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AGENDA
SANGER CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2025
6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBER
1700 7TH Street, Sanger, California 93657
Levine Act Disclosure. Pursuant to the Levine Act (Govt Code Section 84308), any party to a permit, license, contract, or other entitlement before the City Council is required to disclose on the record any contribution, including aggregated contributions, of more than $500 made by the party or the party’s agents within the preceding 12 months to any City official. Participants and agents are requested to make this disclosure as well.
The disclosure should be made when the agenda item is called and must include the name of the party, participant, or agent, and any other person making the contribution, the name of the recipient, the amount of the contribution, and the date the contribution was made. Council Members are also required to make such disclosures and recuse themselves.
Conflicts of Interest. Council Members are required to disclose conflicts of interests and recuse themselves.
Prior to action by the Council on any item on this agenda, the public may comment on that item.
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. OPENING CEREMONIES
Invocation
Flag Salute
Roll Call
C. AGENDA APPROV AL, ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS
D. CEREMO
NIAL MATTERS
1. Introduction of four new fire fighters VROP
E. PRES
ENTATIONS
1. Measure C- Robert Phipps FCOG
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F. PUBLIC FORUM
(This portion of the meeting is reserved for members of the public who wish to address the Council on any matter not listed on the agenda and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. Each speaker is limited to three minutes. Speakers shall address all comments to the Mayor and the Council as a body and not to any particular Council Member or member of the staff. Speakers are asked, but not required, to state their name and address. The Council is prohibited by law from taking action on items not on the agenda.)
G. CONSENT CALENDAR
(Matters listed under the consent calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion and one vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, a member of the audience or a Council Member may request an item be removed from the Consent Calendar and it will be considered separately.)
1. SUBJECT: Minutes of Regular Council Meeting and Special Meeting held on August 21, 2025
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve.
2. S
UBJECT: Receipt of Update on Emergency Repairs at Wastewater Treatment Plant Pursuant to Resolution No. 2025-70 and Request to Continue Declaration of Emergency
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopt Resolution 2025-72 continuing the Declaration of Emergency and receive the report from City Manager Regarding Emergency repairs at Wastewater Treatment Plant per Resolution No. 2025-70.
3. S
UBJECT: Ambulance Billing Software Subscription Program R ECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve the contract with Zoll Data Systems for the continued integrated clearinghouse subscription service for the purposes of in- house ambulance billing services in the amount of $27,238 and authorize the City Manager to sign the contracts on behalf of the City.
4. SUBJECT: Ratification of a Fire Association MOU Side Letter Regarding Staffing Levels.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council, by motion, ratify the MOU Side Letter, making temporary changes to the required staffing levels for the City of Sanger Fire Department.
5. S
UBJECT: Agreement with Panasonic for TOUGHBOOK as a Service (TaaS) Program Using Measure S and R Funds.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council, approve the use of Measure S (and successor Measure R) funds for the replacement of 15 outdated MDCs (mobile data computers) through a five -year subscription agreement with Panasonic, using the TOUGHBOOK as a Service (TaaS) model and approve Resolution No. 2025-73 to approve the 2025/2026 FY Budget amendment for the funds. The request was approved by the Citizen’s Oversight Committee on August 5, 2025.
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6. SUBJECT: Jensen Avenue & Indianola Avenue Traffic Signal Project R ECOMMENDATION: That the City Council, Adopt Resolution No. 2025-74, which:
a) Approves the Right -of-Way Agreement for acquisition of property located at 11463 E Jensen Avenue (APN 315-040-28); and b) Accepts the Grant of Easement for Public Street, Utilities, and Related Purposes at the same property; and
c) Accepts the Grant of Temporary Construction Easement at the same property; and
d) Authorizes the City Manager to sign all documents on behalf of the City.
H. P
UBLIC HEARING
1. S
UBJECT: General Plan Amendment No. 2024-01 (GPA 2024-01), Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment No. 2024- 05 (ZOA 2024- 05), Annexation No. 2024-01 (ANX 2024 -01) and associated Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND),
R
ECOMMENDATION: That City Council:
a) Waive the full reading and introduce, by title only, Ordinance No. 2025-07 an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Sanger approving Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment No. 2024-05 for pre-annexation zoning of two parcels from Fresno County’s AE-20 (Exclusive Agriculture) to the City’s R-1-6 (Single Family Residential District) an d RSC (Recreation, School, And Conservation) zone districts for two parcels of approximately 78.34 acres generally located northwest corner of Indianola Avenue and North Avenue (APNS 322-020-18S and 322-020-08 )
I. CITY MANAGER/STAFF COMMUNICATION
J. R
EPORTS AND MATTERS INITIATED BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
(This portion of the meeting is reserved for the Mayor and Council M embers (i) to make brief reports on boards, committees, and other public agencies, and at public events, (ii) to initiate new matters and to request updates, and to initiate new agenda items. Under this section, the Council may take action only on any items specifically agendized and which meet other requirements for action.) 3 City Council Agenda
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K. ADJOURNMENT
I certify under the penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing agenda was posted in accordance with the applicable legal requirements. Dated thi s 29th day of August 2025.
Lina M artinez, City Clerk
ADA COMPLIANCE AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS POLICY. The Council has adopted a Reasonable Accommodation Policy which is available on the City website at www.ci.sanger.ca.us or upon request by emailing the City Clerk at [email protected]. The Policy provides a procedure for receiving and resolving requests for accommodation to participate in this meeting. If you need assistance in order to attend this Council meeting or require auxiliary aids or services, e.g., hearing aids or signing services to make a presentation to the Council, please email the City Clerk or call by phone at (559) 876 -6300 extension 1350 so such aids or services can be arranged. Accommodations should be requested as early as possible as additional time may be required in order to provide the requested accommodation.
TRANSLATION SERVICES. Translation services in Spanish will be provided upon request.
NOTICE OF A V AILABILITY OF AGENDA DOCUMENTS . Writings related to the agenda are available at Sanger City Hall, 1700 7 th Street, Sanger, CA 93657 and are posted online at www.ci.sanger.ca.us. Writings provided to a majority of the City Council within 72 hours of the meeting regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office located at Sanger City Hall, 1700 7 th Street, Sanger, CA 93567 and will be posted online at www.ci.sanger.ca.us.
4 THURSDAY, AUGUST
21, 2025
5:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBER
1700 7TH Street, Sanger, California 93657
A. CALL TO ORDER
The City Counc
il called their Special Meeting to order at 5:06 pm.
B. ROLL CALL
Present: M
ayor Frank Gonzalez, Mayor Pro Tem Daniel Martinez, Council Member Michael Montelongo
Absent: C
ouncil Member Esmeralda Hurtado, Council Member Dolores Melendez -Council M
ember Esmeralda Hurtado arrived at 5:06 pm.
C. AGENDA APPROVAL
The Council by m
otion of Council Member Montelongo approved the agenda as posted. The motion was seconded by Council Member Hurtado and approved by the following vote:
AYES: GONZALEZ
, MARTINEZ, MONTELONGO
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: HURTADO, MELENDEZ
D. PUBLIC FOR
UM
None.
E. CLOSED SESSI
ON
The Council a
djourned to Closed Session at 5:04 pm.
1. Pursuant to G
overnment Code Section 54957.6
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Agency designated representatives: Shelline Bennett, Lead Negotiator, Amanda Champion, HR Manager. Employee Organizations: Sanger General Employees Organization, Sanger Middle Management Organization, Sanger Police Officers Association, Sanger Firefighters Association, Stationary Engineers Local 39, Unrepresented/Confidential Employees and Executive Employees Minutes of Special City Council Meeting
G-1
5 2. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT/EMPLOYMENT
Title: City Attorney
3. Pending Liti
gation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Conference with Legal Counsel
Case: Jane Doe v. City of Sanger,
Fresno County Superior Court Case No. 25 CECG02317
(complaint for personnel injuries)
The Council reco
nvened their Special Meeting at 6:04 pm.
F. CITY ATTOR
NEY REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
No reportabl
e Action on Items E-1 and E-2. A reportable action is taken on item E-3, Council authorized a settlement.
G. ADJOURNMENT
Being no furthe
r business, the Council adjourned their Special Meeting at 6:05 pm.
ATTEST:
Lina Martinez, City Clerk
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T
HURSDAY, AUGUST 21, 2025
6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBER
1700 7TH Street, Sanger, California 93657
A. CALL TO ORDER
T
he City Council called their meeting to order at 6:05 pm.
B. OPENING CEREMONIES
T
he invocation was offered by Pastor Garrett Martin .
T
he flag salute was led by Mayor Frank Gonzalez.
R
oll Call:
P
resent: Mayor Frank Gonzalez, Mayor Pro Tem Daniel Martinez, Council Member Esmeralda Hurtado, Council Member Michael Montelongo
Absent: Council Member Dolores Melendez
C. AGENDA APPROV AL, ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS
T
he Council by motion of Council Member Montelongo approved the agenda as posted. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and approved by the following vote:
AY
ES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: MELENDEZ
D. P
RESENTATIONS
R
enee Missakian, representing the CrisCom, delivered the organization’s quarterly report.
E. PUBLIC FORUM
Resident Rocha-
• We have more questions than answers about the recreational vehicles. • Council is expected to avoid personal comments, and body language. 7 City Council Meeting Minutes
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• People a
re upset with Sanger compared to Reedley.
Resident Ray Perez-
• Upset that city council voted to cite trailers, boats and RVs. • Feels that campers and boaters are being targeted.
• Other areas in Sanger need to be enforced.
Resident Janis
• Regarding letter she received about requiring a driveway to her residence, her area of Edgar to North.
• Code enforcement gave her until October 1st to resolve this.
Resident
• She has a notice that she has to her cars, because the city has a fees. • Changes happened after the new city manager came.
Resident Osvaldo Vera
• Listen to the people, its all for the people.
Resident Joslyn Harper
• She would like to encourage that council and city manager do a revision to the recreational vehicle ordinance.
• Possibly add verbiage that specifically targets nuisance trailers and recreational vehicles.
Resident Kevin Carter
• At last meeting, 2 million dollars was mentioned-wants to know where it came from -Water o r
S
ewer fund
• Questions the parking of their recreational vehicles in their driveway • Selective enforcement- Enforcing rules only if the neighbor complains. All codes should be enforced.
F. C
ONSENT CALENDAR
C
ouncil Member Hurtado pulled item F-8
Resident Rocha pulled item F-8
B
y motion of Council Member Montelongo, the Council approved all Consent Calendar Items with the exception of item F-8. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and passed by the following vote:
AY
ES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: MELENDEZ
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1. SUBJECT: APPROVED-Minutes of Regular Council Meeting and Special Meeting held on August 7, 2025
2. S
UBJECT: APPROVED-Warrants including Check Nos. 94990 through 95074 for the month of July 2025.
3. S
UBJECT: APPROVED-Payroll for the month of July including Direct Deposit Nos. 67080 through 67339; Payroll check Nos. 60426 through 60490; and Benefit Check Nos. 2126 through 2133.
4. S
UBJECT: APPROVED-Fire Department Monthly Report-July 2025
5. S
UBJECT: APPROVED-Police Department Monthly Report-July 2025
6. S
UBJECT: APPROVED-Resolution Acknowledging Acceptance of a Report on the Sanger Fire Department’s Compliance with SB1205 and California Health and Safety Code 13146.4
7. S
UBJECT: APPROVED-Receipt of Updated Emergency Repairs at Wastewater Treatment Plant Pursuant to Resolution No. 2025-55 and Request to Continue Declaration of Emergency
9. S
UBJECT: APPROVED-Local Streets Improvement Project CIP 23 -02 Contract Award and Resolution No. 2025-71.
10. S
UBJECT: APPROVED-Local Streets Improvement Project CIP 24 -04 Contract Award
Item F-8
8. S
UBJECT: APPROVED-amended job description for the position of Parks & Recreation Director.
P
ublic Comment
Councilmember Hurtado-
• She agrees that reducing the amount of experience is going to be beneficial for recruitment. • She thinks that management requirement should be included.
Resident Rocha
• He agrees with Council member Hurtado.
• He feels that the position needs Management skills.
T
he Council by motion of Mayor Pro Tem Martinez approved item F-8. The motion was seconded by Council Member Montelongo and approved by the following vote:
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AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, MONTELONGO
NOES: HURTADO
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: MELENDEZ
G. D
EPARTMENT REPORTS
1. S
UBJECT: ACCEPTED-Presentation and Acceptance of the Classification and Compensation Study
P
ublic Comment
Rocha-
• He likes to hear that we have good benefits for our people. • Get Unions involved
• Good Benefits – get people to stay here in Sanger
Resident
• Speaks about living within its means on the budget.
• Talked about the City of Sangers Deficit.
• Reducing requirements for Parks & Rec position but keeping the same pay Mike Conzensa
• He said this was a very good study and it is used as guide line By motion of Council Member Montelongo, the Council accepts Item G-1 Classification and Compensation Study. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and passed by the following vote:
AY
ES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: MELENDEZ
M
ayor called a 5 minute Break- 7:05 pm
Mayor reconvened 7:10 pm
2. S
UBJECT: Discussion and Possible Direction on Options for Preserving and Maintaining Affordable Mobile Home Parks in California.
I
tem G-2- INFORMATIONAL
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Public Comment
Brenda Forth
• Representing residents of Vista Del Monte-
• Wants to let people know how important this mobile home park is. • Residence are scared we need to get something done.
Jeslyn Harper
• She thinks its great that councilman Hurtado is facilitating the opportunity. • Usually affordable housing in the form of apartments- but not mobile home parks • Express support for Mobile home parks
Consensus for 9/18/2025
• Plan A- Self Help- to help residents at the Mobile home park • Plan B- Report on what needs to be done, cost and process if there is a to be an ordinance, for the 9/18 council meeting.
• Plan C- Councilmember Montelongo- will reach out to an organization H. C
ONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
1. SUBJECT: CONTINUED-Proposing an amendment to the Sanger City Code repealing Sections 70-64 through 70-78 of Article III, Chapter 70, and adding Article V to Chapter 18 relating to mobile food vendors on the City.
P
ublic Comment:
Jeslyn Harper
• She is happy about the ordinance.
• Likes that it is moved to a different chapter-to the police and not code enforcement. • Actual Licensed vendors are going to like this ordinance.
Resident
• She thinks its right for people who want to live their lives like that- and they need a place to wash their hands.
• In Los Angeles they take care of their Vendors, you want everybody out of Sanger .
T
he Council by motion of Council Member Hurtado to continue until September 18, 2025 regular council meeting. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and approved by the following vote:
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AY
ES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: MELENDEZ
I. C
ITY MANAGER/STAFF COMMUNICATION
1. Well 14 Rehab-Complete
2. Well 22 is flushing clear-
3. Back to School event was sponsored by Boys and Girls Club and gave 700 back packs and 1000 hotdogs.
4. Rec Dept-Youth Basketball
5. Youth Council is open for applications
6. Halloween Ball for the Senior Center
7. 3 director vacancies
8. Thank you for your comments
9. Regarding the revisions of the Trailer ordinance- Use guidance and common sense.
J. REPORTS AND MATTERS INITIATED BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Pro Tem Martinez:
1. He wants to announce that he was appointed President for League of California Cities South San Joaquine Division
2. Promote local Decision making.
Council Member Hurtado
1. Congratulate Daniel on his appointment to Cal Cities.
2. Thank staff for work and effort with preparing ordinances.
3. Educating the Community – (Pop ups) More outreach
Council Member Montelongo
1. F
or the city manager – 2129 Magnolia is a code enforcement issue.
2. People talked about the RV Ordinance- the ordinance came at the request of the citizens.
3. Thank you to Code Enforcement.
4. We are doing things for Downtown- it just takes time.
5. Time for Code Enforcement to talk to the businesses in downtown.
C
ouncil Member Melendez
NONE
M
ayor Frank Gonzalez
1. Items were passed on Consent calendar for downtown-Community is what makes downtown.
2. RV Ordinance – Its code enforcements discretion on the situation.
3. Congratulation to Mayor Pro Tem Martinez on being appointed as President for the League of California Cities.
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4. Is it a co
nflict of interest for hiring a firm that employes someone that is related to a city employee.
K. ADJ
OURNMENT
B
eing no further business, the Council adjourned their meeting at 9:24 pm.
Attest:
Lina Martinez, City Clerk
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Agend a Item No.: G-2
CITY OF SANGER
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
To: Mayor and City Council Members
From: Nathan Olson, City Manager
Subject: Receipt of Update on Emergency Repairs at Wastewater Treatment Plant Pursuant to Resolution No. 2025-70 and Request to Continue Declaration of Emergency
Attachments:
1. Resolution No. 2025-70 and Resolution No. 2025-72
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
None known.
RECOMME
NDATION:
Staff
recommends that the City Council r eceive Report from City Manager Regarding Emergency Repairs at Wastewater Treatment Plant per Resolution No. 2025-70 and adopt Resolution 2025-72 Continuing the Declaration of Emergency.
EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY:
The purpose
of this staff report is to provide an updated status on the emergency repairs initiated under the Determination of Emergency to address the Sanger Domestic/Industrial Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF). This report summarizes the progress made, challenges encountered, and financial implications of the ongoing repair efforts. Based on the status and projected needs, it is recommended to continue with emergency actions under Resolution No. 2025-70 to ensure timely and effective completion of the repairs.
Reports on actions taken and status of the emergency will continue to be made at each regular meeting of the City Council.
14 BACKGROUND:
• July 18, 2024: City Manager Nathan Olson (as the Director of Emergency Services) declared an emergency at the Sanger Domestic/Industrial Wastewater Treatment Facility, requiring emergency repairs. Immediate emergency repairs were identified for the WWTF Digester, the Industrial/Domestic Headworks, and WWTF Bypass Pump. Reference Resolution 2024-48.
• August 2024: Repairs commenced, starting with the cleaning of the Digester, followed by work on the Industrial Headworks. The Digester was cleaned out, and its valves were replaced. • November 21, 2024: City Council reviewed and ratified agreements with Rockeez and VIS for work on the Industrial Headworks and cross-contamination emergency repairs. A new bypass pump was installed during this time to correct cross-contamination issues after the thickening clarifier. • December 2024: Repairs on the Industrial Headworks were completed, including epoxy coating, installation of a new line, concrete pit repairs, and valve replacements. Work immediately began on the Domestic Headworks.
• Early 2025: Domestic Headworks received attention due to debris buildup caused by a malfunctioning Bar Screen. The Bar Screen was under warranty; parts were ordered and fixed. • January 16, 2025 : City Council renewed the proclamation of emergency to address additional contracts required for completing emergency repairs. This renewal emphasized the necessity for continued immediate repairs without formal competitive requirements. Reference Resolution 2025-03. • March 20, 2025: City Council reviewed and ratified the agreement with Rockeez for Domestic Headworks repairs. Work began on the Primary Effluent Pump Chambers related to the clarifiers. • April 17, 2025: City Council renewed the proclamation of emergency to address additional contracts required for completing emergency repairs. This renewal emphasized the necessity for continued immediate repairs without formal competitive requirements. Reference Resolution 2025-28. • April 17, 2025: Work on the Primary Effluent Pump Chambers was completed in early April. City Council reviewed and ratified the agreement with Rockeez for the Primary Effluent Pump Chambers. Reference Resolution 2025-29.
• May 15, 2025: City Council renewed the proclamation of emergency to address additional contracts required for completing emergency repairs. This renewal emphasized the necessity for continued immediate repairs without formal competitive requirements. Reference Resolution 2025-35. • May 2025: Clarifiers are being prepped for their extensive rehab and epoxy coatings. Distribution box #7 was rehabbed and epoxied.
• June 2025: VIS spearheaded a free testing and demonstration of new sealant technology on the decayed lines of the Wastewater Treatment Facility to promising results. A contract with Telstar for Scada repairs and upgrades is in review.
• June 27, 2025: City Council renewed the proclamation of emergency to address additional contracts required for completing emergency repairs and approved a budget amendment to the 2024/25 fiscal year appropriating $800,000 in funds for the Wastewater Treatment Facility emergency repairs . The renewal emphasized the necessity for continued immediate repairs without formal competitive requirements. Reference Resolution 2025-43.
• July 17, 2025: City Council renewed the proclamation of emergency to address additional contracts required for completing emergency repairs. The renewal emphasized the necessity for continued immediate repairs without formal competitive requirements. Reference Resolution 2025-55. • July/August 2025: Repairs are underway on Clarifier #2, which has also received extensive coating with Mainstay for enhanced durability. Preparations have begun for the Digester rehabilitation project, a comprehensive effort expected to span over 30 days. The scope includes mechanical repairs, replacement of 15 various pipes and valves, and application of Mainstay coating to the dome structure. Staff have been meeting with Telstar and are preparing to upgrade the SCADA system. • August 7, 2025: City Council approved the contract with Diamond Weld to construct a new Sludge Tank.
This addition is a key component of the broader Digester rehabilitation initiative. • August 21, 2025 : City Council renewed the proclamation of emergency to address additional contracts required for completing emergency repairs. The renewal emphasized the necessity for continued immediate repairs without formal competitive requirements. Reference Resolution 2025-70. • August 22, 2025 : VIS has initiated cleaning operations on the digester in preparation for the upcoming rehabilitation project. Rockeez has placed orders for the necessary materials, and epoxy application to the digester dome is expected to last approximately five weeks, marking a key phase in completing the digester rehabilitation effort.
• Ongoing: Remaining tasks include cleaning, inspecting, repairing, and applying new epoxy to anaerobic digester, clarifiers and the thickener, inspecting, repairing, and replacing the decayed lines leading from Headworks as well as refurbishing.
REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:
These
emergency repairs are critical to ensure the protection of health, safety, and welfare of City residents and to protect the Wastewater Treatment Facilities. Currently, the Digester still requires inspection and repairs.
The Ci
ty’s Domestic and Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant are undergoing critical maintenance.
Public Works staff secured quotes from Packaging Pro Tech Inc. DBA Rockeez Engineering for emergency projects.
FISC
AL IMPACT:
The exa
ct fiscal impact is not fully known at this time as the work is being performed on a Time and Material basis due to the time sensitivity, but Staff will provide an updated budget for the project at further upcoming Council meetings. Any additional costs for more repairs and materials will be brought back to City Council and addressed appropriately. The costs will be funded from Sewer Enterprise funds.
ALTERNAT
IVES:
No recom
mended alternatives. Until all repairs and maintenance are done, the Wastewater Treatment Plant remains non-compliant.
ACTION
S FOLLOWING APPROVAL:
Per the Resolution, Staff will provide Council updates and seek ratification of any contracts at those meetings. 16 ATTACHME
NT 1
17 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-70
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANGER CONTINUING
THE DECLARATION PROCLAIMING THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY
REGARDING THE SANGER DOMESTIC WASTEWATER TREATMENT F'ACILITY
AND THE INDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY
WHEREAS, the City of Sanger operates the Sanger Domestic Wastewater Treatment Facility and the Industrial Wastewater Treatment Facility (hereafter "Domestic and Industrial Wastewater Facilities" ; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager to serve as the Director of Emergency Services issued a proclamation of local emergency for emergency repairs, which included (but is not limited to) the following: Digester repairs as needed after inspection; repairs as needed to the domestic headworks including epoxy coating to headwork; draining and inspection of all clarifiers; as well as repairing mechanical components and epoxy coating to clarifiers, and inspecting, repairing, and replacing the decayed lines leading from Headworks as well as refurbishing.; and WHEREAS, the City Council approved and renewed the Director of Emergency Services' determination on July 17,2025, pursuant to Resolution No. 2025-55; and WHEREAS, the City Council has regularly received reports regarding the emergency and reviewed the need for continuing the local emergency and intended for the same; and WHEREAS, the City Manager requests that the City Council continue the declaration of a state of local emergency for the City as impacts regarding emergency repairs to the wastewater treatment facility continue to be evaluated, repaired, and or mitigated; and WHEREAS, the existing SCADA system needs upgrading, and the status of the needed repairs include cleaning, inspecting, repairing, and applying new epoxy to anaerobic digester, clarifiers and the thickener, inspecting, repairing, and replacing the decayed lines leading from Headworks as well as refurbishing; and
WHEREAS, there is a need to continue the emergency for purposes of procurement to ensure the City is able to procure the necessary equipment, services, and supplies for those purposes, without giving notice for bids to let contracts.
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to continue the duration of the declaration of emergency as there is a need for the same as set forth above.
NOW, THEREFORE the City Council resolves as follows:
Section 1. The recitals herein are incorporated herein by reference.
Section 2. The City Council has reviewed the need for continuing the local emergency and finds that the state of emergency conditions related to the Domestic and Industrial Wastewater 18 Facilities are ongoing and are recognized as an imminent threat to our citizens. In accordance with Public Contracts Code Section22050 and Sanger City Code Section 2-206 (h), the public interest and necessity demand the immediate expenditure of public money to safeguard life, health, or property. As such, the City Council extends and continues the declaration of a local emergency regarding the Domestic Wastewater Treatment Facility and the Industrial Wastewater Treatment Facility.
Section 3. The emergency will not permit a delay resulting from a competitive solicitation for bids, and that the action is necessary to respond to the emergency.
Section4. Per Public Contract Code Section22050 (c ) (1) the City Council shall review the emergency action at its next regularly scheduled meeting and at every regularly scheduled meeting thereafter until the action is terminated.
Section 5. This Resolution shall become effective upon adoption.
The foregoing Resolution was considered by the City Council for the City of Sanger at a regular meeting of said Council held on the 2l't day of August 2025, and approved by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN
ABSENT:
GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO
NONE
NONE
MELENDEZ
ATTEST:
,
Lina Martinez, City Clerk
19 ATTACHME
NT 2
20 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-72
A RESOL
UTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANGER CONTINUING
THE DECLARATION PROCLAIMING THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY
REGARDING THE SANGER DOMESTIC WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY
AND THE INDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY
WHER
EAS, the City of Sanger operates the Sanger Domestic Wastewater Treatment Facility and the Industrial Wastewater Treatment Facility (hereafter “Domestic and Industrial Wastewater Facilities”; and
WHERE
AS, the City Manager to serve as the Director of Emergency Services issued a proclamation of local emergency for emergency repairs, which included (but is not limited to) the following: Digester repairs as needed after inspection; repairs as needed to the domestic headworks including epoxy coating to headwork; draining and inspection of all clarifiers; as well as repairing mechanical components and epoxy coating to clarifiers, and inspecting, repairing, and replacing the decayed lines leading from Headworks as well as refurbishing.; and WHER
EAS, the City Council approved and renewed the Director of Emergency Services’ determination on August 21, 2025, pursuant to Resolution No. 2025-70; and WHE
REAS, the City Council has regularly received reports regarding the emergency and reviewed the need for continuing the local emergency and intended for the same; and WHERE
AS, the City Manager requests that the City Council continue the declaration of a state of local emergency for the City as impacts regarding emergency repairs to the wastewater treatment facility continue to be evaluated, repaired, and or mitigated; and WHERE
AS, the existing SCADA system needs upgrading, and the status of the needed repairs include cleaning, inspecting, repairing, and applying new epoxy to anaerobic digester, clarifiers and the thickener, inspecting, repairing, and replacing the decayed lines leading from Headworks as well as refurbishing; and
WHER
EAS, there is a need to continue the emergency for purposes of procurement to ensure the City is able to procure the necessary equipment, services, and supplies for those purposes, without giving notice for bids to let contracts.
WHER
EAS, the City Council desires to continue the duration of the declaration of emergency as there is a need for the same as set forth above.
NOW, THE
REFORE the City Council resolves as follows:
Sect
ion 1. The recitals herein are incorporated herein by reference.
Sect
ion 2. The City Council has reviewed the need for continuing the local emergency and finds that the state of emergency conditions related to the Domestic and Industrial Wastewater 21 Facilities are ongoing and are recognized as an imminent threat to our citizens. In accordance with Public Contracts Code Section 22050 and Sanger City Code Section 2-206 (h), the public interest and necessity demand the immediate expenditure of public money to safeguard life, health, or property. As such, the City Council extends and continues the declaration of a local emergency regarding the Domestic Wastewater Treatment Facility and the Industrial Wastewater Treatment Facility.
Sect
ion 3. T he emergency will not permit a delay resulting from a competitive solicitation for bids, and that the action is necessary to respond to the emergency.
Sect
ion 4. Per Public Contract Code Section 22050 (c ) (1) the City Council shall review the emergency action at its next regularly scheduled meeting and at every regularly scheduled meeting thereafter until the action is terminated.
Sectio
n 5. This Resolution shall become effective upon adoption.
The for
egoing Resolution was considered by the City Council for the City of Sanger at a regular meeting of said Council held on the 4th day of September 2025, and approved by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES
:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
Lina Martinez, City Clerk
22 For the Meeting of: September 4, 2025
Agen da Item No.: G-3
CITY OF SANGER
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
To: Mayor and Councilmembers
From: Greg Tarascou, Fire Chief
Subject: Ambulance Billing Software Subscription Program Attachments: Contract with Zoll Data Systems
CONFLI
CT OF INTEREST:
None known.
RECOMM
ENDATION:
That t
he City Council approve the contract with Zoll Data Systems for the continued integrated clearinghouse subscription service for the purposes of in-house ambulance billing services in the amount of $27,238 and authorize the City Manager to sign the contracts on behalf of the City.
EXECUTI
VE SUMMARY:
For the
maintenance of the in-house ambulance billing service a software system is required to verify eligibility for insurance information for customers and obtain demographic information for billing purposes. Th e proposed software system is a necessary function of the in- house ambulance billing service as we need a method of discovery to obtain medical demographic information and insurance information so we may bill a customer appropriately.
BACKGRO
UND:
This so
ftware provides the technical platform necessary for the billing service to be thorough in obtaining relevant patient demographics and insurance information. The system proposed is integrated with our current electronic medical record service and will provide for the most efficient transition of billing for ambulance services.
23 Clea
ringhouses for insurance eligibility are standard in the billing service and Zoll Data Systems presents a system that will integrate into the ESO Solutions software.
REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:
The current electronic medical record provider for the Fire Department is with ESO Solutions so the integration of this software will be seamless on the operational side. This clearinghouse is a more efficient system than with other clearinghouses in that the Zoll software is blended into the billing software. Other clearinghouses would require separate log-in screens and are unable to import data into the billing software.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The yearly cost for the insurance clearinghouse with Zoll Data Systems is $27,238 per year for a three-year term. This includes 400 claim submissions per month with maintenance and support fees.
Funds for these programs are budgeted within the Ambulance Division of the Fire Department.
ALTERNATIVES:
N/A
ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:
Following approval the contracts will be signed by the City Manager.
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Age
nda Item No.: G-4
CITY OF SANGER
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
To: Mayor and Councilmembers
From: Greg Tarascou
Subject: Ratification of a Fire Association MOU Side Letter Regarding Staffing Levels Attachments: Fire Association MOU Side Letter
CONFLI
CT OF INTEREST:
None known.
RECOMM
ENDATION:
Staff r
ecommend that City Council, by motion, ratify the MOU Side Letter, making temporary changes to the required staffing levels for the City of Sanger Fire Department.
EXECUTI
VE SUMMARY:
Due to c
urrent staffing levels, pending the pre -employment process for several vacant fire safety and non-safety positions, a temporary modification to the minimum required staffing levels was agreed upon by the City and the Sanger Fire Association. City s taff are seeking ratification of the MOU side letter by the City Council.
BACKGRO
UND:
The F
ire MOU states that each shift will start with a minimum of six (6) suppression employees and one (1) EMT or Paramedic employee. It also states that each shift shall consist of one ( 1) Fire Captain or Lieutenant, one (1) Lieutenant or Engineer, two (2) Firefighters with Paramedic Licenses, two (2) additional Firefighters, and one (1) EMT or Paramedic.
The s
ide letter temporarily modifies the minimum staffing levels to the following: minimum of five (5) suppression members. Each shift shall consist of a minimum of one (1) Fire Captain or Fire Lieutenant, one (1) Fire Lieutenant or Fire Engineer, and three (3) other available suppression personnel with at 26 least one (1) licensed Paramedic at the rank of Fire Engineer, Firefighter II or Firefighter I. If the crew level drops below the minimum of five (5) after the start of the shift, it is the Fire Chief’s prerogative to assign a suppression employee, Non-Safety EMT or Non-Safety Paramedic to maintain staffing levels.
If off duty suppression employees or Non-Safety employees are not available to work the vacancy, the Fire Chief shall staff at his discretion.
The temporary change will end September 30, 2025, and the previous staffing level requirements will be reinstated. This will allow time for candidates to complete the pre-employment process, and complete the mandatory fire academy training, while staffing the fire department for daily calls.
REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:
To maintain fire operations while maintain compliance with the MOU.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The MOU side letter has no fiscal impact.
ALTERNATIVES:
The City may chose to reject the ratification of the side letter.
ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:
None.
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Agenda Item No.: G-5
CITY OF SANGER
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
To: Mayor and City Council m embers
From: John Reynolds, Chi ef of Police
Subject: Agreement with Panasonic for TOUGHBOOK as a Service (TaaS) Program Using Measure S and R Funds.
Attachments: 1. Resolution No . 2025-73
2. Quote
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
None.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council:
Approve the use of Measure S (and successor Measure R) funds for the replacement of 15 outdated MDCs (mobile data computers) through a five -year subscription agreement with Panasonic, using the TOUGHBOOK as a Service (TaaS) model and approve Resolution No. 2025-73 to approve the 2025/2026 FY Budget amendment for the funds. The request was approved by the Citizen’s Oversight Committee on August 5, 2025.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Sanger Police Department’s current MDCs—Panasonic CF-31 models—will be rendered obsolete in late 2025 due to mandatory operating system upgrades. MDCs are an essential tool for officers, serving as the primary access point for dispatch, incident reporting, DMV checks, and criminal databases. The Panasonic TaaS agreement offers a budget-friendly way to upgrade all 15 MDCs without requiring a large 31 upfront pur
chase. The service includes modern Toughbook CF-33 units, support, pre-configuration, warranties, and deployment services for a total cost of $101,457.75 over five years.
BACKGROUND:
Field-deployed computers are critical to police operations. Officers depend on MDCs for real-time access to CAD information, statewide and national databases, and digital evidence systems. The CF-31 units currently in use were deployed over seven years ago and will not be compatible with the required system updates taking effect in Q4 of 2025.
Three proposals were reviewed:
• A full upfront purchase ($114,475),
• A $1 buyout loan ($122,959.85),
• And the TaaS subscription from Panasonic ($101,457.75).
Panasonic’s TaaS program offered the lowest total cost, best technical support, and least disruption to operations, making it the preferred option.
REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:
This approach delivers new MDCs with full support and modern configuration while staying within the existing FY 2025–2026 computer hardware budget. It avoids a lump-sum capital expenditure and includes deployment services, asset tagging, warranty support, and remote helpdesk access—maximizing operational uptime for patrol.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Annual cost of $20,291.55 for five years. The first year of funding is already allocated in the Police Department’s FY 2025–2026 Measure S budget under computer hardware. No budget amendment is required.
ALTERNATIVES:
• Purchase equipment outright for $114,475, which requires full capital upfront. • Finance through TEQlease at a higher total cost of $122,959.85.
These options result in greater financial impact without the same level of service.
ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:
Upon Council approval, the Police Department will enter into five -year the lease subscription with Panasonic and initiate the deployment of the new MDCs.
32 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-73
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANGER
APPROVING THE USE OF MEASURE S AND SUCCESSOR MEASURE R
FUNDS FOR ENTERING INTO A FIVE-YEAR LEASE SUBSCRIPTION WITH
PANASONIC FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF OUTDATED MOBILE DATA
COMPUTERS (MDCs)
WHEREAS, the Sanger Police Department relies upon mobile data computers to perform essential law enforcement functions, including communications, dispatch, records management, and interoperability with regional partners; and
WHEREAS, the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office has standardized Panasonic TOUGHBOOK devices as the sole computer hardware platform for all allied law enforcement agencies within Fresno County, thereby ensuring interoperability, compatibility, and coordinated technical support; and
WHEREAS, the Sanger Police Department’s fleet of vehicles is currently equipped with Panasonic TOUGHBOOK docking stations, making Panasonic the only hardware compatible without costly retrofitting, system reconfiguration, or disruption of operations; and
WHEREAS, Panasonic TOUGHBOOK provides unique and specialized features required for law enforcement use, including rugged durability, reliability under extreme conditions, and service support through its Toughbook-as-a-Service (TaaS) program; and
WHEREAS, after reviewing potential alternatives, the Department has determined that no other supplier can meet the specific operational, compatibility, and cost-effectiveness requirements of the Sanger Police Department, and therefore Panasonic qualifies as a sole source provider; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds it in the best interest of the City of Sanger to dispense with competitive bidding requirements under the sole source exception and to authorize an agreement with Panasonic under the Toughbook-as-a-Service (TaaS) program; and
WHEREAS, the Chief of Police has no conflicts and formally recommends the TaaS Lease.
33 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Sanger as follows:
1. Based on the findings above, which are incorporated by reference, the City Council hereby approves the use of Measure S (and successor Measure R) funds for the five-year lease subscription agreement with Panasonic for the replacement of 15 MDCs in the total amount of $101,457.75.
2. The City Council authorizes the Chief of Police, or designee, to execute all necessary agreements with Panasonic in connection with this program, subject to approval as to legal form by the City Attorney.
3. The City Council approves the budget allocation for this program as outlined in the Police Department’s FY 2025–2026 budget under computer hardware.
4. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
The foregoing resolution was considered by the City Council of the City of Sanger at a regular meeting held on the 4th day of September 2025, and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
__________________________________
Lina Martinez, City Clerk
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TOUGHBOOK AS A SERVICE (TaaS)
Prepared for:
Sanger Police Department
Sanger, California
Submitted: July 9th, 2025
Jason Bell – Territory Account Manager, Northern CA
Public Sector Mobility Solutions
Panasonic Connect North America
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
Email: [email protected]
Mobile Phone: 719-731-0532
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Be Kinder to Your Bottom Line and Budget: TOUGHBOOK® as a Service (Taas)
There can be no doubt – budgets are tighter than ever before, and organizations need ‘more for less’. TOUGHBOOK® As A Service (TaaS) is a subscription service that helps bring the latest technology to public safety organizations while remaining budget friendly.
Many organizations struggle to find and gain capital expenditure (CAPEX) funding for technology. TaaS helps to overcome this challenge by offering an operational expenditure (OPEX) solution that can amortize the cost over several years, resulting in a more budget- friendly program. TaaS goes further by providing organizations with the ultimate peace of mind by including Panasonic Connect’s top tier warranty and ongoing engineering service converge. Our team of experts works with public safety organization from start to finish to develop a customized solution that can be deployed on time and within budget What Is TOUGHBOOK as a Service (TaaS)
• A subscription service to utilize OPEX funding
• Pay monthly, quarterly, or yearly
• Select a term of 36, 48 or 60 months
• Add accessories, software, or services to maximize efficiency
Creating and deploying a customized, fully integrated
equipment and software package that is budget
friendly requires high-level planning and
flawless execution. Our manufacturing
expertise, industry knowledge, and public
safety experience, allows Panasonic to
offer cost advantages and product
performance not found anywhere else.
Benefits of TOUGHBOOK as a Service
(TaaS)
• Alleviates budget constraints
• Stay current with technology
• Save with included services,
convenience, and flexibility
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TOUGHBOOK as a Service: Sanger PD Pricing Proposal
Quote ID Q-764896
Payment terms Annual- in-advance
SKU Description Qty
Per Unit Total
PER YEAR for
each of 5 years
Total
PER YEAR for
each of 5 years
CF-338Z008BM
Win11 Pro, Intel Core i7-1370P vPro (up to 5.2GHz), AMT,
12.0" QHD Gloved Multi Touch+Digitizer, 32GB, Intel Iris Xe, 512GB OPAL SSD, Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth, 4G
EM7595, GPS, COM Splitter, Dual Pass
(Ch1:WWAN/Ch2:GPS), Mic and Infrared 2MP Webcam,
8MP Rear Camera, Standard Batteries (2), TPM 2.0, Flat
15 $875.00 $13,125.00
CF-VST332U
Premium Rotating Hand Strap for CF-33 with stylus pen
holder and kickstand. Not compatible with 33 Vehicle
Tablet Dock when using CF-33 with Quick-release SSD or
5G modem (or additionally Long Life Battery for Gamber
Johnson Tablet Vehicle Docks)
15 $16.20 $243.00
CF-VEK335LMP
Premium Emissive Mk3 Keyboard for CF-33 Mk3, Mk4 (not
compatible with mk1/mk2 tablets). Red Backlight (4
levels). USB-A 5 Gbps (2), USB-A 0.5 Gbps, HDMI, VGA,
LAN, SDXC (full-size), Serial (USB), Power, Docking
Connector, Kensington Lock. Includes Handle/Kickstand.
Display can be Opened to any Angle and Supports
Convertible Mode. Compatible with Tablet, 33 Laptop
Vehicle Dock and 33 Desktop Dock.
15 $117.87 $1,768.05
HA-33LVDLT2
Havis Lite Laptop 2-in-1 Vehicle Dock (dual pass) for
Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 33. USB (6), Serial, LAN (2), Dual
RF. Features two front USB ports for easy access. Requires Premium Keyboard (sold separately).
15 $187.18 $2,807.70
CF-LNDDC120
Lind 120 Watt 12-32 Volt Input Car Charger for CF-30, CF- 31, CF-33, 4K Mk1, Mk2, FZ-40, CF-54, FZ-55, CF-20, FZ-G1, FZ-G2
15 $30.62 $459.30
FZ-SVCTPNF5Y PROTECTION PLUS WARRANTY - CF-33, FZ-G2 (YEARS 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5) 15 $125.90 $1,888.50
NA Ultimate Care Uplift 15 - Included with
TaaS Program
Totals Per Year $20,291.55
Total Annual
payment for
each of
5 years
Pricing is bound by the Terms and Conditions on page 4. 37 Page | 4
TOUGHBOOK as a Service (TaaS) Terms and Conditions:
• Pricing is subject to final confirmation of the contract vehicle for this transaction and the "as a Service" provisions provided in the contract vehicle
• Panasonic TaaS documentation will be utilized for this transaction • If the End-User and this TaaS transaction are exempt from sales tax, the End-User will be required to provide a sales tax exemption certificate to Panasonic and its Assignee • Personal property tax may be applicable to this transaction and due from the End-User, unless the End- User and this TaaS transaction are exempt (an exemption certificate will be required by Panasonic and its Assignee)
Contract Vehicles
To ensure an easy procurement, Panasonic participates in several cooperative buying organizations programs, such as OMNIA Partners, Sourcewell, and NASPO.
Conditions for adding additional equipment to your existing TaaS contract in-term:
• The same payment stream will be modified for the seamless operation • The same termination date can be maintained for the newly added devices • Separate payment streams and termination dates can be created if that is preferred • Payment amount will be increased, and this increase will depend on the following:
o The quantities of any equipment added
o The remaining duration of the original contract
o The market conditions of interest rates at the time of additions o Any unique financial situations for your organization (i.e. credit rate change)
TaaS Pricing is subject to:
• Receipt, review, and approval of final equipment configurations and sale price information from Panasonic
• Receipt, review, and approval of the End-User's most recent two years of audited financial statements and most recent interim statement (unless this information is readily available in the public domain)
• Mutually agreeable TaaS documentation between the End-User, Panasonic, and Financing Company
• Fair-Market-Value options at the end of the initial lease term (include option to return, renew or go month-to-month until a decision is made)
• All pricing is indexed against US like-term Secured Overnight Financing Rates as of the rate base date.
Interest rate base date as of this 7/9/2025 quote: 7/7/2025
On the following pages, please see highlights of the products and services included in your TOUGHBOOK as a Service
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Not All Rugged Is Created Equal
We know the number one goal is to provide equipment for your team members that will work when they need it to and get them and the people they serve, home safe to their families.
However, we understand you must also consider the strain on your IT staff and resources. While this technology costs money, it’s difficult to put a price on safety . Panasonic understands that tight budgets and IT staff resource constraints mean that the mobile computing technology you choose to deploy must perform with unparalleled longevity – without frequent repairs or performance issues adding to the total cost of ownership.
TOUGHBOOK – not just a name
While some conventional notebook computers have “ruggedized” features, not all rugged or durable PCs are created equal. “Rugged,” “semi -rugged,” and “resistant” are all terms used to describe durable PCs. And in today’s market, you may even notice that m any consumer -grade devices are being labeled as “rugged.”
Unfortunately, these devices don’t offer the durability or service of purpose-built mobile devices. “Purpose-built” means that they are specifically engineered and built “from the ground up” to perform reliably in the high-stress arenas they are design for. Panasonic TOUGHBOOK computers and tablets are designed to withstand the extreme weather and hostile environments faced by customers that demand truly rugged computing solutions.
So what does “rugged” truly mean when it comes from Panasonic? There are several defining characteristics.
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Characteristic Panasonic Versus Others
Durability TOUGHBOOK laptops and tablets are
built to resist drops, damage, and
extreme elements such as rain, heat,
and cold.
Non-rugged laptops are susceptible to damage
and disablement in tough environments.
They’re not protected against extreme
elements
Casing Magnesium alloy encasing and handles
ensure that our devices are strong and
resistant to scratches and dents
Non-rugged PC cases, made of everything
from plastic to stainless steel - with plastic or
rubber handles - are susceptible to scratches
and dents.
Display Raised bezels and protected coatings
help protect the screen from scratches
and damage.
Displays are often exposed to the elements
and potential damage. Scratch protection is
often available as an aftermarket product
Durable
Components
Unlike most other manufacturers, we
build many of the critical components
of our mobile computers and control
nearly every aspect of the
manufacturing process, from product
design to testing and delivery.
Components of non-rugged PCs are often
consumer grade and unprotected from shocks
and drops.
Protection
from the
Elements
Environmental seals protect the
TOUGHBOOK devices from dust and
water damage. The fanless design on
many of our rugged models allow for
heat exchange without exposing the
interior to the elements
Non-rugged PCs have either fans or airflow
heat exchanges, leaving the interior of the
device susceptible to the elements.
More Uptime TOUGHBOOK devices are designed to
continue operating even when
damaged. The goal is minimal
downtime. The average failure rate of a
Panasonic computer is 2.5 percent.
Non-rugged PCs often suffer diminished or no
functionality after a drop or damage.
According to PC Magazine, the average failure
rate of a business class notebook PC is 11
percent. (Please refer to 2019 chart on pg 19)
Commercial
Design
A rugged design more suitable for
commercial and field environments
reduces the chance of theft and the
likelihood that the device will be used
outside of the work environment.
Consumer-style, non-rugged PCs are highly
susceptible to theft and misuse due to easily
transferable nature and design.
Lifecycle TOUGHBOOK products are designed to
last up to 10,000-12,000 hours, often
running over 5 years. Longer periods of
reliable performance can translate into
lower costs due to less failure or
maintenance.
Typical consumer-grade devices are made to
last for only 2,000-4,000 hours, or 1-2 years.
Shorter lifecycles can lead to higher costs for
replacement and maintenance.
End Result = Maximum Mission Critical Uptime
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Panasonic Connect ProServices Included with the Proposed TaaS Program
CONSULTING SERVICES
Panasonic Engineers offer years of experience in a wide range of industries and deployments, and will work closely with your IT team, both pre- and post-sale, to deploy the solution that addresses your specific challenges. All Panasonic customers have access to our 24/7 help desk, as well as a team of field service engineers for more complex issues.
Your TaaS program may include some Field-Engineering support per year – based on the project’s SOW. Please note every year's allocation must be used within the year allocated.
DEPLOYMENT SERVICES
Our Deployment Services ensure that your TOUGHBOOK mobile computers arrive in the field quickly and ready to work. Included:
• 100% guaranteed functionality testing. Our thorough 48-hour stress testing—twice as long as the industry norm—ensures customers take possession of computers that work on arrival and continue to function for years to come.
• Asset tagging and management. We attach asset tags that we create, or the customer provides and record the information in a deployment report for entry into the customer’s asset management system.
• Disk image management. We catalog Windows® gold image(s) and keep them up to date with any customer changes, using them both in the initial deployment of mobile assets and for repairs, if necessary.
• Online service portal. We maintain complete service histories on all TOUGHBOOK mobile computers sent into our Professional Service Center. Customers can monitor this history to identify service trends and identify potential user training needs. • Deployment report. We create customized, detailed reports for each TOUGHBOOK device so customers can track assets and warranty renewals, as well as manage wireless carrier contracts. • Accessory kitting services. We can integrate third-party accessories such as network adaptors, barcode scanners, straps, and expansion modules with our TOUGHBOOK computers, perform testing, and deploy the final customized computers.
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• Custom BIOS. We work with your organization to customize the BIOS for TOUGHBOOK Windows devices to any settings they specify and to show the company name on the splash screen.
• Wireless activation. We can install SIM cards and coordinate wireless activation with the customer’s carrier of choice, so each TOUGHBOOK device arrives prepared for WWAN access right out of the box.
• Personalization. We affix each organization’s logo to their devices for increased brand awareness with customers.
PANASONIC-OWNED PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CENTER
Panasonic Professional Services Group in Overland Park, Kansas, provides services for TOUGHBOOK laptops and tablets. Here we prepare new devices for customer delivery, conducting stress tests, creating images, providing customizations, and cataloging devices, as well as repairing or replacing laptops and tablets under Panasonic’s warranty program.
Panasonic Professional Services Group offers
free two-day shipping to and from our
centrally located, Panasonic-owned, U.S.-
based service center for all warranty work.
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WARRANTIES
NOT ALL WARRANTIES ARE CREATED EQUAL
TOUGHBOOK Customers will avoid potentially catastrophic downtime with Panasonic’s Ultimate Care Warranty and our specialized repair services. Our program is designed to speed repairs, offload internal staff from managing equipment repair/replacement, prevent worker downtime, and eliminate worry over funding unexpected repair costs after deployment, and improving project management budget planning.
ENHANCED WARRANTIES
• Ultimate Care warranty. Designed for
organizations that operate in extremely
challenging environments or wish to
minimize risk for their mobile devices, this
warranty offers the ultimate peace-of-mind
coverage for unlimited device breakage.
With Ultimate Care, customers are covered for repairs (shipped free to and from our ProServices centers) or replacement of all major computer parts at no additional cost. This service can be customized to provide service-level guarantees for dead-on-arrival devices, helpdesk waiting time, repair turnaround, and even unit failure rates.
• Hard Drive No Return warranty (optional add-on). If security policies dictate a company cannot return a hard drive for repair or replacement, customers may keep their faulty drive and Panasonic will send a replacement unit. Companies maintain complete control of their sensitive data and remain compliant with CJIS and HIPAA requirements.
Panasonic TOUGHBOOK – What sets us apart
“We will devote ourselves to the progress and development of society and the well-being of people through our business activities, thereby enhancing the quality of life throughout the world.” – Konosuke Matsushita, Panasonic Founder
In our view, technology should move us all forward. It should enable us to create abundance out of scarcity, power the things that make our lives easier, and energize our perpetual ambition for progress.
With this goal, Panasonic is pleased to present the following products and services for consideration.
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TOUGHBOOK: BUILT TO MILITARY SPECIFICATIONS
At Panasonic, we are dedicated to ensuring our devices uphold the promise of rugged reliability in the most hazardous environments. All our semi- and fully rugged devices endure rigorous testing by Panasonic R&D engineers as well as independent, internationally recognized third-party test labs.
Since the 1960s, the U.S. Department of Defense has set standards for rugged device performance.
Through a series of tests collectively known as MIL-STD-810 (Mil-Spec), manufacturers simulate how a mobile device will operate under a variety of extreme stressors and environmental conditions. These tests can be modified to fit the needs of a specific customer or industry, allowing manufacturers to choose the tests they want and then adjust parameters accordingly. Once a device is tested and meets certain MIL-STD-810 specifications, it is approved for use by departments and agencies of the United States Department of Defense, whose mobile professionals work in the most challenging of environments.
The tests have been revised throughout the years
to reflect the ever-evolving needs of military
personnel and have become a common
benchmark across the industry in validating
devices as “rugged.” MIL-STD-810 covers a
variety of scenarios like drops and vibrations,
extreme temperatures, high altitudes, water
resistance, and dust intake. For a truly durable
mobile device that will survive mission-critical
jobs, buyers should make sure a device has third-
party validation of all Mil-Spec claims to ensure it
will meet their performance needs.
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TOUGHBOOK: BUILT TO LAST WITH THE LOWEST INDUSTRY AVERAGE FAILURE RATE
Panasonic laptops are over five times more reliable than the average laptop used by U.S. businesses*:
And Panasonic handhelds and tablets have a significantly lower failure rate – especially when compared to consumer-grade devices over a five-year period:
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TOUGHBOOK: BUILT TO REDUCE THE RISK OF CROSS-CONTAMINATION
Today more than ever it is critical that equipment be cleaned and sanitized properly to reduce or eliminate the spread of viruses and bacteria. The same rule also applies to computers and touchscreens, as these devices often are shared amongst users.
Panasonic TOUGHBOOK laptops, tablets, and handhelds have improved design to reduce the risk of cross-contamination with magnesium alloy casings that are factory tested with many commonly used sanitizing wipes, including Clorox Healthcare Bleach Germicidal Wipes and Alcohol Prep Swabs.
Our rigorous test procedure involves wiping each area on the device with the liquid solution with a pressure of 1 kg/cm2 10,000 times. The goal is to ensure that any disinfectant solutions we have approved on our devices will not compromise the integrity or the performance of Panasonic TOUGHBOOK laptops and tablets.
Please note that although these disinfectants are tested with our products, Panasonic does not endorse or advertise a particular brand of disinfectant and cannot warrant their effectiveness.
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TOUGHBOOK: BUILT TO REDUCE THE TOTAL COST OF OWNERSHIP
Respondents were asked to identify the average total cost per incident to repair a handheld device in an International Data Corporation (IDC) survey. The following table shows how respondents answered. Only 14% of respondents selected the correct answer: $3,087.
Remember this number includes not
only the cost of repairing, or more
likely, replacing the device, but also
less obvious costs, such as employee
downtime, lost productivity, and
interrupting or lengthening production
schedules. Rugged mobile devices offer
significantly lower failure rates than
consumer devices.
Fewer failures mean less downtime, which leads to a lower total cost of ownership.
Below is an example of the true cost of ownership when comparing an initially less expensive brand against TOUGHBOOK. In the long run, others may cost significantly more.
47 For the Meeting of: September 4, 2025
Agenda I tem No.:
CITY OF SANGER
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Joshua Rogers, City Engineer
Subject: Right of Way Acquisition
Jensen Avenue & Indianola Avenue Traffic Signal Project Attachm
ents: 1. Resolution No. 2025-74 with the following attachments:
A. Right of Way Agreement - Chavez
B. Grant of Easement - Chavez
C. Grant of Temporary Construction Easement - Chavez
CONFLICT O
F INTEREST:
None known.
RECOMMENDAT
ION:
Staff re
commends that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-74, which:
a) Approves the Right-of-W ay Agreement for acquisition of property located at 11463 E Jensen Avenue (APN 315-040-28); and
b) Accepts the Grant of Easement for Public S treet, Utilities, and Related Purposes at the same property; and
c) Accepts the Grant of Temporary Construction Easement at the same property; and d) Authorizes the City Manager to sign all documents on behalf of the City.
EXECUTIVE S
UMMARY:
The constr
uction of the subject traffic signal and intersection improvements necessitates the acquisition of new right-of- way (R/W) on the northwest and southwest corners of the intersection.
The R/W consists of a combination of permanent easements for public street and utility purposes and G-6
48 temporary construction e asements (TCEs) to provide access for construction purposes. The attached resolution will provide for the dedication of additional street right-of-way as well as the temporary use of a portion of one (1) property along the project limits. All work to this point has been executed per the requirements associated with the federal funding.
BACKGROUND:
The subject project involves the acquisition of both permanent right -of-way dedication as well as a temporary construction e asement for portions of three properties near the intersection of Jensen and Indianola Avenues. Because the project is partially funded by federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program ( CMAQ) funding in addition to l ocal funds, the City is required to comply with all requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (Uniform Act). The Uniform Act provides important protections and assistance for people affected by federally funded projects. This law was enacted by Congress to ensure that people whose real property is acquired, or who move as a result of projects receiving federal funds, will be treated fairly and equitably and will receive assistance in moving from the property they occupy.
The property acquisition value offers were determined by the City’s R/W consultant, Hamner, Jewell and Associates, and these were presented to the City Council in Closed Session on May 1 , 2025 and July 17, 2025, before the formal offers were made. One (1) property owner has already executed an agreement. An additional property owner has recently signed the agreement included with this staff report, and is listed below:
Property Owner Address APN
Area
(Sq. Ft) Value
Linda P. Chavez 11463 E Jensen
Avenue 315-040-28
942
(R/W) $27,000.00 586
(TCE)
There is one (1) remaining propert y that needs an executed agreement to complete the acquisition phase, and negotiations are in progress.
REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:
The permanent and temporary construction easements are required and necessary for the construction of public road improvements associated with this project. The process followed and the value offered are in line with the requirements of federally funded projects.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The costs for right-of-way acquisitions as described above are budgeted in the FY 25/26 budget and are reimbursable from CMAQ funds.
ALTERNATIVES:
None, if CMAQ reimbursement is desired.
49 ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:
The City Manager will sign the Right of Way Agreement , and escrow will be opened. The City will deposit the amount identified in the Contract into the escrow account and the escrow will close when all conditions are satisfied or waived and the Title Company is able to record the grant deeds conveying title or right of use from seller to the City. Once recorded, the City will receive copies of the deeds for the property. Once all R/W has been acquired for the project, Staff will prepare a R/W certification, as per federal requirements, which will allow the City to proceed into the construction phase.
50 ATTACHMENT 1
51 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-74
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANGER APPROVING A RIGHT OF WAY
AGREEMENT AND ACCEPTING EASEMENT DEEDS FOR PUBLIC STREET AND
UTILITY PURPOSES AND TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION PURPOSES FROM LINDA P. CHAVEZ
AS PART OF THE
JENSEN AVENUE AND INDIANOLA AVENUE TRAFFIC SIGNAL PROJECT
WHEREAS, the City of Sanger is proposing to construct a traffic signal at the intersection of Jensen and Indianola Avenues; and
WHEREAS, easements are required for public street and utility purposes as well as temporary construction access (“R/W”) at a portion of the property located at 11463 East Jensen Avenue (APN 315-040-28) for improvements related to the project listed above; and
WHEREAS, on said proper ty, the owners have consented to grant R/W to the City through execution of a Right of Way Agreement and dedication of a Grant of Easement as well as a Grant of Temporary Construction Easement; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Sanger and its residents to accept the Grants of Easements, as applicable; and
WHEREAS, the City of Sanger has conformed with all Federal guidelines and requirements for the acquisition of R/W; and
WHEREAS, formal offers have been made to the property owners for the acquisition of R/W, and the following owners have agreed to the value amount shown:
Property Owner Address APN
Area
(Sq. Ft) Values
Linda P. Chavez 11463 E Jensen
Avenue 315-040-28
942
(R/W) $27,000.00 471
(TCE)
; and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer recommends the approval of the Right of Way Agreement, acceptance and purchase of the Grants of Easement from the property owner listed, for the value listed.
NOW THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Sanger, State of California:
52 1. Approves the Right -of-Way Agreement for the property located at 11463 E Jensen Avenue (APN 315-040-28); and
2. Accepts the Grant of Easement for Public S treet, Utilities, and R elated Purposes at the same property; and
3. Accepts the Grant of Temporary Construction Easement at the same property; and
4. Authorizes the City Manager to sign all documents on behalf of the City.
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true and correct copy of a Resolution duly and regularly adopted and passed by the City Council for the City of Sanger, California, at a regular meeting held on the 4
th day of September, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
__________________________________________
Lina Martinez, City Clerk
53 ATTACHMENT 1
Right of Way Agreement
54 55
56 57
58 59
60 ATTACHMENT 2
Grant of Easement – Public Street, Utility and Related Purposes
61 62
63 64
65 66
ATTACHMENT 3
Grant of Temporary Construction Easement
67 68
69 70
71 72
73 For the Meeting of: September 04, 2025
Agen da Item No.: H-1
CITY OF SANGER
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
To: Mayor and Councilmembers
From:
Subject: General Plan Amendment No. 2024-01 (GPA 2024-01), Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment No. 2024-05 (ZOA 2024-05), Annexation No. 2024-01 (ANX 2024- 01) and associated Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND), Attachme
nts:
1. Ordinance
No. 2025-07
2. Planning Commission Resolution 2025-05
CONFLICT O
F INTEREST:
None known.
RECOMMENDAT
ION:
Staff Re
commends that City Council:
a. Waive the full reading and introduce, by title only, Ordinance No. 2025-07 an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Sanger approving Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment No. 2024 -05 for pre -annexation zoning of two parcels from F resno County’s AE-20 (Exclusive Agriculture) to the City’s R-1-6 (Single Family Residential District) and RSC (Recreation, School, And Conservation) zone districts for two parcels of approximately 78.34 acres generally located northwest corner of Indianola Avenue and North Avenue (APNS 322-020-18S and 322-020-08 )
EXECUTIVE S
UMMARY:
Tract 6493 proposes a 530- unit single family residential subdivision , including a park, located on the northwest corner of Indianola Avenue and North Avenue. The P roject is proposed on two parcels, APNs 322-020-18S (58.34 acres) and 322-020- 08 (20 acres). The development proposes two phases: phase 1 as includes 269 units and a 3.23-park, phase 2 will include development of the remaining 261 units for a total 74 of 530. To streamline processing, the Planning Commission has preliminarily approved a conditional use permit (CUP 2024-01), a tentative track map (TTM 2024-01), and a Conditional Use Permit (planned unit development) (PUD 2024-01) for the Project, which approvals are contingent upon whether the Council approves the remaining entitlements.
The Project requires a number of different entitlements to be approved at the discretion of the City Council over two meetings, including GPA 2024-01, ZOA 2024-05, ANX 2024-01, and a MND under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Staff is proposing the Council start the process at this meeting by first introducing the ordinance for Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment No. ZOA 2024-05, and then at the second Council meeting considering final approval for all of the entitlements, etc., at the same time. An overview of all of the entitlements is provided for this meeting for context.
PROJECT BACKGROUND:
Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2024-05:
The Project is currently located outside City Limits and is under the jurisdiction of Fresno County zoning regulations. The existing zone district is County AE -20, Exclusive Agricultural with 20- acre minimum property size. In order to approve entitlements authorizing the development (CUP 2024-01 and TTM 2024- 01) and move forward with annexation proceedings with LAFCo, the property must be rezoned to the appropriate City district. The rezone will be effective upon completing the annexation process with LAFCo, therefore it is referred to as a pre-annexation rezone.
Zoning is required to be consistent with the City’s General Plan. The General Plan Land Use of Residential – Medium Density has multiple zone districts that are consistent with the use. As proposed, the R -1-6, Single Family Residential district is the most appropriate consistent district for areas within the Project to be developed with single family units. The other Land Use is Park and Open Space, which the RSC, Resource, School, and Conservation district is appropriate consistent district. This will be the district within the Project for the proposed 3.23-acre park developed as part of the first phase. The Planning Commission recommend the City Council approve ZOA 2024-05, which can be commenced by introducing Ordinance 2025-05. Final approval of ZOA 2024-05 at the next meeting will also require concurrent approval of General Plan Amendment GPA 2024-01.
75 General Plan Amendment 2024-01:
The existing General Plan Land Use designates approximately 17.5 acres of Park/Open Space within the 78-acre Project area. The remaining 60.5 acres of the Project area is designated as Residential – Medium Density. GPA 2024- 01 proposes to amend the Land Use Designation within the Project area, changing
14.27 acres of Park/Open Space to Residential – Medium Density. This would result in a total 74.77 acres of Residential – Medium Density and 3.23 acres of Park/Open Space within the Project area.
The 2035 Sanger General Plan requires parks be dedicated by developers at a ratio of 3 acres per 1,000 residents, with 3.67 persons being expected per dwelling unit. The General Plan also allows a reduction in the acreage dedication requirement if they imp rove the park space with landscape and playground equipment equal to the value of the difference in acreage. It also requires a fee to be paid in lieu of land dedication. See excerpt from the Parks and Recreation Element below, page 4-13:
The Project proposes 530 units, so the expected population generated after full buildout of both phases would be 1,945 persons requiring approximately 5.8 acres of park space to be dedicated. This would leave a difference of 2.57 acres requiring in- lieu fe es be paid to the City for purchase of future park space.
However, as mentioned above, the developer may improve the park of equivalent value equal to the difference in acreage. It is anticipated the cost of improving the park will be greater than the valu e of the difference in acreage dedication. Therefore, the developer may be eligible for parks and recreation development impact fee credit or reimbursement. Park improvements are required to be completed in phase 1 via conditions of approval.
The redesignated 14.27 acres of Park/Open Space will be dedicated elsewhere within the Sphere of Influence/City Limits as part of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan update. The development of a regional serving 10-acre park is currently under construction within Tract 6431 (San Joaquin Valley Homes) and located less than a mile away from the Project area on the northeast corner of Muscat Avenue and North Avenue. The location of Park/Open Space designation outside the City Limits are intended as placeholders to serve the larger area, being distributed and developed as the City grows. City staff is currently contracted and actively working with a consultant to prepare the Master Plan update, which includes a land use component further refining locations where Park/Open Space land uses are needed. The Planning Commission’s recommendation that the City Council approve GPA 2024-01.
76 Annexat
ion 2024-01:
The Project is currently located outside of City Limits, on the northwest corner of the Indianola Avenue alignment and North Avenue, and will need to be annexed. Per the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and County, specific procedures must be taken to in order to change jurisdiction of property from County to City. The Fresno Local Agency Formation Commission (Fresno LAFCo) is the authority in decisions on change of organization boundaries (City Limits), including annexations. The annexation process requires initiation of annexation by the City via resolution directing staff to proceed with application to LAFCo, which is proposed for the second meeting. The Planning Commission recommends the City Council approve ANX 2024-01.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The City, as the Lead Agency, has prepared an initial study and a Mitigated Negative Declaration is recommended to be adopted for the Project. The Project is not located on a site which is included on any of the lists enumerated under Section 65962.5 of the Government Code including, but not limited to, lists of hazardous waste facilities, land designated as hazardous waste property, hazardous waste disposal sites and others, and the information in the Hazardous Waste and Substance Statement required under subdivision (f) of that Section. Additionally, the proposed Project will not result in any adverse effects which fall within the “Mandatory Findings of Significance” contained in Section 15065 of the State CEQA Guidelines.
Finally, with the mitigation imposed, there is no substantial evidence in the record that this Project may have any direct, indirect or cumulative effects on the environment that are significant.
REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:
Approving General Plan Amendment No. 2024-01 (GPA 2024-01), Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment No. 2024-05 (ZOA 2024-05), Annexation No. 2024-01 (ANX 2024-01), and adopting a MND for the Project will facilitate the development of 530 single family homes and a park. 77 FISCAL I
MPACT:
No fiscal
impact.
ALTERNATIVE
S:
The City
Council may choose introduce Ordinance No. 2025-07 with amendments. The Council may also choose not to introduce Ordinance No. 2025-07. If so, staff requests the Council provide direction on next steps.
ACTIONS F
OLLOWING APPROVAL:
All remainin
g entitlement items will be placed on the next regular meeting’s agenda for adoption. 78 ORDINANCE NO
. 2025-07
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANGER
APPROVING ZONING ORDINANCE MAP AMENDMENT NO. 202 4-05
FOR PRE-ANNEXATION ZONING OF TWO PARCELS FROM FRESNO
COUNTY’S AE-20 (EXCLUSIVE AGRICULTURE) TO THE CITY’S R-1-6 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT) AND RSC (RECREATION,
SCHOOL, AND CONSERVATION) ZONE DISTRICTS FOR TWO
PARCELS OF APPROXIMATELY 78.34 ACRES GENERALLY
LOCATED NORTHWEST CORNER OF INDIANOLA AVENUE AND
NORTH AVENUE (APNS 322-020-18S AND 322-020-08 )
WHEREAS, Ara Chekerdemian (Lennar Homes of California, LLC), on behalf of property owner G4 Properties, LTD (“Applicant”), submitted applications to the City for initiation of annexation (Annexation No. 2024-01, ANX 2024-01), General Plan amendment (General Plan Amendment No. 2024- 01, GPA 2024- 01), pre-zoning (Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2024- 05, ZOA 2024-05), and other entitlements, cumulatively referred to as the “Project”, to subdivide approximately 78 acres generally located south of Annadale Avenue, east of Indianola Avenue, and north of North Avenue (APNs 322-020- 18S and 322-020-08); and
WHEREAS, the Project proposes a 530-unit, single family development on 78 acres in the Sphere of Influence of the City of Sanger; and
WHEREAS, the Project includes application ZOA 2024- 01, to pre -zone the Project area in anticipation of annexation, from the existing Fresno County Zone District AE-20 (Exclusive Agricultural, 20 acre minimum) to the City of Sanger R -1-6 (Single Family Residential) for 74.77 acres of the Project area and RSC (Resource, School, and Conservation) for 3.23 acres of the Project area, consistent with the Land Use Designation as modified by GPA 2024-01; and
WHEREAS, the Project also includes TTM 2024 -01 and CUP 2024- 01, which propose to subdivide the Project area into 530 single family residential units, with a PUD to deviate from development standards of the R-1-6 zone district; and
WHEREAS, the Project is currently within the City’s Sphere of Influence (“SOI”) but outside the City limits, and is required to be annexed into the City before it can be developed to urban uses, and the applicant has submitted application for annexation by ANX 2024-01 to initiate annexation proceedings with the Fresno Local Agency Formation Commission (Fresno LAFCo); and
WHEREAS, California Government Code subdivision 65859 (a) states, a city may pre -zone unincorporated territory to determine the zoning that will apply to that territory upon annexation to that city. The zoning shall become effective at the same time that the annexation becomes effective; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (“CEQA”), the City, as the Lead Agency, has analyzed the proposed Project and has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration (“MND”) as proposed by the environmental assessment for the Project; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Sanger did conduct a duly noticed public hearing in the Council Chambers of the Sanger City Hall in Sanger, California, on July 24, 2025, to consider a recommendation of approval to the City Council for ANX 2024- 01, GPA 2024-01, ZOA 2024-05, and 79 the MND prepared for the Project, at which time all interested parties were given an opportunity to be heard and present evidence ; and contingent approval of TTM 2024- 01 and CUP 2024-01, at which time all interested parties were given an opportunity to be heard and present evidence; and
WHEREAS, the City Council now desires to approve Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2024-05,
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Sanger does ordain as follows:
Section 1. Recitals. The City Council hereby finds that all of the facts set forth in the recitals above are true and correct and incorporated herein.
Section 2. CEQA. The City Council has concurrently adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Project by separate resolution. As such, the City Council finds ZOA 2024-05 and the associated entitlements for the entire Project area has already been fully assessed in accordance with CEQA, no subsequent review is required under CEQA Guidelines section 15162, and no further action or review is required under CEQA.
Section 3. General Plan Consistency for ZOA 2024-05. The City Council finds that ZOA 2024-05 is consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the Sanger General Plan, as modified by GPA 2024-01. In this regard, the City Council find that public necessity, convenience, general welfare, and good zoning practices justify approval of ZOA 2024-05. Specifically, the pre-zoning change is consistent with the General Plan goals and policies, any operative plan, or adopted policy, and implements the planned land uses in the Project area. The change is also consistent with the purpose of the Development Code to promote the growth of the city in an orderly and sustainable manner, and to promote and protect the public health, safety, peace, comfort, and general welfare. The change is also necessary for good zoning practices to achieve the balance of land uses desired by the City and to provide sites for needed residential, parks, opens space, trails, and a recharge basin consistent with the General Plan.
Section 4. Approval of ZOA 2024- 05 for Tract 6493. The City Council adopts this ordinance approving Zoning Amendment ZOA 2024-05 as set forth in Exhibit “A” to this Ordinance.
Section 5. S everability. If any provision of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, or applications of this Ordinance that can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance irrespective of the invalidity of any particular portion thereof.
Section 6. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect on the thirty -first (31st) day after its adoption.
Section 7. Publication. The City Clerk is authorized to cause this ordinance or a summary of this ordinance to be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the City of Sanger, within fifteen days after its adoption. If a summary of the ordinance is published, the City Clerk shall cause a certified copy of the full text of the proposed ordinance to be posted at City Hall at least five days prior to the meeting at which the ordinance is adopted and again after the meeting at which it is adopted.
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 80 The for
egoing ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Sanger held on September 4, 2025, and was passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on _______________, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ATTEST: APPROVED:
___________________________ ___________________________ Lina Martinez, City Clerk Frank Gonzales, Mayor
City of Sanger City of Sanger
81 Exhibit A
Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment No. 2024-05 – New Zoning (Pre-Zoning)
APNS 322-020-18S and 322-020-08
82 CITY OF SANGER
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-05
MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR TRACT 6493
ANNEXATION NO. 2024-01
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2024-01
ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 2024-05
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANGER
RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANGER I)
APPROVE THE MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR TRACT 6493; AND II) APPROVE GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2024 -01; AND III)
ADOPT PRE-ANNEXATION ZONING BY APPROVING ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202 4-05; AND IV) APPROVE ANNEXATION NO. 2024 -01,
INITIATING ANNEXATION OF THE SUBJECT PARCELS ASSOCIATED WITH THE TRACT 6493 PROJECT, GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE NORTHEAST
CORNER OF NORTH AVENUE AND INDIANOLA AVENUE, SOUTH OF
ANNADALE AVENUE (ASSESSORS PARCEL NUMBERS 322 -020-18S AND 322-020-08)
WHEREAS, Ara Chekerdemian (Lennar Homes of California, LLC), on behalf of property owner G4 Properties, LTD (“Applicant”), submitted development applications, including initiation of annexation (Annexation No. 2024-01, ANX 2024-01), general plan amendment (General Plan Amendment No. 2024- 01, GPA 2024-01), pre-zoning (Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2024 -05, ZOA 2024-05), conditional use permit for a planned unit development (Conditional Use Permit No. 2024 -01, CUP 2024 -01), and a tentative tract map (Tentative Tract Map No. 2024 -01, TTM 2024 -01), cumulatively referred to as the “Project”, to subdivide approximately 78 acres generally located south of Annadale Avenue, east of Indianola Avenue, and north of North Ave (APNs 322-020-18S and 322-020-08); and
WHEREAS, the Project proposes a 530-unit, single family development on 78 acres in the Sphere of Influence of the City of Sanger; and
WHEREAS, the Project includes application GPA 2024-01, to redesignate the General Plan Land Use of 14.27 acres currently designated as Park/Open Space Land Use to the Residential – Medium Density Land Use; and
WHEREAS, the Project includes application ZOA 2024 -01, to pre -zone the Project area in anticipation of annexation, from the existing Fresno County Zone District AE-20 (Exclusive Agricultural, 20 acre minimum) to the City of Sanger R -1-6 (Single Family Residential) for 74.77 acres of the Project area and RSC (Resource, School, and Conservation) for 3.23 acres of the Project area, consistent with the Land Use Designation as modified by GPA 2024-01; and
WHEREAS, the Project includes TTM 2024 -01 and CUP 2024 -01, which propose to subdivide the Project area into 530 single family residential units, with a PUD to deviate from development standards 83 of the R-1-6 zone district; and
WHEREAS, the Project is currently within the City’s Sphere of Influence (“SOI”) but outside the City limits, and is required to be annexed into the City before it can be developed to urban uses , and the applicant has submitted application for annexation by ANX 2024-01 to initiate annexation proceedings with the Fresno Local Agency Formation Commission (Fresno LAFCo); and
WHEREAS, California Government Code subdivision 65859 (a) states, a city m ay pre -zone unincorporated territory to determine the zoning that will apply to that territory upon annexation to th at city. The zoning shall become effective at the same time that the annexation becomes effective; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the authority a nd criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (“CEQA”), the City, as the Lead Agency, has analyzed the proposed Project and has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration (“MND”) as proposed by the environmental assessment for the Project;
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Sanger did conduct a duly noticed public hearing in the Council Chambers of the Sanger City Hall in Sanger, California, on July 24, 2025, to consider a recommendation of approval to the City Council for ANX 2024 -01, GPA 2024-01, ZOA 2024-05, and the MND prepared for the Project, at which time all interested parties were given an opportunity to be heard and present evidence; and
WHEREAS, after due consideration of all the items before it, the Planning Commission now desires to recommend the City Council i) approve the Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared for the Project, and ii) approve GPA 2024 -01, and iii) approve ZOA 2024 -05, and iv) approve ANX 2024 -01, initiating annexation proceedings with Fresno LAFCo.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of Sanger as follows:
1. Recitals. The Planning Commission hereby finds that all of the facts set forth in the recitals above are true and correct and incorporated herein.
2. CEQA Findings: Pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, the City, as the Lead Agency, has analyzed the proposed Project, including ANX 2024-01, GPA 2024-01, ZOA 2024-05, CUP 2024-01, and TTM 2024-01, and has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration as described above to evaluate the environmental effects of the Project, including development of the proposed tentative map area. The Planning Commission has fully considered the MND, and recommends the City Council find that the Project is not located on a site which is included on any of the lists enumerated under Section 65962.5 of the Government Code including, but not limited to, lists of hazardous waste facilities, land designated as hazardous waste property, hazardous waste disposal sites and others, and the information in the Hazardous Waste and Substance Statement required under subdivision (f) of that Section. Additionally, the proposed Project will not result in any adverse effects which fall within the “Mandatory Findings of Significance” contained in Section 15065 of the State CEQA Guidelines. Finally, with the mitigation imposed, there is no substantial evidence in the record that this Project may have any direct, indirect or cumulative effects on the environment that are significant.
3. General Plan Findings, GPA 2024-01. The Planning Commission finds, and recommends the City Council find, that the proposed amendment is consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of 84 the Sanger General Plan. Specifically, Growth Management Land Use Policy III on Page 2 -47 of the General Plan Land Use Element states, “New urban development should occur in undeveloped properties which are closer to the existing built-up area or which are in-fill parcels. The Project is proposed adjacent City Limits and existing residential subdivision. The 14.27 acre reduction in Park/Open Space designation proposed by GPA 2024 -01 allows for compact development preventing urban sprawl by increasing the density of residential uni ts. This is supported also by Policy II of Growth Management on Page 2-46 which states, “Ensure that Sanger’s future growth promotes a compact, contiguous and concentric urban form.” The Planning Commission recommends the City Council find that public nece ssity, convenience, general welfare, and good practices justify adoption of General Plan Amendment 2024 -01 and approval is in the public interest.
4. General Plan Consistency for ZOA 2024-05. The Planning Commission finds that ZOA 2024-05 is consistent wit h the goals, objectives, and policies of the Sanger General Plan , as modified by GPA 2024-01. In this regard, the Planning Commission recommends the City Council find that public necessity, convenience, general welfare, and good zoning practices justify approval of ZOA 2024-05. Specifically, the pre-zoning change is consistent with the General Plan goals and policies, any operative plan, or adopted policy, and implements the planned land uses in the Project area.
The change is also consistent with the purpose of the Development Code to promote the growth of the city in an orderly and sustainable manner, and to promote and protect the public health, safety, peace, comfort, and general welfare. The change is also necessary for good zoning practices to achieve the balance of land uses desired by the City and to provide sites for needed residential, parks, opens space, trails, and a recharge basin consistent with the General Plan.
5. Recommendation for Approval of MND, ANX 2024 -01, GPA 2024 -01, and ZOA 2024-05 for Tract 6493. The Planning Commission recommends to the City Council approv e the Mitigated Negative Declaration, GPA 2024-01 as shown in Exhibit “A”, ZOA 2024-05 as shown in Exhibit “B”, and ANX 2024 -01 ini tiating annexation proceedings with LAFCo for the Project area , including APNs 322-020-18S and 322-020-08.
6. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective upon adoption. * * * * *
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a full, true, and correct copy of a Resolution duly and regularly adopted and passed by the Planning Commission of the City of Sanger, California, at a meeting held on the 24th day of July 2025, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Dated: July 24, 2025
Derek Sylvester
Secretary of the Planning Commission
of the City of Sanger
85 Exhibit A
Tract 6493 – General Plan Amendment No. 2024-01
86 Exhibit B
Tract 6493 – Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2024-05
87 July 24, 2025
Notice to Applicant
Pursuant to Government Codes Section 66020(d)(1) and/or Section 66499.37, any protest related to the imposition of fees, dedications, reservations, or exactions for this project or any proceedings undertaken regarding the City’s actions taken or determinations made regarding the project, including but not limited to validity of conditions of approval must occur within ninety (90) calendar days after the date of decision.
This notice does not apply to those fees, dedications, reservations, or exactions which were previously imposed and duly noticed; or where no notice was previously required under the provisions of Government Code Section 66020(d)(1) in effect before January 1, 1997.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
This project is subject to a variety of discretionary conditions of approval. These include conditions based on adopted City plans and policies; those determined through plan review and environmental assessment essential to mitigate adverse effects on the environment including the health, safety, and welfare of the community; and recommended conditions for development that are not essential to health, safety, and welfare, but would on the whole enhance the project and its relationship to the neighborhood an d environment.
Approval for Tentative Tract Map No. 2024-01 will ultimately be deemed final unless appealed by the applicant to the City Council within ten (10) days after the decision by the Planning Commission. In the event you wish to appeal the Planning Commission’s decision, you may do so by filing a written appeal with the City Clerk. The appeal shall state the grounds for the appeal and wherein the Commis sion failed to conform to the requirements of the ordinance. This should include identification of the decision or action appealed and specific reasons why you believe the decision or action appealed should not be upheld.
These conditions are applicable to any person or entity making use of Tentative Tract Map No. 2024-01, and references to “developer” or “applicant” herein also include any applicant, property owner, owner, lessee, operator, or any other person or entity.
Tentative Tract Map No. 2024-01, Tract 6493, shall comply with all of the following conditions of approval:
A. Maps and Plans
1. The Developer shall have a final tract map prepared, in the form prescribed by the Subdivision Map Act and City of Sanger Municipal Code, by a registered civil engineer or licensed land surveyor. The final tract map shall be submitted to the City of Sanger, and shall include, but not be limited to, final tract map, drawn at a scale of not less than 1"=100', the current filing fee, closure calculations, current preliminary title report, and legal descriptions and drawings of required dedications. Upon approval of the final tract map, Developer shall submit an electronic copy (PDF) to the City Engineer.
2. The Developer shall submit to the City of Sanger Engineering Department a set of construction plans formatted on 24" x 36" sheets for all required improvements. The plans shall be submitted 88 electronically, and in accordance with first submittal instructions and checklist attached hereto.
These plans shall be prepared by a registered civil engineer, and shall include a site grading and drainage plan and an overall site utility plan showing locations and sizes of sewer, water, and storm drain mains, laterals, manholes, meters, valves, hydrants, inlets, etc, in addition to all other improvement plans specified herein. All applicable plan check and inspection fees shall be paid with the first submittal of plans. All plans shall be approved by the City and all other involved agencies prior to the release of any development permits.
3. Prior to the initial submittal of the improvement plans, the Developer shall contact the City Engineer to set up a Pre-Submittal Meeting. Developer’s engineer is required to attend.
4. Prior to beginning any construction, or within twenty (20) calendar days after the approved plans are released by the City, the Developer shall submit to the City of Sanger Engineering Department an electronic copy (PDF) of the approved set of construction plans and an electronic copy (PDF) of the project specifications, if any.
5. Within twenty (20) calendar days after all improvements have been constructed and accepted by the City, the Developer shall submit to the City of Sanger Engineering Department an electronic plan set copy (PDF) revised to reflect all field revisions and marked "AS-BUILT" for review and approval. Pad Elevation Certification(s) and passing compaction test reports will be required prior to construction of any structure on a lot.
6. Approval of this project is for the benefit of the applicant. The submittal of applications by the applicant for this project was a voluntary act on the part of the applicant not required by the City.
Therefore, as a condition of approval of this project, the applicant agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Sanger and its agents, officers, consultants, independent contractors, and employees (“City”) from any and all claims, actions, or proceedings against the City to attack, set aside, void, or annul an approval by the City concerning the project, including any challenges to associated environmental review, and for any and all costs, attorneys fees, and damages arising therefrom (collectively “claim”). Within 30 days of Planning Commission approval or conditional approval of this tentative map, the developer shall also execute an agreement with the City of Sanger to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City (consistent with State of California Government Code, Section 66474.9(6)).
7. The developer shall submit final architectural elevation drawings, floor plans, and fence/wall construction details to the Community Development Director or his designee for review and approval consistent with the Sanger Community Design Standards and Guidelines. Said plans shall be consistent with the approved conceptual elevation designs, floor plans and plotting plans. The developer shall not have two similar building elevations (footprints, exterior colors and treatments) located next to one another. Re sidential drive approaches within the front yards shall not be widened beyond the widths as shown on the approved plot plans. Heating and cooling units for the homes shall not be placed on rooftops. Condensers located in yard areas of the units shall be visually and acoustically screens subject to Planning Division review and approval.
8. Any modifications or changes to the approved building elevations and floor plans, including lot configurations, dimensions and yard setbacks shall require review and approval by the Community Development Director or their designee prior to the issuance of building permits.
89 B. General
1. All conditions of approval shall be the sole financial responsibility of the applicant/owner, except where specifically noted in the conditions or mandated by statutes.
2. The Developer shall comply with all mitigation measures required by the mitigated negative declaration approved for this project.
3. The Developer shall comply with all regulations set forth in Chapter 62 of the Sanger Municipal Code (Subdivisions).
4. The conditions of project approval set forth herein include certain fees, dedication requirements, reservation requirements and other exactions. Pursuant to Section 66020(d) of the Government Code, these conditions constitute written notice of the amount of such fees, and a description of the dedications, reservations and other exactions. The applicant is hereby notified that the 90- day protest period, commencing from the date of approval of the project, has begun. If the applicant fails to file a protest regarding any of the fees, dedication requirements, reservation requirements or other exactions contained in this notice, complying with all the requirements of Section 66020, the applicant will be legally barred from later challenging such exactions.
5. Applicant shall pay all applicable development impact fees at the rate in effect at the time of payment. The Developer may be eligible for fee credits or fee reimbursements for over-sizing of facilities or construction of other eligible facilities included in the City of Sanger’s Impact Fee Studies. The City Engineer will determine the type and extent of improvements that are eligible for fee credits or reimbursements.
6. The Developer shall furnish security in a sum to be determined by the City Engineer, prior to final acceptance of the off-site improvements by the City, for the guarantee and warranty of the improvements for a period of one (1) year following the completion and acceptance thereof by the City Council.
7. The Developer shall submit a soils report or a waiver of soils report for approval by the City Engineer with the first submittal of the improvement plans.
8. The Developer shall comply with all the requirements of the local utility (gas and electric), telephone, cable, and other communication companies. It shall be the responsibility of the Developer to notify the local utility, telephone, cable, and other communication companies to remove or relocate utility poles where necessary. The City will not accept first submittal of improvement plans without proof that the Developer has provided the improvement plans and documents showing all proposed work to the utility, telephone, cable, and other communication companies.
9. It is the sole responsibility of the developer to ensure all required approvals, permits, and/or inspections from any entity having jurisdiction, are obtained prior to issuance of final occupancy for any lot.
10. The Developer shall contact and address all requirements of the United States Postal Service for the location and type of mailboxes to be installed. The location of the facilities shall be approved by the City Engineer prior to approval of improvement plans or any construction. Developer 90 shall submit a copy of the Method of Delivery Agreement (MODA) to the City. Mailboxes shall be installed prior to issuance of any certificate of occupancy within the subdivision.
11. The Developer shall comply with and be responsible for obtaining encroachment permits from the City of Sanger for all work performed within the City's right-of-way and easements.
12. The Developer shall install all improvements within public right -of-way and easements in accordance with the City of Sanger standards, specifications, master plans, and record drawings.
13. All existing overhead and any new utility facilities located on-site, within alleys, and within the street right-of-way or easements along the streets adjacent to this tract shall be undergrounded unless otherwise approved by the City Engineer. The only exception to the undergrounding requirement will be for any high voltage electric facilities which are required to remain overhead by the public utility.
14. The Developer shall provide and pay for all compaction testing required by the City Engineer.
Compaction test locations and depths shall be established by the City Engineer. Compaction test results shall be submitted to the City Engineer, in a format accep table to the City Engineer, for review and approval.
15. During the site construction, any public streets fronting the project shall be kept clear of any construction or landscaping debris and shall not be used as a storage area for equipment, materials, or other items.
16. If the overall development is to be built in phases, then each phase shall have adequate access as required by the City of Sanger Police and Fire Departments, and the City Engineer. The Developer shall submit a schedule showing the sequence of development within the area covered by the tentative map.
17. In order to provide for reasonable municipal protection during all phases of construction, the Developer shall maintain pedestrian and vehicular access to all surrounding properties and buildings to the satisfaction of the City of Sanger Police and Fire Department, and City Engineer.
18. The Developer shall be responsible for all actions of his contractors and subcontractors during the course of any work occurring on the site. The Developer shall designate, in writing before starting work, an authorized representative who shall have complete authority to represent and to act for the Developer. Said authorized representative shall be present at the site of the work at all times while work is actually in progress on the development. During periods when work is suspended, arrangements acceptable to the City Engineer shall be made for any emergency work which may be required. When the Developer or his authorized representative is not present on any particular part of the work where it may be desired to give directions, orders may be given by the City Engineer which shall be received and obeyed by the person or persons in charge of the particular work in reference to which the orders are given. Whenever orders are given to the Developer's representative or superintendent or foreman to do work required for the convenience and safety of the general public because of inclement weather or any other such cause, such work shall be done at the Developer's expense.
19. The Developer shall take all responsibility for his contractors and shall not allow them to work on, place debris on, store supplies or equipment on, or in any other way encroach upon any other 91 properties without the written permission of such property owners. In the event other properties are encroached upon without written permission, work shall be automatically shut down until resolved.
20. Prior to the commencement of any work within the City of Sanger, the general contractor and all sub-contractors shall obtain a business license from the Finance Department.
21. All construction and improvements shall be in strict conformance with City of Sanger code, ordinance, and policy.
22. Any trenches cut in public streets shall be backfilled, compacted, and resurfaced with rock base and AC paving. Existing pavement shall be saw cut. The developer shall resurface or reconstruct areas of the street as may be required by the Public Works Director.
23. Electrical service secondary splice boxes shall be subsurface type. Secondary Service pedestals are not acceptable.
24. All fireplaces/heaters must comply with Rule 4901 of the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District. The developer shall comply with the requirements of Rule 9510 – Indirect Source Review as it applies to residential projects.
25. The developer shall execute a right to farm covenant, acceptable as to legal form by the city attorney, which shall be recorded on the deeds of each property, consistent with Sanger Municipal Code Chapter 94.
26. Any proposed signage to identify the name(s) of the subdivision, including its design and placement (median islands or walls) shall be subject to review and approval by the Development Services Director or their designee.
27. Prior to Final Map recordation, the developer shall prepare Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC & R’s) for the project and shall submit a copy of these Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions for review and approval as they relate to the conditions of approval to the Planning Division.
28. The developer shall provide concrete pads and walkway within the side yards adjacent to the garages of the single- family units for the placement of trash/recycling contains behind the rear yard fences/gates. All trash/recycling containers shall be placed out of public view except on the days of collection. The developer shall disclose this requirement to the future homeowners within the subdivision.
29. Approval shall be in conformance with Tentative Tract Map No. 6 493, prepared by Gateway Engineering, except as may be modified by other conditions of approval. Full compliance with all conditions of approval shall be achieved prior to the issuance of any Certificates of Occupancy or as modified and approved by the Development Services Director.
30. Approval of this tentative tract map, including the conditional use permit approval, is valid for two (2) years and in accordance with Government Code Section 66454, said approvals shall be null and void if annexation to the City of Sanger is not completed within that time period.
92 31. Prior to framing of any building, all streets and roadways for the subdivision shall be asphalt - paved with curb and gutter installed or at a minimum, compacted base rock (with curb/gutter) may be provided as determined by the Fire Chief and Building Official.
32. Should human remains be uncovered during ground disturbing activities, the Fresno County Coroner shall be notified to investigate the remains and arrange proper treatment and disposition.
If the remains are identified on the basis of archaeological context , age, cultural associates, or biological trains to be those of a Native American, California Health and Safety Code 7050.5 and PRC 5097.98 require that the coroner notify the NAHC within 24 hours of discovery. The NAHC will then identify the Most Likely D escendant who will make recommendations regarding the treatment and disposition of the remains.
33. Grading/construction work including start-up of equipment/machinery shall not begin prior to 7:00 a.m. Monday through Friday. Prior authorization must be obtained from the C ommunity Development Director for any work (including underground work) occurring on weekends and holidays.
34. Construction traffic shall avoid using any established residential streets within the City.
35. During construction, asphalt rubble shall be disposed of in appropriate landfill facility or some other method acceptable to the Public Works Director. The developer shall use the City’s exclusive franchise roll-off waste hauler for removal of asphalt rubble. The developer shall present evidence of such disposal to the City prior to the final acceptance of improvements.
36. During construction, all debris shall be contained within an on- site trash bin and the project site shall be watered for dust control during construction as required by the City.
37. Prior to issuance of a Final Occupancy Permit for the first dwelling unit in the tract/phase, the developer shall install street signage in accordance with the approved Improvement Plans.
38. Prior to the issuance of a Final Occupancy Permit for the first dwelling unit in the tract/phase, the developer shall have electric power to streetlights within the subject area.
39. The developer shall provide proof of payment of School Impact Fees to the Sanger Unified School District (or proof that no fee is required) prior to the issuance of building permits.
40. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the developer shall pay a fee for the purchase of waste container(s) for use by residents after buildout, as determined by the Public Works Director or their designee.
41. The developer shall pay to the City of Sanger certain fees, including but not limited to; the California Department of Fish and Game Fee, the Fresno County Fire Protection Transitional Revenue Transfer fee, Automated Solid Water Container Fee, and the Plan Check and Inspection Fee.
C. Dedications and Street Improvements
1. The Developer shall provide right -of-way (R/W) acquisition or dedicate free and clear of all encumbrances and/or improve the following streets to City standards:
93 a) Indianola Avenue (General Plan Street Designation: Collector): North Avenue to Annadale Avenue;
i) Dedicate 60’ east of Centerline for public street and utility purposes (total ultimate R/W of 120’) and acquire by separate deed any R/W west of the Centerline as needed (if applicable) to construct center travel lane improvements for southbound traffic including median island, one 12’ travel lane and one 4’ shoulder. R/W requirements at the intersection with North Avenue will be as needed to accommodate the ultimate improvements recommended by the project Traffic Impact Study, prepared by Peters Engineering, dated May 2, 2025 (“TIS”), including left and right turn lanes. ii) Construct improvements in accordance with City Street Standards and as shown on Tentative Map. Improvements shall include curb and gutter, sidewalk, curb ramps, street lights, landscaping and irrigation, center median island with stamped concrete cap and landscaping, permanent paving, and sound wall.
b) North Avenue (General Plan Street Designation: Minor Arterial): Indianola Avenue to East Line of Lot 145 of Phase I;
i) Dedicate sufficient R/W for a total of 50’ north from Section Line for public street and utility purposes.
ii) Construct improvements in accordance with City Street Standards, and as shown on Tentative Map. Improvements shall include curb and gutter, sidewalk, curb ramps, street lights, landscaping and irrigation and permanent paving. Sidewalk shall be constructed to meander within a landscape buffer measuring 24’ from face of curb, so as to match existing adjacent developments.
c) Annadale Avenue (General Plan Street Designation: Collector): Indianola Avenue to the East Line of Lot 104 of Phase II;
i) Dedicate sufficient R/W for a total of 52’ south of Centerline for public street and utility purposes.
ii) Construct improvements in accordance with City Street Standards and as shown on Tentative Map. Improvements shall include curb and gutter, sidewalk, curb ramps, street lights, landscaping and irrigation, permanent paving, and sound wall.
d) Edgar Avenue (General Plan Street Designation: Local): Within the limits of the Subdivision; i) Dedicate 60’ for public street and utility purposes. ii) Construct improvements in accordance with City Street Standards and as shown on Tentative Map. Improvements shall include curb and gutter, sidewalk, curb ramps, street lights, landscaping and irrigation, and permanent paving. iii) Traffic calming bulb- outs shall be designed and constructed at the intersection with Reagan Avenue.
e) 56’ Interior Residential Street (General Plan Street Designation: Local): Public Streets (all not specifically listed otherwise and as shown on the Tentative Map) i) Dedicate 56’ for public street and utility purposes. ii) Construct improvements in accordance with City Street Standards and as shown on Tentative Map. Improvements shall include curb and gutter, sidewalk, curb ramps, street lights, landscaping and irrigation, and permanent paving. iii) Public Streets Reagan Avenue, Cherry Avenue, Almond Avenue: Dedicate 70’ for public street and utility purposes and construct median island with landscaping and irrigation at entrance per Tentative Map.
94 2. In accordance with the recommendations of the TIS, the following additional roadway improvements are required to be constructed prior to issuance of the first grant of occupancy (with the conditioning agency shown in parentheses):
a) North Avenue/McCall Avenue: Construct roadway widening sufficient to provide dedicated left-turn lane on the southbound approach (125’ Minimum Length, to be confirmed with Fresno County) while maintaining the existing all-way stop control (County of Fresno). b) Jensen Avenue/McCall Avenue: Construct roadway widening sufficient to lengthen the left turn lane for the northbound approach to 275’ (County of Fresno). c) North Avenue/Greenwood Avenue: Install all -way stop control at this existing intersection (City of Sanger).
d) 9
th Street/Bethel Avenue: Restripe westbound approach to provide for 245’ of left lane storage (City of Sanger).
3. In accordance with the recommendations of the TIS, the applicant shall pay its fair share of the improvements required to mitigate unacceptable levels of service in the 2045 cumulative analysis scenario (which are not already included in an existing fee program) at the following intersections:
a) Jensen Avenue/McCall Avenue: 19.1%
b) Jensen Avenue/Bethel Avenue: 4.2%
c) 9
th Avenue/Bethel Avenue: 7.7%
d) Annadale Avenue/McCall Avenue: 30.8%
e) Annadale Avenue/Indianola Avenue: 29.6%
f) North Avenue/McCall Avenue: 28.3%
g) North Avenue/Indianola Avenue: 38.9%
h) Central Avenue/McCall Avenue: 6.2%
The Developer’s engineer shall prepare cost estimates for the recommended improvements to be reviewed and approved by the authority having jurisdiction over the improvements. Fair share payments shall be made to the City of Sanger for funding of future improvements and distribution to the County of Fresno as applicable.
4. The Developer shall construct transitional improvements along major streets beyond its frontage limits as determined necessary by the City Engineer to ensure traffic safety and continuity for the public.
5. Developer shall dedicate an 8’ or 10’ public utility easement (width as required by affected utility companies) along all streets and all other locations requested by utility companies. Alternate widths must be approved in writing by all utility companies and a copy of said written approval shall be submitted to the City Engineer.
6. Developer shall provide a preliminary title report, legal description, and drawings for all dedications required which are not within the limits of the subdivision.
7. The Developer shall install LED streetlights on metal poles in accordance with City Standards at the locations designated by the City Engineer. Streetlight locations shall be shown on the utility plans submitted with the final map for approval. Streetlights on exterior streets shall be standard cobrahead design. Streetlights on interior streets shall be decorative design. Streetlights at traffic signal locations shall be installed on approved traffic signal poles. Street lights shall be owned and maintained by City of Sanger. Developer shall prepare a streetlighting plan for approval by the 95 City Engineer and shall prepare and submit application to PG&E for streetlight service on LS -2 (Unmetered, City-owned and maintained) rate schedule.
8. Developer shall provide for all striping, stenciling, pavement markers, delineators and signage required of all street improvements within the development. All traffic signs and street name signs shall be installed in accordance with City Standards and the CA MUTCD (latest edition). A striping and signage plan shall be included with the construction plans and submitted for review and approval by the City Engineer.
9. Curb ramps shall be provided at all intersections in conformance with City Standards.
10. As part of street dedications, Developer shall provide corner cut -offs at all street intersections.
Corner cut-offs shall be sufficient to provide for sight distances and accommodate curb ramps.
11. The Developer shall, at his expense, obtain "R Value" tests in quantity sufficient to represent all street areas, and have street structural sections designed by a registered civil engineer based on these "R Value" tests. These designs shall be compared to the minimum section given below and approved by the City Engineer.
Street Designation
Minimum Section
Local Street 2” HMA/4” CLII AB/6” CNS
Collector Street 3.5” HMA/6” CLII AB/6” CNS
Arterial Street 4” HMA/7.5” CLII AB/6” CNS
12. Standard barricades with reflectors shall be installed at ends of streets abutting undeveloped property and any other locations to be specified by the City Engineer.
13. The Developer shall, at the end of any permanent pavement abutting undeveloped property, install 2”x6” redwood header boards placed prior to street paving.
14. All knuckles and cul-de-sacs shall be designed in accordance with City Standards.
15. Temporary paved cul-de-sacs shall be provided at the end of any dead-end streets, planned for future extension, and longer than 150’. Minimum radius shall be provided to allow turnaround of emergency equipment.
16. Developer shall relinquish vehicular access rights to the following:
a) Indianola Avenue
b) North Avenue
c) Annadale Avenue
d) Local Street Sideyards
D. Sanitary Sewer Improvements
1. The Developer shall identify and abandon all existing septic systems per City Standards and any other governing regulations.
96 2. The Developer shall construct major sewer improvements in accordance with the City of Sanger’s Sanitary Sewer Master Plan as follows:
a) Construct 24” sewer in Bethel Avenue from North Avenue to ¼ mile south of North Avenue, connecting to the proposed sewer line being installed with Tract 6431.
Costs for installation of oversize pipeline facilities (i.e. in excess of 8” diameter) are eligible for development impact fee credit and/or reimbursement, for those costs above those required to install an 8” diameter pipeline, through a Improvement and Credit/Reimbursement Agreement.
3. The nearest existing sanitary sewer mains available to serve the development are a 12” sewer main in Indianola Avenue and an 18” sewer main in North Avenue along the frontages of the subdivision. The Developer shall connect to these existing sewers and the Developer’s engineer shall be responsible for verifying the size, location, and elevations of existing improvements. Any alternative routing of sewer service must be approved by the City Engineer and supported by appropriate calculations.
4. The Developer shall install sanitary sewer mains of the size and in the locations indicated below:
a) Interior Streets: Install 8” sewer mains throughout development.
5. The Developer shall dedicate a minimum 20’ wide easement for all onsite sewer mains not located in otherwise dedicated rights-of-way.
6. The Developer shall install one (1) 4” sewer service house branch to each lot within the development in accordance with City Standards.
E. Water Improvements
1. The City does not currently have sufficient water supply capacity to serve the project as proposed.
The determination of “sufficient water supply capacity” is being made by the City Engineer pursuant to the California Waterworks Standards (Cal Code of Regs. §64554). While current capacity of the City water system has been determined insufficient by this standard, multiple capital improvement projects are currently funded and are being implemented by the City of Sanger in order to improve the system to a point of sufficiency. It is anticipated that a combination of the above-planned projects will result in the improvement of the water system to a point of sufficiency to serve the proposed project. The City will withhold issuance of Certificates of Occupancy on the subject project until a determination can be made that there is sufficient capacity to serve the project. It is currently projected that this will be possible in Fall 2025.
2. The Developer shall identify and abandon all existing water wells per City Standards and any other governing regulations.
3. The nearest water mains currently available to serve the development are:
a) 12” water main in Annadale Avenue across the project frontage; b) 8” water mains in Almond Avenue, Edgar Avenue and Moir Avenue at the eastern boundary of the subdivision; and
c) 12” water main in North Avenue near the east line of Lot 145 of Phase 1. 97 4. The Developer shall install water mains of the sizes and in the locations indicated below and provide an adequately looped water system. The Developer’s engineer shall be responsible for verifying the size, location, and elevations of existing improvements.
a) Indianola Avenue: Install 12” water main along the project frontage. b) North Avenue: Install 12” water main along the project frontage. c) Interior Streets: Install 8” water mains throughout development.
Costs for installation of oversize pipeline facilities (i.e. in excess of 8” diameter) are eligible for development impact fee credit and/or reimbursement, for the costs above those required to install an 8” diameter pipeline, through an Improvement and Credit/Reimbursement Agreement.
5. The Developer shall dedicate with the final map an outlot (to substitute for Lots 104 and 105 of Phase 2 as shown on the Tentative Map) in fee to the City of Sanger for a new water well site for City Well No. 21. A commercial drive approach with wrought iron gate shall be constructed from Annadale Avenue to provide access to the site. Standard utility services shall be provided to the site.
Grading of the site shall be in accordance with direction from the City Engineer and concrete masonry block walls with pilasters shall be installed along the Annadale Avenue frontage and the side yards of Lots 104 and 105 of Phase 2 as shown on the Tentative Map. No other well site improvements are required of the Developer. Costs for land dedication and construction of the aforementioned well site improvements are eligible for development impact fee credit and/or reimbursement through an Improvement and Credit/Reimbursement Agreement.
The City of Sanger is the owner of a 2.86-acre property to the west of the proposed project (APN 322-020-24) along Indianola Avenue, which is currently in use as a temporary drainage basin. If the City Engineer determines that Well No. 21 can feasibly be constructed on this property as needed to serve the City’s water system needs, then the above-listed dedication and improvement conditions for Well No. 21 may be waived at the discretion of the City Engineer.
6. The Developer shall dedicate a 20’ wide easement for all onsite water mains, hydrants, blow-offs, and water meters not located in otherwise dedicated rights-of-way.
7. The Developer shall install a City Standard water service, size as necessary to each lot within the development in accordance with City Standards.
8. Meter and meter box shall be installed immediately after receiving approved bacterial test results.
Upon installation of the meter, the City of Sanger has blanket authority to establish a utility account for water usage in the developer's name. Water will be charged at the current base rate per month plus consumption. Before development begins the developer must submit a valid blanket authority authorizing the City of Sanger to bill the developer for water usage, provide billing address information and deliver a $500.00 water deposit.
9. The Developer shall install a City Standard landscape water service, size as necessary to each public landscape area within the development in accordance with City Standards.
10. The Developer shall install a minimum of one (1) water sampling station in accordance with City Standards. The final number and location of sampling stations shall be determined by the City Engineer in conjunction with the City of Sanger Public Works Department. 98 11. No water service connection shall be made to the City of Sanger Water System until a bacteriological report has been accepted by the City Engineer.
12. Fire hydrants shall be installed at locations approved by the Fire Department. Fire hydrants and curbs shall be painted as directed by the Fire Department.
13. Prior to the use of any combustible materials on- site, water mains and fire hydrants shall be installed and operable.
F. Grading and Drainage
1. The Developer shall, for construction activity prior to clearing, grading or excavation on one (1) acre or more of land area or area part of a larger common plan of development or sale, obtain a NPDES permit and implement Best Available Technology Economically Achievable and Best Conventional Pollutant Control Technology to reduce or eliminate storm water pollution. Plans for these requirements shall be included in the construction plan set and shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer.
2. The City of Sanger is an MS4 and is regulated under the Water Quality Order NO. 2013-0001-DWQ and NPDES General Permit No. CAS000004. Developer is required to comply with all requirements of the Permit, including Post-Construction Standards. Developer’s engineer shall submit calculations confirming that development will meet Post-Construction Standards with the grading plan for review by the City Engineer.
3. The Project Site is located within the Southwest Drainage Area of the Sanger Storm Drain Master Plan (SDMP), and the master-planned basin was sited on the south side of North Avenue across from the project frontage. The SDMP indicates the following master -planned pipeline facilities within the Project Area:
a) Connection to existing 36” pipeline in Indianola Avenue near the Edgar Avenue intersection and abandonment of outfall to existing drainage basin west of Indianola Avenue once connection to the new basin is completed;
b) Construction of 42” and 48” pipelines in Indianola Avenue and North Avenue to outfall to the Southwest Drainage Basin;
c) Connection to existing 36” pipeline in North Avenue (near Lot 145 of Phase 1), abandoning outfall to existing private drainage basin within the subdivision, and re-routing to Southwest drainage basin;
d) Construction of new pipelines in Edgar Avenue and Reagan Avenue (size to be confirmed upon review of project grading plan.
The site shall be drained using a combination of these master- planned facilities and storm drain basin. Costs for land acquisition and construction of master -planned facilities are eligible for development impact fee credit and/or reimbursement. Costs fo r construction of non- master- planned facilities are not eligible. Minimum storm drain pipe diameter within public right-of-way shall be 15”.
4. The Southwest Area Drainage Basin shall be designed to accommodate an ultimate storage volume of 86.5 Acre-Feet (A-F). The basin shall be excavated at initial development in order to provide sufficient volume to store the runoff generated by all areas tri butary to the facility at the time of construction, currently estimated at 39.5 A- F. If the project is built in phases, the minimum 99 required storage and excavated basin volume for any phase shall be approved by the City Engineer at the time of phased final map approval. The ultimate basin configuration and proposed initial construction shall be approved by the City Engineer as part of the improvement plan review and approval process.
5. Developer’s engineer shall prepare hydrology and hydraulic calculations (H&H) for any proposed storm drain system and submit with the grading plan for review and approval by the City Engineer.
Developer’s engineer shall consult with City Engineer for calculation requirements.
6. Grade differentials between lots and adjacent properties shall be adequately shown on the grading plan and shall be treated in a manner in conformance with City Standards . Any retaining walls required 12” or higher shall be masonry or concrete construction and any retaining walls required less than 12” may be wood, masonry, or concrete construction. All retaining walls shall be designed by a registered civil engineer.
7. Prior to the approval of grading plan, approvals and permits from the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District shall be obtained. The Project shall comply with all rules, regulations and conditions of approval imposed by the District.
8. The Developer shall maintain a program of dust control to prevent air pollution as well as discomfort or damage to adjacent and surrounding properties. The Developer shall follow all requirements and recommendations made by the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District for dust and emission reduction.
G. Parks, Landscaping and Irrigation
1. The Developer, as a portion of the required tract improvements, shall provide park improvements, landscaping and irrigation as required herein. The landscaping and irrigation shall be installed in public right -of-way and all other areas reserved for landscaping. Plans for the required landscaping and irrigation systems shall be prepared by an appropriately qualified professional and conform to the City of Sanger Standard Drawings and Specifications and the California Model Water Efficiency Ordinance. Public landscaping and irrigation shall be installed along all major street park strips, parks, trails/greenbelts, and street and median islands. Landscape design shall incorporate climbing vines along the required exterior masonry walls to discourage graffiti.
2. The 3.23 Acre park will be dedicated in fee to the City with the final map. In lieu of dedicating the full parkland required by the General Plan (5.84 Acres), the park shall be improved by the Developer in its entirety in accordance with the permitting thresholds described below. A Site Plan Review shall be required for the park development and shall depict all proposed improvements for approval prior to submission of improvement plans for construction. The cost of any improvements constructed in excess of the additional land dedication value shall be eligible for development impact fee credit and/or reimbursement through an Improvement and Credit/Reimbursement Agreement.
3. All park improvements shall be installed and accepted for maintenance by the City prior to granting the 100
th certificate of occupancy. issuance of 25% of the development’s building permits.
If the subdivision is phased, the park shall be fully completed with the first phase.
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oper shall enter into a one (1) year private landscape maintenance contract for maintenance of the required landscaping within the public areas of the subdivision after acceptance 100
of improvements. Prior to acceptance, a copy of the maintenance contract shall be provided to the Public Works Director for review and approval.
5. The developer shall provide front yard landscaping with automatic irrigation systems with enough stations, including controllers, wiring, and valves with irrigation main line stub to accommodate the rear yards for the homes within the subdivision.
6. Street trees shall be installed along the front and side yards (as applicable) of each lot. A Street Tree Plan shall be included in the submitted landscape and irrigation plan package.
7. Trees planted within 10 feet of any paved area, including street trees, shall include a root -control barrier and deep watering sleeve.
8. Prior to approval of the Final Map, the developer will be required to request annexation of the property, and be subject, to the City’s Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District (LLMD).
The property owner acknowledges and agrees that such request serves as a petition pursuant to California State Proposition 218 and no further election will be required for the establishment of the initial assessment. The assessment for each lot must be obtained from the City for the tax year following the recordation of the final map. The property owner shall consent to the first -year assessment and annual increases per the provisions of the LLMD. The property owner/Developer shall notify all potential lot buyers before they actually purchase a lot that this tract is a pa rt of a LLMD. Said notification shall be in a manner approved by the City. The property owner/Developer shall supply all necessary assessment diagrams and other pertinent materials for the LLMD annually until the entire tract is built out or for three ye ars after annexation to the district, whichever is longer.
9. Prior to approval of the Final Map, the developer will be required to request annexation of the property, and be subject, to a Community Facilities District (CFD) to provide special tax revenue for the anticipated increase in costs associated with providing city services, including but not limited to police, fire, ambulance, paramedic and parks maintenance. The Developer shall disclose to all potential lot buyers that the tract is part of a Community Facilities District.
10. If the development impacts Consolidated Irrigation District facilities, the Developer shall provide documentation satisfactory to the City that CID infrastructure or facility issues have be adequately addressed. This may include, but not be limited to, dedicating easements, piping or relocating any existing CID canals or ditches, replacing any existing irrigation piping, concrete lining or improving any existing canals, construction or reconstruction of any canals, culverts, and bridge crossings.
11. CID comments on review indicate that CID maintains the Winter Lateral pipeline (Lateral Pipeline) within the proposed project. The Lateral Pipeline is used for the conveyance of irrigation water to landowners adjacent to the proposed development. The Developer shall prepare a plan to relocate and construct the Lateral Pipeline in a dedicated CID easement to maintain the conveyance of irrigation water to downstream users. The minimum easement width for CID to maintain the Lateral Pipeline is 20-feet. The size of the existing Lateral Pipeline shall be confirmed, and plans and specifications shall be submitted for review by CID’s engineer, Summers Engineering, on behalf of CID. The plans shall include a plan and profile of the new Lateral Pipeline along with details for connections to the existing pipe, bedding and backfill, and elbows. The plans and specifications shall conform with CID’s Standard Details and Development Standards. All costs 101
associated with the acquisition of easements, preparation of plans, plans review fees, permits, and construction of the Lateral Pipeline shall be paid for by the Developer.
12. Plans for the above requirements and improvements shall be included in the previously required set of construction plans and submitted to and approved by CID prior to the release of any development permits or recording of the final map, if the development permits or final map impact CID facilities, including the Winter Lateral Pipeline . If a CID or private irrigation line is to be abandoned, the Developer shall provide waivers from all downstream users.
13. All existing onsite agricultural irrigation systems either onsite or within public rights -of-way, whether CID or privately owned shall be identified prior to any construction activity on the site.
Service to all downstream users of irrigation water shall be maintained at all times through preservation of existing facilities or, if the existing facilities are required to be relocated, the relocation and replacement of the existing facilities. It is the intent that downstream users not bear any burden as a result of the development. Therefore, the Developer shall bear all costs related to modification, relocation, or repair of any existing irrigation facilities resulting from or necessitated by the development. The Developer shall identify on the construction plans all existing irrigations systems and their disposition (abandonment, repair, relocation, and or piping) for approval by the City Engineer.
H. Miscellaneous
1. It shall be the responsibility of the Developer to remove all existing structures, trees, shrubs, etc., that are within or encroaching on existing or proposed rights-of-way or easements. Existing street improvements shall be preserved, at the discretion of the City Engineer.
2. The Developer shall provide clean-up, street sweeping and dust control during the construction of the development to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and Public Works Director. A deposit of $5,000.00 shall be submitted to the City to guarantee compliance. At any time, Developer is deemed to be non-compliant by the City Engineer or Public Works Director, the City may draw from said deposit to pay for necessary activities to bring the site into compliance.
3. The Developer shall install monuments at all section corners, quarter section corners, all street centerline intersection points, angle points, and beginning of curves and end of curves on streets adjacent to or within the development. Any existing section corner or property corner monuments damaged or destroyed by the development shall be reset to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
A licensed land surveyor or civil engineer licensed to perform land surveying shall certify the placement of all required monumentation prior to final acceptance.
4. Within five days after the final setting of all monuments has been completed, the engineer or surveyor shall give written notice to the City Engineer that the final monuments have been set.
Upon payment to the engineer or surveyor for setting the final monuments, the Developer shall present to the City Engineer evidence of the payment and receipt thereof by the engineer or surveyor.
5. The conditions given herein are for the entire development. Additional requirements for individual phases may be necessary pending review by the City Engineer.
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6. The Developer shall install concrete masonry block walls with pilasters in accordance with City Standards, with a minimum height of 6 feet above the high side ground elevation, and of a design and color approved by the City of Sanger Planning Department at the following locations:
a) East side of Indianola Avenue along project frontage; b) North side of North Avenue along project frontage;
c) South side of Annadale Avenue along project frontage; d) Side yards of Lots 104 and 105 of Phase 2 (for Well No. 21); e) Side yards of entry street lots (i.e. 70’ right of way).
Masonry block walls that retain more than 8” shall be designed by a registered civil engineer.
7. A decorative wood fence with stone pilasters shall be provided for all other street side yards, which are not covered by the block wall requirement above, within the subdivision.
8. All fences and walls on corners (intersections) shall meet the sight triangle regulations in the zoning ordinance for height and distance from the corners.
I. Fresno County Road Maintenance and Operations Division
1. The full road right-of-way width of North Avenue along parcel frontage is required to be annexed to the City of Sanger.
2. The full road right -of-way width of Indianola Avenue along parcel frontage is required to be annexed to the City of Sanger.
3. Any proposed improvements shall provide adequate transitions to tie into existing pavement.
Applicant may be required to relocate utilities and acquire additional right-of-way to accommodate such improvements. Engineered plans for road improvements shall be submitted for review and acceptance prior to any encroachment permits being issued.
J. Fresno County Environmental Health Division
1. Construction permits for the proposed development are subject to confirmation that the City of Sanger community water system has sufficient capacity and quality to serve this project.
2. Construction permits for the proposed development are subject to confirmation the City of Sanger’s system has sufficient capacity at the time of construction.
3. Development, including construction, shall comply with the City of Sanger Municipal Code and the Fresno County Noise Ordinance Code.
4. All water wells and/or septic systems that exist or have been abandoned within the project area shall be properly destroyed by an appropriately licensed contractor.
5. Should any underground storage tank(s) be found during the project, the applicant shall apply for and secure an Underground Storage Tank Removal Permit from the Fresno County Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Division. Contact the Fresno County Hazmat Compliance Program at (559) 600-3271 for more information.
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K. Fresno County Policy Planning Division
1. All necessary land use entitlement and the environmental assessment to address the potential impacts of the projects on the environment and how the impacts could be mitigated must be prepared prior to submitting the annexation application to LAFCo for processing.
2. The Notice of Intent to annex the subject territory to the City of Sanger must be provided to the County of Fresno for determination of consistency of the prop osed annexation with the MOU between the City of Sanger and the County of Fresno.
L. Fresno Local Agency Formation Commission
1. Prior to the approval of the final map, Developer will be responsible for annexation of the property (and any other property required by LAFCo), including coordination with the City of Sanger, and paying for the costs annexation including fees to LAFCo for reorganization and any City fees or costs.
M. San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District
1. Prior to issuance of grading or building permits, the applicant/developer shall provide the City with evidence from the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) of an approved Dust Control Plan or Construction Notification form under Regulation VIII – Fugitive Dust PM10 Prohibitions. The subdivision project may be subject to other rules including Rule 8021 (Construction, Demolition, Excavation, Extraction, and Other Earthmoving Activities), Rule 4601 (Architectural Coatings), and Rule 4641 (Cutback, Slow Cure, and Emulsified Asphalt, Paving and Maintenance Operation). The developer will be required to carry out measures of applicable SJVAPCD Rules and Regulations as noted.
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ATTACHMENT D
Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
Tract 6493
SCH No. 2025061144
Available online at: https://www.ci.sanger.ca.us/464/Notices 105