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Council for guidance at a later date. This property is approximately 6,100 square feet in size and is not adjacent to land owned by a state or local agency that is used for low- and moderate-income housing.
Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(F) states that property can be determined “exempt surplus land” if the property is to be developed housing that restricts 100% of the residential units to persons or families of low or moderate income, with at least 75% of the residential units restricted to lower income households, which is defined as 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) with an affordable sales price or affordable rent for 55 years for rental housing and 45 years for ownership housing. The affordable sales price or rent level cannot be higher than 20% below the median market rents or sales prices for the neighborhood in which the property is located. The following two (2) properties meet this criteria.
573 Birchwood Way
The property located at 573 Birchwood Way, Turlock, CA is a single-family home with three (3) bedrooms and two (2) bathrooms. It was acquired using CDBG and HOME funds in 2023 and is currently vacant. The property is scheduled for rehabilitation using PLHA funds within the next 3-6 months and a recommendation regarding its disposition will be presented to Council for guidance at a later date. Although this property is approximately 6,758 square feet in size, it is adjacent to land owned by the City of Turlock that is to be used for low- and moderate-income housing. However, this property does meet the Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(F) exemption as both units are planned to be either sold to first time homebuyers who are at 80% or less of the Area Median Income (AMI) or sold to a nonprofit to provide affordable rental housing to those at or below 80% of the AMI.
If Council proceeds with declaring this property exempt, if sold to a first-time homebuyer, the property will have the restriction that the property cannot be sold for more than 20% below the median market sales prices for the neighborhood for 45 years. If sold to a nonprofit agency, the property will have the restriction that the rent cannot be higher than 20% below the median market rents for 55 years.
591 Birchwood Way
The property located at 591 Birchwood Way, Turlock, CA is a single-family home with three (3) bedrooms and two (2) bathrooms. It was acquired using CDBG funds, rehabilitated in 2021 and is currently occupied with a tenant. A recommendation regarding its disposition will be presented to Council for guidance at a later date. Although this property is approximately 6,758 square feet in size, it is adjacent to land owned by the City of Turlock that is to be used for low- and moderate-income housing. However, this property does meet the Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(F) exemption as both units are planned to be either sold to first time homebuyers who are at 80% or less of the AMI Income (AMI) or sold to a nonprofit agency to provide affordable rental housing to those at or below 80% of the AMI. If Council proceeds with declaring this property exempt, if sold to a first-time homebuyer, the property will have the restriction that the property cannot be sold for more than 20% below the median market sales prices for the neighborhood for 45 years. If sold to a nonprofit agency, the property will have the restriction that the rent cannot be higher than 20% below the median market rents for 55 years.
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If Council declares the properties “exempt surplus land” and adopts the proposed resolutions, the resolutions will then be sent to HCD for a 30-day review period.
3. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION:
Government Code Section 54220-54234, The Surplus Land Act, requires property owned by a local agency be declared “Surplus Land” or “Exempt Surplus Land” by the governing body at a regular public meeting supported by written findings before the local agency may dispose of the property.
A property may be declared “Exempt Surplus Land” under Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(B) if the property is less than one-half acre and is not contiguous to land owned by a state or local agency that is used for open-space or low-and moderate-income housing purposes. Three (3) of the five (5) properties meet this criteria.
A property may be declared “Exempt Surplus Land” under Government Section 54221 (f)(1)(F) if the property is to be housing that restricts 100% of the residential units to persons or families of low or moderate income, with at least 75% of the residential units restricted to lower income households defined at 80% of the AMI with an affordable sales price or rent level maximum of 20% below the median market rents and sales prices for the neighborhood in which the site located. Two (2) of the five (5) properties meet this criteria.
4. FISCAL IMPACT / BUDGET AMENDMENT:
No Fiscal Impact has been identified.
5. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend approval.
6. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
Recommend approval.
7. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:
The housing units at 1827 Shadow Park Drive, 2065 Cody Court, and 573 Birchwood Way only require issuance of a building permit for the work to be done to rehabilitate the structures, therefore in accordance with Section 15268 of the CEQA Guidelines the projects are Exempt from the provisions of CEQA.
The housing unit at 570 Jason Drive only involved the purchase of an existing single-family home located on one lot and the action before Council consists of determining the property is “exempt surplus land”. Therefore, under Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines this action does not constitute a project as the action does not have the potential for resulting in either a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.
The housing unit at 591 Birchwood only required the issuance of a building permit for the work that was done to rehabilitate the structure in 2021, therefore, in accordance with Section 15268 of the CEQA Guidelines the project is Exempt from the provisions of CEQA. 570 Jason Drive
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The NEPA Environmental review concluded on January 31st, 2023 that this project is categorically excluded and converts to exempt per 24 CFR 58.34(a)(12), because it does not require any mitigation for compliance with any listed statutes or authorities. 1827 Shadow Park Drive
The NEPA Environmental review concluded on February 15th, 2023 that this project is categorically excluded and converts to exempt per 24 CFR 58.34(a)(12), because it does not require any mitigation for compliance with any listed statutes or authorities. 2065 Cody Court
The NEPA Environmental review concluded on January 31st, 2023 that this project is categorically excluded and converts to exempt per 24 CFR 58.34(a)(12), because it does not require any mitigation for compliance with any listed statutes or authorities. 573 Birchwood Way
The NEPA Environmental review concluded on February 28th, 2023 that this project is categorically excluded and converts to exempt per 24 CFR 58.34(a)(12), because it does not require any mitigation for compliance with any listed statutes or authorities. 591 Birchwood Way
The NEPA Environmental review concluded on February 12th, 2021 that this project is categorically exclude and converts to exempt per 24 CFR 58.34(a)(12), because is does not require any mitigation for compliance with any listed statutes or authorities.
8. ALTERNATIVES:
1. The Council could choose to not declare any of the five (5) properties as exempt surplus land. This alterative is not recommended as this declaration allows the City of Turlock to move forward in disposition of these properties. The proposed action does not authorize the transfer or sale of the properties as the action to transfer or sell the properties will come back to City Council as a separate action.
2. The Council could choose to declare three (3) of the five (5) properties exempt surplus land and not the other two (2) which will have to have affordability periods of 45 years for ownership and 55 years for affordable rent. This alternative is not recommended as this will prolong the process of disposition of the properties as they will need to go through the surplus land act process which includes offering the property to affordable housing developers for 60 days.
9. ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution-Exempt Surplus Land - 570 Jason Dr
2. Resolution-Exempt Surplus Land - 1827 Shadow Park Dr
3. Resolution-Exempt Surplus Land - 2065 Cody Court
4. Resolution-Exempt Surplus Land - 573 Birchwood Way
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5. Resolution-Exempt Surplus Land - 591 Birchwood Way
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TURLOCK
IN THE MATTER OF ADOPTING A RESOLUTION } RESOLUTION NO. 2025- DECLARING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY }
OWNED BY THE CITY OF TURLOCK LOCATED }
AT 570 JASON DRIVE, TURLOCK, }
CALIFORNIA, STANISLAUS COUNTY APN }
050-036-008, IS EXEMPT SURPLUS LAND, AND }
AND AUTHORIZES THE CITY MANAGER TO }
TAKE THE REQUIRED ACTIONS TO COMPLY }
WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SURPLUS }
LAND ACT. }
}
WHEREAS, the City of the Turlock (the “City”) owns certain real property located at 570 Jason Drive, Turlock, California, Stanislaus County, APN 050-036-008 (the “Property”); and
WHEREAS, the City must comply with Government Code Sections 54220- 54234, The Surplus Land Act, prior to taking any action to dispose of the Property; and WHEREAS, Surplus Land Act shall not apply to the disposition of the Property if the Property is exempt surplus land as defined in Government Code Section 54221(f)(1); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Surplus Land Act, the City Council must take formal action during a regular public meeting to declare that the Property is exempt surplus land, as supported by written findings; and
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(B) defines exempt surplus land to include property that is less than one-half acres in area and is not adjacent to land owned by state or local agency that is used for low- and moderate-income housing; and
WHEREAS, the property located at 570 Jason Drive is approximately 2,600 square feet in size and is not adjacent to land owned by state of local agency that is used for low- and moderate-income housing; an
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Surplus Land Act Guidelines issued by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) to interpret and implement the Surplus Land Act, the City Council’s determination that the Property is exempt surplus land must be provided to HCD for its review at least 30 days prior to disposition; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of
Resolution No. 2025-
Turlock does hereby adopt a resolution declaring certain real property owned by the City of Turlock located at 570 Jason Drive, Turlock, California, Stanislaus County APN 050-036-008, is exempt surplus land, and authorizes the City Manager to take the required actions to comply with the requirements of the Surplus Land Act.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Turlock this 13th day of May, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
NOT PARTICIPATING:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
__________________________
Nichole Fiez, City Clerk,
City of Turlock, County of Stanislaus,
State of California
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TURLOCK
IN THE MATTER OF ADOPTING A RESOLUTION } RESOLUTION NO. 2025- DECLARING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY }
OWNED BY THE CITY OF TURLOCK LOCATED }
AT 1827 SHADOW PARK DRIVE, TURLOCK, }
CALIFORNIA, STANISALUS COUNTY APN }
088-015-057, IS EXEMPT SURPLUS LAND AND }
AUTHORIZES THE CITY MANAGER TO TAKE }
THE REQUIRED ACTIONS TO COMPLY WITH }
THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SURPLUS LAND }
ACT. }
}
WHEREAS, the City of the Turlock (the “City”) owns certain property located at 1827 Shadow Park Drive, Turlock, California, Stanislaus County, APN 088-015-057 (the “Property”); and
WHEREAS, the City must comply with Government Code Sections 54220- 54234, The Surplus Land Act, prior to taking any action to dispose of the Property; and WHEREAS, Surplus Land Act shall not apply to the disposition of the Property if the Property is exempt surplus land as defined in Government Code Section 54221(f)(1); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Surplus Land Act, the City Council must take formal action during a regular public meeting to declare that the Property is exempt surplus land, as supported by written findings; and
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(B) defines exempt surplus land to include property that is less than one-half acres in area and is not adjacent to land owned by state or local agency that is used for low- and moderate-income housing; and
WHEREAS, the property located at 1827 Shadow Park Drive is approximately 6,050 square feet in size and is not adjacent to land owned by state or local agency that is used for low- and moderate-income housing; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Surplus Land Act Guidelines issued by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) to interpret and implement the Surplus Land Act, the City Council’s determination that the Property is exempt surplus land must be provided to HCD for its review at least 30 days prior to disposition; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of
Resolution No. 2025-
Turlock does hereby adopt a resolution declaring certain real property owned by the City of Turlock located at 1827 Shadow Park Drive, Turlock, California, Stanislaus County APN 088-015-057, is exempt surplus land, and authorizes the City Manager to take the required actions to comply with the requirements of the Surplus Land Act.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Turlock this 13th day of May, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
NOT PARTICIPATING:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
__________________________
Nichole Fiez, City Clerk,
City of Turlock, County of Stanislaus,
State of California
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TURLOCK
IN THE MATTER OF ADOPTING A RESOLUTION } RESOLUTION NO. 2025- DECLARING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY }
OWNED BY THE CITY OF TURLOCK LOCATED }
AT 2065 CODY COURT, TURLOCK, CALIFORNIA,}
STANISALUS COUNTY APN 089-004-012, IS }
EXEMPT SURPLUS LAND AND AUTHORIZES }
THE CITY MANAGER TO TAKE THE REQUIRED }
ACTIONS TO COMPLY WITH THE }
REQUIREMENTS OF THE SURPLUS LAND ACT. }
}
WHEREAS, the City of the Turlock (the “City”) owns certain property located at 2065 Cody Court, Turlock, California, Stanislaus County, APN 089-004-012 (the “Property”); and
WHEREAS, the City must comply with Government Code Sections 54220- 54234, The Surplus Land Act, prior to taking any action to dispose of the Property; and WHEREAS, Surplus Land Act shall not apply to the disposition of the Property if the Property is exempt surplus land as defined in Government Code Section 54221(f)(1); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Surplus Land Act, the City Council must take formal action during a regular public meeting to declare that the Property is exempt surplus land, as supported by written findings; and
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(B) defines exempt surplus land to include property that is less than one-half acres in area and is not adjacent to land owned by state or local agency that is used for low- and moderate-income housing; and
WHEREAS, the property located at 2065 Cody Court is approximately 6,100 square feet in size and is not adjacent to land owned by state or local agency that is used for low- and moderate-income housing; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Surplus Land Act Guidelines issued by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) to interpret and implement the Surplus Land Act, the City Council’s determination that the Property is exempt surplus land must be provided to HCD for its review at least 30 days prior to disposition; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Turlock does hereby adopt a resolution declaring certain real property owned by the
Resolution No. 2025-
City of Turlock located at 2065 Cody Court, Turlock, California, Stanislaus County APN 089-004-012, is exempt surplus land, and authorizes the City Manager to take the required actions to comply with the requirements of the Surplus Land Act.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Turlock this 13th day of May, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
NOT PARTICIPATING:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
__________________________
Nichole Fiez, City Clerk,
City of Turlock, County of Stanislaus,
State of California
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TURLOCK
IN THE MATTER OF ADOPTING A RESOLUTION } RESOLUTION NO. 2025- DECLARING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY }
OWNED BY THE CITY OF TURLOCK LOCATED }
AT 573 BIRCHWOOD WAY, TURLOCK, }
CALIFORNIA, STANISLAUS COUNTY APN }
043-055-049, IS EXEMPT SURPLUS LAND, AND }
AND AUTHORIZES THE CITY MANAGER TO }
TAKE THE REQUIRED ACTIONS TO COMPLY }
WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SURPLUS }
LAND ACT. }
}
WHEREAS, the City of the Turlock (the “City”) owns certain real property located at 573 Birchwood Way, Turlock, California, Stanislaus County, APN 043-055-049 (the “Property”); and
WHEREAS, the City must comply with Government Code Sections 54220- 54234, The Surplus Land Act, prior to taking any action to dispose of the Property; and WHEREAS, Surplus Land Act shall not apply to the disposition of the Property if the Property is exempt surplus land as defined in Government Code Section 54221(f)(1); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Surplus Land Act, the City Council must take formal action during a regular public meeting to declare that the Property is exempt surplus land, as supported by written findings; and
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(F) defines exempt surplus land to include property that is 100% affordable to lower income persons or families, defined at 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) with an affordable sales price of a maximum of 20% below the median sales prices for 45 years or affordable rent of a maximum of 20% below the median market rents for 55 years; and WHEREAS, the property located at 573 Birchwood Way is adjacent to property owned by the City of Turlock and will be sold to a first-time homebuyer at or below 80% of the AMI with a 45-year restriction of the home not being sold over 20% of the median sales price or will be sold to a nonprofit agency to provide affordable housing to those at or below 80% AMI with a 55-year restriction of the rent not being higher than 20% below the median market rents for the neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Surplus Land Act Guidelines issued by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) to interpret and implement the Surplus Land Act, the City Council’s determination that the Property is
Resolution No. 2025-
exempt surplus land must be provided to HCD for its review at least 30 days prior to disposition; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Turlock does hereby adopt a resolution declaring certain real property owned by the City of Turlock located at 573 Birchwood Way, Turlock, California, Stanislaus County APN 043-055-049, is exempt surplus land, and authorizes the City Manager to take the required actions to comply with the requirements of the Surplus Land Act.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Turlock this 13th day of May, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
NOT PARTICIPATING:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
__________________________
Nichole Fiez, City Clerk,
City of Turlock, County of Stanislaus,
State of California
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TURLOCK
IN THE MATTER OF ADOPTING A RESOLUTION } RESOLUTION NO. 2025- DECLARING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY }
OWNED BY THE CITY OF TURLOCK LOCATED }
AT 591 BIRCHWOOD WAY, TURLOCK, }
CALIFORNIA, STANISLAUS COUNTY APN }
043-055-048, IS EXEMPT SURPLUS LAND, AND }
AND AUTHORIZES THE CITY MANAGER TO }
TAKE THE REQUIRED ACTIONS TO COMPLY }
WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SURPLUS }
LAND ACT. }
}
WHEREAS, the City of the Turlock (the “City”) owns certain real property located at 591 Birchwood Way, Turlock, California, Stanislaus County, APN 043-055-048 (the “Property”); and
WHEREAS, the City must comply with Government Code Sections 54220- 54234, The Surplus Land Act, prior to taking any action to dispose of the Property; and WHEREAS, Surplus Land Act shall not apply to the disposition of the Property if the Property is exempt surplus land as defined in Government Code Section 54221(f)(1); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Surplus Land Act, the City Council must take formal action during a regular public meeting to declare that the Property is exempt surplus land, as supported by written findings; and
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(F) defines exempt surplus land to include property that is 100% affordable to lower income persons or families, defined at 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) with an affordable sales price of a maximum of 20% below the median sales prices for 45 years or affordable rent of a maximum of 20% below the median market rents for 55 years; and WHEREAS, the property located at 591 Birchwood Way is adjacent to property owned by the City of Turlock and will be sold to a first-time homebuyer at or below 80% of the AMI with a 45-year restriction of the home not being sold over 20% of the median sales price or will be sold to a nonprofit agency to provide affordable housing to those at or below 80% AMI with a 55-year restriction of the rent not being higher than 20% below the median market rents for the neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Surplus Land Act Guidelines issued by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) to interpret and implement the Surplus Land Act, the City Council’s determination that the Property is
Resolution No. 2025-
exempt surplus land must be provided to HCD for its review at least 30 days prior to disposition; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Turlock does hereby adopt a resolution declaring certain real property owned by the City of Turlock located at 591 Birchwood Way, Turlock, California, Stanislaus County APN 043-055-048, is exempt surplus land, and authorizes the City Manager to take the required actions to comply with the requirements of the Surplus Land Act.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Turlock this 13th day of May, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
NOT PARTICIPATING:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
__________________________
Nichole Fiez, City Clerk,
City of Turlock, County of Stanislaus,
State of California
Human Relations
Department
Career Opportunities
*As of 04/30/2025
Human Relations
Department
New Hires
Community Service
Officer I
Staff Services Assistant Fire Engineer
Promotions
Staffing Data
Full-Time Employees Part-Time Employees
397 303
700
Total
Employees
Fleet Maintenance
Mechanic II
Fire Captain
*As of 04/30/2025
Human Relations
Department
LeaderGov Program Update
Our Human Relations department recently participated in the third session of our ongoing Teamwork Summit workshop series. This latest workshop, titled Multi-Generational Success, focused on building stronger collaboration and understanding among employees from different age groups. As today's workforce becomes increasingly diverse, it is vital to recognize the unique values, communication styles, and work preferences each generation brings.
In addition to the workshop, our team also came together to review and update our departmental SWOT analysis, an important strategic tool used to assess our strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. This collaborative review enabled us to reflect on our progress, identify areas for improvement, and align our goals with the evolving needs of our organization.
Human Relations
Department
New Events Past Events
Pitman High School Career Day
Monday, April 14, 2025
Turlock High School Career Fair
Thursday, May 8, 2025
9:20 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Turlock Adult School &
Roselawn High School Career Fair
Thursday, April 10, 2025
CITY MANAGER’S MONTHLY UPDATE
We are pleased to recognize two outstanding members of the Turlock Fire Department who have recently achieved significant career milestones.
Captain Zachary Copland
Zachary Copland has been promoted to the rank of Fire Captain, effective April 27, 2025.
Zach began his fire service career with the Westport Volunteer Fire Department, gaining hands-on experience and a deep appreciation for the profession. He went on to serve two fire seasons with Cal Fire in the Santa Clara Unit, where he further developed his skills in emergency response and wildland operations.
Zach joined the Turlock Fire Department as a Firefighter in March 2021, quickly distinguishing himself as a reliable and capable member of the team. He was promoted to Fire Engineer in January 2023, and now, through continued dedication and leadership, he has earned the rank of Captain. Zach’s progression reflects his commitment to service, excellence in performance, and strong leadership qualities.
Engineer William Renfort
William Renfort has been promoted to the rank of Fire Engineer, effective April 27, 2025.
Will began his fire service career with the City of Palo Alto as a volunteer firefighter in the Cadet Program. He later worked as a seasonal firefighter with Olympic Valley Fire Department in the Tahoe Basin, and also served as a defensible space inspector with North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District.
Will joined the Turlock Fire Department in September 2022 as a Firefighter. Since then, he has proven himself as a dependable and hardworking team member with a strong aptitude for emergency operations. His promotion to Fire Engineer is a reflection of his technical expertise, professionalism, and readiness to take on greater responsibility.
Please join us in congratulating both Captain Zachary Copland and Engineer William Renfort on their well-earned promotions. We look forward to their continued contributions and leadership within the department.
Upcoming Ceremony
We will formally recognize these promotions, along with others from the past year, at the upcoming MST Fire Academy Graduation and Promotional Ceremony, taking place on May 16th at 4:00 PM at the State Theatre in Modesto.
This event will also celebrate the graduation of our four newest Turlock Firefighters from the MST Fire Academy. These graduates represent the future of our department, and we are proud of their dedication, growth, and readiness to serve the Turlock community.
TURLOCK FIRE DEPARTMENT
April 2025
CHIEF’S
MESSAGE
O P E R A T I O N S
D I V I S I O N
C A L L S B Y
D I S T R I C T
Total MVA:
32 Total EMS:
526
Total Fire (NFIRS
Series 100):
15 TOTAL CALL
VOULME:
694
F I R E
P R E V E N T I O N
D I V I S I O N
Type of Inspection Total
Occupancy 19
Re-inspections 12
Solar 7
Final Fire Alarm/Final Sprinkler 6
Building Finals 5
Hydro/Visual 3
Hydrant Flows 6
Food Vendors 7
All other inspections 7
Green Sheet Plan Reviews 14
april 2025
M O N T H L Y C I T Y M A N A G E R ' S R E P O R T
4,835
F I E L D &
S U P P O R T O P E R A T I O N S
2,207
REPORTS
TAKEN
ARRESTS TRAFFIC
STOPS
CITATIONS
ISSUED
ANIMALS ADOPTED/RETURNED TO
OWNER/TRANSPORTED TO RESCUE.
576
211 197
NONEMERGENCY
CALLS
Patrol &
Communications
Animal Services
911 CALLS
791
From April 5-6, members of the police department took on the legendary Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay for the second year in a row. This 120-mile law enforcement relay through the desert is as grueling as it is rewarding, testing not only physical endurance but also mental grit and true teamwork.
Throughout the month of April, Turlock PD celebrated and honored the following workgroups during their respective appreciation weeks:
Property and Evidence
Communications
Animal Services
Administrative Professionals
Volunteers
On April 26 , staff and volunteers rolled up their sleeves and joined forces with our community for Love Turlock! This incredible event brings people together across cities to clean up, work on projects, and make a positive impact in the
neighborhoods we call home.
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On April 29 , TAPO hosted lunch for all employees as a small way to bring everyone together. Staff enjoyed catching up with coworkers.
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DOGS SEIZED
59 CATS SEIZED
54 88
DUI
12
BACKGROUND
LOCAL CHECKS
professional standards
Social Media Insights
162
133
CLETS
ENTRIES
WARRANTS
280
135 REPORTS
PROCESSED
REPORTS
RELEASED
S P E C I A L O P E R A T I O N S
1,012
Records
51 31
23 NEW CASES CLOSED
CASES
SUPPLEMENTAL REPORTS
TOTAL
ACTIVE
CASES
82 12
DIGITAL
FORENSIC
EXAM REPORT
3 ARRESTS
Detectives
STREET CRIMES UNIT
112
36 90
41 3 1
TRAFFIC
STOPS
PEDESTRIAN
STOPS
SEARCHES ARRESTS GANG FIELD
INTERVIEW
FIREARMS
RECOVERED
NARCOTICS
SEIZED:
ASSEST
FORFEITURE:
4.27 lbs. of marijuana,
65.74g of meth, 8.31g of
fentanyl, 0.27g of cocaine
$2,752
19 12
2 1
1 MISC
PERMITS
PROCESSED
NEWS
RELEASES
ADMIN.
INVESTIGATIONS
RIDE-ALONG
APPLICATIONS
PROCESSED
SCHOOLS
PROCESSED
IG: FB:
ACCOUNTS REACHED NEW FOLLOWS PROFILE VISITS
45,303 250,771 IG: 355 FB: 391 IG: 5,994 FB: 14,597
M O N T H L Y C I T Y M A N A G E R ' S R E P O R T : A P R I L
City Council Staff Update
May 13th, 2025
From: Nick Showalter, IT Director
Prepared by: Nick Showalter, IT Director
Agendized by: Susan E. Borrego, Interim City Manager
Subject: Website, Recruitment, Budget, EOC, Server Issue For April 2025, the Information Technology (IT) Department has the following to report:
Website
IT Staff met with the Project Manager from Revize to prepare items for the new website’s design. IT Staff then met with the Communications division to gather items needed for the website build and to review the design templates. This included requesting the City logo, a color palette, and photographs. In addition, IT Staff also met with a copywriter to review service offerings for updating content on the website.
Recruitment
The IT Department is currently in the selection process and performing candidate reference checks for two vacancies: Information Technology Technician and Information Technology Analyst I.
Budget Planning and Review
IT Staff met internally to review budgetary items, which included service renewals, new projects, and technology services and replacements for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
These items were then reviewed with the Finance Department.
Emergency Operations Center
IT Staff have been working to identify specific items and parts for the Emergency Operations Center upgrade to put into a more detailed RFP. In addition, IT Staff met with the Manager of Security and Emergency Preparedness at TID and toured their Emergency Operations Center to discuss the use and functionality of their equipment.
The outcome was to ensure the build-out offers flexibility and multiple uses.
Unexpected Hardware Failure and Troubleshooting
At the end of the month, IT experienced an unexpected hardware failure on server equipment that resulted in intermittent outages that lasted approximately 32 hours. IT Staff worked around the clock with support providers to get the issue resolved.
Completed IT Requests*
IT staff completed 107 requests for service during the month of April 2025. *Resolved requests shown are estimated and do not include ad hoc phone and verbal requests or certain long-term projects.
Admin
8 Development
Services
11 Finance
7 Fire
4 HR
9 IT
Municipal Services 2
28 Police
38 Completed Requests By Department April 2025
SWOT Review and Goal Setting with Leadergov
Through the City of Turlock’s partnership with Leadergov for professional learning and development, the IT Department followed up on their SWOT analysis from last month.
IT Staff selected a specific item considered a “weakness” and worked towards developing an action plan to address the weakness through problem analysis, goal development, strategy, and expected outcome.
ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
*Pictured Above: Turlock business Paper Moon
Stationery and Art Supply was recognized as the
Small Business Development Center’s 2024 Small
Business of the Year.
& COMMUNICATIONS
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Small Businesses contribute 44% of U.S. Economic Activity -(SBA) U.S. Small Business Administration
*Pictured Above: Opportunity Stanislaus
awarded City of Turlock Economic
Development Director, Anthony Sims as the
2024 Economic Developer of the Year at the
annual Celebrate the Central Valley event.
PicturedBelow:
-Yonan’s Jewelers (2485 Geer Road, Turlock, CA 95382)
-Turlock Cleaners (1581 Geer Road, Turlock, CA 95382
-Dean’s Pizza (2390 W. Monte Vista Ave., Turlock, CA 95382 1 Business Retention and Expansion (BRE)
Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) is a cornerstone of economic development, with a primary focus on supporting existing businesses within the City. These businesses are key drivers of job creation and economic stability.
By helping them grow and overcome challenges, communities strengthen their economic foundation and reduce the risk of closures.
During the months of April 2025 , City of Turlock Economic Development staff met with 20 local businesses.
*AnnualBusinessRetention andExpansion (BRE) Visits: 161 meetings and counting! (reporting period is 7/1/2024 - June 30/2025)
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From May 4–10, 2025, the City of Turlock will celebrate National Small Business Week. Throughout the week, City staff will engage with numerous Turlock businesses and partner with the Turlock Chamber of Commerce and Valley Sierra Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to host three no-cost business workshops and a Business Information Expo.
Turlock Celebrates National Small Business Week!
Ribbon Cuttings and New Additions to Turlock:
SmallBusiness Development Centerin Turlock (115 S. Golden StateBlvd, Turlock, CA) GoldenBear Physical Therapy (Ribbon Cuttingat 2303 GeerRoad, Turlock, CA) La Familia (Ribbon Cuttingat 875 GeerRoad, Turlock, CA) Karalin’sBridal Couture (Ribbon Cuttingat 203 S. Golden StateBlvd, SuiteB, Turlock, CA) 3 Business Retention and Expansion (BRE)
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During April 2025, City of Turlock staff were honored to attend and celebrate several ribbon cutting events throughout the community.
We were also proud to announce that the Valley Sierra Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will now offer regular weekly office hours inside the Turlock Chamber of Commerce. The SBDC provides no-cost consulting services to local businesses in areas such as accounting, marketing, and more.
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On April 17 , 2025 Opportunity Stanislaus hosted their annual event, Celebrate the Central Valley at Dust Bowl Brewing Company in Turlock. The following Turlock businesses were recognized with awards:
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SBDC Small Business of the Year:
Paper Moon Stationery and Art Supply
Workforce Champions:
Associated Feed
Divert, Inc.
Dust Bowl Brewing Company
Oak Valley Community Bank
United States Cold Storage
Valley First Credit Union
Valley Milk, LLC
Best Places to Work:
Oak Valley Community Bank
Economic Developer of the Year:
Anthony Sims - City of Turlock Economic Development Director - Communications Officer
Workforce development within economic
development refers to a set of strategies and activities designed to enhance the skills, knowledge, and
capabilities of the local labor force to meet current and future economic and industry needs.
It is an important element of economic development
because a well-trained and adaptable workforce is vital for attracting and retaining businesses, fostering
innovation, and driving economic growth.
The City has a partnership with Fresno State - Parent University to offer no-cost virtual courses to all Turlock residents (of all ages). Upon completion of each 4 week course, participants will receive a certificate from Fresno State University. This year there have been more than 400 registrations in the program! June 2025 session is now open for enrollment!
To register for future courses visit:
https://cge.fresnostate.edu/oced/parent-university.html 5 Workforce Development -
Talent Development
Free Fresno State - Parent University
Virtual Courses for All Turlock Residents!
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The City of Turlock was proud to collaborate with CSU Stanislaus’ Aspire Team to co-sponsor the annual StanHacks event, alongside partners including TID, the Turlock Chamber of Commerce, and Bay Valley Tech. Now in its third year, the event brought together participants in team-based competition for an engaging hackathon experience.
The annual StanHacks event highlights the growing importance of coding and software development skills in today’s economy. These technical competencies are increasingly vital across industries, equipping our current and future workforce with the tools needed to solve complex problems, innovate, and compete in a technology-driven job market. 6 Workforce Development - Talent Development
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Childcare continues to be a significant barrier to workforce participation. City of Turlock staff was honored to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony for CSU Stanislaus’ new Child Development Center — a vital resource that will support students, faculty, and families throughout the Turlock community. 7 Workforce Development - Talent Development
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Ribbon Cutting - CSU Stanislaus Child Development Center
Attraction strategies within economic development are designed to draw new businesses, industries, and investments to a region. These strategies typically involve a combination of marketing, incentives, infrastructure development, and partnership-building to create a compelling case for businesses to relocate or expand.
The WISP (Westside Industrial Specific Plan) is a key asset to our Turlock community, fostering a thriving industrial ecosystem that supports local businesses, creates jobs, and strengthens Turlock’s economy.
Through smart planning and strategic growth, this area continues to drive innovation, sustainability, and opportunity—all while reinforcing a circular economy that benefits our entire city.
We’re proud to showcase the vision behind this development and excited for what’s ahead! Beam Circular recently announced that they are actively looking for sites in Stanislaus County to develop a Bioeconomy Innovation Campus. More information on Beam Circular below:
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Would you like Turlock to be home to Beam Circular’s Bioeconomy Innovation Campus?
Supporting start-ups and entrepreneurs is a strategic investment within economic development.
Innovation can drive new ideas, technologies, and create the “Spark” of a new business to open up, resulting in job creation, and adding more value to the local economy. One of the ways that the City of Turlock supports start-ups and entrepreneurs is by providing no-cost business workshops and implement business development programs. Business workshops take place within the City of Turlock monthly, and have different topics and strategies presented by different guest speakers.
Celebrate National Small Business Week in Turlock! Be sure to check out these events and workshops! Visit https://bit.ly/SBWdevelopmentseries to register for these FREE in-person events! 10 Business Workshops
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11 The City of Turlock’s newly launched Small Business Development and Assistance Program provides strategic consulting and business development strategies to elevate Turlock small businesses. The businesses eligible to participate must be Turlock businesses that have a business license with the City of Turlock, operate out of a commercial location in Turlock, have no more than 50 employees, and not be part of a franchise or corporate chain.
The business development program is limited to 100 businesses and will provide up to $3,500 (while funds last) for online business ads through Google Search Ads and Meta (Facebook/Instagram) Ads.
There is currently 60 businesses in the program. For more information on City of Turlock business workshops & business development programs please reach out to:
Anthony Sims - Economic Development Director
[email protected]
City of Turlock Small Business Development &
Assistance Program
MonthlyReport-April2025 Business Grants
Turlock Partnership
Incentive Program:
The goal of this program is for new businesses to
open in vacant store fronts and create additional
jobs in our community.
The program provides a one-time payment of $1,000
to help new businesses.
$1,000 Business Grant Available
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Community News
Below: Love Turlock took place on
April 26, 2025
Below: The 2025 CCAA Track & Field
Championships took place at CSU
Stanislaus from May 1 - May 3rd.
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Below: City of Turlock celebrated National Arbor Day at Four Seasons Park with a hands-on tree planting event alongside students from the Turlock Junior High A.S.E.S. after-school program.
City staff shared the importance of trees in our environment and taught attendees how to care for them—from planting tips to long-term care. After the demonstration, students helped plant three new trees at the park, guided by City Staff.
Thank you to all who joined us—including our City Council and staff leadership—for making this Arbor Day a great celebration.
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Community News
Happy Retirement City Manager Reagan Wilson!
On April 8 , 2025 City staff and community
members gathered to honor the retirement of City
Manager Reagan Wilson — a dedicated leader,
lifelong public servant, and proud Turlock native.
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From community members to City staff and
leadership, the turnout was a true testament to the
impact he’s made. The evening included a
heartfelt proclamation delivered by Mayor Bublak,
warm handshakes, meaningful conversations, and
a certificate of recognition.
Thank you, Mr. Reagan Wilson, for your service,
leadership, and unwavering love for this
community.
You will be missed, and we wish you all the best in
your well-earned retirement.
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Community News
Columbia Pool Update
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DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
APRIL 2025 - Monthly Report
BUILDING
HOUSING
PLANNING
The Development
Services Department
continues to strive to
provide excellent
customer service while
ensuring the health,
safety, enhancement,
and prosperity of our
community.
2 BUILDING DIVISION MONTHLY STATISTICS
• 81 permits
were ready
for issuance
this month
within 24 hours
• Staff
continues
work to
address and
resolve the
projects and
permits that
were
impacted by
COVID
• Solar APP+ has
been
implemented
and the first
permits have
been issued.
• Inspections
Completed:
o 336
• Code
Compliance
Cases:
o 200+
• Staff will be
participating in
statemandated
certification
training and a
variety of
industryspecific
educational
opportunities in
the coming
weeks
3 HOUSING DIVISION UPDATE
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Staff is wrapping up the 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan (Con Plan) and the 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan (AAP).
The draft plans are out for public comment from April 4, 2025-May 5, 2025, and a community meeting was held on April 17, 2025 in the Yosemite Conference Room which was attended by 3 community members. Staff will be presenting, along with the Consultant, all plans to City Council on May 13, 2025. Stanislaus County, as the lead entity of the Consortium, has the lead on the preparation of the Con Plan and first year AAP. While Turlock staff has actively participated in the process, Turlock’s Con Plan and AAP are tied to the County’s timelines for completion of the County wide plan. .
Staff provided monitoring technical assistance to a property management company responsible for managing 21 units transferred to non-profit agencies for use as affordable rental housing. .
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Staff completed the annual recertification for the mobile home park rent subsidy payment program. .
Staff met with 3 potential first time homebuyers and 4 potential rehab applicants.
Staff completed 2024-2025 Public Service Grant subrecipient monitoring and completed the follow-up on the 2023-2024 monitoring.
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HOUSING DIVISION FINANCIAL REPORT
Planning Projects
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• Planning Division received an application to develop a 1.2-acre parcel located at 2900 Spengler Way (Stanislaus County APN 044-067-004) as an industrial park. The project includes the construction of a 16,550-square-foot warehouse shell building designed to accommodate five individual tenant spaces. Four of the units are intended for light industrial users and will include office areas and restroom facilities. The fifth unit is proposed to operate as a health/recreation center, which will feature a 1,875-square-foot indoor pool within approximately 7,600 square feet of the building. The recreation center will provide one-on-one instruction to children ages 18 and under, serving one participant at a time.
Proposed operating hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with a maximum of four staff members present during business hours. • MDP 2025-08 1850 Olympic Dr-New Warehouse
The Planning Division has received an application for the development of a 14,200-square-foot concrete shell warehouse located at 1850 Olympic Drive. The proposed building will include two offices, two restrooms, a storage room, and an IT room. Site improvements will feature a gated outdoor yard and a street-accessed loading dock. No prospective tenants have been identified at this time.
• MDP 2025-09 1150 Gold Dr-New Warehouse
The Planning Division recevied an application for the construction of an 8,960-square-foot metal and CMU hybrid shell warehouse at 1150 Gold Dr. The facility will include an office, two restrooms, an IT room, and a gated outdoor yard. Currently, there are no prospective tenants for the warehouse.
BUSINESS ADDRESS BUSINESS TYPE BUSINESS NAME
HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT A-DUBS TUBS
HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT SAMANTHA KIELY
1125 N GOLDEN STATE BLVD I ZONING CERTIFICATE/OCCUPANCY INSPECTION VARGA AUDIO SHOP LLC 131 S CENTER ST ZONING CERTIFICATE/OCCUPANCY INSPECTION TURLOCKS GENTLE PET GROOMING 1673 LANDER AVE ZONING CERTIFICATE/OCCUPANCY INSPECTION TURLOCK PHONE REPAIR 1729 N OLIVE AVE 1 ZONING CERTIFICATE/OCCUPANCY INSPECTION FIRST STEP ORTHODONTICS
HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT SUNSTONE LANDSCAPING AND DESIG
1801 COLORADO AVE 140 ZONING CERTIFICATE/OCCUPANCY INSPECTION SUTTER CREEK SURGERY CENTER 1810 N OLIVE AVE 2 ZONING CERTIFICATE/OCCUPANCY INSPECTION FIRST STEP DENTAL 2111 GEER RD 208 ZONING CERTIFICATE/OCCUPANCY INSPECTION TURLOCK MORTGAGE CORP 220 S BROADWAY ZONING CERTIFICATE/OCCUPANCY INSPECTION UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY ASSOC 2475 ACME CT ZONING CERTIFICATE/OCCUPANCY INSPECTION INSORT USA INC. 2600 SPENGLER WAY ZONING CERTIFICATE/OCCUPANCY INSPECTION MID VALLEY FOODS, LLC
HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT CHASE YOUR DEETAIL
HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT CENTRAL VALLEY LIQUOR LICENSE
HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT ASSURANCE HOME INSPECTIONS
HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT PERFECT PARTY RENTALS
HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT TRUFIX HANDYMAN SERVICES
HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT RACHEL CHAMBERLAIN PHOTOGRAPHY
HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT ALLISON'S PERSONAL TRAINING
415 E OLIVE AVE 1 ZONING CERTIFICATE/OCCUPANCY INSPECTION NEW DAY SPA 525 N GOLDEN STATE BLVD ZONING CERTIFICATE/OCCUPANCY INSPECTION TOTAL CONNECT PRO 700 LANDER AVE ZONING CERTIFICATE/OCCUPANCY INSPECTION ANY PHONE REPAIR
HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT TOM OAKLEY, LLC
Staff has actively been particpating in the
Leadership Academy sessions and applying
the skills and ideas into our day-to-day
work.
DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES DEPARTMENT
City Manager's Monthly Report - May 13, 2025
CITY MANAGER'S MONTHLY REPORT
May 13, 2025
ENGINEERING◦FLEET◦MAINTENANCE◦RECREATION
REGULATORY AFFAIRS ◦ ROADS PROGRAM ◦ SRWA
TRANSIT◦UTILITIES◦WATER QUALITY CONTROL
LEADERGOV
The Municipal Services Department has begun implementing LeaderGov content with staff, incorporating its principles into our leadership development efforts by discussing the content at regular staff meetings.
This month we discussed “Emotional Intelligence.” Team members participated in thoughtful discussions about developing emotional awareness and empathy in the workplace and how emotional intelligence shapes communication, strengthens trust, and enhances collaboration.
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE
The Fleet Division continued refining its use of the new AssetWorks fleet management system in April. Staff attended the AssetWorks Academy, gaining valuable insights to further optimize system capabilities. While data cleanup remains ongoing, the software rollout has remained smooth. Staff have been instrumental in mastering system functions and resolving emerging issues.
The division successfully submitted its FY 2025–26 budget and completed Finance review meetings with no follow-up questions. Preparations are underway for the CHP terminal inspection scheduled for May 21, and the team is now working on integrating scanning and printing functionality with the new software.
Safety is always a focus, and this month, we held a meeting addressing lift safety and proper use of shop doors following a recent incident that resulted in some damage.
FLEET
City Manager's Monthly Report - May 13, 2025 Page 2 of 8 In April, the Engineering Division progressed several capital projects and planning efforts across water, wastewater, and facilities infrastructure. Staff coordinated asbestos survey work for the Water Quality Control Administration Building reroof (CP 24-004) and prepared notices of completion for both the Sewer Line Replacement behind 147 S. Broadway (CP 19-48) and Transit Center Canopy Repair (CP 23-020). GIS mapping was updated to reflect wet utilities for Les Chateaus, Monteverde, and Legends North 3 Park, and coordination with Caltrans continued for reimbursement of construction engineering costs at Main & Tegner (CP 14-44). Engineering also led internal coordination on the CIP 5-Year Plan for FY 2025–30.
ENGINEERING
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOLLOWING
EMPLOYEE WHO RECEIVED A PROMOTION THIS MONTH:
RICARDO SANCHEZ MADRIGAL - FLEET MAINTENANCE MECHANIC II
In April, the Maintenance Division supported seasonal transitions and public events through citywide services in streets, landscaping, parks, facilities, and assessments. Crews handled sign replacements, thermoplastic markings, graffiti removal, irrigation repairs, landscape maintenance, and repaired over 650 potholes. Notably, the Transit Center parking lot was cleaned and fully restriped, including legend repainting. Facilities staff completed repairs across multiple buildings, while parks crews prepared Columbia Park for events like NAKLAND, water feature reopenings, and Cinco de Mayo, including fresh paint for the Crane Park merry-go-round fencing.
The Sports Complex team maintained fields and supported tournament prep, while assessment crews focused on irrigation and landscape readiness ahead of spring events and graduations. Staff also coordinated community efforts for Arbor Day and Love Turlock, and participated in safety trainings on PPE and power tool use.
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POTHOLES FILLED IN APRIL
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ASES ELOP
PLAY
Self Defense Dance
Tiny Tots Adult Softball
Youth Weight Training
TBall Lego Robotics
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
PARTICIPANTS
OTHER RECREATION PROGRAM
PARTICIPANTS
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868
186
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INFORMATION ON
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YOUTH WEIGHT TRAINING
SPRING BREAK CAMP
ASES 2025/2026
64 Teams
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RECREATION
In April, the Recreation Division remained focused on program delivery, enrollment transitions, and seasonal preparations. Staff completed the ASES 2025–26 pre-registration process, collaborating closely with TUSD to finalize site rosters, resolve waitlists, and notify families of enrollment status.
Coordination with TUSD and SCOE also continued to shape after-school programming agreements for the next school year.
City Manager's Monthly Report - May 13, 2025 Page 4 of 8 Spring activity enrollment remained strong across programs, including Tiny Tots, T-Ball, Lego Engineers, and Youth Weight Training. April also saw a well-attended dance recital at the Turlock Community Theatre and the Arbor Day celebration with TJHS ASES students at Four Seasons Park.
Preparations accelerated for the upcoming Columbia Pool Grand Opening on May 17, with staff finalizing swim lesson schedules, training seasonal lifeguards, and working with maintenance and concession teams to address facility readiness.
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ROADS PROGRAM
The Roads Program continued making solid progress in April. Crews completed grinding and base prep on Earlham Drive, Valparaiso Drive, and De Pauw Drive, getting the streets ready for paving. On Meadowlark Drive, the roadway base was recycled and compacted, with new asphalt already to be placed by early May.
Behind the scenes, staff kept things moving with contractors and consultants. A second bid package for Project 23-067 opened in April, with more construction activity on the way. In total, the City is investing $3.75 million in design to improve over 11 miles of streets, with construction costs estimated at $33–$40 million.
City Manager's Monthly Report - May 13, 2025
In April, the Utilities Division performed extensive water and sewer system maintenance while supporting capital projects and responding to service requests. Crews completed over 50 emergency point repairs, multiple water leak fixes, and routine water main flushing in Grids D8 through D11. Fire hydrant valve replacements were completed on Dianne Road, and new water service installations were conducted on North Beech Street and South Broadway. Sewer crews cleaned over 9,000 linear feet of main lines and performed closed-circuit television (CCTV) inspections in preparation for upcoming street work.
The team also supported development activity through occupancy inspections, backflow testing, cross-connection control, and USA markings for excavation safety. Customer service remained a focus with daily meter reads, endpoint repairs, and responses to complaints about pressure, leaks, and discolored water. New employees progressed toward commercial driver’s license certification and water distribution exams.
UTILITIES
WATER PRODUCTION
APRIL 2025
All water delivered to City of Ceres and City of Turlock met or exceeded water quality requirements as mandated by the State of California.
CITY OF CERES 105 Million gallons of water was delivered
CITY OF
TURLOCK
154 Million gallons of water was delivered
ZERO POSTIVE SYSTEM BACTI SAMPLES
STANISLAUS REGIONAL WATER
AUTHORITY (SRWA)
In April, the Stanislaus Regional Water Authority (SRWA) focused on infrastructure reliability, regulatory compliance, and system improvements. Staff completed cleaning of both equalization basins and the recycled water wet well, and developed a standard operating procedure for future efforts. A chlorine trim pump leak was quickly contained and safely discharged to an offline lagoon.
To improve dosing accuracy, SRWA ordered and began installing new Grundfos pumps. The caustic tank level sensor issue progressed with on-site installation of heat tape and insulation. Staff submitted the Monthly Operating Report and Electronic Annual Report to the State Water Board.
The team met with the Division of Drinking Water for the sanitary survey with a pre-inspection walkthrough and met with City of Turlock lab staff to plan upcoming total organic carbon and bac-t sampling. SRWA was also recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency and State Revolving Fund program for excellence in system partnerships.
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SRWA WATER PRODUCTION VS WELL WATER
PRODUCTION, IN MILLIONS OF GALLONS, IN APRIL
City Wells SRWA
2024 2025
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350
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In April, in addition to the ordinary maintenance of public transit operations, Transit staff addressed facility upkeep needs, including the installation of pigeon exclusion materials around solar panels at the Transit Center, and met with regional partners to finalize a funding methodology for the State of Good Repair program. Staff also prepared responses for the Transportation Development Act Triennial Performance Review, completed a federal grant compliance training, and participated in a media shoot featuring the robotic “Buzz” shuttle for future outreach.
TRANSIT
In April, the Water Quality Control Division advanced multiple maintenance efforts and capital projects. Staff rebuilt and reinstalled the hot water recirculating pump at Boiler #3, replaced intake filters on four blowers, and completed oil and vibration sampling on several pumps and motors across the facility. The division also reinstalled pump #2 at Storm Station #1 and addressed motor control issues at Well 38, which had caused elevated pressure in the water system.
The transition from the HSQ to VTScada system progressed, with the cutover of controls at the secondary effluent pump station and chemical systems underway in coordination with Carollo Engineers. Electrical and facility teams repaired 22 streetlights, completed USA markings along Geer Road, and installed a new air compressor at the Parks/Streets shop.
The division remained on schedule with compliance work, preparing the March electronic SelfMonitoring Report (eSMR) and emissions report due May 1.
WATER QUALITY CONTROL
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