Agenda packet — Tulare City Council, September 15, 2026 (part 1 of 2)

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City Council Meeting Notice & Agenda
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 - 5:30 p.m. Regular Meeting City Council Chamber, 491 North M Street, Tulare, CA 93274 www.tulare.ca.gov
Mission Statement
To promote a quality of life making Tulare the most desirable community in which to live, learn, play, work, worship and prosper.

Regular City Council meetings are held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at the Council Chamber, located inside the Tulare Public Library, 491 North M Street, Tulare. Meetings are subject to cancellation. Additional meetings may be scheduled as needed.

City Council meetings are open to the public at the physical address listed above. You may attend these meetings in person or remotely through the City’s official remote platform as described below.

Members of the public may address the City Council on matters within the jurisdiction of the City of Tulare.

Those wishing to speak are encouraged to complete a Public Comment Card and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. You may also submit written comments via e-mail to [email protected]. Please include your name and reference the agenda item you are commenting on, if any. Written comments received that do not specify an agenda item will be marked for the Public Comment section of the agenda. Emails received by noon on the date of the meeting will be provided to the City Council at the meeting and made part of the record of proceedings but will not be read aloud.

Comments by the public are limited to three minutes per speaker, unless otherwise extended by the Council. At the start of any agenda item, the mayor may limit the number of speakers or the time allotted per comment, depending on the number of participants and length of the agenda. When called upon to speak, begin by stating your name and city of residence.

Meeting agendas and related documents are available at www.tulare.ca.gov/agendas. Copies are also available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, 411 E. Kern Avenue, Second Floor, during regular business hours.

Individuals who require accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services necessary to participate in this meeting should contact the City Clerk's Office at (559) 684-4200 or [email protected]. The e-mail subject line should read "ADA Accommodation Request" or "Language Assistance" and the e-mail should include your name, address, telephone number, and a description of the request.

Remote Participation
Link to Join: https://bit.ly/3OE8hfz
Telephone Number: (669) 900-6833
Meeting ID: 810 7902 3401
Persons attending the meeting remotely will have the opportunity to provide comments at the appropriate times during the meeting. To speak during a public comment period, press *9 on your phone to raise your hand or click “Raise Hand” in the webinar. At the appropriate time, you will be prompted to unmute yourself and asked to identify yourself when providing public comment.

City Councilmembers
Patrick Isherwood, Mayor
Steve Harrell, Vice Mayor
Jose Sigala
Terry A. Sayre
Dennis A. Mederos
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1. CALL TO ORDER

2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION – Caleb Byron, Youth Pastor of Tulare Community Church, to deliver an invocation.

3. PUBLIC COMMENT - Members of the public wishing to comment on any item not appearing on the agenda may address the City Council at this time. State law prevents Council from acting on any matter not on the agenda; however, your comments may be referred to staff for follow up. This is also the time for the public to comment on items listed under the Consent Calendar or to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes. Comments related to Public Hearing and General Business items will be heard at the time those items are discussed. In fairness to all who wish to speak, public comment is limited to a total of fifteen minutes with each speaker allowed three minutes, unless otherwise extended by Council. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. For those that wish to provide public comment while attending the meeting remotely, press *9 on your phone to raise your hand or click “Raise Hand” in the webinar.

4. COMMUNICATIONS - Communications are to be submitted to the City Manager’s Office ten days prior to a Council meeting to be considered for this section of the agenda. No action will be taken on matters listed under Communications; however, the Council may direct staff to schedule issues raised during Communications for a future meeting.

5. COUNCIL REPORTS AND ITEMS OF INTEREST

6. CONSENT CALENDAR - All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered by the Council to be routine and will be enacted in one motion without discussion. If discussion is desired, that item may be removed and considered separately.

6.1 Waive the reading of ordinances and approve reading by title only.

Recommended Action: Approve the reading by title only of all ordinances and that further reading of such ordinances by waived.

6.2 Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes.

Recommended Action: Approve the minutes of the special and/or regular meeting of September 1, 2026. [M. Wilcox]

6.3 Grant of Easement to SCE Related to F&C Farming Subdivision.

6.4 Enterprise Resource Planning System Financial Reconciliation & Close Support.

Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement with Macias Gini & O’Connell LLP (MGO) for enterprise resource planning system (“ERP system”) financial reconciliation and year-end close support services to assist the City with its first fiscal year-end close following the conversion from Eden Systems to Tyler Enterprise ERP (“EERP”), including general ledger validation and reconciliation, year-end close procedures, and related financial reporting, fund balance, capital project, and purchase order/encumbrance reconciliation services, in an amount not to exceed $50,000, subject to available appropriations; and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute any necessary documents associated with the agreement pending non-substantive changes recommended by the City Attorney. [M.

Roberts]
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6.5 Economic Development Updates.

Recommended Action: Receive an update on economic development activities. [J. Gomez]

6.6 Grant of Easement to SoCalGas for the Parking Lot South of 215 E. Kern Avenue.

7. PUBLIC HEARING - Comments related to Public Hearing items are limited to three minutes per speaker, for a maximum of thirty minutes per item, unless otherwise extended by Council. For those that wish to provide public comment while attending the meeting remotely, press *9 on your phone to raise your hand or click “Raise Hand” in the webinar.

7.1 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER).

7.2 TMC Chapter 10.83 By-Right Approvals Revision.

Recommended Action: Pass-to-print an ordinance approving Zone Amendment 778 to amend Chapter 10.38 (By-Right Approvals) to the Tulare Municipal Code (TMC). [M. Anaya]

7.3 Historic-Cultural Landmark Nomination for the Frew House.

8. GENERAL BUSINESS - Comments related to General Business items are limited to three minutes per speaker, for a maximum of thirty minutes per item, unless otherwise extended by Council. For those that wish to provide public comment while attending the meeting remotely, press *9 on your phone to raise your hand or click “Raise Hand” in the webinar.

8.1 State and Federal Legislative Update and November Election Preview.

Recommended Action: Receive a presentation providing an update on state and federal legislative activity and a preview of the November 2026 statewide ballot measures. [M. Mondell]

8.2 ACFR and Single Audit for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025.

Recommended Action: Review and accept the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and Single Audit for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025. [M. Roberts]

8.3 Community Gardens Presentation.

Recommended Action: Receive a presentation regarding community gardens and the Community Health Trust of Pajaro Valley and City of Watsonville community garden partnership. [C. Orr]

8.4 Discussion Regarding a Potential Data Center Study Session.

8.5 Measure A Voter Education Update.

Recommended Action: Receive an update regarding the City's Measure A voter education efforts (informational only). [T. Gaffery]

9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - NONE SUBMITTED

10. STAFF UPDATES

11. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION TO DISCUSS THE FOLLOWING

11.1 Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Gov. Code § 54957) Title: City Manager

12. RECONVENE FROM CLOSED SESSION

13. CLOSED SESSION REPORT - This is the time for Council to publicly report specified closed session action and the vote taken on those actions, if any.

14. ADJOURNMENT
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Tulare City Council is Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 491 North M Street, Tulare.

AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING AGENDA
I, Melissa Wilcox, City Clerk & Public Affairs Director for the City of Tulare, do hereby certify, in conformance with Government Code Sections 54954.2, that the foregoing agenda was posted for public review on Friday, September 11, 2026.

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Aviso y orden del día de la reunión del Concejo Municipal martes, septiembre 15, 2026 - 5:30 p.m. Sesión ordinaria Sala de sesiones del Concejo Municipal, 491 North M Street, Tulare, CA 93274 www.tulare.ca.gov
Declaración de la misión
Impulsar una mejor calidad de vida, haciendo de Tulare la comunidad más deseable para vivir, aprender, divertirse, trabajar, practicar la fe y prosperar.

Las reuniones ordinarias del Concejo Municipal se celebran el primer y el tercer martes de cada mes en la Sala de Sesiones del Concejo, ubicada dentro de la Biblioteca Pública de Tulare (Tulare Public Library), en el 491 North M Street, Tulare. Las reuniones están sujetas a cancelación. Se pueden programar reuniones adicionales según sea necesario.

Las reuniones del Concejo Municipal están abiertas al público en la dirección física indicada anteriormente. Puede asistir a estas reuniones en persona o de forma remota a través de la plataforma oficial de la Ciudad, según se describe a continuación.

Los miembros del público pueden dirigirse al Concejo Municipal sobre asuntos que sean competencia de la Ciudad de Tulare. Se recomienda a quienes deseen intervenir que completen una tarjeta de comentarios públicos y la entreguen al Secretario Municipal antes del inicio de la reunión. También puede enviar comentarios por escrito a la dirección de correo electrónico [email protected]. Por favor, incluya su nombre y haga referencia al punto del orden del día sobre el que desea opinar, si corresponde. Los comentarios por escrito recibidos que no especifiquen un punto del orden del día se asignarán a la sección de comentarios públicos de la agenda. Los correos electrónicos recibidos antes del mediodía del día de la reunión se entregarán al Concejo Municipal durante la sesión y se incorporarán al acta oficial, pero no se leerán en voz alta.

Las intervenciones del público se limitan a tres minutos por orador, salvo que el Concejo decida ampliar dicho plazo. Al inicio de cualquier punto del orden del día, el alcalde podrá limitar el número de oradores o el tiempo asignado a cada intervención, en función de la cantidad de participantes y de la extensión del orden del día. Cuando se le invite a hablar, comience indicando su nombre y su ciudad de residencia.

Las agendas de las reuniones y los documentos relacionados están disponibles en www.tulare.ca.gov/agendas. También hay copias disponibles para su consulta pública en la Oficina del Secretario Municipal (City Clerk’s Office), en el Ayuntamiento (City Hall), ubicado en 411 E. Kern Avenue, segundo piso, durante el horario habitual de atención.

Las personas que requieran adaptaciones, ayudas auxiliares o servicios necesarios para participar en esta reunión deben comunicarse con la Oficina del Secretario Municipal (City Clerk's Office) llamando al (559) 684-4200 o enviando un correo electrónico a [email protected]. El asunto del correo electrónico debe indicar "ADA Accommodation Request" o "Language Assistance", y el mensaje debe incluir su nombre, dirección, número de teléfono y una descripción de la solicitud.

Participación remota
Enlace para unirse: https://bit.ly/3OE8hfz
Número telefónico: (669) 900-6833
ID de la reunión: 810 7902 3401
Miembros del Concejo Municipal
Patrick Isherwood, Alcalde
Steve Harrell, Vicealcalde
Jose Sigala
Terry A. Sayre
Dennis A. Mederos
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Las personas que asistan a la reunión de forma remota tendrán la oportunidad de hacer comentarios en los momentos oportunos durante la sesión. Para intervenir durante el turno de comentarios del público, marque *9 en su teléfono para levantar la mano o haga clic en la opción "Raise Hand" (Levantar la mano) en el seminario web. En el momento adecuado, se le indicará que active su micrófono y se le pedirá que se identifique al realizar su comentario.

1. APERTURA DE LA SESIÓN

2. JURAMENTO DE LEALTAD E INVOCACIÓN - Caleb Byron, pastor de jóvenes de Tulare Community Church, ofrecerá la invocación.

3. COMENTARIOS DEL PÚBLICO - Los miembros del público que deseen hacer comentarios sobre cualquier asunto que no figure en el orden del día pueden dirigirse al Concejo Municipal en este momento. La ley estatal impide que el Concejo tome medidas sobre asuntos no incluidos en el orden del día; sin embargo, sus comentarios podrán remitirse al personal administrativo para su seguimiento.

Este es también el momento para que el público comente sobre los puntos de la Lista de Consentimiento (Consent Calendar) o solicite que se retire algún punto de dicha lista para su discusión.

Los comentarios relacionados con las audiencias públicas y los asuntos generales se escucharán cuando se traten dichos temas. Para garantizar la equidad con todos los interesados en intervenir, el tiempo total para los comentarios del público se limita a quince minutos, disponiendo cada orador de tres minutos, salvo que el Concejo decida ampliar dicho plazo. Por favor, comience su intervención indicando su nombre y su ciudad de residencia. Quienes deseen participar durante la reunión de forma remota pueden marcar *9 en su teléfono para levantar la mano o hacer clic en la opción "Raise Hand" (Levantar la mano) en el seminario web.

4. COMUNICACIONES - Las comunicaciones deben presentarse ante la Oficina del Administrador Municipal diez días antes de la reunión del Concejo para que sean consideradas en esta sección del orden del día. No se tomarán medidas sobre los asuntos enumerados en la sección de Comunicaciones; no obstante, el Concejo podrá instruir al personal para que programe, en una reunión futura, los temas planteados durante dicha sección.

5. INFORMES DEL CONSEJO Y ASUNTOS DE INTERÉS

6. CALENDARIO DE CONSENTIMIENTO - El Concejo considera rutinarios todos los asuntos incluidos en el Calendario de Consentimiento, los cuales se aprobarán mediante una única moción y sin debate.

Si se desea debatir algún punto, este podrá retirarse de la lista y tratarse por separado.

6.1 Prescindir de la lectura de las ordenanzas y aprobar su lectura únicamente por el título.

Acción recomendada: Aprobar la lectura únicamente por su título de todas las ordenanzas y dispensar la lectura adicional de dichas ordenanzas.

6.2 Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del Concejo Municipal.

Acción recomendada: Aprobar las actas de la reunión especial y/o ordinaria de septiembre 1, 2026. [M. Wilcox]

6.3 Otorgamiento de servidumbre a SCE en relación con la subdivisión F&C Farming.

Acción recomendada: Autorizar al Administrador Municipal a formalizar una concesión de servidumbre y un certificado de transmisión de derechos a favor de Southern California Edison Company (SCE) para la instalación y el mantenimiento de las instalaciones de servicio de SCE ubicadas en los lotes A, B, E y F de la subdivisión F&C Farming, sujeto únicamente a cambios menores de adecuación y aclaración que sean aceptables para el Fiscal Municipal y el Administrador Municipal. [M. Miller]
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6.4 Soporte para la conciliación financiera y el cierre en el sistema de planificación de recursos empresariales (ERP).

Acción recomendada: Autorizar al Administrador Municipal, o a la persona designada, a formalizar un acuerdo con Macias Gini & O’Connell LLP (MGO) para la prestación de servicios de conciliación financiera y apoyo en el cierre de ejercicio fiscal del sistema de planificación de recursos empresariales (sistema "ERP"). Estos servicios tienen como fin asistir a la Ciudad en su primer cierre de ejercicio fiscal tras la migración de Eden Systems a Tyler Enterprise ERP ("EERP"), e incluyen la validación y conciliación del libro mayor, los procedimientos de cierre de ejercicio y los servicios conexos de elaboración de informes financieros y conciliación de saldos de fondos, proyectos de capital y órdenes de compra/compromisos presupuestarios, por un monto máximo de 50.000 dólares, sujeto a la disponibilidad de partidas presupuestarias; asimismo, autorizar al Administrador Municipal, o a la persona designada, a suscribir los documentos necesarios relacionados con dicho acuerdo, a reserva de cualquier modificación no sustancial recomendada por el Asesor Jurídico de la Ciudad. [M. Roberts]

6.5 Actualizaciones sobre desarrollo económico.

Acción recomendada: Recibir una actualización sobre las actividades de desarrollo económico. [J. Gomez]

6.6 Otorgamiento de servidumbre a SoCalGas para el estacionamiento al sur de 215 E. Kern Avenue.

Acción recomendada: Autorizar al Administrador Municipal a formalizar una concesión de servidumbre y un certificado de transmisión de derechos a favor de Southern California Gas Company («SoCalGas») para la instalación y el mantenimiento de instalaciones de servicio de SoCalGas ubicadas en el área de estacionamiento al sur de la propiedad situada en el 215 E Kern Ave, sujeto únicamente a modificaciones menores de adecuación y aclaración que sean aceptables para el Fiscal Municipal y el Administrador Municipal. [M. Miller]

7. AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA - Los comentarios sobre los puntos de la audiencia pública se limitan a tres minutos por orador, con un máximo de treinta minutos por punto, a menos que el Concejo decida ampliar dicho plazo. Quienes deseen intervenir durante la reunión de forma remota pueden marcar *9 en su teléfono para levantar la mano o hacer clic en la opción "Raise Hand" (Levantar la mano) en el seminario web.

7.1 Informe consolidado anual de evaluación del desempeño (CAPER) de 2025.

Acción recomendada: Adoptar una resolución para aprobar la Evaluación Anual Consolidada de Desempeño (CAPER) de 2025; y autorizar al Administrador de la Ciudad o a la persona que este designe a presentar la CAPER de 2025 ante el Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano de los EE. UU. (HUD) en nombre de la Ciudad de Tulare. [N. Brar; J. Cervantes]

7.2 Revisión del Capítulo 10.83 del TMC sobre aprobaciones por derecho propio.

Acción recomendada: Aprobar para su publicación una ordenanza que autoriza la Enmienda de Zonificación 778 para modificar el Capítulo 10.38 (Aprobaciones por derecho propio) del Código Municipal de Tulare (TMC). [M. Anaya]

7.3 Nominación de la Casa Frew como monumento histórico-cultural.

Acción recomendada: Aprobar para su publicación una ordenanza que designa la Casa Frew, ubicada en el 260 E. Merritt Avenue, como Monumento Histórico-Cultural y modifica el Mapa de Zonificación de la Ciudad de Tulare para cambiar la designación de zonificación de R-1-6 (Residencial Unifamiliar) a R-1-6(H) (Residencial Unifamiliar con Superposición de Sitio Histórico y Barrio Histórico), Enmienda de Zonificación N.º 774. [M. Anaya] Agenda de la reunión del Concejo Municipal martes, septiembre 15, 2026 Ciudad de Tulare Página 4 de 4

8. ASUNTOS GENERALES - Los comentarios sobre asuntos generales de negocios se limitan a tres minutos por orador, con un máximo de treinta minutos por tema, a menos que el Concejo decida ampliar dicho plazo. Quienes deseen intervenir durante la reunión de forma remota pueden marcar *9 en su teléfono para levantar la mano o hacer clic en la opción "Raise Hand" (Levantar la mano) en el seminario web.

8.1 Actualización legislativa estatal y federal y panorama de las elecciones de noviembre.

Acción recomendada: Recibir una presentación con una actualización sobre la actividad legislativa estatal y federal, así como un adelanto de las medidas que se someterán a votación a nivel estatal en noviembre de 2026. [M. Mondell]

8.2 ACFR y Auditoría Única correspondientes al ejercicio fiscal finalizado el 30 de junio de 2025.

Acción recomendada: Revisar y aceptar el Informe Financiero Anual Integral (ACFR) y la Auditoría Única correspondientes al año fiscal finalizado el 30 de junio de 2025. [M. Roberts]

8.3 Presentación sobre huertos comunitarios.

Acción recomendada: Recibir una presentación sobre los huertos comunitarios y la colaboración entre el Community Health Trust of Pajaro Valley y la Ciudad de Watsonville en materia de huertos comunitarios. [C. Orr]

8.4 Debate sobre una posible sesión de estudio sobre centros de datos.

Acción recomendada: Debatir y definir la orientación sobre si programar una sesión de estudio del Concejo Municipal relativa a los centros de datos y, de considerarse oportuno, identificar los temas que se abordarán en dicha sesión. [T. Gaffery]

8.5 Actualización sobre la educación de los votantes para la Medida A.

Acción recomendada: Recibir una actualización sobre las iniciativas de educación al votante de la Ciudad respecto a la Medida A (solo informativo). [T. Gaffery]

9. PUNTOS DEL ORDEN DEL DÍA PARA FUTURAS REUNIONES

10. ACTUALIZACIONES SOBRE EL PERSONAL

11. RECESO PARA PASAR A SESIÓN PRIVADA A FIN DE TRATAR LO SIGUIENTE

11.1 Evaluación del desempeño de los empleados públicos (Código de Gobierno § 54957) Título: Administrador(a) de la Ciudad

12. REANUDACIÓN DE LA SESIÓN A PUERTA CERRADA

13. INFORME DE LA SESIÓN A PUERTA CERRADA - Este es el momento para que el Concejo informe públicamente sobre las acciones específicas adoptadas en sesión privada y sobre la votación realizada respecto a dichas acciones, si las hubo.

14. CLAUSURA
La próxima reunión ordinaria del Ayuntamiento de Tulare es octubre 6, 2026, en 5:30 p.m. en la Sala de Sesiones del Concejo, 491 North M Street, Tulare.

Declaración jurada de publicación de la agenda
Yo, Melissa Wilcox, Secretaria Municipal y Directora de Asuntos Públicos de la Ciudad de Tulare, certifico por la presente, de conformidad con las Secciones 54954.2 del Código de Gobierno, que el orden del día anterior fue publicado para su consulta pública el septiembre 11, 2026.

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To: Mayor and City Councilmembers
From: Marc Mondell, City Manager
Subject: September 15, 2026 Agenda Memo
Date: September 11, 2026
Time estimates are provided as part of the Council’s effort to manage its time at Council meetings. Listed times are estimates only and are subject to change at any time, including while the meeting is in progress.

The Council, by consensus, reserves the right to use more or less time on any item, to change the order of items, and/or to continue items to another meeting. Items may be heard before or after the time estimated on the agenda memo. This may occur to best manage the time at a meeting or to adapt to the participation of the public.
5:30 p.m. Regular Meeting

1. CALL TO ORDER

2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION - Caleb Byron, Youth Pastor of Tulare Community Church, to deliver an invocation.

4. COMMUNICATIONS - Communications are to be submitted to the City Manager’s Office ten days prior to a Council Meeting to be considered for this section of the agenda. No action will be taken on matters listed under communications; however, the Council may direct staff to schedule issues raised during communications for a future agenda. Public comments will be limited to three minutes per topic unless otherwise extended by Council. [Time Estimate: 5:50 p.m.]

5. COUNCIL REPORTS AND ITEMS OF INTEREST [Time Estimate: 5:50 p.m.]

6.1 Waive the reading of ordinances and approve reading by title only.

Recommended Action: Approve the reading by title only of all ordinances and that further reading of such ordinances be waived.

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Agenda Memo - September 15, 2026

6.2 Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes.

Recommended Action: Approve the minutes of the special and/or regular meeting of September 1, 2026. [M. Wilcox]

6.3 Grant of Easement to SCE Related to F&C Farming Subdivision.

Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a Grant of Easement and Certificate of Conveyance to Southern California Edison Company (SCE) for installation and maintenance of SCE utilities located within Lots A, B, E, and F of the F&C Farming subdivision, subject only to minor conforming and clarifying changes acceptable to the City Attorney and City Manager. [M. Miller]
Alignment with Strategic Priorities: Infrastructure and Transportation Summary: As part of the Phase 1 improvements for the F&C Farming Subdivision, the developer is required to place SCE electrical facilities underground along the east side of Morrison Street, the north and south sides of Monarch Dunes Avenue, and the north and south sides of Castlerock Avenue. This work will require SCE to install ground-level utility facilities, including electrical vaults, enclosures, manholes, and associated conduit. SCE has proposed placing these facilities within the subdivision’s landscape lots located along the identified street frontages. These landscape lots are conveyed to the City and maintained through the Landscape Maintenance District established for the subdivision. Because landscape lots that are not part of the public street right-of-way and are outside the scope of the City’s existing franchise agreements with SCE, a separate easement is necessary to provide SCE with the rights needed to install, access, operate, maintain, and repair its facilities within these areas.

Granting these easements is consistent with the City’s prior practice for developments requiring SCE facilities to be underground when portions of the electrical system extend beyond the City’s street right-of-way.

Fiscal Impact & Funding Source(s): There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

Environmental Review: This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Potential Conflict of Interest: Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

Legal Review: The submittal from SCE follows their standard format and has been accepted in prior SCE easement dedication requests made to the City.

Public Notice: This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as part of the agenda.

Alternative Action: 1) Approve with changes; 2) Deny; or 3) Table. Approval with changes would require resubmittal and staff review before the easement could return to Council for acceptance. Denial or tabling of the request could prevent or delay SCE from proceeding with utility installation, which could affect development of the subdivision.

6.4 Enterprise Resource Planning System Financial Reconciliation & Close Support.

Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement with Macias Gini & O’Connell LLP (MGO) for enterprise resource planning system (“ERP system”) financial reconciliation and year-end close support services to assist the City with its first fiscal year-end close following the conversion from Eden Systems to Tyler Enterprise ERP (“EERP”), including general ledger validation and reconciliation, year-end close procedures, Tulare City Council Meeting Page 3 of 14
Agenda Memo - September 15, 2026
and related financial reporting, fund balance, capital project, and purchase order/encumbrance reconciliation services, in an amount not to exceed $50,000, subject to available appropriations; and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute any necessary documents associated with the agreement pending non-substantive changes recommended by the City Attorney. [M.

Roberts]
Alignment with Strategic Priorities: Organizational Excellence Summary: Fiscal Year (“FY”) 2026 is the City's first full fiscal year operating on EERP following the conversion from the Eden ERP System, creating additional transition risk during the yearend close and financial reporting process. The conversion and implementation of new EERP modules and related systems require validation of beginning balances, account mapping, interfund activity, pooled cash, capital projects, purchase orders, subsidiary system interfaces, and other conversion-related activity. Independent review by a firm with specialized municipal accounting and ERP system experience would provide an additional level of assurance and an opportunity to identify and address issues before they affect the City's annual audit or financial reporting.

Finance staff have increased capacity; however, the Department continues to manage significant implementation and reconciliation activities while maintaining its ongoing accounting, financial reporting, transaction processing, and audit responsibilities. In addition to completing FY 2026 year-end activities, Finance is implementing EERP capital assets and purchasing card modules and supporting the implementation of utility billing and fleet maintenance systems, with building permitting implementation anticipated to follow. The volume and complexity of these concurrent initiatives increase the benefit of additional targeted expertise and capacity MGO would offer during the year-end close.

City staff would retain responsibility for the City's financial records, reconciliations, accounting decisions, and financial reporting. MGO would provide independent validation, specialized municipal accounting and ERP system expertise, assistance identifying potential issues before the audit, and documentation and guidance for year-end close procedures. MGO's familiarity with the City's financial structure and FY 2025 audit also provides continuity and allows the firm to focus its review on areas presenting the greatest risk.

The engagement is intended to provide a longer-term benefit by leveraging MGO’s expertise to assist City staff in addressing corrective actions resulting from prior audit findings and establishing documented reconciliations, procedures, checklists, and year-end closeout processes. These resources will strengthen the City’s EERP processes, support resolution of the identified findings, and help prevent similar findings in future fiscal years.

Although the proposed agreement is within the City Manager’s approval authority, Council approval is recommended because the services are similar to the MGO engagement from the prior year. For the FY 2025 audit, the City solicited qualifications by polling the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers (CSMFO) and selected MGO based on its qualifications, expertise, and availability. Because the proposed and prior engagements are similar in nature and together exceed the $50,000 delegated authority threshold, Council approval is recommended for the continued engagement.

Fiscal Impact & Funding Source(s): Sufficient funds are expected to be available in the current year’s budget. If supplemental appropriation is necessary, staff will request the necessary amount as part of the FY 2027 Mid-Year Review.

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Environmental Review: This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Potential Conflict of Interest: Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

Legal Review: The contract has been reviewed by the City Attorney.

Public Notice: This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as part of the agenda.

Alternative Action: 1) Approve with changes; 2) Deny; or 3) Table. If the requested engagement is not approved, Finance staff will continue to perform the FY 2026 year-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, and preparation for the City's annual independent audit using existing resources. However, the City would not have the benefit of an independent pre-audit review by professionals with specialized municipal accounting and ERP conversion experience during the first full fiscal year following the Eden-to-Munis conversion.

As a result, conversion-related issues or unreconciled activity that are not identified and resolved during the City's internal year-end process may instead be identified during the annual audit. This could result in additional audit procedures, audit adjustments, delays in completing the financial statements, or additional internal control recommendations. The City would also have less opportunity to establish and document consistent year-end procedures in Munis before subsequent fiscal years.

Denial of the request would not prevent the City from completing its financial close or annual audit; however, it would require Finance staff to absorb the additional review and reconciliation workload while continuing to implement other financial systems and modules. The City would therefore accept a higher level of transition and capacity risk in exchange for avoiding the cost of the proposed engagement.

6.5 Economic Development Updates.

Recommended Action: Receive an update on economic development activities. [J. Gomez] Alignment with Strategic Priorities: Economic Development Summary: Attached is the August 2026 Economic Development Bulletin identifying activities and projects that took place in the previous month highlighting four elements of economic development.
• Building permits issued pertaining to residential and commercial improvements along with the total value of those improvements
• Business licenses that were issued for either new businesses, change of ownership, or businesses that failed to have a business license previously • Active projects that will have a sizeable impact on economic development • Site Plan Review projects that have been submitted to the City that could positively address commercial and residential needs
This is an informational item only and does not require any action by the City Council.

Fiscal Impact & Funding Source(s): There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

Environmental Review: This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

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Potential Conflict of Interest: Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

Legal Review: This item does not require legal review.

Public Notice: This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as part of the agenda.

Alternative Action: 1) Approve with changes; 2) Deny; or 3) Table.

6.6 Grant of Easement to SoCalGas for the Parking Lot South of 215 E. Kern Avenue.

Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a Grant of Easement and Certificate of Conveyance to Southern California Gas Company (“SoCalGas”) for installation and maintenance of SoCalGas utilities located in the parking area south of the property at 215 E Kern Ave, subject only to minor conforming and clarifying changes acceptable to the City Attorney and City Manager. [M. Miller]
Alignment with Strategic Priorities: Infrastructure and Transportation Summary: Improvements were made to the building located at 215 E. Kern Avenue, including upgrades to gas facilities and other utility connections. These modifications were necessary to provide appropriate infrastructure for the building, such as a gas supply line and meter. During the installation process, the developer, in coordination with Southern California Gas Company, identified that no existing easement had been established for the previously installed facilities.

As a result, a new easement is required to provide Southern California Gas Company with the rights needed to install, access, operate, maintain, and repair its facilities within this area.

Granting this easement is consistent with the City’s standard practice of ensuring utility providers have appropriate access to public infrastructure.

Fiscal Impact & Funding Source(s): There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

Environmental Review: This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Potential Conflict of Interest: Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

Legal Review: The easement submittal from Southern California Gas Company follows their standard format and is consistent with utility easement dedication documents previously accepted by the City.

Public Notice: This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as part of the agenda.

Alternative Action: 1) Approve with changes; 2) Deny; or 3) Table. Approval with changes would require resubmittal and staff review before the easement could return to Council for acceptance. Denial or tabling of the request could prevent or delay Southern California Gas Company from proceeding with the utility installation, which could affect development and occupancy of the property.

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7.1 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER).

Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution approving the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation (CAPER); and authorize the City Manager or their designee to submit the 2025 CAPER to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on behalf of the City of Tulare. [N. Brar; J. Cervantes]
Alignment with Strategic Priorities: Housing and Community Development Summary: The City’s staff regularly secures, administers, and evaluates the impact of federal and state grant assisted projects and activities. Projects and activities typically address local housing, social service, and infrastructure needs. As part of investing federal resources through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Programs, staff must prepare Annual Action Plans (AAP) and Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Reports (CAPER). An AAP identifies service levels and anticipated budgets on all activities ahead of each program year (July 1 through June 30), while a CAPER describes the City’s progress toward achieving both short- and long-term goals of the Consolidated Plan. City residents and all other stakeholders are encouraged to review the 2025 Annual Action Plan, 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, and a draft 2025 CAPER on the CDD webpage at: https://www.tulare.ca.gov/government/departments/communitydevelopment/housing-grants-services/reports The proposed 2025 CAPER describes the outcomes of activities and projects implemented with CDBG and/or HOME funds between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026. During this period, the City committed a total of $868,429 in CDBG funds across four activities and $500,000 of HOME funds across three activities. These CDBG and HOME activities addressed goals of the City’s Consolidated Plan. The specific CDBG and HOME activities implemented during the 2025 Program Year are listed in Tables 1 and 2 below.

Table 1 – 2025 CDBG Activities
Consolidated Plan Goal Activity and Funding Commitment
Revitalize communities
• Public Infrastructure Improvements and
Neighborhood Preservations - Tulare and
Dayton Ave. project - $364,500
Enhance public services
• Case management, housing navigation,
interim housing, and behavioral health care
for unhoused people with Kings View -
$106,000
Preserve and expand affordable housing
opportunities
• Minor home repair and rehabilitation grant
financing program with Self-Help
Enterprises - $187,500
Maintain effective program administration
and planning
• CDBG related program administration,
planning, studies, training, and/or fair
housing education costs incurred by
Community Development Department -
$142,000
Total number of activities and amount
of CDBG funds
Four
• $800,000
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• Unobligated balance of $68,429 grant
funds due to an influx of CDBG Program
Income during FY 2026.

Table 2 – 2025 HOME Activities
Consolidated Plan Goal Activity and Funding Commitment
Preserve and expand affordable housing
opportunities
• Tenant-Based Rental Assistance for lowincome residents through the Housing Authority of Tulare County - $100,000
Preserve and expand affordable housing
opportunities
• Development of new multifamily rental
housing for low-income residents and
integration of a CHODO set-aside activity -
$350,000
Maintain effective program administration
and planning
• HOME related program administration,
planning, studies, training, and/or other
soft costs incurred by the CDD and/or
subrecipients - $50,000
Total number of activities and amount
of HOME funds
Three
• $500,000
2025 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT Of the four CDBG activities undertaken in Program Year 2025, two proceeded and demonstrated progress towards their anticipated goals. Kings View provided case management and housing navigation services for people experiencing homelessness and began behavioral health care assessment and treatment with serious substance use disorder and/or mental health issue. And Self-Help Enterprises implemented a housing rehabilitation program for lowincome homeowners to complete necessary improvements such as the replacement of deteriorated roofing, facia, and siding. Lastly, the Tulare and Dayton project was delayed, which represents approximately 42 percent of the total CDBG funds committed in Program Year 2025.

This project will start and incur all planned CDBG costs in Fiscal Year 2027.

A combination of a slow build up of rental assistance program operations and the presence of considerable HOME funds through the California Housing and Community Development, the City did not expend the allotted 2025 HOME funds in this Program Year as anticipated.

Additionally, the City did not obligate 2025 HOME funds to one or more new affordable rental housing projects. City staff will make a request for proposal process by Quarter 2 of FY 2027 to commit 2025 and 2026 HOME funds to eligible affordable rental housing construction project(s) and anticipate that improved marketing and program design changes will increase the expenditure timeline for tenant based rental assistance.

CDBG and HOME Program administration and planning costs remained below their respective thresholds, and total CDBG public service expenditures were below the 15 percent threshold.

In total, the City expended $250,855, approximately 19 percent of obligated CDBG and HOME funds in Program Year 2025. The 2025 CAPER document provides a more detailed account of activity expenditures and accomplishments during the year and with respect to the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan.

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Fiscal Impact & Funding Source(s): Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Funding for Fiscal Year 2025 (Fund 310 and Programs 701 and 702).

There is no fiscal impact associated with this action, as this is merely a required report on the preceding Program Year 2025 expenditures.

Environmental Review: This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Potential Conflict of Interest: Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

Legal Review: This item does not require legal review.

Public Notice: A notice of public hearing was published in The Visalia Times Delta on August 26, 2026, which is at least 15 days prior to the public hearing.

Alternative Action: 1) Approve with changes; 2) Deny; or 3) Table. If the 2025 CAPER is not adopted and submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) within the applicable reporting timeframe, the City may be at risk of noncompliance with HUD reporting requirements.

7.2 TMC Chapter 10.83 By-Right Approvals Revision.

Recommended Action: Pass-to-print an ordinance approving Zone Amendment 778 to amend Chapter 10.38 (By-Right Approvals) to the Tulare Municipal Code (TMC). [M. Anaya] Alignment with Strategic Priorities: Housing and Community Development Summary: On April 21, 2026, the City Council voted to approve a resolution for several actions to locally adopt the City of Tulare’s 6th Cycle Housing Element. After a second reading of the ordinance approved on May 5, 2026, the Housing Element was submitted to the state Housing and Community Development (HCD) Department for review and final approval.

HCD conducted its mandated review of the 2024-2032 6th Cycle Housing Element and found the City’s Housing Element to be conditionally compliant with statutory requirements. However, minor clarifying changes to the text in Tulare Municipal Code Chapter 10.83 By-Right Approvals were requested and are required to be adopted before the Housing Element can be found to be in full compliance with State housing law.

Staff is recommending that City Council approve this ordinance to make the revisions to the text of TMC 10.83, as required for the City’s Housing Element to qualify for final approval and certification by HCD.

Fiscal Impact & Funding Source(s): There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

Environmental Review: An Addendum to the certified Environmental Impact Report (EIR) prepared for the City's 2014 General Plan has been prepared for the project.

The action on this item is simply to approve minor text changes that clarify the existing ordinance and would not constitute a project or require further environmental analysis under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Potential Conflict of Interest: Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

Legal Review: This item does not require legal review.

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Public Notice: A notice of public hearing was published in The Visalia Times Delta on September 3, 2026, which is at least 10 days prior to the public hearing.

Alternative Action: 1) Approve with changes; 2) Deny; or 3) Table. Approving with changes, tabling, or denying the recommended actions will result in the City of Tulare no longer being eligible for State housing grants and funding, such as PLHA, as well as competitive housing grant programs. The city could also face potential legal action for non-compliance.

7.3 Historic-Cultural Landmark Nomination for the Frew House.

Recommended Action: Pass-to-print an ordinance designating the Frew House, located at 260 E. Merritt Avenue, as a Historic-Cultural Landmark and amending the City of Tulare Zoning Map to change the zoning designation from R-1-6 (Single-Family Residential) to R-1-6(H) (Single-Family Residential with Historic Site and Historic Neighborhood Overlay), Zone Amendment No. 774. [M. Anaya]
Alignment with Strategic Priorities: Housing and Community Development Summary: This is a request by Caleb Byron to designate the Frew House as a City of Tulare Historic-Cultural Landmark and add it to the Local Register of Historic-Cultural Landmarks.

The Frew House is a two-story late Victorian-Colonial Revival home that was constructed in 1905-1907 as part of a new subdivision known as Crocker Oak Park. The house was later annexed into city limits in October of 1960. The House is also the last surviving house of the original Crocker Oak Park subdivision. It was the home to James Harvey Frew who was an educator turned dairyman. Frew started as an educator in Nebraska who eventually started a dairy business in Iowa and later moved to Tulare after purchasing the Tulare Butter Company.

The Frew family lived in the house from 1905 to 1919. In 1960 a second house was built east of the original house.

The project site is located at 260 East Merritt Avenue (170-032-035). The subject property is zoned R-1 -6 (Single-Family Residential), and the General Plan Designation is Low Density Residential.

Section 10.38 of the updated City of Tulare Zoning Ordinance includes standards to preserve, promote, and enhance the Historic-Cultural Landmarks and designated historic districts of the city for the educational, cultural, economic, and general welfare of the public. The purpose of the zone amendment would be to designate the Frew House as a local Historic-Cultural Landmark and apply the Historic-Cultural Landmark Overlay Zone to the property.

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• To continue to safeguard the heritage of this city by preserving and regulating its historic buildings, structures, objects, sites, and districts which reflect elements of the City’s historic, cultural, social, economic, political and architectural history. • To continue to preserve and enhance the environmental quality and safety of these landmarks and districts.
• To continue to establish, stabilize and improve property values and to foster economic development.

At its August 11, 2026, meeting, the City of Tulare Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend designation of the Frew House as a Historic-Cultural Landmarks due to architectural significance, as well as the important role this landmark and its namesake have played in the history and cultural heritage of Tulare.

Fiscal Impact & Funding Source(s): There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

Environmental Review: This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Potential Conflict of Interest: Councilmember Mederos owns real property within 500 feet from the subject property.

Legal Review: This item does not require legal review.

Public Notice: A notice of public hearing was mailed to property owners within 300 feet of the subject property and was published in The Visalia Times Delta on September 3, 2026, which is at least then 10 days prior to the public hearing.

Alternative Action: 1) Approve with changes; 2) Deny; or 3) Table. If an ordinance is not approved, the Frew House would not be designated as a local Tulare Historic-Cultural Landmark.

8.1 State and Federal Legislative Update and November Election Preview.

Recommended Action: Receive a presentation providing an update on state and federal legislative activity and a preview of the November 2026 statewide ballot measures. [M. Mondell] Alignment with Strategic Priorities: Organizational Excellence Summary: The City contracts with Townsend Public Affairs for state and federal legislative advocacy and governmental affairs services, including monitoring legislation, funding opportunities, and policy matters that may affect the City of Tulare.

Spencer Street, Deputy Director with Townsend Public Affairs, will provide the City Council with an update on state and federal legislative activity. The presentation will include an overview of the State budget and funding landscape, priority legislation affecting local government, federal appropriations and advocacy efforts, and the status of legislation on which the City has taken a position.

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Mr. Street will also provide a preview of statewide measures appearing on the November 2026 ballot and discuss the federal appropriations outlook and upcoming funding opportunities.

The presentation is intended to keep the City Council informed of legislative, funding, and electoral developments that may affect the City and provide an opportunity for Councilmembers to ask questions regarding these matters.

Fiscal Impact & Funding Source(s): There is no additional fiscal impact associated with receiving this presentation. Legislative advocacy and governmental affairs services are provided under the City's existing agreement with Townsend Public Affairs.

Environmental Review: This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Potential Conflict of Interest: Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

Legal Review: This item does not require legal review.

Public Notice: This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as part of the agenda.

Alternative Action: This item is informational only; therefore, no alternative action is necessary.

8.2 ACFR and Single Audit for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025.

Recommended Action: Review and accept the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and Single Audit for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025. [M. Roberts] Alignment with Strategic Priorities: Organizational Excellence Summary: The Fiscal Year 2025 ACFR was performed by Price Paige & Company auditors.

Attached is the finalized ACFR and related reports, including the audit communication letter, government audit standards report, and related management comment letter.

Fiscal Impact & Funding Source(s): There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

Environmental Review: This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Potential Conflict of Interest: Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

Legal Review: This item does not require legal review.

Public Notice: This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as part of the agenda.

Alternative Action: 1) Approve with changes; 2) Deny; or 3) Table.

8.3 Community Gardens Presentation.

Recommended Action: Receive a presentation regarding community gardens and the Community Health Trust of Pajaro Valley and City of Watsonville community garden partnership. [C. Orr]
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Summary: Staff researched community garden programs and partnerships implemented by other agencies to provide the City Council with information regarding community garden models and practices.

As part of that research, staff identified a partnership between the Community Health Trust of Pajaro Valley and the City of Watsonville. The organizations have partnered for approximately five years and currently support four community gardens located within City of Watsonville parks.

Gustavo Indarose with the Community Health Trust of Pajaro Valley and Leonardo Cruz with the City of Watsonville will provide an informational presentation to the City Council regarding their community garden partnership and experience. The presentation is intended to provide Council with information about an established community garden model and an opportunity to ask questions and learn from the participating organizations.

No action regarding the establishment of a City of Tulare community garden program is proposed as part of this item.

Fiscal Impact & Funding Source(s): There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

Environmental Review: This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Potential Conflict of Interest: Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

Legal Review: This item does not require legal review.

Public Notice: This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as part of the agenda.

Alternative Action: Council may provide direction to staff regarding community gardens following the presentation.

8.4 Discussion Regarding a Potential Data Center Study Session.

Recommended Action: Discuss and provide direction regarding whether to schedule a City Council study session concerning data centers and, if desired, identify topics to be addressed as part of the study session. [T. Gaffery]
Alignment with Strategic Priorities: Organizational Excellence Summary: At the September 1, 2026, City Council meeting, Council discussed a request to place an item on a future agenda regarding a potential moratorium on data center permits. A majority of the Council did not express support for placing a discussion of a moratorium on a future agenda. Council did, however, express interest in considering whether a study session or presentation regarding data centers and related City processes would be beneficial.

This item is being presented to allow the Council to determine whether there is majority interest in scheduling a study session and, if so, to provide general direction regarding the scope of the discussion. Potential topics could include the City's existing entitlement and development review processes applicable to data centers, applicable land use and zoning regulations, infrastructure and utility considerations, and other topics identified by the Council.

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No study session has been scheduled at this time, and no policy or regulatory action regarding data centers is proposed as part of this item. If a majority of the Council supports scheduling a study session, staff will use Council's direction to develop the scope and identify the appropriate staff and other resources necessary for a future presentation.

Fiscal Impact & Funding Source(s): There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

Environmental Review: This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Potential Conflict of Interest: Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

Legal Review: This item does not require legal review.

Public Notice: This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as part of the agenda.

Alternative Action: 1) Approve with changes; 2) Deny; or 3) Table. Council may modify the scope of a potential study session, determine that a study session is not necessary, or defer the discussion to a future meeting. Staff will proceed in accordance with the direction provided by a majority of the Council.

8.5 Measure A Voter Education Update.

Recommended Action: Receive an update regarding the City's Measure A voter education efforts (informational only). [T. Gaffery]
Alignment with Strategic Priorities: Quality of Life and Community Engagement Summary: Measure A, the City of Tulare Services Measure, will appear on the November 3, 2026, ballot. The City is conducting voter education efforts to provide the community with factual information regarding the measure, the City's financial condition, and City services funded by the General Fund.

Staff will provide a verbal update on voter education activities completed to date, current efforts, and planned activities leading up to the November election. The City's voter education efforts are intended to provide factual, impartial information to help residents understand Measure A and its potential impacts.

Fiscal Impact & Funding Source(s): There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

Environmental Review: This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Potential Conflict of Interest: Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

Legal Review: This item does not require legal review.

Public Notice: This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as part of the agenda.

Alternative Action: 1) Approve with changes; 2) Deny; or 3) Table. As this item is informational, no additional action is required.

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9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - NONE SUBMITTED [Time Estimate: 9:30 p.m.]

10. STAFF UPDATES [Time Estimate: 9:30 p.m.]

11. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION TO DISCUSS THE FOLLOWING [Time Estimate: 9:35 p.m.]

11.1 Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Gov. Code § 54957) Title: Specify position title of employee being reviewed

12. RECONVENE FROM CLOSED SESSION [Time Estimate: 10:35 p.m.]

13. CLOSED SESSION REPORT - This is the time for Council to publicly report specified closed session action and the vote taken on those actions, if any.

14. ADJOURNMENT [Time Estimate: 10:35 p.m.]
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Tulare City Council is Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 491 North M Street, Tulare.

Item #: 6.2
Consent
Staff Report
City Council
Date: September 15, 2026
Department: City Clerk
Submitted by: Melissa Wilcox, City Clerk & Public Affairs Director Agenda Title: Approval of the City Council Meeting Minutes

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Approve the minutes of the special and/or regular meeting of September 15, 2026.

ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Not Applicable

SUMMARY
The meeting minutes for the September 15, 2026 meeting are provided for Council review and approval.

FISCAL IMPACT & FUNDING SOURCES
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

LEGAL REVIEW
This item does not require legal review.

PUBLIC NOTICE
This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as a part of the agenda.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

1. Approve with changes

2. Deny

3. Table

ATTACHMENTS

1. Meeting Minutes
Reviewed/Approved: TG
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City Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 5:30 p.m. Regular Meeting
City Council Chamber, 491 North M Street, Tulare, California Proper notice of this regular meeting of the Tulare City Council was given pursuant to California Government Code Section 54954.2.

City Council Present: Mayor Patrick Isherwood, Vice Mayor Stephen C. Harrell, Jose Sigala, Terry A.

Sayre, Dennis A. Mederos
Staff Present: Assistant City Manager Thomas W. Gaffery IV; City Attorney Mario U. Zamora; City Clerk & Public Affairs Director Melissa Wilcox; Deputy City Manager/Chief Technology Officer Jason Bowling; Chief Financial Officer Mark Roberts; City Engineer Michael Miller; Public Works Director Trisha Whitfield; Community Services Director Chris Orr; Police Captain Greg Merrill; Fire Chief Michael Ott; General Services Director Manny Correa; Community Development Director Mario Anaya; Human Resources Director Janie Venegas

1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Isherwood called to order the regular meeting of the Tulare City Council at 5:32 p.m. in the Council Chamber located at 491 North M Street.

2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION
Mayor Isherwood led the Pledge of Allegiance, and an invocation was given by Greg Peterson, Pastor of Sunrise Community Church.

It was the consensus of Council to consider Item 9.1 prior to Item 3, Public Comment.

3. PUBLIC COMMENT
Bruce Young addressed the Council regarding the Brown Act and a recent incident at Zumwalt Park.

Donnette Silva, Tulare Chamber of Commerce CEO, provided various updates on upcoming activities.

Jason Bender addressed the Council regarding the upcoming 9/11 Memorial Blood Drive.

4. COMMUNICATIONS
Assistant City Manager Gaffery advised there were no communications.

5. COUNCIL REPORTS AND ITEMS OF INTEREST
Council reported on recent events and discussed items of interest. Councilmember Sigala requested information regarding benches that had been removed from Downtown Tulare and not replaced, as well as the noticing and relocation process for individuals staying at the temporary encampment site that had recently been cleared.

6. CONSENT CALENDAR
Items 6.3, 6.4, 6.5, and 6.9 were removed from the Consent Calendar.

It was moved by Councilmember Sigala, seconded by Vice Mayor Harrell, and unanimously carried to approve the items on the Consent Calendar as presented except for items 6.3, 6.4, 6.5, and 6.9.

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6.1 Waive the reading of ordinances and approve reading by title only.

Recommended Action: Approve the reading by title only of all ordinances and that further reading of such ordinances be waived.

6.2 Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes.

Recommended Action: Approve the minutes of the special and/or regular meeting of August 18, 2026. [M. Wilcox]

6.6 The Villas at Sierra Ranch Final Oversize Agreement.

Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an oversize construction reimbursement agreement with Summit Homebuilders Inc., a California Corporation, for construction costs associated with The Villas at Sierra Ranch subdivision that are eligible for reimbursement in accordance with Chapter 8.64 of the Municipal Code, subject only to approval of the final reimbursement amount and minor conforming and clarifying changes acceptable to the City Attorney and City Manager. [M. Miller]

6.7 Designating Portions of City-Owned Parcels as Public Street Right-of-Way.

Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution designating a portion of City-owned parcels (APNs 174-010-012, -013, -014) along the south side of Bardsley Avenue and the west side of West Street as public street right-of-way and accepting the resulting right-of-way into the City’s public street system. [M. Miller]

6.8 Notice of Completion - The Villas at Sierra Ranch Subdivision.

Recommended Action: Accept the required public works improvements for The Villas at Sierra Ranch subdivision located at the southeast corner of Retherford Street and Corvina Avenue; authorize the City Engineer to sign the Notice of Completion (NOC); and direct the City Clerk to file the NOC with the Tulare County Recorder’s Office. [M. Miller]

6.10 Proposition 64 Grant with the Tulare County Office of Education.

Recommended Action: Approve a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign the grant agreements, amendments, and any related documents from the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) and Tulare County Office of Education (TCOE) related to the Proposition 64 funding and delivery subject to any minor, conforming or clarifying changes acceptable to both the City Manager and City Attorney. [J. Bowling]

ITEM(S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR

6.3 Bargaining Units Bereavement Leave Update.

Recommended Action: [J. Venegas] Adopt resolutions approving and authorizing the execution of the following to update Bereavement Leave:
• Side Letter of Agreement No. 4 between the City and the California League of City Employees Association (CLOCEA) amending the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the term of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027 adopted October 15, 2024 • Side Letter of Agreement No. 1 between the City and Tulare City Professional Fire Fighters Association Non-Management Bargaining Group (TPFA) amending the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the term of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028 adopted April 7, 2026
• Side Letter of Agreement No. 1 between the City and Tulare City Professional Fire Fighters Association Management Bargaining Group (TPFA-M) amending the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the term of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028 adopted April 7, 2026
• Side Letter of Agreement No. 3 between the City and Tulare Fire Chief Officer Group (TFCO) amending the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the term of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028 adopted December 2, 2025
City Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 1, 2026 City of Tulare Page 3 of 4
• Side Letter of Agreement No. 1 between the City and Tulare Police Officers Union (TPOU) amending the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the term of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027 adopted January 21, 2025
Council Action: Staff requested that this item be removed from consideration pending further clarification; therefore, no action was taken.

6.4 Tulare Police Management Group Benefits Update.

Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution amending Resolution 2025-16 to formally codify and update benefit provisions for the Tulare Police Management Group. [J. Venegas] Council Action: Staff requested that the bereavement leave provisions be excluded from consideration and brought back at a future meeting following further clarification. It was moved by Councilmember Mederos, seconded by Councilmember Sayre, and unanimously carried to approve the item as amended to exclude the bereavement leave provisions.

6.5 City of Tulare Merit System Rules and Regulations Amendment.

Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution amending Section 1206 - Compensation for Use of Personal Automobile While on City Business, Section 1211 – Management Employees, and Section 801 – Bereavement Leave of the City of Tulare Merit System Rules and Regulations. [J.

Venegas]
Council Action: Staff requested that the bereavement leave provisions be excluded from consideration and brought back at a future meeting following further clarification. It was moved by Councilmember Mederos, seconded by Councilmember Sayre, and unanimously carried to approve the item as amended to exclude the bereavement leave provisions.

6.9 2027 Annual Street Striping Contract.

Recommended Action: Approve a multi-year agreement for on-call roadway striping with Central Valley Striping of Lindsay, California for $259,337.50 per year; authorize the City Manager or designee to execute change orders not to exceed 10 percent ($25,934.00) per year; delegate to the City Manager the authority to extend the agreement for three additional one-year terms, provided funds are budgeted, for a total potential four-year cost of $1,141,086; and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement, amendments, and related documents, subject only to minor conforming and clarifying changes acceptable to the City Attorney. [T. Whitfield] Council Action: Councilmember Sigala pulled this item to inquire whether the contract includes striping for bike lanes. Public Works Director Whitfield confirmed that it does and advised that staff determine where repainting is needed. It was moved by Councilmember Sigala, seconded by Vice Mayor Harrell, and unanimously carried to approve the item as presented.

7. PUBLIC HEARING

7.1 Resolution of Necessity for an Overhead Utility Easement.

Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution of necessity for APN 172-370-032 (“Property”) authorizing the City Attorney to take the steps necessary to finalize the acquisition of an overhead utility easement.

Presented By: Assistant City Manager Gaffery
Public Comment: The public hearing was opened at 6:34 p.m. City Attorney Zamora confirmed that the property owner was not present. Receiving no comments, the public hearing was closed at 6:34 p.m.

Council Action: It was moved by Councilmember Mederos, seconded by Vice Mayor Harrell, and unanimously carried to adopt the resolution as presented.

8. GENERAL BUSINESS

8.1 Presentation on the Pavement Management System Update.

Recommended Action: Receive a presentation from Infrastructure Management Services (IMS) on the preliminary results of the Citywide Pavement Management System Update.

Presented By: City Engineer Miller; Marcial Mota of IMS City Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 1, 2026 City of Tulare Page 4 of 4
Public Comment: There were no public comments.

Council Action: Staff responded to questions from the Council. This item was informational only; therefore, no action was taken.

9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

9.1 Request to Discuss Potential Moratorium on Data Center Permits.

Recommended Action: Direct staff to add to a future agenda or take no action.

Submitted By: Councilmember Sigala
Public Comment: The following provided comment in support of establishing a moratorium on data center permits: Carlos Rodriguez, Maria Guillen, Jordan Hegaretta, Mariana Alvarez, Mateo Fernandez, and Amy Lopez.

Council Action: There was no consensus of Council to add a future agenda item to discuss a potential moratorium on data center permits. It was the consensus of Council to direct staff to add an item to the September 15, 2026, agenda to discuss and provide direction on the scope of a potential study session or presentation regarding data centers.

10. STAFF UPDATES
Staff provided updates on department activities.

11. ADJOURNMENT
Seeing no further business to discuss, Mayor Isherwood adjourned the regular meeting at 7:12 p.m.

I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the special and/or regular meeting held on September 1, 2026, as approved by the Tulare City Council.

Melissa Wilcox, City Clerk & Public Affairs Director
Item #: 6.3
Consent
Staff Report
City Council
Date: September 15, 2026
Department: Engineering Services - Engineering
Submitted by: Michael Miller, City Engineer
Agenda Title: Grant of Easement to SCE Related to F&C Farming Subdivision

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Authorize the City Manager to execute a Grant of Easement and Certificate of Conveyance to Southern California Edison Company (SCE) for installation and maintenance of SCE utilities located within Lots A, B, E, and F of the F&C Farming subdivision, subject only to minor conforming and clarifying changes acceptable to the City Attorney and City Manager.

ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Infrastructure and Transportation

SUMMARY
As part of the Phase 1 improvements for the F&C Farming Subdivision, the developer is required to place SCE electrical facilities underground along the east side of Morrison Street, the north and south sides of Monarch Dunes Avenue, and the north and south sides of Castlerock Avenue. This work will require SCE to install ground-level utility facilities, including electrical vaults, enclosures, manholes, and associated conduit. SCE has proposed placing these facilities within the subdivision’s landscape lots located along the identified street frontages. These landscape lots are conveyed to the City and maintained through the Landscape Maintenance District established for the subdivision. Because landscape lots that are not part of the public street right-of-way and are outside the scope of the City’s existing franchise agreements with SCE, a separate easement is necessary to provide SCE with the rights needed to install, access, operate, maintain, and repair its facilities within these areas. Granting these easements is consistent with the City’s prior practice for developments requiring SCE facilities to be underground when portions of the electrical system extend beyond the City’s street right-of-way.

FISCAL IMPACT & FUNDING SOURCES
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

LEGAL REVIEW
The submittal from SCE follows their standard format and has been accepted in prior SCE easement dedication requests made to the City.

PUBLIC NOTICE
This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as a part of the agenda.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

1. Approve with changes

2. Deny

3. Table
Approval with changes would require resubmittal and staff review before the easement could return to Council for acceptance. Denial or tabling of the request could prevent or delay SCE from proceeding with utility installation, which could affect development of the subdivision.

ATTACHMENTS

1. F&C Farming Phase 1 – SCE Grant of Easement TD2376610

2. F&C Farming Phase 1 – SCE Grant of Easement TD2376626

3. F&C Farming Phase 1 – SCE Easement Map TD2376610

4. F&C Farming Phase 1 – SCE Easement Map TD2376626

5. F&C Farming Phase 1 – SCE Certificate of Conveyance TD2376610

6. F&C Farming Phase 1 – SCE Certificate of Conveyance TD2376626

7. F&C Farming Phase 1 – Final Map
Reviewed/Approved: TG

RECORDING REQUESTED BY

WHEN RE CORDED MAIL T O

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY
3 INNOVATION WAY, 2nd FLOOR
POMONA, CA 91768
Attn: Title and Real Estate Services
SCE Doc. No.

GRANT OF

EASEMENT
DOCUMENTARY TRANSFER TAX $ NONE
(VALUE AND CONSIDERATION LESS THAN $100.00) DISTRICT
Tulare SERVICE ORDERTD2376610 SERIAL NO. MAP SIZE
_____________________ SCE Company SIG. OF DECLARANT OR AGENT DETERMINING TAX FIRM NAME FIM 057-017B-6 APN 172-010-057 APPROVED: REAL

PROPERTIES BY
SLS/JY DATE8/18/2026
CITY OF TULARE, a municipal corporation
and right of way to construct, use, maintain, operate, alter, add to, repair, replace, reconstruct, inspect and remove at any time and consisting of wires, underground conduits, cables, vaults, manholes, handholes, and including above-ground enclosures, markers and concrete pads and other appurtenant fixtures and equipment necessary or useful for distributing electrical energy and for transmitting intelligence, data and/or communications (eg. through fiber optic cable), in, on, over, under, across and along that certain real property in the County of Tulare, State of California, described as follows:

TWO STRIPS OF LAND LYING WITHIN LOT A OF F & C FARMING PHASE 1, AS PER MAP ON FILE IN BOOK 45, PAGE 79, OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, THE WESTERLY LINES OF SAID STRIPS ARE MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS; STRIP #1 (10.00 FEET WIDE)

COMMENCING AT THE NORTHERLY TERMINUS OF THAT CERTAIN COURSE HAVING A BEARING AND LENGTH OF IN THE WESTERLY BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT A;
THENCE ALONG SAID CERTAIN COURSE, SOUTH 00° TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING;

THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID CERTAIN COURSE, POINT
OF TERMINATION.

STRIP #2 (10.00 FEET WIDE)

COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHERLY TERMINUS OF THAT CERTAIN COURSE HAVING A BEARING AND

TRUE POINT OF
BEGINNING;

THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID CERTAIN COURSE, FEET TO THE POINT OF TERMINATION.
2 802620823
TD2376610
This legal description was prepared pursuant to Sec. 8730(c) of the Business & Professions Code.

Grantor agrees for itself, its successors and assigns, not to erect, place or maintain, nor to permit the erection, placement or maintenance of any building, planter boxes, earth fill or other structures except walls and fences on the above described real property.

The Grantee, and its contractors, agents and employees, shall have the right to trim or cut tree roots as may endanger or interfere with said systems and shall have free access to said systems and every part thereof, at all times, for the purpose of exercising the rights herein granted; provided, however, that in making any excavation on said property of the Grantor, the Grantee shall make the same in such a manner as will cause the least injury to the surface of the ground around such excavation, and shall replace the earth so removed by it and restore the surface of the ground to as near the same condition as it was prior to such excavation as is practicable EXECUTED this _____ day of _______________________, 20____.

GRANTOR
CITY OF TULARE, a municipal corporation ____________________________________ Signature ____________________________________ Print Name ____________________________________ Title A Notary Public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document.

State of California )
County of )
On _______________________ before me, , a Notary Public, personally appeared , who proved to me on
the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument.

I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Signature _______________________________ (Seal)
3 802620823
TD2376610
EXECUTED this _____ day of _______________________, 20____.

GRANTEE

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY,
a corporation ____________________________________ Signature ____________________________________ Print Name ____________________________________ Title A Notary Public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document.

I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Signature _______________________________ (Seal)

RECORDING REQUESTED BY

WHEN RE CORDED MAIL T O

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY
3 INNOVATION WAY, 2nd FLOOR
POMONA, CA 91768
Attn: Title and Real Estate Services
SCE Doc. No.

GRANT OF

EASEMENT
DOCUMENTARY TRANSFER TAX $ NONE
(VALUE AND CONSIDERATION LESS THAN $100.00) DISTRICT
Tulare SERVICE ORDERTD2376626 SERIAL NO. MAP SIZE
_____________________ SCE Company SIG. OF DECLARANT OR AGENT DETERMINING TAX FIRM NAME FIM 057-017B-6 APN 172-010-057 APPROVED: REAL

FOUR STRIPS OF LAND LYING WITHIN LOT B AND LOT E OF F & C FARMING PHASE 1, AS PER MAP ON FILE IN BOOK 45, PAGE 79, OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, SAID STRIPS ARE MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS;
STRIP #1 (10.00 FEET WIDE)
THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID STRIP IS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

BEGINNING AT THE WESTERLY TERMINUS OF THAT CERTAIN COURSE HAVING A BEARING AND

POINT OF
TERMINATION. THE NORTHERLY SIDELINE OF SAID STRIP IS TO BE PROLONGED TO TERMINATE WESTERLY IN THE SOUTHWESTERLY BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT B.

STRIP #2 (10.00 FEET WIDE)
THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID STRIP IS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHERLY TERMINUS OF THAT CERTAIN COURSE HAVING A BEARING AND 2 802620833
TD2376626

TRUE POINT OF
BEGINNING;
POINT
OF TERMINATION. STRIP #3 (10.00 FEET WIDE)
THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID STRIP IS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

COMMENCING AT THE WESTERLY TERMINUS OF THAT CERTAIN CURVE, BEING CONCAVE LENGTH OF 466.58 FEET IN THE NORTHERLY BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT B; DISTANCE OF 89.75 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING;

THENCE CONTINUING EASTERLY ALONG SAID CERTAIN CURVE, THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF POINT OF TERMINATION. STRIP #4 (10.00 FEET WIDE)
THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID STRIP IS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

COMMENCING AT THE NORTHERLY TERMINUS OF THAT CERTAIN COURSE HAVING A BEARING AND

TRUE POINT OF
BEGINNING;
POINT
OF TERMINATION. This legal description was prepared pursuant to Sec. 8730(c) of the Business & Professions Code.

The Grantee, and its contractors, agents and employees, shall have the right to trim or cut tree roots as may endanger or interfere with said systems and shall have free access to said systems and every part thereof, at all times, for the purpose of exercising the rights herein granted; provided, however, that in making any excavation on said property of the Grantor, the Grantee shall make the same in such a manner as will cause the least injury to the surface of the ground around such excavation, and shall replace the earth so removed by it and restore the surface of the ground to as near the same condition as it was prior to such excavation as is practicable. 3 802620833
TD2376626
EXECUTED this _____ day of _______________________, 20____.

I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Signature _______________________________ (Seal)
4 802620833
TD2376626
EXECUTED this _____ day of _______________________, 20____.

GRANTEE

I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Signature _______________________________ (Seal)

Office of the City Manager
411 East Kern, Tulare, CA 93274
559.684.4200 | www.tulare.ca.gov

CERTIFICATE OF CONVEYANCE
THIS IS TO CERTIFY, that the interest in real property conveyed by the Grant of Easement dated _________________________________ from the City of Tulare, a Municipal Corporation of the State of California to Southern California Edison was duly conveyed by the City Council of the City of Tulare on September 15, 2026, and by the same order of the City Council of the City of Tulare, the City Manager was authorized to execute this Certificate of Conveyance to be recorded with the Grant of Easement.

CITY OF TULARE
By:

Marc Mondell, City Manager
ATTEST:

Melissa Wilcox, City Clerk & Public
Affairs Director
Office of the City Manager
411 East Kern, Tulare, CA 93274
559.684.4200 | www.tulare.ca.gov

CERTIFICATE OF CONVEYANCE
THIS IS TO CERTIFY, that the interest in real property conveyed by the Grant of Easement dated August 31, 2026, from the City of Tulare, a Municipal Corporation of the State of California to Southern California Edison was duly conveyed by the City Council of the City of Tulare on September 15, 2026, and by the same order of the City Council of the City of Tulare, the City Manager was authorized to execute this Certificate of Conveyance to be recorded with the Grant of Easement.

CITY OF TULARE
By:

Marc Mondell, City Manager
ATTEST:

Melissa Wilcox, City Clerk & Public
Affairs Director

Item #: 6.4
Consent
Staff Report
City Council
Date: September 15, 2026
Department: Finance
Submitted by: Mark Roberts, Chief Financial Officer
Agenda Title: Enterprise Resource Planning System Financial Reconciliation & Close Support

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement with Macias Gini & O’Connell LLP (MGO) for enterprise resource planning system (“ERP system”) financial reconciliation and year-end close support services to assist the City with its first fiscal year-end close following the conversion from Eden Systems to Tyler Enterprise ERP (“EERP”), including general ledger validation and reconciliation, year-end close procedures, and related financial reporting, fund balance, capital project, and purchase order/encumbrance reconciliation services, in an amount not to exceed $50,000, subject to available appropriations; and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute any necessary documents associated with the agreement pending non-substantive changes recommended by the City Attorney.

ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Organizational Excellence

SUMMARY
Fiscal Year (“FY”) 2026 is the City's first full fiscal year operating on EERP following the conversion from the Eden ERP System, creating additional transition risk during the year-end close and financial reporting process. The conversion and implementation of new EERP modules and related systems require validation of beginning balances, account mapping, interfund activity, pooled cash, capital projects, purchase orders, subsidiary system interfaces, and other conversion-related activity. Independent review by a firm with specialized municipal accounting and ERP system experience would provide an additional level of assurance and an opportunity to identify and address issues before they affect the City's annual audit or financial reporting.

FISCAL IMPACT & FUNDING SOURCES
Sufficient funds are expected to be available in the current year’s budget. If supplemental appropriation is necessary, staff will request the necessary amount as part of the FY 2027 Mid-Year Review.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

LEGAL REVIEW
The contract has been reviewed by the City Attorney.

PUBLIC NOTICE
This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as a part of the agenda.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

1. Approve with changes

2. Deny

3. Table
If the requested engagement is not approved, Finance staff will continue to perform the FY 2026 yearend close, reconciliations, financial reporting, and preparation for the City's annual independent audit using existing resources. However, the City would not have the benefit of an independent pre-audit review by professionals with specialized municipal accounting and ERP conversion experience during the first full fiscal year following the Eden-to-Munis conversion.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Agreement with MGO

2. MGO Proposal
Reviewed/Approved: TG

AGREEMENT
FOR

ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING

SYSTEM FINANCIAL RECONCILIATION

AND YEAR-END CLOSE SUPPORT

SERVICES

BETWEEN

THE CITY OF TULARE
AND
MACIAS GINI & O’CONNELL LLP
Consulting Services Agreement
Macias Gini & O’Connell LLP
September 2026

CONTENTS

1. Professional Services.………………………………………………………………………….….……1

2. Compensation.…………………………………………………………………………………….……1

3. Billing.…………………………………………………………………………………………….……1

4. Ownership of Documents.…………………………………………………………………….….…… 2

5. Term.……………………………………………………………………………………………..……. 2

6. Independent Contractor.………………………………………………………………………………. 2

7. Warranty.…………………………………………………………………………………………….…2

8. Indemnification and Hold Harmless.………………………………………………………………….. 3

9. Insurance.……………………………………………………………………………………………… 3

10. Access to Records.…………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

11. Termination.…………………………………………………………………………………………… 4

12. Compliance with Laws, Rules, and Regulations.………………………………………………………4

13. Nondiscrimination.…………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

14. Notice.…………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5

15. Exhibits Incorporated.…………………………………………………………………………………. 5

16. Jurisdiction and Venue.……………………………………………………………………………….. 5

17. Severability.…………………………………………………………………………………………… 5

18. Assignment.…………………………………………………………………………………………… 5

19. Waiver.……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5

20. Equitable Remedies.………………………………………………………………………………….. 6

21. Third Party Beneficiaries.…………………………………………………………………………….. 6

22. Entire Agreement.…………………………………………………………………………………….. 6

23. No Waiver of Rights.………………………………………………………………………………….. 6

24. Counterparts. Electronic Signatures.…………………………………………………………………. 6 Exhibit A – Scope of Services……………………………………………………………………………... 8 Exhibit B – Fees…………………………………………………………………………………………...11 Consulting Services Agreement Page 1 of 11
Macias Gini & O’Connell LLP
September 2026

CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT
This CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of the 16th day of September 2026, (“Effective Date”), by and between the CITY OF TULARE (hereinafter “City”) and MACIAS GINI & O’CONNELL LLP, a California limited liability partnership (hereinafter “Consultant”).

Upon the following terms and conditions of this Agreement, the City desires to retain Consultant to perform the following:

1. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES.

Consultant will provide enterprise resource planning system (“ERP system”) financial reconciliation and year-end close support services under the terms and conditions of this Agreement at the direction of the Chief Financial Officer or his/her Designee. The scope of work to be performed by Consultant is provided for in Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

2. COMPENSATION.

As sole compensation for the performance of the services, the City hereby agrees to pay Consultant monthly for services rendered to the City pursuant to this Agreement on a time and materials basis according to the rates of compensation as set forth in Exhibit “B” attached hereto.

Consultant will receive no royalty or other remuneration for the production or distribution of any products developed by the City or by Consultant in connection with, or based upon, the services.

The total amount of compensation to be paid under this Agreement shall not exceed $50,000.

3. BILLING.

Consultant shall submit to the City an itemized invoice, prepared in a form satisfactory to City, describing its services and costs for the period covered by the invoice. Except as specifically authorized by City, Consultant shall not bill City for duplicate services performed by more than one person. Consultant’s bills shall include the following information to which such services cost or pertain:
(A) A brief description of services performed;
(B) The date the services were performed;
(C) The number of hours spent and by whom; and
(D) The Consultant’s signature.

Any such invoices shall be in full accord with any and all applicable provisions of this Agreement.

City shall make payment on each such invoice within thirty (30) days of receipt; provided, however, that if Consultant submits an invoice which is incorrect, incomplete, or not in accord with the provisions of this Agreement, City shall not be obligated to process any payment to Consultant until thirty (30) days after a correct and complying invoice has been submitted by Consultant. The City shall process undisputed portion immediately.

Consulting Services Agreement Page 2 of 11
Macias Gini & O’Connell LLP
September 2026

4. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS.

Title to all final documents, including drawings, specifications, data, reports, summaries, correspondence, photographs, computer software (if purchased on the City’s behalf), video and audio tapes, software output, and any other materials with respect to work performed under this Agreement shall vest with City at such time as City has compensated Consultant, as provided herein, for the services rendered by Consultant in connection with which they were prepared. City agrees to hold harmless and indemnify the Consultant against all damages, claims, lawsuits, and losses of any kind including defense costs arising out of any use of said documents, drawings, and/or specifications on any other project without written authorization of the Consultant. The provisions of this Section 4 shall survive the termination of this Agreement for any reason.

5. TERM.

This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and shall terminate on September 15, 2027, unless extended in writing by either party upon fifteen (15) days written notice. This Agreement may be extended only upon mutual written consent of the parties upon the same terms and conditions for two (2) additional one- (1-)month terms and may be terminated only pursuant to the terms of this Agreement.

6. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR.

Consultant is an independent contractor, and nothing contained in this Agreement is intended, or shall be construed in any manner to create or establish the relationship of agent or employee of the City. Consultant has no authority to bind the City by contract or otherwise.

Consultant will perform the professional services under the general direction of the Chief Financial Officer or his/her Designee, subject to the requirement that Consultant shall, at all times, comply with applicable law. Consultant shall pay all taxes, assessments, and premiums under the federal Social Security Act, any applicable unemployment insurance contributions, Workers Compensation insurance premiums (if required), sales taxes, use taxes, personal property taxes, or other taxes or assessments now, or hereafter, in effect and payable by reason of, or in connection with, the services performed by Consultant. Consultant shall be required to possess a valid and current City of Tulare Business Tax Certificate.

7. WARRANTY.

By executing this Agreement, Consultant agrees the services it will perform under this Agreement will be of a professional quality conforming to generally accepted industry standards and practices and that Consultant shall maintain all required licenses and certifications necessary for performance of the services hereunder. Consultant further agrees and represents to City that the Consultant possesses, or shall arrange to secure from others, all of the necessary professional capabilities, experience, resources, and facilities necessary to provide the City the services contemplated under this Agreement and that City relies upon the professional skills of Consultant to do and perform Consultant’s work. Consultant further agrees and represents that Consultant shall follow the current, generally accepted industry practices to make findings, render opinions, prepare factual presentations, and provide professional advice and recommendations regarding the services rendered under this Agreement.

In the course of rendering services for the City, Consultant and its employees and agents may receive, review, or otherwise have access to proprietary financial, technical, and other Consulting Services Agreement Page 3 of 11
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September 2026
information of the City that is not available to the public and not intended to be disclosed to the public (“Confidential Information”). In such event, Consultant and its employees and agents shall hold Confidential Information of the City in strict confidence and shall use all Confidential Information only as necessary in connection with the performance of the services and with prior written consent of the City. The obligations of Consultant pursuant to this Section 7 shall survive any termination or expiration of this Agreement. For purposes of this Section 7, “Confidential Information” does not include information that (i) is, at the time of disclosure, or thereafter becomes, by action of the City, a part of the public domain via a source other than Consultant, or (ii) is discovered by Consultant from a public source that is not under a confidentiality obligation owing to the City.

8. INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS.

Consultant shall indemnify and hold the City and each of its officers, officials, agents, volunteers, and employees harmless from any and all loss, claims, liability, fines, penalties, forfeitures, costs, and damages (whether in contract, tort or strict liability, including but not limited to personal injury, death at any time, and property damage) incurred by the City, and from any and all claims, demands, and actions in law or equity (including attorney’s fees and litigation expenses) arising or alleged to have arisen directly or indirectly out of Consultant’s own negligent or wrongful acts. This Paragraph 8 shall survive termination or expiration of this Agreement.

9. INSURANCE.

Consultant shall provide proof of, and maintain during the term of this Agreement, insurance coverage as follows:

A. Workers’ Compensation Insurance with statutory limits and employer’s liability insurance with limits of not less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury or disease.

B. Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Network Security Insurance in an amount not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence.

C. Errors and Omissions coverage, including contractual liability, in an amount not less than Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000), and Consultant shall maintain such coverage for at least four (4) years from the termination of this Agreement; and during this four- (4-)year period, Consultant shall use Consultant’s best efforts to ensure there is no change of the retroactive date on this insurance coverage.

D. Commercial General Liability Insurance in an amount of not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence, combined single limit, written on an occurrence form.

E. If any travel by auto is to be done on behalf of the City, a comprehensive Auto Liability coverage, including (as applicable) owned, non-owned, and hired autos in an amount of not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence, combined single limit, written on an occurrence form.

F. The City of Tulare Risk Manager is hereby authorized to adjust the requirements set forth above in the event s/he determines such adjustment is in the City’s best interest.

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The City, and its officers, officials, agents, volunteers, and employees shall be named as additional insured to insurance coverage maintained by Consultant with respect to liability arising out of work or operations performed by Consultant on behalf of the City.

Consultant’s required General Liability and Automobile Liability insurance coverages shall be primary insurance as respects the City and its officers, officials, agents, volunteers, and employees. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City and/or its officers, officials, agents, volunteers, and employees shall be in excess of the Consultant’s insurance and shall be non-contributory. Any failure to comply with the reporting provisions of the policies shall not affect coverage provided to the City, its officers, officials, agents, volunteers, and employees.

Consultant shall furnish with the City with original certificates and amendatory endorsements or copies of the applicable policy language effecting the required coverage.

The City reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, including endorsements required by these specifications, at any time.

10. ACCESS TO RECORDS.

Consultant shall maintain all preparatory books, records, documents, accounting ledgers, and similar materials, including, but not limited to, calculations and notes relating to work performed for the City under this Agreement, on file for at least three (3) years following the date of final payment to Consultant by the City. Any duly authorized representative(s) of City shall have access to such records for the purpose of inspection, audit, and copying at reasonable times during Consultant’s usual and customary business hours. Consultant shall provide proper facilities to City’s representative(s) for such access and inspection.

11. TERMINATION.

Either party may terminate this Agreement upon five (5) days’ notice to the other party for any reason or no reason. In the event the City terminates this Agreement, Consultant shall cease all work as of the termination date after receiving notice from the City, unless otherwise advised in writing by the City, and shall invoice the City for all services performed and related costs incurred pursuant to this Agreement up to such termination date.

12. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS.

Services performed by Consultant pursuant to this Agreement shall be performed in accordance and full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and City laws and any rules or regulations promulgated thereunder.

13. NONDISCRIMINATION.

Consultant shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and City laws and any rules or regulations promulgated thereunder in regard to nondiscrimination in employment because of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, age, medical condition, handicap or other prohibited basis. All nondiscrimination rules or regulations required by law to be included in this Agreement are incorporated by this reference.

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14. NOTICE.

All notices, including notices of address changes, required to be sent hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been given when mailed to the addresses listed below:
(a) City of Tulare:

Chief Financial Officer
City of Tulare
Department of Finance
City Hall, 411 E. Kern Ave.

Tulare CA 93274
With a copy to [email protected].
(b) Consultant:

Angel Naval, Consulting Partner
Macias Gini & O’Connell LLP
2121 N. California Boulevard, Suite 750
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
[email protected]

15. EXHIBITS INCORPORATED.

All exhibits referred to in this Agreement and attached to it are hereby incorporated in it by this reference. In the event there is a conflict between any of the terms of this Agreement and any of the terms of any exhibit to the Agreement, the terms of the Agreement shall control the respective duties and liabilities of the parties.

16. JURISDICTION AND VENUE.

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, County of Tulare, and City of Tulare, excluding that body of law pertaining to conflict of laws. In the event of any dispute over this Agreement’s terms and conditions, the exclusive venue and jurisdiction for any litigation arising here under shall be in the Superior Court of Tulare County, California, and, if necessary for exclusive federal questions, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of California.

17. SEVERABILITY.

In the event any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions of this Agreement will remain in full force and effect.

18. ASSIGNMENT.

Consultant may not assign Consultant’s rights or delegate Consultant’s duties under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the City. Any attempted assignment or delegation without such consent shall be void.

19. WAIVER.

The waiver by either party of any default or breach of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other or subsequent default or breach.

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20. EQUITABLE REMEDIES.

Because the services to be performed by Consultant are personal and unique and because Consultant will have access to the City’s confidential information, the City will have the right to enforce this Agreement and any of its provisions by injunction, specific performance, or other equitable relief without prejudice to any other rights and remedies the City may have for a breach of this Agreement.

21. THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARIES.

Nothing in this Agreement, express or implied, is intended to, nor shall, be construed to confer upon any person, firm, corporation, or other entity, other than the parties to this Agreement and their permitted successors and assignees, any remedy or claim under or by reason of this Agreement as third-party beneficiaries or otherwise. The terms and conditions of this Agreement are for the sole and exclusive benefit of the parties to this Agreement.

22. ENTIRE AGREEMENT.

This Agreement constitutes the complete agreement between the parties and supersedes all previous agreements or representations, whether written or oral, with respect to the subject matter described herein. This Agreement may not be modified or amended except in writing signed by a duly authorized representative of each party. It is expressly agreed that any terms and conditions of Consultant’s invoices shall be superseded by the terms and conditions of this Agreement.

23. NO WAIVER OF RIGHTS.

Waiver of a breach or default under this Agreement shall not constitute a continuing waiver or a waiver of a subsequent breach of the same or any other provision of this Agreement. The failure to provide notice of any breach of this Agreement or failure to comply with any of the terms of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver thereof. Failure on the part of either party to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of the right to compel enforcement of such provision or any other provision. A waiver by the City of any one or more of the conditions of performance under this Agreement shall not be construed as waiver(s) of any other condition of performance under this Agreement.

24. COUNTERPARTS. ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES.

This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, and in that event, each counterpart shall be deemed a complete original and be enforceable without reference to any other counterpart. The words “execution,” “signed,” “signature,” and words of like import in this Agreement or in any other certificate, agreement or document related to this Agreement, shall include digital electronic signatures (e.g., DocuSign). The use of digital electronic signatures and electronic records (including, without limitation, any contract or other record created, generated, sent, communicated, received, or stored by electronic means) shall be of the same legal effect, validity and enforceability as a manually executed signature or use of a paper-based recordkeeping system to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed the CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT as of the date set forth in the first paragraph hereof.

CITY OF TULARE CONSULTANT

MARC MONDELL, ANGEL NAVAL,

CITY MANAGER CONSULTING PARTNER
MACIAS GINI & O’CONNELL LLP
Attest:
______________________________

MELISSA WILCOX,

CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK
Approved as to Form:
______________________________
MARIO U. ZAMORA,

CITY ATTORNEY
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EXHIBIT A – SCOPE OF SERVICES
Services are organized into a top priority scope (Items I–II) covering the validation, reconciliation, and close support the City needs to complete fiscal year 2026, and optional services (Items III–V) the City desires. Optional services will proceed as budget allows, depending on the level of effort and hours required for the priority work.

I. General Ledger Validation and Reconciliation - Eden enterprise resource planning system (legacy) to Tyler Enterprise ERP system (“EERP”) (conversion effective July 1, 2025; validation as of June 30, 2026)
A. Establish baseline and scope

1. Confirm the conversion approach and cutover dates with City staff: balances-only vs. balances plus transaction history, number of prior years converted, and which modules converted on which dates (a staggered go-live materially changes the reconciliation approach).

2. Obtain the chart of accounts and the audited, post close final trial balance and revenue and expenditure reports for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, generated from the Eden financial system, as well as balances at cutover for each module (accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, capital projects, purchasing/encumbrances, cash/investments, debt, grants).

3. Obtain the chart of accounts and trial balance, revenue and expenditure reports as of June 30, 2026, generated from the new EERP, as well as converted opening balances on July 1, 2025, for each module.

4. Obtain the Eden-to-EERP chart of accounts crosswalk (mapping document) used at conversion, along with any subsequent revisions, and confirm it is complete: every legacy account maps to an EERP account; identify one-to-many and many-to-one mappings, unmapped/orphaned legacy accounts, and new EERP accounts with no legacy predecessor.

5. Validate the structural integrity of the new chart of accounts: segment definitions (fund, department, division, object, project, grant), account type and normal balance flags, active/inactive status, and roll-up hierarchies that drive fund, function, and financial statement line-item reporting.

6. Confirm the City retains read-only access to Eden (or a validated archive/data extract) for the duration of this engagement and through the fiscal year 2026 audit, and that the archive satisfies records-retention and public-records obligations.

B. Subsidiary systems and interfaces

1. Obtain a list of all subsidiary systems feeding the general ledger and the timing of their conversion to or interface with EERP

2. For each interface, document the integration method (real-time application programming interface (API), scheduled batch, manual journal upload), posting frequency, control totals used, process owner, error/exception reporting, and who reviews and clears failed or suspended postings

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tracing a sample of transactions from each source system to the general ledger (“GL”) and reverse-tracing GL postings back to source.

4. Assess and determine if automated integration from subsidiary systems is posted to the general ledger accurately and timely.

5. Confirm the converted trial balance is in balance by individual fund, not only in total, and that interfund due to/due from and transfer in/transfer out accounts net to zero across all funds.

6. Identify and investigate accounts with abnormal balances (debit balances in revenue, credit balances in expenditure, negative cash by fund) and confirm all conversion, suspense, and clearing accounts have been cleared to zero.

7. Confirm pooled cash and the associated cash allocation by fund converted accurately and that the cash allocation routine in EERP produces results consistent with the Eden methodology.

8. Confirm closing entries and audit journal entries (“AJEs”) posted at June 30, 2025, are properly reversed or carried forward, as applicable, in EERP and chart of accounts for fiscal year 2026.

9. Confirm no unposted, in-process, or held batches exist in ERP at June 30, 2026, and that prior periods have been locked.

10. Provide the City with a completed checklist of validated and reconciled accounts, a list of observations and recommendations for accounts that require further research, and a roadmap to complete any unresolved items in the validation process.

II. Fiscal year 2026 Year-end Close Support
A. Develop a step-by-step guide for the year-end closeout process:

1. Using the new chart of accounts provide list of accounts that require monthly or year-end closing entries

2. Determine and list all accounts that require reconciliation to subsidiary systems/data and develop reconciliation schedules where needed

3. Review journal entries posted to June 30th for the past two years (i.e., fiscal years 2024 and 2025, from Eden) to confirm completeness and to build a standing recurring-entry inventory

4. Review all auditor AJEs for the past two years to confirm completeness

5. Review the external auditor’s prepared-by-client list (“PBC list”) and map each item to the corresponding EERP report or query, noting where a new report must be built

6. Refer to Government Finance Officers Association (“GFOA”) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting review checklist to confirm all GFOA requirements have been included in the checklist.

7. Incorporate any management comments or findings from previous audits and any prior-year material weaknesses or significant deficiencies as necessary.

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III.Fiscal year2026 Financial Reporting Support
A. Review fund balance classifications:

1. Using the new chart of accounts, perform beginning fund balance reconciliation to the prior year annual comprehensive financial statements

2. Review Governmental Accounting Standards Board Statement Number 54 classification definitions and document summary for Finance staff.

3. Review City policies and resolutions related to fund balances and net position, including any minimum fund balance/reserve policy, stabilization arrangements requiring disclosure, and the level of authority required to commit versus assign

4. Confirm the level of governmental authority behind each committed amount (formal action of the City Council) and the delegation supporting each assigned amount

5. Identify any funds with a deficit fund balance or net position and the plan to eliminate it

6. Analyze capital projects and determine proper classifications based on funding sources

7. Develop a matrix to track capital project balances by fund balance classification for easy reporting at year end.

IV.Reconcile active capital project balances in EERP to Eden:

1. Obtain and understanding of how capital projects were converted from Eden to EERP

2. Review capital project balances from Eden and determine new numbering via the chart of account cross walk.

3. Reconcile Eden balances to EERP and document any reconciling items that require adjustment.

V. Reconcile open purchase orders (“POs”) and encumbrance balances at June 30, 2025, in Eden to beginning purchase order balances at July 1, 2025, in EERP:

1. Obtain an understanding of how purchase orders were converted from the Eden to EERP

2. Review purchase order and encumbrance balances from Eden and determine new numbering via the chart of account cross walk.

3. Reconcile Eden balances to EERP at July 1, 2025, and document any reconciling items that require adjustment.

4. Review purchase order activity during fiscal year 2026 and confirm all activity is properly recorded in EERP including change orders

5. Review City policy regarding year-end PO carryover procedures and confirm that all POs requiring closure at year-end have been properly closed

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EXHIBIT B – FEES
Hourly Professional Services
Consultant’s fees will be based upon hourly rates for actual work performed, in accordance with the following schedule:

Staff Allocation Hourly Rate
Partner/Director $325
Senior Manager / Manager $225
Senior Accountant / Supervisor $165
Associate Accountant $125
The services described in Exhibit A are estimated to require approximately 260 hours of professional time, blended across the Partner, Manager, Senior Accountant, and Associate Accountant staff levels. This estimate is provided for planning and budgeting purposes only and does not constitute a guarantee of the total hours required to complete the services. As additional information becomes available during the onboarding and assessment phases of the engagement, the estimated level of effort may be reviewed and refined in coordination with City management.

This estimate assumes the City will provide timely access to relevant systems, documentation, data, and personnel necessary to perform the services. Delays in access to information or personnel availability may impact the timeline and level of effort required, and the Consultant shall not be responsible for delays resulting from the actions or inactions of the City or third parties.

Reimbursable Expenses
The fees listed in this Exhibit B are intended to be all-inclusive. Should the Consultant expect to incur out-of-pocket expenses (e.g., for travel, shipping, etc.) for which it will invoice the City, any such expenses must be approved in advance in writing by the City and shall be applied to the compensation limit set forth in Section 2 of this Agreement.

ACCOUNTING AND AUDIT

SUPPORT SERVICES

FOR THE
City of Tulare
Submitted by
Macias Gini & O’Connell LLP
Angel Naval, Partner
August 11, 2026
www.mgocpa.com
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CITY OF TULARE
Table of Contents
SECTION 1
Cover Letter.....................................................................................................1 SECTION 2
Executive Summary ........................................................................................4 SECTION 3
MGO Qualifications and Experience...............................................................6 SECTION 4
Team Overview ...............................................................................................9 SECTION 5
Approach & Cost Proposal............................................................................15 1 SECTION 1
Cover Letter
Macias Gini & O’Connell LLP
2121 N. California Boulevard, Suite 750
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
SECTION 1 | COVER LETTER
2 August 11, 2026
City of Tulare
Mark Roberts, Chief Financial Officer
[email protected]
Dear Mr. Roberts:

On behalf of Macias Gini & O’Connell LLP (MGO, a Limited Liability Partnership), I am pleased to present our proposal to assist the City of Tulare (City) with accounting services. Below is an overview of why MGO is among the best qualified to serve the City, and how you will benefit from MGO’s approach and experience.

We are deeply familiar with the exact work the City is requesting and with the City itself. MGO recently provided audit support to the City of Tulare for its fiscal year 2025 (FY25) audit, so we already know your team, your systems, and the issues that matter most heading into this year’s close. Our professionals have not only worked within and led government finance functions, but have also built accounting and finance departments from the ground up, guided cities through year-end closings, and prepared them for successful independent audits. Building on our existing relationship with the City, we can continue with minimal ramp-up, stabilize the fiscal year-end closing process for the year ended June 30, 2026, and position the City for a smooth audit while transferring knowledge that strengthens your team for the years ahead.

Government Experience
MGO is a nationwide certified public accounting (CPA) and advisory firm that provides auditing, consulting, and financial management-related services. MGO’s State and Local Government practice is one of the largest in the U.S. and offers distinguished resources in serving this highly complex sector with professionals dedicated to year-round service. We have extensive experience assessing governmental entities’ operations, programs, departments, policies and procedures, and internal controls for efficiency and effectiveness, performance, compliance, best practices, and gaps.

In California, our local government professionals have served more than 100 cities, 16 counties, and more than 200 special purpose units of government. Our firm has served as the independent auditor to six of the top 10 largest California cities and six of the top 10 largest California counties. In addition, we add value to governmental entities by providing operational and programmatic audits and assessments, which result in the rightsizing of controls, improved service delivery, enhanced reporting, and increased efficiency and effectiveness of processes, programs, and services.

Our Team
MGO brings a unique team to serve its advisory clients. We have several former government leaders including three city Finance Directors, a former transit CFO, an Auditor General, a City Auditor, a former Chief Internal Auditor, amongst others. We also have significant experience in providing these services within the framework of a professional service organization. Our years of experience and diverse backgrounds bring exceptional client experiences and results. We leverage our collective knowledge to dive deeply into the issues our clients face such as accounting, financial management, strategy, staffing, operations, information technology, and more.

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Our Track Record
MGO has a proven track record as a leader in providing professional services to the public sector. Since our inception in 1987, MGO has never had an audit failure. This is a testimony of our commitment to quality and maintaining the confidence of our clients and the public. MGO has provided valuable observations of best practices that improved compliance, financial reporting, internal controls, and operating efficiency and effectiveness.

Value-added Services
In addition to our ability to provide the requested services, MGO is a firm believer in going above and beyond to support the success of our clients. We perform more than just audits and performance audits; we assist clients with the accounting needs; we provide management consulting and internal audit services; and we assist clients with other advisory needs including technology advisory services.

Each year, we offer our clients training on upcoming government accounting and auditing standards and other areas of interest, such as environmental, social, and governance; cybersecurity; and risk assessment.

Our clients choose us for our hands-on, service-oriented business philosophy, coupled with our commitment to quality and reliability.

Our Cost Integrity
MGO's fee philosophy is to foster long-term client relationships by offering fair and competitive pricing. We always strive to provide the highest level of quality in the performance of our work and responsiveness to our client service needs.

On the pages that follow, we outline our understanding of your needs, our approach and work plan, the team that will serve you, and our fees. We would welcome the opportunity to meet and discuss how we can help the City achieve a timely close and efficient audit. If you have any questions or wish to discuss our proposal further, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,
Angel Naval, CPA
Partner
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Executive Summary
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Executive Summary
FY 2026 is the City of Tulare's first full fiscal year on Tyler Munis Enterprise ERP. With the conversion from Eden effective July 1, 2025, every balance in the June 30, 2026 trial balance rests on converted opening figures and a crosswalk that has not yet been tested against a completed fiscal year. First-year risk concentrates precisely where auditors look first: fund-level balancing, interfund activity, pooled cash allocation, subsidiary ledger integration, and the treatment of prior-year closing entries. Variances left unresolved at close do not stay quiet. They return as audit adjustments, findings, and delayed fieldwork.

The City's priority is clear: validate and reconcile the general ledger across two systems, and close FY 2026 in a way that can be repeated every June 30 thereafter. That is where we will concentrate our effort.

We begin from a known baseline. Having supported the City's FY 2025 audit, we have already worked with Tulare's trial balance, fund structure, and the schedules the auditors requested and accepted. We know which accounts required research and which items drew follow-up. That prior-year picture becomes the anchor for this engagement. Converted opening balances should tie to audited FY 2025 figures we already know, and where they do not, we can distinguish a conversion artifact from a real reconciling item without a discovery phase.

Validation and reconciliation. We confirm the conversion approach and module go-live sequence, then test the Eden-to-Munis crosswalk for completeness and validate the roll-up hierarchies that drive fund, function, and statement-level reporting. We reconcile month by month rather than only at year end, tracing transactions from each source system into the general ledger and back again. We confirm the trial balance balances by individual fund and not merely in total, that abnormal balances are explained, that conversion and suspense accounts are cleared, and that nothing from FY 2025 was stranded in the migration. The City receives a completed checklist of validated accounts, documented observations, and a roadmap for anything still open.

Year-end close guide. In parallel we build the step-by-step closeout guide: an inventory of recurring and yearend entries drawn from two years of journal and audit adjustment history, reconciliation schedules for accounts tied to subsidiary systems, and a mapping of every auditor request to the Munis report that satisfies it, flagging where a new report must be built. Having seen last year's request list from the audit side, we know the form and level of detail the auditors expect. Prior-year findings are built into the checklist so they are resolved during the close rather than raised again during fieldwork. We work alongside City finance staff throughout, so the guide reflects how Tulare actually closes its books and remains useful long after we leave.

What the City gets. A documented basis for the balances the City reports at June 30, 2026, a workpaper package organized to support auditor review, and a written closeout guide that gives the City a repeatable process going forward.
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MGO Qualifications and Experience
SECTION 3 | MGO QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
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History
Founded in 1987, Macias Gini & O’Connell LLP (MGO) is one of the fastest growing certified public accounting and advisory firms in the United States. MGO combines deep industry
experience with well-established accounting and advisory solutions to deliver tangible results. Our clients range from global technology and life science leaders to public
companies and innovative startups to the largest government entities in the country, to the biggest names in sports and entertainment. We have a staff of more than 565
professionals (125 in our State and Local Government
practice) located in 15 offices and remote throughout the world.

Why MGO?
Fanatics about response time
Our teamwork and communication culture has contributed
to our success and growth over more than three decades. We respond to questions and concerns quickly — even if it’s just to say “we received your message and are working on it” — and keep you continuously updated on the status of outstanding issues. We strive to exceed your expectations for timely communications.

Invest in relationships
Trust is essential to building meaningful relationships. We build your trust by getting to know you on a personal level. You are unique. You have your own specific story, values, and priorities.

From that foundation, we develop a tailored strategy that considers the full spectrum of your financial matters.

Go beyond
We have consistently been named one of the fastest growing accounting firms in the country. To achieve that recognition, we apply speed and focus when working with our clients to meet project deadlines and objectives. We are entrepreneurial and fast-moving, but we never lose our focus on serving you.

Our firm’s ability to be nimble allows MGO to complete this work on a timely basis. It’s this extra mile that separates MGO from the rest of the pack.

A meaningful, lasting relationship requires a good match on all sides.

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Experience in local government
Our firm has extensive experience working with public agency clients on accounting services, financial audits and internal audit and management consulting projects. One reason our clients choose us is our hands-on, service-oriented business philosophy coupled with our commitment to quality, reliability, and responsiveness to client needs: we come alongside and work with each client. MGO combines the skills, personality, attentiveness, and caring of a local firm with the breadth of services you expect from a national and international firm. We strive to exceed client expectations for timely communications.

Below is a representative list of local governments MGO has served:

SPECIAL DISTRICTS/PURPOSE GOVERNMENTS
• Alameda County Water
District
• Alameda-Contra Costa
Transit District
• Benicia Housing Authority
• Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena
Airport Authority
• Capitol Corridor Joint
Powers Authority
• City of Fresno Water and
Sewer Funds
• City of Los Angeles Sewer
Construction and
Maintenance Fund
• City of San Diego Public
Utilities
• City of San Jose Wastewater
Plant
• City of Santa Ana Water and
Sewer Funds
• Contra Costa County Transit
Agency
• Contra Costa Transportation
Authority
• Contra Costa Water District
• Fallbrook Public Utility
District
• First 5 San Francisco
Commission
• Golden Gate Bridge,
Highway and Transportation
District
• Housing Authority of the City
of Los Angeles
• Housing Authority of the City
of Oakland
• Housing Authority of the City
of San Francisco
• Housing Authority of the
County of Santa Clara
• John Wayne Airport
• Los Angeles World Airport
• Metropolitan Water District
of Southern California
• Norman Y. Mineta San Jose
International Airport
• Orange County Sanitation
District
• Orange County Waste and
Recycling
• Port of Oakland
• Port of Oakland
• Port of Los Angeles
• Port of San Diego
• Port of San Francisco
• Riverside Public Utilities
• Sacramento Housing and
Redevelopment Agency
• San Diego County Water
Authority
• San Francisco Bay Area
Rapid Transit District (BART)
• San Francisco County
Transportation Authority
• San Francisco Housing
Authority
• Santa Clara Valley Water
District
• Sonoma County Sanitation
District
• Sonoma County Water
Agency
• Sonoma-Marin Area Rail
Transit
• State of California,
Department of Water
Resources
• Triunfo Sanitation District
• Utility Authority of the City of
La Habra

COUNTY GOVERNMENTS
• Alameda
• Butte
• Contra Costa
• El Dorado
• Fresno
• Glenn
• Los Angeles
• Merced
• Napa
• Orange
• Placer
• Riverside
• Sacramento
• San Bernardino
• San Diego
• San Francisco
• San Mateo
• Santa Clara
• Sonoma
• Stanislaus
• Tulare
• Tuolumne
• Ventura
• Yolo

CITY GOVERNMENTS
• Albany
• Antioch
• Arvin
• Barstow
• Beaumont
• Berkeley
• Chico
• Chowchilla
• Compton
• Covina
• Cupertino
• Elk Grove
• Encinitas
• Fort Bragg
• Foster City
• Fremont
• Fresno
• Galt
• Glendora
• Hawaiian Gardens
• Hesperia
• Huntington Beach
• Inglewood
• Irvine
• La Habra
• La Mesa
• La Mirada
• Lake Forest
• Lodi
• Long Beach
• Los Altos
• Los Angeles
• Modesto
• Monrovia
• Moorpark
• Morgan Hill
• Mountain View
• Needles
• Oakland
• Palo Alto
• Pasadena
• Pleasant Hill
• Pleasanton
• Riverside
• Rohnert Park
• Rolling Hills Estates
• Roseville
• Sacramento
• San Carlos
• San Diego
• San Francisco
• San Jose
• San Ramon
• Santa Ana
• Santa Barbara
• Santa Monica
• Santa Rosa
• Sebastopol
• Simi Valley
• South El Monte
• Stockton
• Sunnyvale
• Temple City
• Tustin
• Union City
• Vacaville
• Ventura
• Vernon
• West Sacramento
• Winters
• Woodland
• Yorba Linda
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Team Overview
SECTION 4 | TEAM OVERVIEW
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Qualifications of the Engagement team
The proposed MGO engagement team is shown to the right. The team selected to serve the City and perform the services described in the RFP represents a strong, balanced blend of talent, professional skills, and industry experience that are most critical to working effectively with you. Our engagement team possesses:
• Broad government industry experience
• Deep government finance and accounting knowledge and
experience
• Requisite relevant continuing professional education
Your engagement team
The individuals below are proposed to serve the City. Each has been selected for direct, relevant experience with California local government closes and audits, and all will be available for the duration of the engagement.

Team member Role on this engagement Primary focus for the City Angel Naval, CPA, CIA Engagement Partner Oversees the engagement and provides final quality review and sign-off on all deliverables.

Nicholas Sanchez Advisory Director Client relationship management, staffing, budget and billing oversight, and escalation point for the City.

Debra Auker, MPA Advisory Senior Manager
— Engagement Lead
Day-to-day leadership of the financial system
reconciliation, year-end close procedures, audit
readiness and liaison with the City’s external auditors.

Roman Aguilar Supervisor Review/preparation of reconciliation schedules and workpapers, and direct support to City staff.

Staff and senior
accountants Engagement support Account validation and reconciliations, schedule preparation, and documentation of account balances.

Angel Naval

ENGAGEMENT PARTNER
Nicholas Sanchez

CONSULTING DIRECTOR
Debra Auker

CONSULTING SENIOR MANAGER
Roman Aguilar

SUPERVISOR

CORE TEAM MEMBERS
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Angel Naval, CPA, CIA
Consulting Partner
How I deliver value to you …
I provide value-driven guidance across accounting, financial reporting, technical accounting, and corporate finance. With an innovative mindset and a proven track record of designing effective, scalable solutions, I support clients in achieving their business goals with efficiency and strategic insight.

My experience
I am passionate about helping clients unlock the full potential of their accounting processes to drive meaningful business outcomes. I focus on providing practical, actionable insights that translate complex challenges into clear, results-driven solutions, all aimed at fostering growth and long-term success.

My areas of focus include financial reporting, implementation of new accounting standards, strategic financial planning and analysis, internal controls, financial due diligence, and mergers and acquisitions. I aim to bring clarity, consistency, and a forward-thinking perspective to every project, with a commitment to delivering measurable value and building trusted relationships.

In recognition of my professional accomplishments and leadership within the accounting profession, I was honored by the Los Angeles Business Journal in April 2021 as one of its “Minorities of Influence” in the CPA category. In March 2023, I was selected as a nominee for the CalCPA “Women to Watch” Awards, recognizing emerging and experienced leaders who have made significant contributions to the profession. Most recently, in 2025, I was recognized by the Los Angeles Business Journal as one of the “Women of Influence” in Accounting.

Prior to joining MGO, I developed extensive audit and assurance experience at a Top 10 accounting firm, where I served both SEC registrants and privately held companies throughout the Los Angeles area. This experience provided me with a strong foundation in financial reporting, regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and advising clients across a variety of industries.

Education and certifications
• Miriam College, Quezon City,
Philippines, B.S., Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant,
California
• Certified Internal Auditor
Associations
• American Institute of Certified
Public Accountants
• California Society of CPAs
• Institute of Internal Auditors
• Information Systems Audit and
Control Association
[email protected]
+1 (213) 408-8691
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Nicholas Sanchez, CPA
Consulting Director
How I deliver value to you …
I am part of the Consulting practice, bringing my experience and knowledge to each engagement. I strive to embody MGO’s Fundamental: “Create loyalty and great experience.” Through my focus on going the extra mile, I aim to create “wow” moments with my clients while helping them pave a path towards a bright future for themselves and their constituents.

My experience
Born and raised in Southern California, I have worked in a variety of industries before finding my calling as an accountant. Working in construction, renewable energy, education, and hospitality has given me great real-world experience across a wide variety of industries.

In 2013, I entered public accounting, supporting all aspects of client engagements including preparing tax returns, providing tax planning advice, and performing full-service accounting and compliance related services for agriculture, manufacturing and high-net-worth clients.

I joined MGO in 2019 and work extensively with nonprofit entities, manufacturers, residential and commercial real estate developers, rental companies, hospitality, and technology firms. I focus on providing compliance and full-service outsourced accounting and advisory services to clients based in California and nationwide. Since joining MGO, I have developed a strong grasp of day-to-day operations, cashflow budgeting, and risk analysis for a wide range of small and medium sized businesses and non-profit entities Education and certifications
• California State University,
Dominguez Hills, B.S.,
Accounting and Marketing
• Certified Public Accountant
(California)
Associations
• American Institute of Certified
Public Accountants
• California Society of CPAs

[email protected]
+1 (213) 408-8679
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Debra Auker, MPA
Consulting Senior Manager
My experience
I have dedicated my 30+ year career to local government finance and enjoyed working with several organizations. After working for a public accounting firm for more than eight years, I got my first job as controller at a City on the peninsula.

Over the next 24 years, I was fortunate to serve local governments in the San Francisco Bay Area, mostly as director of finance/CFO. I recently joined MGO has a senior manager focusing on client advisory and accounting services.

Before working with MGO, I participated in many organizational transformations, including reorganizations, major budget revisions due to economic downturns, changes to financial reporting, reviewing business processes, updating policies and procedures, implementing efficiencies and the development of long-term goals and financial plans. I have worked with departments to achieve organization-wide goals and provided financial information to Boards, Councils, Committees, management, staff, citizens, and labor unions on topics of budget, ACFR, debt, reserves, retirees’ health benefits, and CalPERs.

As a former Finance Director, I have worked with several financial consulting partners covering a variety of services including audits, bond issuance, new revenue source development and administration (CFD, UUT, AD), fee studies, technology strategic planning, and investment management. I have been involved in financial system evaluation, acquisition, upgrades and implementations including automated purchasing/disbursement systems, payroll, online time reporting, and online purchasing cards. I have gained experience in strategic financial management and reporting, policy development, operational assessment, revenue measures, contract reviews, request for proposals, budgeting, accounting, purchasing and payroll. I enjoy developing and mentoring staff and see myself as a strong collaborator, organizer, leader and problem solver.

Debra Auker is a local
I received my BA in Business Economics from UC Santa Barbara and Master of Public Administration with an emphasis in Human Resources from Notre Dame de Namur University. I currently live with my family in Walnut Creek.

Representative client experience
• City of Belmont
• City of Half Moon Bay
• City of Hayward
• City of Emeryville
• City of San Carlos
• City of Atherton
• East Bay Regional Park District
• City of San Ramon*
*with MGO
Education and certifications
• Notre Dame de Namur
University, Master of Public
Administration
• University of California Santa
Barbara, B.A. in Business
Economics
Associations
• California Society of Municipal
Finance Directors
• Government Finance Officers
Association
[email protected]
+1 (925) 395-2324
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Roman Aguilar, CPA
Supervisor
How I deliver value to you …
As a public sector audit supervisor, I’m passionate about doing what’s best for my clients, keeping audit projects on track and running smoothly, and delivering timely reports and valuable recommendations to support their financial and operational objectives. My focus on collaboration and listening generously supports a shared vision of project objectives and an excellent service experience for the organizations I serve.

My experience
I am an assurance supervisor with more than six years of public sector accounting experience in the education and nonprofit industries, as well as a track record of successful engagements for state, local and tribal government entities and commercial organizations. My work in the public sector includes conducting audits that conformed with the U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Representative client experience
Municipal Entities
• City of Eugene*
• City of Gresham*
• City of Northglenn*
• City of Thornton*
• County of Alameda
• California Municipal Finance Authority
• Metropolitan Water District of
Southern California
Educational Institutions
• Cheyenne Mountain Schools*
• Genoa-Hugo School District*
Tribal Governments
• Confederated Tribes of Grand
Ronde*
• Confederated Tribes of the Warm
Springs*
• Jackson Band of Miwuk Indians*
• Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of
Michigan*
• Snoqualmie Indian Tribe*
• Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians
• Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians
Gaming
• For Winds Casino Dowagiac*
• Four Winds Casino Hartford*
• Four Winds Casino New Buffalo*
• Four Winds Casino South Bend*
• Gamin Capital Group*
• Gun Lake Casino*
• Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana*
• Kewadin Casinos*
• Magic Star Casinos*
• PointsBet*
• Red Hawk Resort & Casino*Soaring
Eagle Casino & Resort*
• Soboba Casino & Resort*
• Spirit Mountain Casino*
• The Mill Casino*
• Thunder Valley Casino Resort*
• Viejas Casino & Resort
• Win-River Resort & Casino*
Education and certifications
• William Jessup University, M.B.A.
• Clemson University, MAcc
• Zhao Quing University, B.A. in
Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant,
California
Associations
• American Institute Of Certified
Public Accountants
• California Society of CPA
[email protected]
+1 (415) 963-3779
Education and certifications
• University of Oregon, B.S.,
Accounting
• Chemeketa Community College,
A.S., Accounting
• Licensed in Oregon, with pending
licensure in California
Associations
• American Institute of Certified
Public Accountants
• Oregon Society of CPAs
Proposed role and
responsibilities
• Plan and coordinate logistics of
audit work, such as document
and interview requests
• Prepare, review, and update
audit plans with oversight from
the Engagement Partner
• Supervise staff performing audit
work, assist with questions that
arise during the engagement,
and review draft deliverables for
completeness and accuracy
• Perform substantive and
analytical procedures and
document the results in complex
areas of financial statements
[email protected]
+1 (858) 345-3024
*Prior to MGO
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SECTION 5
Approach & Cost Proposal
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Understanding of Your Needs
The City of Tulare converted from Eden Systems to Tyler Munis Enterprise ERP effective July 1, 2025, making FY 2026 the first full fiscal year closed on the new system. The City's top priority is validation and reconciliation of general ledger accounts for the year ended June 30, 2026, supported by assistance through the fiscal year-end close:

Within the year-end close, the City has identified four specific areas of support:
• Developing a step-by-step guide for the year-end closeout process • Reviewing fund balance classifications
• Reviewing open purchase orders and year-end encumbrances • Reviewing and reconciling capital project balances
A conversion year raises the stakes on all of it. Every balance in the June 30, 2026 trial balance rests on converted opening figures and a crosswalk that has not yet been tested against a completed fiscal year, and conversion variances that survive the close reappear as audit adjustments and findings. Our scope is built to close that gap before fieldwork begins.

Scope of Work
Our services are organized into a top priority scope (Items I–II) covering the validation, reconciliation, and close support the City needs to complete FY2026, and optional services (Items III–V) the City desires.

Optional services will proceed as budget allows, depending on the level of effort and hours required for the priority work.

TOP PRIORITY SCOPE OF SERVICES
I. General Ledger Validation and Reconciliation - Eden Financial System (legacy) to Tyler Munis Enterprise ERP (conversion effective July 1, 2025; validation as of June 30, 2026) A. Establish baseline and scope
• Confirm the conversion approach and cutover dates with City staff: balances-only vs. balances plus transaction history, number of prior years converted, and which modules converted on which dates (a staggered go-live materially changes the reconciliation approach). • Obtain the chart of accounts and the audited, post close final trial balance and revenue and expenditure reports for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025 generated from the Eden financial system, as well as balances at cutover for each module (AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, capital projects, purchasing/encumbrances, cash/investments, debt, grants). • Obtain the chart of accounts and trial balance, revenue and expenditure reports as of June 30, 2026 generated from the new Tyler Munis Enterprise ERP, as well as converted opening balances at July 1, 2025 for each module.
• Obtain the Eden-to-ERP chart of accounts crosswalk (mapping document) used at conversion, along with any subsequent revisions, and confirm it is complete: every legacy account maps to a Munis account; identify one-to-many and many-to-one mappings, unmapped/orphaned legacy accounts, and new ERP accounts with no legacy predecessor. • Validate the structural integrity of the new chart of accounts: segment definitions (fund, department, division, object, project, grant), account type and normal balance flags, active/inactive status, and roll-up hierarchies that drive fund, function, and financial statement line-item reporting.

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• Confirm the City retains read-only access to Eden (or a validated archive/data extract) for the duration of this engagement and through the FY2026 audit, and that the archive satisfies recordsretention and public-records obligations.

B. Subsidiary systems and interfaces
• Obtain a list of all subsidiary systems feeding the general ledger and the timing of their conversion to or interface with the new ERP
• For each interface, document the integration method (real-time API, scheduled batch, manual journal upload), posting frequency, control totals used, process owner, error/exception reporting, and who reviews and clears failed or suspended postings • Confirm subsidiary ledger data is accurately being integrated or posted to the general ledger for the 12 months ended June 30, 2026, by validating cross walked accounts and reconciling account balances monthly (not solely at year end), and by tracing a sample of transactions from each source system to the GL and reverse-tracing GL postings back to source. • Assess and determine if automated integration from subsidiary systems is posted to the general ledger accurately and timely.
• Confirm the converted trial balance is in balance by individual fund, not only in total, and that interfund due to/due from and transfer in/transfer out accounts net to zero across all funds. • Identify and investigate accounts with abnormal balances (debit balances in revenue, credit balances in expenditure, negative cash by fund) and confirm all conversion, suspense, and clearing accounts have been cleared to zero.
• Confirm pooled cash and the associated cash allocation by fund converted accurately and that the cash allocation routine in the new ERP produces results consistent with the Eden methodology. • Confirm closing entries and audit journal entries (AJEs) posted at June 30, 2025 are properly reversed or carried forward, as applicable, in the new ERP and chart of accounts for FY 2026. • Confirm no unposted, in-process, or held batches exist in the new ERP at June 30, 2026, and that prior periods have been locked.
• Provide the City with a completed checklist of validated and reconciled accounts, a list of observations and recommendations for accounts that require further research, and a roadmap to complete any unresolved items in the validation process.

II. FY2026 Year-end Close Support
A. Develop a step-by-step guide for the year-end closeout process:
o Using the new chart of accounts provide list of accounts that require monthly or year-end closing entries
o Determine and list all accounts that require reconciliation to subsidiary systems/data and develop reconciliation schedules where needed
o Review journal entries posted to June 30 for the past two years (FY2024 and FY2025, from Eden) to confirm completeness and to build a standing recurring-entry inventory o Review all auditor AJEs for the past two years to confirm completeness o Review the external auditor’s checklist of items requested (PBC list) and map each item to the corresponding ERP report or query, noting where a new report must be built o Refer to GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting review checklist to confirm all GFOA requirements have been included in the checklist o Incorporate any management comments or findings from previous audits and any prior-year material weaknesses or significant deficiencies as necessary SECTION 5 | APPROACH & COST PROPOSAL
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III. FY2026 Financial Reporting Support (Optional Services) A. Review fund balance classifications:
o Using the new chart of accounts, perform beginning fund balance reconciliation to the prior year ACFR
o Review GASB Statement 54 classification definitions and document summary for finance staff. o Review City policies and resolutions related to fund balances and net position, including any minimum fund balance/reserve policy, stabilization arrangements requiring disclosure, and the level of authority required to commit versus assign
o Confirm the level of governmental authority behind each committed amount (formal action of the City Council) and the delegation supporting each assigned amount o Identify any funds with a deficit fund balance or net position and the plan to eliminate it o Analyze capital projects and determine proper classifications based on funding sources o Develop a matrix to track capital project balances by fund balance classification for easy reporting at year end
B. Reconcile active capital project balances in new Tyler Munis Enterprise ERP to the Eden financial system:
o Obtain and understanding of how capital projects were converted from the Eden financial system to the new ERP
o Review capital project balances from Eden financial system and determine new numbering via the chart of account cross walk.
o Reconcile the Eden balances to the new ERP and document any reconciling items that require adjustment.

C. Reconcile open purchase orders and encumbrance balances at June 30, 2025 in Eden financial system to beginning purchase order balances at July 1, 2025 in new ERP:
o Obtain an understanding of how purchase orders were converted from the Eden financial system to the new ERP
o Review purchase order and encumbrance balances from Eden financial system and determine new numbering via the chart of account cross walk.
o Reconcile the Eden balances to the new ERP at July 1, 2025 and document any reconciling items that require adjustment.
o Review purchase order activity during FY 2025-26 and confirm all activity is properly recorded in the new ERP including change orders
o Review City policy regarding year-end PO carry over procedures and confirm that all POs requiring closure at year-end have been properly closed o Develop a list of outstanding purchase order encumbrances at June 30, 2026 SECTION 5 | APPROACH & COST PROPOSAL
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Cost Proposal
Our fee philosophy is to foster long-term client relationships by offering fair and competitive pricing. It is our commitment to offer quality service at competitive and fair rates. We are sensitive to your need to control and contain costs. We have developed a pricing model that allows us to provide a high level of experience, commitment, and quality for your engagement, without compromising quality.

MGO plans to bill on a time and materials basis, monthly, against hours actually worked, at the discounted FY26 rates below. Our total estimated fee for this engagement will not exceed $50,000 and we are available to begin work immediately upon execution of the engagement letter.

Position Rate
Partner / Director $325
Senior Manager / Manager $225
Sr. Accountant / Supervisor $165
Associate Accountant $125
Our effort will be directed first and entirely to the top priority scope: general ledger validation and reconciliation, and year-end close support. The table below estimates the hours and fees required.

Top priority workstream Estimated hours Estimated fees
Financial system-account validation and reconciliation 210 $39,000 Year-end closing process documentation 50 $11,000
Estimated Total – Not to Exceed 260 $50,000
A conversion year carries real uncertainty in the volume of reconciling work, and the hours above are an estimate rather than a fixed measure of effort. We will manage the engagement against the not-to-exceed amount and report our progress and hours consumed to the CFO on a regular basis. If the priority work is completed within budget and hours remain, we will inform management and confirm with the City whether to apply the remaining hours to the optional services described in Item III - fund balance classifications, capital project balances, and open purchase orders and encumbrances. We will not begin any optional work without the City's approval, and we will not exceed $50,000 without it.

Estimates assume a blended rate of approximately $193 per hour, reflecting the anticipated mix of partner, manager, supervisor, and staff time, and are provided for planning purposes. They further assume the FY2025 audit is complete and the ACFR issued, that the City retains read-only access to Eden or a validated archive through the FY2026 audit, that Tyler conversion documentation and Munis reporting access are made available, and that City finance staff are available for scheduled working sessions. Should we identify significant issues requiring work not contemplated here, we will bring them to management's attention before proceeding.

We do not plan to incur expenses in association with our work with the City. If on-site services are required, we will obtain the City's approval prior to incurring and billing any expenses (e.g., travel, shipping, supplies).

MGO & You
We are excited toexplore the opportunities.

Angel Naval, CPA, CIA
Partner
+1 (213) 4088691
[email protected]
mgocpa.com
Item #: 6.5
Consent
Staff Report
City Council
Date: September 15, 2026
Department: Economic Development & Redevelopment
Submitted by: Jennifer Gomez, Executive Director of Economic Development & Redevelopment Agenda Title: Economic Development Updates

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Receive an update on economic development activities.

ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Economic Development

SUMMARY
Attached is the August 2026 Economic Development Bulletin identifying activities and projects that took place in the previous month highlighting four elements of economic development. • Building permits issued pertaining to residential and commercial improvements along with the total value of those improvements
• Business licenses that were issued for either new businesses, change of ownership, or businesses that failed to have a business license previously • Active projects that will have a sizeable impact on economic development • Site Plan Review projects that have been submitted to the City that could positively address commercial and residential needs
This is an informational item only and does not require any action by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT & FUNDING SOURCES
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

LEGAL REVIEW
This item does not require legal review.

PUBLIC NOTICE
This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as a part of the agenda.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

1. Approve with changes

2. Deny

3. Table

ATTACHMENTS

1. August 2026 Economic Development Bulletin
Reviewed/Approved: TG
TheEconomicDevelopment

BULLETIN
August2026
Building Permits
166 Building Permits - Total Valuation $29,381,614.00
Residential
Single Family, Accessory/Alterations/Additions,
Re-Roof, Photovoltaic, Patio/Porch/Carport,
Pool/Spa/Water Feature, Multifamily
Commercial
New, Alterations/Additions, Tenant
Improvements, Site Improvements, Signage
150 16
Net New Business Licenses
15 New Businesses
Business Address
Hair by Alani 1651 E. Prosperity Ave.

Lovely Nails 1028 N. Cherry St.

Infinity Fades Barbershop 1354 E. Bardsley Ave.

China Garden Restaurant 500 E.Tulare Ave.

US Outlet Stores Tulare 1407 Retherford St.

Villalobos 1355 E.Tulare Ave.

Seventh Star Market & Gas 1095 E.Tulare Ave.

El Antojo 209 S. Santa Clara St.

Wellnet360 Health 1559 Hillman St.

Loza & Co. 204 South K St.

El Padrino’s Pizza and Grill 505 W. Bardsley Ave.

Tukasa 451 E. Cross Ave.

Kaweah Health Tulare Clinic 1000 N. Mooney Blvd.

My Amigo Tax and Insurance 740 W. Inyo Ave.

Super 7 Smog 117 W. Inyo Ave.

Active Projects
Status of Active Projects
Project Title & Description Address
International Agri-Center Way Interchange
Construction 99% Completed
Anticipated Completion Aug. 2026
Hwy 99 & International Agri-Center Way
International Agri-Center Way Extension
Design Phase - 100%
Environmental Phase - Anticipated Completion Sept.
2026
Connecting Laspina St. to Turner Dr.

Santa Fe Trail Residential
Multi-Family Residential - 40 units
Permits approved
North M Street & Santa Fe Trail
Ginder Apartments
Multi-Family Residential - 216 units
Plan Review
N. Retherford btw E. Cartmill Ave. & E. Corvina Ave.

Glass Avenue - Phase I
Mutli-Family Residential - 54 units
Under construction
N. Retherford btw E. Cartmill Ave. & E. Corvina Ave.

Villas @ Sierra Ranch
Single Family Residential - 90 lots
Under Construction
N. Retherford btw E. Corvina Ave. & E. Leland Ave.

Sorrento
Single Family Residential - 132 lots
Under construction
SW Corner of Mooney Blvd. & Cartmill Ave.

KCOK 4, 6, 7
Single Family Residential - 95 lots
Under construction
Morrison St. btw Prosperity Ave. & Castlerock Ave.

Caltrans: Hwy 99 Widening Project & Paige Ave.

Interchange
Design Phase - 95%
ROW Acquisition
Farrar 2, 3, & 4
Single Family Residential - 257 lots
Under construction
Morrison St. btw Seminole Ave. & Pine Valley Ave.

Fulton Estates
Single Family Residential - 183 lots
Under construction
SW Corner of Tulare Ave. & Rd. 124
Hidden Ridge
Single Family Residential - 30 lots
Under construction
Bardsley Ave. btw Mammoth St. & Morrison St.

Mission Creek
Single Family Residential - 273 lots
Under construction
SW Corner of Bardsley Ave. & Rd. 124
Cottonwood 3
Single Family Residential - 86 lots
Under construction
SE Corner of Foster Dr. & Mooney Blvd.

Maverik Travel Center
Under Construction
Opening Summer 2026
SE Corner of Hwy 99 & Cartmill Ave.

Sequoia Marketplace
Carwash - Under Construction
Service Station - Under Construction
Savemart - application pending
NE Corner of Mooney Blvd. & Bardsley Ave.
iONNA EV
Under construction.
621 E. Prosperity Avenue
Fernandes Subdivision
Single Family Residential - 120 lots
Tentative Subdivision Map Approved
NE Corner of Paige Ave. & E Street
Hwy 99 Water Crossing
Environmental phase
Near intersection of Washington Ave. & Gem Street
on the west side of Hwy 99 and extend east to
Corvina Ave. alignment west of Retherford Street
F&C Farming
Single Family Residential - 543 lots
Under construction
SW Corner of Prosperity Ave. & Oakmore Road
Sam’s Foods Supermarket
Remodel of former R-N Market
Under Construction
1043 E. Bardsley Avenue
Corvina Apartments
Mixed Use - 8 duplexes & commercial
Building permit plan check
SW Corner of Corvina Ave. & Hillman St.

Santa Fe West
Single Family Residential - 171 lots
Tentative Map Approved
SE Corner of Zumwalt & E Street
Valov
Single Family Residential - 160 lots
Improvement Plans Approved
North of Paige Ave. & East of E St.

Lekkerkerker
Single Family Residential - 228 lots
Improvement Plans Approved
NE Corner of Paige Ave. & Pratt St.

Sherwood South Subdivision
Single Family Residential - 209 lots
Multi-Family Residential - 76 units
Tentative Map Approved
NE Corner of Bardsley Ave. & Enterprise St.

Dutch Bros.

Building permit plan check
SE Corner of Hwy 99 & Cartmill Ave.

The Oasis
Commercial Development
Under Construction
215 E. Kern Ave.

Site Plan Review
Preliminary Site Plan Review Applications
Project Title & Description Address
Enterprise & Inyo
Single Family Residential - approx. 275 lots
NE Corner of Enterprise St. & Inyo Ave.

For any inquires on these projects, please reach out to:

Jennifer Gomez, MPA
Executive Director of Economic Development & Redevelopment [email protected]
559.684.4230 | C: 559.309.4726
425 East Kern Avenue, Tulare, CA 93274
Item #: 6.6
Consent
Staff Report
City Council
Date: September 15, 2026
Department: Engineering Services - Engineering
Submitted by: Michael Miller, City Engineer
Agenda Title: Grant of Easement to SoCalGas for the Parking Lot South of 215 E. Kern Avenue

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Authorize the City Manager to execute a Grant of Easement and Certificate of Conveyance to Southern California Gas Company (“SoCalGas”) for installation and maintenance of SoCalGas utilities located in the parking area south of the property at 215 E Kern Ave, subject only to minor conforming and clarifying changes acceptable to the City Attorney and City Manager.

ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Infrastructure and Transportation

SUMMARY
Improvements were made to the building located at 215 E. Kern Avenue, including upgrades to gas facilities and other utility connections. These modifications were necessary to provide appropriate infrastructure for the building, such as a gas supply line and meter. During the installation process, the developer, in coordination with Southern California Gas Company, identified that no existing easement had been established for the previously installed facilities. As a result, a new easement is required to provide Southern California Gas Company with the rights needed to install, access, operate, maintain, and repair its facilities within this area. Granting this easement is consistent with the City’s standard practice of ensuring utility providers have appropriate access to public infrastructure.

FISCAL IMPACT & FUNDING SOURCES
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

LEGAL REVIEW
The easement submittal from Southern California Gas Company follows their standard format and is consistent with utility easement dedication documents previously accepted by the City.

PUBLIC NOTICE
This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as a part of the agenda.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

1. Approve with changes

2. Deny

3. Table
Approval with changes would require resubmittal and staff review before the easement could return to Council for acceptance. Denial or tabling of the request could prevent or delay Southern California Gas Company from proceeding with the utility installation, which could affect development and occupancy of the property.

ATTACHMENTS

1. 215 E Kern Ave – Gas Co Easement

2. 215 E Kern Ave - Gas Co Certificate of Conveyance

3. 215 E Kern Ave - Map
Reviewed/Approved: TG
Form 1390-A
Recording Requested by and
when recorded mail to:

Southern California Gas Company
8101 Rosemead Blvd., ML SC722K
Pico Rivera, California 90660-5100
Attn.: Land & Right of Way
SPACE ABOVE FOR RECORDER’S USE
Leak
Survey
Area #: 103-66
DOCUMENTARY TRANSFER TAX $0 Conveyance of
Easement (Oil and Gas Lease) and Consideration &
Value is Less Than $100. R&T 11911
APN: 176-400-009
CPD#: 33877533
R.W. 282469 Southern California Gas Company

GRANT OF EASEMENT
CITY OF TULARE, A Municipal Corporation of the State of California, (Grantor), hereby grants to Southern California Gas Company, A California Corporation, its successors and assigns to (Grantee), a non-exclusive easement to construct, maintain, operate, add to, extend, one or more pipelines, together with metering, and other appurtenances (all hereinafter referred to as the "Facilities") for the distribution of natural gas, with the reasonable right of ingress and egress to the Facilities located in the County of Tulare, in the State of California, within the following described boundaries:

PARCEL NO. 1:

LOTS 21 AND 22 IN BLOCK 78 OF THE TOWN OF TULARE, IN THE CITY OF TULARE, IN

THE COUNTY OF TULARE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 3, PAGE 36 OF MAPS IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY.

PARCEL NO. 2:

THE SOUTHERLY 6 INCHES OF THE WESTERLY 75 FEET OF LOT 20 IN BLOCK 78 OF THE

TOWN OF TULARE, IN THE CITY OF TULARE, IN THE COUNTY OF TULARE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 3, PAGE 36 OF MAPS IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, within the following described boundaries:

A 5.00 foot strip of land, lying 2.50 feet on each side of the gas pipeline, as installed by Grantee, lying within said portion of Parcels 1 and 2.

Form 1390-A
This legal description was prepared by Southern California Gas Company for an easement for utility distribution lines and service facilities pursuant to the exemption granted by California Business and Professions Code Section 8730 (c) Form 1390-A
R.W. 282469
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, these presents are hereby signed this ___ day of _______________, 20_____.

GRANTOR(s): CITY OF TULARE, A Municipal Corporation of the State of California Signature Signature
Print Name Print Name
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ALL-PURPOSE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
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On _____________________, 20____ before me, _______________________________, a Notary Public, personally appeared ___________________________________, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ties), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument.

I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.
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Signature:

Commission #:

Commission Expiration:

A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document.

Office of the City Manager
411 East Kern, Tulare, CA 93274
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CERTIFICATE OF CONVEYANCE
THIS IS TO CERTIFY, that the interest in real property conveyed by the Grant of Easement dated _______________________________ from the City of Tulare, a Municipal Corporation of the State of California to Southern California Gas Company was duly conveyed by the City Council of the City of Tulare on September 15, 2026, and by the same order of the City Council of the City of Tulare, the City Manager was authorized to execute this Certificate of Conveyance to be recorded with the Grant of Easement.

CITY OF TULARE
By:

Marc Mondell, City Manager
ATTEST:

Melissa Wilcox, City Clerk & Public
Affairs Director
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SURFACE IMPROVEMENTS, CITY OR COUNTY RECORD DRAWINGS, AND UTILITY COMPANY RECORD DRAWINGS. IN SOME CASES IT HAS NOT BEEN POSSIBLE TO OBTAIN PERTINENT INFORMATION FROM THESE COMPANIES. ALTHOUGH EVERY EFFORT HAS BEEN MADE TO ACCURATELY SHOW THE UNDERGROUND UTILITY LINES, IT WILL BE NECESSARY TO CONFIRM THE LOCATIONS BY NOTIFYING UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT. TELEPHONE U.S.A. AT 811 PRIOR TO DIGGING. THE DEPTHS OF ALL LINES MUST BE DETERMINED BY CAREFULLY PROBING OR POTHOLING UNDER UTILITY COMPANY SUPERVISION. DRY UTILITY INFORMATION WAS REQUESTED FROM SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY, AT&T, THE GAS COMPANY, AND COMCAST CABLE ON JUNE 13, 2025. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY RECORD DRAWINGS WERE RECEIVED ON JUNE 25, 2025. AT&T RECORD DRAWINGS WERE RECEIVED JULY 10, 2025. THE GAS COMPANY RECORD DRAWINGS WERE NOT RECEIVED AS OF JANUARY 2, 2026. COMCAST CABLE COMPANY RECORD DRAWINGS WERE RECEIVED ON JUNE 25, 2025. CITY UTILITY INFORMATION WAS REQUESTED FROM THE CITY OF TULARE ON JUNE 13, 2025. CITY RECORD DRAWINGS WERE RECEIVED ON JUNE 16, 2025.

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Item #: 7.1
Public Hearing
Staff Report
City Council
Date: September 15, 2026
Department: Community Development - Housing
Submitted by: Norveen Brar, Housing and Grants Specialist Jessica Cervantez, Housing and Grants Specialist
Agenda Title: 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Adopt a resolution approving the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation (CAPER); and authorize the City Manager or their designee to submit the 2025 CAPER to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on behalf of the City of Tulare.

ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Housing and Community Development

SUMMARY
The City’s staff regularly secures, administers, and evaluates the impact of federal and state grant assisted projects and activities. Projects and activities typically address local housing, social service, and infrastructure needs. As part of investing federal resources through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Programs, staff must prepare Annual Action Plans (AAP) and Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Reports (CAPER). An AAP identifies service levels and anticipated budgets on all activities ahead of each program year (July 1 through June 30), while a CAPER describes the City’s progress toward achieving both short- and long-term goals of the Consolidated Plan. City residents and all other stakeholders are encouraged to review the 2025 Annual Action Plan, 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, and a draft 2025 CAPER on the CDD webpage at:
https://www.tulare.ca.gov/government/departments/community-development/housing-grantsservices/reports The proposed 2025 CAPER describes the outcomes of activities and projects implemented with CDBG and/or HOME funds between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026. During this period, the City committed a total of $868,429 in CDBG funds across four activities and $500,000 of HOME funds across three activities. These CDBG and HOME activities addressed goals of the City’s Consolidated Plan. The specific CDBG and HOME activities implemented during the 2025 Program Year are listed in Tables 1 and 2 below.

Table 1 – 2025 CDBG Activities
Consolidated Plan Goal Activity and Funding Commitment
Revitalize communities • Public Infrastructure Improvements and Neighborhood Preservations - Tulare and Dayton Ave. project - $364,500 Enhance public services • Case management, housing navigation, interim housing, and behavioral health care for unhoused people with Kings View - $106,000
Preserve and expand affordable
housing opportunities
• Minor home repair and rehabilitation grant financing program with Self-Help Enterprises - $187,500
Maintain effective program
administration and planning
• CDBG related program administration, planning, studies, training, and/or fair housing education costs incurred by Community Development Department - $142,000
Total number of activities and
amount of CDBG funds
Four
• $800,000
• Unobligated balance of $68,429 grant funds due to an influx of CDBG Program Income during FY 2026.

Table 2 – 2025 HOME Activities
Consolidated Plan Goal Activity and Funding Commitment
Preserve and expand affordable
housing opportunities • Tenant-Based Rental Assistance for low-income residents through the Housing Authority of Tulare County - $100,000 Preserve and expand affordable
housing opportunities
• Development of new multifamily rental housing for lowincome residents and integration of a CHODO set-aside activity - $350,000
Maintain effective program
administration and planning
• HOME related program administration, planning, studies, training, and/or other soft costs incurred by the CDD and/or subrecipients - $50,000
Total number of activities and
amount of HOME funds
Three
• $500,000
2025 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT Of the four CDBG activities undertaken in Program Year 2025, two proceeded and demonstrated progress towards their anticipated goals. Kings View provided case management and housing navigation services for people experiencing homelessness and began behavioral health care assessment and treatment with serious substance use disorder and/or mental health issue. And Self-Help Enterprises implemented a housing rehabilitation program for low-income homeowners to complete necessary improvements such as the replacement of deteriorated roofing, facia, and siding. Lastly, the Tulare and Dayton project was delayed, which represents approximately 42 percent of the total CDBG funds committed in Program Year 2025. This project will start and incur all planned CDBG costs in Fiscal Year 2027.

Of the three HOME activities planned for Program Year 2025, one proceeded and demonstrated progress toward related goals. The City utilized HOME program administration funds for contract management, reporting, and planning work, and offset the activity delivery costs of its HOME owner occupied rehabilitation and tenant based rental assistance activities in FY 2026. A combination of a slow build up of rental assistance program operations and the presence of considerable HOME funds through the California Housing and Community Development, the City did not expend the allotted 2025 HOME funds in this Program Year as anticipated. Additionally, the City did not obligate 2025 HOME funds to one or more new affordable rental housing projects. City staff will make a request for proposal process by Quarter 2 of FY 2027 to commit 2025 and 2026 HOME funds to eligible affordable rental housing construction project(s) and anticipate that improved marketing and program design changes will increase the expenditure timeline for tenant based rental assistance.

CDBG and HOME Program administration and planning costs remained below their respective thresholds, and total CDBG public service expenditures were below the 15 percent threshold. In total, the City expended $250,855, approximately 19 percent of obligated CDBG and HOME funds in Program Year 2025. The 2025 CAPER document provides a more detailed account of activity expenditures and accomplishments during the year and with respect to the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan.

FISCAL IMPACT & FUNDING SOURCES
Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Funding for Fiscal Year 2025 (Fund 310 and Programs 701 and 702). There is no fiscal impact associated with this action, as this is merely a required report on the preceding Program Year 2025 expenditures.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Staff are not aware of any conflicts of interest.

LEGAL REVIEW
This item does not require legal review.

PUBLIC NOTICE
A notice of public hearing was published in The Visalia Times Delta on August 26, 2026, which is at least 15 days prior to the public hearing.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

1. Approve with changes

2. Deny

3. Table
If the 2025 CAPER is not adopted and submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) within the applicable reporting timeframe, the City may be at risk of noncompliance with HUD reporting requirements.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Resolution

2. Draft 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report https://www.tulare.ca.gov/government/departments/community-development/housing-grantsservices/reports Reviewed/Approved: TG
RESOLUTION 2026-XXX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TULARE
APPROVING THE CITY OF TULARE PROGRAM YEAR 2025 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR THEIR DESIGNEE TO SUBMIT THE 2025 CAPER TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND

URBAN DEVELOPMENT
WHEREAS, the City of Tulare receives Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocations as an entitlement jurisdiction from the government of the United States under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tulare receives HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) allocations as a participating jurisdiction from the government of the United States under Title II of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act (“NAHA” or the “Act”); and WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is the federal agency that promulgates regulations and oversees the administration of the CDBG and HOME Program; and
WHEREAS, HUD requires that CDBG and HOME grantees, such as the City of Tulare, conduct an assessment of their grant programs through a report known as the Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER); and
WHEREAS, a legal notice was published announcing the availability of the 2025 Program Year CAPER for a 15-day public comment period on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, in the Visalia Times Delta and Tulare Advance-Register; and
WHEREAS, City of Tulare with the Housing Division solicited input from residents and other stakeholders on the 2025 CAPER through extensive digital communications and hosted a public meeting on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, to review content from the 2025 CAPER; and WHEREAS, a public comment period will close with a public hearing during the September 15, 2026, City of Tulare City Council meeting; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tulare expended $250,855, about 19 percent of the total available CDBG and HOME funds, across four different activities during the 2025-2026 Program Year.

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

Section 1. The Program Year 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) is hereby approved as presented; and
Section 2. The City Manager or their designee is hereby authorized to submit the 2025 CAPER to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Section 3. The City Manager or their designee is hereby authorized to complete minor modifications and/or corrections to the 2025 CAPER as may be required by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Resolution 2026-XXX

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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Tulare this 15th day of September 2026, by the following vote:

Ayes:

Noes:

Absent:

Abstain:

Patrick Isherwood, President of the Council
and Ex-Officio Mayor
ATTEST:

Melissa Wilcox, City Clerk
The presence of an electronic signature certifies that the foregoing is a true and correct copy as approved by the Tulare City Council.
2025 Consolidated Annual Performance
and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
Community Development Department
411 East Kern Avenue
Tulare, CA 93274
www.tulare.ca.gov
Attention: Housing Division
559-684-4379
[email protected]
2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period Table of Contents
CR-05 – Goals and Outcomes ………………………………………………………...……………………….………...1 CR-10 – Composition of Households Assisted…………………………………………………………………......5 CR-15 – Resources and Investments …………………………………………………………………………….......6 CR-20 – Affordable Housing 91.520 (b) ………………………………………………………………...…………....11 CR-25 – Homeless and Other Special Needs 91.220(d,e); 91.320(d,e); 91.520(c) ……….……….…..13 CR-30 – Public Housing 91.20(h); 91.320(j) ………………………………………………………………….…......16 CR-35 – Other Actions 91.220(j)-(k); 91.230 …………………………………………………………….…………..17 CR-40 – Monitoring 91.220 and 91.230 ………………………………………………………………….……..…….20 CR-45 – Citizen Participation Plan 91.520 (c) …………………………………….……………….….……………22 CR-50 – HOME 24 CFR 91.520 (d)………………………………………………………………………………………..23 CR-58 – Section 3 …………………………………………………………………………………………………..…….....25 Appendix A – Financial and Activity Outcomes
Appendix A1 – FY2025 Allocations and Expenditures………………………………………….…..27 Appendix A2 – FY2025 Summary of Accomplishments………….………………………….…..XX Appendix A3 – PR-26 Financial Summary Report by Activity……………………………..……….XX Appendix B – Citizen Participation
Appendix B1 – Public Notice (English) and Proof of Publication ………………………………………..32 Appendix B2 – Display of Notice for Public Meeting – City Website……………….…………….……..XX Appendix B3 – City Council Meeting Minutes and Resolution…………….………….….………...…...XX Appendix C – Continuum of Care Point-In-Time Report 2025 Appendix C1 – Point In Time Executive Summary City of Tulare ……………………………….…..….34 Appendix C2 – PIT Survey Results – Tulare County ………….…………….……………….………….….XX Appendix D – HUD Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) Reports Appendix D1 – PR 05 – Drawdown Report by Project ………….…………….……………………...…….41 Appendix D2 – PR 09 – Program Income Receipt Detail ……………….…………………….………..….XX Appendix D3 – PR 23 – Summary of Accomplishments Parts 1-2 ………………………………………XX Appendix D4 – PR 26 – CDBG Activity Summary by Selected Grant ……………….………………….XX Appendix D5 – PR02 – List of Activities by Program Year …………………………………………….…...XX Appendix D6 – PR56 – Timeliness Ratio – 2025 Grantee Only …………………………….…….………XX 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 1 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
CR-05 - Goals and Outcomes
Progress the jurisdiction has made in carrying out its strategic plan and its action plan. 91.520(a) The 2025 Program Year is the first year within the City of Tulare’s 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and accounts for activities undertaken between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026. The 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) describes the City’s progress toward achieving the strategic goals identified in the Consolidated Plan, and presents outcomes of activities implemented with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) funds awarded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to the City of Tulare as an entitlement and participating jurisdiction.

The City committed a total of $868,429 in CDBG funds, which consisted of a 2025 CDBG award of $714,971, program income received in the amount of $70,000, and the reallocation of $83,458 of funds remaining from the 2023 CDBG award. And, the City committed a total of $500,000 in HOME funds, which consisted of a 2025 HOME award of $364,207.50 and local HOME program income in the amount of $135,792.50.

Through agreements with community based organizations and coordination across different City Departments, the City planned activities to address strategic goals of the Consolidated Plan. The majority of planned CDBG and HOME activities did not proceed during this Program Year.

The Tulare Dayton Ave CDBG assisted public infrastructure project will begin in Quarter 1 of FY 2026-2027, while the obligation of HOME funds to a new affordable rental housing project with the City may occur by Quarter 3 of FY 2026-2027. Together these represent the largest two CDBG and HOME investments of Program Years 2025 and 2026. Only two activities, a CDBG public service activity and single family housing rehabilitation, demonstrated progress toward their service output and expenditure goals in Program Year 2025. The City maintained compliance with CDBG and HOME program requireements. Program administration and planning costs remained below the mandated 20 percent threshold.

Additionally, the total public service expenditures remained below the 15 percent threshold. And with respect to the CDBG Program timely performance rule, a PR 56 report indicates an adjusted draw ratio of 1.16 from a test on May 2nd, 2025. This is below the ratio of 1.50, and as such, indicates that the City continues to implement activities and expend resources in a timely manner. In Program Year 2025, the City spent $250,855, representing approximately 19 percent of all obligated CDBG and HOME funds. 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 2 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
Comparison of the proposed versus actual outcomes for each outcome measure submitted with the consolidated plan and explain, if applicable, why progress was not made toward meeting goals and objectives. 91.520(g) Categories, priority levels, funding sources and amounts, outcomes/objectives, goal outcome indicators, units of measure, targets, actual outcomes/outputs, and percentage completed for each of the grantee’s program year goals.

Goal Category Source /
Amount
Indicator Unit of Measure Expected
–
Strategic
Plan
Actual –
Strategic
Plan
Percent
Complete
Expected
–
Program
Year
Actual –
Program
Year
Percent
Complete
Enhance public
services
Homeless
Non-Housing
Community
Development
CDBG:
$106,000
Public service
activities other
than
Low/Moderate
Income
Housing
Benefit
Persons Assisted 500 21 0.00% 90 21 23%
Preserve &
expand
affordable
housing
opportunities
Affordable
Housing
Homeless
NonHomeless
Special
Needs
HOME:
$350,000
Rental units
constructed
Household Housing
Unit
60 0 0.00% 50 0 0.00%
Preserve &
expand
affordable
housing
opportunities
Affordable
Housing
Homeless
NonHomeless
Special
Needs
CDBG:
$187,500
Homeowner
Housing
Rehabilitated
Household Housing
Unit
50 6 12% 15 6 40%
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Preserve &
expand
affordable
housing
opportunities
Affordable
Housing
Homeless
NonHomeless
Special
Needs
HOME:
$100,000
Tenant-based
rental
assistance /
Rapid
Rehousing
Households Assisted 30 0 0.00% 7 0 0.00%
Revitalize
communities
Non-Housing
Community
Development
CDBG:
$364,500
Public Facility
or
Infrastructure
Activities for
Low/Moderate
Income
Housing
Benefit
Households Assisted 3200 0 0.00% 640 0 0.00%
Table 1 - Accomplishments – Program Year & Strategic Plan to Date Assess how the jurisdiction’s use of funds, particularly CDBG, addresses the priorities and specific objectives identified in the plan, giving special attention to the highest priority activities identified.

Of the five activities and projects planned for Program Year 2025, only two proceeded and demonstrated progress towards related goals. Kings View provided case management and housing navigation services for people experiencing homelessness and awaited the launch of behavioral bridge housing for their clients with a serious substance use disorder and/or mental health issue. And, Self-Help Enterprises implemented a housing rehabilitation program for low-income homeowners to complete necessary improvements such as roof and siding replacement. 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 4 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
Table 2 - Summary of Annual Action Plan Goals
Sort
Order Goal Name
Start
Year
End
Year Category
Geographic
Area Needs Addressed
Funding Goal Outcome
Indicator
1 Preserve and
Expand
Affordable
Housing
Opportunities
2025 2029 Affordable
Housing;
Homelessness;
Non-homeless
special needs
Citywide Affordable Housing and
Neighborhood
Preservation
CDBG:
$187,500
HOME:
$100,000 for
TBRA and
$275,000 for
multifamily
rental
housing
construction
HOME:
$75,000 for
CHDO setaside activity
15 low-income
homeowners assisted
with rehabilitation work
7 households assisted
with TBRA
50 affordable
multifamily rental units
developed
2 Revitalize
Communi
ties
2025 2029 Non-Housing
Community
Development
Citywide Public Infrastructure
Improvements
Neighborhood Preservation
CDBG:
$364,500 640 households assisted
3 Enhance public
services
2025 2029 Non-Housing
Community
Development;
Homelessness
Citywide Homeless Services
Public Services
CDBG:
$106,000
90 people experiencing
homelessness
5 Program
Administration
2025 2029 Program
Administration
Citywide Program Administration,
Planning, Studies,
Training, and Fair
Housing Education
CDBG:
$142,000
HOME:
$50,000
N/A
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CR-10 - Racial and Ethnic composition of families assisted Describe the families assisted (including the racial and ethnic status of families assisted).

91.520(a)

CDBG HOME
White 10 0
Black or African American 7 0
Asian 0 0
American Indian or American Native 0 0
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 0 0
Unreported 10 0
Total 27 0
Hispanic 19 0
Not Hispanic 8 0
Table 2 – Table of assistance to racial and ethnic populations by source of funds Narrative
CDBG and all other federal and state resources committed to activities within the City of Tulare involve a directive to connect with and serve low-income and underrepresented racial / ethnic groups. Many individuals that participated in CDBG programs identified as Hispanic only. The City’s recent update of their Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice and Citizen Participation Plan, outlined population demographics and approaches on how to facilitate equitable access to federal and state financed programs.

Compared to U.S. Census estimates of the City’s racial and ethnic makeup, the City must work to improve participation in CDBG activities among people with Latino(a), Native American, Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, and Asian American ethnic backgrounds. Ongoing assessment of the outreach, intake, and implementation methods of projects / activities, as well as consultation and input from community stakeholders, should facilitate the identification and remedy of barriers to the equitable distribution of services.

Through CDBG funded activities, at least 21 individuals were help with case management and housing navigation in fiscal year 2025-2026. With City of Tulare’s partnership with Kings View Corporation, 21 individuals were housed. All individuals in the case management program self identified their race, but 4 households only specified Hispanic or Non-hispanic. The minor home rehabilitation program, with the City’s partner Self Help Enterprises, helped to make minor rehabilitation repairs in 6 homes. These six (6) households self identified as HispanicWhite and were evenly distributed between extremely low income, low income, and moderate income.
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CR-15 - Resources and Investments 91.520(a)
Identify the resources made available
Source of Funds Source Resources Made
Available
Amount Expended
During Program Year
CDBG public - federal $868,429 $181,414
HOME public - federal $500,000 $29,511.67
Table 3 - Resources Made Available
Narrative
The City committed a total of $800,000 in CDBG funds, which consisted of a direct allocation in the amount of $714,971 for Program Year 2025, program income received in the amount of $5,000 during the program year, and a balance remaining from the 2024 Program Year in the amount of $80,029. Total expenditures equaled $181,414 on activities between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026. This represents an expenditurerate of about 23% percent.

Additionally, the City is a HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program Participating Jurisdiction (PJ) and received a 2025 HOME grant agreement in the amount of $364,207.50. The City continued a partnership with Self-Help Enterprises to administer programs under a 2019 and 2022-2023 HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) contract with the California Department of Housing and Community Development. These two HOME contracts, combined with available program income, provided the City with upwards of $475,000 to implement a first-time homebuyer assistance (FTHB) and an owneroccupied rehabilitation (OOR) program. During the 2025 Program Year, two (2) income eligible households received loans under the OOR program, for a sum of $45,364.

Identify the geographic distribution and location of investments Target Area Planned Percentage
of Allocation
Actual Percentage of
Allocation
Narrative Description
Citywide 100% 100%
Funds will be available
citywide
Table 4 – Identify the geographic distribution and location of investments Narrative
Tulare did not direct funds to one or multiple target areas. Instead, CDBG funds were made available citywide for eligible activities that serve low- and moderate-income residents and neighboorhoods. Public improvement and public facility improvement projects were priotized in low- and moderate-income communities. Additionally, homeowners citywide were assisted with home rehabilitation through an application process, with no specific geographic area prioritized in the selection.
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Leveraging
Explain how federal funds leveraged additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements were satisfied, as well as how any publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that were used to address the needs identified in the plan.

During Program Year 2025, the City did not expend HOME funds on a project or activity that generated a match requirement. And given that this is the first year of the City’s tenure as a participating jurisdiction under the HOME Program, the City did not possess an excess match or outstanding liability into and through the federal fiscal year of October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. In Program Year 2026, the City intends to offer federal HOME, in conjunction with state and/or local resources through the Permanent Local Housing Allocation and Housing Successor Agency funds with a request for proposal process to eligible CHDOs and comparable developers to structure and execute a new multifamily rental housing project, with units of various sizes leased to only households with a gross income at or below 50% area median income. The City anticipates a new HOME assisted project that will provide affordable rental housing to 50 or more tenants. And, as part of this aforementioned development opportunity or for a separate affordable rental housing project, the City will review publicly owned land to determine site feasibility for conversion or new housing construction.

Fiscal Year Summary – HOME Match

1. Excess match from prior Federal fiscal year $0.00

2. Match contributed during current Federal fiscal year $0.00 3 .Total match available for current Federal fiscal year (Line 1 plus Line 2) $0.00

4. Match liability for current Federal fiscal year $0.00

5. Excess match carried over to next Federal fiscal year (Line 3 minus Line 4) $0.00 Table 5 – Fiscal Year Summary - HOME Match Report
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Match Contribution for the Federal Fiscal Year
Project No. or
Other ID
Date of
Contribution
Cash
(non-Federal
sources)
Foregone
Taxes, Fees,
Charges
Appraised
Land/Real
Property
Required
Infrastructure
Site
Preparation,
Construction
Materials,
Donated labor
Bond
Financing
Total Match
Not applicable Not applicable $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable $0.00 (no match
requirement
generated in
Program Year
2025)
Table 6 – Match Contribution for the Federal Fiscal Year HOME MBE/WBE report
Program Income – Enter the program amounts for the reporting period Balance on hand at
begin-ning of reporting
period
$
Amount received during
reporting period
$
Total amount expended
during reporting period
$
Amount expended for
TBRA
$
Balance on hand at end
of reporting period
$
$135,792.50 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $135,792.50
Table 7 – Program Income
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Minority Business Enterprises and Women Business Enterprises – Indicate the number and dollar value of contracts for HOME projects completed during the reporting period Total Minority Business Enterprises White NonAlaskan Hispanic Native or
American
Indian
Asian or
Pacific
Islander
Black NonHispanicHispanic
Contracts
Number 0
Dollar
Amount
$0.00 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Sub-Contracts
Number 0
Dollar
Amount
$0.00 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Total Women
Business
Enterprises
Male
Contracts
Number 0
Dollar
Amount
$0.00 N/A N/A
Sub-Contracts
Number 0
Dollar
Amount
$0.00 N/A N/A
Table 8 - Minority Business and Women Business Enterprises Minority Owners of Rental Property – Indicate the number of HOME assisted rental property owners and the total amount of HOME funds in these rental properties assisted Total Minority Property Owners White NonAlaskan Hispanic Native or
American
Indian
Asian or
Pacific
Islander
Black NonHispanicHispanic
Number 0
Dollar
Amount
$0.00 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Table 9 – Minority Owners of Rental Property
Relocation and Real Property Acquisition – Indicate the number of persons displaced, the cost of relocation payments, the number of parcels acquired, and the cost of acquisition Number Cost
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Parcels Acquired 0 $0.00
Businesses Displaced 0 $0.00
Nonprofit Organizations
Displaced
0 $0.00
Households Temporarily
Relocated, not Displaced
0 $0.00
Households
Displaced
Total Minority Property Enterprises White NonAlaskan Hispanic Native or
American
Indian
Asian or
Pacific
Islander
Black NonHispanicHispanic
Number 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Cost $0.00 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Table 10 – Relocation and Real Property Acquisition
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CR-20 - Affordable Housing 91.520(b)
Evaluation of the jurisdiction's progress in providing affordable housing, including the number and types of families served, the number of extremely low-income, low-income, moderate-income, and middle-income persons served.

One-Year Goal Actual
Number of Homeless households to be
provided affordable housing units 16 21
Number of Non-Homeless households to be
provided affordable housing units 0 0
Number of Special-Needs households to be
provided affordable housing units 0 0
Total 16 15
Table 11 – Number of Households
One-Year Goal Actual
Number of households supported through
Rental Assistance 7 0
Number of households supported through
The Production of New Units 50 0
Number of households supported through
Rehab of Existing Units 15 6
Number of households supported through
Acquisition of Existing Units 0 0
Total 72 0
Table 12 – Number of Households Supported
Discuss the difference between goals and outcomes and problems encountered in meeting these goals.

Setting service goals (e.g., number of households to assist) for an Annual Action Plan occurs prior to the onset of a Program Year involves an estimate on performance with consideration of ideal and adverse conditions. The City’s partners demonstrated progress toward meeting service goals in Program Year 2025. First, the City combined CDBG funds with other state grants to continue street outreach, case management, and housing 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 12 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
navigation services for people experiencing homelessness. The subrecipient, Kings View Corporation, facilitated exits to permanent housing for 15 unhoused clients in FY2025.

The subrecipient, Self Help Enterprises, established a sizable interest in housing rehab among income eligible homeowners. Though, production did not meet the annual goal of twelve (12) households. The City and subrecipient observed rising rehab and staffing costs in Program year 2025, that minimized the impact of the budget for housing rehab.

Discuss how these outcomes will impact future annual action plans.

First, the City must continue to combine CDBG funds with other grant programs to implement adequate public services for the unhoused population in its community.

Second, the City will consider housing rehab program adjustments to minimize costs and/or prioritize funding for specific types of property improvements. Also, the City will leverage HOME and CalHome financing for more substantial repairs or reconstruction of single unit housing
Include the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate-income persons served by each activity where information on income by family size is required to determine the eligibility of the activity.

Number of Households Served CDBG Actual HOME Actual
Extremely Low-income 21 0
Low-income 6 0
Moderate-income 0 0
Total 27 0
Table 13 – Number of Households Served
Narrative Information
The City of Tulare has invested CDBG funds to programs that help alleviate some of the factors that extremely low income households face, such as housing. Given the strong partnership between the City of Tulare and Kings View Corporation, CDBG funds were awarded in fiscal year 2025 to provide case management and housing navigation services. Through Kings View’s case management work, 21 individuals that were actively homeless have been housed.

In addition to Kings View’s work for the homeless, the City of Tulare partnered with Self Help Enterprises to provide CDBG funded grants for minor home rehabilitation. Two (2) extremely low income housholds were able to make necessary repairs on their homes. The remaining 4 house holds that were helped with the minor home rehabilitation program were low income households and moderate income households. CDBG funds make it a priority to help lowmoderate income households and through the City of Tulare’s program management, 27 households/persons were helped.
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CR-25 - Homeless and Other Special Needs 91.220(d, e); 91.320(d, e); 91.520(c) Evaluate the jurisdiction’s progress in meeting its specific objectives for reducing and ending homelessness through:

Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs
The region’s Continuum of Care agency, the Kings Tulare Homeless Alliance (KTHA), with the City of Tulare and other member organizations conducted a 2026 Point in Time (PIT) count on the days of January January 25th and 26th of 2026. Volunteers canvassed locations where people experiencing homelessness tend to congregate including encampments, libraries, food distribution sites, etc.. The PIT Report provides a snapshot of the people experiencing homelessness in Tulare and Kings Counties. A change in outreach methodology, as well as, the weather, number of volunteers, and the volunteers’ ability to locate and engage people experiencing homelessness, may strongly influence the results of the PIT count. The 2026 census report is not published as of August 2026. Based on the the 2025 report, the year-to-year growth in the number of unsheltered people grew by about 5 percent, from 302 in 2024 to 317 in 2025. Details on the profile and needs of this unhoused population are available at https://www.kthomelessalliance.org/pit.

Additionally, the City committed CDBG funds in FY 2025-2026 to Kings View to initiate a two-year initiative to offer case management, housing navigation, interim housing, and clinical care for unhoused people with a serious substance use and/or mental health issue. This ‘behavioral health bridge housing’ project anticipates servicing at least sixteen unhoused people annually and leverage motel rooms or private rooms within the City’s new emergency shelter. Kings View implemented this project for unhoused people with a clinical care need and may accept referrals from other organizations delivering case management and housing navigation for unhoused people within the City of Tulare. All organizations performing outreach to unhoused people within the City, such as Kings Tulare Homeless Alliance, Salt+Light Works, and Kings View, enrolled their clients within the Coordinated Entry System and completed VI-SPDAT assessments to prioritize available resources and housing for people based on their needs.

Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons The City maintained operation of a designated encampment, located at 1370 South ‘O’ Street, with a monthly average guest population of over 100 people through Program Year 2025.

Additionally, the City monitored usage and supportive services provided at interim and permanent housing sites available to unhoused people engaging City rapid rehousing programs.

These includes 8 rooms at the Eden House transitional housing project within the City of Visalia and 24 permanent supportive housing units across The Neighborhood Village and Madson Gardens projects (located within unicorporated areas of County of Tulare). And, where feasible, the City facilitated the use of overnight shelter beds for adult men and women within 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 14 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
the Ligthouse Rescue Mission properties located within the City of Tulare.

Lastly, the City completed construction of a 21,000 square foot emergency shelter complex with congregate and non-congregate settings and a separate village composed of thirty-two (32) 100 square foot dwelling rooms. The latter will function as transitional housing for people with or without behavioral health treatment needs. The City anticipates serving upwards of 180 unhoused people within the campus at any given time and will commence operation by August 2026. State Encampment Resolution Funding grant, together with federal ARPA and EDI CPF awards, represent nearly two-thirds of all construction financing. Partnerships with the Tulare County Health and Human Services Agency, Kings Tulare CoC, Kings View, Lighthouse Rescue Mission, and other organizations are central to the operation and outcomes of this forthcoming emergency shelter complex, which is set to open in FY 2026-2027.

Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low-income individuals and families and those who are: likely to become homeless after being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); and, receiving assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services, employment, education, or youth needs Current and future plans to coordinate and form agreements with County of Tulare Departments, including Health and Human Services and Probation, the Housing Authority of Tulare County, and regional healthcare providers such as Adventist Health, are part of the City’s efforts to identify at-risk groups of people and implement programs that focus on service utilization and housing placement and retention. In FY 2025-2026, the City continued a permanent supportive housing program with Family Services of Tulare County for formerly unhoused people, contributed an operating subsidy through the state Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program to the Santa Fe Commons rental housing project, and established a tenant based rental assistance program for low-income and extremely low-income households alike. Individually, these investments involve wrap around services to 12 formely unhoused people receiving a special federal rental voucher, provide on-site supportive services and financial aid to tenants of a 127 affordable rental housing project, and establish a two-year rental assistance subsidy for income eligible residents. Collectively, these efforts may help beneficiaries secure or retain safe and affordable housing.

And, City staff will continue research and planning around behavioral health treatment spaces and respite care for people exiting private and public facilities. Cal-AIM and other state and federal grant programs are likely to be leveraged at the City’s forthcoming Tulare Cares Emergency Shelter (located at 530 East O’Neal Ave) to provide interim housing and linkages to off-site clinical care income eligible adults and youth.

Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 15 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again
The City of Tulare contributed Housing Successor funds in the amount of $21,000 to Family Services of Tulare County to continue their case management efforts with Tulare households at-risk of homelessness. Family Services of Tulare County is able to leverage Housing First grants and provide 12 chronically homeless individuals with a voucher for permanent supportive housing, coupled with case management and other supportive services to increase the likelihood of housing retention and self sufficiency.

Under the state Encampment Resolution Funding program, the City expended about $1.2 million in the form of operating subsidies at Madson Gardens and the Neighborhood Village permanent supportive housing projects. Collectively, people searching for permanent housing through local rapid rehousing projects for people experiencing homelessness may utilize the 24 units reserved for said focus population through calendar year 2027. And together with the investment of state Permanent Local Housing Allocation funds, about $540,000, to Self-Help Enterprises for their Santa Fe Commons project, the City bolstered services and tenancy options across 151 rental units for low-income individuals and households.
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CR-30 - Public Housing 91.220(h); 91.320(j)
Actions taken to address the needs of public housing
The City of Tulare does not own or manage public housing. The Housing Authority of Tulare County (HATC), a partner agency to the City of Tulare, continued its stewardship of 365 public housing units within the City. During Program Year 2025, the HATC did not develop or purchase additional public-housing units and/or remove any units from its inventory, but it successfully completed Capital Fund improvements on a portion of the units in the City. Expenditures consisted of maintenance and rehabilitation work including roof replacements, landscaping upgrades, carpet replacement, and air conditioning and heating system improvements.

Actions taken to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership
HATC is proactive in the inclusion of public-housing residents in the policy making process. An equitable and transparent policy making process that includes the opinions of public housing residents is achieved through the participation of two tenant commissioners on our HATC Board.

A vital driving factor in the implementation of HATC programs is the promotion of tenant self-sufficiency. HATC views the goal of homeownership for program participants as one of the long-term goals for all of its clients. HATC staff works with tenants to effectively provide them with the necessary resources to achieve homeownership. HATC Annual Re-Examination Notice provides public-housing participants with an extensive referral list that aids with homeownership. This list includes programs managed by: CSET, Habitat for Humanity and SelfHelp Enterprises. HATC’s program coordinator works with any interested public housing tenant in order to effectively inform them of all the different programs that are available to them.

Effective collaboration between HATC and other public and nonprofit agencies is imperative to help promote homeownership among all of its tenants.

Actions taken to provide assistance to troubled PHAs
The Housing Authority of Tulare County is not considered to be troubled. 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 17 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
CR-35 - Other Actions 91.220(j)-(k); 91.320(i)-(j)
Actions taken to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment. 91.220 (j); 91.320 (i) Local policies and regulations affect both the quantity and type of residential development, while trends within the national and regional economies, along with federal monetary policies, often play a larger role in shaping residential and commercial development within the City of Tulare. Ongoing assessment of the conditions and regulations that affect the local housing market is critical. The City of Tulare continues to prepare for future growth through actions that protect the public's health, safety, and prosperity, without impeding access to new and existing housing to members of the community.

City staff is aware of the need for additional affordable housing, per input from community at housing workshops and findings from housing surveys. Federal HOME and CDBG funds, together with state Permanent Local Housing Allocation and local Housing Successor Agency funds, are the only regular funding source available to the City and staff will review how to leverage the resource to support development and rehabilitation efforts within the City.

Recent actions taken during the reporting period that address barriers to and facilitate progress toward the City’s affordable and inclusive housing goals include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Completed and adopted a comprehensive update of the City’s Zoning Ordinance to include revisions that address any barriers to affordable housing and streamline zoning approvals for housing, including affordable housing, and a greater variety of housing types and sizes.
• Continued work on the update of the Housing Element for planning period 2024-2031, including a Housing Plan with implementation measures to facilitate housing for all needs in the community as well as policies to affirmatively further fair housing. • Ongoing promotion of residential infill development on vacant and underutilized land that is properly zoned and planned for residential uses within the City limits. • Ongoing promotion with developers to develop multifamily designated land at the highest allowable density, including meetings with affordable housing developers to evaluate opportunity sites and collaborate on potential projects and grant opportunities to facilitate additional affordable housing production. • Launching the availability of pre-approved plans for accessory dwelling unit (ADU) construction to facilitate and assist in the development of ADUs. • Ensure adequate infrastructure and public services for existing and planned residential. 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 18 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
Actions taken to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) The City's Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice for 2025 provides an overview of laws, regulations, and other possible obstacles that affect an individuals or households access to housing in the City. CDBG funds are regularly made available provide fair housing resources and/or services to promote safe, secure, and decent housing conditions for all individuals without regard to their race, color, religion, gender, national origin, familial status, disability, age, source of income or other characteristics protected by laws.

The City of Tulare has partnered with Kings View Corporation to provide case management and housing navigation to the unhoused population. The Tulare Cares Encampment has been the nexus of many of Kings Views case management clientele and through comprehensive wrap around services, 21 individuals were rapidly rehoused.

The City of Tulare works with the Kings Tulare Homeless Alliance (KTHA) and similar County based entities to shorten the turnaround time for clients to receive a housing placement once enrolled in Coordinated Entry System (CES). Prospective clients may also have an assessment completed by contacting United Way of Tulare County 2-1-1 and engaging KTHA Housing navigators at the local initiative and navigation center events previously discussed.

Actions taken to reduce lead-based paint hazards. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) The City continued to provide information to contractors on training and lead-based paint testing and abatement requirements. In addition, the City’s subrecipient agreements with SelfHelp Enterprises and program guidelines contained measures to achieve compliance with HUD regulations regarding lead-based paint hazards.

Actions taken to reduce the number of poverty-level families. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) The implementation of CDBG and/or HOME activities meeting the goals established in the 2025-2029
Consolidated Plan and 2025 Annual Action Plan help reduce the number of families experiencing poverty by:
• Preserving the supply of housing that is affordable to low- and moderate-income households through rehabilitation work at single family units; • Fostering regional planning efforts, direct outreach, case management, and relief distribution on behalf of people experiencing and those at-risk of homelessness; • Providing job-training and placement services for low-income and other groups people with barriers to full-employment; and
• Improving existing public infrastructure within low- and moderate-income areas.

In addition to these local efforts, State and Federal resources also contribute to reducing the number of individuals and families in poverty. Federal programs such as the Earned Income Tax Credit and Head Start provide pathways out of poverty for families who are ready to pursue employment and educational opportunities. Additionally in California, the 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 19 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
primary programs that assist families in poverty are CalWORKs, Cal Fresh, and MediCal. These particular programs provide individuals and families with employment assistance, food subsidies, medical care, childcare and cash payments to meet basic needs. Additional services are available to assist persons with substance use and mental health challenges.

Actions taken to develop institutional structure. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) The City did not execute and/or establish plans in 2025 to adjust its institutional structure.

The City will continue to work closely with the County of Tulare Housing Authority, as well as with counterparts at the local and county level to implement public service, affordable housing, public infrastructure, and other important projects.

Actions taken to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies. 91.220(k); 91.320(j)
The City maintains and seeks new relationships with county agencies, nonprofit organizations and other local entities. As the City continues to implement its CDBG and HOME programs, it will incorporate information and other resources from these entities in order to meet Consolidated Plan needs and goals.

Identify actions taken to overcome the effects of any impediments identified in the jurisdictions analysis of impediments to fair housing choice. 91.520(a) In alignment with the City’s current Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing report, the City continued its observation of objectives and maintained an offering of funds for action • items including - Increase fair housing enforcement, outreach, and capacity • Encourage development of new affordable housing in high resource areas • Improve place-based strategies to encourage community conservation and revitalization, including preservation of existing affordable housing • Protect existing residents from displacement
• Enhance housing mobility strategies
The City of Tulare adheres to Fair Housing Compliance in a Coordinated Assessment System by conducting the following activities: Affirmatively marketing housing and supportive services to eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, familial status, or handicap who are least likely to apply in the absence of special outreach, and maintain records of those marketing activities; where the City encounters a condition or action that impedes fair housing choice for current or prospective program participants, the City will take action consistent with provisions in its Consolidated Plan; and provide program participants with information on rights and remedies available under applicable federal, state, and local fair housing and civil rights laws.
2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 20 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
CR-40 - Monitoring 91.220 and 91.230
Describe the standards and procedures used to monitor activities carried out in furtherance of the plan and used to ensure long-term compliance with requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the comprehensive planning requirements
Technical Assistance - Prior to implementation of CDBG and HOME activities, subrecipients meet with City staff to review policies and procedures. Subrecipient organizations are informed of CDBG and HOME federal regulations, retention, budget, scope of work, reimbursement procedures and reporting requirements. Subrecipient agreements contain detailed federal requirements, monitoring and reporting procedures. And throughout the Program Year, City staff provide ongoing technical assistance to promote compliance and successful performance.

Monitoring - The monitoring process involves desk audits of program reports, invoices, supporting documentation, and on-site monitoring reviews. The City completed risk assessments on each subrecipient. If compliance and/or performance issues were observed, then City staff would conduct an on-site monitoring visit. The monitoring visit will examine the use of funds, eligibility of the service area, eligibility of the intended beneficiaries, compliance with federal requirements, such as, the National Environmental Policy Act, the System for Award Management (SAM), debarment list, prevailing wage, Minority and Women Business Enterprise, Section 3 requirements, and 2 CFR Part 200 requirements according to CPD Notice 16-04. As part of this process, City staff monitors for potential fraud, conflict of interest, and mismanagement of CDBG funds.

Audit Review – Prior to entering into a contract agreement with the City, subrecipients expending more than $750,000 in federal funds in the prior fiscal year are required to submit a copy of a Single Audit to ensure 2 CFR Part 200 requirements are being met. Subrecipients that do not require a Single Audit were required to submit Audited Financial Statements. This serves as additional monitoring means to evaluate the financial accountability of subrecipients.

MBE/WBE – During project bidding and within contract terms, the City promotes and encourages outreach and development of economic business opportunities of Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE) within the City. City provides information on proper compliance and gathers reporting to assess outcomes. 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 21 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
Citizen Participation Plan 91.105(d); 91.115(d)
Describe the efforts to provide citizens with reasonable notice and an opportunity to comment on performance reports.

The City has adopted a Citizen Participation Plan (CPP) with the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan to ensure that all citizens of Tulare, units of local government, nonprofit and private enterprises, and other interested parties are provided with the opportunity to participate in the planning and reporting process. From August 26th to September 16th, the City of Tulare requested public comments on a draft of their 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). The 2025 CAPER described outcomes of key projects and activities implemented with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026. A public meeting occurred on Wednesday, September 9th, within City Hall (located at 411 East Kern Ave) from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. And, a public hearing to receive final comments was held on Tuesday, September 15th within City Council Members of the Tulare Public Library. Announcement of the comment and review period on the City’s 2025 CAPER was published via a legal public notice in the Visalia Times Delta and Tulare Advance Register on Wednesday, August 26th, as well as through listserv and e-blasts reaching several hundred local entities, and through the social media and website platforms of multiple Departments with the City of Tulare. The public meeting provided an option for accommodations for people with a disability. [Insert summary of public comments received from August 26th, 2026, through September 15th, 2026.] 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 22 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
CR-45 - CDBG 91.520(c)
Specify the nature of, and reasons for, any changes in the jurisdiction’s program objectives and indications of how the jurisdiction would change its programs as a result of its experiences.

The City of Tulare completed a substantial amendment to its original 2025 Annual Action Plan to account for the availability of HOME Program funds and commit available HOME funds and local HOME Program Income to one or more new rental housing construction project(s), provision of tenant based rental assistance, and program administration planning, training, and other eligible uses. *The City did adjust the scope of work and funding levels of CDBG activities to account for the delay of the Tulare Dayton Ave public infrastructure project. The City’s CDBG public service and single family housing rehabilitation activities received a budget increase during the substantial amendment.

Does this Jurisdiction have any open Brownfields Economic Development Initiative (BEDI) grants?
None.
[BEDI grantees] Describe accomplishments and program outcomes during the last year.

Not applicable.
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CR-50 - HOME 24 CFR 91.520(d)
Include the results of on-site inspections of affordable rental housing assisted under the program to determine compliance with housing codes and other applicable regulations Please list those projects that should have been inspected on-site this program year based upon the schedule in 24 CFR §92.504(d). Indicate which of these were inspected and a summary of issues that were detected during the inspection. For those that were not inspected, please indicate the reason and how you will remedy the situation.

The City of Tulare became a participating jurisdiction under the HOME Program with receipt of a federal award agreement, federal award identification number M25MC060574, for 2025 HOME funds in March 2026. A substantial amendment to the City’s 2025 Annual Action Plan incorporated a cumulative HOME allocation of $500,000, composed of both grant and program income resources. The City committed these HOME resources to the development of a new multifamily affordable rental housing project, tenant based rental assistance, a community housing and development organization eligible use, and program administration. Overall, the City only incurred program administration and tenant based rental assistance HOME expenses in FY 2025-2026. And, for reference, the City historically secured HOME funds from the California Housing and Community Development as a subgrantee. As such, the City built multifamily rental housing, such as West Trail Apartments, and completed owner occupied rehabilitation projects on single family homes and offered first time homebuyer assistance loans for low-income households. The HOME assisted multifamily rental and OOR projects involved housing built or rehabilitated to satisfy the appropriate building code standards.

Provide an assessment of the jurisdiction's affirmative marketing actions for HOME units. 24 CFR 91.520(e) and 24 CFR 92.351(a)
During the 2025-2026 Program Year, the City updated a marketing plan for its tenant based rental assistance program. Outreach included physical flyering in highly visited public and commercial use areas, informational booths at community events, regular announcements through social media, and the distribution of program flyers and applications through email list serves to over 100 service providers and communications to families through the the local public school district. These efforts generated an increase in phone and email correspondence with City staff and established a pool of eligible tenants. Additionally, program materials are available in Spanish and other languages upon request, with the City’s ADA Coordinator available to procure third-party assistance for interested residents / tenants with a disability. 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 24 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
Refer to IDIS reports to describe the amount and use of program income for projects, including the number of projects and owner and tenant characteristics During the 2025-2026 Program Year, only state HOME funds were expended on new OOR projects and tenant based rental assistance contracts. The City plans to hold a request for proposal process by November 2026 to evaluate development applications and commit federal HOME funds for the construction of now affordable rental housing for very-low (less than 50 percent area median income) households. Tenant selection plans and reporting will provide for a review and comparison of ownership and tenant demographic data.

Describe other actions taken to foster and maintain affordable housing. 24 CFR 91.220(k) (STATES ONLY: Including the coordination of LIHTC with the development of affordable housing). 24 CFR 91.320(j)
The City committed $540,000 of state Permanent Local Housing Allocation funds as a two-year operating subsidy to the Santa Fe Commons affordable rental housing project. This operating subsidy establishes a special pool of resources to address accrued debt and continue on-site supportive services for all 127 low- and very-low-income tenants. And, with the adoption of a substantial amendment to the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, the City will maintain funding for tenant based rental assistance to help low-income tenants and those at-risk of experiencing homelessness sustain their housing tenancy. Additionally, the City began an update to its loan servicing plan and expanded staff capacity to better monitor its portfolio of single-family and multi-family properties with a period of affordability / affordability restrictions. The City will facilitate the acquisition of HOME-assisted single-family properties by new low-income buyers and coordinate with existing and prospective owners of multifamily rental properties to continue the leasing of rental units to low-income households. 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 25 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
CR-58 – Section 3
Identify the number of individuals assisted and the types of assistance provided Total Labor Hours CDBG HOME ESG HOPWA HTF
Total Number of Activities 0 0 0 0 0
Total Labor Hours 0
Total Section 3 Worker Hours 0
Total Targeted Section 3 Worker Hours 0
Table 14 – Total Labor Hours
Qualitative Efforts - Number of Activities by Program CDBG HOME ESG HOPWA HTF Outreach efforts to generate job applicants who are Public Housing Targeted Workers 0
Outreach efforts to generate job applicants who are Other Funding Targeted Workers. 0
Direct, on-the job training (including apprenticeships). 0 Indirect training such as arranging for, contracting for, or paying tuition for, off-site training. 0
Technical assistance to help Section 3 workers compete for jobs (e.g., resume assistance, coaching). 0
Outreach efforts to identify and secure bids from Section 3 business concerns. 0
Technical assistance to help Section 3 business concerns understand and bid on contracts. 0
Division of contracts into smaller jobs to facilitate participation by Section 3 business concerns. 0
Provided or connected residents with assistance in seeking employment including: drafting resumes,preparing for interviews, finding job opportunities, connecting residents to job placement services. 0 Held one or more job fairs. 0
Provided or connected residents with supportive services that can provide direct services or referrals. 0
Provided or connected residents with supportive services that provide one or more of the following: work readiness health screenings, interview clothing, uniforms, test fees, transportation. 0 Assisted residents with finding child care. 0
Assisted residents to apply for, or attend community college or a four year educational institution. 0
Assisted residents to apply for, or attend vocational/technical training. 0 Assisted residents to obtain financial literacy training and/or coaching. 0 Bonding assistance, guaranties, or other efforts to support viable bids from Section 3 business concerns. 0
Provided or connected residents with training on computer use or online technologies. 0
Promoting the use of a business registry designed to create opportunities for disadvantaged and small businesses. 0 Outreach, engagement, or referrals with the state one-stop system, as designed in Section 121(e)(2) of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
0 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 26 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
Other. 0
Table 15 – Qualitative Efforts - Number of Activities by Program Narrative
The Tulare Dayton Avenue CDBG activity did not occur during the fiscal year 2025-2026, because when bidding was initially announced the prospect bids were infeasible for the project. The activity went out for competitive bidding in spring brought promising contractors for the project.

Infrastructure projects will be a continued effort for the City of Tulare, starting with the improvement of Tulare Dayton Avenue. The project will be incurring costs in the fiscal year 2026-2027 and is expected to be compliant with Section 3 standards.
2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 27 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
Appendix A – Financial and Activity Outcomes Appendix
A1 – FY 2025 CDBG Allocation and Expenditure Totals
2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 28 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
Appendix A2 – Summary of Activity Accomplishments
2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 29 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
CR-10 - Racial and Ethnic composition of People / Households Assisted Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Racial / Ethnic Status (Self-Reporting) CDBG
White 10
Black or African American 7
Asian American 0
Native American or Alaskan 0
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 0
Other - Multiracial 0
Unreported 10
Total Number of Participants 27
Hispanic - Latino 19
Table only includes beneficiaries of CDBG public service and affordable housing activities in Program Year 2024 and reflects both self-reporting and the lack thereof by participants. People reporting a Hispanic background may be of any race and are included in other racial groups, such as white, other, etc.

Racial / Ethnic Status
U.S. Census
Estimate (% of
Total Pop.) for
City of Tulare
CDBG (% of All
Recipients)
White 28.8% 37.0%
Black or African American 3.7% 25.9%
Asian American 1.5% 0.0%
Native American or Alaskan 1.2% 0.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 0.2% 0.0%
Hispanic or Latino 64.2% 70.4%
Table compares U.S. Census Quick Facts "Tulare City - Race and Hispanic Origin" data based on 2019 American Community Survey information to the City's CDBG and CDBG-CV racial / ethnic status rates calculated with CR-10 Table totals. The overall data collection methodologies between U.S. Census and the City's are substantially different and the data presented should not be reproduced and/or cited as rigorous. 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 30 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
Appendix A3 – FY 2025 Actual Activity Expenditures
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Appendix B – Citizen Participation
Appendix B1- Public Notice and Proof of Publication
Affidavit of Publication
Appendix B2 – Display of Notice for Public Meeting – City Website Accessed at: https://www.tulare.ca.gov/government/departments/communitydevelopment/housing-grants-services/public-notices 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 33 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
Appendix B3 – City Council Meeting, Public Hearing, and Resolution Scheduled for Tuesday, September 15th, 2026, at 5:30 PM PST 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 34 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
Appendix C – Continuum of Care – Point-In-Time Report 2025 Appendix C1 – Point In Time Report Executive Summary for City of Tulare City of Tulare
324 people experiencing homelessness
117 people are chronically homeless
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City of Tulare
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City of Tulare
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Appendix C2 – Point In Time Survey Results for Tulare County 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 41 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
Appendix D – HUD Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) Reports 2025 CAPER – Draft Version No. 1 – Public Comment Period 42 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)
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Item #: 7.2
Public Hearing
Staff Report
City Council
Date: September 15, 2026
Department: Community Development - Planning
Submitted by: Mario Anaya, Community Development Director Agenda Title: TMC Chapter 10.83 By-Right Approvals Revision

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Pass-to-print an ordinance approving Zone Amendment 778 to amend Chapter 10.38 (By-Right Approvals) to the Tulare Municipal Code (TMC).

ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Housing and Community Development

SUMMARY
On April 21, 2026, the City Council voted to approve a resolution for several actions to locally adopt the City of Tulare’s 6th Cycle Housing Element. After a second reading of the ordinance approved on May 5, 2026, the Housing Element was submitted to the state Housing and Community Development (HCD) Department for review and final approval.

Staff is recommending that City Council approve this ordinance to make the revisions to the text of TMC

10.83, as required for the City’s Housing Element to qualify for final approval and certification by HCD.

FISCAL IMPACT & FUNDING SOURCES
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
An Addendum to the certified Environmental Impact Report (EIR) prepared for the City's 2014 General Plan has been prepared for the project.

POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.

LEGAL REVIEW
This item does not require legal review.

PUBLIC NOTICE
A notice of public hearing was published in The Visalia Times Delta on September 3, 2026, which is at least 10 days prior to the public hearing.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

1. Approve with changes

2. Deny

3. Table
Approving with changes, tabling, or denying the recommended actions will result in the City of Tulare no longer being eligible for State housing grants and funding, such as PLHA, as well as competitive housing grant programs. The city could also face potential legal action for non-compliance.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Revisions to TMC 10.83

2. Ordinance
Reviewed/Approved: TG
Chapter 10.83 By-Right Approvals
Sections

10.83.010 Purpose.

10.83.020 Definitions.

10.83.030 Eligibility for By-right Approval.

10.83.040 Permit Requirements.

10.83.050 Review of Application.

10.83.060 Required Findings.

10.83.070 Interpretation

10.83.010. Purpose.

This Article specifies the process for reviewing uses entitled to review as a “use by right” as defined in Government Code Section 65583.2. In enacting this Article, it is the intent of the City to implement State law as well as the goals, objectives, and policies of the City’s Housing Element of the General Plan.

10.83.020. Definitions
A. “By-right" shall mean that the local government's review of the project may not require a conditional use permit, planned unit development permit, or other discretionary local government review or approval that would constitute a “project” under the California Environmental Quality Act as defined in Government Code Section 65583.2.

B. “Permanent supportive housing” means housing as defined in Government Code Section 65650(a) serving the target population as defined in Government Code Section 65650(c) that meets all of the requirements of Government Code Sections 65650 et seq. or successor provision.

C. “Low barrier navigation center” means a facility as defined in Government Code Section 65660(a) that meets all of the requirements of Government Code Sections 65660 et seq.

10.83.030. Eligibility for By-right Approval.

The following uses are eligible for by-right approval:

A. Housing developments with 20 percent of units affordable to lower-income households that satisfy the criteria outlined in subparagraphs (1) or (2) below::

1. Are located on sites listed as lower-income sites in the adopted housing element site inventory pursuant to Government Code Section 65583.2 subdivision (c) that are shown to have been either:
a. vacant and listed in two prior housing element site inventories, or b. non-vacant and listed in a previous housing element site inventory; or,

2. Located on sites intended to accommodate a shortfall of capacity for the lowerincome regional housing need allocation pursuant to Program 2 (Adequate Sites for RHNA and Monitoring of No Net Loss), including but not limited to Annexed Sites and Rezone Site and complying with a minimum density of 20 units per acre.

B. Permanent supportive housing as defined in Government Code Section 65660 that meets all of the requirements of Government Code Sections 65660 et seq.

C. Low barrier navigation centers as defined in Government Code Section 65660 that meets all of the requirements of Government Code Sections 65660 et seq.

D. One hundred percent affordable projects located on land that was owned by an independent institution of higher education or religious institution as described in Government Code Section 65913.16.

E. Other projects eligible under State law for by-right approval.

10.83.040. Permit Requirements.

An applicant for a project eligible for by-right zoning approval shall submit a ministerial plan permit for approval of the design. No discretionary permit or approval is required.

10.83.050. Review of Application.

A. For ministerial plan permit applications listed in this section, the Community Development Director, or designee, without notice or hearing, shall consider the application ministerially without discretionary review. When the application is in compliance with the relevant standards, the permit shall be issued. The decision may be appealed to Planning Commission only by the applicant or the owner of the subject property.

B. The application for the ministerial plan permit shall be reviewed for conformance with objective standards established by the General Plan, applicable Specific Plans, Development Ordinance, design standards, and other adopted standards.

C. As provided by Government Code Section 65583.2(i), an eligible project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.

D. Permanent supportive housing shall be reviewed consistent with the provisions of Government Code Sections 65650 et seq.

E. Low barrier navigation centers shall be reviewed consistent with the provisions of Government Code Sections 65650 et seq.

10.83.060. Required Findings
A. In granting a ministerial plan permit, the Community Development Director, or designee, shall issue a letter of approval and shall make the following findings:

1. That the project is eligible for by-right approval under State law.

2. That the project complies with all applicable objective zoning and other adopted standards, including but not limited to design review standards.

3. That the project is granted subject to such applicable conditions as required to meet the standards of the use and zone in which it is located and to comply with applicable design standards.

10.83.070. Interpretation.

If any portion of this Article conflicts with any applicable State law, State law shall supersede this Article. Any ambiguities in this Article shall be interpreted to be consistent with State law. Statutory references in this Article include successor provisions.

ORDINANCE 2026-XX

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TULARE
AMENDING CHAPTER 10.38 (BY-RIGHT APPROVALS) TO THE TULARE MUNICIPAL CODE WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Tulare, at a regular meeting held September 15, 2026, considered a request to amend Zoning Ordinance Section 10.83; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Tulare determined that the proposed amendment is in the public interest; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Tulare determined that the proposed amendments are consistent and compatible with the general plan and implementation programs which may be affected; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Tulare determined that the proposed request will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare or be materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; and
WHEREAS, an Addendum to the certified Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the City's 2014 General Plan was prepared.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Tulare as follows:

SECTION 1. Chapter 10.38 of the Tulare Municipal Code is hereby amended and shall read as follows:

Chapter 10.83
By-Right Approvals
Sections

10.83.010 Purpose.

10.83.020 Definitions.

10.83.030 Eligibility for By-right Approval.

10.83.040 Permit Requirements.

10.83.050 Review of Application.

10.83.060 Required Findings.

10.83.070 Interpretation

10.83.010. Purpose.

10.83.020. Definitions
The following words and phrases shall have the meanings set forth below when used in this chapter:

BY-RIGHT. The local government's review of the project may not require a conditional use permit, planned unit development permit, or other discretionary local government review or approval that would constitute a “project” under the California Environmental Quality Act as defined in Government Code Section 65583.2.

PERMANENT SUPPORTIVE HOUSING. Housing as defined in Government Code Section 65650(a) serving the target population as defined in Government Code Section 65650(c) that meets all of the ORDINANCE 2026-XX

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requirements of Government Code Sections 65650 et seq. or successor provision.

LOW BARRIER NAVIGATION CENTER. A facility as defined in Government Code Section 65660(a) that meets all of the requirements of Government Code Sections 65660 et seq.

10.83.030. Eligibility for By-right Approval.

The following uses are eligible for by-right approval:

A. Housing developments with 20 percent of units affordable to lower-income households that satisfy the criteria outlined in subparagraphs (1) or (2) below:

2. Located on sites intended to accommodate a shortfall of capacity for the lower-income regional housing need allocation pursuant to Program 2 (Adequate Sites for RHNA and Monitoring of No Net Loss), including but not limited to Annexed Sites and Rezone Site and complying with a minimum density of 20 units per acre.

B. Permanent supportive housing as defined in Government Code Section 65660 that meets all of the requirements of Government Code Sections 65660 et seq.

C. Low barrier navigation centers as defined in Government Code Section 65660 that meets all of the requirements of Government Code Sections 65660 et seq.

D. One hundred percent affordable projects located on land that was owned by an independent institution of higher education or religious institution as described in Government Code Section 65913.16.

E. Other projects eligible under State law for by-right approval.

10.83.040. Permit Requirements.

An applicant for a project eligible for by-right zoning approval shall submit a ministerial plan permit for approval of the design. No discretionary permit or approval is required.

10.83.050. Review of Application.

C. As provided by Government Code Section 65583.2(i), an eligible project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.

D. Permanent supportive housing shall be reviewed consistent with the provisions of Government Code Sections 65650 et seq.

E. Low barrier navigation centers shall be reviewed consistent with the provisions of Government Code Sections 65650 et seq.

10.83.060. Required Findings
A. In granting a ministerial plan permit, the Community Development Director, or designee, shall issue a letter of approval and shall make the following findings:

1. That the project is eligible for by-right approval under State law.

2. That the project complies with all applicable objective zoning and other adopted standards, including but not limited to design review standards.

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3. That the project is granted subject to such applicable conditions as required to meet the standards of the use and zone in which it is located and to comply with applicable design standards.

10.83.070. Interpretation.

If any portion of this Article conflicts with any applicable State law, State law shall supersede this Article.

Any ambiguities in this Article shall be interpreted to be consistent with State law. Statutory references in this Article include successor provisions.

SECTION 2. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this ordinance is, for any reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the other remaining portions of this ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, or phrases be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 3. Pursuant to Section 15 of the Charter of the City of Tulare, it is ordered that a summary of this ordinance be issued in a daily newspaper of general circulation in the City of Tulare for one day and that the ordinance be available in at least one public place at the City offices. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect 30 days from and after the date of its adoption.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Tulare this 15th day of September 2026, by the following vote:

Ayes:

Noes:

Patrick Isherwood, President of the Council
and Ex-Officio Mayor
ATTEST:

By Melissa Wilcox, City Clerk
The presence of an electronic signature certifies that the foregoing is a true and correct copy as approved by the Tulare City Council.

Passed to Print:

Published:

Effective:

Item #: 7.3
Public Hearing
Staff Report
City Council
Date: September 15, 2026
Department: Community Development - Planning
Submitted by: Mario Anaya, Community Development Director Agenda Title: Historic-Cultural Landmark Nomination for the Frew House

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Pass-to-print an ordinance designating the Frew House, located at 260 E. Merritt Avenue, as a HistoricCultural Landmark and amending the City of Tulare Zoning Map to change the zoning designation from R-1-6 (Single-Family Residential) to R-1-6(H) (Single-Family Residential with Historic Site and Historic Neighborhood Overlay), Zone Amendment No. 774.

ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Housing and Community Development

SUMMARY
This is a request by Caleb Byron to designate the Frew House as a City of Tulare Historic-Cultural Landmark and add it to the Local Register of Historic-Cultural Landmarks.

It was the home to James Harvey Frew who was an educator turned dairyman. Frew started as an educator in Nebraska who eventually started a dairy business in Iowa and later moved to Tulare after purchasing the Tulare Butter Company. The Frew family lived in the house from 1905 to 1919. In 1960 a second house was built east of the original house.

The project site is located at 260 East Merritt Avenue (170-032-035). The subject property is zoned R-1 -6 (Single-Family Residential), and the General Plan Designation is Low Density Residential.

Once a building, structure, object, site, or district is designated as a Historic-Cultural Landmark it will enable the Historic-Cultural Landmarks Advisory Committee, the Planning Commission, and the City Council, to work with property owners and the community to protect and review changes to these local landmarks and districts which have a distinctive character or a special historic, architectural, aesthetic or cultural value to this City, State, and nation. This would assist in implementing the Tulare General Plan’s goals and vision with respect to the following:
• To continue to safeguard the heritage of this city by preserving and regulating its historic buildings, structures, objects, sites, and districts which reflect elements of the City’s historic, cultural, social, economic, political and architectural history.
• To continue to preserve and enhance the environmental quality and safety of these landmarks and districts.
• To continue to establish, stabilize and improve property values and to foster economic development.

FISCAL IMPACT & FUNDING SOURCES
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Councilmember Mederos owns real property within 500 feet from the subject property.

LEGAL REVIEW
This item does not require legal review.

PUBLIC NOTICE
A notice of public hearing was mailed to property owners within 300 feet of the subject property and was published in The Visalia Times Delta on September 3, 2026, which is at least then 10 days prior to the public hearing.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

1. Approve with changes

2. Deny

3. Table
If an ordinance is not approved, the Frew House would not be designated as a local Tulare HistoricCultural Landmark.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Historic-Cultural Landmark Nomination Packet for the Frew House

2. Ordinance
Reviewed/Approved: TG

CITY OF TULARE

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

HISTORIC-CULTURAL LANDMARKS
Landmark Name & Number: FREW HOUSE / No. 10
APN: 170-032-035
Address: 260 E. Merritt Avenue
Description: Two-story late Victorian home with partial front porch was built in a county subdivision tract known as Crocker Oak Park c. 1905-1907 and later annexed into the City of Tulare in 1963. A separate two-story structure was attached to the home’s original east side pre-1963 and converted into living space. The addition may have been the ranch property’s original tank house. An unattached carport/garage was added along with its own additions in the late 1980s and early-mid 1990s, and a swimming pool was installed in the backyard in 1992. In the late 1960s, a separate residence (268 E Merritt Ave) was built on the property, just east of the home.

Landmarks Present: Building Structure Object Site District Other__________________ Date Constructed: c. 1905-1907
Owner and City: Caleb & Hannah Byron/Tulare
Date Recorded:

Date Approved (For City Use Only):

Photograph
Attachments:

TULARE HISTORIC-CULTURAL LANDMARK NO. 10
FREW HOUSE (c. 1905-1907)
The Frew House is a unique two-story late Victorian residence which is the last surviving home from the original county tract known as Crocker Oak Park. It was the family home of J.H. Frew, one of the leading pioneers of Tulare’s creamery industry.

The two-story late Victorian home at 260 E. Merritt Avenue was built c. 1905-1907 for J.H. (James Harvey) Frew. At the time of its construction, the home was originally part of a new county subdivision tract north of the city of Tulare. In 1907, the Crocker Estate Company, which managed the vast amounts of California real estate holdings of railroad tycoon Charles Crocker, sold off and annexed 213-acres of Crocker lands adjacent to the northern city of limits of Tulare. The tract was named Crocker Oak Park and was bound to the north by present day Prosperity Avenue (County Road at the time), to the South at the city’s northern limits at Pleasant Avenue (County Road), to the East by current Gem Street and to the west by the SPRR tracks. A relatively small number of “farmlets” were part of the tract, most notably the opulent 41-acre mansion grounds of “The Oaks”, later known as “Merritt Manor.” The Frew home predates the construction of the Oaks mansion and is also the last surviving house of the original Crocker Oak Park subdivision. A 1908 Tulare Advance-Register newspaper article which describes some of the developments in the subdivision noted “Mr.

Frew’s handsome residence looms up conspicuously and is a structure that would grace any city.”
After the Hulett Merritt estate was dissolved in 1959 and the Merritt mansion was moved/torn down, the Merritt acreage in Crocker Oak Park was annexed into the city of Tulare in October of 1960. The county road which the Frew home fronted was subsequently renamed Merritt Avenue. Several years later, the remaining area of Crocker Oak Park just north of Merritt Avenue was annexed into the city in 1963. In November of that year, Tulare realtor Robert Sanders developed a new Tulare subdivision in that area, and the Frew home was absorbed into the new Colonial Estates. The subdivision is bound to the north by an area just south of Estate Drive, to the south by Merritt Avenue, to the east by M Street and to the west by Oaks Avenue (minus the southeast corner of Oaks & Merritt).

James Frew and his wife and three children lived at the residence from c. 1905-1919. Among other things at the ranch, Frew raised hogs, using the leftover buttermilk from his creamery to fatten them. In 1912, Frew’s 7-year old son Valen tragically died after falling 17-feet from the ladder of the ranch’s tank house. The young Frew remained unconscious for a week before succumbing to his injuries. By 1920, the family had moved into town to South O Street.

An addition was connected onto the home’s east side pre-1963. Incidentally, the addition does not share the same roof line as the original home, and most of the ground floor of the additional structure’s original western wall is separate, complete with windows which look out toward the original home’s eastern wall. It also does not have a basement, which the original house has. The addition seems most likely to have either been moved to that spot from another location from on or off the property, or was an existing structure at that spot, such as the aforementioned tank house and was converted into living space. An unattached carport/garage was added along with its own additions in the late 1980s and early-mid 1990s, and a swimming pool was installed in the backyard in 1992. In the late 1960s, a separate residence (268 E Merritt Ave) was built on the property, just east of the home.

The Frew residence has changed hands several times over its lifetime, including Harold and Elizabeth Evans, who had the home at the time of its annexation into the city and lived there for close to 20 years. The home’s current owners are Caleb and Hannah Byron, who purchased the home in May of 2025 after moving to Tulare from Modesto, CA.

James H. Frew was born in Iowa in 1862 and grew up on a farm in Nebraska after his family moved there when he was seven. Frew initially started out in life as a schoolteacher and principal for several schools throughout Nebraska. While living there, Frew married Lydia Houck in 1895, and their marriage bore a son, Myron in 1897 and a daughter, Bulah in 1899.

In 1900 the family moved to Iowa where Frew started in the dairy business, and in 1902 a second daughter, Alberta, was born. Frew eventually grew tired of their location in Iowa and decided to try his luck “out west,” moving the family to California and settling in Tulare in 1903 after purchasing the Tulare Butter Company.

The factory, located at the corner of Cross Avenue and J Street, had originally begun as an experimental skimming station in 1898 and was converted into the city’s first creamery in 1901. J.M. Estes, one of the original owners of the factory, stayed on in partnership with Frew for the first few months, until Frew bought out Estes’ interest in the operation and became sole owner. Five months after Frew began his operation, local area dairymen formed the Tulare Cooperative Creamery Association, precursor to DCCA (now Land O’ Lakes) and subsequently bought the plant from Frew, rather than trying to compete with him. Frew was retained as the manager for the new association until he left in November of that same year.

That same month, the Frew’s daughter Alberta died of sickness at 18 months old.

The following month, at the end of 1903 Frew, along with a former Butter Company coworker H.J. Barber, started a new creamery in the 100 block of North K Street. Initially named Tulare Butter, Company, it was renamed the Good Luck Creamery at the beginning of the new year. The creamery was operated by electricity and contained modern butter-making equipment, which could produce 1500 pounds of butter in a day. Frew’s Good Luck Creamery was the first in the area to ship sweet cream to the Los Angeles market and fetched higher prices than any other creamery in the area. In 1905, Frew expanded his family with the birth of his second son Valen, as well as his business interests, first investing in a wood yard in 1906, and then partnering with his previous creamery partner J.M. Estes in a land company in 1909.

In April of 1912 Frew expanded his interests in the creamery business and bought the Tipton Co-Operative Creamery. Later that same year, in September, in conjunction with an ongoing partnership with Charles McFarland, owner of the Jersey Dairy in Tulare, they formed the Tulare Sanitary Milk Company. As a result, Frew purchased what was left of the old Fair Oaks Creamery at the corner of South L Street and Inyo Avenue, expanded it and moved the Good Luck to that location. Along with its current creamery and milk productions, as part of the expansion, the new firm also took over the manufacturing business of the Tulare Ice Cream Company and began making and selling ‘Frew’s Ice Cream.’ Frew sold the creamery in 1920.

In 1921, Frew moved on to other ventures and purchased the Tulare Electric Hatchery business, which had begun the previous year as one of the first hatcheries in the San Joaquin Valley. Originally located on West Tulare Avenue in the Pratt Building (current Masonic Lodge building), Frew moved operations to J Street between Pine and Bush in 1922 and built a hatchery and cold storage plant there.

The following year, Frew sold his Tipton Creamery. In 1927, Frew, along with son-in-law W.E. McCallister Jr, started the Clover Leaf Confectionery inside the new Tulare Theater.

The confectionery was later sold in 1930 to Frew’s son Myron and Charles Ames. In 1932 the elder Frew returned to ice cream manufacturing, starting the new Tulare Ice Cream Company, along with partner Ray Gillman with a plant in Frew’s cold storage building on North J Street.

In 1943, James H. Shrew sold his electric hatchery and officially retired after 40 years as a businessman and entrepreneur in Tulare. He died three months later and is buried in the Tulare Cemetery. Along with his many business ventures, at various times throughout his life Shrew served as President of both the elementary and high school boards, a member of the Methodist Church board of trustees, notably when its sanctuary was built in 1913, and served on the City Board of Trustees (precursor to the Tulare City Council) from 1919-1920.

A 1933 Tulare Advance-Register newspaper article spotlighting Shrew as “’Sincere, honest, and conscientious,’ is the public’s estimate of him, and his endeavors in the industrial field have made history in which all Tulareans now voice pride and which stands as a lasting testimonial of his enterprise.”
--Compiled by Christopher Harrell, Tulare Historic-Cultural Landmark Advisory Committee, 2026

ORDINANCE 2026-XX

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TULARE
DESIGNATING THE FREW HOUSE, LOCATED AT 260 EAST MERRITT AVENUE, AS A HISTORIC

CULTURAL LANDMARK AND AMENDING THE CITY OF TULARE ZONING MAP TO CHANGE THE ZONING DESIGNATION FROM R-1-6 (SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO R-1-6(H) (SINGLEFAMILY RESIDENTIAL WITH HISTORIC SITE AND HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOOD OVERLAY), ZONE AMENDMENT NO. 774
WHEREAS, pursuant to Tulare Municipal Code Section 10.38.050, historic cultural landmarks are designated by ordinance and shown on the Official Zoning Map with the base zone district followed by the Historic Site and Historic Neighborhood Overlay Zone notation "(H)"; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the property located at 260 East Merritt Avenue and commonly known as the Frew House satisfies the applicable criteria for designation as a historic cultural landmark pursuant to Tulare Municipal Code Section 10.38.040; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Tulare Municipal Code Section 10.86.030, the City Council finds that the proposed zone amendment is internally consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the Tulare General Plan and Title 10 of the Tulare Municipal Code; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the proposed zone amendment will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the community; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the proposed zone amendment will maintain the appropriate balance of land uses within the City and that the anticipated use of the subject property is compatible with existing and future surrounding uses; and WHEREAS, the proposed zone amendment is exempt from Environmental Review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section 15301.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Tulare as follows:

SECTION 1. The City of Tulare Zoning Map established pursuant to Tulare Municipal Code Section 10.06.040 is hereby amended to change the zoning designation of the property located at 260 East Merritt Avenue, Assessor's Parcel Number 170-032-035, from R-1-6 (Single-Family Residential) to R-1-6(H) (Single-Family Residential with Historic Site and Historic Neighborhood Overlay), as shown on the map attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

SECTION 3. Pursuant to Section 15 of the Charter of the City of Tulare, it is ordered that a summary of this ordinance be published in a daily newspaper of general circulation in the City of Tulare for one day and that the ordinance be available in at least one public place at the City offices. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect 30 days from and after the date of its adoption.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Tulare this XX day of XXXX 202X, by the following vote:

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