Agenda — Wasco City Council, August 5, 2025

City of Wasco City Council Meeting Agenda, August 5, 2025

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ease be advised that communicati ons directed to the City Council are public records and are subject to disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act and Brown Act unless AGENDA
Regular City Council Meeting,
Successor Agency to the
Former Redevelopment Agency and the
Wasco Public Finance Authority

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 – 6:00 pm.

Council Chambers
746 8th Street, Wasco, CA 93280
www.cityofwasco.org

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City of Wasco City Council Meeting Agenda, August 5, 2025 exempt from disclosure under the applicable law. Communications will NOT be edited for redactions and will be printed/posted as submitted.

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ponibilidad.

REGULAR MEETING – 6:00 pm

1) CALL TO ORDER: Mayor

2) ROLL CALL: Mayor Medina, Mayor Pro Tem Saldaña, Council Members: Martinez, Raya, Reyna

3) FLAG SALUTE: by Mayor Medina

4) INVOCATION: by

5) APPROVAL OF AGENDA:

6) PRESENTATIONS:
a. BeWith - Community Calendar Platform

7) PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA:

This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons desiring to address the Council , including the Council acting as the Governing Board for the Successor Agency on any matter not on this agenda over which the Council and Successor Agency have jurisdiction. Speakers are li mited to two (2) minutes. A maximum of Thirty (30) minutes will be allowed for any one subject. Please state your name for the record before making yo
ur presentation.

BROWN ACT REQUIREMENTS: The Brown Act does not allow action or Discussion on items not on the agenda (subject to narrow ex ceptions). This will limit a Councilmember’s response to questions and requests during this comment period. 8) SUCCESSOR AGENCY BUSINESS: None

9) WASCO PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY BUSINESS: None

10) PUBLIC SAFETY REPORTS
a. Kern County Fire Department (Appleton)
b. Wasco Police Department (Fivecoat)

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City of Wasco City Council Meeting Agenda, August 5, 2025 CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS:
11) CONSENT CALENDAR:

The Consent Calendar consists of items that are routine and noncontroversial, in the staff's opinion. These items are approved in one motion unless a Council Member or member of the public requests the removal of a particular item.
a. Receive and File department payments totaling $ 1,008,304.86

b. Approval of City Council Minutes for:

1. July 15, 2025, Regular meeting

2. July 28, 2025, Special meeting

c. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution Amending the Joint Powers Agreement of the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority.

d. Council finds the Ordinance exempt from the CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(B)(2) and (B)(3) and Section 15061; Adopt and Waive the Second Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco amending Title 9 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code, adding Chapter 9.20, Offenses Against Public Decency.

e. Council finds the Ordinance exempt from the CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(B)(2) and (B)(3) and Section 15061; Adopt and Waive the Second Reading of a n Ordinance of the City Council of the City of W asco amending Section

10.36.100 of Chapter 10.36 (Stopping, Standing and Parking) of Title 10 (Vehicles and Traffic) of the City of Wasco Municipal Code to prohibit human -powered vending upon streets, roads and bicycle lanes and finding the Ordinance Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(B)(2) and (B)(3) and Section 15061.

f. Council finds the Ordinance exempt from the CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(B)(2) and (B)(3) and Section 15061; Adopt and Waive the Second Reading of a n Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco amending Section

12.32.020 (Definitions) of Chapter 12.32 (Unlawful Camping in Public Places) of Title 12 (Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places) of the City of Wasco Municipal Code.

g. Council finds the Ordinance exempt from the CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(B)(2) and (B)(3) and Section 15061; Adopt and Waive the Second Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco amending Title 10 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code adding Chapter 10.54, Rotational Towing.

h. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution that Authorizes the City Manager or Designee to Approve the Proposal and Authorize the Purchase Order with West and Associates for Updating the Cross-Connection Control Plan for the City of Wasco in an amount not to exceed $25,000.00.

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City of Wasco City Council Meeting Agenda, August 5, 2025 i. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution authorizing the County of Kern to levy and collect a Special Tax on properties within City of Wasco Community Facilities District No. 2017-01.

j. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the County of Kern to Levy and Collect a Special Tax on P roperties within City of Wasco Community Facilities District No. 2020-01

k. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Wasco Confirming the Assessment for the Levy and Collection of Assessments within Special Tax Assessments within Special Tax Area Zone 2005 -1 within the Wasco Special Police Tax Area Subdivision for Fiscal Year 2025/26.

l. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt the Resolutions of the City Council of the City of Wasco Confirming the Assessment for the Levy and Collection of Assessments within Special Tax Assessments within Special Tax Area Zone 2006 -01, 2006-02, and 2006- 03 within the Wasco Special Police Tax Area Subdivision for Fiscal Year 2025/26.

m. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Wasco Confirming the Assessment for the Levy and Collection of Assessments within Sewer Lift Station District 2008-01 for Fiscal Year 2025/26.

12) PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a. Council finds that this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution Amending the Traffic Impact Fee Rate Schedule pursuant to Chapter 13.24 of the Wasco Municipal Code 02-4269. (Villa)

b. Council finds that this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt the Resolutions Confirming the Diagram and Assessment for the Levy and Col lection of Assessments within Maintenance District No. 1, Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 01 -01, Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 01-02, Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 06-1, and Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District 2017 -1 for Fiscal Year 2025/26. (Villa)
13) DEFERRED BUSINESS: None

14) NEW BUSINESS:
a. Council finds that this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Possible Minute Action to Appoint One Voting Delegate and Two Alternates for the League of California Cities 2025 Annual Conference and Expo held on October 8th -10th, 2025, in Long Beach, California. (Hurlbert)

15) REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES:
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City of Wasco City Council Meeting Agenda, August 5, 2025 a. Kern Economic Development Corporation (Medina)
b. Kern Council of Governments (Reyna)
c. Wasco Task Force (Saldaña and Medina)
16) REPORTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER:
17) REP
ORTS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL:
18) CL
OSED SESSION:
a. Closed Session Minutes for July 15, 2025.
b. CO
NFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION 54956.9 (d)(1) Name of Case: Amerivet Contracting, a California Corporation c. CO
NFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION 54956.9 (d)(1) Name of Case: LEO Towing
19) CLOSED SESSION ACTION:
20) ADJ
OURNMENT:

Th
is is to certify that this agenda was posted at Wasco City Hall on July 30, 2025, on/or before 6:00 p.m. The agenda is also available on the City website at www.cityofwasco.org. ________________________________
Maria O. Martinez, CMC
City Clerk
All agenda item supporting documentation is available for public review o n the city website , www.cityofwasco.org, and the office of the City Clerk of the City of Wasco, 746 8 th Street, Wasco, CA 93280 , during regular business hours, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Monday through Thursday and 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Friday (closed alternate Friday's), following the posting of the agenda. Any supporting documentation related to an agenda item for an open session of any regular meeting that is distributed after the agenda is posted and prior to the meeting will also be available for review at the same location and available at the meeting. Please remember to turn off all cell phones, pagers, or electronic devices during Council meetings.

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WARRANTS AMOUNTS
A070825 14,864.25
A071725 88,392.36
A072325 13,311.61
G070725 70,291.23
G070925 181,892.75
G071025 9,732.2 8
G071425 83,570.22
G071525 480.00
G071625 45,562.87
G072125 102,338.94
G072325 397,868.35 Verified By:

Grand Total 1,008,304.86 City Manager WARRANT VENDOR NAME VENDOR No. INVOICE No. CHECK No. DESCRIPTION AMOUNTS 1 A070825 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 10989338 5612 JUNE 25: PARTICIPANT FEE 215.25 2 A070825 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 FSA 070725 5612 HEALTH CARE FSA 070725 80.75 3 A070825 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 HRA 070725 5612 HEALTH CARE HRA 070725 985.00 4 A070825 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 063025 5612 MEDICAL CHECK RUN 063025 5,414.16 5 A070825 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 070725 5612 MEDICAL CHECK RUN 070725 8,169.09 6 A070825 Total 14,864.25
7 A071725 ANTHEM BLUE CROSS 6062 001937044H 5614 AUG 25: INSURANCE PREMIUM 88,392.36 8 A071725 Total 88,392.36
9 A072325 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 071425 5615 MEDICAL CHECK RUN 071425 10,900.91 10 A072325 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 A1038582 5615 JULY 25:HRA/MERP ADMIN & BROKER FEES 2,150.00 11 A072325 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 FSA 071125 5615 HEALTH CARE FSA 071125 192.31 12 A072325 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 FSA 071825 5615 HEALTH CARE FSA 071825 18.39 13 A072325 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 HRA 071825 5615 HEALTH CARE HRA 071825 50.00 14 A072325 Total 13,311.61
15 G070725 A&P DIESEL/JOHN M. ORTIZ 5387 12400 30714 STREET VEH #79: STATER & IGNITION SWITCH 468.72 16 G070725 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC 4968 17GM-RNW9-FLWF 30715 WEED SPRAY 1,373.79 17 G070725 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC 4968 1PQ7-DCFN-H63L 30715 LAPTOP SCREEN EXTENDER 156.54 18 G070725 BANK UP CORPORATION 4259 677 7 30716 JUNE 25: LOCKBOX PROCESSING 648.72 19 G070725 BSK & ASSOCIATES, INC. 1052 bi01319 30717 WATER QUALITY TESTING LAB SERVICES 2,952.00 20 G070725 BSK & ASSOCIATES, INC. 1052 BI01320 30717 WASTEWATER TESTING LAB SERVICES 1,656.38 21 G070725 CALLTOWER, INC 5098 202625638 30718 PHONE SERVICES 35.10 22 G070725 CESAR MONTES 3127 REIMB CERT 2025 30719 REIMB FOR DRINKING WTR CERTIFICATION 97.93 23 G070725 INFOMART, INC. 4345 1020630 30720 BACKGROUND CHECK JUNE 76.90 24 G070725 MARY VALENTI 5984 062625 30721 PRE-EMPL0YMENT EVALUATION 500.00 25 G070725 OFFICE 1 6328 AR1288404 30722 JUNE COPIER METER READING PD#1 270.73 26 G070725 OFFICE 1 6328 AR1288405 30722 JUNE COPIER METER READING PD#2 120.93 27 G070725 OFFICE 1 6328 AR1288406 30722 JUNE COPIER METER READING FINAN 383.39 28 G070725 OFFICE 1 6328 AR1288407 30722 JUNE COPIER METER READING PLANNING 159.76 29 G070725 OFFICE 1 6328 AR1288408 30722 JUNE COPIER METER READING CITY HALL 215.01 30 G070725 OFFICE 1 6328 AR1288409 30722 JUNE COPIER METER READING PW 227.56 As of July 24th, 2025
Bill Pay
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WARRANT VENDOR NAME VENDOR No. INVOICE No. CHECK No. DESCRIPTION AMOUNTS 31 G070725 PG & E COMPANY 85 2867383297-9 062725 30723 UB 747 G ST WELL #14 33,042.03 32 G070725 PG & E COMPANY 85 440175412-5 062725 30723 UB 1301 J ST NEW WELL #13 7,156.65 33 G070725 READYREFRESH 4027 25F0033487406 30724 5/11/25-6/10/25: AC 5409 7TH ST, PURE LIFE WATER 6.87 34 G070725 READYREFRESH 4027 45D0033487406 30724 4/19/25-5/18/25: AC 5409 7TH ST, PURE LIFE WATER 53.63 35 G070725 READYREFRESH 4027 55D0033487406 30724 5/1/25-5/31/25: AC 5409 7TH ST, PURE LIFE WATER 41.64 36 G070725 SCHROETER, THOMAS F. 2732 JUNE 2025 30725 JUNE 25: LEGAL SERVICES 7,850.00 37 G070725 SOUTHERN TIRE MART LLC 5953 7150024806 30727 POLICE VEH #GENERAL: FIREHAWK PURSUIT, 8 NEW TIRES 1,091.05 38 G070725 THE SHAFTER PRESS/ WASCO TRIBUNE 4787 3794 30726 AD: JOB RECRUITMENT ACCOUNTING MANAGER 84.00 39 G070725 WASTEQUIP, LLC 372 20INV000760922 30728 3YD BIN LOADER W/RIBS, STEEL LIDS, DRAIN PLUG 11,621.90 40 G070725 Total 70,291.23
41 G070925 ADVANTAGE ANSWERING PLUS 2564 000036-929-511 30729 ANSWERING SERVICE 626.45 42 G070925 AFFINITY TRUCK CENTER 405 F013317033:01 30730 RFS VEH #23: CONNECTION PIPE, HOSE KIT, PRESSURE S 235.35 43 G070925 AFFINITY TRUCK CENTER 405 F013317148:01 30730 RFS VEH #23: HOSE 331.27 44 G070925 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC 4968 1CHQ-9QLQ-WX3J 30731 DUSTER CLEANER FOR FINANCE 17.40 45 G070925 COPSPLUS 6097 06846274 30732 PEPPER SPRAY FOR OFFICERS 223.23 46 G070925 COUNTRY AUTO & TRUCK, INC. 3008 751921 30733 RFS VEH #23: NAPA GOLD AIR FILTER, FUEL FILTER, HO 204.84 47 G070925 GARDAWORLD 4266 10821881 30734 JULY 25: ARMORED SRVCS 515.93 48 G070925 GOTO TECHNOLOGIES USA, LLC 6172 IN7103983671 30735 PHONE SERVICES FOR PD 1,049.06 49 G070925 M & S SECURITY SERVICES 4445 123229 30736 Q1- ALARM MNTR -SHOP 135.00 50 G070925 M & S SECURITY SERVICES 4445 123563 30736 ALARM SRVCS CODE CHANGE 20.00 51 G070925 NEW HORIZON COMMUNICATION CORP 6015 3139200 30737 COMMUNICATION SRVCS DISPATCH 1,068.12 52 G070925 TEN WEST ROAD SOLUTIONS, LLC 6333 2025-49385 30738 RFS VEH #19: FUEL & HD TIW-BOBTAIL/STRAIGHT TRUCK 494.88 53 G070925 WASCO RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT 669 REIMB #2 PLAY STRUCT 30739 21008-0: REIMB #2 FOR PARK EQUIPMENT 176,971.22 54 G070925 Total 181,892.75
55 G071025 TRAILERS PLUS 6355 TRPL63-20221 30746 26010-0: TRAILER 9,732.28 56 G071025 Total 9,732.28
57 G071425 AUTOZONE,INC 851 05346931459 30747 POLICE #GENERAL: 55 GAL SYN5W20 811.88 58 G071425 BEST BEST & KRIEGER LLP 4222 1030254 30748 MAY 2025: LEGAL SERVICES 2,365.00 59 G071425 BHT ENGINEERING, INC 5134 WA25-014 30749 573 N F ST- GRADING PLAN CHECK 917.50 60 G071425 CORE & MAIN LP 4704 W902614 30750 FLOMATIC 13"" LAY LENGTH 2,633.33 61 G071425 CORE & MAIN LP 4704 X203757 30750 SEWER REPAIR: 6 PVC SDR35, TSW-6 WYE SADDLE 164.73 62 G071425 COUNTRY AUTO & TRUCK, INC. 3008 751838 30751 POLICE #GENERAL: GOLD AIR/OIL FILTER, FLEET FRONT 721.55 63 G071425 ENTENMANN ROVIN CO 5860 0189056-IN 30752 TT DOME BADGES 227.88 64 G071425 FERGUSON ENTERPRISES INC 1008 0033639 30753 RATCHET VLV WRENCH & AUGER FOR VLV KEY TOOL 1,864.41 65 G071425 FERGUSON ENTERPRISES INC 1008 0035582 30753 MATERIALS FOR SEWER REPAIR 881.79 66 G071425 FERGUSON ENTERPRISES INC 1008 1896822 30753 3/4 MIP PE PJ COUP 426.79 67 G071425 FLOWATER INC 5241 2432566 30754 12 MONTH FILTER CHANGE 649.50 68 G071425 FREEMAN MATHIS & GARRY LLP 5980 9160258463 30755 JUNE 25: LEGAL SERVICES 1,155.00 69 G071425 JOHN KULAR CONSULTING 3734 1610 30756 24008-0: STORMWATER MASTER PLAN 3,788.75 70 G071425 KERN COUNTY SUP. OF SCHOOLS 25 07092025 30757 JUNE 25: SCHOOL FEES 11,286.71 71 G071425 KNIGHT'S SITE SERVICES, INC 1075 0000240093 30758 6/24/25-7/21/25: GREEN WASTE RECYCLING 77.06 72 G071425 LeBeau THELEN LLP 3218 1985.012-16 30759 LEGAL SERVICES 25.00 73 G071425 LeBeau THELEN LLP 3218 1985.014-11 30759 LEGAL SERVICES 1,430.00 74 G071425 LeBeau THELEN LLP 3218 1985.016-1 30759 LEGAL SERVICES 285.00 75 G071425 MASHBURN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES 6354 226450 30760 NON-HAZARDOUS WASTE LIQUID 250.00 76 G071425 MILLER MENDEL, INC 5929 10003 30761 EXPERIAN EMPLOYEMENT FOR APPLICANTS 18.00 77 G071425 MILLER MENDEL, INC 5929 10212 30761 ESOPH OUTBOUND/INBOUND FAXES 7.85 78 G071425 MILLER MENDEL, INC 5929 10646 30761 ESOPH REPORT BREAKDOWN 130.32 79 G071425 PG & E COMPANY 85 8702724701-1 070925 30762 UB AGRICULTURE 1,127.88 80 G071425 PG & E COMPANY 85 5415504019-6 070725 30762 CENTRAL AVE & HWY 46 FLASHING 8.70 81 G071425 PG & E COMPANY 85 4460001408-6 070825 30762 CENTRAL AVE & HWY 46 SIGNAL LIGHTS 154.15 82 G071425 PG & E COMPANY 85 0206784963-4 070125 30762 747 F ST EV CHARGING 1,488.18 83 G071425 PG & E COMPANY 85 2053318492-3 071125 30762 UB SW SW 11 27 24 N/S POSO W/O PALM 2,740.74 84 G071425 PG & E COMPANY 85 5816195239-3 071025 30762 UB MCCOMBS & GRIFFITH WELL #12 42,354.11 85 G071425 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPAN Y 1438 164-935-96817 070825 30763 JUNE CNG FUEL 15.24 86 G071425 THE GAS COMPAN Y 246 08121820008 071125 30765 POLICE STATION 748 F ST 6.48 2 of 5
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WARRANT VENDOR NAME VENDOR No. INVOICE No. CHECK No. DESCRIPTION AMOUNTS 87 G071425 THE GAS COMPAN Y 246 08331820137 071125 30765 COURTHOUSE 757 F ST/801 F ST 23.43 88 G071425 THE GAS COMPAN Y 246 08961820373 071125 30765 CITY YARD F STREET 14.79 89 G071425 THE LAW OFFICES OF YOUNG WOOLDRIGE 4965 124359 30768 JUNE 25: LEGAL SERVICES 110.00 90 G071425 T-MOBILE 4899 964042089 062125 30764 CELL PHONE SRVCS 1,372.13 91 G071425 UNIVERSAL URGENT CARE & OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE INC 5268 EM018503 30766 JUNE POST-OFFER AND DOT PHYSICALS 225.00 92 G071425 VERIZON WIRELESS SERVICE LLC 4237 6116970980 30767 CELL PHONES & IPADS 1,621.82 93 G071425 VERIZON WIRELESS SERVICE LLC 4237 6116970981 30767 CELL PHONES FOR PD 2,189.52 94 G071425 Total 83,570.22
95 G071525 ASPECT ENGINEERING 5829 13241 30786 AMERICAN WATER INFRASTRUCTURE ACT- 3/31-4/8-2025 480.00 96 G071525 Total 480.00
97 G071625 AFLAC 108 704882 30769 JULY 2025: INSURANCE PREMIUM 582.50 98 G071625 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC 4968 193C-XMHY-YJNK 30770 SHEET PROTECTORS FOR PD 15.14 99 G071625 AMERICAN REFUSE INC 183 354746 30771 RECYCLE CART: 801 8TH ST, JULY/AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 99.45 100 G071625 AMERICAN REFUSE INC 183 355467 30771 JULY PYMT: RECYCLE 3Y BIN, 801 8TH ST 125.64 101 G071625 AMERICAN REFUSE INC 183 354747 30771 1ST QTR: 746 8TH ST RECYCLE CART 99.45 102 G071625 AMERICAN REFUSE INC 183 167736001062125 30771 JULY CH INTERNET SRVCS 319.89 103 G071625 AUTOZONE,INC 851 05346937774 30772 WATER VEH #54: CALIPER 242.40 104 G071625 B-LINE SALES INC 6198 48723 30773 PUMP CHEMICAL 3,094.28 105 G071625 COUNTRY AUTO & TRUCK, INC. 3008 751959 30774 POLICE VEH #P004: BATTERY 256.59 106 G071625 COUNTRY AUTO & TRUCK, INC. 3008 751973 30774 RFS VEH #17: TURBO LED LIGHT & BLUE THREADLOCKER 82.67 107 G071625 DLT SOLUTIONS, LLC 576 5319451A 30775 AUTOCAD CIVIL 3D RENEWAL 2,730.79 108 G071625 FED EX 123 8-921-39047 30776 EXPRESS SERVICES 071125 26.82 109 G071625 KAISER FOUNDATION HEALTH PLAN INC 4757 199635769437 30777 AUG 25: INSURANCE PREMIUM 3,280.63 110 G071625 LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE 2269 298022 30778 ERC MEMBERSHIP 070125-063026 2,685.00 111 G071625 M & S SECURITY SERVICES 4445 123662 30779 ALARM SRVCS CODE CHANGE 20.00 112 G071625 PLACER LABS INC. 6356 #INUS03487 30780 LOCATION BASED SERVICES & ANALYTICS 1YR 20,000.00 113 G071625 RICHLAND CHEVROLET COMPAN Y 155 170353 30781 WATER VEH #54: SENSOR 342.88 114 G071625 SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DISTRICT 1198 S183542 30782 9/1/2025-8/31/2026: 364 BHP CUMMINS MODEL NR3 290.00 115 G071625 SPAY NEUTER IMPERATIVE PROJECT CALIFORNIA 5032 25703 30784 23029-0: 7/3/25 DOUBLE CLINIC W/VACCINES 10,000.00 116 G071625 THE SHAFTER PRESS/ WASCO TRIBUNE 4787 3814 30783 JOB RECRUITMENT: TRANSIT COORDINATOR 84.00 117 G071625 UNIVAR USA INC 111 53147611 30785 WELL 11: 11TH & OAK, SOD HYPO 12.5% LIQUICHLOR 1,184.74 118 G071625 Total 45,562.87
119 G072125 ADA GURU 6361 WASC-001 30793 ADA COMPLIANCE PROJECT FOR DAR 14,850.00 120 G072125 AFFINITY TRUCK CENTER 405 F013311203:02 30794 RFS VEH #23: SWITCH 73.40 121 G072125 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC 4968 1DRM-PJRL-63WM 30795 OFFICE SUPPLIES FOR HR 55.22 122 G072125 APPLIED TECHNOLOGY GROUP 905 S-INV105310 30796 20205-2: RADIOS FOR T3 322.06 123 G072125 APPLIED TECHNOLOGY GROUP 905 S-INV105311 30796 20205-1: RADIOS FOR T1, T2, T4 3,496.68 124 G072125 ARROWHEAD FORENSICS 6130 182200 30797 MATERIALS & SUPPLIES FOR EVIDENCE 554.92 125 G072125 BHT ENGINEERING, INC 5134 WA25-015 30798 PLAN CHECK 913 POSO AVE REVIEW #1 1,275.00 126 G072125 BHT ENGINEERING, INC 5134 WA25-016 30798 PLAN CHECK 913 POSO AVE 25800.05 817.50 127 G072125 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS COMMISION 2575 GREEN FEES Q4 2025 30799 GREEN FEES APR-JUN 2025 223.20 128 G072125 CDW-GOVERNMENT, INC. 730 AE6YY8 V 30800 LAPTOP FOR DEPUTY PW 238.79 129 G072125 CDW-GOVERNMENT, INC. 730 AR6TD4G 30800 LAPTOP FOR DEPUTY PW 2,883.23 130 G072125 CDW-GOVERNMENT, INC. 730 AE6TX7 W 30800 MS SURFACE PRO FOR TRANSIT 238.79 131 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 877109 30801 UB 810 8TH ST (LF) 134.38 132 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 877111 30801 UB 801 8TH ST 86.98 133 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 877165 30801 UB 1445 12TH ST (PAL) 100.58 134 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 877592 30801 UB 800 BLK CENTRAL 86.98 135 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 877595 30801 UB 1100 CENTRAL AVE LLMD 312.34 136 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 877597 30801 UB 1500 BLK OF CENTRAL 307.46 137 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 877758 30801 UB 1600 BLK OF DAISY 91.24 138 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 877786 30801 UB 603 E STREET VFW BUILDING 87.42 139 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 877789 30801 UB 764 E STREET (ANNEX) 100.58 140 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 877864 30801 UB 847 F STREET (PW SHOP) 279.82 141 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 877907 30801 UB 1300 BLK FILBURN 378.90 142 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 877914 30801 UB 28704 FILBURN CENTRAL PARK 434.00 3 of 5
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WARRANT VENDOR NAME VENDOR No. INVOICE No. CHECK No. DESCRIPTION AMOUNTS 143 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 878367 30801 UB NW MAPLE/MARGALO LLMD 2006- 86.98 144 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 878368 30802 UB MAPLE/GROMER LLMD 2006-1 86.98 145 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 878423 30802 UB 2700 BLK MONDAVI CT 86.98 146 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 878505 30802 UB 1500 BLOCK OF PALM 86.98 147 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 878520 30802 UB 2100 BLK PALM 86.98 148 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 878522 30802 UB 400 N BLOCK OF PALM LLMD 2006-1 86.98 149 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 878524 30801 UB 1700 BLK OF PALM #A 206.34 150 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 878554 30801 UB 1200 BLK PECAN ST 315.30 151 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 878558 30801 UB PENELOPE LLMD 2006-1 92.70 152 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 878643 30802 UB 1700 BLK POPLAR 86.98 153 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 878644 30802 UB 1700 BLK POPLAR #A 86.98 154 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 878711 30802 UB 2500 BLK OF POSO DR. LLMD6- 86.98 155 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 878715 30801 UB 2700 BLK OF POSO AVE LLMD06 109.03 156 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 878747 30801 UB PALM N. PROSPERITY 2006-1 206.55 157 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 878908 30801 UB 1700 BLK OF MARGALO 313.18 158 G072125 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 879156 30801 UB 1300 BLK OF WILLOW 129.17 159 G072125 CORE & MAIN LP 4704 X318772 30803 STOCK B36 METER BOXES FOR THE REPLACEMENTS AND NEW 1,060.85 160 G072125 COUNTY OF KERN 218 IN0506072 30804 5410 7TH ST WWTP: BUS PLAN SMALL LOW RISK 387.00 161 G072125 DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION 273 SMI FEES APR-JUN 25 30805 SMI FEES APR-JUN 25 62.64 162 G072125 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE 1668 829552 30806 JUNE 25: FINGERPRINTS DOJ 343.00 163 G072125 DIAMOND TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 2724 38339 30807 23025-0: VPN FOR DAR VEHICLES 332.50 164 G072125 DIAMOND TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 2724 38340 30807 BILLING SRVCS: USER ACCT LOCKED 95.00 165 G072125 DIAMOND TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 2724 38341 30807 BILLING SRVCS: SCADA TECH CELLULAR MODEM 237.50 166 G072125 FERGUSON ENTERPRISES INC 1008 0032912 30808 4 & 6 HYMAX 2 REP COUP- 10 OF EACH 7,175.93 167 G072125 GARDAWORLD 4266 20642910 30809 JUNE 25: EXCESSIVE SERVICES 215.82 168 G072125 INTERWEST CONSULTING GROUP, INC. 1571 2022138 30810 JUNE PROFESSIONAL SRVCS MULTI PRJCT 1,979.78 169 G072125 JEFFRIES BROS., INC 140 173894CT 30811 JUNE FUEL SERVICES 23,572.13 170 G072125 JOHN KULAR CONSULTING 3734 1609 30812 24009-0: SEWER MASTER PLAN 7,722.50 171 G072125 KERN PLUMBING & BACK FLOW SERVICES INC 173 16860 30813 TEST BACKFLOW PREVENTER AND ISSUE CERTIFICATE 3,825.00 172 G072125 KERN TURF SUPPLY INC. 188 SI2516133 30814 PARTS FOR IRR 656.81 173 G072125 KMS MECHANICS, INC 6320 52925WMS 30815 RFS VEH #23: SHOP SUPPLIES & LABOR 1,366.49 174 G072125 MASHBURN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES 6354 226449 30816 MATERIAL #GEN: NON-RCRA HAZARDOUS WASTE 250.00 175 G072125 PG & E COMPANY 85 7383005943-9 071525 30817 UB ANNEX PARKING LIGHT 277.12 176 G072125 PG & E COMPANY 85 2114713176-3 071525 30817 UB STREET LIGHT TRACT 7311-4 FILBURN 33.59 177 G072125 PG & E COMPANY 85 2767702756-0 071625 30817 UB 603 PALM AVE 24.64 178 G072125 PG & E COMPANY 85 2991524925-3 071425 30817 UB 810 8TH ST COURTHOUSE 772.99 179 G072125 PG & E COMPANY 85 4739420172-8 070925 30817 UB 2200 PALM AVE 21.88 180 G072125 PG & E COMPANY 85 8365871756-2 071525 30817 UB ANNEX PARKING 14.73 181 G072125 ROBERT HALF 4814 65139046 30818 TEMP SERVICES M.GOMEZ 062725 1,531.80 182 G072125 ROUTEMATCH SOFTWARE, LLC 6033 RMSMA00003442 30819 ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION 060125-053126 9,765.71 183 G072125 SANDOVAL INDUSTRIES LLC 1180 10561 30820 FABRICATE SPACER RING FOR SINGLE SEWER MAN HOLE 719.83 184 G072125 SUPERC AI 6344 1052 30822 COMMUNITY CALENDAR PLATFORM 9,720.00 185 G072125 THE GAS COMPAN Y 246 08207136329 071725 30823 MULTIPLE ADDRESSES 208.51 186 G072125 THE SHAFTER PRESS/ WASCO TRIBUNE 4787 3795 30821 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR VACANCIES 116.73 187 G072125 THE SHAFTER PRESS/ WASCO TRIBUNE 4787 3808 30821 PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE 263.90 188 G072125 Total 102,338.94
189 G072325 ALICIA SANTOS 6362 REIMB OVRPMT LOAN 30824 REIMBURSEMENT FOR OVRPMT LOAN#3107 8.25 190 G072325 AMERICAN REFUSE INC 183 355474 30825 JULY 25: RECYCLE CARTS RESIDENTIAL 46,595.66 191 G072325 AUTOZONE,INC 851 05346935715 30826 WATER VEH #54: BRAKE ROTOR & PADS 338.09 192 G072325 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS 68 167736001062125 30827 CH INTERNET SRVCS 319.89 193 G072325 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS 68 167751301070725 30827 INTERNET SRVCS ANNEX 144.96 194 G072325 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS 68 168679001070725 30827 INTERNET SRVCS PD STATION 204.99 195 G072325 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 882283 30828 UB 810 8TH ST (LF) 23.57 196 G072325 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 882311 30828 UB 603 E STREET VFW BUILDING (LF) 15.82 197 G072325 CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS 1875 882317 30828 UB 764 E STREET (ANNEX) (LF) 86.54 198 G072325 COUNTRY AUTO & TRUCK, INC. 3008 752048 30829 RFS VEH #13: 10 GAL OF HYDRAULIC 140.70 4 of 5
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WARRANT VENDOR NAME VENDOR No. INVOICE No. CHECK No. DESCRIPTION AMOUNTS 199 G072325 COUNTRY AUTO & TRUCK, INC. 3008 752067 30829 RFS VEH #15: 3 NEW BATTERIES 513.97 200 G072325 COUNTRY AUTO & TRUCK, INC. 3008 752068 30829 POLICE VEH #P009: BATTERY 238.59 201 G072325 CUMMINS INC 376 Y8-250760401 30830 RFS VEH #19: COIL, IGNITION KIT, SPARK PLUG 2,314.89 202 G072325 DIAMOND TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 2724 38270MS 30831 JULY MONTHLY MICROSOFT 365 654.00 G072325 DIAMOND TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 2724 38271 30831 MONTHLY JULY SRVCS AGREEMENT 8,360.00 G072325 JIM BURKE FORD LINCOLN 134 E29633 30832 26003-1,-4: 2025 FORD ESCAPE PHEV 29633 38,032.19 G072325 JIM BURKE FORD LINCOLN 134 E55505 30832 26003-3,-4: FORD ESCAPE PHEV 55505 38,524.73 G072325 JIM BURKE FORD LINCOLN 134 E56391 30832 26003-2,-4: FORD ESCAPE PHEV 56391 38,568.03 G072325 KERN COUNTY FIRE DEPT. & OFFICE OF 1264 26-000031 30833 FY25-26 1ST-QTR #602-2021 AGRMNT 184,368.50 G072325 KERN MACHINER Y 4011 101-1259965 30834 WASTE #GEN: JDC-BRAKE PAD & STARTER MOTOR 805.06 G072325 O'REILLY AUTO ENTERPRISES, LLC 4230 4936-262720 30835 POLICE VEH #P014: INT MANIFOLD, HOOK/PIC SET, FUEL 269.30 G072325 O'REILLY AUTO ENTERPRISES, LLC 4230 4936-262870 30835 MANAGEMENT VEH #M3: OIL & AIR FILTER, 5QT MOTOROIL 56.04 G072325 O'REILLY AUTO ENTERPRISES, LLC 4230 4936-262900 30835 POLICE VEH #P012: THERMOSTAT 22.74 G072325 PRINCIPAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPAN Y 5862 1168207-10001 071825 30836 AUG 2025: INSURANCE PREMIUM 12,601.07 G072325 RMS LIFE SAFETY 5994 23-0473 #7 30837 23022-3: CEC CHARGING STATIONS RETENTION 3,989.84 G072325 ROBERT HALF 4814 65163214 30838 TEMP SERVICES M.GOMEZ 070425 1,231.08 G072325 ROBERT HALF 4814 65187635 30838 TEMP SERVICES M.GOMEZ 071125 1,202.88 G072325 SAMSARA INC 5876 310519554113453 30839 VG34 LICENSES (12) 901.64 G072325 SOUTHERN TIRE MART LLC 5953 7150026337 30840 WATER VEH #56: TIRES 2,936.98 G072325 THE HOME DEPOT PRO 5006 872106364 30841 FOAM DISINFECT AND NTLE GLV 437.25 G072325 THE HOME DEPOT PRO 5006 872285937 30841 CLOROX DISINFEC CITRUS 77.68 G072325 TPX COMMUNICATIONS 6123 186111900-0 30842 JULY MICROSOFT SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR PD 945.69 G072325 TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC 1064 045-525736 30843 SYSTEM MGMT SRVCS SUPPORT 081325-081226 9,809.22 G072325 UNIVAR USA INC 111 53160129 30844 WELL 7: 4TH & POPLAR SOD HYPO 12.5% LIQUIDCHLOR 904.71 G072325 UNIVAR USA INC 111 53160130 30844 WELL 8: POSO DR, SOD HYPO 12.5% LIQUIDCHLOR 258.50 G072325 UNIVAR USA INC 111 53160131 30844 WELL 12: MCCOMBS BETW, ANNIN & PALM LIQUIDCHLOR 630.02 G072325 UNIVAR USA INC 111 53160132 30844 WELL 14: 747 G ST, SOD HYPO 12.5% LIQUIDCHLOR 646.22 G072325 USA BLUEBOOK 498 INV00754502 30845 BUFFER PACK, CHESSELL CHART, RETARD GAUGE-DAMPENED 689.06 G072325 Total 397,868.35
Grand Total 1,008,304.86
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City of Wasco City Council Meeting Minutes, July 15, 2025

MINUTES

WASCO CITY COUNCIL
and Successor Agency to the
Former Redevelopment Agency
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Regular Meeting – 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chambers
746 8th Street, Wasco, CA 93280
REGULAR MEETING – 6:00 pm

1) CALL TO ORDER: Mayor
Mayor Medina called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

2) ROLL CALL: Mayor Medina, Mayor Pro Tem Saldaña, Council Members: Martinez, Raya, Reyna
PRESENT: Mayor Medina, Mayor Pro Tem Saldaña, Council Members: Martinez, Raya, Reyna

STAFF PRESENT: City Manager M. Scott Hurlbert, City Attorney Thomas Schroeter, Assistant City Manager Maria Lara, City Clerk Maria O. Martinez, Deputy City Clerk Monica Flores, Public Works Director Luis Villa, Community Development Director Keri Cobb, Police Chief Charles Fivecoat.

3) FLAG SALUTE: by Mayor Medina

4) INVOCATION: observed a moment of silence

5) APPROVAL OF AGENDA:

City Manager Hurlbert informed the city council that a fourth public hearing item for the first reading of an ordinance on the towing rotation had not been posted to the agenda.

The item will be re -advertised, and a special meeting is tentatively planned for July 28, 2025, to consider the item to hold the pu blic hearing. If anyone wants to come and speak during the public comment item on that topic, they will be allowed to do so. They are welcome to come back at the next regular meeting, as well as the special meeting where the council will consider that item.

Motion by Council Member Reyna , seconded by Mayor Medina, to approve the agenda as to form by the following roll call vote:

AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE

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a. UnWired Broadband
Jon Majors, Director of Field Operations, gave a PowerPoint presentation.

7) PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA:

There were no public comments.

Deputy City Clerk Monica Flores mentioned that there are no email comments for this item or any other agenda items.

8) SUCCESSOR AGENCY BUSINESS:
a. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Former Wasco Redevelopment Agency to remove Isarel Perez -Hernandez as Authorizing Signer for all Successor Agency Bank Accounts.

Reso#2025-030

Oral presentation by City Manager Hurlbert.

There were no public comments.

Motion by Director Martinez, seconded by Vice-Chairman Saldaña, to adopt the resolution by the following roll call vote:

AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE

9) WASCO PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY BUSINESS:
a. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Wasco Public Financing Authority to remove Isarel Perez -Hernandez as Authorizing Signers for all Wasco Public Financing Authority Bank Accounts.

Reso#2025-067

Oral presentation by City Manager Hurlbert.

There were no public comments.

Motion by Vice-Chairman Saldaña, seconded by Chairman Medina, to adopt the resolution by the following roll call vote:

AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE

10) PUBLIC SAFETY REPORTS
a. Kern County Fire Department (Appleton)
No reports -Chief Appleton absent
b. Wasco Police Department (Mora)
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11) CONSENT CALENDAR:

b. Approval of City Council Minutes for:

1. April 15, 2025, Regular Meeting

2. July 1, 2025, Regular Meeting

c. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution Approving an Application for Funding and the Execution of a Grant Agreement , Budget Appropriations, and any Amendments thereto for the 2025 Wonderful Company Wonderful Community Grants.

Reso#2025-4234

d. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378, of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution Declaring its Intention to Review the Improvements and Assessments for Wasco Maintenance District No. 1, Wasco Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Districts No. 01 -01, No. 01 -02, No. 06-1, and 2017 -1 for Tax Year 2025 and Authorizing the City Clerk to set the Public Hearing.

Reso#2025-4235

e. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378, of the CEQA Guidelines; Authorize the City Manager or Designee to Sign and Execute a Purchase Order with Bakersfield Well and Pump for Emergency Repairs to Well #8 in the Amount not to Exceed $15,000.00.

PULLED FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION

f. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Approval of Travel and Training Expenses Exceeding $500.00 for Assistant Chief of Police to attend the C alifornia POST Management Course scheduled for August 4-8, 2025, in San Diego, CA.

g. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution to Remove Isarel Perez-Hernandez as an Authorized Signer for all City Bank Accounts.

Reso#2025-4237

h. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager or Designee to enter into a professional services agreement with Koff and Associates for recruitment services for the position of Finance Director and approve a budget amendment to increase the Human Resources division budget for Professional Services by thirty thousand dollars ($30,000.00)
Reso#2025-4238
Agmt#2025-026

There was no conflict of interest for any council members.

Council member Reyna pulled item 11.e. for further clarification. 13 of 154
City of Wasco City Council Meeting Minutes, July 15, 2025 Motion by Council Member Reyna, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Saldaña, to approve the Consent Calendar with separate consideration for item 11.e. by the following roll call vote:

AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE

e. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378, of the CEQA Guidelines; Authorize the City Manager or Designee to Sign and Execute a Purchase Order with Bakersfield Well and Pump for Emergency Re pairs to Well #8 in the Amount not to Exceed $15,000.00.

Reso#2025-4236

Council member Reyna requested clarification on the dollar amounts listed on the staff report.

Motion by Council Member Reyna, seconded by Mayor Medina, to approve item

11.e. by the following roll call vote:

AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE

12) PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a. Council finds th e Ordinance e xempt from the CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(B)(2) and (B)(3) and Section 15061; Introduce and Waive the First Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco amending Title 9 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code, adding Chapter 9.20, Offenses Against Public Decency.

Oral presentation by Community Development Director Cobb.

Mayor Medina opened the public hearing at 6:37 p.m.

Public Comments: None
Mayor Medina closed the public hearing at 6:37 p.m.

Motion by Council Member Reyna, seconded by Mayor Medina, to introduce and waive the first reading of an ordinance by the following roll call vote:

AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE

b. Council finds the Ordinance e xempt from the CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(B)(2) and (B)(3) and Section 15061; Introduce and Waive the First Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco amending Section 10.36.100 of Chapter 10.36 (Stopping, Standing and Parking) of Title 10 (Vehicles and Traffic) 14 of 154
City of Wasco City Council Meeting Minutes, July 15, 2025 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code to Prohibit Human -Powered Vending upon Streets, Roads and Bicycle Lanes.

Oral presentation by Community Development Director Cobb.

Mayor Medina opened the public hearing at 6:39 p.m.

There were no public comments.

Mayor Medina closed the public hearing at 6:39 p.m.

Motion by Council Member Reyna, seconded by Mayor Medina, to introduce and waive the first reading of an ordinance by the following roll call vote:

AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE

c. Council finds the Ordinance exempt from the CEQA Guideline s Sections 15060(B)(2) and (B)(3) and Section 15061; Introduce and Waive the First Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco amending Section 12.32.020 (Definitions) of Chapter 12.32 (Unlawful Camping in Public Places) of Title 12 (Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places) of the City of Wasco Municipal Code. (Cobb)

Oral presentation by Community Development Director Cobb.

Mayor Medina opened the public hearing at 6:46 p.m.

There were no public comments.

Mayor Medina closed the public hearing at 6:47 p.m.

Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Saldaña, seconded by Mayor Medina, to introduce and waive the first reading of an ordinance by the following roll call vote:

AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE

13) DEFERRED BUSINESS: None

14) NEW BUSINESS: None

15) REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES:
a. Kern Economic Development Corporation (Medina)
No reports.
b. Kern Council of Governments (Reyna)
No reports.
c. Wasco Task Force (Saldaña and Medina)
The next event will take place on July 26, 2025, at the new park at 7:00 a.m.

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City of Wasco City Council Meeting Minutes, July 15, 2025 16) REPORTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER:

City Manager Hurlbert updated the city council on the following:
• An adoption event was held on July 3, 2025, with one puppy adopted • The SNIP event will be on August 8, 2025, in front of the Public Works Department at 8:00 a.m.
• The Cooling Center was opened last week, on Friday, July 11th, and Saturday, July 12 th, per the City Council's direction, when the weather is 105 degrees or higher. No one took advantage of the cooling center.
• The West Kern Economic Alliance was held on July 9th at the Wonderful Amenities Center.
• The PAL Open House was on July 10 th. Twenty-five volunteer applications were completed, and additional applications were sent home with families to be filled out.
• The Community Breakfast meeting is scheduled for August 6, 2025, at 7:00 a.m. to be hosted at Independence High Adult Center Facility.
• Save the Date for the Kern EDC Dinner on September 10, 2025. The reservations will be closing soon.

17) REPORTS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL:

Council Member Reyna:
• Attended the food distribution from Food Forward at the Catholic Church, which he collaborated with the Lideres Campesinas to bring to town, and helped over 400 families. Thanked the city staff for the equipment for the event, and the Mayor for his assistance with the event.
• Walked to d istribute the illegal firework door hangers , and w ill continue to distribute the door hangers until they are all gone.

There were no public comments on the closed session items.

Mayor Medina adjourned into closed session at 6:57 p.m. with a five-minute recess.

Mayor Medina adjourned out of closed session at 7:43 p.m.

18) CLOSED SESSION:
a. Closed Session Minutes for July 1, 2025.

b. PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT 54957
Title: Finance Director

c. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION 54956.9 (d)(1) Name of Case: Amerivet Contracting, a California Corporation

d. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION 54956.9 (d)(1) Name of Case: LEO Towing

e. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS 54956.8
Real Property: Portion of APN 487-010-83
City Negotiator: City Manager
Negotiating Party: Assurance Development
Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
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City of Wasco City Council Meeting Minutes, July 15, 2025 19) CLOSED SESSION ACTION:

City Attorney Tom Schroeter reported out.

a. Closed Session Minutes for July 1, 2025.

Motion by Council Member Martinez, seconded by Mayor Medina, to approve the closed session minutes by the following roll call vote:

AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
b. PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT 54957
Title: Finance Director
No reportable action.

c. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION 54956.9 (d)(1) Name of Case: Amerivet Contracting, a California Corporation No reportable action.

d. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION 54956.9 (d)(1) Name of Case: LEO Towing
No reportable action.

Mayor Medina adjourned the meeting at 7:44 p.m.

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Monica Flores, Deputy City Clerk

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Valentin Medina, Mayor

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City of Wasco City Council Special Meeting Minutes, July 28, 2025

MINUTES

WASCO CITY COUNCIL
and Successor Agency to the
Former Redevelopment Agency
Monday, July 28, 2025
Special Meeting – 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chambers
746 8th Street, Wasco, CA 93280
SPECIAL MEETING – 6:00 p.m.

1) CALL TO ORDER: Mayor
Mayor Medina called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.

2) ROLL CALL: Mayor Medina, Mayor Pro Tem Saldaña, Council Members: Martinez, Raya, Reyna
PRESENT: Mayor Medina, Council Members Raya and Council Member Reyna ABSENT: Mayor Pro Tem Saldaña and Council Member Martinez

STAFF PRESENT: Assistant City Manager Maria Lara, City Attorney Thomas Schroeter, City Clerk Maria O. Martinez, Community Development Director Keri Cobb , Chief of Pol ice Fivecoat

3) APPROVAL OF AGENDA:

Motion by Council Member Reyna, seconded by Mayor Medina , to approve the agenda as to form by the following roll call vote:

AYES: MEDINA, RAYA, REYNA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ

4) FLAG SALUTE: led by Mayor Medina

5) NEW BUSINESS:
a. Council finds the Ordinance exempt from the CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(B)(2) and (B)(3) and Section 15061; Hold a Public Hearing, Introduce and Waive the First Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco, amending Title 10 of the City of Wasco Mun icipal Code, adding Chapter 10.54, Rotational Towing. (Cobb)

Oral presentation by Community Development Director Cobb.

Mayor Medina opened the public hearing at 6:05 p.m.

There were no public comments.

Mayor Medina closed the public hearing at 6:05 p.m.

Motion by Council Member Reyna, seconded by Mayor Medina, to introduce and waive the first reading of an ordinance by the following roll call vote:

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City of Wasco City Council Special Meeting Minutes, July 28, 2025 AYES: MEDINA, RAYA, REYNA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ
b. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution Approving an Application for Funding and Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Execute a Grant Agreement, budget appropriations, and any Amendments Thereto for Fiscal Year 2025 Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP) Funding, committing the Necessary Local Match, and stating the Assurance to complete the Griffith Avenue Project. (Lara) Reso#2025-4239

Oral presentation by Assistant City Manager Lara.

There were no public comments.

Motion by Mayor M edina, seconded by Council Member Reyna , to adopt a resolution by the following roll call vote:

AYES: MEDINA, RAYA, REYNA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ

c. Council finds this action is not a “project” defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to designate Interim Monetary Authorities in the Finance Department. (Lara)
Reso#2025-4230

Oral presentation by Assistant City Manager Lara.

There were no public comments.

Motion by Mayor Medina , seconded by Council Member R aya, to adopt a resolution by the following roll call vote:

AYES: MEDINA, RAYA, REYNA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ

6) ADJOURNMENT:

Mayor Medina adjourned the meeting at 6:18 p.m.

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Maria O. Martinez, CMC
City Clerk

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Valentin Medina, Mayor
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.

TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Nancy Vera, Human Resources Manager

DATE: August 5, 2025

SUBJECT: Adopt a Resolution Amending the Joint Powers Agreement of the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority.

Recommendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:
1) Adopt a Resolution Amend ing the Joint Powers Agreement of the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority, and

2) Find that this action is not a project as defined under the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15378, no environmental review is required.

Environmental Review:

The staff has reviewe d the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA guidelines because the proposed activity consists of a gover nmental fiscal/administrative activity which does not result in a physical change in the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is required.

Discussion:

The Central San Joaquin Valley Rick Management Authority (CSJVRMA) is a California Joint Powers Authority created and operated pursuant to California Government Code 6500 et. seq. for the purpose of pooling funds to provide coverage for indemnification and defense and to purchase excess insurance for certain civil claims involving general liability, workers’ compensation, and property damage. The City of Wasco is a member of the CSJVRMA. The CSJVRMA desires to amend the Joint Powers Agreement as set forth in the Agreement dated July 1 , 1994, and as amended July 1, 2025 . The agreement continues to reflect the CSJVRMA’s current practices, legal requirements, and operational needs. Even as last amended in 1994, it meets the legal requirements as set forth in the government code for Joint Powers Authorities. The document has been updated as follows.:

STAFF REPORT
City of Wasco

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• Definitional terms have been defined more clearly.
• Language has been broadened to give leeway in the event the CSJVRMA wants to consider creating or participating in a captive agency. • An addition was made pursuant to Government Code Section 6509 that was not part of the law in 1994 when CSJVRMA last amended the Agreement. The change requires JPAs to designate a member whose restrictions would apply to the operations of the JPA.

A redline version of the Joint Powers Agreement is attached. Also attached are the proposed new Joint Powers Agreement and resolution.

Fiscal Impact:

No fiscal impact.

Attachments:

1. Resolution

2. Joint Powers Agreement
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 -

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO AMENDING THE JOINT

POWERS AGREEMENT OF THE CENTRAL SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY.

WHEREAS, the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority (CSJVRMA) is a California Joint Powers Authority created and operated pursuant to California Government Code 6500 et. seq. for the purpose of pooling funds to provide coverage for indemnification and def ense and to purchase excess insurance for certain civil claims involving general liability, workers’ compensation, and property damage; and, WHEREAS, the City of Wasco is authorized pursuant to California Government Code 990.8 to enter into a Joint Powers Agreement for the purposes described above; and, WHEREAS, the City of Wasco is a member of the CSJVRMA; and, WHEREAS, the Joint Powers Agreement which was created establishing the CSJVRMA allows for amendment of the agreement upon approval by the City Council of two thirds of the members of the CSJVRMA; and,
WHEREAS, the CSJVRMA desires to amend the Joint Powers Agreement as set forth in the Agreement dated July1, 1994, and as amended July 1, 2025, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein.

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

SECTION 1: The City Council hereby approves , subject to final approval, corrections, and legal verbiage acceptable to the City Attorney the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority Joint Powers Agreement, dated July 1, 1994, as amended and restated on July 1, 2025, and in the form as attached hereto, and it is FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager or desingee is authorized and directed to execute such agreement.

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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025 - was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2025, by the following vote:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

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VALENTIN MEDINA
MAYOR of City the Wasco

Attest: _______________

__________________________

MONICA FLORES, CPMC
DEPUTY CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
the Council of the City of Wasco
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CENTRAL SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY

RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT

AS AMENDED JULY 1, 20251994
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CENTRAL SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ARTICLE I ......................................................................................................................................... 3 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................................................... 3

ARTICLE II ........................................................................................................................................ 4 PURPOSES ....................................................................................................................................... 4

ARTICLE III ....................................................................................................................................... 4 CREATION OF JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY ..................................................................................... 4

ARTICLE IV ....................................................................................................................................... 5 PARTIES TO AGREEMENT ................................................................................................................ 5

ARTICLE V ........................................................................................................................................ 5 MEMBERSHIP .................................................................................................................................. 5

ARTICLE VI ....................................................................................................................................... 6 TERM OF AGREEMENT .................................................................................................................... 6

ARTICLE VII ...................................................................................................................................... 6 POWERS OF THE AUTHORITY .......................................................................................................... 6

ARTICLE VIII ..................................................................................................................................... 7 BOARD OF DIRECTORS .................................................................................................................... 7

ARTICLE IX ....................................................................................................................................... 8 BYLAWS AND REGULATIONS ........................................................................................................... 8

ARTICLE X ........................................................................................................................................ 8 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ................................................................................................................. 8

ARTICLE XI ....................................................................................................................................... 9 OFFICERS ......................................................................................................................................... 9

ARTICLE XII ...................................................................................................................................... 9 JOINT PROTECTION PROGRAMS ..................................................................................................... 9

ARTICLE XIII ................................................................................................................................... 10 RESERVE FUNDS ............................................................................................................................ 10

ARTICLE XIV ................................................................................................................................... 10 OPERATING FUND ......................................................................................................................... 10 25 of 154

ARTICLE XV .................................................................................................................................... 10 BUDGET ......................................................................................................................................... 10

ARTICLE XVI ................................................................................................................................... 10 FUNDING AND PROCEDURES FOR CALCULATING ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS ............................. 10

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ARTICLE XVII .................................................................................................................................. 10 RESPONSIBILITIES OF AUTHORITY ................................................................................................ 11

ARTICLE XVIII ................................................................................................................................. 11 RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEMBER CITIES .......................................................................................... 11

ARTICLE XIX ................................................................................................................................... 12 WITHDRAWAL ............................................................................................................................... 12

ARTICLE XX .................................................................................................................................... 12 INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION ...................................................................................................... 12

ARTICLE XXI ................................................................................................................................... 12 CONTINUED LIABILITY ................................................................................................................... 12

ARTICLE XXII .................................................................................................................................. 12 REFUNDS UPON WITHDRAWAL OR INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION ............................................. 12

ARTICLE XXIII ................................................................................................................................. 13 TERMINATION OF AUTHORITY ...................................................................................................... 13

ARTICLE XXIV ................................................................................................................................. 13 AUDIT ............................................................................................................................................ 14

ARTICLE XXV .................................................................................................................................. 14 ARBITRATION ................................................................................................................................ 14

ARTICLE XXVI ................................................................................................................................. 14 BINDING EFFECT OF BYLAWS, MASTER PLAN DOCUMENTS, AND MEMORANDA OF COVERAGE14

ARTICLE XXVII ................................................................................................................................ 14 ENFORCEMENT ............................................................................................................................. 14

ARTICLE XXVIII ............................................................................................................................... 14 AMENDMENTS .............................................................................................................................. 14 26 of 154

ARTICLE XXIX ................................................................................................................................. 15 NOTICES ........................................................................................................................................ 15

ARTICLE XXX .................................................................................................................................. 15 COUNTERPARTS ............................................................................................................................ 15

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AMENDED JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT

FOR INSURANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT PURPOSES

THIS AMENDED AGREEMENT, dated for convenience this 1st day of July, 20251994, made and entered into by, between, and among those Member Cities which become parties to this Agreement by action of their governing boards adopting a resolution agreeing to participate in the joint powers entity created by the terms and conditions of this Agreement;

RECITALS:

WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 6500, et. seq. provides that two or more public agencies may, by agreement, exercise any power common to the contracting parties; and

WHEREAS, California Government Code Sections 990 and 990.4 provide that a local entity may self-insure, purchase insurance through an authorized insurer, purchase insurance through a surplus line broker, or any combination thereof; and

WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 990.8 provides that two or more local public entities, by a joint powers agreement, may provide insurance for any authorized purpose by any one or more of the methods specified in Section 990.4; and

WHEREAS, Article XVI, Section 6, of the California Constitution provides that insurance pooling arrangements under joint exercise of powers agreements shall not be considered the giving or lending of credit as prohibited therein; and

WHEREAS, each of the cities which are parties to this Agreement desires to join together with other cities in order to collectively self-insure or pool their losses and to jointly purchase insurance and administrative services in connection with Joint Protection Programs for said cities; and

WHEREAS, the Tulare-Kings Municipal Risk Management Authority, a public entity, was created by an initial Agreement dated April 1, 1979, among various cities within the Counties of Tulare and Kings; and

WHEREAS, the name of the organization was changed to the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority on July 1, 1981; and

WHEREAS, the initial Agreement was amended on January 1, 1985 and July 1, 1994 by a two-thirds vote of the Member Cities' city councils; and 28 of 154

Joint Powers Agreement Page 2 Amended July 1, 20251994 WHEREAS, said Member Cities have determined that it is again appropriate and in the public interest to make certain technical corrections and additions to this Agreement which will provide clarification and will permit the governing body to meet a minimum of two times a year to conduct that business which only the governing body may act upon; and

WHEREAS, it is therefore necessary to amend said Joint Powers Agreement; and

WHEREAS, said Agreement provides that amendments to the Agreement may be made by a vote of two-thirds (2/3rds) of the Member Cities by resolution of the City Councils of said Cities:

NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the execution of this Agreement by two- thirds (2/3rds) of the Member Cities, each of the Member Cities which are parties hereto does hereby adopt this amended Agreement, dated July 1, 20251994, which concurrently supersedes that certain Agreement creating the Authority, dated April 1, 1979, and all amendments thereto. 29 of 154

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ARTICLE I

DEFINITIONS

The following words, when typed in bold print within the provisions of this Agreement, shall have the following definitions:

"Administrator" shall mean that person or group appointed by the Executive Committee and given responsibility for the management, administration, and operation of the Authority.

“Agreement” shall mean the Joint Powers Agreement creating the Central San J uoaquin Valley Risk Management Authority.

"Authority" shall mean the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority, aka the RMA.

"Board of Directors" or "Board" shall mean the governing body of the Authority.

"Broker" shall mean the insurance broker hired by the Executive Committee to acquire insurance coverage.

"Claims" shall mean demands made against the Authority arising out of occurrences which are claimed to be within one of the Authority's Joint Protection Programs as developed by the Board.

"Deposit Premium" shall mean the annual dollar amount determined by the Board of Directors payable by each Member City for the purpose of self-insurance coverage, excess insurance premiums, and administrative costs, charged for the purpose of carrying out the powers of the Authority. those funds charged for the purpose of self-insured coverage.

"Executive Committee" shall mean the elected officers and the representatives appointed by each region to represent that region.

"Fiscal Year" shall mean the period July 1 to June 30 of each year.

"Insurance" shall mean any commercial insurance coverage.

"Insurance Premium" shall mean those funds charged for the payment of group purchased insurance.

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"Master Plan Document" shall mean the document, formally adopted by the Executive Committeeparticipating Member Cities , containing the provisions setting forth the operations, policies, and provisions of a self-insured or pooled coverage program, which shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. The scope of the program;

2. The procedures to be followed;

3. Who may participate;

4. Any limits or restrictions;

5. How Deposit Premiums are determined;

6. How refunds, if any, are determined;

7. Commitments required by participants; and

8. How the document may be amended.

"Member City" shall mean a city which is an incorporated municipality organized with a council, City Manager/Administrator form of government, which has been approved for participation in the Authority by the Executive Committee in accordance with applicable provisions of the Agreement and the Bylaws, and has signed the Agreement.

"Operating Fund" shall mean the fund established by the Authority for the purpose of paying just demands submitted to the Authority. ;

"Representative" shall mean the person, normally the City Manager/Administrator of the Member City , who has been designated in writing by the Member City to represent and act for and on behalf of the Member City regarding any matter before the Authority's Board or Executive Committee . The Representative must be either: (a) the City Manager/Administrator or (b) a person designated by the City Manager/Administrator who holds a management/organizational position with the Member City and whose responsibilities include all or part of the Member City’s risk management functions (i.e., finance, human resources, claims/losses, insurance, and safety/risk control).

"Self-Insurance" shall mean the process whereby the Authority maintains sufficient reserves to pay all claims and associated expenses of a risk exposurearea without purchasing insurance to cover the risk or a portion of the risk.

ARTICLE II

PURPOSES

The purpose of this Agreement is to provide joint powers common to each Member City for insurance purposes; to pool self-insured claims and losses, to purchase or participate in excess pooling or excess insurance coverage, and to provide related administrative services including risk management, consulting, actuarial services, claims adjusting and legal defense services;and share risks; to implement risk management principles; and to provide for the future inclusion of additional incorporated municipalities desiring to become parties to the Agreement. 31 of 154

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ARTICLE III

CREATION OF JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY

Pursuant to Section 6500, et. seq. of the California Government Code, the Authority is a public entity separate and apart from the parties to this Agreement. Pursuant to Government Code Section 6508.1, the debts, liabilities, and obligations of this joint powers authority shall not constitute debts, liabilities, or obligations of any party to this Agreement.

B. It is the express understanding of all parties that the Authority created originally on or about April 1, 1979, is the same Authority continued under this Agreement, even though some powers and procedures may be changed by this Agreement.

C. The Authority, its Board, officers, membership, and staff shall be governed by this Agreement, the Bylaws, Master Plan Documents , Memoranda of Coverage, and other documents duly adopted by the Authority.

ARTICLE IV

PARTIES TO AGREEMENT

A. Each city which has applied to and been accepted as a member of the Authority is a party to the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement. . Each party to the Agreement shall be bound by this Agreement when two-thirds (2/3rds) of the city councils of the Member Cities have adopted this amended Agreement. . A party to this Agreement certifies that it intends to and does contract with the Authority and with all other Member Cities which have signed this Agreement and, in addition, with each city which may hereafter be added as a party to and may sign this Agreement. . Each city which has or may hereafter sign this Agreement also certifies that the deletion of any city from the Authority by voluntary withdrawal, involuntary termination, or otherwise, shall not affect this Agreement nor each Member City's intent to contract as described above with the then remaining Member Cities.

B. Each city which is a member of the Authority at the time this amended Agreement is adopted by two-thirds (2/3rds) of the Member Cities, certifies that it intends to and does hereby contract with the Authority and with all other current Member Cities , and in addition, with each city which may hereafter be added as a party to and may sign this Agreement.

ARTICLE V

MEMBERSHIP

A. ELIGIBILITY
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To be a member of this Authority, a city must be an incorporated municipality which is characterized by having professional management as typified by a bona fide Council Manager/Administrator form of government and must be approved for participation in the Authority in the manner provided by the Bylaws.

B. NEW MEMBERS

Eligible incorporated municipalities may become a party to this Agreement pursuant to the Bylaws of the Authority.

ARTICLE VI

TERM OF AGREEMENT

This Agreement, as amended, shall become effective when approved by two thirds (2/3rds) of the respective City Councils of the Member Cities . . When effective, this Agreement, as may be amended from time to time, shall continue thereafter until terminated as herein provided. . This Agreement shall become effective as to any new Member City in accordance with the Bylaws and Master Plan Documents of the Authority.

ARTICLE VII

POWERS OF THE AUTHORITY

A. The Authority shall have all of the powers common to Member Cities and all additional powers set forth in Section 6500, et. seq. and Section 989, et. seq. of the Government Code and other applicable law. The Authority shall have all of the rights, immunities, privileges, and defenses afforded each Member City and peculiar to the particular Member City being sued or against which there has been a claim.

Pursuant to and to the extent required by Government Code section 6509, the Authority shall be restricted in the exercise of its powers in the same manner as the City of Ripon is restricted in the exercise of its powers. In the event the City of Ripon shall cease to be a Member of the Authority, then the Authority shall be restricted in the exercise of its powers in the same manner as the City of Madera.

The Authority is hereby authorized to do all acts necessary or appropriate for the exercise of said powers, including, but not limited to any or all of the following:

1. to mMake and enter into contracts;

2. to iIncur debts, liabilities, and obligations, but no debt, liability, or obligation of the Authority is a debt, liability, or obligation of a Member City which is a part of this Agreementexcept as otherwise provided;
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3. to aAssess Member Cities as deemed appropriate for good cause as determined by the Executive Committee;

4. to aAcquire, hold, or dispose of real and personal property;

5. to rReceive contributions and donations of property, funds, services, and other forms of assistance from any sources;

6. to sSue and be sued in its own name;

7. to eEmploy agents and employees;

8. to aAcquire, construct, manage, and maintain buildings;

9. to lLease real or personal property, including propertythat of a Member City; and

10. to exercise all powers necessary and proper to carry out the terms and provisions of this Agreement or otherwise authorized by law.

B. Whenever in this Agreement any consent or approval is required, the same shall not be unreasonably withheld. This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California.

ARTICLE VIII

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

A. STRUCTURE

The Authority shall be governed by a Board composed of one Representative from each Member City, each serving in an individual capacity as a member of the Board. . Each Member City shall appoint one Representative. . Appointments shall be limited to the City Manager/Administrator of each Member City or his/her authorized delegate . . Each Member City shall also appoint one alternate Representative. . The alternate Representative may attend and may participate in any meeting of the Board. . When the regular Representative for whom he/she is an alternate is absent from the meeting, the alternate Representative may vote. . Each Representative serves at the pleasure of the Member City being represented. . Each Representative has one vote as the member of the Board. . Representatives are not entitled to compensation . . However, the Executive Committee may authorize reimbursement for expense incurred by a Representative in connection with his/her duties for the Authority.

B. MEETINGS OF THE BOARD

The Board shall hold at least two meetings each year . . The Executive Committee shall determinefix by resolution the date upon which and the hour and place at which each regular meeting is to be held.

The President may call for a special meeting of the Board in compliance with open meeting laws in the State of California or a majority of the Representatives may call for a special meeting by filing a written request with the Secretary. . The President must then set a date, time, and place for the meeting to be held within 30 days and must make provision for Commented [JW1]: Meetings will continue to
be adopted by the EC, but in a less
formal manner than by resolution.
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Each meeting of the Board, and each meeting of the Executive Committee , including, without limitation, regular, adjourned regular, and special meetings, shall be called, noticed, held, and conducted in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act (Section 54950 et. seq. of the Government Code).

The Authority shall have minutes of regular and special meetings kept . . As soon as possible after each meeting, copies of the minutes shall be forwarded to each Member City.

A majority of the members of the Board is a quorum for the transaction of business . .

However, less than a quorum may adjourn from time to time. . A vote of the majority of a quorum at a meeting is sufficient to take action, unless otherwise specified.

C. POWERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The Board shall provide policy direction for the Executive Committee, the officers, and the Administrator. . The Board may delegate any and all of its authority to the Executive Committee except the following:

1. Amendments toTo change the Bylaws, which requires at least a two-thirds (2/3rds) vote of the Board;

2. To creation ofe any new Joint Protection Program;

3. To termination of ae any Joint Protection Program;

4. To expulsion ofel a Member City;

5. To adoption of an operating budget for the Authority;

6. To change or reviseAmendments to the Authority's Conflict of Interest Code; and

7. To Aauthorization for e the issuance, modification, or defeasance of bonds.

ARTICLE IX

BYLAWS AND REGULATIONS

The Board shall adopt Bylaws and general regulations not inconsistent with State law and this Agreement.

ARTICLE X

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

The Board shall establish an Executive Committee and delegate functions not otherwise reserved to the entire Board. . The Executive Committee shall be appointed, have the powers, and hold meetings as set forth in the Bylaws.

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ARTICLE XI

OFFICERS

The officers of the Authority shall consist of an elected President, First Vice President, and Second Vice President, and an appointed Administrator, Secretary, and Treasurer. . Other offices may be created by the Bylaws, Master Plan Documents, or the Administrator, subject to the approval of the Board or the Executive Committee, as applicable . . All offices shall be filled and have the powers and responsibilities as prescribed in the Bylaws or Master Plan Documents.

The president shall appoint someone other than the treasurer to perform the functions of auditor/controller of the Authority shall be performed by the Authority’s contracted administration firmofficers or employees or in-house staff, or the president may assume these functions as a collateral duty of the presidency. The auditor/controller must be a member of the Board. The Ttreasurer and auditor/controller have the powers, duties, and responsibilities specified in Government Code Section 6505.6 . The Board shall require the treasurer and auditor/controller to file with the Authority an official bond in the amount to be fixed by the Board. The Authority shall pay the cost of bond premiums required by this section. The Authority shall purchase a bond which includes coverage for the duties performed by the Treasurer and the auditor/controller.

ARTICLE XII

JOINT PROTECTION PROGRAMS

A. The Executive Committee may at any time, and from time to time, offer to the Board for adoption such Joint Protection Programs as may be deemed desirable. . All Member Cities shall participate in those mandatory Joint Protection Programs as set forth in the Bylaws. .

All other Joint Protection Programs shall be optional . . The Board shall establish the amount of Deposit Premium, determine the amount of loss reserve contribution, provide for the handling of claims, and otherwise establish the policies and procedures necessary to provide a particular Joint Protection Program for Member Cities.

B. Each Joint Protection Program shall remain separate and distinct from every other Joint Protection Program and the liability and obligations of each program, and its participating Member Cities shall not be a liability or obligation of another program or participating Member City of another program. . A Member City's participation in one program shall not obligate it or its funds on deposit with the Authority, to the debts, obligations, or liabilities of any other program. . Separate accounting shall be maintained for each Joint Protection Program.

ARTICLE XIII

RESERVE FUNDS

The Authority may establish a fund for the purpose of paying the losses and establishing a reserve Commented [JR2]: Staff conformed this
section to reflect current
practices/align with 6505.6.
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to cover the retained portion of losses that may be insured against by the Authority or the Member Cities. . The funds treasurer shall be invested and reinvest the funds in compliance with the Authority's Investment Policy and relevant Sstate laws. and in the same manner as if they were Member City funds.

Refunds shall be made in accordance with the Master Plan Document for each program.

ARTICLE XIV

OPERATING FUND

The Authority shall establish an Operating Fund. The Operating Fund is for the purpose of paying insurance premiums, broker's fees, adjusting fees, consultant and legal fees, and such other items as are appropriate. . Just demands for payment shall be made by warrants in compliance with the adopted budget. . The warrants shall be paid as directed by the Executive Committee. . The Board may establish such other funds as it considers appropriate which shall be maintained and invested in the same manner as the Operating Fund.

ARTICLE XV
BUDGET

The Board shall adopt a budget annually.

ARTICLE XVI

FUNDING AND PROCEDURES FOR CALCULATING

ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS

The provisions for funding and calculating annual contributions shall be as set forth in the Bylaws and the Master Plan Documents for each program.

ARTICLE XVII

RESPONSIBILITIES OF AUTHORITY

The Authority may perform or have performed the following functions in discharging its responsibilities under this Agreement:

1. assist Member Cities in developing their risk management programs ;

2. participate in risk management advisory committees formed by Member Cities;

3. provide loss prevention, safety, and security services;

4. provide all program services as required by program Master Plan Documents ;

5. provide loss analysis control by use of statistical analysis, data processing, and Commented [JR3]: This change is to allow
for the potential formation of a captive
entity, and investment under other state
laws.

Commented [JR4]: The MPD will be amended to
provide for flexibility in the payment
of refunds. Recall board action to
ratify decisions of executive committee
in withholding refund amounts.
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record and file keeping services. . The purpose of this information is to identify high exposure operations and to evaluate proper levels of self-retention and deductibles;

6. conduct risk management audits to review the participation of each Member City in the program; and

7. perform other functions as required by the Board for the purpose of accomplishing the goals of this Agreement.

ARTICLE XVIII

RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEMBER CITIES

The Member Cities have the following responsibilities:

1. pay all financial obligations to the Authority within the time prescribed;

2. appoint an individual to be responsible for coordinating the risk management activities of his/her Member City with the Authority;

3. conduct its operations in a manner which enhances safety and loss control consistent with recommendations by Authority staff;

4. adopt a risk management program ; carry out the duties and responsibilities as assigned or mandated by the Board of Directors and/or the Executive Committee which may include, but are not limited to, adherence to and/or adoption of policies and procedures, support of initiatives deemed necessary for the proper functioning of the Authority, and timely execution of tasks deemed necessary for the operation and governance of the Authority;

5. establish a risk management advisory committee to work with the risk manager of the Authority;

6. maintain an active safety committee;

7. report to the risk manager during the development stages the addition of new programs or the significant reduction or expansion of existing programs;

8. permit and assist the Authority in conducting on-site safety and loss control inspections and/or safety or risk management audits as required by the Board;

9. submit DE3-DPs to the Authority concurrent with the submission dates established by the State of California;

10. submit underwriting information requested by the Authority on a timely basis;

11. provide accurate statistical data concerning the Member City to the Authority when requested;

12. cooperate fully with the Authority in determining the cause of losses and in the settlement of losses;

13. cooperate to the fullest extent with the Authority's Litigation Manager on matters of claims and the conduct of defense of claims; and

14. comply with risk management requirements established under the authority of this Agreement.

ARTICLE XIX
Commented [JW5]: This will be included in
the program master plan document
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WITHDRAWAL

Any Member City, at their sole discretion, may voluntarily withdraw from membership in the Authority only at the end of any fiscal year by notifying the Authority in writing six (6) months prior to the end of any fiscal year, or at any other time which is agreed to by the Board, unless otherwise prohibited in the Master Plan Document of any program. . A notice of withdrawal shall be final and irreversible upon its receipt by the Authority unless the Board authorizes it to be rescinded by the Member City.

ARTICLE XX

INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION

A Member City may be removed from this Agreement by a two-thirds (2/3rds) vote of the Board for non-compliance with any provision of the governing documents . . Such involuntary termination shall proceed in accordance with the provisions set forth in the Bylaws.

ARTICLE XXI

CONTINUED LIABILITY

Upon any withdrawal or involuntary termination of a Member City, the said Member City shall continue to be responsible for any unpaid insurance premiums, deposit premiums, surcharges, administration costs, and claims and for any debts and assessments in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement, the Bylaws, Resolutions, and the Master Plan Documents of Joint Protection Programs in which the Member City has participated.

ARTICLE XXII

REFUNDS UPON WITHDRAWAL OR INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION

A. In the event a Member City withdraws from the Authority or its membership is involuntarily terminated, said Member City shall thereafter be entitled to receive its unobligated share of monies held by the Authority, less any and all amounts owed the Authority whether contingent or not, by the said withdrawing or terminated Member City. . The remainder of any funds held by the Authority for the withdrawing or terminating Member City subject to any retention amount as provided below, shall be the unobligated share and shall be refunded to the Member City and shall be accepted in full settlement and satisfaction against any claims the Member City may have against the Authority. . The Authority shall require that sufficient funds are retained on deposit with the Authority to completely pay any and all unpaid insurance premiums, deposit premiums, surcharges, administration costs, or claims, including any amounts for unreported claims and maturity of claims against said withdrawing or terminating Member City, and the amount to be retained on deposit shall be determined by the Authority. . Any and all rights, entitlements, benefits, and obligations after withdrawal or termination shall be subject to ongoing obligations and responsibilities agreed to by a Member City by agreeing to 39 of 154

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participate in any pooled Joint Protection Programs.

ARTICLE XXIII

TERMINATION OF AUTHORITY

The Authority may be terminated at any time if two-thirds (2/3rds) of the respective city councils of the then-Member Cities adopt a resolution requesting termination of the Authority; provided, however, that this Joint Powers Agreement and the Authority shall continue to exist for the purpose of disposing of all claims, concluding any pending litigations, for the liquidation and distribution of assets, and for all other functions necessary to conclude the affairs of the Authority. . The Board shall take whatever action is necessary or appropriate to cause these ongoing responsibilities to be discharged and to effectively close out the affairs of the Authority. . Upon completion of the liquidation and dissolution of the Authority, the Authority shall pay to each city which was a member of the Authority at the time of termination its pro rata share based on a city's contribution to the Authority, as determined by an independent Certified Public Accountant which has audited the financial records of the Authority, of the remaining assets of the Authority and shall pay to each Member City all monies held by the Authority in the reserve funds of that Member City.

ARTICLE XXIV
AUDIT

A. The Authority shall obtain an annual certified audit of its accounts and financial records which shall be made by a Certified Public Accountant and shall conform to generally accepted auditing standards.
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ARTICLE XXV

ARBITRATION

Any controversy between the parties hereto arising out of this Agreement shall be submitted to arbitration, and such arbitration shall comply with and be governed by the provisions of the California Arbitration Act, Sections 1280 through 1294.2 of the California Code of Civil Procedure.

ARTICLE XXVI

BINDING EFFECT OF BYLAWS, MASTER PLAN DOCUMENTS,

AND MEMORANDA OF COVERAGE

Each party to this Agreement by the execution hereof agrees to be bound by and to comply with all of the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the Bylaws, the Master Plan Documents , Memoranda of Coverage, and any resolution adopted by the Authority, the Board of Directors, or the Executive Committee as they now exist or may hereafter be adopted or amended.

ARTICLE XXVII

ENFORCEMENT

The Authority is hereby granted authority to enforce this Agreement . . In the event action is instituted by the Authority to enforce any term of this Agreement, the Bylaws, or the Master Plan Document of any program against any Member City, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney fees and costs incurred because of said action, in addition to other appropriate relief.

ARTICLE XXVIII

AMENDMENTS

This Agreement may be amended by written resolution approved and signed by two-thirds (2/3rds) of the respective city councils of the Member Cities that are parties to this Agreement . . Upon signature of any amendment by two-thirds (2/3rds) of the Member Cities, any Member City failing or refusing to abide by such amendment may be involuntarily terminated as a party to this Agreement as provided herein.

ARTICLE XXIX

NOTICES

Notices under this Agreement shall be sufficient if delivered to the office of the Clerk or Secretary of the respective jurisdictions.

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ARTICLE XXX

COUNTERPARTS

This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts and shall be as fully effective as though executed in one document.

Dated:

MEMBER CITY

BY:

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JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT

AS AMENDED AND RESTATED

EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2025
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CENTRAL SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (CSJVRMA) ARTICLE I – DEFINITIONS ................................................................................................................. 2 ARTICLE II – PURPOSES ................................................................................................................... 4 ARTICLE III – CREATION OF JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY ................................................................ 4 ARTICLE IV – PARTIES TO AGREEMENT ........................................................................................... 4 ARTICLE V – MEMBERSHIP .............................................................................................................. 5 ARTICLE VI – TERM OF AGREEMENT ............................................................................................... 5 ARTICLE VII – POWERS OF THE AUTHORITY ................................................................................... 5 ARTICLE VIII – BOARD OF DIRECTORS ............................................................................................. 6 ARTICLE IX – BYLAWS AND REGULATIONS ...................................................................................... 7 ARTICLE X – EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ............................................................................................. 7 ARTICLE XI – OFFICERS .................................................................................................................... 8 ARTICLE XII – JOINT PROTECTION PROGRAMS ............................................................................... 8 ARTICLE XIII – RESERVE FUNDS ....................................................................................................... 8 ARTICLE XIV – OPERATING FUND .................................................................................................... 9 ARTICLE XV – BUDGET ..................................................................................................................... 9 ARTICLE XVI – FUNDING AND PROCEDURES FOR CALCULATING ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS ........ 9 ARTICLE XVII – RESPONSIBILITIES OF AUTHORITY .......................................................................... 9 ARTICLE XVIII – RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEMBER CITIES ................................................................ 10 ARTICLE XIX - WITHDRAWAL ......................................................................................................... 10 ARTICLE XX – INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION ................................................................................ 11 ARTICLE XXI – CONTINUED LIABILITY ............................................................................................ 11 44 of 154
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ARTICLE XXII – REFUNDS UPON WITHDRAWAL OR INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION ..................... 11 ARTICLE XXIII – TERMINATION OF AUTHORITY............................................................................. 11 ARTICLE XXIV – AUDIT ................................................................................................................... 12 ARTICLE XXV - ARBITRATION ......................................................................................................... 12 ARTICLE XXVI – BINDING EFFECT OF BYLAWS, MASTER PLAN DOCUMENTS, AND MEMORANDA OF COVERAGE .................................................................................................. 12 ARTICLE XXVII - ENCORCEMENT ................................................................................................... 12 ARTICLE XXVIII - AMENDMENTS ................................................................................................... 13 ARTICLE XXIX - NOTICES ................................................................................................................ 13 ARTICLE XXX - COUNTERPARTS ..................................................................................................... 13 45 of 154

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AMENDED AND RESTATED JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT

FOR INSURANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT PURPOSES

THIS AMENDED AND RESTATED AGREEMENT, dated for convenience this 1st day of July 2025, made and entered into by, between, and among those Member Cities which become parties to this Agreement by action of their governing boards adopting a resolution agreeing to participate in the joint powers entity created by the terms and conditions of this Agreement;

RECITALS:

WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 6500, et. seq. provides that two or more public agencies may, by agreement, exercise any power common to the contracting parties; and

WHEREAS, the name of the organization was changed to the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority on July 1, 1981; and

WHEREAS, the initial Agreement was amended on January 1, 1985, and July 1, 1994, by a two-thirds vote of the Member Cities' city councils; and

WHEREAS, said Member Cities have determined that it is again appropriate and in the public interest to make certain technical corrections and additions to this Agreement which will provide clarification and will permit the governing body to meet a minimum of two times a year to conduct that business which only the governing body may act upon; and 46 of 154

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WHEREAS, said Agreement provides that amendments to the Agreement may be made by a vote of two-thirds (2/3rds) of the Member Cities by resolution of the City Councils of said Cities:

NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the execution of this Agreement by two- thirds (2/3rds) of the Member Cities, each of the Member Cities which are parties hereto does hereby adopt this amended and restated Agreement, dated July 1, 2025, which concurrently supersedes that certain Agreement creating the Authority, dated April 1, 1979, and all amendments thereto.

ARTICLE I

DEFINITIONS

The following words, when typed in bold print within the provisions of this Agreement, shall have the following definitions:

"Administrator" shall mean that person or group appointed by the Executive Committee and given responsibility for the management, administration, and operation of the Authority.

“Agreement” shall mean the Joint Powers Agreement creating the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority.

"Authority" shall mean the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority, aka the RMA.

"Board of Directors" or "Board" shall mean the governing body of the Authority.

"Broker" shall mean the insurance broker hired by the Executive Committee to acquire insurance coverage.

"Claims" shall mean demands made against the Authority arising out of occurrences which are claimed to be within one of the Authority's Joint Protection Programs as developed by the Board.

"Executive Committee" shall mean the elected officers and the representatives appointed by each region to represent that region.
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"Insurance" shall mean any commercial insurance coverage.

"Insurance Premium" shall mean those funds charged for the payment of group purchased insurance.

"Joint Protection Programs" shall mean any program to provide risk sharing or insurance coverage under this Agreement and shall include a determination as to the amount of initial Insurance Premiums and/or Deposit Premiums , a precise allocation plan and formula, and a determination of the amount and type, if any, of excess insurance to be purchased. Included within the term Joint Protection Program is the identification of exposures to accidental loss, the reduction or limitation of losses to Member City properties and from injuries to persons or property caused by the operations of Member Cities and the funding of those risks, together with any other functions appropriate or necessary to the functioning of the Joint Protection Program.

"Master Plan Document" shall mean the document, formally adopted by the Executive Committee, setting forth the operations, policies, and provisions of a self-insured or pooled coverage program, which shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. The scope of the program;

2. The procedures to be followed;

3. Who may participate;

4. Any limits or restrictions;

5. How Deposit Premiums are determined;

6. How refunds, if any, are determined;

7. Commitments required by participants; and

8. How the document may be amended.

"Operating Fund" shall mean the fund established by the Authority for the purpose of paying just demands submitted to the Authority.

"Representative" shall mean the person, designated in writing by the Member City to represent and act for and on behalf of the Member City regarding any matter before the Authority's Board or Executive Committee. The Representative must be either: (a) the City Manager/Administrator or (b) a person designated by the City Manager/Administrator who holds a management/organizational position with the Member City and whose responsibilities include all or part of the Member City’s risk management functions (i.e., finance, human resources, claims/losses, insurance, and safety/risk control).

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ARTICLE II

PURPOSES

The purpose of this Agreement is to provide joint powers common to each Member City for insurance purposes; to pool self-insured claims and losses, to purchase or participate in excess pooling or excess insurance coverage, and to provide related administrative services including risk management, consulting, actuarial services, claims adjusting and legal defense services; to implement risk management principles; and to provide for the future inclusion of additional incorporated municipalities desiring to become parties to the Agreement.

ARTICLE III

CREATION OF JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY

It is the express understanding of all parties that the Authority created originally on or about April 1, 1979, is the same Authority continued under this Agreement, even though some powers and procedures may be changed by this Agreement.

The Authority, its Board, officers, membership, and staff shall be governed by this Agreement, the Bylaws, Master Plan Documents, Memoranda of Coverage, and other documents duly adopted by the Authority.

ARTICLE IV

PARTIES TO AGREEMENT

Each city which has applied to and been accepted as a member of the Authority is a party to the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement. Each party to the Agreement shall be bound by this Agreement when two-thirds (2/3rds) of the city councils of the Member Cities have adopted this amended and restated Agreement. A party to this Agreement certifies that it intends to and does contract with the Authority and with all other Member Cities which have signed this Agreement and, in addition, with each city which may hereafter be added as a party to and may sign this Agreement. Each city which has or may hereafter sign this Agreement also certifies that the deletion of any city from the Authority by voluntary withdrawal, involuntary termination, or otherwise, shall not affect this Agreement nor each Member City's intent to contract as described above with the then remaining Member Cities.
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ARTICLE V

MEMBERSHIP

A. ELIGIBILITY

B. NEW MEMBERS

Eligible incorporated municipalities may become a party to this Agreement pursuant to the Bylaws of the Authority.

ARTICLE VI

TERM OF AGREEMENT

This Agreement, as amended and restated, shall become effective when approved by two thirds (2/3rds) of the respective City Councils of the Member Cities. When effective, this Agreement, as may be amended from time to time, shall continue thereafter until terminated as herein provided.

This Agreement shall become effective as to any new Member City in accordance with the Bylaws and Master Plan Documents of the Authority.

ARTICLE VII

POWERS OF THE AUTHORITY

The Authority is hereby authorized to do all acts necessary or appropriate for the exercise of said powers, including, but not limited to any or all of the following:

1. Make and enter into contracts;
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2. Incur debts, liabilities, and obligations, but no debt, liability, or obligation of the Authority is a debt, liability, or obligation of a Member City except as otherwise provided;

3. Assess Member Cities as deemed appropriate by the Executive Committee;

4. Acquire, hold, or dispose of real and personal property;

5. Receive contributions and donations of property, funds, services, and other forms of assistance from any source;

6. Sue and be sued in its own name;

7. Employ agents and employees;

8. Acquire, construct, manage, and maintain buildings;

9. Lease real or personal property, including property of a Member City; and

10. To exercise all powers necessary and proper to carry out the terms and provisions of this Agreement or otherwise authorized by law.

This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California.

ARTICLE VIII

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

A. STRUCTURE

The Authority shall be governed by a Board composed of one Representative from each Member City , each serving in an individual capacity as a member of the Board. Each Member City shall appoint one Representative. Appointments shall be limited to the City Manager/Administrator of each Member City or his/her authorized delegate. Each Member City shall also appoint one alternate Representative. The alternate Representative may attend and may participate in any meeting of the Board. When the regular Representative for whom he/she is an alternate is absent from the meeting, the alternate Representative may vote. Each Representative serves at the pleasure of the Member City being represented. Each Representative has one vote as the member of the Board.

Representatives are not entitled to compensation. However, the Executive Committee may authorize reimbursement for expense incurred by a Representative in connection with his/her duties for the Authority.

B. MEETINGS OF THE BOARD

The Board shall hold at least two meetings each year. The Executive Committee shall determine the date upon which and the hour and place at which each regular meeting is to be held.

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The Authority shall have minutes of regular and special meetings kept. As soon as possible after each meeting, copies of the minutes shall be forwarded to each Member City.

A majority of the members of the Board is a quorum for the transaction of business.

However, less than a quorum may adjourn from time to time. A vote of the majority of a quorum at a meeting is sufficient to take action, unless otherwise specified.

C. POWERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The Board shall provide policy direction for the Executive Committee, the officers, and the Administrator. The Board may delegate any and all of its authority to the Executive Committee except the following:

1. Amendments to the Bylaws, which requires at least a two-thirds (2/3rds) vote of the Board;

2. Creation of any new Joint Protection Program;

3. Termination of any Joint Protection Program;

4. Expulsion of a Member City;

5. Adoption of an operating budget for the Authority;

6. Amendments to the Authority's Conflict of Interest Code; and

7. Authorization for the issuance, modification, or defeasance of bonds.

ARTICLE IX

BYLAWS AND REGULATIONS

The Board shall adopt Bylaws and general regulations not inconsistent with State law and this Agreement.

ARTICLE X

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

The Board shall establish an Executive Committee and delegate functions not otherwise reserved to the entire Board. The Executive Committee shall be appointed, have the powers, and hold meetings as set forth in the Bylaws.

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ARTICLE XI

OFFICERS

The officers of the Authority shall consist of an elected President, First Vice President, and Second Vice President, and an appointed Administrator, Secretary, and Treasurer. Other offices may be created by the Bylaws, Master Plan Documents, or the Administrator, subject to the approval of the Board or the Executive Committee, as applicable. All offices shall be filled and have the powers and responsibilities as prescribed in the Bylaws or Master Plan Documents.

The functions of auditor/controller of the Authority shall be performed by the Authority’s officers or employees. The Treasurer and auditor/controller have the powers, duties, and responsibilities specified in Government Code Section 6505.6. The Authority shall purchase a bond which includes coverage for the duties performed by the Treasurer and the auditor/controller.

ARTICLE XII

JOINT PROTECTION PROGRAMS

A. The Executive Committee may at any time, and from time to time, offer to the Board for adoption such Joint Protection Programs as may be deemed desirable. All Member Cities shall participate in those mandatory Joint Protection Programs as set forth in the Bylaws.

All other Joint Protection Programs shall be optional. The Board shall establish the amount of Deposit Premium, determine the amount of loss reserve contribution, provide for the handling of claims, and otherwise establish the policies and procedures necessary to provide a particular Joint Protection Program for Member Cities.

B. Each Joint Protection Program shall remain separate and distinct from every other Joint Protection Program and the liability and obligations of each program, and its participating Member Cities shall not be a liability or obligation of another program or participating Member City of another program. A Member City's participation in one program shall not obligate it or its funds on deposit with the Authority, to the debts, obligations, or liabilities of any other program. Separate accounting shall be maintained for each Joint Protection Program.

ARTICLE XIII

RESERVE FUNDS

The Authority may establish a fund for the purpose of paying the losses and establishing a reserve to cover the retained portion of losses that may be insured against by the Authority or the Member Cities. The funds shall be invested in compliance with the Authority's Investment Policy and relevant state laws.

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ARTICLE XIV

OPERATING FUND

The Authority shall establish an Operating Fund. The Operating Fund is for the purpose of paying insurance premiums, broker's fees, adjusting fees, consultant and legal fees, and such other items as are appropriate. Just demands for payment shall be made by warrants in compliance with the adopted budget. The warrants shall be paid as directed by the Executive Committee. The Board may establish such other funds as it considers appropriate which shall be maintained and invested in the same manner as the Operating Fund.

ARTICLE XV
BUDGET

The Board shall adopt a budget annually.

ARTICLE XVI

FUNDING AND PROCEDURES FOR CALCULATING

ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS

The provisions for funding and calculating annual contributions shall be as set forth in the Bylaws and the Master Plan Documents for each program.

ARTICLE XVII

RESPONSIBILITIES OF AUTHORITY

The Authority may perform or have performed the following functions in discharging its responsibilities under this Agreement:

1. Assist Member Cities in developing their risk management programs;

2. Participate in risk management advisory committees formed by Member Cities;

3. Provide loss prevention, safety, and security services;

4. Provide all program services as required by program Master Plan Documents;

5. Provide loss analysis control by use of statistical analysis, data processing, and record and file keeping services. The purpose of this information is to identify high exposure operations and to evaluate proper levels of self-retention and deductibles;

6. Conduct risk management audits to review the participation of each Member City in the program; and

7. Perform other functions as required by the Board for the purpose of accomplishing the goals of this Agreement.
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ARTICLE XVIII

RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEMBER CITIES

The Member Cities have the following responsibilities:

1. Pay all financial obligations to the Authority within the time prescribed;

2. Appoint an individual to be responsible for coordinating the risk management activities of his/her Member City with the Authority;

3. Conduct its operations in a manner which enhances safety and loss control consistent with recommendations by Authority staff;

4. Carry out the duties and responsibilities as assigned or mandated by the Board of Directors and/or the Executive Committee which may include, but are not limited to, adherence to and/or adoption of policies and procedures, support of initiatives deemed necessary for the proper functioning of the Authority, and timely execution of tasks deemed necessary for the operation and governance of the Authority;

5. Report to the risk manager during the development stages the addition of new programs or the significant reduction or expansion of existing programs;

6. Permit and assist the Authority in conducting on-site safety and loss control inspections and/or safety or risk management audits as required by the Board;

7. Submit underwriting information requested by the Authority on a timely basis;

8. Provide accurate statistical data concerning the Member City to the Authority when requested;

9. Cooperate fully with the Authority in determining the cause of losses and in the settlement of losses;

10. Cooperate to the fullest extent with the Authority's Litigation Manager on matters of claims and the conduct of defense of claims; and

11. Comply with risk management requirements established under the authority of this Agreement.

ARTICLE XIX

WITHDRAWAL

Any Member City, at their sole discretion, may voluntarily withdraw from membership in the Authority only at the end of any fiscal year by notifying the Authority in writing six (6) months prior to the end of any fiscal year, or at any other time which is agreed to by the Board, unless otherwise prohibited in the Master Plan Document of any program. A notice of withdrawal shall be final and irreversible upon its receipt by the Authority unless the Board authorizes it to be rescinded by the Member City.
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ARTICLE XX

INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION

A Member City may be removed from this Agreement by a two-thirds (2/3rds) vote of the Board for non-compliance with any provision of the governing documents. Such involuntary termination shall proceed in accordance with the provisions set forth in the Bylaws.

ARTICLE XXI

CONTINUED LIABILITY

ARTICLE XXII

REFUNDS UPON WITHDRAWAL OR INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION

In the event a Member City withdraws from the Authority or its membership is involuntarily terminated, said Member City shall thereafter be entitled to receive its unobligated share of monies held by the Authority, less any and all amounts owed the Authority whether contingent or not, by the said withdrawing or terminated Member City. The remainder of any funds held by the Authority for the withdrawing or terminating Member City subject to any retention amount as provided below, shall be the unobligated share and shall be refunded to the Member City and shall be accepted in full settlement and satisfaction against any claims the Member City may have against the Authority. The Authority shall require that sufficient funds are retained on deposit with the Authority to completely pay any and all unpaid insurance premiums , deposit premiums , surcharges, administration costs, or claims, including any amounts for unreported claims and maturity of claims against said withdrawing or terminating Member City, and the amount to be retained on deposit shall be determined by the Authority. Any and all rights, entitlements, benefits, and obligations after withdrawal or termination shall be subject to ongoing obligations and responsibilities agreed to by a Member City by agreeing to participate in any pooled Joint Protection Programs.

ARTICLE XXIII

TERMINATION OF AUTHORITY

Joint Powers Agreement Page 12 Amended and Restated July 1, 2025 The Board shall take whatever action is necessary or appropriate to cause these ongoing responsibilities to be discharged and to effectively close out the affairs of the Authority. Upon completion of the liquidation and dissolution of the Authority, the Authority shall pay to each city which was a member of the Authority at the time of termination its pro rata share based on a city's contribution to the Authority, as determined by an independent Certified Public Accountant which has audited the financial records of the Authority, of the remaining assets of the Authority and shall pay to each Member City all monies held by the Authority in the reserve funds of that Member City.

ARTICLE XXIV
AUDIT

The Authority shall obtain an annual certified audit of its accounts and financial records which shall be made by a Certified Public Accountant and shall conform to generally accepted auditing standards.

ARTICLE XXV

ARBITRATION

ARTICLE XXVI

BINDING EFFECT OF BYLAWS, MASTER PLAN DOCUMENTS,

AND MEMORANDA OF COVERAGE

ARTICLE XXVII

ENFORCEMENT

The Authority is hereby granted authority to enforce this Agreement. In the event action is instituted by the Authority to enforce any term of this Agreement, the Bylaws, or the Master Plan Document of any program against any Member City , the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney fees and costs incurred because of said action, in addition to other appropriate relief.

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ARTICLE XXVIII

AMENDMENTS

This Agreement may be amended by written resolution approved and signed by two-thirds (2/3rds) of the respective city councils of the Member Cities that are parties to this Agreement. Upon signature of any amendment by two-thirds (2/3rds) of the Member Cities, any Member City failing or refusing to abide by such amendment may be involuntarily terminated as a party to this Agreement as provided herein.

ARTICLE XXIX

NOTICES

Notices under this Agreement shall be sufficient if delivered to the office of the Clerk or Secretary of the respective jurisdictions.

ARTICLE XXX

COUNTERPARTS

This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts and shall be as fully effective as though executed in one document.

Dated:

MEMBER CITY

BY:

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TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Keri Cobb, Community Development Director
Tom Schroeter, City Attorney

DATE: August 5, 2025

SUBJECT: Adopt and Waive the Second Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco amending Title 9 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code, adding Chapter 9.20, Offenses Against Public Decency

Recommendation:

Staff recommends that the City Council:
1) Adopt and waive the second reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco amending Title 9 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code , adding Chapter 9.20, Offenses Against Public Decency; and

2) Find the Ordinance Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(B)(2) and (B)(3) and Section 15061 Environmental Review:

This ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines and is not a project which has the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. The adoption of the Ordinance is therefore not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act review pursuant to Title 14, Chapter 3, Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Code of Regulations.

Discussion:

The proposed amendment to Title 9 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code prohibits public urination or defecation. Previously, the City’s Municipal Code did not address this issue , and both Code Compliance and Law Enforcement have encountered this problem. This is a common provision in local government municipal codes.

Fiscal Impact:

None

Attachments:

1. Proposed Ordinance Amendment

2. Proof of Publication

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ORDINANCE NO. 2025 - _____

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO AMENDING TITLE 9 OF THE CITY OF WASCO MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING CHAPTER 9.20, OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC

DECENCY AND FINDING THE ORDINANCE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTIONS 15060(B)(2) AND (B)(3) AND SECTION 15061

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: AMENDMENT
Title 9 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding Chapter 9.20 that reads as follows:

TITLE 9 PUBLIC PEACE, MORALS AND WELFARE
CHAPTER 9.20

OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC DECENCY

9.20.010 OBSCENE CONDUCT.

It is unlawful for any person to urinate or defecate in any place open to the public view.

SECTION 2: SEVERABILITY
Each of the provisions of this ordinance is severable. If any provision shall be declared to be invalid, the remaining provisions shall not be affected thereby but shall remain in full force and effect.

SECTION 3: CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
This ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines and is not a project which has the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. The adoption of the Ordinance is therefore not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act review pursuant to Title 14, Chapter 3, Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Code of Regulations.

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SECTION 4: EFFECTIVE DATE
The City Clerk is hereby ordered to publish this Ordinance in summary form in accordance with the law, in a newspaper of general circulation in the City. This ordinance shall become effective 30 days from the date of its adoption.

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INTRODUCED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Wasco on the __ day of _____________ 2025.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Wasco on the day ____ of _________, 2025, by the following votes:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

VALENTIN MEDINA
MAYOR of the City of Wasco

Attest: ____________

_________________________
MARIA O. MARTINEZ, CMC
CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk
of the Council of the City of Wasco

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TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Keri Cobb, Community Development Director
Tom Schroeter, City Attorney

DATE: August 5, 2025

SUBJECT: Adopt and Waive the Second Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco amending Section 10.36.100 of Chapter 10.36 (Stopping, Standing and Parking) of Title 10 (Vehicles and Traffic) of the City of Wasco Municipal Code to prohibit human -powered v ending upon streets, roads and bicycle lanes and finding the Ordinance Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(B)(2) and (B)(3) and Section 15061

Recommendation:

Staff recommends that the City Council:
1) Adopt and waive the second reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco amending Section 10.36.100 of Chapter 10.36 (Stopping, Standing and Parking) of Title 10 (Vehicles and Traffic) of the City of Wasco Municipal Code to prohibit human-powered vending upon streets, roads, and bicycle lanes, and

2) Find the Ordinance Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(B)(2) and (B)(3) and Section 15061 Environmental:

This Ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines (Chapter 3 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations) Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3). The Ordinance will not result in direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical changes to the environment. In addition, the Ordinance is not a project as define d in CEQA Guidelines Section 15378 because it has no potential to result in physical changes to the environment, directly or indirectly. Further, if the activity is deemed a project, the City Council finds that this Ordinance is exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the Ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment.

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Discussion:

The proposed amendment to Title 10 (Vehicles and Traffic) of the City’s Municipal Code clarifies and brings internal consistency to the City’s Municipal Code with respect to the City’s prohibition on human powered vending from streets, roads, and bicycle lanes .

Vending from human-powered devices is prohibited in public streets and alleys in Section

5.16.220 (Food Vending Vehicles). Vending from sidewalks from human powered vehicles is permitted pursuant to state law and Chapter 5.40 of the City’s Municipal Code.

The proposed amend ment to Chapter 10.36 (Stopping, Standing and Parking) further clarifies the prohibition of human powered vending in public traveled ways including streets, roads, alleys, and bicycle lanes.

Direct human powered vending from roadways which were designed f or vehic le circulation and parking is a hazardous practice and causes dangerous conflict between vehicles, vendors, and pedestrian customers.

In a recent informational report to the City Council, staff provided general information on the City’s enforcement and educational practices around street vending. Staff will continue to educate and enforce these laws with vendors using human powered vehicles to vend from the City’s streets.

Fiscal Impact:

None

Attachments:

1. Proposed Ordinance Amendment
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ORDINANCE NO. 2025 –

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO AMENDING SECTION 10.36.100 OF CHAPTER 10.36 (STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING) OF TITLE 10 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE CITY OF WASCO

MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROHIBIT HUMAN-POWERED VENDING UPON STREETS,

ROADS AND BICYCLE LANES AND FINDING THE ORDINANCE EXEMPT FROM

THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTIONS 15060(B)(2) AND (B)(3) AND SECTION 15061 THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. FI NDINGS
A. Senate Bill (“SB”) 946, known as the Safe Sidewalk Vending Act (“Act”) (Government Code Section 51036 et seq.), which became effective January 1, 2019, permits local authorities to regulate sidewalk vendors in accordance with the Act.

B. Sidewalk vendors, as defined by Government Code Section 51036, refers to persons who sell food or merchandise from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal - driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack or other nonmotorized conveyance, or from one’s person upon a public sidewalk or other pedestrian path.

C. Chapter 5.40 of the Wasco Municipal Code implements the provisions of the Act.

D. Vehicle Code Section 22455 regulates vending from commercial vehicles throughout the State. Commercial vehicles refer to vehicles that can move on their own power or are “self-propelled”. Vehicle Code Section 22455 allows cities to adopt reasonable time, place and manner restrictions for vending from vehicles upon streets.

E. Chapter 5.16 of the Wasco Municipal Code regulates food vending vehicles and in the City in accordance with Vehicle Code Section 22455.

F. Vendors in the City have been operating human-powered conveyances within vehicle travel lanes and parking lanes , as opposed to sidewalks, thereby falling outside the purview of both the Act and Vehicle Code Section 22455, as well as the City’s laws implementing the same.

G. Such vendors disrupt vehicle circulation networks and pose a danger to themselves and their patrons by operating in locations designated for vehicle travel.

H. The City Council of the City of Wasco finds and determines that v ending from human-powered conveyances upon vehicle travel lanes and parking lanes endangers the health, safety and welfare of vendors, their patrons, and persons operating vehicles and bicycles on Ci ty streets and desires to prohibit such behavior.
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SECTION 2. Section 10.36.100 (Peddlers or vendors – Parking requirements – Permit required when) of Chapter 10.36 (Stopping, Standing and Parking) of Title 10 (Vehicles and Traffic) of the Wasco Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“10.36.100 Pe ddlers or vendors – Parking requirements – Permit required when.

A. No person shall sell food or merchandise from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal- driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized or human-powered conveyance, or from one’s person, upon any road, street, or bicycle lane, as those terms are defined in the Vehicle Code. Violations of this subsection by a person with a valid sidewalk vending permit shall be enforced pursuant to Chapter 5.40 of this Code.

B. No person shall park or stand any vehicle used or intended to be used in the transportation of property for hire on any street while awaiting patronage for such vehicle, without first obtaining a written permit to do so from the legislative body, which permit shall designate the specific location where such vehicle may stand.

C. Whenever any permit is granted under the provisions of this section and a particular location to park or stand is specified therein, no person shall park or stand any vehicle on any location other than as designated in such permit. In the event that the holder of any such permit is convicted in any court of competent jurisdiction for violating any of the provisions of this section, such permit shall be forthwith revoked by the legislative body, upon the filing of the record of such conviction with the legislative body, and no permit shall thereafter be issued to such person until six months have elapsed from the date of such revocation.

SECTION 3. ENV
IRONMENTAL FINDINGS. The City Council of the City of Wasco find that this Ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines (Chapter 3 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations) Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3). The Ordinance will not result in direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical changes to the environment. In addition, the Ordinance is not a project as defined in CEQA Guidelines Section 15378 beca use it has no potential to result in physical changes to the environment, directly or indirectly. Further, if the activity is deemed a project, the City Council finds that this Ordinance is exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the Ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment.

SECTION 4. SEVERA
BILITY. Each of the provisions of this Ordinance is severable. If any provision shall be declared to be invalid, the remaining provisions shall not be affected thereby but shall remain in full force and effect.

SECTION 5. Cert
ification. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same or a summary thereof to be published as required by law. 65 of 154

SECTION 6. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force and effect thirty (30) days from and after the date of its final passage and adoption.

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TRODUCED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Wasco on the __ day of ___, 2025.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Wasco on the ___ day of ___, 2025, by the following votes:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

VALENTIN MEDINA
MAYOR of the City of Wasco

Attest: ________________

_________________________
MARIA O. MARTINEZ, CMC
CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk
of the Council of the City of Wasco

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TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Keri Cobb, Community Development Director
Tom Schroeter, City Attorney

DATE: August 5, 2025

SUBJECT: Adopt and Waive the Second Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco amending Section 12.32.020 (Definitions) of Chapter

12.32 (Unlawful Camping in Public Places) of Title 12 (Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places) of the City of Wasco Municipal Code

Recommendation:

Staff recommends that the City Council:
1) Adopt and waive the second reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco amending Section 12.32.020 (Definitions) of Chapter 12.32 (Unlawful Camping in Public Places) of Title 12 (Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places) of the City of Wasco Municipal Code; and

2) Find the Ordinance Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(B)(2) and (B)(3) and Section 15061.

Environmental review:

This ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(b)(2) and (b)(3) and Section 15061 of the California Environmental Quality Act and is not a project which has the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. The adoption of the Ordinance is therefore not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act review.

Discussion:

The proposed amendment adds to the definition of “Camp Facilities” in Chapter 12.32, Unlawful Camping in Public Places, to include motorhomes, trailers, or campers in addition to tents, huts, and temporary shelters as shown below:

12.32.020 Definitions.

B. “Camp facilities” include, but are not limited to, tents, huts, or temporary shelters, motorhomes, trailers, or campers.

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This amendment clarifies that camping in motorhomes, trailers, or campers on public property is not legal in the City of Wasco.

Fiscal Impact:

None

Attachments:

1. Proposed Ordinance Amendment

2. Proof of Publication

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ORDINANCE NO. 2025 - _____

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO AMENDING SECTION

12.32.020 (DEFINITIONS) OF CHAPTER 12.32 (UNLAWFUL CAMPING IN PUBLIC PLACES) OF

THE CITY OF WASCO MUNICIPAL CODE AND FINDING THE ORDINANCE EXEMPT FROM THE

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTIONS 15060(B)(2) AND (B)(3) AND SECTION 15061

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: AMENDMENT
Section 12.32.020(B) of Chapter 12.32 of Title 12 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:

Chapter 12.32 UNLAWFUL CAMPING IN PUBLIC PLACES

12.32.020 DEFINITIONS.

B. “Camp facilities” include, but are not limited to, tents, huts, tempo rary shelters, motorhomes, trailers or campers.

SECTION 3: CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
This ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(b)(2) and (b)(3) and Section 15061 of the California Environmental Quality Act and is not a project which has the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. The adoption of the Ordinance is therefore not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act review.

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INTRODUCED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Wasco on the __ day of _____________ 2025.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Wasco on the day ____ of _________, 2025, by the following votes:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

VALENTIN MEDINA
MAYOR of the City of Wasco

Attest: _________________

_________________________
MARIA O. MARTINEZ, CMC
CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk
of the Council of the City of Wasco

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TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Keri Cobb, Community Development Director
Tom Schroeter, City Attorney

DATE: August 5, 2025

SUBJECT: Adopt and Waive the Second Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco amending Title 10 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code adding Chapter 10.54, Rotational Towing.

Recommendation:

Staff recommends that the City Council:
1) Adopt and waive the second reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco amending Title 10 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code , adding Chapter 10.54, Rotational Towing, and

2) Find the Ordinance Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(B)(2) and (B)(3) and Section 15061 Environmental Review:

Discussion:

The proposed amendment to Title 10, Vehicles and Traffic of the City’s Municipal Code adds Chapter 10 .54, Rotational Towing. This addition to the City of Wasco’s Municipal code codifies the provisions of the City’s standard rotational towing agreement that the Wasco Police Department uses for rotational towing services.

Rotational towing ordinances are common across California law enforcement agencies, and the provisions of the City’s standard agreement and this ord inance are similar to those of surrounding Kern County Cities.

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Fiscal Impact:

None

Attachments:

1. Proposed Ordinance Amendment
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ORDINANCE NO. 2025 - _____

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO AMENDING TITLE 10 OF THE CITY OF WASCO MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING CHAPTER 10.54 TOWING OF VEHICLES

AND FINDING THE ORDINANCE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTIONS 15060(B)(2) AND (B)(3) AND SECTION 15061

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: Amendment
Title 10 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding Chapter 10.54 that reads as follows:

Chapter 10.54 TOWING OF VEHICLES

10.54.010 Definitions.

For the purposes of this chapter, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings ascribed in this section as follows:
"Business license" means a license issued by the city according to Chapter 5.04 of the municipal code.
"City" means the city of Wasco.
"City manager" means the city manager of the city of Wasco or his or her designee. "Nonconsensual towing service" means towing services provided to the city's police department in situations where vehicle owners are unable to consent to having their vehicle towed, such as in cases of severe accident, where a vehicle is being towed for being illegally parked on public property or towed as a result of a police order. "Police chief" means the chief of police of the city of Wasco or his or her designee. "Police department" means the Wasco police department.
"Rotation list" means the city's list of eligible towing carriers to be used by the police department when assistance is needed to remove abandoned, disabled or impounded vehicles.
"Rules and specifications" means the city's rules and specifications for towing services and vehicle storage facilities promulgated by the police chief. "Tow vehicle" means a motor vehicle which has been altered or designed or equipped for and exclusively used in the business of towing vehicles by means of a crane, tow bar, tow line, dolly or a roll-back carrier or is otherwise used to render 73 of 154

emergency assistance to disabled and other vehicles. "Tow car" and "tow vehicle" are included in this definition.
"Tow vehicle driver" means the driver of an authorized tow vehicle used for towing another motor vehicle.
"Towing carrier," "towing provider" or "tow service" means a towing company or business entity and the owner(s) and/or managing employee(s) of a towing company.

10.54.020 Purpose and intent.

It is the purpose and intent of this chapter to establish towing regulations to govern the provision of nonconsensual towing services to the city's police department, consistent with state and federal laws, as well as the public health, safety and welfare.

A further purpose is to provide a fair and impartial means of distributing police requests for towing services among qualified tow services; and that all tow services provided for the citizens of the city of Wasco are thoroughly checked for safety and cleared of felonious or other problematic criminal backgrounds thus operating in the best interest of the public as well as the interest of the police department.

These regulations are not intended to govern situations where towing has been requested by vehicle owners or private property owners, except as may be permitted by law. Instead, these regulations, along with the rules and specifications to be promulgated by the police chief in conjunction with this chapter, are intended to provide a fair and objective method of selecting towing service providers from among qualified firms to insure that towing providers and drivers selected provide the police department and the public with prompt, safe and comprehensive towing services using the latest in towing technology and vehicle towing and storage safety.

10.54.030 Letter of authorization required.

In order to operate a tow service with referrals from the Wasco police department, a letter of authorization from the chief of police is required. Such letter of authorization is in addition to a city business license. In order to operate any independent tow service in the city of Wasco for personal tow requests, tow companies are required to obtain a Wasco City permit which includes the same standard tow company and driver checks as agencies placed on the tow rotation. This regulation applies only to the operation of tow truck service or tow truck drivers whose principle place of business or employment is within the jurisdiction of the city of Wasco.

10.54.040 Business application process.

Every tow company business intending to provide service within the city of Wasco shall apply and complete a Wasco police department tow service application. Each application for a letter of authorization shall contain the following:

A. General information regarding the towing service business name, legal owner(s) and any other person having financial interest, shared facilities with other tow companies, affiliations with automobile clubs or associations, all parties having a financial interest in the towing service and their prior criminal history;
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B. Completion of the tow operator/driver information for all drivers. Information on all associated employees, owners or agents including full names, dates of birth and California driver's license numbers;
C. Equipment. Submission of a list of vehicles and towing equipment thereof; including license, VIN numbers, rated capacity, or any other vehicle equipment information which may be requested by the reviewing application officer. All tow vehicles must conform to state law standards, and carry appropriate tow truck equipment specified by the truck class. All tow businesses must have State Department of Motor Vehicle motor carrier permits and have certified California Highway Patrol safety net driver/vehicle inspection reports. Tow drivers must be able to obtain Department of Motor Vehicle "pull notices" which verify the driver's record and license classification for operation of a tow vehicle.

D. Communications. Submittal of information pertaining to the type and capabilities of communication equipment and the ability to quickly receive communications from the police department;
E. Business Location. Indication of where the business office and storage yard are located as requested in the storage facilities section of the tow service application.

10.54.050 Minimum requirements.

The following minimum requirements must be met before a letter of authorization is issued:

A. Business Office. The business office must be located inside or within one mile of the Wasco City limits. Provisions must be made to allow twenty-four-hour-a- day, seven-day-a-week contact with the tow service.

B. Storage Yard. The storage yard must be located inside or within one mile of the Wasco City limits, and must be at least five thousand square feet in size. The yard must have the capability of storing a minimum of thirty vehicles. A fence or other approved barrier must surround the yard to prevent unlawful entry, theft or vandalism to the stored vehicles.

C. Building and Zoning Requirements. All towing service buildings, storage lots and accessories thereto must conform to city or county building and zoning requirements.

D. Insurance. Public liability, property damage, fire and theft insurance shall be maintained by the tow service with a copy of such insurance on file with the city clerk. Insurance coverage will be determined by the chief of police to follow current industry standards. The standards will be reviewed yearly and any changes will be forwarded to all licensed tow business by mail.

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occurring as a result of services provided pursuant to the letter of authorization and subsequent provision of service.

E. Responsibility. The towing service shall keep all stored vehicles/contents free from damage, theft or vandalism and shall accept full responsibility for the safekeeping of the vehicle while in the possession of the towing service.

F. Equipment Standards. The towing service will be required to maintain a minimum of two tow vehicles. These vehicles must be equipped as required in California Vehicle Code Sections 27909, 27700, and any other section dealing with tow vehicles.

G. Records. The towing service shall be required to keep and maintain in proper fashion, records pertaining to the towing, storage, release or sales of all vehicles towed by the tow service as well as any other records, procedures or documents required by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

H. Background Check. The owners, operators, employees or agents of the tow service are subject to a check of criminal history, civil actions, and consumer complaints by the Wasco police department. Involved parties of the tow service must be free of any criminal conviction relating to thefts, embezzlements, narcotic's sales or usage. Additionally, a record of civil claims made and substantiated against the tow service for actions arising from the provision of tow services shall be considered as a reason for disqualification.

Applicants for a letter of authorization will be required to sign a waiver allowing the Wasco police department to conduct an inquiry into their respective criminal history records. All approved tow operators will have a city of Wasco tow operator identification card provided for them and must have their I.D. card visible when responding to any tow request by the police department or citizen. No tow operator will be approved to tow any vehicle in the city of Wasco without an authorized tow identification card. All identification cards must be reissued after one year. It is the tow business owners' responsibility to return all identification cards provided by the city of Wasco or be subject to a two hundred fifty dollars loss charge.

I. As the laws concerning tow companies adapts and changes due to advances and public expectations, the application process must be understood to be a fluid process. New laws or expectations may be required of agencies operating within the city of Wasco. Any new changes will be sent out to agencies via certified letter containing the change or requirement with a completion date of when the change is expected to be completed by the tow service.

10.54.060 Rotation of tow referrals.

A. Number of Tow Services in Rotation Schedule. No more than three tow services will be permitted to be on the Wasco police department referral rotation schedule.

B. Rotation Schedule. Each tow service will be placed on a rotation list as developed by the Wasco police department.
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C. Reassignment of tow service due to delay or unavailability. The tow service is required to contact the Wasco police department and advise whenever the anticipated time of arrival of the tow service exceeds twenty minutes. The police department contact will make the determination, based on the facts of the incident, on whether or not a different tow service will be contacted and assigned to perform the tow. If a different tow service is requested, the tow service first contacted will be notified of the change. No charge will be accepted from the tow service first notified.

10.54.070 Transferability.

Each letter of authorization issued pursuant to this chapter is nontransferable. If a tow service sells, transfers title to, assigns, leases or subleases a tow service operating under a letter of authorization, the letter of authorization shall become null and void as of the effective date of transaction. All tow operator identification cards must be returned to the police department.

10.54.080 Fees.

A processing fee of two hundred fifty dollars will be assessed to cover the expense of the police department's inspections, processes, records check and issuance of the letter of authorization. This fee is nonrefundable. The letter of authorization shall remain in full force and effect until it is revoked, suspended or the owner conducts a business transaction as delineated in Section 10.54.070.

10.54.090 Solicitation prohibited.

No tow service member or employee shall solicit any tow job at the scene of an incident without first being contacted by the owner, operator or person in control of a vehicle, or by a member of the Wasco police department.

10.54.100 Revocation or suspension of the letter of authorization.

The chief of police may revoke or suspend the letter of authorization issued pursuant to this chapter if he or she determines the tow service is in violation of any provision of this chapter. Revocation or suspension of the letter of authorization may also be invoked for any action or omission on the part of the tow service or parties thereof, which would tend to create a negative image of the tow service or the city. If the action is deemed insufficient for permanent revocation, the chief of police may opt to suspend the tow company from performing any tow service in the city of Wasco for up to thirty days. Delays in service requests, or continued unavailability of a tow company on the police rotation log may result in suspensions as well.

10.54.110 Appeal.

Any person aggrieved by any decision of the chief of police with respect to the issuance, refusal, rejection or revocation of a letter of authorization required by this chapter, may appeal to the city council within ten days after receipt of notification of such decision by filing a notice of appeal with the city clerk. 77 of 154

10.54.120 Council to set time, place of hearing.

Upon receiving an appeal authorized under Section 10.54.110, the council shall set a time and place for the hearing of such appeal. The time for such appeal shall be within a reasonable time after the filing of the appeal.

10.54.130 Notice of hearing.

The city clerk shall give notice to the person making an appeal in accordance with Section 10.54.100, of the time and place of hearing by having served it personally, or by depositing it in the United States mail.

SECTION 2: Severability

Each of the provisions of this ordinance is severable. If any provision shall be declared to be invalid, the remaining provisions shall not be affected thereby but shall remain in full force and effect.

SECTION 3: California Environmental Quality Act
The City Council of the City of Wasco find that this Ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines (Chapter 3 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations) Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3).

The Ordinance will not result in direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical changes to the environment. In addition, the Ordinance is not a project as defined in CEQA Guidelines Section 15378 because it has no potential to result in physical changes to the environment, directly or indirectly. Further, if the activity is deemed a project, the City Council finds that this Ordinance is exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the Ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment.

SECTION 4: E
ffective Date

The City Clerk is hereby ordered to publish this Ordinance in summary form in accordance with the law, in a newspaper of general circulation in the City. This ordinance shall become effective 30 days from the date of its adoption.

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PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Wasco on the day ____ of _________, 2025, by the following votes:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MARTINEZ, MEDINA, RAYA, REYNA, SALDANA AYES: ________________________________________________________________ NOES: ________________________________________________________________ ABSTAIN: ________________________________________________________________ ABSENT: ________________________________________________________________

Valentin Medina
Mayor of the City of Wasco

Attest:

_________________________
MARIA O. MARTINEZ
CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk
of the Council of the City of Wasco

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TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Luis Villa, Public Works Director

DATE: August 5, 2025

SUBJECT: Adopt a R esolution that Authorizes the City Manager or D esignee to Approve the Proposal and Authorize the Purchase Order with West and Associates for Updating the Cross-Connection Control Plan for the City of Wasco in an amount not to exceed $25,000.00

Recommendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:

1) Adopt a Resolution that Authorizes the City Manager or Designee to Approve the Proposal and Authorize the Purchase Order with West and Associates for Updating the Cross -Connection Control Plan for the City of Wasco in an amount not to exceed $25,000.00; and

Environmental Review:

The staff has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA guidelines because the prop osed activity consists of a governmental fiscal/administrative activity which does not result in a physical change in the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is required.

Discussion:

The city of Wasco, as a public water system, is required to update its cross- connection control plan and submit it to the State Water Resources Control Board. The State Water Board adopted a revised version of the Cross Connection Control Plan Handbook on June 17, 2025, which extended some deadlines and changed some language to align with other pre-existing regulations.

Finalize and

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The main goal of a Cross-Connection Control (CCC) Plan in California is to safeguard the public drinking water supply from contamination by stopping the mixing of unsafe, non- potable substances with the water supply. This is done by identifying and reducing potential cross -connections, which are points where the potable water system could connect to a source of contamination.

A
ttempts were made to gather bids from various consultants, but only West and Associates responded and could meet the tight timeline. The requested amount is an amount not to exceed $25 ,000.00 for the complete plan update, including municipal code revisions.

Fi
scal Impact:

As part of the adopted budget for FY 25/26, funds were allocated for professional services from the water fund for these types of expenses.

A
ttachments:

1. Resolution

2. Proposal
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 -

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO AUTHORIZING THE

CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO APPROVE THE PROPOSAL AND AUTHORIZE THE

PURCHASE ORDER WITH WEST AND ASSOCIATES FOR UPDATING THE CROSS-

CONNECTION CONTROL PLAN FOR THE CITY OF WASCO IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $25,000.00

WHEREAS, the City is seeking professional services for an update to the City's cross-connection control plan; and

WHEREAS, City staff requested proposals from several qualified firms, but only West and Associates were responsive, as attached hereto as Exhibit “A”; and

WHEREAS, the expenses for this plan update will be paid from the water operating budget's professional services account; and

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

SECTION 1: Authorizes the City Manager or designee to approve the proposal and authorize the purchase order with West and Associates.

SECTION 2: Authorizes the City Manager o r designee to make the necessary budget appropriations needed to complete the plan update.

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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 202 5 - was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2025, by the following vote:

C
OUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, MARTINEZ, REYNA, SALDAÑA, RAYA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:
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_____________________

VALENTIN MEDINA,
MAYOR of the City of Wasco
Attest: ___________________
________
______________________

MONICA FLORES, CPMC
DEPUTY CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
The Council of the City of Wasco
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West & Associates Engineering, Inc.  78 Anacapa Court, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610  949.716.7670 | 714. 728.8082  westaeng.com July 14, 2025
Alberto Martinez
Deputy Director of Public Works
City of Wasco
801 8th Street
Wasco, CA 93280
Subject: Proposal for Cross-Connection Control (CCC) Program and Plan Dear Mr. Martinez,
West & Associates , in partnership with John Robinson Consulting, Inc. and T.R. Holliman and Associates, Inc., is pleased to submit our Proposal to prepare the CCC Program and Plan for the City of Wasco (City). Pursuant to AB 1671 in 2017 and AB 1180 in 2019, which established or amended Health and Safety Code CHSC § 116407 and 116555, and Water Code CWC § 13521.2, we understand that the State Water Board adopted standards for backflow protection and CCC through the adoption of a Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook (CCCPH), which became effective July 1, 2024. Prior to AB 1671, 1180, and the adoption of the CCCPH, California’s regulations pertaining to CCC were set forth in regulations in CCR Title 17.1.5.4 (Art. 1 & 2) which were adopted in 1987, with minor revisions in 2000. Subsequently, on August 20, 2024 the City adopted Municipal Code Chapter 8.30, which pertains to the Control of Backflow and Cross-Connections.

CCC Program Updates
The CCCPH provides the basis for regulating the use and management of CCC Programs and Backflow Prevention Assemblies (BPA) in Public Water Systems (PWS), and related requirements for supporting programs and policies. Each PWS is required to protect the public water supply through implementation and enforcement of a CCC Program, either directly or by way of contract or agreement with another party. In accordance with CCCPH Chapter 3.1.3: Program for Public Water System Cross-Connection Control, the CCC Program must consist of the following ten (10) components:

1. Operating rules or ordinances – Each PWS must have operating rules, ordinances, by-laws or a resolution to implement the CCC Program. The PWS must have legal authority to implement corrective actions in the event a water user fails to comply in a timely manner with the PWS’s provisions regarding the installation, inspection, field testing, or maintenance of BPAs required pursuant to Chapter 3.13. Such corrective actions must include the PWS’s ability to perform at least one of the following:
a. Deny or discontinue water service to a water user,
b. Install, inspect, field test, and/or maintain a BPA at a water user’s premises, or c. Otherwise address in a timely manner a failure to comply with the CCC Program.

2. CCC Program Coordinator – The PWS must designate at least one individual involved in the development of and be responsible for the reporting, tracking, and other administration duties of its CCC Program. For PWS with more than 3,000 service connections the CCC Program Coordinator must be a CCC Specialist.

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3. Hazard Assessments – The PWS must survey its service area and conduct hazard assessments per Article 2 of this Chapter that identifies actual or potential cross-connection hazards, degree of hazard, and any backflow protection needed.

4. Backflow Prevention – The PWS must ensure that actual and potential cross -connections are eliminated when possible or controlled by the installation of approved BPAs or Air Gap separation’s consistent with the requirements of the Article 3 of Chapter 3.13.

5. Certified Backflow Prevention Assembly Testers and Certified CCC Specialists – The PWS must ensure all BPA testers and CCC Specialists used are certified per Article 4 of Chapter 3.13.

6. Backflow Prevention Assembly Testing – The PWS must develop and implement a procedure for ensuring all BPAs are field tested, inspected, and maintained and Air Gap separations are inspected and maintained in accordance with CCCPH Chapter 3.3.3.

7. Recordkeeping – The PWS must develop and implement a recordkeeping system in accordance with CCCPH Chapter 3.5.1.

8. Backflow Incident Response, Reporting and Notification – The PWS must develop and implement procedures for investigating and responding to suspected or actual backflow incidents in accordance with Article 5 of Chapter 3.13.

9. Public Outreach and Education – The PWS must implement a CCC Public Outreach and Education Program Element that includes educating staff, customers, and the community about backflow protection and CCC. The PWS may implement this requirement through a variety of methods which may include providing information on CCC and backflow protection in periodic water bill inserts, pamphlet distribution, new customer documentation, email, and consumer confidence reports.

10. Local Entity Coordination – The PWS must coordinate with applicable local entities that are involved in either CCC or public health protection to ensure hazard assessments can be performed, appropriate backflow protection is provided, and provide assistance in the investigation of backflow incidents. Local entities may include but are not limited to plumbing, permitting, or health officials, law enforcement, fire departments, maintenance, and public and private entities.

The CCC Program must be developed in consultation with a CCC Specialist. A PWS must have at least one CCC Specialist as a permanent or contracted employee of the PWS, and that specialist, or their designee, must be able to be contacted “within one hour ”, per the CCCPH. T.R. Holliman and Associates, Inc. staff include a CCC Specialist that will participate in the development of the CCC Program and will sign off on the CCC Plan.

We understand that the City does not have an existing (written) CCC Program in place. As such, the City requires a new CCC Program that will conform to the above ten (10) components.

CCC Plan Updates

Each PWS is required to submit a written CCC Plan to the State Water Board on or before July 1, 2025.

However, the City’s Local District Engineer, has given the City a 2-month extension to submit the CCCMP (September 1, 2025). In accordance with CCCPH Chapter 3.1.4: Plan for Public Water System Cross-Connection Control, the CCC Plan consist of the following thirteen (13) components:

1. A description of how the PWS will achieve and maintain compliance with each requirement in Chapter 3.1.4;
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2. A description of the process, personnel, and timeframes for completing initial and ongoing hazard assessments pursuant to CCCPH section 3.2.1;
a. Although, the CCCPH does not specify an exact completion date for initial hazard assessments for PWSs.

3. A description of the legal authority pursuant to CCCPH section 3.1.3 to implement corrective actions in the event a water user fails to comply in a timely manner with the provisions of the PWS’s CCC Program;

4. A description of the process and timeframes for ensuring each BPA is inspected and field tested, and Air Gap separation is inspected, at a frequency no less than required by Chapter 3.1.4;

5. A description of the process and timeframe for ensuring each non -testable backflow preventer that is under the PWS ownership or administration is installed and maintained according to the California Plumbing Code;

6. A description of the process for ensuring individuals field testing and inspecting BPAs are no less qualified than required by Chapter 3.1.4, including but not limited to confirmation of the individual’s:
a. Certification as a backflow prevention assembly tester, i. To be recognized as a certifying program for backflow assembly testers in California. Due by July 1, 2025.
b. Field test kit or gage equipment accuracy verification, and c. BPA field test result reports;

7. A description of the procedures and timeframes of activities for responding to backflow incidents, including notification of customers, and reporting of backflow incidents pursuant to Chapter

3.5.2;

8. Contact information for CCC Personnel including any CCC Program coordinator and specialist; a. A PWS must have at least one CCC Specialist as a permanent or contracted employee of the PWS, and that specialist, or their designee, must be able to be contacted within one hour.
b. To be recognized as a certifying program for CCC Specialists in California. Due by July 1, 2025.

9. A description of the tracking system that maintains current and relevant information, including:
a. Recordkeeping information required pursuant to Chapter 3.5.1, b. Location and type of each BPA, and
c. Highest threat potential hazard from which a given BPA is protecting the public water system distribution system;

10. For user supervisors, if used, the required information pursuant to Chapter 3.2.2 (f);

11. The corrective actions, including timeframes for the corrective actions, that a PWS will implement when:
a. A cross -connection exists and the BPA installed is not commensurate with the user premises’ hazard or no BPA has been installed, or
b. A BPA needs to be replaced or maintained;

12. A description of the public outreach and education program to comply with Chapter 3.1.3(a)(9); and

13. The procedures for coordination with local entities.

A PWS must ensure its CCC Plan is, at all times, representative of the current operation of its CCC Program. The PWS must make its CCC Plan available to the State Water Board for review upon request. If a PWS makes a substantive revision to its CCC Plan, the PWS must submit the revised CCC Plan to the State Water Board for review.
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SCOPE OF SERVICES

To satisfy the requirements of CHSC § 116407, 116555, Water Code CWC § 13521.2, the CCCPH, and City Municipal Code, we hereby propose to provide the following services:

A. Coordinate with City to Obtain Data
Data includes, but is not limited to: list of Certified Backflow Prevention Assembly Testers and Certified CCC Specialists, records of Backflow Incident Reports, records of Public Outreach, contacts for Local Entities, records of Hazard Assessments, inventory of existing /recent BPAs, records of BPA testing(s), and inventory/details on any pending or planned BPAs (i.e. new developments and/or redevelopments, etc). Conduct a meeting (~2 hours) via Zoom to review the rules set forth by the CCCPH, to allow the City to provide input and decision making, and to ensure all expectations are met.

B. Prepare Update to CCC Program
Review the implementation status of the City’s CCC Program (i.e. existing policies/procedures, existing staff certifications and training , inspection frequency, etc.) and update CCC Program to bring it in line with the new standards, per the CCCPH. This will include Items 1 to 10 of the previous page. The CCC Program will be brought into written form within the CCC Plan (below) and within potential abbreviated/illustrated reference documents

C. Prepare Draft CCC Plan & Supporting Narratives
We will prepare the CCC Plan, based on the updated CCC Program (above), per the CCCPH (Items 1 to 13 on the previous pages. We will utilize templates/forms for the CCC Plan made available by the State Water Board , as available . We will prepare narrative descriptions for numerical d ata.

Figures illustrating CCC scenarios can be extracted from online sources, other similar CCC Plans, and recreated in AutoCAD or PDF editor software. Similarly, forms and tables will be generated and completed.

D. Coordinate with City (Phone or Email) to Verify Draft CCC Plan Email draft CCC Plan to City and conduct email and/or telephone coordination to confirm that the data and narratives accurately reflect the current and projected conditions of the City.

E. Edit Draft CCC Plan (As Necessary) and Submit/Upload to State Water Board Based on feedback from the City, we will revise the contents of the CCC Plan, as necessary. After a quality check, our staff will submit the CCC Plan. We will coordinate with the State Water Board to verify submittal, and that the CCC Plan is complete and submitted properly.

F. Updating Chapter 8.30 of the City’s Municipal Code
Assist the City in updating Chapter 8.30 of the City’s Municipal Code. The CCCMP need not be adopted by the Wasco City Council, only submitted to the State by September 1, and the updated Code must be adopted shortly after the September 1 deadline. We will provide redlines of the City’s Municipal Code in order to bring the City up to date with the CCCPH. We will also help with the City's adoption of the updated code when it comes time , whether that be in providing support material and/or attending the Council Meeting(s).

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FEE ESTIMATE: Our fee for the non-optional services can be broken down into the following Phases:

1. (Tasks A to B) is $10,000.

2. (Tasks C to E) is $10,000.

3. (Tasks F) is $2,800.

Thank you for this opportunity. Please contact me if you have any questions.

Jake Comer, P.E., CA-NV AWWA certified Water Audit Validator West & Associates Engineering, Inc.
(949) 716-7670 Office | (949) 335-2029 Cell
[email protected]
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Luis Villa, Public Works Director

DATE: August 5, 2025

SUBJECT: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the County of Kern to levy and collect a special tax on properties within City of Wasco Community Facilities District No. 2017-01.

Recommendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:
1) Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the County of Kern to levy and collect a special tax within City of Wasco Community Facilities District No. 2017-01; and

2) Find that this action is not a project as defined under the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c) (3), no environmental review is required.

Environmental Review:

The staff has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA guidelines because the proposed activity consists of a governmental fiscal/administrative activity which does not result in a physical change in the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is required.

Discussion:

On July 18, 2017, through Resolution No. 2017 -3211, the City Council approved the establishment of Community Facilities District No. 2017-01 (CFD 2017-01), which allows for the financing of public improvements and services. These services and improvements include streets, sewer systems and other basic infrastructure, police protection, fire protection, ambulance services, schools, parks, libraries, museums, and cultural facilities.

By law, the CFD is also entitled to recover expenses needed to form the CFD and administer the annual special taxes and bonded debt.

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The Special Tax will be secured by recordation of a continuing lien against all non-exempt real property in the District and will be collected in the same manner as ordinary ad valorem property taxes are collected, or in such other manner as may be provided by the City Council, including, without limitation, direct billing of the affected property owner, and shall be subject to the same penalties, procedure, sale and lien priority in case of delinquency as applicable for ad valorem property taxes.

The Maximum Annual Special Tax was established in FY 2017/18 at an amount of $799.30 per parcel. Per the “Rate and Method of Apportionment of Special Tax” section of Resolution No. 2017-3011, this Maximum Annual Special Tax shall be adjusted for inflation annually to account for inflation. The amount of annual adjustment shall be the Consumer Price Index (CPI) pe rcentage increase from April 2024, Los Angeles Area - to April 2025 which is up 2.4% from a year ago. Thus, the tax per parcel for FY 2024/25 is:

Annual Assessment per Lot this past FY 2024/25: $ 959.04 CPI (2.4%): $ 23.02
City of Wasco assessment per lot for FY 2025/26: $ 982.06 Plus, this year Kern County Administration Charge per parcel: $ 0.20 FY 2025/26 Annual Assessment per Lot: $ 982.26

Fiscal Impact:

There are 99 lots being billed for FY 2025/26. The anticipated revenue for FY 2025/26 is therefore $982.26 per lot x 99 lots = $97,243.74.

Attachments:

1. Resolution

2. Exhibit “A”

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 -

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO AUTHORIZING THE

COUNTY OF KERN TO LEVY AND COLLECT A SPECIAL TAX ON PROPERTIES WITHIN CITY OF WASCO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2017-01 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26.

WHEREAS, on Ju ly 18, 2017, the City Council of the City of Wasco created Community Facilities District No. 2017 -01 (CFD 2017-01) with Resolution No. 2017 - 3211; and

WHEREAS, the City Council established an amount to be assessed for all properties, adjusted annually to account for inflation; and

WHEREAS, the City is authorized to assess a Special Tax on all property within the CFD 2017-01 for the fiscal year 2025/26; and

WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to authorize the Kern County Auditor to levy and collect this special tax for FY 2025/26 in Fund 20680 on all lots as shown in Exhibit “A”.

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

SECTION 1. This resolution is in accordance with the Mello -Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 (Government Code §53311-53368.3).

SECTION 2. Authorizes the Kern County Auditor to levy and collect a special tax for FY 2025/26 on all lots within CFD 2017-01 per Exhibit “A”.

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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025- was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2025, by the following vote:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

_____________________________

VALENTIN MEDINA
MAYOR of the City of Wasco

Attest: ___________________

______________________________

MONICA FLORES, CPMC
CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
The Council of the City of Wasco

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EXHIBIT “A”

Annual Assessment per Lot this past FY 2024/25: $ 959.04 CPI (3.9%): $ 23.02
City of Wasco assessment per lot for FY 2025/26: $ 982.06 Plus, this year Kern County Administration Charge per parcel: $ 0.20 FY 2024/25 Annual Assessment per Lot: $ 982.26

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ANNUAL

ASSESSMENT
490-191-01-00-9 1869 Soledad Ave. 1 1 $982.26
490-191-02-00-2 1855 Soledad Ave. 1 2 $982.26
490-191-03-00-5 1841 Soledad Ave. 1 3 $982.26
490-191-04-00-8 1827 Soledad Ave. 1 4 $982.26
490-191-05-00-1 1813 Soledad Ave. 1 5 $982.26
490-191-06-00-4 1799 Soledad Ave. 1 6 $982.26
490-191-07-00-7 1785 Soledad Ave. 1 7 $982.26
490-191-08-00-0 1771 Soledad Ave. 1 8 $982.26
490-191-09-00-3 1757 Soledad Ave. 1 9 $982.26
490-191-10-00-5 1743 Soledad Ave. 1 10 $982.26
490-192-01-00-6 2416 Murrieta Ct. 1 11 $982.26
490-192-02-00-9 2408 Murrieta Ct. 1 12 $982.26
490-192-03-00-2 2400 Murrieta Ct. 1 13 $982.26
490-192-04-00-5 2348 Murrieta Ct. 1 14 $982.26
490-192-05-00-8 2349 Murrieta Ct. 1 15 $982.26
490-192-06-00-1 2401 Murrieta Ct. 1 16 $982.26
490-192-07-00-4 2409 Murrieta Ct. 1 17 $982.26
490-192-08-00-7 2417 Murrieta Ct. 1 18 $982.26
490-192-09-00-0 2416 Temecula Ct. 1 19 $982.26
490-192-10-00-2 2408 Temecula Ct. 1 20 $982.26
490-192-11-00-5 2400 Temecula Ct. 1 21 $982.26
490-192-12-00-8 2348 Temecula Ct. 1 22 $982.26
490-192-13-00-1 2349 Temecula Ct. 1 23 $982.26
490-192-14-00-4 2401 Temecula Ct. 1 24 $982.26
490-192-15-00-7 2409 Temecula Ct. 1 25 $982.26
490-192-16-00-0 2417 Temecula Ct. 1 26 $982.26
490-192-17-00-3 1854 Soledad Ave. 1 27 $982.26
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490-192-18-00-6 1868 Soledad Ave. 1 28 $982.26

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ADDRESS
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LOT
ANNUAL

ASSESSMENT
490-201-01-00-1 1756 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 16 $982.26
490-201-02-00-4 1770 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 17 $982.26
490-201-03-00-7 1784 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 18 $982.26
490-201-04-00-0 1798 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 19 $982.26
490-201-05-00-3 1812 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 20 $982.26
490-201-06-00-6 1826 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 21 $982.26
490-201-07-00-9 1840 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 22 $982.26
490-201-08-00-2 1854 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 23 $982.26
490-201-09-00-5 1868 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 24 $982.26
490-201-10-00-7 2500 Buenaventura St. 2 25 $982.26
490-201-11-00-0 2510 Buenaventura St. 2 26 $982.26
490-202-01-00-8 2501 Buenaventura St. 2 1 $982.26
490-202-02-00-1 2511 Buenaventura St. 2 2 $982.26
490-202-03-00-4 2521 Buenaventura St. 2 3 $982.26
490-202-04-00-7 2531 Buenaventura St. 2 4 $982.26
490-203-01-00-5 1869 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 5 $982.26
490-203-02-00-8 1855 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 6 $982.26
490-203-03-00-1 1841 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 7 $982.26
490-203-04-00-4 1827 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 8 $982.26
490-203-05-00-7 1813 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 9 $982.26
490-203-06-00-0 1799 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 10 $982.26
490-203-07-00-3 1785 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 11 $982.26
490-203-08-00-6 1771 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 12 $982.26
490-203-09-00-9 1757 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 13 $982.26
490-203-10-00-1 1743 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 14 $982.26
490-203-11-00-4 1729 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
2 15 $982.26
490-211-01-00-4 1701 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
3 1 $982.26
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490-211-02-00-7 1715 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
3 2 $982.26
490-212-01-00-1 1742 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
3 3 $982.26
490-212-02-00-4 1728 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
3 4 $982.26
490-212-03-00-7 1714 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
3 5 $982.26
490-212-04-00-0 1704 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
3 6 $982.26
490-212-05-00-3 1700 Laguna Niguel
Ave.
3 7 $982.26
490-212-06-00-6 1715 Soledad Ave. 3 19 $982.26
490-212-07-00-9 1729 Soledad Ave. 3 20 $982.26
490-213-01-00-8 2409 San Ardo St. 3 18 $982.26
490-213-02-00-1 2401 San Ardo St. 3 17 $982.26
490-213-03-00-4 2349 San Ardo St. 3 16 $982.26
490-213-04-00-7 2341 San Ardo St. 3 15 $982.26
490-214-01-00-5 2340 San Ardo St. 3 14 $982.26
490-214-02-00-8 2348 San Ardo St. 3 13 $982.26
490-214-03-00-1 2400 San Ardo St. 3 12 $982.26
490-214-04-00-4 2408 San Ardo St. 3 11 $982.26
490-214-05-00-7 2416 San Ardo St. 3 10 $982.26
490-214-06-00-0 2424 San Ardo St. 3 9 $982.26
490-214-07-00-3 2434 San Ardo St. 3 8 $982.26

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ANNUAL

ASSESSMEN
T
490-221-01-00-7 2334 San Ardo St. 4 1 $982.26
490-221-02-00-0 2324 San Ardo St. 4 2 $982.26
490-221-03-00-3 2314 San Ardo St. 4 3 $982.26
490-221-04-00-6 2300 San Ardo St. 4 4 $982.26
490-221-05-00-9 2236 San Ardo St. 4 5 $982.26
490-221-06-00-2 2224 San Ardo St. 4 6 $982.26
490-221-07-00-5 2216 San Ardo St. 4 7 $982.26
490-222-01-00-4 2130 San Ardo St. 4 8 $982.26
490-222-02-00-7 2120 San Ardo St. 4 9 $982.26
490-222-03-00-0 2110 San Ardo St. 4 10 $982.26
490-222-04-00-3 2100 San Ardo St. 4 11 $982.26
490-222-05-00-6 1700 Bautista Ave. 4 12 $982.26
490-222-06-00-9 1714 Bautista Ave. 4 13 $982.26
490-222-07-00-2 1728 Bautista Ave. 4 14 $982.26
490-222-08-00-5 1742 Bautista Ave. 4 15 $982.26
490-222-09-00-8 1756 Bautista Ave. 4 16 $982.26
490-223-01-00-1 1757 Bautista Ave. 4 17 $982.26
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490-223-02-00-4 1743 Bautista Ave. 4 18 $982.26
490-223-03-00-7 1729 Bautista Ave. 4 19 $982.26
490-223-04-00-0 2101 San Ardo St. 4 20 $982.26
490-223-05-00-3 2111 San Ardo St. 4 21 $982.26
490-223-06-00-6 2217 San Ardo St. 4 22 $982.26
490-223-07-00-9 2225 San Ardo St. 4 23 $982.26
490-223-08-00-2 2237 San Ardo St. 4 24 $982.26
490-223-09-00-5 2301 San Ardo St. 4 25 $982.26
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Luis Villa, Public Works Director

DATE: August 5, 2025

SUBJECT: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the County of Kern to Levy and Collect a Special Tax on Properties within City of Wasco Community Facilities District No. 2020-01.

Recommendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:

1) Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the County of Kern to levy and collect a special tax within City of Wasco Community Facilities District No. 2020-01, and

Environmental Review:

The staff has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA guidelines because the proposed activity consists of a governmental fiscal/administrative activity which does not result in a physical change in the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is required.

Discussion:

On July 20, 2021, through Resolution No. 2021 -3649, the City Council approved the establishment of Community Facilities District No. 2020-01 (CFD 2020-01), which allows for the financing of public improvements and services. These services and improvements include police protection, fire protection, ambulance services, maintenance and lighting of parks, parkways, streets, roads, and open space, flood and storm protection services, including, but not limited to, the operation and maintenance of storm drainage systems, maintenance, including replacement, and operation of any real property or other tangible property with an estimated useful life of five or more years that is owned by the

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City or by another local agency pursuant to an agreement entered into under Government Code Section 53316.2. By law, the CFD is also entitled to recover expenses needed to form the CFD and administer the annual special taxes and bonded debt.

The Maximum Annual Special Tax was established in FY 2022/23 at an amount of $1,060.96 per parcel. Per the “Rate and Method of Apportionment of Special Tax” section of Resolution No. 2021-3649, this Maximum Annual Special Tax shall be adjusted for inflation annually to account for inflation. The amount of annual adjustment shall be the percentage increase from the April 2024 Consumer Price Index (CPI), Los Angeles Area , to April 2025, up 2.4% from a year ago. Thus, the tax per parcel for FY 2025/26 is $1,129.00 including County charge per parcel.

City of Wasco assessment per lot for FY 2024/25: $ 1,129.00 CPI (2.4%): $ 26.45
Plus, this year Kern County Administration Charge per
parcel:
$ 0.20
FY 2024/25 Annual Assessment per Lot: $ 1,129.00

Fiscal Impact:

Tract 7373 Phase 1 was recorded on 10/26/2021, Phase 2 and Phase 3 were recorded on 10/12/2022, and have been included in the CFD. There are 144 lots being billed for FY 2025/26. The anticipated revenue for FY 2024/25 is therefore $1,129.00 per lot x 144 lots = $162,576.00
Attachments:

1. Resolution

2. Exhibit “A”

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 -

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO AUTHORIZING THE

COUNTY OF KERN TO LEVY AND COLLECT A SPECIAL TAX ON PROPERTIES WITHIN CITY OF WASCO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2020-01 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26.

WHEREAS, on Ju ly 20, 2021, the City Council of the City of Wasco created Community Facilities District No. 20 20-01 (CFD 2020-01) with Resolution No. 2021 - 3649; and

WHEREAS, the City Council established an amount to be assessed for all properties, adjusted annually to account for inflation; and

WHEREAS, the City is authorized to assess a Special Tax on all property within the CFD 2020-01 for the fiscal year 2025/26; and

WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to authorize the Kern County Auditor to levy and collect this special tax for FY 2025/26 on all lots as shown in Exhibit “A”.

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

SECTION 1. This resolution is in accordance with the Mello -Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 (Government Code §53311-53368.3).

SECTION 2. Authorizes the Kern County Auditor to levy and collect a special tax for FY 2024/25 on all lots within CFD 2020-01 per Exhibit “A”.

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I HEREBY CERTIFY
that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025- was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on August 103 of 154

5, 2025, by the following vote:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

_____________________________

VALENTIN MEDINA,
MAYOR of the City of Wasco
Attest: ___________________

______________________________

MONICA FLORES, CPMC
DEPUTY CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
The Council of the City of Wasco

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EXHIBIT “A”
City of Wasco assessment per lot for FY 2024/25: $ 1,102.35 CPI (2.4%): $ 26.45
Plus, this year Kern County Administration Charge per parcel: $ 0.20 FY 2025/26 Annual Assessment per Lot: $ 1,129.00

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TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Luis Villa, Public Works Director

DATE: August 5, 2025

SUBJECT: Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Wasco Confirming the Assessment for the Levy and Collection of Assessments within Special Tax Assessments within Special Tax Area Zone 2005-1 within the Wasco Special Police Tax Area Subdivision for Fiscal Year 2025/26.

Recommendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:
1) Adopt a resolution confirming the assessment for the levy and collection of assessments within special tax assessments within special tax area zone 2005 -1 within the Wasco special police tax area subdivision for fiscal year 2025/26; and

Environmental Review:

The staff has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA guidelines because the proposed activity consists of a governmental fiscal/administrative activity which does not result in a physical change in the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is required.

Discussion:

The Police Parcel Tax is a tax on new development designed to pay for the increasing cost of providing police services to the residences of new development. All new subdivisions are required to approve by vote the assessment of this tax.

Wasco Police Service District 2005 -1 was originally established on July 5, 2005, by resolution 2005-2257 with an initial tax rate of $105.00 per parcel. For each subsequent tax year, the rate may be increased by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) factor for the previous year as of March, not to exceed 4%. The CPI for April 2025 was 2.4%, so the tax

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per parcel for FY 2025/26 is at $166.53 per parcel , this amount includes Kern County processing fees.

Annual Assessment per Lot this past FY 2024/25: $166.33 CPI (2.4%): $ 3.99
City of Wasco assessment per lot for FY 2025/26: $170.32 Plus, this year Kern County Administration Charge per parcel: $ 0.20 FY 2025/26 Annual Assessment per Lot: $ 170.52
The calculation is in accordance with Ordinance 2005 -497 of the City of Wasco, which was approved by the voters and is compliant with Proposition 218.

Fiscal Impact:

There are 368 lots being billed for FY 2025/26. The anticipated revenue for FY 2025/26 is therefore $170.52 per lot x 368 lots = $62,751.36
Attachments:

1. Resolution

2. Exhibit “A”

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - _______

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO CONFIRMING THE

ASSESSMENT FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE SPECIAL TAX AREA ZONE 2005-1 WITHIN THE WASCO SPECIAL POLICE TAX AREA SUBDIVISION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26.

WHEREAS, on July 5, 2005, the City Council of the City of Wasco created by resolution 2005-2257 a Special Tax Area Zone 2005 -1 within the Wasco special police tax are a for subdivisions (see Exhibit A, attached); and

WHEREAS, the amounts of the special tax proposed to be levied on the parcels identified in the Fund Number 20668 District Maintenance Information Report for the special tax area zone for fiscal year 2025/26 are appropriate and necessary to continue to provide the current level of police and safety services within the tax area zone; and

WHEREAS, Resolution 2005-2257 was adopted in compliance with the applicable provisions of the California Government Code, commencing with Section 53970, authorizing local governments to levy special taxes to defray certain expenses related to the provision of police and fire services; and

WHEREAS, as required by the applicable provisions of the Government Code, the levy of the Special Tax was authorized by at least 2/3 of the voters within the Special Tax Area Zone; and

WHEREAS, Article XIII C, Section 2(d) of the California Constitution provides that “no local government may impose, extend or increase any special tax unless and until such tax is submitted to the electorate and approved by a 2/3 vote” and further provides that a “special tax shall not be deemed to have been increased if it is impos ed a rate no higher than the maximum rate so approved”; and

WHEREAS, in connection with the establishment of Special Tax Area Zone 2005-1, the voters approved the Special Tax to be levied and the amount of the Special Tax being levied is no higher than the amount approved by the voters; and

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Wasco has determined that it is necessary and appropriate that the Special Tax be confirmed and that the City request the County Recorder of Kern County to record the annual not ice of special tax lien levied and collected on real property within Special Tax Area Zone 2005-1 for fiscal year 2025/26 for the purpose of maintaining and police and safety services within the tax area zone.

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

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SECTION 1. Findings. The City Co uncil finds that (a) the special tax to be levied on parcels within the Special Tax Area Zone for fiscal year 2025/26 for police and safety costs as outlined in the Fund Number 20668 District Maintenance Information Report, are based upon the proportionate service provided to each such parcel which has been determined in relationship to the entirety of the cost of providing police and safety services; and (b) no assessment will be imposed on any parcel which exceeds the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on that parcel; and (c) the Special Tax being imposed is not higher than the amount approved by the voters and is therefore in compliance with the provisions of the Constitution governing the levy of special taxes.

SECTION 2. Confirmation and Levy of Special Tax . The special tax in the amount specified in Fund Number 20668 District Maintenance Information Report is hereby confirmed as originally proposed.

SECTION 3. Fi ling. The City Clerk is directed to file the special tax as contained in the Report, or a certified copy thereof, with the County Auditor. Upon filing of the diagram and special tax levy , the County Auditor shall enter on the County assessment roll opposite each lot or parcel of land the amount levied thereupon, as shown in the report.

SECTION 4. E ffect. The amount of special taxes for each parcel shall constitute a lien on such property, in accordance with Revenue and Taxation Code Section 2187, and shall have the same effect as an ad valorem real property tax lien until fully paid.

SECTION 5. C ollection. The special taxes on each parcel shall be billed on the secured roll tax bills of ad valorem property taxes and are to be collected in the same way Kern County collects secured roll ad valorem property taxes.

In
sofar as feasible and insofar as not inconsistent with this Ordinance, the times and procedure regarding exceptions, due dates, installment payments, corrections, cancellations, refunds, late payments, penalties, liens, and collections for secured roll ad valorem property taxes shall be applicable to the collection of this tax. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in the foregoing, as to this tax:

(i) The secured roll tax bills shall be the only notices required for this tax; and

(ii) The homeowners and veteran’s exemptions shall not be applicable because such exemptions are determined by the dollar amount of value.

SECTION 6. C
osts of Administration by County of Kern. The reasonable costs incurred by the County officers collecting and administering this tax shall be deducted from the collected taxes.

SECTION 7. C
ity Manager Authority . The Mayor and the City Manager, each individually, or a designee of either, are authorized and required to take any and all actions required by the County staff to ensure that the purpose of this resolution is given full force and effect.

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SECTION 8. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage.

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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025- was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2025, by the following vote:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

_____________________________

VALENTIN MEDINA,
MAYOR of the City of Wasco
Attest: ___________________

______________________________

MONICA FLORES, CPMC
DEPUTY CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
The Council of the City of Wasco

2005-1
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EXHIBIT “A”

PROJECT # LOTS/UNITS OWNER APROVAL DATE PC Resolution # TT 6282 48 Anacapa
Development
February 12, 2004 04-03
TT 6432 39 AAC February 14, 2005 05-03
TT 6449 104 Blumer Construction February 14, 2005 05-04 TT 6473 80 SFD
16 MFD
PHR LLC February 14, 2005 05-06
TT 6451 68 Lotus Development March 14, 2005 05-10

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TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Luis Villa, Public Works Director

DATE: August 5, 2025

SUBJECT: Adopt the Resolutions of the City Council of the City of Wasco Confirming the Assessment for the Levy and Collection of Assessments within Special Tax Assessments within Special Tax Area Zone 2006 -01, 2006-02, and 2006- 03 within the Wasco Special Police Tax Area Subdivision fo r Fiscal Year 2025/26.

Recommendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:
1) Adopt the Resolutions of the City Council of the City of Wasco Confirming the Assessment for the Levy and Collection of Assessments within Special Tax Assessments within Special Tax Area Zone 2006-01, 2006-02, and 2006-03 within the Wasco Special Police Tax Area Subdivision for Fiscal Year 2025/26; and

Environmental Review:

The staff has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA guidelines because the proposed activity consists of a governmental fiscal/administrative activity which does not result in a physical change in the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is required.

Discussion:

The Police Parcel Tax is a tax on new development designed to pay for the increasing cost of providing police s ervices to the residents of the new development. All new subdivisions are required to approve by vote the assessment of this tax.

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Wasco Police Service District 2006 -1 was originally established on March 7, 2006, by resolution 06 -2306 with an initial tax rate of $105.00 per parcel. Wasco Police Service District 2006-2 was originally established on March 7, 2006, by Resolution 06- 2307, and Wasco Police Service District 2006 -3 was established on July 18, 2006, by Resolution 06- 2351. For each subsequent tax year, the rate may be increased by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) factor not to exceed 4%. The CPI as of April 2025 was 2.4%. The calculation is in accordance with ordinance number 2006 -517 of the City of Wasco, which was approved by the voters and complies with Proposition 218.

Annual Assessment per Lot this past FY 2024/25: $158.93 CPI (2.4%): $ 3.81
City of Wasco assessment per lot for FY 2025/26: $162.74 Plus this year Kern County Administration Charge per parcel: $ 0.20 FY 2025/26 Annual Assessment per Lot: $ 162.94

Fiscal Impact:

Lots as described in each Resolution will be billed as noted above.

Attachments:

1. Resolutions

2. Exhibit “A”

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - ________

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO CONFIRMING THE

ASSESSMENT FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN SPECIAL TAX AREA ZONE 2006-1 WITHIN THE WASCO SPECIAL POLICE TAX AREA SUBDIVISION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26.

WHEREAS, on March 7, 2006, the City Council of the City of Wasco created by Resolution 06-2306 a Special Tax Area Zone 2006 -1 within the Wasco special police tax area for subdivisions (see Exhibit A, attached); and

WHEREAS, the amounts of the special tax proposed to be levied on the parcels identified in the Fund Number 20671 District Maintenance Information Report for the special tax area zone for fiscal year 2025/26, are appropriate and necessary to continue to provide the current level of police and safety services within the tax area zone; and

WHEREAS, Resolution 06 -2306 was adopted in compliance with the applicable provisions of the California Government Code, commencing with Section 53970, authorizing local governments to levy special taxes to defray certain expenses related to the provision of police and fire services; and

WHEREAS, as required by the applicable provisions of the Government Code, the levy of the Special Tax was authorized by at least 2/3 of the voters within the Special Tax Area Zone; and

WHEREAS, Article XIII C, Section 2(d) of the California Constitution provides that “no local government may impose, extend or increase any special tax unless and until such tax is submitted to the electorate and approved by a 2/3 vote” and further provides that a “special tax shall not be deemed to have been increased if it is imposed a rate no higher than the maximum rate so approved”; and

WHEREAS, in connection with the establishment of Special Tax Area Zone 2006-1, the voters approved the Special Tax to be levied and the amount of the Special Tax being levied is no higher than the amount approved by the voters; and

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Wasco has determined that it is necessary and appropriate that the Special Tax be confirmed and that the City request the County Recorder of Kern County to record the annual notice of special tax lien levied and collected on real property within Special Tax Area Zone 2006-1 for fiscal year 2025/26 for the purpose of maintaining and police and safety services within the tax area zone.

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

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as outlined in the Fund Number 20671 District Maintenance Information Report, are based upon the proportionate service provided to each such parcel which has been determined in relationship to the entirety of the cost of providing police and safety services; and (b) no assessment will be imposed on any parcel which exceeds the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on that parcel; and (c) the Special Tax being imposed is not higher than the amount approved by the voters and is therefore in compliance with the provisions of the Constitution governing the levy of special taxes.

SECTION 2. Confirmation and Levy of Special Tax. The special tax in the amount specified in the Fund Number 20671 District Maintenance Information Report is hereby confirmed as originally proposed.

SECTION 3. F
iling. The City Clerk is directed to file the special tax as contained in the Report, or a certified copy thereof, with the County Auditor. Upon filing of the diagram and special tax levy, the County Auditor shall enter on the County assessment roll opposite each lot or parcel of land the amount levied thereupon, as shown in the report.

SECTION 4. E
ffect. The amount of special taxes for each parcel shall constitute a lien on such property, in accordance with Revenue and Taxation Code Section 2187, and shall have the same effect as an ad valorem real property tax lien until fully paid.

SECTION 5. C
ollection. The special taxes on each parcel shall be billed on the secured roll tax bills of ad valorem property taxes and are to be collected in the same manner in which Kern County collects secured roll ad valorem property taxes.

Ins
ofar as feasible and insofar as not inconsistent with this Ordinance, the times and procedure regarding exceptions, due dates, installment payments, corrections, cancellations, refunds, late payments, penalties, liens and collections for secured roll ad valorem property taxes shall be applicable to the collection of this tax. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in the foregoing, as to this tax:

(i) The secured roll tax bills shall be the only notices required for this tax;

(ii) The homeowner and veteran exemptions shall not be applicable because such exemptions are determined by dollar amount of value.

SECTION 6.

Costs of Administration by County of Kern. The reasonable costs incurred by the County officers collecting and administering this tax shall be deducted from the collected taxes.

SECTION 7. C
ity Manager Authority . The Mayor and the City Manager, each individually, or a designee of either, is authorized and required to take any and all actions required by the County staff to ensure that the purpose of this resolution is given full force and effect.

SECTION 8. E ffective Date. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage.
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SECTION 9. That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and enter it into the book of original Resolutions.

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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025- was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2025, by the following vote:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

_____________________________

VALENTIN MEDINA,
MAYOR of the City of Wasco
Attest: ___________________

______________________________

MONICA FLORES, CPMC
DEPUTY CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
The Council of the City of Wasco

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2006-1
EXHIBIT “A”

P R O J EC T #LO TS /U N ITS O W N ER APRO VAL DAT E PC Resolution #
TT 6315 70 Reynan and Bardis
1037 N. Demaree
Visalia CA 93291
April 12, 2004 04-07
TT 6316 176 Reynan and Bardis
1037 N. Demaree
Visalia CA 93291
April 12, 2004 04-08
TT 6334 148 Reynan and Bardis
1037 N. Demaree
Visalia CA 93291
May 10, 2004 04-12
TT 6460 369 Reynan and Bardis
1037 N. Demaree
Visalia CA 93291
Feb 14, 2005 05-08
TT 6600 156 Kem p Land Com pany
90 Village Drive
Brentwood CA 94513
August 22, 2005 05-21
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - _______

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO CONFIRMING THE

ASSESSMENT FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE SPECIAL TAX AREA ZONE 2006-2 WITHIN THE WASCO SPECIAL POLICE TAX AREA SUBDIVISION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26.

WHEREAS, on March 7, 2006, the City Council of the City of Wasco created by resolution 06-2307 a Special Tax Area Zone 2006 -2 within the Wasco special police tax area for subdivisions (see Exhibit A, attached); and

WHEREAS, Resolution 06-2307 was adopted in compliance with the applicable provisions of the California Government Code, co mmencing with Section 53970, authorizing local governments to levy special taxes to defray certain expenses related to the provision of police and fire services; and

WHEREAS, as required by the applicable provisions of the Government Code, the levy of the Special Tax was authorized by at least 2/3 of the voters within the Special Tax Area Zone; and

WHEREAS, Article XIII C, Section 2(d) of the California Constitution provides that “no local government may impose, extend or increase any special tax unless a nd until such tax is submitted to the electorate and approved by a 2/3 vote” and further provides that a “special tax shall not be deemed to have been increased if it is imposed a rate no higher than the maximum rate so approved”; and

WHEREAS, in connection with the establishment of Special Tax Area Zone 2006-2, the voters approved the Special Tax to be levied and the amount of the Special Tax being levied is no higher than the amount approved by the voters; and

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Wasco has determined that it is necessary and appropriate that the Special Tax be confirmed, and that the City request the County Recorder of Kern County to record the annual notice of special tax lien levied and collected on real property within Special Tax Area Zone 2006-2 for fiscal year 2025/26 for the purpose of maintaining and police and safety services within the tax area zone.

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

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SECTION 1. Findings. The City Council finds that (a) the special tax to be levied on parcels within the Special Tax Area Zone for fiscal year 2025/26 for police and safety costs as outlined in the Fund Number 20671 District Maintenance Information Report, are based upon the proportionate service provided to each such parcel which has been determined in relationship to the entirety of the cost of providing police and safety services; and (b) no assessment will be imposed on any parcel which exceeds the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on that parcel; and (c) the Special Tax being imposed is not higher than the amount approved by the voters and is therefore in compliance with the provisions of the Constitution governing the levy o f special taxes.

SECTION 2. Confirmation and Levy of Special Tax. The special tax in the amount specified in Fund Number 20671 District Maintenance Information Report is hereby confirmed as originally proposed.

SECTION 3. F
iling. The City Clerk is directed to file the special tax as contained in the Report, or a certified copy thereof, with the County Auditor. Upon filing of the diagram and special tax levy, the County Auditor shall enter on the County assessment roll opposite each lot or parcel of land the amount levied thereupon, as shown in the report.

SECTION 4. Effect. The amount of special taxes for each parcel shall constitute a lien on such property, in accordance with Revenue and Taxation Code Section 2187, and shall have the same effect as an ad valorem real property tax lien until fully paid.

SECTION 5. Collection. The special taxes on each parcel shall be billed on the secured roll tax bills of ad valorem property taxes and are to be collected in the same way Kern County collects secured roll ad valorem property taxes.

Ins
ofar as feasible and insofar as not inconsistent with this Ordinance, the times and procedure regarding exceptions, due dates, installment payments, corrections, cancellations, refunds, late payments, penalties, liens and collections for secured roll ad valorem property taxes shall be applicable to the collection of this tax. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in the foregoing, as to this tax:

(i) The secured roll tax bills shall be the only notices required for this tax; and

(ii) The homeowners and veteran’s exemptions shall not be applicable because such exemptions are determined by dollar amount of value.

SECTION 6.

Costs of Administration by County of Kern. The reasonable costs incurred by the County officers collecting and administering this tax shall be deducted from the collected taxes.

SECTION 7.

City Manager Authority . The Mayor and the City Manager, each individually, or a designee of either, is authorized and required to take all actions required by the County staff to confirm that the purpose of this resolution is given full force and effect.

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SECTION 8. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage.

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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025- was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2025, by the following vote:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

_____________________________

VALENTIN MEDINA,
MAYOR of the City of Wasco
Attest: ___________________

______________________________

MONICA FLORES, CPMC
DEPUTY CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
The Council of the City of Wasco

2006-2

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EXHIBIT “A”

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO CONFIRMING THE

ASSESSMENT FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN SPECIAL TAX AREA ZONE 2006-3 WITHIN THE WASCO SPECIAL POLICE TAX AREA SUBDIVISION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26.

WHEREAS, on July 1 8, 2006, the City Council of the City of Wasco created by resolution 06-2351 a Special Tax Area Zone 2006 -3 within the Wasco special police tax area for subdivisions, (see Exhibit A, attached); and

WHEREAS, Resolution 06-2351 was adopted in compliance with the applicable provisions of the California Government Code, commencing with Section 53970, authorizing local governments to levy special taxes to defray certain expenses related to the provision of police and fire services; and

WHEREAS, as required by the applicable provisions of the Government Code, the levy of the Special Tax was authorized by at least 2/3 of the voters within the Special Tax Area Zone; and

WHEREAS, Article XIII C, Section 2(d) of the California Constitution provides that “no local government may impose, extend or increase any special tax unless and until such tax is submitted to the electorate and approved by a 2/3 vote” and further provides that a “special tax shall not be deemed to have been increased if it is imposed a rate no higher than the maximum rate so approved”; and

WHEREAS, in connection with the establishment of Special Tax Area Zone 2006-3, the voters approved the Special Tax to be levied and the amount of the Special Tax being levied is no higher than the amount approved by the voters; and

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Wasco has determined that it is necessary and appropriate that the Special Tax be confirmed and that the City request the County Recorder of Kern County to record the annual notice of special tax lien levied and collected on real property within Special Tax Area Zone 2006-3 for fiscal year 2025/26 for the purpose of maintaining and police and safety services within the tax area zone.

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

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SECTION 1. Findings. The Cit y: finds that (a) the special tax to be levied on parcels within the Special Tax Area Zone for fiscal year 202 5/26 for police and safety costs as outlined in the Fund Number 20671 District Maintenance Information Report, are ba sed upon the proportionate service provided to each such parcel which has been determined in relationship to the entirety of the cost of providing police and safety services; and (b) no assessment will be imposed on any parcel which exceeds the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on that parcel; and (c) the Special Tax being imposed is not higher than the amount approved by the voters and is therefore in compliance with the provisions of the Constitution governing the levy of special taxes.

SECTION 2. Confirmation and Levy of Special Tax. The special tax in the amount specified in the Fund Number 20671 District Maintenance Information Report is hereby confirmed as originally proposed.

SECTION 3. F
iling. The City Clerk is directed to file the special tax as contained in the Report, or a certified copy thereof, with the County Auditor. Upon filing of the diagram and special tax levy, the County Auditor shall enter on the County assessment roll opposite each lot or parcel of land the amount levied thereupon, as shown in the report.

SECTION 5. C ollection. The special taxes on each parcel shall be billed on the secured roll tax bills of ad valorem property taxes and are to be collected in the same manner in which Kern County collects secured roll ad valorem property taxes.

In
sofar as feasible and insofar as not inconsistent with this Ordinance, the times and procedure regarding exceptions, due dates, installment payments, corrections, cancellations, refunds, late payments, penalties, liens and collections for secured roll ad valorem property taxes shall be applicable to the collection of this tax. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in the foregoing, as to this tax:

(i) The secured roll tax bills shall be the only notices required for this tax; and

(ii) The homeowners and veterans exemptions shall not be applicable because such exemptions are determined by dollar amount of value.

SECTION 6. C
osts of Administration by County of Kern. The reasonable costs incurred by the County officers collecting and administering this tax shall be deducted from the collected taxes.

SECTION 7. C ity Manager Authority . The Mayor and the City Manager, each individually, or a designee of either, is authorized and required to take any and all actions required by the County staff to insure that the purpose of this resolution is given full force and effect.

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SECTION 8. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage.

SECT
ION 9. That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and enter it into the book of original Resolutions.

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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025- was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2025, by the following vote:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

_____________________________

VALENTIN MEDINA,
MAYOR of the City of Wasco
Attest: ___________________

______________________________

MONICA FLORES, CPMC
DEPUTY CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
The Council of the City of Wasco

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2006-3
EXHIBIT “A”

P R O J EC T #LO TS /U N ITS O W N ER
TT 6486 106 G eorge Wise
TT 6590 176 Moreland Construction
TT 6724 148 Eagle Meadows
TT 6737 369 Mike Keele
TT 6901 156 Innovative Com m unities
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Luis Villa, Public Works Director

DATE: August 5, 2025

SUBJECT: Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Wasco Confirming the Assessment for the Levy and Collection of Assessments within Sewer Lift Station District 2008-01 for Fiscal Year 2025/26.

Recommendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:
1) Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Wasco Confirming the Assessment for the Levy and Collection of Assessments within Sewer Lift Station District 2008-01 for Fiscal Year 2025/26; and

Environmental Review:

The staff has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA guidelines because the proposed activity consists of a governmental fiscal/administrative activity which does not resu lt in a physical change in the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is required.

Discussion:

The Sewer Lift Station Assessment is levied o n parcels within housing tract numbers 6334 Phases 1 and 2 and TTM 6460 for the purpose of paying the operating and replacement cost of the sewer lift station constructed by the developer and dedicated to the City. This lift station was needed to facilitate the development of the subject tracts. On April 1, 2008 a new assessment district was created in accordance with all applicable laws.

The initial assessment amount was based upon the Engineers report prepared by Quad Knopf and dated March 25, 2008. For e ach subsequent year the tax may be increased by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) factor not to exceed 4%. Provided however that in no

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event shall the Special Assessment per parcel for any fiscal year be less than the amount established for the first fiscal year.

The amount of annual adjustment shall be the percentage increase from the April 2024 Consumer Price Index (CPI), Los Angeles Area- to April 2025 up 2.4% from a year ago, thus the tax per parcel for FY 2025/26 including County charge per parcel is:

Annual Assessment per Lot this past FY 2024/25: $89.43 CPI (2.4%): $ 2.15
City of Wasco assessment per lot for FY 2024/25: $91.58 Plus this year Kern County Administration Charge per parcel: $ 0.20 FY 2025/26 Annual Assessment per Lot: $ 91.78

The calculation is in accordance with ordinance number 2008-571, of the City of Wasco, which was approved by the voters and is compliant with Proposition 218.

Fiscal Impact:

Tract 6334 Phases 1, and 2 recorded and have been included in the District. There are 146 lots being billed for FY 2025/26. The anticipated revenue for FY 2025/26 is therefore $91.78 per lot x 146 lots = $13,399.88
Attachments:

1. Resolution

2. Exhibit A

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - _________

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO CONFIRMING THE

ASSESSMENT FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN SEWER LIFT STATION DISTRICT 2008-01 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26.

WHEREAS, on June 3 , 2008, the City Council of the City of Wasco established by Ordinance No. 2008-571 a special assessment district for the Lift Station Project known as the “Sewer Lift Station District 2008-01”(see Exhibit A, attached); and

WHEREAS, the amounts of the special assessment proposed to be l evied on the parcels identified in the Fund Number 20673 District Maintenance Information Report for the assessment district for fiscal year 2025/26, are appropriate and necessary to continue to provide for the operational, maint enance, and capital replacement costs for the sewer lift station within the assessment district; and

WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 2008-571 was adopted in compliance with the procedures and authority set forth in the Municipal Improvement Act of 1913, Government Code sections 53750-53756, Proposition 218, and the provisions of Cal. Const. Art. XIII D; and

WHEREAS, Sewer Lift Station District 2008 -01 and the levy of the s pecial assessment were established in compliance with the notice, protest, and hear ing requirements imposed by Government Code section 53753; and

WHEREAS, in connection with the establishment of the Sewer Lift Station District 2008- 01, the voters approved the special assessment to be levied; furthermore, the amount of the special assessment currently being levied is no higher than the amount previously approved by the City, since the methodology previously approved by the City has not been revised so as to result in an increase in the amount being levied on any person or parcel as increases are defined in Government Code section 53750(h); and

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Wasco has determined that it is necessary and appropriate that the special assessment within Sewer Lift Station District 2008 -01 be confirmed and that the City request the County Recorder of Kern County to record the annual notice of special assessment lien levied and collected on real property within the Sewer Lift Station District 2008-01 for fiscal year 2025/26 for the aforementioned purposes of the special assessment district.

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

SECTION 1. Findings. The City Council finds that (a) the special assessment to be levied on parcels within Sewer Lift Station District 2008- 01 for fiscal year 2025 /26 for operational, maintenance, and capital replacement costs as outlined in the Fund Number 20673 District Maintenance Information Report, are based upon the proportionate service provided to each such parcel which has been determined in 130 of 154

relationship to the entirety of the capital cost of providing the sewer lift station, the cost of providing service, maintenance and operation expenses of the sewer lift station and (b) no assessment will be imposed on any parcel which exceeds the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on that parcel; and (c) the special assessment being imposed is not higher than the amount approved by the City and is therefore in compliance with the provisions of the Constitution governing the levy of special assessment.

SECTION 2. Confirmation and Levy of Special Assessment . The special assessment in the amount specified in the Fund Number 20673 District Maintenance Information Report is hereby confirmed as originally proposed and approved.

SECTION 3. Fi ling. The City Clerk is directed to file the special assessment as contained in the Report, or a certified copy thereof, with the County Auditor. Upon filing of the diagram and special assessment levy, the County Auditor shall enter the County assessment roll opposite each lot or parcel of land the amount levied thereupon, as shown in the report.

SECTION 4. E
ffect. The amount of special assessment for each parcel shall constitute a lien on such property, in accordance with Revenue and Taxation Code Section 2187, and shall have the same effect as an ad valorem real property tax lien until fully paid.

SECTION 5.

Collection. The special assessment on each parcel shall be billed on the secured roll tax bills of ad valorem property taxes and are to be collected in the same manner in which Kern County collects secured roll ad valorem property taxes.

In
sofar as feasible and insofar as not inconsistent with this Ordinance, the times and procedure regarding exceptions, due dates, installment payments, corrections, cancellations, refunds, late payments, penalties, liens and collections for secured roll ad valorem p roperty taxes shall be applicable to the collection of this assessment .

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in the foregoing, as to this assessment:

(i) The secured roll tax bills shall be the only notices required for this assessment; and

(ii) The homeowners and veterans exemptions shall not be applicable because such exemptions are determined by dollar amount of value.

SECTION 6. C osts of Administration by County of Kern. The reasonable costs incurred by the County officers collecting and administering this assessment shall be deducted from the collected taxes.

SECTION 7. C ity Manager Authority . The Mayor and the City Manager, each individually, or a designee of either, is authorized and required to take any and all actions required by the County staff to ensure that the purpose of this resolution is given full force and effect.

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SECTION 8. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage.

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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025- was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2025, by the following vote:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

_____________________________

VALENTIN MEDINA,
MAYOR of the City of Wasco
Attest: ___________________

______________________________

MONICA FLORES, CPMC
DEPUTY CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
The Council of the City of Wasco

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EXHIBIT “A”

Sewer Lift Station Assessment:

The calculation is in accordance with ordinance number 2008-571, of the City of Wasco, which was approved by the voters and is compliant with proposition 218.

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TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Luis Villa, Public Works Director

DATE: August 5, 2025

SUBJECT: Conduct a Public Hearing and Adopt a Resolution Amending the Traffic Impact Fee Rate Schedule pursuant to Chapter 13.24 of the Wasco Municipal Code 02-4269.

Recommendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:
1) Adopt a Resolution amending the traffic impact fees rate schedule; and

Environmental Review:

The staff has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA guidelines because the proposed activity consists of a governmental fiscal/administrative activity which does not result in a physical change in the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is required.

Discussion:

Pursuant to Chapter 13.24 of the Wasco Municipal Code, Traffic Impact Fees are to be adjusted annually by reviewing the current April Engineering News Record Construction Cost Index (ENRCCI) from Los Angeles and San Francisco averages and comparing them to the previous year’s ENRCCI averages for the two cities. When the average of said indices differs from the average of the indices for the preceding April, the factor of increase or decrease shall be applied to the schedule of fees. Such factor sh all be computed by dividing the average ENRCCI for the current April by that pertaining to the previous April. The individual transportation impact fee rates may be multiplied by the factor to determine the adjusted schedule of fees.

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The increase for this year is calculated as follows:

ENRCCI April 2024: Los Angeles $ 15,244.84
San Francisco $ 15,488.96

Average: $15,366.90

ENRCCI April 2025: Los Angeles $ 15,979.64
San Francisco $15,263.98

Average: $15,621.81

Factor: $ 15,621.81 / 15,366.90 = + 1.0166

Current Traffic Impact Fee: $ 119.22 per daily trip

New Traffic Impact Fee: Current Traffic Impact Fee * Factor

$119.22 * 1.0166 = $121.20 per daily trip

The ENRCCI is an index of construction costs that takes into account union wages and the cost of materials. It is a method for tracking public improvement costs. The increase is an appropriate amount for the change in costs for constructing or improving roadways.

Therefore, it is recommended that the City follow the statutes of the Traffic Impact Fee Ordinance, setting one public hearing to consider passing a resolution approving the proposed fee increase.

Fiscal Impact:

The amount and type of new development will determine the amount of traffic impact fees collected.

Attachments:

1. Resolution

2. Exhibit A
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 -

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO AMENDING THE TRAFFIC IMPACT FEE SCHEDULE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 13.24 OF THE WASCO MUNICIPAL CODE (ORD. 02-469)
WHEREAS, t
he City Council of the City of Wasco adopted Ordinance 02- 469, adding Chapter 13.24 to the Wasco Municipal Code related to Traffic Impact Fees; and

WHEREAS, S
ection 13.24.070(B) calls for the City Engineer to adjust fees annually by comparing the average current Engineering News Record Construction Cost Index (ENRCCI) for the Cities of Los Angeles and San Francisco on April 1 of the current year to April 1 of the previous year; and
WHEREAS, t
he average factor of increase or decrease shall be applied to the schedule of fees by multiplying the current traffic impact fees by said factor; and WHEREAS, th
e calculation and proposed new fee schedule is attached Exhibit ‘A’; and
WHEREAS, the
Traffic Impact Fees amended by this Resolution have a
reasonable relationship between the fee and the type of particular development will have on the City.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, b
y the City Council of the City of Wasco as
follows:

SECTION 1
: The City Council, pursuant to Chapter 13.24.070 of the Wasco Municipal Code amends the Traffic Impact Fees as set forth in Exhibit “A” which is attached hereto and fully incorporated by this reference.

SECTION 2
: The new Traffic Impact Fee schedule shall take effect sixty (60) days after the adoption of this resolution.
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 20 25 - was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2025, by the following vote:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, MARTINEZ, REYNA, SALDAÑA, RAYA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

__________________________

VALENTIN MEDINA,
MAYOR of the City of Wasco

Attest: _______________

__________________________________

MONCIA FLORES, CPMC
DEPUTY CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
the Council of the City of Wasco

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EXHIBIT 'A'

Traffic Impact Fee Schedule
Fee Amount and Method of Trip Generation Calculation

Fee

New fee per daily trip $121.20

This fee was adjusted pursuant to Chapter 13.24 of the Wasco Municipal code (Ord. 02-469).

Calculation of Daily Trip Generation Rates

Daily trip generation rates shall be calculated pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 13.24 of the Wasco Municipal Code (Ord. 02-469) using the Engineering News Record Construction Cost Index (ENRCCI) for Los Angeles and San Francisco.

The increase for this year is calculated as follows:

ENRCCI April 2024: Los Angeles $ 15,244.84
San Francisco $ 15,488.96
Average: $15,366.90

ENRCCI April 2025: Los Angeles $15,979.64
San Francisco $15,263.98
Average: $15,621.81

Factor: $ 15,621.81 / 15,366.90 = + 1.0166

Current Traffic Impact Fee: $ 119.22 per daily trip

New Traffic Impact Fee: Current Traffic Impact Fee * Factor

$119.22 * 1.0166 = $121.20 per daily trip

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TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Luis Villa, Public Works Director

DATE: August 5, 2025

SUBJECT: Conduct a Public Hearing and Adopt the Resolutions Confirming the Diagram and Assessment for the Levy and Collection of Assessments within Maintenance District No. 1, Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 01-01, Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 01 -02, Landscape and Ligh ting Maintenance District No. 06 -1, and Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District 2017-1 for Fiscal Year 2025/26.

Recommendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:
1) Adopt the individual Resolutions confirming the Diagram and Assessment as shown in the Engineer’s Reports for each of the five districts, for the Levy and Collection of Assessments within Maintenance District No. 1, Wasco Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 01 -01, Wasco Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 01-02, and Wasco Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 06- 1, and 2017-1 for Fiscal Year 2025/26; and

Environmental Review:

The staff has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA guidelines because the proposed activity consists of a governmental fiscal/administrative activity which does not result in a physical change in the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is required.

Discussion:

After a maintenance district has been established, it is necessary to complete an annual Engineer’s Report to review and upda te the assessments on the lots and to include new tracts into the Districts.

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Wasco Maintenance District No. 1 includes Tract 5071-A, B and C, Tract 5890 Phases 1 – 3, Tract 5653-A, Precise Development No. 95-2, Tract 6308, and Tract 6451. No new tracts were added. No CPI increase is allowed for this District because it was not included when the District was established.

Wasco Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 01-01 includes Tract 5972 Phases 1 – 4. No new tracts were added. The assessment w as increased by 2.4% per Consumer Price Index for the Los Angeles area for All item as of April 2025. This annual increase by the CPI factor, but not exceeding 4% was included when the District was established.

Wasco Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 01-02 includes Tract 5305 Phases 1-3, Tract 6449 Phases 1-3 and Tract 6282. No new tracts were added. The assessment was increased by 2.4% per Consumer Price Index for the Los Angeles area for All items as of April 2025. This annual increase by the CPI was included when the District was established.

Wasco Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 06-1 includes Tract 6334 Phase 1, Tract 6432, Tract 6460 Phase 1, Tract 6473 Phases 1 and 2, Tract 6486, Tract 6589 Phase 1, Tract 6590, Tract 6600 Phase 1. No new tracts were added. The assessment was increased by 2.4% per Consumer Price Index for the Los Angeles area for All items as of April 2025. This annual increase by the CPI was included when the District was established.

Wasco Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 2017-1 includes Tract 7127 Phase 1 lots 5, 6, and 7, and Lot Line Adjustment No. 19-03, lot A, lot B, lot C, and lot D, and PMW 19-02 parcel 1 and parcel 2. The assessment was increased by 2.4% per Consumer Price Index for the Los Angeles area for All items as of April 2025. This annual increase by the CPI was included when the District was established.

The Engineer’s R eport for each District was completed by the Engineer of Work and submitted to the City Clerk.

A public hearing was set for August 5, 2025, duly published by the City Clerk.

Fiscal Impact:

The funds from the Districts will be collected by the Kern County Assessor’s Office and disbursed to the City as a special assessment. These assessments, when collected, will go to their respective funds to pay for the maintenance and operation of the landscaping, walls, and drainage of each District.

Attachments:

1. Resolutions

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 -______

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO CONFIRMING THE

ASSESSMENT FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26

WHEREAS, on July 15 , 2025 , the City Council of the City of Wasco declared by Resolution its intention to levy assessments on parcels within Maintenance District No.1 ("the District") for the maintenance and servicing of public landscaping and lighting for fiscal year 2025/26, pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Division 15, Part 2, commencing with §22500, of the Streets and Highways Code; and

WHEREAS, the amounts of the assessments which are set forth in the Engineer's Report ("the Report") and which are proposed to be levied on parcels within the District for fiscal year 2025/26, are an appropriate and necessary amount for the maintenance and servicing of public landscaping and lighting; and

WHEREAS, the public notice of the Resolution of Intention and the Public Hearing scheduled for August 5, 2025, was duly published, and the Public Hearing was conducted at the time and place appointed; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to subdivision (a) of §53753 of the Government Code, the notice, protest and hearing requirements of that section must be complied with if the legislative body of an agency is levying a new or increased assessment; and

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Wasco has determined that it is necessary and appropriate that the diagram and assessment contained in the Report be confirmed and that the assessments contained therein be levied and collected for fiscal year 2025/26 for the purpose of maintaining and servicing public landscaping and lighting within the District.

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

SECTION 1 . Finding s. The City Council find s that (a) the amounts to be assessed on parcels within the District for fiscal year 2025/26 for the maintenance and servicing of public landscaping and lighting, as contained in the Report, are based upon the proportionate special benefit derived by each such parcel which has been determined in relationship to the entirety of the cost of the maintenance and servicing of such public landscaping and lighting; and (b) no assessment will be imposed on any parcel which exceeds the reasonable cost of the special proportional benefit conferr ed on that parcel; and (c) the District is in compliance with the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972 and Proposition 218.

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SECTION 2 . Confirmation and Levy of Assessment. The diagram and the assessment contained in the Report are confirmed as originally proposed. Pursuant to §22631 of the Streets and Highways Code, the adoption of this resolution constitutes the levy of the assessment of fiscal year 2025/26.

SECTION 3. Filing. The City Clerk is directed to file the diagram and assessment as contained in the Report, or a certified copy thereof, with the County Auditor. Pursuant to §22645 of the Streets and Highways Code, upon the filing of the diagram and assessment, the County Auditor shall enter on the County assessment roll opposite each lot or parcel of land the amount assessed thereupon, as shown in the assessment.

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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 202 5- was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2025 by the following vote:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

_____________________________

VALENTINE MEDINA,
MAYOR of the City of Wasco
Attest: ___________________

______________________________

MONICA FLORES, CPMC
DEPUTY CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
The Council of the City of Wasco

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 -______

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO CONFIRMING THE

ASSESSMENT FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 01-01 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26

WHEREAS, on July 15 , 2025, the City Council of the City of Wasco declared by resolution its intention to levy assessments on parcels within Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 01 -01 (“the District") for the maintenance and servicing of public landscaping and lighting se rving Tract 5972 Phases 1, 2, 3 and 4, for fiscal year 2025/26 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Division 15, Part 2, commencing with §22500, of the Streets and Highways Code; and

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Wasco has determined that it is necessary and appropriate that the diagram and assessment contained in the Report be confirmed and that the assessments contained therein be levied and collected for fiscal year 2025/26 for the purpose of mai ntaining and servicing public landscaping and lighting within the District.

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

SECTION 1 . Finding s. The City Council find s that (a) the amounts to be assessed on parcels within the District for fiscal year 2025/26 for the maintenance and servicing of public landscaping and lighting, as contained in the Report, are based upon the proportionate special benefit derived by each such parcel which has been determined in relationship to the entirety of the cost of the maintenance and servicing of such public landscaping and lighting; and (b) no assessment will be imposed on any parcel which exceeds the reasonable cost of the special proportional benefit conferred on that parcel; and (c) the District is in compliance with the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972 and Proposition 218.
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SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution.

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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 202 5- was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2025, by the following vote:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

_____________________________

VALENTIN MEDINA,
MAYOR of the City of Wasco
Attest: ___________________

______________________________

MONICA FLORES, CPMC
DEPUTY CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
The Council of the City of Wasco

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 -______

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO CONFIRMING THE

ASSESSMENT FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 01-02 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26

WHEREAS, on July 15 , 202 5, the City Council of the City of Wasco declared by resolution its intention to levy assessments on parcels within Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 01 -02 (“the District") for the maintenance and servicing of public landscaping and lighting ser ving parcels within Tract 5305 Phases 1 -3, Tract 6449 Phases 1, 2 and 3 and Tract 6282, for fiscal year 2025/26 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Division 15, Part 2, commencing with §22500, of the Streets and Highways Code; and

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

SECTION 1 . Finding s. The City Council find s that (a) the amounts to be assessed on parcels within the District for fiscal year 2025/26 for the maintenance and servicing of public landscaping and lighting, as contained in the Report, are based upon the proportionate special benefit derived by each such parcel which has been determined in relationship to the entirety of the cost of the maintenance and servicing of such public landscaping and lighting; and (b) no assessment will be imposed on any parcel which exceeds the reasonable cost of the special proportional benefit conf erred on that parcel; and (c) the District is in compliance with the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972 and Proposition 218.

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SECTION 2 . Confirmation and Levy of Assessment. The diagram and the assessment contained in the Report are confirmed as original ly proposed. Pursuant to §22631 of the Streets and Highways Code, the adoption of this resolution constitutes the levy of the assessment of fiscal year 2025/26.

SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution.

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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 202 5- was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2025, by the following vote:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

NOES:

A BSTAIN:

ABSENT:

_____________________________

VALENTINE MEDINA,
MAYOR of the City of Wasco
Attest: ___________________

______________________________

MONICA FLORES, CPMC
DEPUTY CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
The Council of the City of Wasco

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 -______

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO CONFIRMING THE

ASSESSMENT FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 06-1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26

WHEREAS, on July 15, 2025, the City Council of the City of Wasco declared by resolution its intention to levy assessments on parcels within Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 0 6-1 (“the District") for the maintenance and servicing of public landscaping and lighting serving parcels within Tracts 6334, 6432, 6460, 6473, 6486, 6589, 6590, and 6600, for fiscal year 2025 /26 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Division 15, Part 2, commencing with §22500, of the Streets and Highways Code; and

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

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SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution.

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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 202 5 - was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2025, by the following vote:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

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VALENTINE MEDINA,
MAYOR of the City of Wasco
Attest: ___________________

______________________________

MONICA FLORES, CPMC
DEPUTY CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
The Council of the City of Wasco

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 -______

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO CONFIRMING THE

ASSESSMENT FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 2017-1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26

WHEREAS, on July 15, 2025, the City Council of the City of Wasco declared by resolution its intention to levy assessments on parcels within Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 2017 -1 (“the District") for the maintenance and servicing of public landscaping and lighting serving Tract 7127 Phase 1 Lots 5, 6, and 7, and Lot Line Adjustment No. 19-03, Lots A, B, C, and D, PMW 19-02 parcel 1 and parcel 2 for fiscal year 2025/26 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Division 15, Part 2, commencing with §22500, of the Streets and Highways
Code; and

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

parcel; and (c) the District is in compliance with the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972 and Proposition 218.

SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution.

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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 202 5- was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2025, by the following vote:

COUNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA AYES:

N OES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

_____________________________

VALENTINE MEDINA,
MAYOR of the City of Wasco
Attest: ___________________

______________________________

MONICA FLORES, CPMC
DEPUTY CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
The Council of the City of Wasco

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Wasco City CouncilAugust 5, 2025

Wasco City Council
August 5, 2025