Sanger City Council
March 5, 2026

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AGENDA

SANGER CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
THURSDAY , MARCH 5, 2026
6:00 PM

COUNCIL CHAMBER
1700 7TH Street, Sanger, California 93657
Levine Act Disclosure. P u r s u a n t t o t h e L e v i n e A c t ( G o v t C o d e S e c ti o n 8 4 3 0 8 ) , a n y p a r t y t o a p e r m i t , 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 APPROVAL, ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS
D. C

EREMONIAL MATTERS-
• Woman’s History Month- Proclamation
E. P

RESENTATIONS-
• Fix Our Roads - Diana Gomez
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City Council Agenda
March 5, 2026

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 February 19, 2026.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve.

2. SUBJECT: Receipt of Update on Emergency Repairs at Wastewater Treatment Plant Pursuant to Resolution No. 2026-11 and Request to Continue Declaration of Emergency
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopt Resolution 2026-13 continuing the Declaration of Emergency and receive the report from City Manager Regarding Emergency repairs at Wastewater Treatment Plant per Resolution No. 2025-95.

3. SUBJECT: Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Fresno County Rural Transit Agency (FCRTA) for Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program Improvements and Micro transit Services RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Fresno County Rural Transit Agency for capital improvements and micro transit services funded through the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program.

H. DEPARTMENT REPORTS

1. SUBJECT: Agreement between the County of Fresno and City of Sanger to permit limited development of property in process of annexation (Tentative Tract Map No. 6493). (Resolution 2026-14
)
RE
COMMENDATION: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute the “Agreement Between County of Fresno and City of Sanger to Permit Limited Development of Property in Process of Annexation,” specifically for the project identified as Tentative Tract Map No. 6493, pursuant to Fresno County Ordinance Code Section 15.04.140.

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2. SUBJECT: Public Safety Sales Tax Gang/Drug Prevention/Intervention Services Grant Program Awards
RECOMMENDATION: The Citizen’s Oversight Committee (COC) recommends the City Council select Set Free Church ($xxxxx), Young Life ($xxxxx), Boys and Girls Club ($xxxxx) as the approved grant recipients for Public Safety Sales Tax Gang Intervention/Prevention award and st aff recommends that Council authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with each recipient.

I. P

UBLIC HEARING

1. SU
BJECT: Initiation of Annexation of Real Property for Regional Storm Drain Facility – Property located on the South Side of North Avenue Between Indianola and Bethel Avenues (APN 332-080-40 ).

REC
OMMENDATION: That the City Council:
a. W
aive the full reading and adopt by title only, Ordinance No. 2026 -02 an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Sanger approving Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment No 2026 -01 for pre -annexation zoning from Fresno County’s AE -20 (Exclusive Agriculture) to the City’s RSC (Recreation, Schools, and Conservation) zone district for approximately

11.42 acres located on the south side of North Avenue between Indianola and Bethel Avenues (APN 332-080-40)

2. SUBJECT: Highway Safety Improvement Program Project Proposed Crosswalk Removals – Jensen & Hawley Avenues and Jensen & Oatman Avenues
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council conduct a public hearing and, at the conclusion of the hearing, authorize Staff to remove the existing marked crosswalks at two intersections as part of the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Cycle 11 project, which is going to construction this Spring/Summer. The intersections are Jensen & Hawley and Jensen & Oatman.

J. C ITY MANAGER/STAFF COMMUNIC ATION
K
. REPORTS AND MATTERS INITIATED BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS (This portion of the meeting is reserved for the Mayor and Council Members (i) to make brief reports on boards, committees, and other public agencies, and at public events, (ii) to 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.)
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L. 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 this 27th Day of February 2026.

L ina Martinez, 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 AVAILABILITY OF AGENDA DOCUMENTS. Writings related to the agenda are available at Sanger City Hall, 1700 7th 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.

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Minutes for Special Council Meeting
TH
URSDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2026
5:00 PM

COUNCIL CHAMBER
1700 7TH Street, Sanger, California 93657
A. CAL

L TO ORDER
The
Special Meeting of the City Council was called to order at 5:26 PM.

B. RO

LL CALL
Pr
esent: Mayor Frank Gonzalez, Council Member Michael Montelongo, Council Member Melendez
Ab
sent: Mayor pro tem Martinez, Council Member Esmeralda Hurtado ATT
ENDANCE: Mayor pro tem Martinez arrived at 5:32 p.m.

C. AGE

NDA APPROVAL
The
Council by motion of Council Member Melendez approved the agenda as posted. The motion was seconded by Council Member Montelongo, and approved by the following vote:

AYE
S: GONZALEZ, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: MARTINEZ, HURTADO
D. PUB

LIC FORUM - NONE
E. CL

OSED SESSION
Th
e Council adjourned to Closed Session at 5:12 pm.

1. Pur
suant to Government Code Section 54957.6

CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Agency designated representatives: Shelline Bennett, Lead Negotiator, Amanda Champion, HR Manager. Employee Organizations: Sanger Middle Management Organization, Unrepresented/Confidential Employees and Executive Employees G-1
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February 19, 2026

2. Conference with Legal Counsel – Pending Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1).

Case: Gardeazabal v. City of Sanger, Fresno County Superior Court Case No. 25CECG04536 (Bane Act, battery, and torts)
T
he Council reconvened the Special Meeting at 6:02 pm.

F. C

ITY ATTORNEY REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
N
o reportable Action
G. A

DJOURNMENT
B
eing no further business, the Council adjourned their Special Meeting at 6:02 pm.

A
TTEST:
____
Lina Martinez, City Clerk
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Minutes for Regular Council Meeting

THURSDAY , FEBRUARY 19, 2026
6:00 PM

COUNCIL CHAMBER
1700 7TH Street, Sanger, California 93657
A. CALL TO ORDER

The City Council called its meeting to order at 6:02 pm.

B. OPENING CEREMONIES

The invocation was offered by Pastor Jacob Zailian

The flag salute was led by Mayor Frank Gonzalez.

Roll Call:

Present: Mayor Frank Gonzalez, Mayor pro tem Daniel Martinez, Council Member Michael Montelongo, Council Member Dolores Melendez

Absent: Council Member Esmeralda Hurtado

C. AGENDA APPROVAL, ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS

The Council by motion of Council Member Melendez approved the agenda as posted. The motion was seconded by Council Member Montelongo and approved by the following vote:

AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: HURTADO

D. PUBLIC FORUM

Eleven members of the public spoke

E. CONSENT CALENDAR
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B
y motion of Council Member Montelongo, the Council approved all Consent Calendar Items with the exceptions of items E-2, E-3, E-7 and E-9. The motion was seconded by Mayor pro tem Martinez and passed by the following vote:

AY
ES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: HURTADO

1. SU
BJECT: APPROVED-Minutes of Regular Council Meeting and Special Meeting held on February 5, 2026

4. SU
BJECT: APPROVED-Fire Department Monthly Report-January 2026

5. SU
BJECT: APPROVED-Police Department Monthly Report-January 2026

6. S
UBJECT: APPROVED-Receipt of Update on Emergency Repairs at Wastewater Treatment Plant Pursuant to Resolution No. 2025 -95 and Request to Continue Declaration of Emergency. (Resolution 2026-11)

8. SU
BJECT: APPROVED-Water Valve Assessment Project
I
tem E-2 Pulled by Resident Rocha

2. SUBJECT: APPROVED-Payroll for the month of January, including Direct Deposit Nos. 68711 through 69098, Payroll Check Nos. 60744 through 60782, and Benefit Check Nos. 2182 through 2189.

P
ublic Comment
None
The Council by motion of Mayor pro tem Martinez to approve item E-2. The motion was seconded by Council Member Montelongo and approved by the following vote:

AY
ES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: HURTADO
I
tem E-3 Pulled by Resident Rocha
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3. SUBJECT: INFORMATIONAL-Warrants, including Check Nos. 96331 through 96534, for the month of January 2026.

Public Comment
None

Item E-7 and E-9 Pulled by Resident Rocha

7. SUBJECT: APPROVED-Authorization for Out of State Travel – Water Operations Manager

9. SUBJECT: APPROVED-Out of State Travel Request-FIRE

Public Comment
None
The Council by motion of Mayor pro tem Martinez to approve item E-7 and E-9. The motion was seconded by Council Member Melendez and approved by the following vote:

AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: HURTADO

F. DEPARTMENT REPORTS

1. SUBJECT: APPROVED-Review and Acceptance of the City of Sanger – Industrial Pretreatment Program Local Limits Evaluation Report

Public Comment
One member of the public spoke
The Council by motion of Council Member Montelongo to approve item F-1. The motion was seconded by Mayor pro tem Martinez and approved by the following vote:

AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: HURTADO

G. PUBLIC HEARING
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Opened at 7:04 pm

1. SUBJECT: Initiation of Annexation of Real Property for Regional Storm Drain Facility – Property located on the South Side of North Avenue Between Indianola and Bethel Avenues (APN 332-080-40). (Resolution 2026-12 & Ordinance 2026-02)

Public Comment
None
Closed at 7:08 pm

The Council by motion of Council Member Montelongo to approve item G-1, subtopic (a) Resolution 2026-12 and subtopic (b) Ordinance 2026-02. The motion was seconded by Mayor pro tem Martinez and approved by the following vote:

AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: HURTADO

H. CITY MANAGER/STAFF COMMUNICATION

• Updates given by City Manager, Nathan Olson
• Presentation given by Raymond Martin regarding the Water Treatment Plan

F. REPORTS AND MATTERS INITIATED BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS

• Updates given by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, Council Member Melendez, Council Member Montelongo and Mayor Gonzalez

G. ADJOURNMENT

Being no further business, the Council adjourned their meeting at 7:36 pm.

ATTEST:

Lina Martinez, City Clerk

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Prepared by: Raymond Martin____ Approved by: _____________________

REVIEW: City Manager: ______ Finance: _______ City Attorney: ______ TYPE OF ITEM: COUNCIL ACTION:  APPROVED  DENIED  NO ACTION _X__ Consent
____ Info Item
_X__ Action Item
____ Department Report
____ Redevelopment Agency

____ Public Hearing
____ Matter Initiated by a Council Member
____ Other
____ Continued to: __________

For the Meeting of: March 5, 2026
Agenda Item No.: G-2

CITY OF SANGER

REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL

To: Mayor and City Council M embers
From: Nathan Olson, City Manager
Subject: Receipt of Update on Emergency Repairs at Wastewater Treatment Plant Pursuant to Resolution No. 2026-11 and Request to Continue Declaration of Emergency
Attachments:

1. Resolution No. 2026-11 and Resolution No. 2026-13
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:

None known.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommend that the City Council adopt Resolution 2026-13, Continuing the Declaration of Emergency in connection with Emergency Repairs at the Domestic/Industrial Treatment Facilities under Resolution 2026-11.

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. 2026-11 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.

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B
ACKGROUND:
• 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.
• A
ugust 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 H
eadworks.
• 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. • A
pril 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. • M
ay 2025: Clarifiers are being prepped for their extensive rehab and epoxy coatings. Distribution box #7 was rehabbed and epoxied.
• Ju
ne 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 n
ecessity 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. • Ju
ly/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 PAGE 12
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.
• September 4, 2025: City Council renewed the proclamation of emergency. The renewal emphasized the necessity for continued immediate repairs without formal competitive requirements. Reference Resolution 2025-72.
• September 18, 2025 : Diamond Weld Industries met with the City and went over scope to demolition the existing sludge tank and fabricate a new one on site. Work is scheduled to begin September 29,2025 and will la
st approximately 3 weeks. VIS finalized their cleaning operations of the Digester. Rockeez began the process of repairing and replacing piping, valves and gauges on the Digester as well as mobilizing for the Digester Dome rehab project. Clarifier #2 warranty work commenced and is scheduled for completion September 21 & 22, 2025. City Council renewed the proclamation of emergency. The renewal emphasized the necessity for continued immediate repairs without formal competitive requirements. Reference Resolution 2025-75.
• September 19, 2025: Clarifier #2 was reinforced with a chicken wire concrete bottom and then Mainstay coating was applied. The Mainstay has cured, and the mechanicals components and arms will be reinstalled 9/23. Ongoing repair and replacing of piping, valves and gauges on the Digester. Several parts on order and completion date depended on the arrival of said parts.
• September 30, 2025: Clarifier #2 is back in service. The sludge tank is demolished, and materials are being brought for the onsite construction of the new tank to begin on 10/2. • October 2, 2025: City Council renewed the proclamation of emergency. The renewal emphasized the necessity for continued immediate repairs without formal competitive requirements. Reference Resolution 2025-79.
• October 13, 2025: Clarifier 2 was previously taken out of service for warranty repairs and is now back in service. Sludge Tank is complete and undergoing testing. Thickener Clarifier and Digester Dome rehabilitation are still on schedule for November 2025. • October 16, 2025: City Council renewed the proclamation of emergency. The renewal emphasized the necessity for continued immediate repairs without formal competitive requirements. Reference Resolution 2025-82.
• October 20, 2025: Contractor commenced scaffolding set up for Digester Dome Rehab and the Draining of Thickener Clarifier commenced, with sludge temporarily routed to the sludge drying beds. • November 4, 2025: Contractor commenced sandblasting of Digester in preparation for epoxy coating. The Thickener Clarifier is offline, and the mechanicals have been removed in preparation for sandblasting and epoxy. The mechanical components will need to be fabricated and repaired. • November 6, 2025: City Council renewed the proclamation of emergency. The renewal emphasized the necessity for continued immediate repairs without formal competitive requirements. Reference Resolution 2025-86.
• November 20, 2025: Scaffolding scheduled to be removed first week in December . Working to fix piping, gauges and meters. Working to get quotes for DAF, Roughing Filter and Clarifier

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• November 25, 2025: Scaffolding removed. Repairs to Digester still ongoing with parts on order. • D
ecember 2, 2025: Received quote for Thickener rebuild in stainless steel , $55,380.43. Repairing and replacing the skimmer arms, rakes and column with stainless steel extends the lifespan of these critical components. Stainless steel resists rust and chemical attack far better than carbon steel, especially in wastewater environments where exposure to moisture, sludge, and chemicals is constant. • December 4, 2025: City Council renewed the proclamation of emergency. The renewal emphasized the necessity for continued immediate repairs without formal competitive requirements. Reference Resolution 2025-89.
• December 2025: Digester columns repaired and dome is epoxy sealed. Repairs are underway for the valves, meters, cracked lines and plugged lines. SCADA PLC programming is complete, upgrade progress meeting set for January 8
th. Thickener Clarifier work continues.
• December 18, 2025: City Council renewed the proclamation of emergency. The renewal emphasized the necessity for continued immediate repairs without formal competitive requirements. Reference Resolution 2025-95.
• January 2026: VIS inspected Digester piping and found a significant portion is still usable, which will reduce the extra amount of repairs and additional cost needed to replace piping. Approximately 60% of the Thickener Clarifier project is completed.
• January 12, 2026: Telstar performed fiber optics terminations and is working with the City’s IT, Unity, to verify the fiber optics connections for the new PLC cutovers and system. PLC Cutover’s for PLC B a nd
I
ndustrial began 1/27/2026 and the next follow up meeting is scheduled for 2/3/2026. • Jan
uary 29, 2026: Telstar has completed approximately 45% of the SCADA upgrades. Work is still expected to be completed by end of March 2026. Rockeez is custom fabricating parts for the Thickener Clarifier and staff are working to replace several broken valves.
• February 2026: As work on the Digester is wrapping up, staff will be seeking an outside expert consultant to assist in the start up of the Digester as well as train staff for proper use and maintenance. Staff are working to bring a contract and quote for the DAF unit repairs and coating. • February 23, 2026: Thickener valves are being installed with custom fabricated column. Last step is to clean piping and place back into service. SCADA upgrades continue with bi-weekly update meetings. New 4k monitors installed for both Water and Wastewater SCADA display. Digester work continues.

Note: Due to the age and condition of existing infrastructure at the Wastewater Treatment Facility, additional deficiencies may be identified as work progresses. As such, all dates and milestones are subject to revision in response to emerging operational needs, safety considerations, or unforeseen complications.

RE
ASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

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T
hese emergency repairs are critical to ensure the protection of health, safety, and welfare of City residents and to protect the Wastewater Treatment Facilities. The City’s Domestic and Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant are still undergoing critical maintenance and repair. Remaining tasks include cleaning, inspecting, repairing, and applying new epoxy remaining clarifiers, the thickener, and the DAF unit coating and repairs, inspecting, repairing, and replacing the decayed lines leading from Headworks as well as refurbishing. Additionally, as repair and maintenance efforts progress, previously unanticipated deficiencies and infrastructure issues have continued to emerge, necessitating immediate attention to prevent further system degradation and ensure uninterrupted plant operations.

F
ISCAL IMPACT:

T
he exact 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.

A
ny 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.

AL
TERNATIVES:

No
recommended alternatives. Until all repairs and maintenance are done, the Wastewater Treatment Plant remains non-compliant.

ACT
IONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

Per the Resolution, Staff will provide Council updates and seek ratification of any contracts at those meetings.

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ATTACHMENT 1

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026.II

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 FACILITY

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 serves as the Director of Emergency Services and 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 February 5,2026, pursuant to Resolution No. 2026-041' 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 Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system needs upgrading, and the status of the needed repairs include cleaning, inspecting, repairing, and applying new epoxy to anaerobic digester including DAF Unit, clarifiers, the thickener, and, 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 pu{poses, 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.

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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 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 and Industrial Wastewater 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.

Section 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.

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 lgth day of February 2026, and approved by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ
NONE
NONE

HURTADO
ATTEST:

Martinez, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-13
A RE

SOLUTION 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
W
HEREAS, the City of Sanger operates the Sanger Domestic Wastewater Treatment Facility and the Industrial Wastewater Treatment Facility (hereafter “Domestic and Industrial Wastewater Facilities”); and
W
HEREAS, the City Manager serves as the Director of Emergency Services and 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 W
HEREAS, the City Council approved and renewed the Director of Emergency Services’ determination on February 19, 2026, pursuant to Resolution No. 2026-11; 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 WH
EREAS, 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 W
HEREAS, the existing Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition ( SCADA) system needs upgrading, and the status of the needed repairs include cleaning, inspecting, repairing, and applying new epoxy to anaerobic digester including DAF Unit , clarifiers , the thickener, and, inspecting, repairing, and replacing the decayed lines leading from Headworks as well as refurbishing; and
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HEREAS, 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.

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ection 1. The recitals herein are incorporated herein by reference.

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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 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 and Industrial Wastewater Facility.

Section 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.

Section 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.

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 5
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AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

ATTEST:

Lina Martinez, City Clerk

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For the Meeting of: March 5, 2026
Agenda Item No.: G-3

CITY OF SANGER

REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
To: Mayor and Councilmembers
From: Nathan Olson, City Manager
Subject: Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Fresno County Rural Transit Agency (FCRTA) for Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program Improvements and Micro transit Services
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COMMENDATION:

That the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Fresno County Rural Transit Agency for capital improvements and micro transit services funded through the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

The City of Sanger has been awarded Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program funding from the California Department of Housing and Community Development for improvements associated with a housing project located at 1310 Faller Avenue. The proposed MOU establishes the terms under which FCRTA will serve as a subrecipient of these funds to provide capital improvements and microtransit services at the project site.

Under the agreement, FCRTA will install a microgrid system, procure an electric vehicle, and provide microtransit services or transit passes for residents. The City will reimburse FCRTA up to $800,000 upon completion of eligible work. The MOU term is three years, with the option for extension of up to two additional years by written amendment.

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BACKGROUND:

The AHSC Program supports projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions by integrating affordable housing with transportation and energy improvements.

The City of Sanger was awarded AHSC funding as the primary recipient for a housing development project at 1310 Faller Avenue. As part of the project, transportation and energy infrastructure improvements are required to enhance mobility options for residents and support sustainable operations.

FCRTA will act as a subrecipient to implement the transit-related components of the project, which include:
- Installation of a localized battery energy storage system (“microgrid”) and Level 2 electric vehicle charging station
- Procurement of one electric vehicle for service at the project site - Provision of micro transit services and/or transit passes for residents - Ongoing operations beginning no later than January 1, 2027 and continuing through the term of the agreement
REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

Approval of the MOU is necessary to implement required transit and energy components associated with the AHSC grant award. FCRTA possesses the operational expertise and infrastructure necessary to deliver micro transit services and associated capital improvements efficiently and in compliance with grant requirements.

Entering into this agreement will ensure compliance with State funding conditions, advance the City’s sustainability and mobility goals, improve transportation access for residents, and support long-term reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The City will reimburse FCRTA up to $800,000 for eligible work completed under the MOU. Funding for this reimbursement is provided through the AHSC Program and is included in the project’s approved funding allocation. No additional impact to the City’s General Fund is anticipated.

ALTERNATIVES:

Do not approve the MOU, which could jeopardize compliance with AHSC funding requirements and delay or prevent implementation of the transportation components of the project.

ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

City staff will execute the MOU and coordinate with FCRTA to administer funding, oversee implementation of capital improvements, monitor service delivery, and ensure compliance with AHSC Program requirements.

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MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

BETWEEN FRESNO COUNTY RURAL TRANSIT AGENCY
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CITY OF SANGER

This Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) is made and entered into by and between the Fresno County Rural Transit Agency, a California joint powers agency (“FCRTA”) and the City of Sanger, a California municipal corporation and general law city (“CITY”). FCRTA and CITY are each a “Party” and collectively “Parties” to this MOU.

WHEREAS, CITY OF SANGER was awarded and is the primary recipient for certain Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program funding (“AHSC Funding”) from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”); and

WHEREAS, FCRTA is a subrecipient of the AHSC Funding for the FCRTA scope which includes certain capital improvements and microtransit services to be provided at the project site located at 1310 Faller Ave, Sanger CA 93657 (“Project Site”); and

WHEREAS, CITY OF SANGER has agreed to disperse AHSC Funding to FCRTA for their respective portion of the AHSC Funding according to the terms set forth below.; and

WHEREAS, the Parties have mutually negotiated this MOU.

NOW THEREFORE, and in consideration of the foregoing and of the mutual promises herein expressed, and intending to be legally bound thereby, the Parties do mutually agree as follows:

1. Purpose. The purpose of this MOU is to establish terms and conditions in connection with certain capital improvements provided by FCRTA, funded by a portion of the AHSC Funding and reimbursed by the CITY to FCRTA.

2. Term of MOU. This MOU is effective December 19, 2025 and shall remain in full force and effect for three years unless earlier terminated under subsection 7.A of this MOU or the term is extended by written modification in accordance with the provisions of subsection

7.C of this MOU.

3. FCRTA Obligations. FCRTA agrees to perform the following tasks prior to requesting reimbursement:

A. Microgrid. By June 30, 2026, FCRTA shall install a localized distributed energy resource storage system (i.e., a “microgrid” system), consisting of one (1) battery energy storage system and one (1) Level 2 electric vehicle charging system at the Project Site.

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B. Electric Vehicle. By June 30, 2026, FCRTA shall procure, if necessary, and provide one (1) electric vehicle to be made reasonably available for microtransit service operations pursuant to subsection 3.C this MOU.

C. Operations. Beginning not later than January 1, 2027 and continuing through the term of this MOU, FCRTA shall use the electric vehicle provided for in subsection

3.B of this MOU to provide microtransit services at the Project Site and/or shall provide transit passes to residents at the Project Site.

4. CITY Obligations. CITY agrees to reimburse the FCRTA in the amount of $800,000, in accordance with the terms of this MOU, and the Exhibit 1, within thirty (30) days following a written representation by FCRTA that it has performed the work and is entitled to reimbursement. CITY’s obligation to reimburse FCRTA under this Section 4 survives termination of this agreement.

5. Indemnity. The CITY and FCRTA each shall ho ld harmless, and indemnify the other Party and its respective governing board, offi cers, directors, employees, authorized agents, contractors, and subcontractors from and against any and all clai ms, damages, lo sses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ and expert witness fees and costs) that arise out of or as a result of any negligent act or omission or willful misconduct of the indemnifying Party or its governing board, officers, directors, employees, authorized agents, contractors or subcontractors in carrying out the indemnifying Party's obligations under this Agreement, except to the extent that such expense, liability or claim is proximately caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the Party indemnified or its governing board, offi cers, directors, employees, authorized agents, contractors, or subcontractors. This Section 5 survives termination of this agreement.

6. Insurance. By endorsement to the general liability insurance policy evidenced by FCRTA, CITY, its officers, and employees shall be named as additional insureds for all liability arising from this Contract.

7. General Provisions.

A. Early Termination. This MOU may be terminated upon thirty (30) days’ written notice by either P
arty. In the event of early termination, CITY shall pay FCRTA, within thirty (30) days following termination, for all work performed up to the date of termination. The foregoing sentence survives termination of this agreement.

B. Notices. All notices provided for or permitted under this MOU must be in writing and delivered either by personal service, by first-class United States mail, by an overnight commercial courier service, or as a PDF attachment to an email sent to the addresses provided below:

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FCRTA
Attn: FCRTA General Manager
2035 Tulare St., Suite 201
Fresno, CA 93721

Email: delcampo
@fresnocog.org
CITY
Attn: City Manager
1700 7
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Sanger, CA 93657

Email: Nathan.olson
@ci.sanger.ca.us

Any Party may change its address for receipt of notice by providing notice of that change as provided in this subsection 7.B. Notice is effective as follows:

i. A notice delivered by personal service is effective upon service to the recipient. ii. A notice delivered by first-class United States mail is effective three business days after deposit in the United States mail, postage prepaid, addressed to the recipient.
iii. A notice delivered by an overnight commercial courier service is effective one County business day after deposit with the overnight commercial courier service, delivery fees prepaid, with delivery instructions given for next day delivery, addressed to the recipient.
iv. A notice delivered by email is effective when sent, if the email is sent between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm on a business day. If sent outside the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm on a business day, a notice delivered by email becomes effective on the first business day following.

C. Amendments. Either party may request changes to this MOU. Any changes, modifications, revisions or amendments to this MOU which are mutually agreed upon by and between the parties to this MOU shall be incorporated by written instrument, and effective when executed and signed by all parties to this MOU. The FCRTA General Manager and the CITY Manager are hereby authorized to approve an amendment to this MOU solely extending the term of this Agreement by no more than two (2) years.

D. Applicable Law and Venue. The construction, interpretation and enforcement of this MOU shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. The courts of the State of California shall have jurisdiction over any action arising out of this MOU and over the parties, and the venue shall be the Fresno County, California

E. Entirety of Agreement. This MOU represents the entire and integrated agreement between the Parties and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations and agreements, whether written or oral.

F. Binding MOU. This MOU is binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of any successors or assigns of the Parties.

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requirements or procedures provided by law, including the Government Claims Act (Division 3.6 of Title 1 of the Government Code, beginning with section 810).

H. Interpretation. If any part of this MOU is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be unlawful or otherwise unenforceable, the balance of this MOU remains in full force and effect, and the Parties shall make best efforts to replace the unlawful or unenforceable part of this MOU with lawful and enforceable terms intended to accomplish the Parties’ original intent.

I. Section Headings. Section headings are provided for convenience only and are not part of this MOU.

J. No Third-Party Beneficiaries. This MOU does not and is not intended to create any rights or obligations for any person or entity except for the Parties.

K. Authority. Each Party represents and warrants that the individual signing this MOU is duly authorized to do so and their signature on this MOU legally binds that Party to the terms of this MOU.

L. Counterparts. This MOU may be signed in counterparts, each of which is an original, and all of which together constitute this MOU.

(Signature page follows.)

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this MOU the ______day of ___________, 2026.

FRESNO COUNTY RURAL TRANSIT
AGENCY
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JANELLE DEL CAMPO, General Manager
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM:

DOUGLAS T. SLOAN, County Counsel
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BRYAN D. ROME, Senior Deputy County
Counsel

CITY OF SANGER
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NATHAN OLSON, City Manager

APPROVE
D AS TO LEGAL FORM:
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CITY OF SANGER Legal Counsel
January 5, 2026
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Prepared by: Joshua Goggins Approved by: ________________________

REVIEW: City Manager: ______ Finance: _______ City Attorney: ______ TYPE OF ITEM: COUNCIL ACTION:  APPROVED  DENIED  NO ACTION _ __ Consent
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For the Meeting of: March 5, 2026
Agenda Item No. H-1

CITY OF SANGER

REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL

To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Dr. Joshua Goggins, Community Development Director Subject: Agreement between the County of Fresno and City of Sanger to permit limited development of property in process of annexation (Tentative Tract Map No. 6493).

Attachments:

1. County-City Agreement

2. Resolution No. 2026-14

3. Project Site Map

4. Resolution No. 2025-05

5. Resolution No. 2025-06

6. Resolution No. 2025-81

RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute the “Agreement Between County of Fresno and City of Sanger to Permit Limited Development of Property in Process of Annexation,” specifically for the project identified as Tentative Tract Map No. 6493, pursuant to Fresno County Ordinance Code Section

15.04.140.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

The City of Sanger is currently in the final stages of annexing a residential development project known as Tentative Tract Map No. 6493. While the City Council has already approved the project’s entitlements (General Plan Amendment, Rezoning, and Tentative Map), the legal annexation process with the Fresno County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo) is still pending recordation.

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development” activities. Because the property is technically still under County jurisdiction until the LAFCo process is finalized, Fresno County requires this formal agreement. This document serves as a legal bridge, allowing the developer to proceed with grading and infrastructure installation under City standards while indemnifying the County from liability. This is a standard procedural step used to ensure housing projects remain on schedule during the transitional period of annexation.

BACKGROUND:

On October 16, 2025, the City Council took formal action to approve Resolution No. 2025-80. This action was comprehensive, adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and approving the primar y entitlements for Tentative Tract Map No. 6493. Following that approval, City staff initiated the reorganization and annexation request to bring the project site officially into the City of Sanger’s corporate limits.

The Fresno County Ordinance Code (Section 15.04.140) recognizes that the time required to complete a formal annexation can often stall shovel -ready housing projects. To mitigate this, the County allows for limited development permits to be issued if the City and County enter into a specific agreement.

Under the terms of the attached agreement , the City of Sanger must certify in writing that all onsite and offsite improvements (such as, but not limited to, streets, sewers, and water lines) satisfy the City of Sanger’s municipal ordinances and engineering standards. Furthermore, the City agrees to enforce these standards throughout the construction process and assume full responsibility for the project once the annexation is officially recorded. Finally, the agreement includes a hold harmless provision tha t protects the County from any claims or liabilities arising from development activities that occur before the land officially changes jurisdiction.

REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

Authorizing this agreement is critical for maintaining the momentum of Sanger’s residential growth.

Construction seasons in the Central Valley are often dictated by weather windows; delaying grading and underground utility work until the final LAFCo recordation could push the project back by several months or even a full year. By executing this document, the City ensures that the project is built to Sanger’s specific municipal standards from day one, even while the land is technically under County oversight. This eliminates the risk of “substandard” infrastructure being built and later handed over to the City.

Furthermore, it demonstrates the City's commitment to supporting developers who are actively working to increase the local housing supply.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No fiscal impact.

ALTERNATIVES:

An alternative is denial of authorization, in that, the City Council could decline to sign the agreement.

This would force the developer to wait until the LAFCo annexation is fully recorded (which could take several more months) before pulling any permits. This is not recommended as it unnecessarily delays the project. An additional alternative is for the City Council to request agreement modifications. More specifically, the City Council could request specific changes to be made to certain facets of the agreement; however, this is a standard County form, and significant changes would likely require additional legal review by both City and County Counsel, further delaying the project.

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pon City Council authorization, the City Manage r and City Attorney will execute the Agreement. Once executed, these documents will be forwarded to the Fresno County Department of Public Works and Planning.

At that point, the City’s involvement is complete, and the County will facilitate the necessary approvals for the developer to begin site work for Tentative Tract Map No. 6493.

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THIS AGREEMENT is entered into this fifth day of March 2026, by and between the COUNTY OF FRESNO, a political subdivision of the State of California, (hereinafter “COUNTY”) and the CITY OF SANGER, (hereinafter “CITY”), a municipal corporation of the State of California.

W I T N E S S E T H:

WHEREAS, on October 16, 2026, CITY approved Resolution N o. 2025-81, which approved the Project consisting of General Plan Amendment No. 2024- 01, Pre- Annexation Rezoning, and Tentative Tract Map No. 6493 also referred to as the “Project.” A true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2025-81 is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference as Exhibit “A".

WHEREAS, Resolution No. 2025-81 also adopted a n Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for General Plan Amendment No. 2024- 01, Pre -Annexation Rezoning, and Tentative Tract Map No. 6493, and City represents that it complied with the requirements of applicable law, including but not limited to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in approving the Project.

WHEREAS, the real property covered by the Project consisting of General Plan Amendment No. 2024- 01, Pre- Annexation Rezoning, and Tentative Tract Map No. 6493 (the “Property”), is located within the unincorporated territory of the Fresno County, but within the Sphere of Influence of the CITY. A true and correct copy of the legal description of the Property is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference as Exhibit “B”.

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WHEREAS, on 10/16/2026 CITY adopted Resolution No. 2025-81 requesting a proposed reorganization that includes the annexation of the Property into the CITY. A true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2025- 81 is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference as Exhibit “C”.

WHEREAS, on 03/05/2026 CITY filed a resolution of application “the “Resolution of Application”) with the Fresno County Local Agency Formation Commission (“LAFCo”), requesting approval of a proposed reorganization to annex the Property to the CITY. A true and correct copy of the Resolution of Application is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference as Exhibit “D”.

WHEREAS, the owner of the Property is G4 Properties, LTD (the “Owner”).

WHEREAS, CITY has informed COUNTY that the Project to be constructed on the Property, includes a residential lot subdivision of approximately 78 acres consistent with General Plan Amendment No. 2024-01, Pre-Annexation Rezoning, and Tentative Tract Map No. 6493, the precise, engineered plans for which have been submitted to the CITY’s Planning and Building Department; and WHEREAS, section 15.04.140 of the Fresno County Ordinance Code, permits, at the election of an owner or permittee, construction activities and improvements, limited to underground utilities, grading, street improvements and model home construction for residential development and/or underground utilities, grading and street improvements for other than residential development on any parcel of land in any zoning district within the unincorporated area of the COUNTY , to be exempted from the provisions of Chapter 15.04 of the Fresno County Ordinance Code, when certain conditions exist; and
WHEREAS, COUNTY and CITY desire to enter into a written agreement to provide for the satisfaction of the requirements Section 15.04.140 of the Fresno County Ordinance Code.
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NOW, THEREFORE, for good and value consideration the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged by the parties hereto, the COUNTY and CITY hereby agree as follows:

1. RECITALS.

The foregoing recitals are true and correct.

2. OWNER’S REQUEST THAT CITY ISSUE PERMITS.

The CITY represents that the Owner has requested that the CITY issue permits to allow the Owner to engage in the underground utilities, grading, street improvements and model home construction for residential development and/or underground utilities, grading and street improvements for other than residential development (the “Improvements”), prior to annexation of the Property to the CITY.

3. EXERCISE OF JOINT POWERS.

It is the mutual intent of the CITY and COUNTY that, subject to the provisions of Section 15.04.140 of the Fresno County Ordinance Code, and the provisions of this Agreement, the CITY shall have the authority, and the sole obligation, to enforce each and every ordinance adopted by the CITY (the “Ordinances”), as well as State and Federal laws and regulations relating to construction of structures and division of land, to ensure that any and all Improvements constructed on, in, or about the Property prior to annexation of the Property to the CITY, shall comply with such Ordinances, laws, and regulations. To that end, the CITY and COUNTY acknowledge and agree that they each have the authority, under their respective police powers conferred upon each of them under California Constitution, Article XI, section 7, to enforce within their respective limits all local, police, sanitary, and other ordinances and regulations not in conflict with general laws, and that under the Joint Exercise of Powers Act, Government Code section 6500 et seq., they may agree that the CITY shall be enabled and required to enforce such PAGE 33

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Ordinances, and State and Federal laws and regulation within such area proposed for annexation into the City pursuant to such police powers in such area, which such area is presently in the unincorporated area of Fresno County, and that such authority is hereby conferred upon the City under this Agreement.

4. CITY’S COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW
T he CITY agrees to abide by the provisions of the Chapter 15.04 of the Fresno County Ordinance Code, including the provisions of Section 15.04.140 thereof, with respect to the Property. The CITY shall require in connection with the issuance of the aforementioned permits that the Owner or permittee shall comply with all CITY ordinances, State and Federal laws, and regulations relating to construction of structures and division of land, including the securement of permits as would be required as if the Property were within the incorporated area of the CITY. CITY shall also comply with the requirements of CEQA prior to the issuance of permits for Improvements allowed by this Agreement. For the purposes of compliance with CEQA prior to the issuance of such permits, CITY and COUNTY agree that CITY shall serve as the lead agency.

5. CERTIFICATION OF CITY BUILDING OFFICIAL.

W ithin five (5) CITY business days of the date this Agreement is signed by the authorized representative of the COUNTY on behalf of the COUNTY (hereafter referred to as the “Effective Date of this Agreement”), the CITY’s building official shall certify in writing to COUNTY that each of the I mprovements constructed on , in, or about the Property prior to annexation of the Property to the CITY will meet all CITY ordinances upon annexation of the Property in to the City, and that the CITY will enforce the provisions thereof pursuant to the City’s Ordinances, and applicable State and Federal laws and regulations relating to construction of structures and division of land. The CITY agrees that the COUNTY may rely on the statements made in this PAGE 34

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Certification and is not required to independently investigate or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made by the CITY’s Building Official in such written certification. The written certification shall be made by using the form attached hereto as Exhibit “E”, which incorporated herein by reference.

6. STOP WORK ORDERS.

If the CITY issues permits for the Improvements prior to annexation of the Property to the CITY , the CITY’s Building Official shall issue a stop work order for the work authorized by such permits if any of the following occur:

A. The annexation proceedings requested by CITY by the Resolution of Application, are not completed within one hundred twenty (120) days from the Effective Date of this Agreement , subject to the provisions of Secti on 7 of this Agreement.

B. Annexation of the Property to the CITY is denied by the LAFCo.

C. The construction of the Improvements does not comply with the CITY ordinances.

Within five (5) CITY business days of the issuance of a stop work order, the CITY shall deliver a true and correct copy of the stop work order to the COUNTY , accompanied by a notice referencing this Agreement.

If the Owner and other parties subject to the stop work order do not comply with the stop work order, CITY shall promptly take all actions necessary to ensure compliance with that order, including but not limited to initiating and prosecuting litigation against any person or persons in violation of the order to ensure compliance.

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County Ordinance Code shall be born e solely by the CITY . Thereafter, any further construction on the Property shall be in accordance with Title 15 of the Fresno County Ordinance Code.

7. EXTENSIONS OF TIME.

To the extent permitted by section 15.04.140 of the Fresno County Ordinance Code, the COUNTY’s building official, upon receipt of a written request from the CITY building official prior to the expiration specified by Section 6.A, may grant up to two (2) individual extensions of time to complete annexation proceedings not to exceed thirty (30) days each. If the COUNTY building official grants two such thirty (30) day extensions to the CITY, and annexation proceedings are not completed within a total of a one hundred eighty (180) day period from the Effective Date of this Agreement , a request for additional time to complete the annexation may be made to, and may, in its sole and exclusive discretion, be approved by the Fresno County Board of Supervisors. A request for extension made to the Board of Supervisors must be made prior to the expiration a total of a one hundred eighty (180) day period from the Effective Date of this Agreement.

8. CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL OF ANNEXATION.

Within five (5 ) CITY business days of approval by LAFCo of the annexation of the Property to the CITY, the CITY shall transmit a true and correct copy of the executed Certificate of Completion to the COUNTY.

9. CITY’S INDEMNIFICATION OF COUNTY.

The CITY hereby agrees to save, indemnify, hold harmless and, at COUNTY’s request, defend COUNTY, its officers, agents, and employees, from and against all legal actions of whatever form, expenses, demands, liabilities, claims, costs (including but not limited to court costs and attorney’s fees), or damages of any nature whatsoever occurring or resulting to COUNTY, including, but not limited to, an award of attorney’s fees and costs to the person, organization or entity bringing the cause of PAGE 36

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action, or their officers, agents, and employees, arising from, resulting from, or in connection the performance, or failure to perform, of CITY, its officers, agents, or employees under this Agreement.

When defending COUNTY, CITY shall pay all attorneys’ fees and costs related to the defense in any action brought against the COUNTY. CITY shall defend COUNTY through counsel selected by CITY and shall keep the COUNTY fully informed as to the progress of such defense. COUNTY shall cooperate with CITY in the defense of the claim.

10. NOTIFICATIONS AND COOPERATION BY COUNTY.

COUNTY shall notify CITY within seven (7) COUNTY business days of its receipt of any demand, claim, action, proceeding, or litigation in which COUNTY is to be indemnified and held harmless by CITY . If COUNTY requests that CITY defend COUNTY, it shall notify CITY in writing within ten (10) COUNTY business days of its receipt of any such demand, claim, action, proceeding, or litigation. COUNTY shall cooperate in such defense.

11. COUNTY PARTICIPATION IN DEFENSE.

Nothing contained herein shall prohibit COUNTY, in its sole discretion, from participating in the defense of any demand, claim, action, proceeding, or litigation over and above representation by legal counsel hired by CITY, or from participating in the defense of any demand, claim, action, proceeding, or litigation . If COUNTY elects to also defend, it shall do so in good faith and COUNTY shall bear its attorney’s fees and cost s. Except as otherwise provided in this paragraph, in no event shall COUNTY’s participation in the defense of any demand, claim, action, proceeding, or litigation affect the obligations imposed upon CITY in Section 9 of this Agreement. ///
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12. INSURANCE.

CITY agrees that, during the term of this Agreement, CITY shall ensure that its activities under this Agreement shall be covered by CITY’s Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority (CSJVRMA) , applying to such activities such minimum coverages and amounts thereof, and maximum deductibles, as are required or provided for CITY’s operations, and that CITY shall, if requested from time to time by COUNTY, provide written evidence of such Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority (CSJVRMA), to COUNTY in such form and manner that would be reasonably satisfactory to COUNTY.

13. N ON-ASSIGNMENT.

Neither party shall assign, transfer or sub-contract this Agreement nor their rights or duties under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other party.

14. MODIFICATION.

Any matters of this Agreement may be modified from time to time by the written consent of all the parties without, in any way, affecting the remainder.

15. NOTICES.

Any and all notices between COUNTY and the C ITY provided for or permitted under this Agreement or by law shall be in writing and shall be deemed duly served when personally delivered to one of the parties, or in lieu of such personal service, when deposited in the United States Mail, postage prepaid, addressed to such party, at such addresses set forth below:

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COUNTY CITY
Department of Public Works and Planning City of SANGER
Attention: Chief Building Inspector Attention: City Manager 2220 Tulare Street, Suite 600 ___________________
Fresno, California 93721 ___________________

16. NO THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARIES.

This Agreement has been entered into solely for the benefit of the parties hereto. Nothing in this Agreement is intended to benefit or confer any rights or remedies on any other person or parties.

17. COUNTERPARTS.

This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be an original and all of which shall constitute together the same document.

18. APPLICABLE LAW AND VENUE.

This Agreement is made and entered into in the State of California and shall be deemed to have been executed and delivered within the State of California, and the rights and obligations of the parties hereunder shall be governed by, and construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Venue for any action arising out of or related to this Agreement shall only be in Fresno County, California, unless otherwise agreed to in writing by both parties hereto.

19. LEGAL AUTHORITY
Each individual executing or attesting this Agreement hereby covenants, warrants, and represents: (1) that he or she is duly authorized to execute or attest and deliver this Agreement on behalf of their respective public agency in accordance with applicable law; and (2) that this Agreement is binding upon each public agency.

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and every other provision hereof shall remain in full force and effect, unless this severability provision would deny one or more of the parties to the Agreement of the material benefits of the Agreement, in which case the entire Agreement shall have no force and effect.

21. HEADINGS.

Section headings in this Agreement are included herein for convenience of reference only and shall not constitute a part of this Agreement for any other.

22. INTERPRETATION OF AGREEMENT.

The parties hereby acknowledge that they and their respective counsel have cooperated in the drafting and preparation of this A greement, for which reason this Agreement shall not be construed against any party as the drafter thereof.

23. ENTIRE AGREEMENT.

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the CITY and COUNTY with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all previous Agreement negotiations, proposals, commitments, writings, advertisements, publications, and understanding of any nature whatsoever unless expressly included in this Agreement. In the event of any inconsistency in interpreting the documents which constitute this Agreement, the inconsistency shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order of priority: (1) the text of this Agreement (excluding Exhibit s "A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, and “E”), and (2) Exhibit “E”, Exhibit "B", Exhibit " D", Exhibit "A", and Exhibit "C".
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, CITY and COUNTY hereby execute this Agreement.

CITY OF SANGER: COUNTY OF FRESNO

By ___________________________ By_____________________________ Chair, Board of Supervisors
Print Name: ________________

Title: Date:

Date: BERNICE E. SEIDEL, Clerk
Board of Supervisors
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM:

By

Date:

By____________________________

CITY ATTORNEY
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM:

DANIEL C. CEDERBORG, COUNTY

COUNSEL

By________________________

REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED
FOR APPROVAL:

STEVEN E. WHITE, Director
Department of Public Works and
Planning

By_____________________________

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-14

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANGER
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE “AGREEMENT

BETWEEN COUNTY OF FRESNO AND CITY OF SANGER TO PERMIT
LIMITED DEVELOPMENT OF PROPERTY IN PROCESS OF ANNEXATION” (TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 6493)

WHEREAS, on October 16, 2025, the City Council of the City of Sanger adopted Resolution No. 2025-80, which approved the Project consisting of General Plan Amendment No. 2024-01, Pre-Annexation Rezoning, and Tentative Tract Map No. 6493 (the “Project”); and

WHEREAS, the City has initiated a reorganization and annexation process with the Fresno County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) to officially incorporate the Project site into the City of Sanger’s corporate limits; and

WHEREAS, Fresno County Ordinance Code Section 15.04.140 provides that limited development of property may be permitted while an annexation is pending, provided that the City and the County enter into a formal agreement; and

WHEREAS, the developer has requested to begin limited site work, including grading and infrastructure installation, prior to the final recordation of the annexation to avoid significant construction delays; and

WHEREAS, the proposed Agreement requires the City to certify that all proposed onsite and offsite improvements satisfy the City of Sanger’s municipal ordinances and engineering specifications, and further requires the City to assume responsibility for enforcement of s aid standards; and

WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed the staff report and the proposed Agreement and finds that executing said Agreement is in the best interest of the City to facilitate the orderly and timely development of the Project.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Sanger that the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute the “Agreement Between County of Fresno and City of Sanger to Permit Limited Development of Property in Process of Annexation” for Tentative Tract Map No. 6493, in a form substantially similar to that presented in the staff report, and is further authorized to provide the required written “Certification of City Standards” to the County of Fresno certifying that the proposed improvements constructed on, under, or about the property will satisfy all City ordinances. The City Council further agrees to all terms of the Agreement, including the assumption of enforcement responsibilities and the provision to hold the County of Fresno harmless from any claims or liabilities arising from th e permitted development activities, and declares that this Resolution shall become immediately effective upon its adoption.

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The foregoing was considered by the City Council of the City of Sanger at a regular meeting of said Council held on the 5th day of March 2026, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ATTEST: APPROVED:

___________________________ ___________________________ Lina Martinez, City Clerk Frank Gonzales, Mayor
City of Sanger City of Sanger
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Fresno Local Agency Formation Commission
Change of Organization/Reorganization Application

Not for use with update/revision to sphere of influence, city incorporation, or district formation.

Contact LAFCo staff for details.

Type of local agency: (check one)
⎕ City / ⎕ Special District / ⎕ Other

Requested Commission action: (check all that apply)
⎕ Annexation of territory to a local agency
⎕ Detachment of territory from local agency
⎕ Other _____________________________ (describe in detail in application) ⎕ Request to extend services outside city limit (or special district service area) or sphere of influence (complete first page of this application only; refer to extension of services worksheet at G:\LAFCo Projects\Districts\56133 generic\Fresno LAFCo Extension of Service Worksheet 072415.docx)

Application by (check one): ⎕ City/District Resolution ⎕ Landowner/Registered Voter Petition

Name of Proposal: (Name to match the title of map and legal description) _______________________________________________________________________________________

List the name and address of officers or persons, not to exceed three in number, who are to receive the notice of hearing and the Executive Officer's Report:

Name Mailing Address Phone Number Email
_______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________

This application and attached documents are complete and are in all respects true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

______________________________________________________________________________ Signature of Chief Petitioner, Proponent, or Date Local Agency Representative

Print name: __________________________________Title: ______________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________________

Phone: _________________ Fax: _________________ Email: ___________________________

Note: Per the City/County Memoranda of Understanding, if this is an application for annexation to a city. A city shall, at least thirty days prior to filing any annexation proposal with the Fresno Local Agency Formation Commission, notify the County of its intention to file such proposal and the date upon which c ity expects PAGE 52
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such proposal to be filed. The County’s affirmative response to the Notice of Intent is an essential part of a complete application to LAFCo.

1. PROPOSAL INFORMATION

Record owner(s) of the affected territory (attach additional sheets as necessary):

Name Mailing Address
_______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________

Number of registered voters in affected territory: ________ Is a confirmation letter from County Elections Department attached? Yes ⎕ / No ⎕

Number of residents in affected territory: _______

Number of landowners in affected territory: _______

Current population estimate in affected territory: _______

Estimate of future population in affected territory: _______

Total current assessed value of affected territory: $__________________

Existing land use(s) of affected territory: ______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ Describe the land uses surrounding the proposal territory (e.g., residential, commercial, agricultural, industrial, open space, etc.).

North: ________________________________________East:_________________________________ South: ________________________________________West:________________________________

City General plan designation(s) of affected territory: ___________________________________________

Proposed zoning designation(s) of affected territory: ___________________________________________

Acreage of proposal, including full unincorporated public rights-of-way: __________________________

Assessor’s Parcel Numbers (use full number including “S,” “T,” “U,” etc .; note if parcel(s) includes a “LCC” (Williamson Act) designation):_______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________

Has mailed notice been sent to each affected agency, the county committee on school district organization, and each school superintendent whose school district overlies the affected territory in accordance with Gov.

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Sec. Code 56658(b)(1)? Note: If notice has been sent, application processing may be expedited by approximately 20 days.
⎕ Yes (attach notice, affidavit of service and mailing list) / ⎕ No

Is any of the affected territory subject to an agricultural preserve or under Land Conservation Contract? ⎕ Yes / ⎕ No

If yes, has a notice of non-renewal been filed for the affected territory? ⎕ Yes (attach proof) / ⎕No

Did the affected city adopt a resolution protesting the Land Conservation Contract when it was approved? ⎕ Yes (attach copy of resolution) / ⎕ No

If submitting an application by resolution: does the City/District’s resolution of initiation include a statement that the city intends to either succeed or not to succeed to the contract? Yes ⎕ (attach proof) / No ⎕

⎕ If application by resolution: attach certified copy of prezoning ordinance approved by City Council, aged no more than 12 months from date of this application. N/A ⎕

⎕ Attach evidence that a Right-to-Farm covenant has or will be made a requirement by the lead agency prior to consideration by the commission. N/A ⎕

⎕ Attach Service Plan Work Sheet required by GC sec. 56653) N/A ⎕: not needed if your city has submitted a Master Service Plan that has been adopted in the last 12 months.

⎕ Attach statement from the retail water purveyor that affirms that water supplies will be adequate and available for the proposal’s domestic and fire flow needs.

Attach these maps necessary to this application:
____ Legal description and map (FYI: will be verified by County Assessor staff) ____ Location map
____ Vicinity map
____ Water and sewer maps (⎕ N/A if included in service plan) ____ (Pre)Zoning Map

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2. CITY
PLANNING APPLICATION/ENTITLEMENT MATRIX:

Ordinance bill/
Type of approval or permit File no. Approval date Resolution a ttached? Tentative Subdivision
Map
⎕Yes / ⎕No / ⎕ N/A
Tentative Parcel Map ⎕Yes / ⎕No / ⎕ N/A
Major Use Permit ⎕Yes / ⎕No / ⎕ N/A
City/County General
Plan Amendment
⎕Yes / ⎕No / ⎕ N/A
City Prezoning ⎕Yes / ⎕No / ⎕ N/A
County Rezone ⎕Yes / ⎕No / ⎕ N/A
(Other) ⎕Yes / ⎕No / ⎕ N/A

3. ENV

IRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT OF THE PROPOSAL
What
local agency is the “lead agency” under CEQA for this proposal? ____________________ If lo
cal agency is lead agency the following documents must be attached for a complete application:
⎕ A sta
mped/certified copy of the Notice of Exemption or Determination filed with the County Clerk’s office. ⎕ Copy
of Initial Study
⎕ A cer
tified copy of the lead agency’s resolution making the required environmental determination. ⎕ Copy o
f receipt for Fish and Game fees.

What ty
pe of environmental document has been prepared?
⎕ Categorically Exemption – Class __________
⎕ Negative Declaration / Mitigated Negative Declaration ⎕ Finding of Conformity with EIR SCH #__________
⎕ EIR SCH #__________
⎕ Use of Previous EIR SCH #__________
⎕ If relying on an EIR, include one copy of draft and final EIR on CD and one copy of the lead agency’s resolution listing significant impacts, mitigation measures, and statement of overriding considerations.
7/24/2025
7/24/2025
10/16/2025
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4. APP

LICATION QUESTIONNAIRE
Wh
ere there is insufficient space for the requested information, please attach a separate sheet with responses corresponding to the numbered questions.

1. De
scribe to the best of your knowledge what actions are requested by the resolution or petition (i.e. annexation, detachment, SOI revision).
_______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________

2. Sta
te the reasons for this change, and why the change is proposed at this time. _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________

3. Des
cribe in detail any added service and greater frequency or range of services to be provided to residents living in the proposal area. (⎕ N/A if included in service plan) _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________

4. Des
cribe proposed development: its location and acreage, the types of uses and number of residential units and/or commercial square footage.
_______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________

5. How
w ill the proposal assist city or county to achieve i ts fair share of regional housing needs as determined by its current General Plan Housing Element? _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________

6. D esc
ribe whether affected agencies (those agencies whose boundaries are being changed) have existing bonded debt?
_______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________

7. Wi
ll the proposal area be liable for payment of its share of this existing debt? If yes, how will this indebtedness be repaid (property taxes, assessments, water sales, etc.?) _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________

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ease describe consistency with City and County General, Specific and Community Plans within the affected territory.
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9. Will th
ere be any costs or other changes affecting residents or landowners within the affected territory?
_______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________

10. Describe the use of developed property within the proposal territory, including details about existing structures. Describe anticipated development of vacant property, including types of buildings, number of units, supporting facilities, etc., and when development is scheduled to occur. ______
_______________________________________________________________________________________ 11 . Please provide any additional information that may be relevant to this proposal. _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________

5. DISA
DVANTAGED Unincorporated Communities (Fresno LAFCo Policy 106) Applic
ant is responsible for assessing whether the proposal triggers the Fresno LAFCo Disadvantaged Unincorporated Communities policy. (see www.fresnolafco.org / Disadvantaged Unincorporated Communities)
Fresn
o LAFCO policies include consideration of disadvantaged unincorporated communities (DUCs). A DUC is defined as an inhabited territory with an annual median household income that is less than 80 percent of the statewide annual median household income and has at least 15 dwelling units at a density not less than one unit per acre.

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ed on the above definition are there any disadvantaged unincorporated communities within 300 feet of the proposed annexation? ⎕ Yes / ⎕ No
If there is a DUC, where is it located in relationship to the proposed reorganization?_____________ _________________________________________________________________________________ ______
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6. MUNICIPAL SERVICE INFORMATION

Existing: Proposed Change:

Domestic Water_____________________________ ___________________________________

Sewer Collection_____________________________ ___________________________________

Solid Waste Collection________________________ ___________________________________

Street Lighting_______________________________ ___________________________________

Parks and Recreation__________________________ _ __________________________________

Fire Protection_______________________________ ___________________________________

Police______________________________________ _ __________________________________

Storm Drainage______________________________ ___________________________________

7. PROPERTY-OWNER CONSENT FORM FOR INCLUSION OF PROPERTY

Note: the legal description of the territory proposed for change of organization or reorganization must be attached at the time consent is signed. Each individual listed as a landowner must sign for the subject parcel(s). A current Assessor Parcel Number (APN) that may be obtained from your tax statement is sufficient to describe the property location.

Attach additional sheets if necessary (Land Owner Consent Form)

8. APPLICANT FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE FORM INFORMATION SHEET

Pursuant to Government Code Section 84308 (the Levine Act) , the Applicant Financial Disclosure Form must be completed by applicants for, or persons who are the subject of, any proceeding for a license, permit, or other entitlement for use pending before the Fresno Local Agency Formation Commission (“Fresno LAFCo”). A public agency applicant is not required to complete this form; however, any agent and/or person having a financial interest in the outcome must submit the form. The completed Applicant Financial Disclosure Form, with original signatures, must be filed with your application.

1. If you are an applicant for, or the subject of, any application or proceeding pending before Fresno LAFCo, you are prohibited from making a campaign contribution of more than $50 0.00 to any commissioner or alternate commissioner during the time the application or proceeding is before Fresno LAFCo and for twelve ( 12) months after a final decision is rendered by Fresno LAFCo. In addition, no commissioner or alternate commissioner may solicit, accept, or direct a contribution of more than $5 00.00 from you during this period. These prohibitions also apply to your agents and/or lobbyists and active participants in the proceeding. If you are a closely held corporation, this prohibition applies to your majority shareholder as well.

2. You must file the attached form, disclosing whether you or your agent(s) have contributed more than $500.00 to any commissioner or alternate commissioner during the twelve (12) months preceding the filing of the application.

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within the preceding twelve (12) months are not aggregated with those made by your agent(s) within the preceding twelve (12) months. Campaign contributions made to different commissioners or their alternates are also not aggregated.

3. If you or your agent (s) have made a contribution above $500.00 to any commissioner or alternate commissioner during the twelve ( 12) months preceding the decision on the application or proceeding, that commissioner must disqualify himself or herself from the decision. However, disqualification is not required if the commissioner or alternate commissioner returns the campaign contribution within thirty (30) days of learning about both the contribution and the proceedings.

Definition of Terms

1. A proceeding involving a “license, permit or other entitlement for use” includes all business, professional, trade and land use licenses and permits, and all other entitlements for use, including all entitlements of land use, all contracts (other than competitively bid, labor or personal employment contracts, contracts between two or more governmental agencies, non-financial agreements where neither party receives compensation, low -value contracts under $50,000, and routine reviews of development agreem ents) and all franchises. Applications for a change of organization or reorganization is a proceeding involving a license, permit or other entitlement for use.

2. Your “agent” is someone who represents you for compensation in connection with a proceeding involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use. If an individual acting as an agent is also acting in his or her capacity as an employee or member of a law, architectural, engineering, consulting firm, or similar business entity, both the business entity and the individual are “agents.”

3. A “participant” means any person who is not a party but who actively supports or opposes a particular decision in a proceeding involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use and who has a financial interest in the decision.

A person actively supports or opposes a particular decision in a proceeding if that person lobbies in person the officers or employees of the agency, testifies in person before the agency, or otherwise acts to influence officers of the agency.

This notice summarizes the major requirements of Government Code Section 84308 of the Political Reform Act (the Levine Act) and California Code of Regulations, title 2, Sections 18438 – 18438.8. For more information, contact Fresno LAFCo staff at (559) 600-0404 or the Fair Political Practices Commission, 428 J Street, Suite 800, Sacramento, CA 95814, (866) ASK-FPPC (1-866-275-3772).

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9. APPLICANT FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE FORM

Designated Title of Proposal:__________________________________________________ Party’s Name:______________________________________________________________ Party’s Full Address:__________________________________________________________ No Yes
I certify that contributions totaling more than
$500.00 HAVE NOT BEEN MADE to any
commissioners, alternate commissioners, or
candidates within the 12 months preceding the
filing of this application.

Name

Date

I certify that contributions totaling more than
$500.00 HAVE BEEN MADE, within the 12 months
preceding the filing of this application, to a
commissioner, alternate commissioner, or
candidate, as indicated below.

Name

Date

If you completed the “Yes” box above, please provide information as indicated below. Names of current Fresno LAFCo commissioners and alternate commissioners are provided for reference. Use additional sheets if necessary.

To whom was
Contribution made?
Contributor Name
(if other than applicant)
Contribution
Date
Contribution Amount

Commissioner
Mario Santoyo, Chair, Public Member
Victor Martinez, Chair Pro Tempore, City of Mendota
Nathan Magsig, County of Fresno
Daniel Parra, City of Fowler
Buddy Mendes, County of Fresno
Scott Robertson, Alternate City Commissioner, City of Selma Tom Chaney, Alternate Public Member

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10. LEGAL INDEMNIFICATION

Should the Fresno Local Agency Formation Commission (“Fresno LAFCo”) be named as a party in any litigation (including a “validation” action under CCP sec. 860 et seq .) or administrative proceeding in connection with the Applicant's proposal, Applicant agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, and promptly reimburse Fresno LAFCo for:
1) All reasonable expenses and attorney's fees in connection with the defense of Fresno LAFCo; and
2) Any damages, penalties, fines or other costs imposed upon or incurred by Fresno LAFCo, its agents, officers, attorneys, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding brought against any of them, the purpose of which is to attack, set aside, void, or annul the approval of this application or adoption of the environmental document, which accompanies it. The Fresno LAFCo Executive Officer may require a deposit of funds sufficient to cover estimated expenses of the litigation. Applicant agrees that Fres no LAFCo shall have the right to appoint its own counsel to defend it and conduct its own defense in the manner it deems in its best interest, and that such actions shall not relieve or limit Applicant's obligations to indemnify and reimburse defense costs.

Applicant may be required by Fresno LAFCo to execute an additional indemnity agreement as a condition of approval for this application. Such an agreement in no way limits the effect of obligations provided for herein.

City/District Application - or- Land Owner Petition Application

__________________________ __________________________ City/District Representative Land Owner Signature
Signature

__________________________ __________________________ Print Name Print Name

____________________ ____________________
Date Date

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Fresno LAFCo Application

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Please attach Resolution of application (Per GC Section 56654(a)) or Notice of Intent to circulate petition (per GC Section 56700.4(a))

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• Map and legal description
• Location map
• Vicinity map
• Water and Sewer map
• Zoning map
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• Tract map resolution if (applicable)
• Copy of tentative map satisfaction of County Code 17.04.100- Right-to Farm notice

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• Initial Study and either ND/MND or Draft and Final EIR • If EIR resolution(s) certifying EIR and adopting “Statement of Overriding considerations” • Copy of stamped Notice of Determination or Notice of Exemption • Copy of paid Fish and Game fee receipt
• Other

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• Copy of contract
• City resolution protesting contact
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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. 2024-05; 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
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 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 PAGE 69
of the R-1-6 zone district; and

WHEREAS, the Project is
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 prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration MND e
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 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 PAGE 70
the Sanger General Plan. Specifically, Growth Management Land Use Policy III on Page 2-47 of 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 units. This is supported also by Policy II of Growth Management on Page 2-
The Planning Commission
recommends the City Council find that public necessity, 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 with 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 approve the Mitigated Negative Declaration, GPA 2024- -05 as shown in Exhibit -01 initiating 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: CARTER, HARPER, BOOUASAVANH, ECHEVERRIA
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Dated: July 24, 2025
Derek Sylvester
Secretary of the Planning Commission
of the City of Sanger
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RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANGER CONTINGENTLY APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2024-01 (CUP 2024-01) FOR A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 2024-01 (TTM 2024-01), A 530 UNIT SUBDIVISION (TRACT 6493) 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 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 (CUP 2024-01), and a tentative tract map (TTM 2024-01), 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 City of Sanger; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Tentative Tract Map No. 6493 has been reviewed by the City Engineer and the City Planner to ensure compliance with the Subdivision Map Act; and WHEREAS, the Project also includes Conditional Use Permit No. 2024-01 to approve a Planned Unit Development (PUD) subject to the provisions of Sanger Municipal Code Sections 90-1014 through 90-1017. This will allow the Project to deviate from development standards of the zone district to achieve a more functional, aesthetically pleasing, and harmonious living and working environment that otherwise might not be possible by strict adherence to the regulations; and WHEREAS, the Project is
City limits, and is required to be annexed into the City before it can be developed to urban uses; and WHEREAS, the Applicant submitted GPA 2024-01, to change the General Plan Land Use designation of 14.27 acres presently designated as Park/Open Space to Residential Medium Density; and WHEREAS, the Applicant also submitted ZOA 2024-05, to pre-zone real property to R-1-6 (Single-family Residential) and RSC (Recreation, Schools, and Conservation) districts, consistent with the General Plan designations for the Project as modified by GPA 2024-01; and PAGE 74
WHEREAS, pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration MND ment 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 the MND prepared for the Project, 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, after due consideration of all the items before it, and at the request of the developer, the Planning Commission now to desires to contingently approve TTM 2024-01 and CUP 2024-01 such that no decision of approval of TTM 2024-01 and CUP 2024-01 becomes final and effective until immediately after the City Council adopts the MND for the Project and approves ANX 2024-01, GPA 2024-01, and ZOA 2024-05, and if no such approval occurs within 180 days of the adoption of this Resolution, then the Planning Commission intends that TTM 2024-01 and CUP 2024-01 be returned to the Planning Commission for further consideration and a final decision by the Planning Commission.

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: 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 has concurrently recommended it for approval by the City Council.

The Planning Commission finds that CUP 2024-01 and TTM 2024-01 are consistent with, and has been fully assessed by, the MND, and that CUP 2024-01 and TTM 2024-01 are entitlements specifically anticipated for the proposed Project in the MND, and are consistent with the purpose and intent of the MND. As such, CUP 2024-01 and TTM 2024-01 have been fully environmentally assessed, and no further assessment is required by CEQA.

3. Conditional Use Permit Findings: The Planning Commission finds that all findings necessary for the approval of CUP 2024-01 for a PUD can be made, and has reviewed the CUP for compliance with Sanger City Code Section 90-1016(4), including the following:

a. Finding 1: That the proposed location of the planned unit development is in accordance with the objectives of this chapter.

The site is a large agricultural property that has previously and is currently been agricultural in use. The location of the site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the proposed use. This finding can be made.

b. Finding 2: That the proposed location of the planned unit development and the conditions under which it would be operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the PAGE 75
vicinity.

The project site is pre-zoned for residential use, and has been designed and conditioned to be operated or maintained in a manner that will not be detrimental to the public health safety or welfare, or be materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.

This finding can be made.
c. Finding 3: That the proposed planned unit development will comply with each of the applicable provisions of this section.

The Project proposes only uses permitted in the districts of the zoning districts of the planned unit development. The site is 78 acres, meeting the five-acre minimum for a Planned Unit Development. The Applicant has demonstrated by the design proposal that the objectives of Sanger Municipal Code Sec. 90-1014 through 90-1017 will be achieved.

This finding can be made.
d. Finding 4: That the standards of population density, site area and dimensions, site coverage, yard spaces, heights of structures, distance between structures, off-street parking and off-street loading facilities and landscaped areas will produce an environment of stable and desirable character consistent with the objectives of this chapter.

The standards of population density, site area and dimensions, site coverage, yard spaces, height of structures, distance between structures, off-street parking and off-street loading facilities and landscaped areas were all considered to ensure the project will produce a more functional, aesthetically pleasing, and harmonious living and working environment.

This finding can be made.
e. Finding 5: That the standards of population density, site, area and dimensions, site coverage, yard spaces, heights, of structures, distance between structures, off-street parking and off-street loading facilities will be such that the development will not generate more traffic than the streets in the vicinity can carry without congestion and will not overload utilities.

The conditions of approval regulate the construction and operation of the proposed subdivision Project and are intended to allow the proposed use to operate harmoniously with surrounding uses. The proposed Project completed a Traffic Impact Study as part of their environmental review, and will be required to construct traffic improvements to ensure that the development will not generate more traffic than the streets in the vicinity can carry without congestion, nor overload utilities. This finding can be made. f. Finding 6: That the combination of different dwelling types and/or variety of land uses in the development will complement each other and will harmonize with existing and proposed land uses in the vicinity.

The Project proposes small lot and more traditionally sized single-family lots integrated with a large community park space. These uses and dwelling types will complement each other and harmonize with existing and proposed land uses in the vicinity. This finding can be made.

4. Approval of CUP 2024-01: Based on the aforementioned findings, the Planning Commission hereby approves CUP 2024-01 subject to the conditions set forth in A attached hereto, PAGE 76
which approvals are contingent upon the following:

The approval of CUP 2024-01 shall become final and effective immediately only after the City Council of the City of Sanger i) adopts the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Project; and ii) approves ANX 2024-01, initiating the annexation process with LAFCo; and iii) approves GPA 2024-01, redesignating 14.27 acres of Park/Open Space Land Use to the Residential Medium Density Land Use; and iv) approves ZOA 2024-05, pre-zoning the annexation area to R-1-6 (Single Family Residential) and RSC (Resource, School, and Conservation), collectively adoption of this Resolution, then CUP 2024-01 shall be returned to the Planning Commission for further consideration and a final decision. If Council Approvals are made within 180 days of the adoption of this Resolution, but any change is made by the Council to any of the Council Approvals in a manner that could reasonably affect the findings of the Planning Commission herein, or require a modification or addition of a condition of approval to be consistent with a Council Approval, then CUP 2024-01 shall be returned to the Planning Commission for further consideration and a final decision.

5. Tentative Tract Map Findings: The Planning Commission finds that all findings necessary for the approval of TTM 2024-01 can be made, and has reviewed the tentative map for compliance with Sanger City Code Section 62-75, and finds that all findings therein can be made including assessment of the following:
a. Environmental impacts of the project.

The proposed Tentative Tract Map is considered a project by California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The lead agency has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the proposed project as further described in Section 2 of this Resolution, above. b. Applicable provisions of this chapter.

Sanger City Code Section 62-75 establishes the procedures for the processing of Tentative Maps and Final Maps. The application has been processed in accordance with the requirements of Sanger City Code and meets all of the applicable requirements set forth therein.
c. Applicable provisions of the map act.

TTM 2024-01 has been reviewed and is in compliance with the State Subdivision Map Act and with the conditions of approval that are applicable to the project. Further, TTM 2024- 0 as amended by and contingent upon approval
of GPA 2024-01, which contemplated development on the Project site as proposed. d. Applicable provisions of the zoning ordinance.

The proposed parcels all meet the development standards for lot size, lot frontage, lot depth, and other requirements of the R-1-6 (Single-family Residential) and RSC (Recreation, Schools, and Conservation) District with the application of a PUD, to the extent required .
e. Where a planned unit development has been approved or tentatively approved subject to approval of a tentative map, the commission shall consider whether the tentative map PAGE 77
conforms to such planned unit development.

The proposed tentative map conforms to the requirements of the planned unit development.

The reduction in development standard requirements has resulted in a layout and development that incorporates harmonious features and a functioning overall design. f. Report and recommendation of the planning director.

Staff presented the Project to the Planning Commission as subject to conditions of approval and the Planning Commission has considered the same.
g. Comments received by the public in conjunction with the public hearing.

The Planning Commission has considered any public testimony or comments, written or oral, offered to the Planning Commission prior to the close of the public hearing.

6. Approval of TTM 2024-01: Based on the aforementioned findings, the Planning Commission hereby approves TTM 2024-01 ( B ) subject to the conditions of approval ( C ) attached hereto, which approvals are contingent upon the following:

The approval of TTM 2024-01 shall become final and effective immediately only after the City Council of the City of Sanger i) adopts the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Project; and ii) approves ANX 2024-01, initiating the annexation process with LAFCo; and iii) approves GPA 2024-01, redesignating 14.27 acres of Park/Open Space Land Use to the Residential Medium Density Land Use; and iv) approves ZOA 2024-05, pre-zoning the annexation area to R-1-6 (Single Family Residential) and RSC (Resource, School, and Conservation), collectively adoption of this Resolution, then TTM 2024-01 shall be returned to the Planning Commission for further consideration and a final decision. If Council Approvals are made within 180 days of the adoption of this Resolution, but any change is made by the Council to any of the Council Approvals in a manner that could reasonably affect the findings of the Planning Commission herein, or require a modification or addition of a condition of approval to be consistent with a Council Approval, then TTM 2024-01 shall be returned to the Planning Commission for further consideration and a final decision.

7. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become final and effective immediately after the Council Approvals become effective, unless an appeal is timely filed with the City Clerk in accordance with the provisions of the Sanger City Code.
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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: CARTER, HARPER, BOUASAVANH, ECHEVERRIA
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
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Dated: July 24, 2025
Derek Sylvester
Secretary of the Planning Commission
of the City of Sanger
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Exhibit A
Conditional Use Permit/Planned Unit Development No. 2024-01 Tract 6493
APNs 322-020-18S and 322-020-08
These conditions are applicable to any person or entity making use of this Planned Unit any applicant, property owner, owner, lessee, operator, or any other person or entity making use of this P.U.D.

Conditional Use Permit/Planned Unit Development No. 2024-01 shall comply with all of the following conditions of approval:

1. Approval shall be in conformance with Tentative Tract Map No. 2024-01 (Tract No. 6493) prepared by Gateway Engineering (attached). All conditions of approval for Tentative Tract Map No. 2024-01 remain in full force and effect, and are applicable to Conditional Use Permit/Planned Unit Development 2024-01.

2. The developer shall be subject to the following development standards as modified by the Planned Unit Development:

Standard R-1-6 Zone District
Standard (minimum)
PUD Proposed Standard
(minimum)
Lot Area 6,000 sq ft 2,782 sq ft
Lot Width (interior) 60 ft 35 ft
Lot Width (corner) 65 ft 45 ft
Lot Width (reversed corner) 70 ft 55 ft
Street Frontage (curved) 40 ft 26 ft
Lot Depth 100 ft 80 ft
Front Yard Setback 20 ft 10 ft
Side Yard Setback (interior) 5 ft 5 ft
Side Yard Setback
(exterior)
10 ft 10 ft
Side Yard Setback
(exterior, reversed corner)
15 ft 15 ft
Rear Yard Setback 10 ft 5 ft
Lot Coverage 40% 60%
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EXHIBIT B
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Exhibit C
Conditions of Approval
Tentative Tract Map No. 2024-01 Tract 6493
Assessor Parcel Numbers 322-020-18S and 322-020-08

01484.0001 2022837.1 1

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 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 and 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 even
with the City Clerk. The appeal shall state the grounds for the appeal and wherein the Commission 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, 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 PAGE 84
01484.0001 2022837.1 2

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-

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, 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 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. Residential 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.

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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 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.

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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 acceptable 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.

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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 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. 6493, 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.

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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 Descendant 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 Community 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 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:

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a) Indianola Avenue (General Plan Street Designation: Collector): North Avenue to Annadale Avenue;
i)
separate deed any R/W west of the Centerline as needed (if applicable) to construct center travel lane improvements for southbound traffic including intersection with North Avenue will be as needed to accommodate the ultimate improvements recommended by the project Traffic Impact Study, prepared by Peters

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)
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 existing adjacent developments.

c) Annadale Avenue (General Plan Street Designation: Collector): Indianola Avenue to the East Line of Lot 104 of Phase II;
i)
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)
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)
not specifically listed otherwise and as shown on the Tentative Map) i)
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 street and utility purposes and construct median island with landscaping and irrigation at entrance per Tentative Map.

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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

c) North Avenue/Greenwood Avenue: Install all-way stop control at this existing intersection (City of Sanger).
d) 9th
(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%

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. 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 PAGE 91
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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
Collector Street
Arterial Street

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

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 low 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.

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2. Sanitary Sewer Master Plan as follows:

a) el Avenue from North Avenue to ¼ mile south of North Avenue, connecting to the proposed sewer line being installed with Tract 6431.

development impact fee credit and/or reimbursement, for those costs above those required to install

3. sewer main
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) I

5. in otherwise dedicated rights-of-way.

6. use 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. 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)
project frontage;
b)
of the subdivision; and
c) of Phase 1.

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4. The Developer shall install water mains of the sizes and in the locations indicated below and verifying the size, location, and elevations of existing improvements.

a) along the project frontage.
b)
c)

ble for
development impact fee credit and/or reimbursement, for the costs above those required to install an

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.

6. 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.

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.

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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-
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)
and abandonment of outfall to existing drainage basin west of Indianola Avenue once connection to the new basin is completed;
b)
Southwest Drainage Basin;
c) 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 for construction of non-master- planned facilities are not eligible. Minimum storm drain pipe diameter within public right-of-way

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 tributary to the facility at the time of construction, currently estimated at 39.5 A-F. If the project is built in phases, the minimum 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.

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5. ns (H&H) for any proposed
storm drain system and submit with the grading plan for review and approval by the City Engineer.

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 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 be fully completed with the first phase.

4. The Developer 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 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.

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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 subje
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 part 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 years 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 sha
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 All costs
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 a CID or private irrigation line is to be abandoned, the Developer shall provide waivers from all downstream users.

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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.

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 .

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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 ity 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.

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 proposed annexation with the MOU between the City of Sanger and the County of Fresno.

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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.

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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 PAGE 101
Prepared by: Nathan Olson Approved by: Nathan Olson

REVIEW: City Manager: Finance: City Attorney:

TYPE OF ITEM: COMMITTEE ACTION:  APPROVED  DENIED  NO ACTION Consent
Informational Item
X Action Item
X Department Report

Public Hearing
Matter Initiated by a Council Member
Other:

Continued to:

For the Meeting of: March 5, 2026
Agenda Item No.: H-2

CITY OF SANGER

REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL

To: CITY COUNCIL
From: Nathan Olson
Citizen’s Oversight Committee
Subject: Public Safety Sales Tax Gang/Drug Prevention/Intervention Services Grant Program Awards
Attachments: Grant Application Score Card

CONFLICT OF INTEREST:

None known.

RECOMMENDATION:

Select and approve grant recipients for Public Safety Sales Tax Gang Intervention/Prevention award and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with each recipient.

DISCUSSION:

City received five grant applications; five applications were received as complete. The complete applications were from Set Free Sanger, New Beginnings, SAM Academy, the Boys & Girls Club, and Young Life. The Application Review Committee (ARC) was comprised of Police Chief John Reynolds, Fire Chief Greg Tarascou, COC Member Lyn Anderson, and COC Vice -Chair Elizabeth Gonzalez. Each ARC member scored all four applications. The scores were tabulated and discussed during an ARC meeting on February 3, 2026.

The ARC decided to recommend to the Citizen’s Oversight Committee the selection of Set Free Sanger, the Boys & Girls Club, and Young Life as the grant award recipients.

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Because the combined request from all recipients exceeds the $100,000 budget amount for the grant program in 2025-2026, the ARC recommended $31,000 for Set Free Sanger, $33,000 for Young Life, and $36,000 for the Boys & Girls Club. The COC is meeting on March 3, 2026 to consider the recommendations, and staff will update the city council regarding that recommendation and decision of COC.

REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

The Citizen Oversight Committee makes a recommendation regarding the selection of grant recipients and grant allocation amounts to City Council. City Council considers the recommendation as it finalizes the City’s budget.

ALTERNATIVES

a.) Allocate an equal amount to each qualifying organization

b.) Reject the COC recommendation in its entirety and create a new award distribution

ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

Accept and adopt the COC recommendations for the FY 2 5-26 Public Safety Sales Tax Gang Prevention/Intervention funding, or modify COC recommendation, to reject the recommendation in its entirety and create a new award distribution.

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Prepared by: Nathan Olson Approved by: Nathan Olson

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REVIEW: City Manager: Finance: City Attorney:

TYPE OF ITEM: COMMITTEE ACTION:  APPROVED  DENIED  NO ACTION Consent
Informational Item
X Action Item
X Department Report

Public Hearing
Matter Initiated by a Council Member
Other:

Continued to:

For the Meeting of: March 3, 2026
Agenda Item No.: G-2

CITY OF SANGER
REPORT TO THE CITIZEN’S OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE

To: Citizen’s Oversight Committee
From: Nathan Olson
Application Review Committee (ARC)
Subject: Public Safety Sales Tax Gang/Drug Prevention/Intervention Services Grant Program Awards
Attachments: Grant Application Score Card

CONFLICT OF INTEREST:

None known.

RECOMMENDATION:

The Application Review Committee (ARC) recommends the Citizen’s Oversight C ommittee approve the recommendation to the Sanger City Council select Set Free Church ($31,000), Young Life ($33,000), Boys and Girls Club ($36,000) as the approved grant recipients for Public Safety Sales Tax Gang Intervention/Prevention award and staff recommends that Council authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with each recipient.

SUMMARY:

This item was originally considered by the Committee on February 3, 2026. After public comment, the item was tabled so Staff could address what options were available to the Citizen’s Oversight Committee regarding the selection and scoring of applicants. Staff have confirmed with the City Attorney’s Office there is no legal mechanism that would allow the Citizen’s Oversight Committee to meet together privately to score the applicants. However, there are other options as outlined below.

DISCUSSION:

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ARC has scored and recommended Set Free Sanger, the Boys & Girls Club, and Young Life as the grant award recipients.

The Citizen’s Oversight Committee is subject to the Brown Act. The Brown Act is a California “sunshine” law that guarantees the public’s right to attend, participate in, and monitor the meetings of local legislative bodies, ensuring that deliberations and actions are conducted openly to promote transparency and accountability in local government. While there are some exceptions that allow private meetings in closed session, these are narrowly defined and are not applicable here. As a result, the Citizen’s Oversight Committee cannot privately meet to determine, score - or even discuss - an award to potential grant recipients. Instead, those deliberations are required to be held in a publicly-noticed meeting.

There are several options available to the Citizen’s Oversight Committee that are consistent with the requirements of the Brown Act:

1. Request ARC re-assess its recommendation in light of additional information, if any, received as a result of public comment, and continue the meeting. I f there is no relevant new information, or if an applicant simply does not meet the criteria, then ARC is required to recommend denial in order to be compliant with the process approved by the voters and City Council.

2. Reject the ARC recommendation in whole or in part, and provide a substitute recommendation to the City Council. While it is technically an option, ARC recommendation is an integral part of the checks and balances built into the Measure R process approved by the voters and the City Council.

If the Citizen’s Oversight Committee were inclined to reject the recommendation of ARC, it should identify specific reasons as to why the recommendation is being rejected. Further, the Citizen’s Oversight Committee should articulate how any new applicant meets the qualifications to receive an award. These grounds will then be provided to the City Council for final evaluation, along with the recommendation of ARC.

3. Provide an additional assessment through an ad hoc committee. While not expressly contemplated by Measure R, the Citizen’s Oversight Committee may appoint up to two members of the Committee (i.e., less than a majority) to independently assess applicable grant awardees. The members of the ad hoc committee should not have spoken to any other members of the Committee on this issue outside of the public meeting. (If this is not possible, then an ad hoc committee is not an option.) The ad hoc committee can then meet privately to develop its recommendation, but then must report (either orally or in writing) any recommendation to the Citizen’s Oversight Committee at a public meeting. Further, to the extent the recommendation is different that the ARC recommendation, the ad hoc committee should specifically identify the basis for the change, and any new grant awardees meet the eligibility criteria . Additionally, public comment should be re -opened to allow for comments regarding the new information being submitt ed to the Citizen’s Oversight Committee.

The Citizen’s Oversight Committee may then deliberate and determine whether to accept the ad hoc recommendation, ARC recommendation, etc. If the Citizen’s Oversight Committee decides to reject the ARC recommendation in whole or in part, it should specifically identify the grounds for doing so. (See the option immediately above.) The recommendation will then be forwarded to the Cit Council for evaluation, along with the ARC recommendation.

4. No recommendation. The Measure R contemplates the Citizen’s Oversight Committee as having a key role in the process of assessing applicants, and providing a well -reasoned recommendation to the City Council for action. However, in the unlikely event the Citizen’s Oversight Committee cannot reach a recommendation (such as a tie vote, etc.), the Citizen’s Oversight Committee should affirmatively vote on a motion confirming it is unable to reach a consensus. This information will PAGE 106

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then be provided to the City Council, along with the ARC recommendation, for appropriate action.

5. Adopt the ARC recommendation. In the alternative the Citizen’s Oversight Committee can simply adopt the ARC recommendation. The public hearing does not need to be re -opened as the matter was continued from the prior meeting where the public already had the opportunity to provide comments.

ARC recommended $ 31,000 for Set Free Sanger, $ 33,000 for Young Life, and $36,000 for the Boys & Girls Club.

REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

The Citizen Oversight Committee makes a recommendation regarding the selection of grant recipients and grant allocation amounts to City Council. City Council considers the recommendation as it finalizes the City’s budget.

ALTERNATIVES

Alternatives are noted above.

ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

The Citizen’s Oversight Committee recommendations will be provided to the City Council for evaluation and inclusion into the upcoming fiscal budget.

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Expenditure Itemization Summary
Gang/ Drug Prevention/ Intervention Services Grant Program FY2025-2026 Funded by PSST
Grantee’s Name:

Grant Number:

Expenses Incurred Between (Dates): to
Position Title Work Performed Hours Dollar Amount
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
0%
Yes
Position Title Work Performed Hours Dollar Amount
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
Item Item Description Vendor Invoice Date Invoice Number Dollar Amount $0.00
Vendor Invoice Date Invoice Number Dollar Amount
$0.00
City of Sanger, California
Administrative Costs: Overhead or support functions not directly tied to service delivery of the program.Attach supporting documents (timesheets, payslip etc)
Rate with Benefits
Subtotal
Subtotal
Personnel: Direct labor costs for staff working on the project. Attach supporting documents (timesheets, payslip etc) Rate with Benefits
Supplies: Attach supporting documents (detailed receipts/invoices etc) Subtotal
Print Name Title
IMPORTANT! Grantee must obtain signature of authorized signatory (as authorized in the Resolution or Letter of Designation or Contract), submit to assigned City Grant/ Program coordinator, and retain the original document in your grant file.

Indirect Costs Capped at 15% of total grant amount)
Within Cap?
Expenditure Itemization Total: $0.00
I certify under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California, that I have read the Gang/ Drug Prevention/ Intervention Services Grant Program Procedures and Terms and Conditions, that the submitted expenditure information is correct, and that all funds received under the Program have been expended in accordance with the Procedure and Requirements and Terms and Conditions.DateSignature of Signature Authority/ Authorized Designee Rentals: Facility, charter buses, admission costs etc. Attach supporting documents (detailed receipts/invoices etc) Subtotal
Description

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RESOLUTION NO. 2024 -45

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

SANGER, CALIFORNIA, SUBMITTING TO CITY VOTERS AT THE

NEXT REGULAR MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD
NOVEMBER 5, 2024, A BALLOT MEASURE TO ADOPT AN

ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE CURRENT SPECIAL SALES TAX
FOR PUBLIC SAFETY ; REQUESTING THE FRESNO COUNTY
CLERK/ELECTIONS OFFICIAL TO CONDUCT THE ELECTION ;

REQUESTING THAT THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

CONSOLIDATE TH E ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE

ELECTION AND GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON
THAT SAME DATE; AND AUTHORIZING THE CIT Y CLERK TO

CARRY OUT ALL NECESSARY PROCEDURES

WHEREAS, the City of Sanger prides itself on providing essential public safety services to the residents of Sanger; and

WHEREAS, in 2007, the City of Sanger voters adopted the “Sanger Police, Fire, Paramedic 9-1-1 Emergency Response and Gang/Drug Prevention Special Transactions and Use Tax Ordinance” (hereafter “Public Safety Sales Tax”) in the amount of ¾ cent (.75 cent); and

WHEREAS, in 2016, the Public Safety Sales Tax was continued by the voters to June 30, 2028; and

WHEREAS, several months of community discussion and a community survey on Sanger’s public safety services and priorities have engaged hundreds of residents and show residents want police and fire services maintained; and

WHEREAS, the current voter-approved Sanger Police, Fire, Paramedic 9-1-1 Emergency Response and Gang/Drug Prevention Funding Measure expires soon and unless continued, the City will lose $3.2 million a year in local funding to ensure firefighters have protective clothing and breathing apparatuses, investigate and prevent crimes including against children, maintain rapid response to fires to reduce property damage and loss, and maintain 911 emergency response times; and

WHEREAS, funds from this measure allow Sanger’s Fire Department to maintain our paramedic staff, ambulance, and life -saving equipment to ensure residents continue receiving critical care during medical emergencies; and

WHEREAS, extreme weather patterns have fueled devastating wildfires in California, including in the Central Valley , and continuing this measure keeps us safe by ensuring our firefighters are prepared to prevent local fires from getting out of control and fighting major fires in and near our community; and

WHEREAS, continuation of this measure will continue to make Sanger safer by maintaining and increasing police presence in our neighborhoods, parks and schools, expanding PAGE 110

neighborhood policing and patrols, and continue supporting specialized police units and programs dedicated to reducing drug and gang-related crimes in our community; and

WHEREAS, this measure continues the tough accountability provisions including public disclosure of all spending, Sanger’s current citizens’ oversight committee, and performing annual audits, which ensure funds are used efficiently, effectively, and as promised, and only for public - safety related programs and services; and

WHEREAS, the City Council desires to submit t
he Sanger Paramedic, Firefighter, Crime
Prevention Measure for voter consideration to continue the Public Safety Sales Tax , without increasing tax rates, pursuant to California Revenue and Taxation Code Sections 7251 et seq., and 7285.91 et seq.; and

W
HEREAS, extension of the Public Safety Sales Tax requires adoption of an ordinance by the City voters amending Section 66-219 of Article VI, Chapter 66 of the Sanger Municipal Code; and

WHEREAS, the continued Public Safety Sales Tax will continue to be dedicated exclusively to public safety in accordance with the original ballot measure and as set forth in Article VI, Chapter 66 of the Sanger City Code; and

WHEREAS, all revenues collected will remain in the City of Sanger for public safety exclusively; and

WHEREAS, the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) shall collect the tax from retailers subject to the tax and remit the funds to the City; and

WHEREAS, the City desires to consolidate the Public Safety Sales Tax Ballot Measure with the Statewide general election to be held on November 5 , 2024, pursuant to Resolution No. 2024-31.

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

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

SECTION 2. C
all for Election. Pursuant to Elections Code Section 9222, the City Council calls a general election for Tuesday, November 5, 2024 (the “Election”) at which time it will submit to the voters of the City of Sanger a ballot measure for continuing the Sanger Police, Fire, Paramedic 9-1-1 Emergency Response and Gang/Drug Prevention Special Transactions and Use Tax Ordinance.

SECTION 3. P
roposed Ordinance. The measure would enact an ordinance that would amend the Sanger City Code to continue the termination date of the current ordinance until ended by the City voters. The Council hereby approves the ordinance attached as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by this reference and the form thereof by at least a two-thirds vote of the City Council and orders its submission to the voters of the City of Sanger on November 5, 2024, as required by Revenue PAGE 111

and Taxation Code Section 7285.91. The full text of the proposed ordinance is not required to be printed in the Sample Ballot and Voters Pamphlet. However, the full text of the measure shall be made available at the Office of the Fresno County Clerk/Registrar of Voters, the Sanger City Clerk’s Office, and the City website: www.ci.sanger.ca.us.

SECTION 3. B
allot Language . The City Council approves and orders the ballot question be submitted to the City voters on November 5, 2024, in the form set forth as follows:

MEASURE __
Sanger Paramedic, Firefighter, Crime Prevention Measure . Shall the measure maintaining 9 -1-1 emergency response, fire protection; funding protective breathing equipment/clothing for firefighters, investigating/preventing crimes, including against children, gang prevention; maintaining paramedics for life support/advanced medical care, by continuing Sanger’s existing, voter - approved 3/4¢ sales tax without changing rates, providing $3,200,000 annually until ended by voters, requiring public spending disclosure, all funds required to be spent only on public safety in Sanger, be adopted?

YES

NO

SECTION 4. S
ynopsis of Measure. The following constitutes the synopsis of the measure to be voted on for purposes of meeting the publication requirements of Elections Code Section 12111:

M

EASURE TO BE VOTED ON

Notice is hereby given that the following measure is to be voted on at the general municipal election to be held in the City of Sanger on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE APPROVING EXTENSION OF
CURRENT ¾ CENT TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX FOR PUBLIC

SAFETY ONLY, WITH NO INCREASE IN CURRENT TAX RATE,
UNTIL ENDED BY CITY VOTERS.

The proposed ordinance would approve the exten sion of the City’s current ¾ cent sales tax dedicated and expended only for Police, Fire, Paramedic, 9 -1-1 Emergency R esponse and Gang/Drug Prevention. The authority to levy the tax would continue until ended by the City voters.

_____________________________
City Elections Official
Dated: ___________

City of Sanger

SECTION 5. T
wo-Thirds Voted Required. Passage of this measure requires a two -thirds majority of votes.

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SECTION 6. R equest to Consolidate and Conduct Election and Canvass Returns . The City Council requests the Election be consolidated with any and all elections also called to be held on November 5, 2024, ballot insofar as said elections are to be held in the same territory or in territory that is in part the same as the territory of the City of Sanger and requests the Board of Supervisors of the County of Fresno to order such consolidation under Elections Code Section 10401 and 10403. The City Council requests the Fresno County Clerk/Elections Official conduct the election and canvass the returns, and the City consents to reimburse that office for all costs incurred for said services. The ballots to be used at the election shall be in form and content as required by law.

In all particulars not rec ited in this Resolution, the Election shall be held and conducted in accordance with laws regulating municipal and statewide elections.

SECTION 7.

Impartial Analysis. Pursuant to Elections Code Section 9280, the City Council directs the City Clerk to transmit a copy of the measure to the City Attorney. The City Attorney shall prepare an impartial analysis of the measure, not to exceed 500 words in length, showing the effect of the measure on the existing law and the operation of the measure which shall include language that the measure has been placed on the ballot by the City Council The City Attorney shall transmit such impartial analysis to the Fresno County Clerk/Registrar of Voters.

SECTION 8.

Submission of Ballot Arguments.

A. The Fresno County C lerk/Elections Office is directed to set the deadlines, in accordance with statute, for the submission of ballot arguments (Elections Code Sections 9282, 9286) and rebuttals (§ 9285).

B. Direct arguments shall not exceed three hundred (300) words and shall be signed by not more than five (5) persons.

C. Rebuttal arguments shall not exceed two hundred fifty (250) words and shall be signed by not more than five (5) persons; those persons may be different persons than the persons who signed the direct arguments.

D. Arguments for and against said measure may be filed in accordance with applicable provision of the law. The Council does not authorize the Council as a body or any individual member of the Council to file a written argument or any rebuttal argument for or against the measure. The Elections Official shall consider other arguments and rebuttal arguments filed by bona fide associations or individual residents who are eligible to vote in accordance with Elections Code Sections 9282, 9285, and 9287.

E. Pursuant to California Elections Code Section 9285, when the Fresno County Clerk/Elections Office has selected the arguments for and against the measure, which will be printed and distributed to the voters, the y shall send copies of the argument in favor of the measure to the authors of the argument against it, and copies of the argument against it to the authors of the argument in favor. Rebuttal arguments shall be printed in the same manner as the direct arguments. Each rebuttal argument shall immediately follow the direct argument that it seeks to rebut.

F. The provisions of Elections Code Section 9285(a) are hereby adopted.

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SECTION 9. R equest for Measure “S” Designation. The proposed measure continues a sales tax which was initially adopted by the city voters in 2007 as Measure “S.” The sales tax was continued in 2016 and appeared on the ballot as Measure “S.” At the time that the County Registrar assigns measure designations pursuant to Elections Code Section 13116 to measures appearing on the November 5, 2024, ballot, the City respectfully requests, for consistency with its voters and to avoid voter confusion, that the measure called by this Resolution be designated by the letter “S.” Only in the event that the Elections Office determines not to issue the letter “S” to any public entity in the City of Sanger, the City requests that the measure called by this Resolution be designated a letter preferenced in numerical order as follows: (i) the letter “P”, (ii) the letter “E”, and (iii) the letter “R.”

SECTI
ON 10. General Provisions.

A. In all particulars not recited in this resolution, the election shall be held and conducted as provided by law for holding municipal elections.

B. The Fresno County Clerk/Registrar of Voters shall give the appropriate notices for the election and shall conduct the election pursuant to appropriate provisions of state law. The City of Sanger acknowledges the Fresno County Clerk/Registrar may conduct the election in accordance with Elections Code 10418.

C. The City Attorney shall prepare an impartial analysis of the measure in accordance with Elections Code Section 9280 and file it with the Fresno County Clerk/Registrar of Voters.

D. The City Clerk shall file a certified copy of this resolution with the Fresno County Clerk/Registrar of Voters as required by applicable law. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to work with the Fresno County Clerk/Registrar of Voters and take all steps necessary to cause placement of the Measure on the ballot. A copy of this resolution and the proposed ordinance shall be made available to any voter upon request.

Section 11. O
fficial Actions. The City Clerk and City Attorney are authorized to perform all duties as required by the Elections Code and to make any typographical, clerical, non-substantive corrections to this resolution as may be deemed necessary to conform to any requirements of the Fresno County Clerk/Registrar of Voters.

Section 12.

Effective Date. This resolution is effective upon adoption.

(Certification on next page)

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The foregoing City of Sanger Resolution No. 2024-45 was adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Sanger held on the 18th day of July 2024, and passed at said meeting by the following vote:

AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ
NOES: HURTADO
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE

The foregoing resolution is hereby approved.
______________________________
Frank Gonzalez
Mayor
ATTEST:

________________________________
Rebeca Padron, City Clerk

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1 EXHIBIT “A” TO RESOLUTION

ORDINANCE NO. 2024-07

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANGER
AMENDING SECTION 66-219 OF ARTICLE VI OF CHAPTER 66 OF THE

SANGER CITY CODE RELATING TO EXTENSION OF SANGER POLICE, FIRE, PARAMEDIC 9-1-1 EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND GANG

PREVENTION SPECIAL TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANGER DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Section 66-219 of Chapter 66, Article VI, of the Sanger City Code is amended to read as follows:

66-219. TERMINATION DATE. The authority to levy the tax imposed by this ordinance shall continue in effect until ended by the voters of the City.

SECTION 2.

Com pliance with the California Environmental Quality Act. The approval of this ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Sections 21000 et seq ., “CEQA,” and 14 Cal. Code Reg. Sections 15000 et. seq ., “CEQA Guidelines”). This ordinance imposes a special tax that can be used only for any legitimate governmental purpose as specified in the ordinance. It is not a commitment to any specific project that may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment.

SECTION 3. T
wo-Thirds Voter Approval. The tax imposed by this ordinance is a special tax. This tax shall be effective only if approved by two -thirds of the City’s voters voting thereon at the November 5, 2024, City election.

SECTION 4. E
ffective Date. This ordinance relates to the levying and collecting of the City transactions and use taxes and shall take effect immediately.

SECTION 5. C
ertification and Publication. The City Clerk shall certify the final approval of this Ordinance, publish the same as required by law, and forward a copy of the adopted Ordinance to the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration.

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2 The foregoing ordinance was passed and approved for placement on the ballot by a 2/3 vote of the City Council of the City Council held on July 18, 2024, by the following vote:

AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ
NOES: HURTADO
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE

The foregoing ordinance was adopted by the voters of the City of Sanger at the regular election held on November 5, 2024 by the following vote:

YES:

NO:

The foregoing ordinance is hereby approved.

____________________________________
Rebeca Padron, City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM:

__________________________________
Hilda Cantú Montoy, City Attorney

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RESOLUTION NO

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANGER TO

SUPPORT FLINDING OF GANG/DRUG PREVENTION SERVICES
WHEREAS, the citizens of the City of Sanger passed Measure S in 2007; and WHEREAS, the Sanger City Council adopted Ordinance 1094, an ordinance of the voters of the City of Sanger adding Article VI to Chapter 66 of the Sanger City Code, enacting a special 3A cett transactions and use tax for Public Safety; and WHEREAS, Section 66-214 of Ordinance 1094 states that, "All proceeds of the tax levied and imposed hereunder shall be accounted for and paid into a special Public Safety Trust Fund or account designated for use by the City of Sanger for the Police, Fire, Paramedic, 9-1-1 Emergency and Gang/Drug Prevention Services
NOW THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Sanger, State of California supports funding of Gang/Drug Prevention Services beginning in Fiscal Year 201212013 and that the City Council:

1. Invest in gangldrug prevention;

2. Partition dollars between public safety and community non-profits;

3. Adopt criteria for grant funding;

4. Broadcast availability of grant funding;

5. Direct that basic requirements of funding applications be evaluated by the City Manager combined with a review by an internal review committee for feasibility and fiscal sustainability;

6. Require performance evaluation presentations before a Council/COC joint meeting; and,

7. Authorize that a draft budget be presented to the COC in which a majority of funds to be allocated to community non-profits with the remainder to city sponsored programs.
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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, Califomia, at a regular meeting held on the 17ft day of November, Z}it,by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

COUNCIL MEMBERS:

COLINCIL MEMBERS:

COUNCILMEMBERS:

COI-INCIL MEMBERS:

MITCHELL, ONTIVERoS, RUIZ, CASTELLANO, NiELS0N
NONE
NONE
NONE

4. M. Mergan, Crty Clerk
4>r
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CitY of Sanger
Ga ng/Drug Prevention Services
FY 2OL2 | 2OL3 APPlication
The City of Sanger will take applications for programs that address Anti-gang/drug strategies including gang prevention, intervention, education, job training and skill development. Priority will be given to programs that implement identified best practices to address youth/gang violence. Applicants are required to include materials that support the identified model as well as expected outcomes.

Purpose:

Reflecting the city's efforts to make Sanger a more livable place, this program is designed to provide a coordinated community response to youth gangs in the City of Sanger. The strategies to be employed include community building, education, peer mentoring and employment preparedness. The intent of the program is to further support community based youth-serving agencies that develop Sanger's young people, thus preventing youth gangs and fostering positive relationships with the schools, local community agencies and neighborhood crime prevention efforts.

Objectives:

The following are the objectives of the program: mobilize the local community to implement strategies regarding gang violence; provide education and build awareness regarding youth gangs; provide education and build awareness among parents and local community members regarding the impact youth gangs have on the community; create and maintain relationships with those youth most at risk of being victims or suspects of gang related violence; create and maintain effective communication with partner services and involved community members; and, identify at-risk youth and deter gang membership.

Goals:

The goals of the program are to:
1) decrease the potential for acts of gang related violence; 2) decrease the potential for retaliatory acts;
3) increase the number of service referrals offered to gang affected at risk youth in areas of counseling, mentoring, education, employment training and opportunities and other assistance related programming;
4) track actions and results effectively;
5) increase communication and coordination with law enforcement, probation and parole, and community partners when applying intervention and prevention strategies.

Scope of Work:

City of Sanger is seeking proposals from grantees with demonstrated experience in providing gang outreach service to high-risk gang-involved and gang-associated youth and young adults up to the age of

25. Eligibility:

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Who Can Apply
1) Only city sponsored services and registered non-profit organizations (organization's 501 (c) (3) incorporation number must be provided) and
2) Organizations who will serve the youth of Sanger.

Who Cannot Apply
1) Groups other than registered non-profit groups [e.g., for profit groups]. 2l lndividuals who do not represent a registered non-profit group. 3) Public and private schools including post secondary educational institutions, or groups seeking funding for school-based programs'
4l Pre-schools and child care providers.
5) Others, as determined by the Citizens Oversight Committee and City Council.

Key Determinants of Eligibility
To be considered eligible, all proposals must demonstrate that:
1) Primarily Sanger residents will be served,
2) An effort has been made to seek funding from sources other than the City and the applicant, and
3) Funding and/or non-funding partnerships have been established.

Items Eligible for Funding
Items eligible for funding are those required to directly deliver the project, including regular Group operating expenses or program/project specific expenses, including:

1.Professional and administrative salaries and benefits 2Consultant services to deliver the project
3Office rent
4Supplies
5Equipment
6Rentals [e.g., vehicles, equipment, and maintenance]
7l Heat
8) Light
9) Telephone
10) Photocopying
11) Materials
Items Not Eligible For Funding
Grants are not for:
1) Debt retirement
2) Land and land improvements
3) Building construction and repairs
4l Retroactive funding
5) Operating deficits
6) Political activities including: promoting or serving a political party or group; lobbying of a political party, or for a political cause. 2 PAGE 120
7l Activities that are restricted to or primarily serve the membership of the organization, unless group membership is open to a wide sector of the community (e.g., women, seniors) and is available free-of-charge or for a nominal fee that may be reduced or exempted in case of need. 8) Expenses that may be funded by other government programs or entities 9) Annual fund-raising campaigns, form letter requests or telephone campaigns
10) Expenses related to attendance at seminars, workshops, symposiums, or conferences
11) Public and private school-based programs
L2) Travel costs outside of the City of Sanger
13) Others, as determined by the Citizens Oversight Committee and City Council.

Application Review Considerations:

Benefits of Funding Proposal
To determine the benefits of funded group programs, the following qualitative and q ua ntitative factors a re considered :
1) The quality and credibility of the group (e.g., accreditation, licenses). 2) The purpose of the proposed program (e.g., prevention and intervention programs have inherent value).
3) The quality of the program offered (e.g., sound practice followed, delivered by responsible people and professionals).
4l The number ofyouth served.
5) Evaluations of the program once delivered (e.g., youth and participant lette rs, su rveys; com m u n ity accepta nce; progra m eva luatio ns). 6) Benefits to the community at large.

Grant Allocation Considerations
ln reviewing grant applications, preparing recommendations and making grant decisions, primary consideration is given to:
1) Demonstrated organizational efficiency, effectiveness and stability The number ofSanger youth served 2
3The quality of service
4The financial need of the Group
5The proposed community interaction
6The role and number of volunteers
7The use of existing community services and facilities
8Unique nature - not a duplication of service
9Applying to more than one funding source
10) Partnership roles
11) other city programs, services and financial assistance already provided.

L2) Grant allocations are partially dependent on the Measure S annual budget. 13) Not all groups meeting the Program requirements will necessarily receive a grant.
14) Based on the number of applications, groups may not receive the full grant that they request, but only a portion of it.
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15) Grants are not to be regarded as an entitlement.
16) Approval of a grant in any one year is not to be regarded as an automatic ongoing source of annual funding.
17) As the Citizens Oversight Committee and City Council wishes to maximize benefits from the Grant Program, the assessment of City Grant applications is flexible.

Qual ity of Documentation
A quality, fully completed application has a better chance of receiving City funding.

Quality of Application Comments
1Thoroughness of proposa I
2Clarity of proposal.
3Amount of requested grant and why
4State proposed benefits of City grant.
5) Capability of Group to deliver project.
6) Applicants are to demonstrate financial partnerships and whether they have been applied for, or already received.
7) City staff has a limited amount of time to ask groups to clarify their applications. 8) Successful applicants are those who fully address all their Program Phases and requirements.
9) Applicants are to provide documentation that addresses the Program Principles, Goals, Objectives, Multiple Criteria, Policies and Requirements. 10) How well applicants do this, thoroughly and with clarity, will affect the success of their application and their future applications.
11) All application projects must have a specific set of goals, objectives, deliverables, clients and benefits.
12) All funded activities must specify a start and finishing date.

L3) Organizations seeking funding of community based programs in schools or on school grounds must provide a statement from the School Principal or the School District that the proposed use is approved of and will be accommodated, should funding be received.

Financial Considerations
Applicants must submit:
1) The Group's audited financial statements for the most recent completed fiscal year including the auditor's report signed by the external auditors. 2) lf audited financial statements are not available, submit the reviewed financial statements for the most recent completed fiscal year along with the review engagement report signed by the external auditors. 3) lf neither audited nor reviewed financial statements are available, submit the compiled financial statements for the most recent completed fiscal year along with a compilation report signed by the external auditors. 4) lf neither L,2 or 3 are available, financial statements for the most recent completed fiscal year endorsed by two signing officers of the Board of Directors.
5) The Group's current fiscal year operating budget.
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6) The Group's budget to support the application (e.g., Operating Assistance or Com munitY Service budget).

Group applications will be reviewed for financial accountability by City of Sanger Finance staff.

Less Favorably Considered Applications
Applications which are less favored are those which:
1) Rely only on City funding
2l Are funded by a single Group and the City
3) Risk the Group becoming dependant on City grants
4) Demonstrate insufficient partnering
5) Unnecessarily duplicate existing services
6) other.

Awarding of Grants
Council Decision
1)Council will make the final grant decisions, at its sole discretion, based on the recommendations of the Citizen's Oversight Committee and adherence to program goals,
Principles, Multiple Criteria, Policies and Requirements, and a review of City staff recommendations.

Council may:
. Approve a funding application:
review)
Recuperation of Grant
o Should the funds not be used for the stated purpose, the applicant is to automatically return them to the City.

No Appeal
o There is no appeal to Council's decision, due to the high number of applications for limited Grant Program funding, and as applicants may apply in the next year.
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City of Sanger
Gang/Drug Prevention Program
2012 Application
LEAD APPLICANT / ORGANIZATION:

ADDRESS:
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PHONE NUMBER:FAX NUMBER:

FEDERAL ID#:TAX.EXEMPT DESIG NATION :

PRI MARY CONTACT PERSON :EMAIL:

CO-APPTICANT / ORGAN IZATION :

ADDRESS:

PHONE NUMBER:FAX NUMBER:

FEDERAL ID#:TAX-EXEMPT DESIG NATION :

PRI MARY CONTACT PERSON :EMAIL:
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Application Checklist
Applicant Name:

Program Name:

Review the following list of documentation requirements. The original must include all of the following information in the order outlined below. The 3 copies submitted must include Tabs A-C in the order outlined below. Proposal that do not contain all of the following information will be considered ineligible.

Tab A( ) Cover Letter (optional)
( ) Program CoverSheet
( ) Application Checklist
( ) Application lnformation
( ) Section 1: Application Narrative
( )Section 2: Program Budget
Attachments for ALL programs
Tab C( ) Job descriptions for Measure S-funded positions and resumes for funded positions ( ) Program-specific Organizational Chart
Attachments for ORIGINAL COPY ONLY
Tab B
Tab D( )Organizational chart (not program specific)
( ) Organizational Budget (not program specific)
( ) Articles of lncorporation
( ) Organization By-laws
( ) Most recent Financial Audit/Certified Financial Statement ( ) lnsurance Documents
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2012 Application
APPlication Narrative
Response to eoch of the following questions is required (please put N/A for not applicable). Pleose take note that some questions hove multiple parts and ensure that eoch question is answered fully.

Attqch additionat pages if necessary. Failure to fully and accurately respond to all questions or comply with alt submission requirements witt result in the disqualificotion of the entire applicotion.

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
1) Name/Title of Program to be Funded
2') Program Summary:
3) Organizational Capacity: Provide background on your organization including but not limited to r OrganizationOverview
o Organizational Capacity: Detail agencies programs and services that will be used to support the proposed model and demonstrated track record and history in providing services to high risk youth
o Age or organization
o Number of employees
o Annual revenue
o Number of employees assigned to this program
o Summary of 201.1, accomplishments
4) lf partnering with another agency please detail the role each organization will take in the implementation of this grant.
5) Work Plan
a. Provide a description of the program.
b. This program is intended to reach those (at-risk)youth who are currently not involved in programs; please indicate your method for recruiting and reaching these youth. c. What program is this modeled after (please provide necessary documentation)? 6) Program Goals: ldentify your goals and objectives. What will your project accomplish? 7) lntake: lndicate eligibility requirements for program participants and which income benefit category you expect to meet.
8) Please provide an implementation schedule outlining project activities and an anticipated timeframe for completion.
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L0) please provide information on the individuals who would comprise your operational team for this project.
11) Conflict of lnterest:

Please disclose:

L Any material financial relationship that your organization or any employee has that may create a conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest as a recipient of funds from the City of Sanger.

2. Any family relationships that any employee of your organization has with any City of Sanger elected official or employee that may create a conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest'
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Budget lnformation
A. Budget Narrative
Describe the program budget, including itemized revenues and expenses. The budget narrative should explain the total program budget in detail and explain the budget line items in the order they are listed on the budget form. Provide an explanation for each line item expense. 10 PAGE 128
B. Fiscal Management
Describe the organization's fiscal management including:
r Financial reporting,
o Record keeping,
. Account systems,
. Payment procedures.
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Gang/Drug Prevention Services
2012 Application
Applicant Signature Page
Chief Executive Officer / Executive Director
Lead Applicant
Date
Chief Executive Officer / Executive Director
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Date
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Prepared by: Joshua Groggins Approved by:

REVIEW: City Manager: Finance: City Attorney:

TYPE OF ITEM: COUNCIL ACTION:  APPROVED  DENIED  NO ACTION Consent
Informational Item
X Action Item
Department Report

X Public Hearing
Matter Initiated by a Council Member
Other:

Continued to:

For the Meeting of: March 5, 2026
Agenda Item No.: I-1

CITY OF SANGER

REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL

To: Mayor and Councilmembers
From: Dr. Joshua Goggins, Community Development Director Subject: Initiation of Annexation of Real Property for Regional Storm Drain Facility – Property located on the South S ide of North Avenue B etween Indian ola and Bethel Avenues (APN 332-080-40).

Attachments:

1. 2035 General Plan Land Use Map

2. Aerial and Street View of Project Area

3. Location Map – Tract 6493 and Proposed Regional Storm Drain Basin

4. City Council Ordinance No. 2026-02

CONFLICT OF INTEREST:

None known.

RECOMMENDATION:

1. Waive the full reading and adopt by title only, Ordinance No. 2026-02 an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Sanger approving Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment No 2026-01 for pre-annexation zoning from Fresno County’s AE-20 (Exclusive Agriculture) to the City’s RSC (Recreation, Schools, and Conservation) zone district for approximately 11.42 acres located on the south side of North Avenue between Indianola and Bethel Avenues (APN 332-080-40)

PROJECT BACKGROUND:

The project site consists of approximately 11.42 acres of land and associated public right -of-way generally bounded by East North Avenue to the north, South Indianola Avenue to the west, and South Bethel Avenue to the east. The subject property is located within Fresno County and within the City of Sanger’s Sphere of Influence.

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annexation, for the subdivision known as Tentative Tract 6493, being developed by Lennar Homes of California (Lennar). One of the conditions of approval of that project is to acquire and construct (at least initially) the master-planned storm drainage basin facility for the Southwest Drainage Area, as defined by the City’s Storm Drain Master Plan (“Basin Condition”). The location of this regional basin facility has been planned for almost a quarter of a century and was defined as early as 2003 with the 2025 General Plan and was also included with the City’s current 2035 General Plan. This regional stormwater drain facility is anticipated to serve a 450- acre area, including Phase 1 of the Lennar development, which is approximately 40 acres. See Attachment 1 for the adopted Land Use Map where the basin area is highlighted and see Attachment 2 for aerial and street views of the project area.

The property of the location of the proposed regional stormwater drain facility is owned by Choolijian Farms (“Choolijian”). The City Council previously authorized an agreement to transfer title of the property to the City.

As previously flagged for the Council, the property for the regional stormwater drain facility is currently outside of City limits, but within the City’s sphere of influence. As a result, this property will need to be pre-zoned and annexed into the City. Additionally, the California Government Code requires a finding of General Plan conformity and review for the same by the Planning Commission, and a CEQA assessment for the project as may be appropriate.

This staff report addresses the required pre-zoning and initiation of annexation proceedings with the Fresno Local Agency Formation Commission ( Fresno LAFCO) to allow implementation of storm drainage facilities and to ensure consistency with the City’s 2035 General Plan and zoning regulations upon annexation.

INITIATION OF ANNEXATION:

The basin property is located outside of City limits, consisting of approximately 11.42 acres generally located on the south side of North Avenue between Indianola and Bethel Avenues (APN 332-080-40). 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 LAFC O) is the authority in decisions on change of organization boundaries (City Limits), including annexations. Planning Commission recommended initiation to City Council at a public hearing held on January 29, 2026. The first step in this process is initiation of annexation by the City via resolution directing staff to proceed with application to Fresno LAFCO.

GENERAL PLAN CONFORMITY:

California Government Code Section 65402 requires that the City cannot acquire real property for public purposes until the matter has been submitted to the Planning Commission for a report as to conformity with the adopted General Plan. This matter was considered by the Planning Commission at its meeting on November 10, 2025, and the Planning Commission found that the proposed regional stormwater drain facility on the Choolijian property was consistent with the City’s adopted 2035 General Plan.

As stated earlier, Attachment 1 shows the Land Use Map from the adopted 2035 General Plan and depicts a “Storm Drain Facility” within the Choolijian property. Attachment 3 shows the planned location of the actual basin, which aligns more or less with the existing topography of the site, which can be seen in the street and aerial views in Attachment 2. The low-lying topography, as well as the location relative to the 450-acres being served by the proposed basin, were part of the initial site determination for the facility. As a result, the proposed location is in substantial conformance to the 2035 General Plan.

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ZONING ORDINANCE CONFORMITY:

The subject property is outside of the city limits. Therefore, prezoning is required to match the General Plan Land Use. The subject property will go from County of Fresno: AE-20 (Exclusive Agricultural) to City of Sanger RSC (Recreation, Schools and Conservation) zone district. The RSC zone district is consistent with the 2035 General Plan designation of Storm Drain Facility.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS

Staff have evaluated the proposed project in accordance with CEQA Guidelines section 15183, which allows streamlined environmental review for projects that are consistent with the development density and policies of an adopted General Plan for which an EIR has been certified.

Based on staff review of the 2035 General Plan and the certified General Plan EIR, the proposed storm drain basin project is proposed to be found to be consistent with the General Plan and within the scope of the impacts analyzed in the General Plan EIR, for the following reasons:

1. The project is consistent with the development density established by existing zoning, community plan or general plan policies for which an EIR was certified. • The project site is designated “Storm Drain Facility” under the 2035 General Plan. Storm drainage basins and related public utility infrastructure are allowed uses within this designation.

2. There are no project specific effects which are peculiar to the project or its site. • The proposed storm drain basin directly implements these policies and does not conflict with any General Plan objectives.
• There are no unique features or other unusual conditions of the property that would give rise to specific effect peculiar to the site; this is a property of a type generally found throughout the 2035 General Plan planning area and common to the area.

3. There are no project specific impacts which the EIR for the General Plan failed to analyze as significant effects.
• The project is within the development intensity and infrastructure assumptions considered in the EIR.

4. There are no potentially significant off-site and/or cumulative impacts which the GPU EIR failed to evaluate. There is no substantial new information which results in more severe impacts than anticipated by the EIR for the General Plan Update.
• There are no substantial changes to the project, circumstances, or regulatory environment that would trigger the need for a subsequent or supplemental EIR. The project qualifies for reliance on the General Plan EIR under CEQA Guidelines §15183, and preparation of additional CEQA documents is not required.

As a result, no further analysis is required by CEQA, and the City Council may adopt an exemption for this project pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21083.3 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15183.

REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

The property has been planned for a regional storm drain facility for decades and is designated as such in the 2035 General Plan. The acquisition and construction of the basin is a condition of approval of Tract 6493, which has been approved by the Planning Commission and the City Council. The basin will provide a regional benefit and the acquisition of real property for this use will be in substantial conformance to the 2035 General Plan.

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FISCAL IMPACT:

No fiscal impact.

ALTERNATIVES:

The City Council may choose not to adopt the resolution. If so, staff requests the Council provide direction on next steps.

ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

The acquisition of the property is contingent upon close of escrow and transfer of the property to the City.

As part of the process, staff will submit the annexation resolution to Fresno LAFCO.

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ORDINANCE NO. 2026-02

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANGER
APPROVING ZONING ORDINANCE MAP AMENDMENT NO 2026 -01
FOR PRE -ANNEXATION ZONING FROM FRESNO COUNTY’S AE -20
(EXCLUSIVE AGRICULTURE) TO THE CITY’S RSC (RECREATION,

SCHOOLS, AND CONSERVATION) ZONE DISTRICT FOR
APPROXIMATELY 11.42 ACRES LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF

NORTH AVENUE BETWEEN INDIANOLA AND BETHEL AVENUES
(APN 332-080-40)

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. 2026- 01, ANX 2026-01) , pre -zoning (Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2026-01, ZOA 2026-01 ), to develop a regional storm drain facility, approximately 11.42 acres generally located south of North Avenue, east of Indianola Avenue, and west of Bethel Avenue (APN 332-080-40 ); and

WHEREAS, the Project proposes a Regional Storm Drain Facility on 11.42 acres in the Sphere of Influence of the City of Sanger; and

WHEREAS, the Project includes application ZOA 2026-01, to pre -zone the Project area in anticipation of annexation, from the existing Fresno County AE-20 (Exclusive Agricultural, 20 acre minimum) zone district to the City of Sanger RSC (Resource, Schools and Conservation) zone district for 11.42 acres of the Project area, consistent with the Land Use Designation Storm Drain Facility; 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 2026-01 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, the proposed annexation and pre-zoning have been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and the action is within the scope of the environmental analysis previously completed 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 January 29, 2026, to consider a recommendation of approval to the City Council for ANX 2026-01 and ZOA 2026-01, at which time all interested parties were given an opportunity to be heard and PAGE 137
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present evidence; and

WHEREAS, the City Council now desires to approve Zoning Ordinance A mendment 2026-01,

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 finds the project is consistent with the 2035 General Plan, and that all potentially significant impacts were addressed in the 2035 General Plan EIR (SCH#2003011060). Therefore, the project is exempt from further environmental review under CEQA Guidelines Section 15183.

Section 3. General Plan Consistency for ZOA 2026-01. The City Council finds that ZOA 2026-01 is consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the 2035 General Plan. In this regard, the City Council find that public necessity, convenience, general welfare, and good zoning practices justify approval of ZOA 202 6-01.

Specifically, the pre-zoning change is consistent with the 2035 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 City’s zoning ordinance 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 2035 General Plan.

Section 4. Approval of ZOA 2026-01 for a Regional Storm Drain Facility . The City Council adopts this ordinance approving Zoning Amendment ZOA 2026-01 as set forth in Exhibit “A” to this Ordinance.

Section 5. Severability. 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. 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 PAGE 138
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the ordinance is adopted and again after the meeting at which it is adopted.

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The foregoing ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Sanger held on February 19, 2026, and was passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on _______________, 2026, 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

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Exhibit A

Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment No. 2026-01 –
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Prepared by: Joshua Rogers____ Approved by: ________________________

REVIEW: City Manager: ______ Finance: _______ City Attorney: ______ TYPE OF ITEM: COUNCIL ACTION:  APPROVED  DENIED  NO ACTION ____ Consent
____ Info Item
_X__ Action Item
____ Department Report
____ Redevelopment Agency

_X__ Public Hearing
____ Matter Initiated by a Council Member
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____ Continued to: __________

For the Meeting of: March 5, 2026
Agenda Item No.: I-2

CITY OF SANGER

REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL

To: Mayor and City Council
From: Joshua Rogers, City Engineer
Subject: Highway Safety Improvement Program Project
Proposed Crosswalk Removals – Jensen & Hawley Avenues and Jensen & Oatman Avenues
Attachments:

1. Photos

2. Notice of Planned Crosswalk Removals

CONFLICT OF INTEREST:

None known.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council conduct a public hearing and, at the conclusion of the hearing, authorize Staff to remove the existing marked crosswalks at two intersections as part of the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Cycle 11 project, which is going to construction this Spring/Summer. The intersections are Jensen & Hawley and Jensen & Oatman.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

Staff have completed the engineering design for the HSIP project, and the bid documents are currently being advertised. As part of this effort, Staff is recommending the elimination of existing marked crosswalks along Jensen Avenue at the Hawley & Oatman intersections.

BACKGROUND:

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to enhance pedestrian safety along the Jensen Avenue corridor. These improvements were identified by a Systemic Safety Analysis Report (SSAR) prepared and adopted by the Council back in 2019.

That report was used to secure funding through HSIP to implement the improvements. In developing the SSAR , Staff reviewed all existing marked crosswalks on Jensen Avenue between Indianola and Academy Avenues. Regarding the subject crosswalks at Hawley & Oatman Avenues, they are uncontrolled, meaning they are not controlled by a stop sign, yield sign, or traffic signal. Neither is currently accompanied by any signage alerting motorists to pedestrian crossings. See attached photos in Attachment 1.

It appears from old aerial photos that these crosswalk s were installed at least 20 years ago, and most likely longer, prior to many of the updated traffic control standards from the late 1990s on, and the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) has specific guidelines and requirements for marked crosswalks on public roadways.

Section 3B.18.08 of the MUTCD states: “Crosswalk lines should not be used indiscriminately. An engineering study should be performed before a marked crosswalk is installed at a location away from a traffic control signal or an approach controlled by a STOP or YIELD sign. The engineering study should consider the number of lanes, the presence of a median, the distance from adjacent signalized intersections, the pedestrian volumes and delays, the average daily traffic (ADT), the posted or statutory speed limit or 85 - percentile speed, the geometry of the location, the possible consolidation of multiple crossing points, the availability of street lighting, and other appropriate factors.”

The SSAR analyzed each pedestrian crossing in the Jensen Avenue corridor for geometrics, sight distance, pedestrian usage rates, etc. , and recommended a consolidation of some of the crossings to specific locations, at which safety improvements would be made. Based on the relatively long lengths of the crossings, the availability of crossings at other nearby locations, the relatively low usage of these crossings, and the heavy volumes and high traffic speeds on Jensen Avenue, Staff recommends that the existing marked crosswalks at Jensen & Oatman and Jensen & Hawley Avenue be removed with the HSIP project. Under Section 21950.5 of the CA Vehicle Code, the City is required to provide notice to the public when a marked crosswalk is identified for removal to ensure the public is notified and has an opportunity to comment. The notice and opportunity to be heard must be given at least 30 days prior to the scheduled removal. It is anticipated that the removal will occur in late April or early May of 2026. In addition to publishing the notice of public hearing in the Mid Valley Times , the attached notice (see Attachment 2) has been posted at each of the sites

REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

It is Staff’s opinion that the costs and the pedestrian safety risk of leaving and improving the existing crosswalk at Jensen & Hawley and Jensen & Oatman are not justified by their low usage.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is positive fiscal impact resulting from Staff’s recommendation. There would be recurring costs to continue to maintain the crosswalk striping as is and additional incurred costs to enhance the crosswalks with high-visibility markings and signage.

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ALTERNATIVES:

The City Council can direct Staff to:

1. Keep the crosswalks as they currently exist; or

2. Re-establish the crosswalks, but enhance with high-visibility markings and warning signage.

Neither of the aforementioned alternatives were included in the adopted SSAR, nor are they included in the budget for the HSIP Project.

ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

The City’s contractor for the project (once determined and procured from a competitive public bidding process) will remove the crosswalk as identified in the project bid documents, along with performing the other project construction work.

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February 20, 2026
City of SANGER, California

1700 7th Street
Sanger, California 93657
(559) 876-6300
FAX (559) 875-8956

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

PUBLIC HEARING
March 5, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

Sanger City Hall
1700 7th Street, Sanger CA.

PURPOSE
To hear public comments prior to the elimination of a marked crosswalks at the following locations for the City of Sanger HSIP Cycle 11 – Jensen Avenue Pedestrian Crossing Improvements Project:

1. Jensen Avenue and Hawley Avenue

2. Jensen Avenue and Oatman Avenue

BACKGROUND
The City plans to begin construction in April of 2026 for a pedestrian safety improvements project at various intersections along Jensen Avenue from Lyon Avenue to N Street. The project locations and improvements were determined based on the City of Sanger Systemic Safety Analysis Report (SSAR) which was adopted by City Council under Resolution No. 2019-55. The goal of the SSAR was to identify potential safety improvements along the Jensen Avenue corridor for vehicles and pedestrians. Among the improvements identified and recommended in the SSAR which are to be implemented with this project are the removal of two uncontrolled crosswalks located at Jensen Avenue/Hawley Avenue and Jensen Avenue/Oatman Avenue. Pedestrian traffic will be consolidated to nearby crosswalks which are more desirable for use due to shorter crossing lengths, better sight distance, and/or controlled by a traffic signal. The remaining crosswalks, if not already controlled by a traffic signal, will be upgraded with pedestrian rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFB) and high visibility crosswalks for increased safety.

The City is required to provide notice to the public under Section 21950.5 of the CA Vehicle Code when a crosswalk is identified for removal to ensure the public is notified and has an opportunity to comment. Notice has been posted at the site as required.

All interested persons will be provided the opportunity to present oral comments to the City Council at the hearing prior to final Council action. Written comments may be submitted prior to the hearing on March 5, to Lina Martinez, City Clerk, at 1700 7
th Street, Sanger, CA 93657 or by email at [email protected]. At the public hearing, Staff will summarize any comments received and present a final recommendation for City Council consideration. At the conclusion of the hearing, the City Council may choose to eliminate these crosswalks as part of the HSIP Cycle 11 – Jensen Avenue Pedestrian Crossing Improvements Project.

If you have any questions, contact Josh Rogers, City Engineer at (559) 876-6300 or send an email to [email protected].

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Jensen and Hawley Avenues - Looking West
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Jensen and Hawley Avenues - Looking North
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Jensen and Oatman Avenues - Looking South
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Jensen and Oatman Avenues - Looking West
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Jensen and Oatman Avenues - Looking West
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