Agenda — Wasco City Council, December 2, 2025

City of Wasco City Council Meeting Agenda, December 2, 2025 .

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AGENDA AVAILABILITY : The City Council Agenda is posted on the bulletin board at the entrance of City Hall, 746 8th Street, Wasco, at the entrance of 764 E Street, Wasco, and at the entrance of the Wasco Police Department’s Office, 748 F Street, Wasco. The agenda packet, meeting minutes, and archived City Council meetings are avai lable on the City’s website, www.cityofwasco.org.

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ease be advised that communications 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, December 2, 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, December 2, 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.

REG
ULAR MEETING – 6:00 pm
1) CA
LL TO ORDER: Mayor
2) RO
LL CALL: Mayor Medina, Mayor Pro Tem Saldaña, Council Members: Martinez, Raya, Reyna
3) FLA
G SALUTE: by Mayor Medina
4) INV
OCATION: by
5) AP
PROVAL OF AGENDA:
6) PR
ESENTATIONS: None
7) PU
BLIC 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.

BROW
N 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:
a. Council finds this ac tion is not a “project” as defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Former Wasco Redevelopment Agency to Add Mark C. DeMay as an Authorizing Signer for All Successor Agency Bank Accounts, Subject to the Approval and Execution of an Employment Contract. (Hurlbert)
9) WA
SCO PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY BUSINESS:
a. Council finds this action is not a “project” as defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Wasco Public 74 of 77
City of Wasco City Council Meeting Agenda, December 2, 2025 Financing Authority to add Mark C. DeMay as Authorizing Signer for all Wasco Public Financing Authority Bank Accounts , Subject to Approval and Execution of an Employment Contract. (Hurlbert)
10) PU

BLIC SAFETY REPORTS
a. Kern County Fire Department (Appleton)
b. Wasco Police Department (Mora)
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 $313,182.37 b. Co
uncil finds this action is not a “project” as defined under sec tion 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt and waive the second reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco Repealing and Re-enacting Chapter 15.04 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code Relating to Building Code Regulations and Adopting by Reference the California Code of Regulations Title 24, Parts 1-12, 2025 Edition of the California Building Standards Code.
c. Co
uncil finds this action is not a “project” as defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt and waive the second reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco Repealing and Re-enacting Chapter 15.08 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code Relating to Fire Prevention Regulations and Adopting by Reference the California Code of Regulations Title 24, Part 9, 2025 Edition of the California Building Standards Code.
d. Counc
il finds this action is not a “project” as defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Approve and Execute a Purchase Order in an amount not to exceed $18,000.00 for Replacement Parts for Wastewater Compactor #2 with SAVECO North America Inc.
e. Co
uncil finds this action is a project that is categorically exempt as defined under section 15304 (a) of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a resolution Authorizing the City Manager or designee to approve a purchase order with Jones Snyder & Associates for a City-Wide Survey Control Project in an amount not to exceed $45,000.00. f. Co
uncil finds this action is not a “project” as defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution to add Mark C. DeMay as Authorizing Signer for all City Bank Accounts subject to the Approval and Execution of an Employment Contract.
g. Co
uncil finds this action is not a “project” as defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution Updating the Authorized Signatories for U.S.

Bank to add Mark C. DeMay, Subject to Approval and Execution of an Employment Contract, and to change Rocio Mosqueda’s title from Deputy Treasurer to Accounting Manager.
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City of Wasco City Council Meeting Agenda, December 2, 2025 12) PUB
LIC HEARINGS: None
13) DEFERRED BUSINESS: None
14) NEW B
USINESS:
a. Council finds this action is not a “project” as defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution Ratifying the Employment Agreement of Mark C. DeMay as the Finance Director. (Hurlbert)
b. Cou
ncil finds this action is not a “project” as defined under section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Review and Possible Minute Action of Capital Improvement Plan Update. (Hurlbert)
15) REPO
RTS FROM COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES:
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) REPO
RTS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL:
18) CLO
SED SESSION:
a. Clo
sed Session Minutes for November 18, 2025.
b. CONF
ERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION 54956.9 (d)(1) Name of Case: LEO Towing
c. CON
FERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS:

Property: APN 487-200-04, 487-180-01, 487-140-52
City negotiator: City Manager
Negotiating party: Frankie Iturriria
Under negotiation: Price and terms of lease
19) CLO
SED SESSION ACTION:
20) ADJO
URNMENT:

This is to certify that this agenda was posted at Wasco City Hall on November 25, 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
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City of Wasco City Council Meeting Agenda, December 2, 2025 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.

The City of Wasco does not discriminate on the basis of disability in access to, provision of, or employment in its programs and activities pursuant to 29 United States Code Section 12132 and California Civil Code Section 54.

The City Clerk's Office can provide information regarding the rights provided under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

If
you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk's Office at (661) 758- 7215 to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. Telephone (661) 758 -7215.

Requests for assistance should be made at least two (2) days in advance whenever possible. 77 of 77

STAFF REPORT
Successor Agency to the Former
Wasco Redevelopment Agency
TO: Honorable Chairman and Governing Board
FRO
M: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
DA
TE: December 2, 2025
SUB
JECT: Adopt a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Former Wasco Redevelopment Agency to Add Mark DeMay as an Authorizing Signer for All Successor Agency Bank Accounts , Subject to the Approval and Execution of an Employment Contract.

Recom
mendation:

Staff recommends the Governing Board:
1) Adopt a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Former Wasco Redevelopment Agency Authorizing the Signing Authority for all Successor Agency Bank Accounts; 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.

En
vironmental Review:

The staff has reviewed the proposed acti vity 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/admi nistrative 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.

Di
scussion:

The Successor Agency bank accounts require a formal resolution by the governing body to authorize representatives on their behalf to establish new accounts and or modify existing accounts and to make deposits or withdrawals into the bank account. Through this resolution, we are adding Mark DeMay as Deputy Treasurer, subject to the approval and execution of an employment contract:

Valentin Medina Mayor
Eduardo Saldana Mayor Pro-Tem
Michael Scott Hurlbert City Manager
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Maria Lara Assistant City Manager
Maria Martinez City Clerk
Lamar Rodriguez Treasurer
Rocio Mosqueda Accounting Manager
Mark DeMay Deputy Treasurer
Fi
scal Impact:

None.

At
tachments:

1. Resolution
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RESOLUTIO
N NO. 2025 -

A RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE FORMER WASCO REDEVELOPMENT

AGENCY AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING AUTHORITY FOR ALL SUCCESSOR AGENCY BANK

ACCOUNTS
WHEREAS, The Governing Board hereby authorizes the following individuals to have signing authority for all bank accounts of the Successor Agency to the Former Wasco Redevelopment Agency:

Va
lentin Medina Mayor
Eduardo Saldana Mayor Pro-Tem
Michael Scott Hurlbert City Manager
Maria Lara Assistant City Manager
Maria Martinez City Clerk
Lamar Rodriguez Treasurer
Rocio Mosqueda Accounting Manager
Mark DeMay Deputy Treasurer
NO
W THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED , by the Governing Board of the Successor Agency to the Former Wasco Redevelopment Agency, as follows:

SECT
ION 1: These individuals shall have the authority to sign checks and conduct banking transactions on behalf of the Agency until they are removed from their elected or assigned position.

SECT
ION 2: Effective December 3, 2025, Mark DeMay, Deputy Treasurer, will be added as a signing authority for all bank accounts of the Successor Agency to the Former Wasco Redevelopment Agency.
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I HEREBY CERTIFY th at the foregoing Resolution No. 2025 - was passed and adopted by the Governing Board of the Successor Agency to the Former Wasco Redevelopmen t Agency at a regular meeting thereof held on December 2, 2025, by the following vote:

CO
UNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA
AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:
____________________________ ______

VALENTIN MEDINA
CHAIRMAN of the Successor
Agency to the Former Wasco
Redevelopment Agency
At
test: ___________________
__________________________

MARIA O. MARTINEZ, CMC
CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
the Board of the Successor Agency
to the Former Wasco
Redevelopment Agency
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STAFF REPORT
Wasco Public Financing Authority
TO: Honorable Chairman and Board of Directors
FRO
M: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
DA
TE: December 2, 2025
SUB
JECT: Adopt a Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Wasco Public Financing Authority to add Mark DeMay as Authorizing Signer for all Wasco Public Financing Authority Bank Accounts, Subject to Approval and Execution of an Employment Contract.

Recom
mendation:

Staff recommends the Board of Directors:
1) Adopt a Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Wasco Public Financing Authority Authorizing Signing Authority for all Wasco Public Financing Authority Bank Accounts; and
2) Fi
nd 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.

En
vironmental 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.

Di
scussion:

The Authority bank accounts require a formal resolution by the governing body to authorize representatives on their behalf to establish new accounts and or modify existing accounts and to make deposits or withdrawals into the bank account . Through this resolution, we are adding Mark DeMay as Deputy Treasurer, subject to approval and execution of an employment contract:

Valentin Medina Mayor
Eduardo Saldana Mayor Pro-Tem
Michael Scott Hurlbert City Manager
Maria Lara Assistant City Manager
Maria Martinez City Clerk
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Lamar Rodriguez Treasurer
Rocio Mosqueda Accounting Manager
Mark DeMay Deputy Treasurer
Fi
scal Impact:

None.

At
tachments:

1. Resolution
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R
ESOLUTION NO. 2025 -

A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE WASCO PUBLIC

FINANCING AUTHORITY AUTHORIZING SIGNING AUTHORITY FOR ALL

WASCO PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY BANK ACCOUNTS
WHEREAS, The Board of Directors hereby authorizes the following individuals to have signing authority for all bank accounts of the Wasco Public Financing Authority:

Va
lentin Medina Mayor
Eduardo Saldana Mayor Pro-Tem
Michael Scott Hurlbert City Manager
Maria Lara Assistant City Manager
Maria Martinez City Clerk
Lamar Rodriguez Treasurer
Rocio Mosqueda Accounting Manager
Mark DeMay Deputy Treasurer
NO
W THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED , by the Board of Directors of the Wasco Public Financing Authority, as follows:

SECT
ION 1: These individuals shall have the authority to sign checks and conduct banking transactions on behalf of the Wasco Public Financing Authority until they are removed from their elected or assigned position.

SECT
ION 2: Effective December 3, 2025, Rocio Mark DeMay, Deputy Treasurer, will be added as a signing authority for all bank accounts of the Wasco Public Financing Authority. -o
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I HEREBY CERTIFY th at the foregoing Resolution No. 2025 - was passed and adopted by the Governing Board of the Wasco Public Financing Authority at a regular meeting thereof held on December 2, 2025, by the following vote:

CO
UNCIL MEMBERS: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA
AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:
____________________________
______

VALENTIN MEDINA
CHAIRMAN of the Wasco
Public Financing Authority
Attest: _______________
__________________________

MARIA O. MARTINEZ, CMC
CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
the Board of the Wasco Public
Financing Authority
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As of November 20th, 2025

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WARRANT VENDOR NAME VENDOR No. INVOICE No.

A110625 BEYOND&, LLC 6209 665593615
A110625 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 101325
A110625 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 102025
A110625 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 102725
A110625 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 11035965
A110625 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 FSA101725
A110625 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 HRA 101725
A110625 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664 HRA 103125
A110625 Total
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G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258749
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258750
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258751
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258752
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258753
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258754
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258755
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258756
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258757
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258759
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258760
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258761
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258762
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258763
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258764
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258765
G111725 ATT-PAYMENT CENTER 1488 000024258766
CHECK No. DESCRIPTION AMOUNTS
5647 COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS 9,467.79
5648 MEDICAL CHECK RUN 101325 9,903.81
5648 MEDICAL CHECK RUN 102025 1,235.83
5648 MEDICAL CHECK RUN 102725 5,344.85
5648 OCT MONTHLY MIN FEE 200.00
5648 HEALTH CARE FSA 101725 150.48
5648 HEALTH CARE HRA 101725 1,211.31
5648 HEALTH CARE HRA 103125 50.00
27,564.07
31559 METER READS FOR 10/13/25 - 10/20/25 8,022.56
31560 OFFICE SUPPLIES FOR FINANCE 19.46
31560 ELECTRIC STAPLER FOR FINANCE 27.76
31560 OFFICE SUPPLIES FOR FINANCE 16.16
31560 OFFICE SPEAKER 18.39
31560 TRUNK OR TREAT EVENT 69.25
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 35.44
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 61.27
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 31.41
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 320.52
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 31.41
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 91.12
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 31.48
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 61.33
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 31.41
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 31.41
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 31.41
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 35.44
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 59.71
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 31.41
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 31.41
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 31.41
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 31.41
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 91.20
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VENDOR NAME

ATT - PAYMENT CENTER

BHT ENGINEERING, INC

CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS

CLARK PEST CONTROL

CODE PUBLISHING COMPANY

CORE & MAIN LP

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

FERGUSON ENTERPRISES INC

GARDAWORLD

GRAINGER
HOLLOWAY ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS, LLC.

INFO SEND, INC.

KERN COUNTY WASTE MANAGEMENT DEPT.

PLATT ELECTRIC SUPPLY

QUADIENT FINANCE USA,INC

RAY GASKIN SERVICE

ROSALIO ALVAREZ MENDEZ

SANDOVAL INDUSTRIES LLC

SOUTHWESTERN EQUIPMENT COMPANY

THE HOME DEPOT PRO

T-MOBILE

TPX COMMUNICATIONS

TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC

USA BLUEBOOK

VERIZON WIRELESS SERVICE LLC

VERIZON WIRELESS SERVICES, LLC

WASCO HARDWARE & AG LLC

WILLBANKS ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSULTING, INC.

AFLAC

AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC

BHT ENGINEERING, INC

CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS

CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS
VENDOR No. INVOICE No.
1488 000024260289
1488 000024260383
5134 WA25-037
5134 WA25-040
68 167736001102125
117 38388537
2775 GCI0018500
4704 x862141
1668 850855
1008 0046105
1008 0046721
1008 0064245
4266 20653061
415 9689756188
2651 INV-HES-3716
4244 298191
19 LANDFILL SEPT 25
19 LANDFILL OCT 25
19 LANDFILL WSP AUG25
19 LANDFILL WSP SEPT25
5788 6595469
5788 6T03222
1844 5408 100225
154 58516
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1180 11178
4791 046908
5006 898828124
4899 964042089 102125
6123 187789139-0
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498 INV00860511
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6393 9022416032
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4968 1WMG-XRXN-9QM4
4968 1313-WRRH-FPFH
5134 WA25-034
5134 WA25-035
1875 899861
1875 899863
1875 899917
1875 900345
1875 900348
1875 900350
CHECK No. DESCRIPTION AMOUNTS
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 105.90
31561 PHONE SERVICES 09/24/25-10/23/25 343.96
31562 GRADING PLANS FOR 6 SINGLE FAM HOMES 1,440.00
31562 GRADING PLANS OCT: 969 E ST 780.00
31563 CH INTERNET SRVCS 319.89
31564 10/28/25: 1400 J ST, PEST CONTROL SERVICES 241.00 31565 ANNUAL WEB FEES 539.00
31566 6X4 FLGXMJ RED C110 IMP BID SEQ #20 541.25
31567 SEPT 25: FINGERPRINTS DOJ 211.00
31568 15 PVC SWR GXGXG TEE, 15 PVC SWR 45 ELL, 22-1/2 EL 4,269.44 31568 1 B REP CLMP, 14 HYMAX COUP 15-17 5,298.29
31568 14 HYMAX COUP 15.00-17.10 4,939.84
31569 OCT 25: EXCESSIVE SERVICES 129.44
31570 PIPE PULLER 4"" 495.18
31571 OCTOBER 2025-BIOSOLIDS LOADS & HAULING 3,079.35
31572 STMTS DATA PRCSSNG/PRINT/MAIL 7,066.13
31573 SEPT 25: LANDFILL FEES 19,724.05
31573 OCT 25: LANDFILL FEES 20,115.83
31573 AUG 25: WSP LANDFILL FEES 6,462.36
31573 SEPT 25: WSP LANDFILL FEES 6,431.04
31574 STRIPPER CUTT 22.72
31574 CKT BRKR 195.41
31575 POSTAGE 295.60
31576 RFS VEH #23: AIR SHIFTER DV A20 836.51
31577 25014: ART SUPPLIES FOR PAL WORKSHOP 400.00
31578 HOSE ASSY W/CAMLOCKS/BANDED 906.18
31579 RFS VEH #16: CAM FOLLOWER, JAM NUTS, IKO CAM YOKE 3,141.56 31581 RVNS XTLE GLOVES, RESPIRATOR, VIRTUA EYEWEAR 483.91 31580 CELL PHONE SRVCS 1,349.25
31582 NOV MICROSOFT SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR PD 931.61
31583 ANNUAL GIS, PERMITS & INSPECTIONS, WORK ORDERS 28,980.00 31584 CREATE-A-CLAMP 1/2"" X 50 WITH 20 FASTENERS 243.38 31585 CELL PHONES & IPADS 1,451.95
31585 CELL PHONES FOR PD 2,092.98
31586 CELL PHONE TOWER DUMP 150.00
31587 GALV NIPPLE, WHT MALE ADAPTER, PVC COUPLING 140.32 31588 GW REPORTING 2025: 3RD QRT, DEL-TECH GW SAMPLING 4,593.05 137,991.16
31589 NOVEMBER INSURANCE PREMIUM 582.50
31590 SUPPLIES FOR EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION 141.82
31590 OFFICE SUPPLIES FOR FINANCE 43.98
31590 SUPPLIES FOR CHRISTMAS PARADE 313.22
31591 25019-1: FILBURN WEST CMAQ DESIGN 20,557.50
31592 25018-1: FILBURN EAST CMAQ DESIGN 19,677.50
31593 UB 810 8TH ST (LF) 147.82
31594 UB 801 8TH ST 84.32
31593 UB 1445 12TH STREET (PAL) 109.81
31594 UB 800 BLK CENTRAL 84.32
31593 UB 1100 CENTRAL AVE LLMD 232.79
31593 UB 1500 BLK OF CENTRAL 324.40
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VENDOR NAME

CITY OF WASCO-UB PAYMENTS

CLARK PEST CONTROL

CUMMINS INC

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
DIAMOND TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

FED EX
FED EX

FREEMAN MATHIS & GARRY LLP

GARDAWORLD
GONZALEZ, SERGIO JR.

GOTO TECHNOLOGIES USA, LLC
INTERWEST CONSUL TING GROUP, INC.

KAISER FOUNDATION HEALTH PLAN INC

NEW HORIZON COMMUNICATION CORP

PG & E COMPANY

PG & E COMPANY
VENDOR No.
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85 INVOICE No. CHECK No.
900509 31593
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IN7104353386 31603
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199630280718 31605
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DESCRIPTION AMOUNTS
UB 1600 BLK OF DAISY 124.68
UB 603 E STREET VFW BUILDING 79.89
UB 764 E STREET (ANNEX) 208.31
UB 847 F STREET (PW SHOP) 306.87
UB 1300 BLK FILBURN 276.53
UB 28704 FILBURN CENTRAL PARK 407.10
UB NW MAPLE/MARGALO LLMD 2006- 84.32
UB MAPLE/GROMER LLMD 2006-1 84.32
UB 2700 BLK MONDAVI CT 84.32
UB 1500 BLOCK OF PALM 184.68
UB 2100 BLK PALM 84.32
UB 400 N BLOCK OF PALM LLMD 2006-1 84.32
UB 1700 BLK OF PALM #A 269.55
UB 1200 BLK PECAN ST 322.22
UB PENELOPE LLMD 2006-1 87.02
UB 1700 BLK POPLAR 86.51
UB 1700 BLK POPLAR #A 84.32
UB 2500 BLK OF POSO DR. LLMD6- 84.32
UB 2700 BLK OF POSO AVE LLMD06 159.89
UB PALM N. PROSPERITY 2006-1 191.73
UB 1700 BLK OF MARGALO 141.18
UB 1300 BLK OF WILLOW 134.38
UB 810 8TH ST (LF) 23.57
UB 764 E STREET (ANNEX) (LF) 31.64
11/3/2025: 5409 7TH ST PEST CONTROL 65.00
11/10/2025: 746 8TH ST & 1445 12TH ST PEST CONTR 257.00 RFS #25: COIL IGNITION 2,002.78
CREDIT FOR ELECTRONIC CONTROL (675.001
OCT 25: FINGERPRINTS DOJ 328.00
NOVEMBER DIAMOND AGREEMENT 8,410.00
EXPRESS SERVICES 11-7-2025 27.96
EXPRESS SERVICES 111425 27.96
OCT 2025: LEGAL FEES 297.00
NOV 25: ARMORED SRVCS 515.93
2025 CACEO CONFERENCE HOTEL REIMB 929.17
PHONE SERVICES FOR PD 1,051.74
PRF SRVCS OCT 1-31, 2025 3,911.13
DECEMBER 25: INSURANCE PREMIUM 3,280.63
COMMUNICATION SRVCS DISPATCH 1,143.12
747 F ST EV CHARGING 2,136.42
UB CENTRAL AVE & HWY 46 162.20
UB SE CORNER OF POPLAT AVE & MARGALO 44.19
UB 501 F ST 102.85
UB SW SE 11 27 24 N/S POSO W/O PALM 264.25
UB STREET LIGHT TRACT 7311-4 FILBURN 32.71
UB 810 8TH ST COURTHOUSE 130.18
UB NW NE SE 9 27 24 GEN-ANNEX BLDG 244.62
UB 1ST & 13TH ST LIGHTS 269.87
UB WELL#12 MCCOMBS &GRIFFITH SE COR 25,557.45
UB ANNEX PARKING LIGHT 14.52
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VENDOR NAME

PG & E COMPANY

PRINCIPAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

QUADIENT LEASING USA, INC

RAFAEL SILVA

ROBERT HALF

SAMSARA INC

SEQUOIAS COMMINUTY COLLEGE DISTRICT

STINSON STATIONERS INC

TETER, INC

THE GAS COMPANY

THE HOME DEPOT PRO

THE SHAFTER PRESS/ WASCO TRIBUNE

TOVAR, CHRISTIAN

UNITED RENTALS (NORTH AMERICA) INC

WASTEQUIP, LLC

WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL LEASING
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452 254605497-001
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CHECK No. DESCRIPTION AMOUNTS
31607 UB AGRICULTURE 758.36
31608 DEC 25: INSURANCE PREMIUM 12,427.96
31609 POSTAGE LEASING DEC25-MAR26 312.95
31610 MILEAGE REIMB CHIP SFST TRAINING 294.00
31611 TEMP SERVICES M.GOMEZ 103125 1,559.99
31611 TEMP SERVICES M.GOMEZ 110725 1,287.47
31612 YEARLY GPS SERVICE MULTIPLE DEPT 13,650.93
31619 PERISHABLE SKILLS #3 POST TRAINING 960.00
31619 FIRST AID/CPR/AED POST TRAINING 180.00
31614 #10 WINDOW ENVELOPES FINANCE 543.86
31614 RECYCLED PRINTER PAPER 73.60
31615 24036-3: OCT MASTER PLANNING NEW PD 7,408.75
31616 UB POLICE STATION 13.13
31616 UB COURTHOUSE 30.11
31616 UB CITY YARD 845 F ST 16.98
31616 OCTOBER CNG FUEL 216.49
31617 JANITORIAL SUPPLIES FOR ALL CITY FACILITIES 149.88 31617 AIR FILTERS 353.32
31613 JOB RECRUITMENT: TRANSIT COORDINATOR 84.00
31618 2025 CACEO CONFERENCE MEAL REIMB 140.64
31620 PLUG TEST, PLUG HOSE ROPE 875.77
31621 TO REPLACE BROKEN LIDS ON GEN. II CARTS AND THE NE 9,664.40 31622 NOV PD PRINTER LEASE 166.90
147,627.14
313,182.37
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TO: Ho
norable Mayor and Council Members
FRO
M: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Keri Cobb, Community Development Director
Rafael Villarreal, Building Inspector II
DA
TE: December 2, 2025
SUB
JECT: Adopt and Waive the second reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco Repealing and Re-enacting Chapter 15.04 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code Relating to Building Code Regulations, and Adopting by Reference the California Code of Regulations Title 24, Parts 1- 12, 2025 Edition of the California Building Standards Code.

Recom
mendation:

Staff recommends that the City Council:
1) Ado
pt and Waive the second reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco Repealing and Re-enacting Chapter 15.04 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code Relating to Building Code Regulations, and Adopting by Reference the California Code of Regulations Title 24, Part s 1 -12, 2025 Edition of the California Building Standards Code; and
2) Fi
nd 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:

Staff has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). It 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.

Di
scussion:

Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 18938 (c), the California Building Standards Commission updates State building code standards every three years, and cities and

STAFF REPORT
City of Wasco
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counties must re -adopt their local building codes to be consistent with the State standards. The 2025 edition of the California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Parts 1 -12, is now available for local adoption, to become effective January 1, 2026.

Chap
ter 15.04 of the Wasco Municipal Code contains the City’s building code standards and indicates which of the State building codes are adopted by the City. As indicated in the ordinance amendment, the adoption of this ordinance will adopt Parts 1-12 of the California Code of Regulations, Title 24 , by reference. The updated codes will become effective January 1, 20 26, and will apply for the next three years until Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations is again updated.

Fi
scal Impact:

Funds for the purchase of new code books were budgeted in the 20 25/2026 City of Wasco Annual Budget, and electronic and hard copy versions of the 202 5 code have been purchased. No budget action is required with approval of this item.

At
tachments:

1. Re-enacted Chapter 15.04, Wasco Building Code

2. Proof of Publication
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ORDINANCE NO. 2025-_________
AN

ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO REPEALING AND RE- ENACTING CHAPTER 15.04 OF THE CITY OF WASCO MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO

BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS, AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS TITLE 24, 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING PARTS:

Part 1 California Administrative Code
Part 2 California Building Code
Part 2.5 California Residential Code
Part 3 California Electrical Code
Part 4 California Mechanical Code
Part 5 California Plumbing Code
Part 6 California Energy Code
Part 7 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code
Part 8 California Historical Code
Part 9 California Fire Code
Part 10 California Existing Building Code
Part 11 California Green Building Standards Code
Part 12 California Referenced Standards Code
The City Council of the City of Wasco does ordain as follows:

Section 1: Repeal
Chapter 15.04 of the Wasco Municipal Code is hereby repealed in its entirety.

Section 2: Purpose and Authority
The purpose of this Ordinance is to adopt by reference the 2025 edition of the California Building Standards Code, Title 24 of the California Code of regulations, subject to the definitions, clarifications, and amendments set forth in this Ordinance. The purpose of this Ordinance is also to provide minimum requirements and standards for the protection of the public safety, health, property and welfare of the City of Wasco. This Ordinance is adopted under the authority of Government Code Subsection 50022.2 and Health and Safety Code Section 18941.5.

Section 3: Reenacted
Chapter 15.04 of the Wasco Municipal Code, Wasco Building Code, is hereby reenacted and adopted to read as follows:
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15.04.010 Title.

This chapter shall be known as the Wasco Building Code, and may be cited as such, and will be referred to herein as "this code."

15.04.015 Application.

This code shall be the exclusive source of regulations for all new construction and any alterations, repairs, relocations, or reconstruction of any building or any portion thereof including any electrical, mechanical, gas, plumbing, or fire protection equipment installed on any property or used on or within any building.

15.04.020 Conflicts with other laws, rules, etc.

In the event of any conflict between this code and any law, rule, or regulation of the state of California, that requirement which establishes the higher standard of safety shall govern. Failure to comply with such standard of safety shall be a violation of this code.

15.04.025 Fees.

A. Notwithstanding any provisions in the codes adopted by reference in this chapter, all fees related to said codes are to be set by resolution by the city council.

B. Fees for duplicating documents and other special services shall be set and established by the administrative authority.

15.04.030 Adoption of Uniform Codes.

The following publications are adopted by reference and incorporated in this code, except as expressly amended or superseded by the provisions of this chapter:

A. P
art 1, California Administrative Code, 2025 Edition;
B. Part 2, California Building Code, 2025 Edition;
C. Part 2.5, California Residential Building Code, 2025 Edition; D. Part 3, California Electrical Code, 2025 Edition;
E. Part 4, California Mechanical Code, 2025 Edition;
F. Part 5, California Plumbing Code, 2025 Edition;
G. Part 6, California Energy Code, 2025 Edition;
H. Part 7, California Wildland – Urban Interface Code, 2025 Edition; I. Part 8, California Historical Code, 2025 Edition;
J. Part 9, California Fire Code, 2025 Edition;
K. Part 10, California Existing Building Code, 2025 Edition; L. Part 11, California Green Building Standards Code, 2025 Edition; M. Part 12, California Referenced Standards Code, 2025 Edition; N. Uniform Housing Code, 1997 Edition, as published by the International Conference of Building Officials
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15.04.035 California Building Code amendments.

These are the amendments due to climatic, geological, and topographical findings. These amendments are more restrictive than the model code.

This chapter contains the local amendments and clarifications to the technical requirements of the 2025 California Building Code. Proposed changes result in regulations consistent with the city’s current building code and are also consistent with the fire code in Chapter 15.06.

Section 105.2 amended – Work exempt from permit.

Section 105.2 items 1 and 2 amended to read as follows:

1. One-story residential detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided that the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet (11.15 mm2). It is permissible that these structures still be regulated by Section 710A, despite exemption from permit.

2. Residential fences not over 7 feet (2134 mm) high, not including masonry block wall fences.

Section 110.3.6 amended – Lath, gypsum board and gypsum panel product inspection.

Section 110.3.6 is amended by omitting the exception.

Section 406.3.2.1 amended – Dwelling unit separation.

Section 406.3.2.1 is amended to read as follows:
406.3.2.1 Dwelling unit separation. If the building is equipped with an automatic residential fire sprinkler system, the private garage shall be separated from the dwelling unit and its attic area by means of a minimum of ½-inch (12.7 mm) gypsum board applied to the garage side.

Garages beneath habitable rooms shall be separated from all habitable rooms above by not less than a 5/8-inch (15.9mm) Type X gypsum board or equivalent and ½-inch (12.7 mm) gypsum board applied to structures supporting the separation from the habitable rooms above the garage. If the building is not equipped with an automatic residential fire sprinkler system, the private garage shall be separated from the dwelling unit and its attic area by means of a minimum of 5/8-inch Type X gypsum board or equivalent applied to the garage side, and to structures supporting the separation.

The remainder of this paragraph remains unchanged.

Section 903.2.1 amended – Group A.

Section 903.2.1 is amended to read as follows:
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903.2.1 Group A. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings and portions thereof used as Group A occupancies as provided in this section. For Group A-1, A-2, A-3, and A-4 occupancies, the automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout the entire building containing a Group A-1, A-2, A-3 or A-4 occupancy. For Group A- 5 occupancies, the automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in the spaces indicated in Section 903.2.1.5.

Section 903.2.1.1 amended - Groups A-1, A-3, and A-4.

Section 903.2.1.1 is amended to read as follows
903.2.1.1 Groups A-1, A-3 and A-4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-1, A-3 and A-4 occupancies.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Assembly rooms or spaces with a cumulative area less than 1,000 square feet (93 m2) where no alcohol is consumed.

2. Group A-3 occupancies located on the level of exit discharge provided the fire area does not exceed 5,000 square feet (464 m2) and the occupant load is less than 100 and the building contains a fire alarm as required by Section 907.2.1.

Section 903.2.1.3 deleted – Group A-3.

Section 903.2.1.3 is deleted.

Section 903.2.1.4 deleted – Group A-4.

Section 903.2.1.4 is deleted.

Section 903.2.2.3 added – Group B.

Section 903.2.2.3 is added to read as follows:
903.2.2.3 Group B. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings containing a Group B occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:

1. A Group B fire area exceeds 10,000 square feet (929 m2);

2. A Group B fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane; or

3. The combined area of all Group B fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds 24,000 square feet (2230 m2).

Section 903.2.3 amended – Group E.

Section 903.2.3 is amended to read as follows:
903.2.3 Group E. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group E occupancies as follows:
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1. Throughout all Group E fire areas greater than 10,000 square feet (929 m2) in area.

2. The Group E fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such occupancies.

Exception: In buildings where every classroom has not fewer than one exterior exit door at ground level, an automatic sprinkler system is not required in any area below the lowest level of exit discharge serving that area.

3. The Group E fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.

4. In rooms or areas with special hazards such as laboratories, vocational shops and other such areas where hazardous materials in quantities not exceeding the maximum allowable quantity are used or stored.

5. Throughout any Group E structure greater than 10,000 square feet (929 m2) in area, which contains more than one fire area, and which is separated into two or more buildings by fire walls of not less than 4- hour fire-resistance rating without openings.

6. For public school state-funded construction projects see Section 903.2.19.

7. For public school campuses, Kindergarten through 12th grade, see Section 903.2.20.

Section 903.2.4 amended – Group F.

Section 903.2.4 is amended to read as follows:
903.2.4 Group F. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing a Group F occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:

1. A Group F fire area exceeds 10,000 square feet (929 m2);

2. A Group F fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane;

3. The combined area of all Group F fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds 24,000 square feet (2230 m2).

4. A Group F-1 occupancy is used to manufacture lithium-ion or lithium metal batteries.

5. A Group F-1 occupancy is used to manufacture vehicles, energy storage systems or equipment containing lithium-ion or lithium metal batteries where the batteries are installed as part of the manufacturing process.

6. A Group F-1 fire area is used for cannabis cultivation, processing or extraction.

Section 903.2.7 amended – Group M.

Section 903.2.7, is amended to read as follows:
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903.2.7 Group M. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings containing a Group M occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:

1. A Group M fire area exceeds 10,000 square feet (929 m2).

2. A Group M fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane.

3. The combined area of all Group M fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds 24,000 square feet (2230 m2).

4. The structure exceeds 10,000 square feet (929 m2), contains more than one fire area containing a Group M occupancy and is separated into two or more buildings by fire walls of not less than 4- hour fire-resistance rating without openings.

5. A Group M fire area is used for retail of cannabis or cannabis products.

Section 903.2.8.4 added – Manufactured Homes.

Section 903.2.8.4 is added to Chapter 9 of the Kern County Fire Code to read as follows:
903.2.8.4 Manufactured Homes. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in new manufactured homes, as defined in Health and Safety Code Sections 18007 & 18009, and multiple family manufactured homes with two dwelling units, as defined in Health and Safety Code Section 18008.7, in accordance with Title 25 of the California Code of Regulations.

Section 903.2.9 amended – Group S-1.

Section 903.2.9, is amended to read as follows:
903.2.9 Group S-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing a Group S-1 occupancy where one of the following conditions exists;

1. A Group S-1 fire area exceeds 10,000 square feet (909 m2)

2. A Group S-1 fire area is located more than three stories above grade plan.

3. The combined area of all Group S-1 fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds 10,000 square feet (929 m2)

4. A Group S-1 fire area used for storage of commercial motor vehicles where the fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet (464 m2)

5. A Group S-1 fire area used for the storage of lithium-ion or lithium metal powered vehicles where the fire area exceeds 500 square feet (46.4 m2).

6. A Group S-1 fire area storing cannabis or cannabis products.

Section 903.2.9.1 amend repair garages.

Section 903.2.9.1 is amended to read as follows:
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903.2.9.1 Repair garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings used as repair garages in accordance with the Kern County Building Code, as follows:

1. Buildings with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding 10,000 square feet (929 m2).

2. Buildings with a repair garage servicing vehicles parked in the basement.

3. A Group S-1 fire area used for the repair of commercial motor vehicles where the fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet (464 m2).

4. A Group S-1 fire area used for the storage of lithium-ion or lithium metal powered vehicles where the fire area exceeds 500 square feet (46.4 ms).

Section 903.2.10 amended – Group S-2.

Section 903.2.10 is amended to read as follows:
903.2.10 Group S-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings classified as a Group S-2 occupancy where one of the following conditions exist:

1. A Group S-2 fire area exceeds 10,000 square feet (929 m2).

2. Where an enclosed parking garage is located beneath other occupancy groups.

Exception: Enclosed parking garages located beneath Group R-3 occupancies

3. The combined area of all Group S-2 fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds 24,000 square feet (2230 m2).

Section 903.2.11.3 amended – Multi-story buildings and buildings 55 feet or more in height.

Section 903.2.11.3 is amended to read as follows:
903.2.11.3 Multi-story buildings and buildings 55 feet or more in height. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout buildings more than 3 stories in height or with a floor level having an occupant load of 30 or more that is located 55 feet (16,764 mm) or more above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.

Section 903.3.1.2.3 amended – Attics.

Section 903.3.1.2.3, Item 3 is amended to read as follows:

3. Attics not required to have Item 1 to be equipped with automatic sprinklers shall comply with one of the following if the building is more than two stories in height:
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3.1 Provide automatic sprinkler protection throughout the attic.

3.2 Construct the attic using noncombustible materials.

3.3 Construct the attic using fire-retardant-treated wood complying with Section 2303.2 of the International Building Code.

3.4 Fill the attic with noncombustible insulation.

Section 903.3.11 added – Fire sprinkler control room.

Section 903.3.11 is added to read as follows:
903.3.11 Fire sprinkler control room. When an automatic fire sprinkler system is installed in a building constructed for multiple tenants and the system protects multiple tenant spaces, the main controls, risers, gauges and appurtenances shall be located in an attached room or enclosure with access only from an exterior door which has a minimum size of 3’-0” wide and 6’-8” high. The equipment required to be in the fire sprinkler control room shall be located in the fire alarm control room when one is required in accordance with Section 907.9.

Section 903.6 added – Existing buildings.

Section 903.6 is added to read as follows:
903.6 Existing Buildings. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in existing buildings as required in Sections 903.6.1 through 903.6.3. 903.6.1 Pyroxylin Plastic. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in all existing buildings where cellulose nitrate film or pyroxylin plastics are manufactured, stored or handled where required in Chapter 11. 903.6.2 Group I-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in Group I-2 where required in Chapter 11.
903.6.3 Existing buildings. In other than Group U occupancies, when the floor area of an existing building is increased and the total floor area exceeds ten thousand (10,000) square feet (929 m2) before or after the addition, or is otherwise required to be equipped with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with this code, an automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout the entire building.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. If new or existing fire areas are clearly established within the limits of this code and approved by the Fire and Building Official.

2. Where a fire wall of 4-hour fire- resistance-rated construction without openings is installed to separate the new and existing portions of the building, only the new portion need comply.

Section 905.5.3 deleted – Class II system 1-inch hose.

Section 905.5.3 is deleted.
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Section 907.2.1 amended – Group A.

Section 907.2.1 The first paragraph of 907.2.1 is amended to read as follows:
907.2.1 Group A. A manual alarm system that activates the occupant notification system in accordance with 907.5 shall be installed in all Group A occupancies.

Exceptions:

1. Manual fire alarm boxes are not required where the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 and the occupant notification appliances will activate throughout the notification zones upon sprinkler water flow.

2. Manual fire alarm boxes and the associated occupant notification system or emergency voice/alarm communication system are not required for Group A-5 outdoor bleacher-type seating having an occupant load of greater than or equal to 300 and less than 15,000 occupants, provided that all of the following are met:

2.1. A public address system with standby power is provided.

2.2. Enclosed spaces attached to or within 5 feet (1524 mm) of the outdoor bleacher type seating compose, in the aggregate, a maximum of 10 percent of the overall area of the outdoor bleacher-type seating or 1,000 square feet (92.9 m2), whichever is less.

2.3. Enclosed accessory spaces under or attached to the outdoor bleacher-type seating shall be separated from the bleacher-type seating in accordance with Section 1030.1.1.1.

2.4. All means of egress from the bleacher-type seating are open to the outside.

3. Manual fire alarm boxes and the associated occupant notification system or emergency voice/alarm communication system are not required for temporary Group A-5 outdoor bleacher-type seating, provided that all of the following are met:

3.1. There are no enclosed spaces under or attached to the outdoor bleacher-type seating.

3.2. The bleacher-type seating is erected for a period of less than 180 days.

3.3. Evacuation of the bleacher-type seating is included in an approved fire safety plan.

Every Group A building used for educational purposes shall be provided with a manual or automatic fire alarm system. This provision shall apply to, but shall not necessarily be limited to, every community college and university.

Exception: Privately owned trade or vocational schools or any firm or company which provides educational facilities and instructions for its employees.

Section 907.2.8.1 amended – Manual fire alarm systems.
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Section 907.2.8.1 is amended to read as follows:
907.2.8.1 Manual Fire Alarm System. A manual fire alarm system that activates the occupant notification system in accordance with Section 907.5 shall be installed in Group R-1 occupancies.

Exception: Manual fire alarm boxes are only required at exterior exit doors on the level of exit discharge if the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2.

Section 907.2.9.1 amended – Manual Fire Alarm Systems.

Section 907.2.9.1 of Chapter 9 of the Kern County Fire Code is amended by deleting Exception 1.

Section 907.9 added – Fire alarm control room.

Section 907.9 is added to read as follows:
907.9 Fire alarm control room. When a fire alarm system is installed in a building constructed for multiple tenants and the system protects multiple tenant spaces, the fire alarm control panel and appurtenances shall be located in an attached room or enclosure with access only from an exterior door which has a minimum size of 3’0” wide and 6’8” high. In buildings with a required fire sprinkler control room in accordance with Section 903.3.11, the equipment required to be in the fire alarm control room and the equipment required in the fire sprinkler control room can be collocated in one room.

Sect
ion 1607.1 amended – Minimum Uniformly Distributed Live Loads and Minimum Concentrated Live Loads.

Table 1607.1, Line 4 of item 26 is amended to read as follows:

Habitable attics and sleeping rooms – 40 psf
The remainder of item 26 of this table remains unchanged.

Section 3109.3 added – Protection from adjacent properties.

Section 3109.3 is added to read as follows:
31 09.3 Protection from adjacent properties. Swimming pools and spas protected by the two safety devices required by Section 115922 of the Health and Safety Code, but which are not protected by an enclosure that complies with Section 115923, shall be additionally protected by an enclosure in accordance with the Health and Safety Code, Section 115923 or power-operated pool cover to prevent unsupervised access by children from adjacent properties and from the public way. This protection shall be provided by means of one of the following safety measures:

1. A non-climbable enclosure/barrier placed along the property line, or within the same property as the pool or spa, that is not less than 60 inches in height measured from grade on the side of the enclosure/barrier opposite to the pool, and which isolates the pool or the spa from 25 of 77
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adjacent properties and the public way. The enclosure/barrier shall comply with the most stringent requirements for barriers in the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code or Section 115923 of the Health and Safety Code.

2. A power-op erated pool cover that is listed as meeting the performance standards of ASTM F1346-91.

15.04.040 California Residential Code amendments.

These are the amendments due to climatic, geological, and topographical findings. These amendments are more restrictive than the model code.

Table R301.5 amended – Minimum Uniformly Distributed Live Loads Table R301.5 is amended as follows:

The required live load for “Sleeping areas” is amended to 40 pounds per square foot (psf) uniform load. The remainder of Table R301.5 remains unchanged.

Section R309.2 amended – One- and two-family dwellings automatic fire sprinkler systems.

Item No. 1 of Section R309.2 is amended to read as follows:

1. An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall not be required for additions or alterations to existing one- and two-family dwellings that are not already provided with an automatic residential sprinkler system unless the alteration involves reconstruction of 90% or more of the structure above the slab/foundation. Any existing structure that is being converted to a one- or two- family dwelling for the first time is considered a new dwelling.

Section R302.6 amended – Dwelling unit garage and/or carport separation.

Section R302.6 is amended by adding a sentence to read as follows:

In one and two-family dwellings that do not have an automatic residential fire sprinkler system, all references in Table R302.6 to “1/2-inch gypsum board” shall be revised to read “5/8-inch Type X gypsum board.” Section R401.1 amended – Application.

Section R401.1 shall be amended by replacing the last sentence of the first paragraph and all of the listed exceptions with the following:

Wood foundations shall not be permitted.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Non-occupied, single story, detached wood or metal storage sheds and similar uses other than a garage or carport, may be 26 of 77
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supported on skids provided the skids are anchored to the surface, the building width does not exceed 14 feet, the building length does not exceed 40 feet, the plate height does not exceed 12 feet above grade at any point, and the maximum roof projection does not exceed 24 inches.

2. At the discretion of the building official, pressure treated wood posts or poles embedded in earth or in concrete footings may be used for minor accessory buildings, typically limited to 200 square feet, and nonbuilding structures.

15.04.045 C
alifornia Electric Code amendments.

Section 110.1.1 Added – Electrical Work and Service Panel Installations No person shall install, alter or repair electrical wiring or electrical service panels unless he is qualified, except that:

A. A property owner may do electrical work on his own property excluding installation of electrical service panels;
B. A homeowner may do electrical work on his residence excluding installation of electrical service panels.

Section 250.50 amended – Grounding electrode system. This amendment is due to geological findings.

Subsection 250.50 is amended by adding the following sentence:

On ne
w construction, where reinforced concrete footings are placed, a grounding electrode complying with Article 250.52 (A)(3) shall be installed.

Se
ction 250.104(B) – Bonding of Piping System and Exposed Structural Metal Other Metal Piping – Amended
Su
bsection 250.104(B) is amended as follows:

If
installed in or attached to a building or structure, a metal piping system(s), including gas piping, that is likely to become energized shall be bonded to the service equipment enclosure.

The
bonding conductor(s) or jumper(s) shall be sized in accordance with Table 250.122, and equipment grounding conductors shall be sized in accordance with Table 250.122 using the rating of the circuit that is likely to energize the piping system(s). The points of attachment of the bonding jumper(s) shall be accessible.

All in
formational notes in this section shall remain the same.

15.04.050 Findings.

The city council of the city of Wasco finds and declares that the additions, modifications, and changes made to the codes are necessary for the protection 27 of 77
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of the public health, safety, and welfare due to climatic, geological, or top
ographical conditions. These amendments are authorized under Health and Safety Code Sections 18941.5 and 17958 and are identified as follows:

A. Express Finding Number 1: Climatic.

1. The city of Wasco is in the seventy miles per hour wind zone; this results in frequent movement and shifting of buildings, structures, and associated systems serving those facilities.

2. The city of Wasco receives an average rainfall of seven or more inches per year. Heavy storms are very infrequent and precipitation events from a given storm are typically minimal.

3. The city of Wasco is susceptible to extended periods of Tule fog. These conditions cause loss of visibility. This condition often results in multiple vehicle accidents which will commit emergency resources for extended periods of time, as well as create driving difficulties for emergency equipment resulting in delayed response times to fires and other emergencies.

B. Express Finding Number 2: Geological.

1. The city is located in seismic zone 4. Built-in fire protection and other safety measures, such as limitations of building height, stories, areas, and the anchoring of the structure to the foundation would provide a higher level of safety for building occupants, emergency responders, and property. This is even more critical in high occupancy (assembly) buildings where the potential loss of life is very high. Minor earthquakes occur causing movement and shifting of buildings, structures, and associated systems serving those facilities.

C. Express Finding Number 3: Topographical.

1. The city of Wasco drops in elevation +/- 50 feet from the east to the northwest of the natural flow of the land.

15.04.060 Filing of findings.

The city clerk is directed to file a copy of the ordinance codified in this chapter with the California Building Standards Commission of the state of California.

15.04.065 Interpretation.

The provisions of this code are enacted for the public health, safety, and welfare and are to be liberally construed to obtain the beneficial purposes thereof as specified in Chapter 1 of the Building Code.

15.04.070 Liability.

The provisions of this code shall not be construed as imposing upon the City of Wasco any liability or responsibility for damage to persons or property resulting from defective work, nor shall the city of Wasco, or any official, employee or agent thereof, be held as assuming any such liability or responsibility by reason of 28 of 77
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the review or inspection authorized by the provisions of this code or of any permits or certificates issued under this code.

Section 4: Effective date and publication
The ordinance codified in this chapter shall take effect on January 1, 2026, after its adoption and pursuant to resolution, published in summary format prior to adoption and within fifteen days after its adoption in a newspaper of general circulation published and circulated in the city of Wasco.

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. -o0o-
IN
TRODUCED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Wasco on the 18th day of November 2025.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Wasco on the day 2nd of December, 2025, by the following votes:

COU
NCIL MEMBERS: MARTINEZ, MEDINA, RAYA, REYNA, SALDANA AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

Va lentine 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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PROOF OF PUBLICATION
(2015.5C.C.P.)
(GENERAL FORM)
STATE OF CALIFORNIA,,}·, ss.

County of Kern
I, the undersigned, am a c1t1zen of the United
States and a resident of the County aforesaid;
I am over the age of eighteen years, and not a
part of or interested in the above entitled mat
ter. I am the chief clerk/publisher of the Wasco
Tribune, a newspaper of general circulation, pub
lished weekly, in the City of Wasco, County of
Kern, and which newspaper has been adjudged a
newspaper of general circulation and published
by the Superior court order number 183950, of
the county of Kern; that the notice, of which the
annexed is a printed copy, has been published in
each regular and entire issue of said newspaper
and in any supplement
thereof on the following
dates, to-wit:

November 6, 2025
I certify ( or declare) under the penalty of perjury
that the foregoing is true and correct.

DUU!,Q, iw-,;u,, f'!!-ignature)
Executed on November 6, 2025
at Shafter, California
The Wasco Tribune
PO Box 789
Shafter, CA 93263
Phone (661)292-5100

PUBLIC NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE
Notice of Public Hearing
City Council Meeting Date of
November 18, 2025
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a
public hearing will be held before
• the City of Wasco City Council on
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at
6:00 P.M. or soon thereafter in the
City Council Chambers located at
746 8th Street, Wasco, California, to
consider the following:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO

REPEALING AND RE-ENACTING
CHAPTER 15.04 OF THE CITY

OF WASCO MUNICIPAL CODE

RELATING TO BUILDINGS AND

BUILDING REGULATIONS, AND

ADOPTING BY REFERENCE

THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF
REGULATIONS TITLE 24, 2025

I EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA

BUILDING STANDARDS CODE

I AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
I WASCO REPEALING AND RE
ENACTING CHAPTER 15.08 OF

THE CITY OF WASCO MUNICIPAL

CODE RELATING TO THE FIRE

PREVENTION CODE
The Municipal Code text changes
and any supporting documents may
be reviewed during normal busines�
hours at the Planning Department
located a 764 "E" Street, Wasco,
CA 93280. Any person wishing to
testify on the above project may
appear before the City Council at
their hearing of November 18, 2025,
or may submit written
comments on
or before November 18, 2025.

If you challenge this proposal, or
any aspect of it in court, you may be
limited to raising only those issues
you or someone else raised at the
public hearing described in this
notice, or in written correspondence
delivered to the City of Wasco
Planning Department, 764 "E"
Street, Wasco, CA 93280, at, or
prior to the public hearing.

If you need special assistance
to participate in the meetings
described in this notice, please
contact the City Clerk's Office
at (661) 758-7215 to make
reasonable arrangements to ensure
accessibility to these meetings.

Telephone (661) 758-7215 or via
California Relay Service (Hearing
Impaired Only). Requests for
assistance should be made at least
two (2) days in advance whenever
possible.

If you have any questions, you
may contact the Community
Development Department at (661)
758-7200.
/s/ Monica Flores, CPMC.

Deputy City Clerk
Publish Wasco Tnbtme November 6,
2025
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.

TO: Ho
norable Mayor and Council Members
FRO
M: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Keri Cobb, Community Development Director
Rafael Villarreal, Building Inspector II
DA
TE: December 2, 2025
SUB
JECT: Adopt and Waive the Second Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco Repealing and Re-enacting Chapter 15.08 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code Relating to Fire Prevention Regulations, and Adopting by Reference the California Code of Regulations Title 24, Part 9, 2025 Edition of the California Building Standards Code
Recom
mendation:

Staff recommends that the City Council:
1) Ad
opt and waive the second reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Wasco Repealing and Re- enacting Chapter 15.08 of the City of Wasco Municipal Code Relating to Fire Prevention Regulations, and Adopting by Reference the California Code of Regulations Title 24, Pa rts 9, 2025 Edition of the California Building Standards Code; and
2) Fi
nd 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:

Discussion:

Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 18938 (c), the California Building Standards Commission updates State building code standards every three years, and cities and

STAFF REPORT
City of Wasco
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counties must re -adopt their local building codes to be consistent with the State standards. The 2025 edition of the California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Parts 1 -12, is now available for local adoption, to become effective January 1, 2026.

Chapter 15.08 of the Wasco Municipal Code contains the City’s fire prevention standards and indicates which of the State building fire codes are adopted by the City. As indicated in the ordinance amendment, the adoption of this ordinance will adopt Part 9 of the California Code of Regulations, Title 24 , by reference and as modified and amended by Chapter 17.32 Fire Code of the Ordinance Code of the County of Kern. The updated codes will become effective January 1, 2026, and will apply for the next three years until Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations is again updated.

Fi
scal Impact:

At
tachments:

1. Re-enacted Chapter 15.08, Fire Prevention Code

2. Proof of Publication
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ORDINANCE NO. 2025-_________
AN

ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO REPEALING AND RE- ENACTING CHAPTER 15.08 OF THE CITY OF WASCO MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO FIRE

PREVENTION REGULATIONS, AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS TITLE 24, PART 9, 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
The City Council of the City of Wasco does ordain as follows:

Section 1: Repeal
Chapter 15.08 of the Wasco Municipal Code is hereby repealed in its entirety.

Section 2: Purpose and Authority
The purpose of this Ordinance is to adopt by reference the 2025 edition of the California Building Standards Code, Title 24, Part 9 of the California Code of regulations, subject to the definitions, clarifications, and amendments set forth in this Ordinance. The purpose of this Ordinance is also to provide minimum requirements and standards for the protection of the public safety, health, property and welfare of the City of Wasco.

Chapter 15.08 amendments also keep the City consistent with the Kern County Fire Department from which the City contracts services. This Ordinance is adopted under the authority of Government Code Subsection 50022.2 and Health and Safety Code Section 18941.5.

Section 3: Reenacted
Chapter 15.08 of the Wasco Municipal Code, Wasco Fire Prevention Code, is hereby reenacted and adopted to read as follows:

15.08.010 California Fire Code adopted.

That portion of the 2025 California Building Standards Code that imposes substantially the same requirements as are contained in the International Fire Code, 2021 Edition, published by the International Code Council and the California Building Standards Commission with errata, together with those portions of the International Fire Code, 2024 Edition, including Appendices B, C, D and H, published by the International Code Council not included in the California Fire Code, as modified and amended by Chapter 17.32 Fire Code, Title 17 of the Ordinance Code of the County of Kern and this chapter, are collectively declared to be the Fire Code of the City of Wasco.

15.08.020 Development standards.

Any reference to the Kern County development standards in Chapter 17.32 of the Kern County ordinance code shall mean the city of Wasco development standards.
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15.08.030 R eference to City of Wasco.

Any reference to the unincorporated area of the county of Kern in Chapter 17.32 of the Kern County ordinance code shall mean the incorporated area of the city of Wasco.

15.08.040 Board of appeals.

Section 17.32.045 of the Kern County ordinance code is amended to read as follows:
111.
1 Board of appeals established.

Any decision of the fire code official relating to the interpretation of this code, or to the standards referred to hereinabove, shall be subject to appeal to the Board of Building Appeals, upon payment of the fee required for City of Wasco Building Code appeals to that Board. Any decision of the Board of Building Appeals shall be subject to appeal to the City Council.

15.08.050 Violation penalties.

A. Except as provided herein, any person who shall violate a provision of this code or who shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or fail to comply with any order made thereunder by competent authority, or who shall erect, install, alter, repair or do work which deviates from any specifications or plans submitted to and approved by the Fire Marshal, or of a permit or certificate issued under provisions of this code shall for each and every such violation or failure to comply be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000 or imprisonment in the county jail of the County of Kern for not more than six months, or both such fine and imprisonment.

B. Any person who violates Chapter 56 of the Fire Code or Sections 17.32.055 or 17.32.270 of the Kern County Fire Code shall be assessed an administrative penalty. An administrative penalty under this paragraph shall be a fine not exceeding one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00) for the first violation; a fine not exceeding two thousand dollars ($2,000.00) for a second violation within five years from the date of the first violation; and a fine not exceeding two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500.00) for each additional violation within five years from the date of the first violation.

C. The administrative penalty for any violation of any other section of this code shall be as provided in Kern County Ordinance Code Section

8.54.120.

D. All enforcement of administrative penalties shall be conducted pursuant to Chapter 8.54 of the Kern County Ordinance Code.

E. A conviction for any offense under the provisions of this code shall not excuse the violation or authorize its continuance and the person or persons convicted of such offense shall be required to correct or remedy any condition or installation which fails to comply with the requirements of this code with reasonable diligence. Each day that a condition prohibited 34 of 77
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by the provisions of this code is caused or permitted to be maintained or continued shall constitute a separate and distinct offense.

15.08.070 E ffective date and publication.

The ordinance codified in this chapter shall take effect on January 1, 2026, after its adoption and pursuant to resolution, published in summary format prior to adoption and within fifteen days after its adoption in a newspaper of general circulation published and circulated in the city of Wasco.

Section 4: Effective date and publication
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. -o0o-
INTRODUCED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Wasco on the 18th day of November 2025.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Wasco on the day 2nd of December, 2025, by the following votes:

COU
NCIL MEMBERS: MARTINEZ, MEDINA, RAYA, REYNA, SALDANA, AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

VAL ENTINE 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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PROOF OF PUBLICATION
(2015.5C.C.P.)
(GENERAL FORM)
STATE OF CALIFORNIA,,}·, ss.

November 6, 2025
I certify ( or declare) under the penalty of perjury
that the foregoing is true and correct.

DUU!,Q, iw-,;u,, f'!!-ignature)
Executed on November 6, 2025
at Shafter, California
The Wasco Tribune
PO Box 789
Shafter, CA 93263
Phone (661)292-5100

PUBLIC NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE
Notice of Public Hearing
City Council Meeting Date of
November 18,
2025
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a
public hearing will be held before
• the City of Wasco City Council on
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at
6:00 P.M. or soon thereafter in the
City Council Chambers located at
746 8th Street, Wasco, California, to
consider the following:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO

REPEALING AND RE-ENACTING
CHAPTER 15.04 OF THE CITY

OF WASCO MUNICIPAL CODE

RELATING TO BUILDINGS AND

BUILDING REGULATIONS,
AND

ADOPTING BY REFERENCE

THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF
REGULATIONS TITLE 24, 2025

I EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA

BUILDING STANDARDS CODE

I AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
I WASCO REPEALING AND RE
ENACTING CHAPTER 15.08 OF
THE

CITY OF WASCO MUNICIPAL

CODE RELATING TO THE FIRE

Telephone (661) 758-7215 or via
California Relay Service (Hearing
Impaired Only). Requests for
assistance should be made at least
two (2) days in advance whenever
possible.

If you have any questions, you
may contact the Community
Development Department at (661)
758-7200.
/s/ Monica Flores, CPMC.

Deputy City Clerk
Publish Wasco Tnbtme November 6,
2025
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.

TO: Ho
norable Mayor and Council Members
FRO
M: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Luis Villa, Public Works Director
DA
TE: December 2, 2025
SUB
JECT: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Approve and Execute a Purchase Order in an amount not to exceed $18,000.00 for Replacement Parts for Wastewater Compactor #2 with SAVECO North America Inc.

Recommendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:
1) Ad
opt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to approve and execute a purchase order in an amount not to exceed $18,000.00 for replacement parts for Wastewater Compactor #2 with SAVECO North America Inc., and 2) Fi
nd that this action is not a project as defined under the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15 378, no environmental review is required.

Environmental Review:

The staff has reviewed the proposed activity for complian ce with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). It 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 activ ity 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.

Di
scussion:

An integral part of the wastewater treatment facility is the headworks, which , in theory, removes all inorganics that enter the facility and cannot be treated. This includes two - bar rakes and compactors used to squeeze solids dry and dispose of them in trash bins before they cau se negative impacts downstream. Due to the corrosive nature of the wastewater entering the plant, all mechanical components experience typical wear and tear, necessitating the replacement of the compactor internals in unit #2.

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As mentioned in the attached sole-source letter, SAVECO North America, Inc. is the sole source for the manufacturer of our current compactor. Therefore, staff requested a quote for $13,222.75, excluding taxes and shipping, which will be determined at the time of shipment. Funds out of the wastewater enterprise operating budget will be used to cover these repairs.

Fi
scal Impact:

The total purchase including taxes and estimated shipping cost is not expected to exceed $18,000.00. The equipment repair account from the wastewater enter prise will be used to fund these repairs.

At
tachments:

1. Resolution

2. Quote

3. Sole Source Letter
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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 AND EXECUTE A PURCHASE ORDER IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $18,000.00 FOR THE REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR WASTEWATER COMPACTOR #2 WITH SAVECO NORTH AMERICA INC.

WHEREAS, th
e City intends to purchase a replacement auger part from SAVECO North America, Inc., and
WHEREAS, a s
ole source letter was obtained from SAVECO North America Inc. identifying them as the sole distributor for the auger city owns; and WHEREAS, the p
urchase of this unit will be funded from the wastewater operating budget for FY 25/26; and
WHEREAS, a quot
e was obtained from SAVECO for an amount of $ 13,222.75, excluding shipping and taxes.

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

SECTION 1: A
uthorizes the City Manager or designee to approve and execute a purchase order for an amount not to exceed $18,000.00 for replacement parts for Wastewater Compactor #2 with SAVECO North America Inc. , as attached hereto as Exhibit “A”.

SECTION 2: A
uthorizes the City Manager or designee to make the necessary budget appropriations for the acquisition of these parts.
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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 December 3, 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: ___________________
___
__________________________
MARIA O. MARTINEZ
CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
The Council of the City of Wasco
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QUOTATION
Quantity Item Description Unit Price Amount
Quote Requested by:

Casey Rebmann on behalf of Wasco
Recommended:

1.00 FSMP-111235 SPW 200 Screw with Brush, w/o armoured 13,322.75 13,322.75 protecting L1200-B700 in carbon steel, PN:
111235 (replacing 102556 but with brush)
Prepaid shipping, billed at actual cost.

Lead Time: 1 week
Quote Number: P25230-00
Quote Date: Oct 31, 2025
Sales Rep
Quoted To:

COOMBS - HOPKINS
2011 PALOMAR AIRPORT ROAD
SUITE 303
CARLSBAD, CA 92011
USA
Good Thru
11/30/25
Customer ID Payment Terms
Page:

COOMBS Net 30 Days COOMBS
1 TOTAL 13,322.75
Sales Tax
Subtotal 13,322.75
Saveco North America Inc.
1570 Saint Paul Ave
Gurnee, IL 60031-2148
US
Voice:

Fax:
815.636.8306
815.636.8302
EXHIBIT "A"
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October 29th , 2025
To Whom It may Concern
SAVÉCO North America, Inc. is the sole source and only authorized dealer in North America for OEM parts on any equipment sold by FSM Frankenberger GmbH & Co. KG (FSM). All equipment either produced by FSM directly or under license by an authorized partner is the sole design of FSM.

Parts supplied by other vendors do not meet OEM standards or requirements. Installing on your equipment a part other than a specified OEM product by SAVÉCO North America, Inc. could affect your warranty on the equipment as well as the longevity of the unit.

Please see attached letter from FSM regarding representation in North America.

For all your equipment parts needs, please contact our local sales rep: Coombs Hopkins & DC Frost 2011 Palomar Airport Road, Suite 303
Carlsbad, CA 92011
TEL: (760) 385-6413
CONTACT: Casey Rebmann
EMAIL: [email protected]
Please contact me
if you have any further questions.

Best Regards,
Stephen Rioux
President
Email: [email protected]
PH: 224-302-0308
Attachments:

FSM Authorization Letter
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TO: Ho
norable Mayor and Council Members
FRO
M: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Luis Villa, Public Works Director
DA
TE: December 2, 2025
SUB
JECT: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Approve a Purchase Order with Jones Snyder & Associates for a City -Wide Survey Control Project in an amount not to exceed $45,000.00.

Recommendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:
1) Ad
opt a resolution Authoriz ing the City Manager or designee to approve a purchase order with Jones Snyder & Associates for a City-Wide Survey Control Project in an amount not to exceed $45,000.00, and
2) Fi
nd that this Project is classified as categorically exempt pursuant to CEQA Section 15304a. No environmental review is required.

Environmental Review:

Staff has reviewed the proposed Project for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the Project is categorically exempt pursuant to CEQA Section 1530 4 (a) because the project only includes minor alterations to land.

Ba
ckground:

With the purchase of City-owned land surveying equipment a couple of years ago, Staff have been conducting more and more surveys for road project designs, utilities , and other similar purposes.

An
integral part of each survey is the establishment of "control”. This task requires the establishment of semi-permanent markers, such as nails, engr avings, physical markings, benchmark monuments etc., that can be referenced if the area is re -surveyed in the future.

Di
scussion:

There are various downfalls to not having a centralized control network . Some key downfalls are:

1. Ea
ch Project design is based upon a different control system.

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a. Multiple control systems require more Staff time. Time that could instead be spent on actual design or other tasks.
b. Multiple control systems do not typically allow projects to be accurately meshed together within the computer -aided drafting (CAD) programs resulting in more files and more time spent setting up each design file while also not allowing past project files to be meshed together for larger scale designs.

2. Accuracy
a. Temporary control systems can be disturbed before project completion , causing other complications and requiring additional staff time to re - establish control in an attempt to keep construction accurate to the design.

3. GIS Inconsistencies
a. The City's GIS system was established upon physical measuremen ts, which were then manually transferred into the GIS program. These measurements are not based upon any sort of control and are utilized by staff by overlaying the measured lines onto Google Earth images. This method is also utilized with parcel informati on provided by the County. The establishment of a city -wide control network would allow these measurements and parcels to be aligned with real-world coordinates, thus allowing Staff to have a much more accurate view of utility and property line locations.

In a
ddition to the city-wide control network, Staff requested that the Consultant provide pricing for:

1. Monument preservation survey
- This survey will provide accurate coordinate information for existing centerline monuments around the City. This data can be utilized to create an accurate centerline map of the City (based upon the new control network), integrate existing monuments into future designs, improve GIS accuracy, and more.

2. City Wide Ortho Photo
- The Consultant would provide a drone-captured orthophoto mosaic compiled from multiple images and processed into a geospatially accurate, Google-Earth- style map. This map would be at a much higher resolution than Google Earth, and the geospatial accuracy would allow for our GIS overlays and the County parcel data to be accurately represented over top of the image. This data would likely be heavily utilized by multiple City Departments.

Fi
scal Impact:

The City Council approved in 2020 a Citywide Pavement Preservation Project #20215 , established to provide consecutive years of funding for pavement preservation Projects.

Due to the direct benefit of this proposed project to future pavement preservation projects, Staff is proposing to utilize these funds for this work.

At
tachments:

1. Resolution

2. Consultant 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 A PURCHASE ORDER WITH JONES SNYDER &

ASSOCIATES FOR A CITY-WIDE SURVEY CONTROL PROJECT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $45,000.00.

WHEREAS, th
e City wishes to contract with Janes Snyder & Associates to perform Professional Land Surveying Services; and

WHEREAS,
the services provided are described in th e proposal attached hereto as Exhibit “A”.

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

SECTION 1: A
uthorizes the City Manager or designee to approve a purchase order with Jones Snyder & Associates for a City -Wide Survey Control Project in an amount not to exceed $45,000.00.

SECTION 2: Authorizes the City Manager or designee to make the necessary budget appropriations for the acquisition of this project.
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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 December 2, 2025, by the following vote:

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

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:
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__________________________

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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40315 Junction Dr, Suite H
Oakhurst, CA 93644
(559) 683-7661
www.jssurveying.com
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November 19, 2025
Kameron Arnold, P.E.

Deputy Director, Public Works
[email protected]
Re: City of Wasco – Survey Control Project
Kameron:

Based on our conversation and the information that you provided, I am submitting a proposal for the installation and precision survey of city control monuments for the City of Wasco, CA.

Project Area

City of Wasco, CA
EXHIBIT "A"
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Project Understanding
The City of Wasco is a rapidly growing city. As growth occurs it is important that design, construction, and as-built documentation of infrastructure be captured on a uniform horizontal and vertical coordinate system that will allow for accuracy and consistency across projects. Establishment of a uniform city control network is the backbone of any Geographic Information System (GIS). The control network would allow for all future designs to be integrated more efficiently into existing Public Works systems. In addition to public works applications, such a control network can also provide a uniform way for police services to accurately and consistently document automobile accidents.

Scope of Work

 Set 25 – 30 new control monuments.
o Proposed locations are shown on the Project Area map above, but a can be modified based on City preferences prior to start of work
o The majority of the monuments will be 2” Aluminum Caps set flush in concrete sidewalk or curb. If existing concrete is not available, an aluminum well monument will be set.

For the purpose of this proposal, it is assumed that a maximum of 5 well monuments will be set.
o A sample of the proposed monument design is shown below  Control Survey
o Perform a Static GPS survey to establish coordinates for new control monuments  Mapping and Calculations
o Perform Static GPS baseline processing and network adjustment using NGS OPUS Projects software and methodology in conformance with National Geodetic Survey (NGS) recommendations
o Resulting Accuracies will meet or exceed Caltrans Accuracy Standards for a ±2cm network reported at the 95% confidence interval
o Horizontal Coordinate System to based on the California Coordinate System of 1983 (CCS83 – Zone 5) U.S. Survey Ft.
o Vertical Datum to be North American Vertical Datum of 1988 (NAVD88) (Geoid 18) o Prepare and file a Record of Survey with Kern County. Mapping to include detailed monument descriptions and resulting coordinates for each new control monument  Data transfer and integration
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o Provide coordinates of control points together with OPUS Projects least squares statistical analysis adjustment report
o Provide an AutoCAD DWG file containing control monument positions o Work with county staff to ensure data compatibility and integration into existing mapping and data storage systems.

Optional Tasks

 Monument Preservation Survey
o Perform a Real Time Kinematic (RTK) survey of existing and readily available centerline monumentation and include resulting coordinates in the above described deliverables  City Wide Ortho Photo (Excluding Prison unless authorized) o Provide a ±2” ground resolution color orthophoto covering the city limits o Photo to be delivered in MrSID or equivalent GIS compatible format Fees

Jones Snyder & Associates will supply all labor, equipment and material necessary to provide surveying services as listed above:
 Primary Task Lump Sum $33,000
 Optional Monument Preservation Survey $7,000
 Optional City Wide Ortho Photo $5,000
If this proposal is acceptable, please sign below, and return a copy to our office. This counter signed document will serve as our Notice to Proceed.

Sincerely,
Nicholas A. Vanlandingham, PLS 8393
Jones Snyder & Associates
Terms and Conditions Accepted
By:
____________________________________
Signature
____________________________________
Printed Name
____________________________________
Title Date
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40315 Junction Dr, Suite H
Oakhurst, CA 93644
(559) 683-7661
www.jssurveying.com
_________________________________________________________________________________ Company Bio
Jones Snyder & Associates is a professional land surveying firm offering comprehensive boundary surveying, mapping, geographic information systems (GIS), construction staking, and land planning services. We work throughout California. Building on the foundation of Jones & Snyder Surveying, established in 1976, Jones Snyder & Associates continues to focus on the invaluable history of the land surveying profession while embracing the latest in technology, education and innovation.

Key Surveying Staff

Nick Vanlandingham, PLS 8393, President
Nick Vanlandingham, the current president of Jones Snyder & Associates, is a Professional Land Surveyor with over 15 years experience. He graduated from California State University, Fresno with a Geomatics Engineering degree and continues to value education. Nick focuses on virtually all aspects of Land Surveying, including complex boundary surveying projects, GPS control surveys, multi thousand acre topographic mapping projects, and construction staking.

Ryan DeWitt, PLS 8779
Ryan Dewitt provides surveying and mapping expertise while remaining a key innovator in utilizing current technology in field surveying and mapping procedures. Ryan attended California State University, Fresno and obtained a Geomatics Engineering degree.

Steve Jones, PLS 4298
Steve Jones is one of the founders of the original company and continues to play an integral role in daily operations both in the field and office. Steve obtained a degree in Surveying and Photogrammetry from California State University, Fresno, and with over 40 years of experience he continually provides key insight to complicated boundary problems.

Tim Snyder, PLS 4727
After completing his time with the Navy, Tim attended California State University, Fresno and obtained a degree in Surveying and Photogrammetry. Tim Snyder is also an original founder company. Over the past 40 years he has dedicated himself to a thorough understanding of land use and zoning making him an expert at land planning and county processing.
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Jakob Lopez, PLS 9726
As a licensed surveyor, Jakob is adept at tackling challenging construction staking, complex boundary surveys, and topographic surveys. Jakob spends his time mixed between the field and office which allows him to see a project through from start to finish and maintain a high level of quality and efficiency. Jakob attended California State University, Fresno and obtained a Geomatics Engineering degree and values continued education as he continues to grow in his professional career.

James Steed, PLS 9712
James has worked as a surveyor in both the private and public sectors giving him a solid foundation. James is a skilled field surveyor and is equally capable in the office drafting complex maps, performing research, and calculations. 51 of 77
Recent Clients & Projects
Madera County
 Manzanita Lake – GPS control survey, boundary survey, topographic mapping, and GIS base map integration relating to the donation of land from PG&E and the Stewardship Council to Madera County and the creation of a Conservation Easement with Sierra Foothill Conservancy
 San Joaquin River Restoration Project– GPS control survey, boundary survey, topographic mapping, and GIS base map integration (worked with ESR, Inc) National Park Service & Yosemite Conservancy
 Ongoing mapping and construction staking services for projects within Yosemite National park:
o Bridalveil Falls Rehabilitation Project
 Trails and Parking Lot Topographic Surveying and Mapping o Mariposa Grove Rehabilitation Project (2015-2017t)
 Topographic surveying and Mapping for leach field expansion  Topographic surveying of the South Entrance Historic Bathroom  Construction staking for trails and boardwalks in culturally and biologically sensitive areas
o Happy Isles Flood Study & Bridge Project
 GPS Control Survey
 Topographic Mapping
Manulife
 Large Acreage Agricultural ALTA surveys and mapping throughout Kern County and central California
Sierra Telephone Company
Ongoing right-of-way surveys, easement preparation, and mapping throughout Madera and Mariposa Counties.
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STAFF REPORT
City of Wasco
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
FRO
M: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
DA
TE: December 2, 2025
SUB
JECT: Adopt a Resolution to add Mark DeMay as Authorizing Signer for all City Bank Accounts subject to the Approval and Execution of an Employment Contract.
_____________________________________________________________________________________ Recommendation:

Staff recommends City Council
1) Adopt a Resolution authorizing the signing authority for all City Bank Accounts; and 2) Fi
nd 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.

En
vironmental 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.

Di
scussion:

The City’s Bank Accounts require a formal Resolution by the governing body to authorize representatives on their behalf to establish new accounts and /or modify existing accounts, and to make deposits or withdrawals into the bank accounts . Through this resolution, we are adding Mark DeMay as Finance Director, subject to the execution of an employment contract.

Va
lentin Medina Mayor
Eduardo Saldana Mayor Pro-Tem
Michael Scott Hurlbert City Manager
Maria Lara Assistant City Manager
Maria Martinez City Clerk
Lamar Rodriguez Treasurer
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Rocio Mosqueda Accounting Manager
Mark DeMay Finance Director
Fi
scal Impact:

None.

At
tachments:

1. Resolution authorizing the signing authority for all City Bank Accounts. 54 of 77

RESOLUTION
NO. 2025 -

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

THE SIGNING AUTHORITY FOR ALL CITY OF WASCO BANK ACCOUNTS WHEREAS, The City Council hereby authorizes the following individuals to have signing authority for all City of Wasco bank accounts:

Va
lentin Medina Mayor
Eduardo Saldana Mayor Pro-Tem
Michael Scott Hurlbert City Manager
Maria Lara Assistant City Manager
Maria Martinez City Clerk
Lamar Rodriguez Treasurer
Rocio Mosqueda Accounting Manager
Mark DeMay Finance Director
NO
W THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Wasco as follows:

SECT
ION 1: These individuals shall have the authority to sign checks and conduct banking transactions on behalf of the City until they are removed from their elected or assigned position.

SECT
ION 2: Effective December 3, 2025, Mark DeMay, Finance Director, will be added as a signing authority for all City of Wasco bank accounts.
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I HEREBY CERTIFY th at the foregoing Resolution No. 2025 - was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on December 2, 2025, by the following vote:

CO
UNCIL 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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STAFF REPORT
City of Wasco
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
FRO
M: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
DA
TE: December 2, 2025
SUB
JECT: Adopt a Resolution Updating the Authorized Signatories for U.S. Bank to add Mark DeMay, Subject to Approval and Execution of an Employment Contract, and to change Rocio Mosquera’s title from Deputy Treasurer to Accounting Manager.

Recom
mendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:
1) Adopt a Resolution Updating the Authorized Signatories for U.S. Bank; and 2) Fi
nd 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.

En
vironmental 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.

Bac
kground:

The City of Wasco maintains an investment account with U.S. Bank. Authorized signatories are designated by City Council resolution to faci litate the deposit and withdrawal of funds.

To
ensure proper oversight and alignment with current staffing, the City Council is taking action to update the list of authorized personnel.

Di
scussion:

The resolution further designates the following current officer s as authorized to conduct transactions with U.S. Bank on behalf of the City:
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• Rocio Mosqueda, Accounting Manager
• Mark DeMay, Deputy Treasurer
Th
e above individuals, or their successors in office, are authorized to order the deposit or withdrawal of monies in U.S. Bank and execute any necessary documentation to carry out the intent of this resolution.

Fi
scal Impact:

None.

At
tachments:

1. Resolution
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-_________

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WASCO AUTHORIZING THE SIGNING AUTHORITY FOR THE INVESTMENT ACCOUNT HELD AT U.S. BANK
WHEREAS, the City Council hereby finds that the deposit and withdrawal of money in the U.S. Bank in accordance with Government Code 53601for investment as provided therein is in the best interests of the City of Wasco; and NO
W THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council hereby authorizes the deposit and withdrawal of the City of Wasco m onies in the U.S. Bank in accordance with Government Code 53601 for the purpose of investment as provided therein.

BE I
T FURTHER RESOLVED, as follows:

SECTION 1: The following City of Wasco officers holding the title(s) specified herein below or their successors in office are each hereby authorized to order the deposit or withdrawal of monies in the U.S. Bank and may execute and deliver any documents necessary or advisable to effectuate the purposes of this resolution and the transactions contemplated hereby:

M. Scott Hurlbert City Manager
Maria Lara Assistant City Manager
Lamar Rodriguez Treasurer
Rocio Mosqueda Accounting Manager
Mark DeMay Deputy Treasurer
SECTION 2: This resolution shall remain in full force and effect until rescinded by the City Council by resolution, and a copy of the resolution rescinding this resolution is filed with the State Treasurer’s Office.
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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 December 2, 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: ___________________
____
__________________________
MARIA O. MARTINEZ, CMC
CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
The Council of the City of Wasco
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.

TO: Ho
norable Mayor and Council Members
FRO
M: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Nancy Vera, Human Resources Manager
DA
TE: December 2, 2025
SUBJECT: Adopt a Resolution Ratifying the Employment Agreement with Mark C.

DeMay as the Finance Director.

Recom
mendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:
1) Adopt a Resolution Ratifying the Employment Agreement with Mark DeMay as the Finance Director; 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.

En
vironmental Review:

The staff has reviewed the proposed activity for co mpliance 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.

Ba
ckground:

The Finance Director is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day activities of the Finance Department including budgeting, audits, and assistance with departmental financial tasks. It is crucial to have an individual who is technically competent, but also understands the unique needs of our residents and community. They must be willing and capable of working in a collaborative manner with people at all levels within the organization, as well as being able to communicate and engage with the community, the City’s executive leadership team, and the City Council.

The
position of Finance Director has been vacant since July of this year. Since that time, a recruitment effort has been conducted, resulting in a number of applicants and interviews. Ultimately, a candidate was selected and a conditional offer for the position was accepted.

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Di
scussion:

Mr. Mark C. DeMay holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from San Diego State University and a Master of Accountancy in Governmental Accounting from Rutgers University, along with numerous industry certifications. He has nearly 20 years’ experience in public and private sector accounting beginning in California and has served as Finance Director in Texas and most recently in North Carolina. Background and reference checks for Mr. DeMay have been positive.

Was
co Municipal Code states:
“2.04.130 Powers and duties--Appointment and removal.

It shall be the duty of the city manager to, and he shall appoint, remove, promote and demote any and all officers and employees of the city, excepting elected officers and the city attorney. The city manager shall enter into a contract in writing on behalf of the city with all department heads in a form approved by the city council.”
Th
e City would like to contract Mark DeMay as Finance Director effective on or about Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025. Mr. DeMay’s employment agreement will be for an initial term of three years with an initial salary of $1 50,000.00. A relocation cost reimbursement clause is included in the employment agreement for an amount not to exceed $4,000.00. His other terms and benefits are similar to those of other current and previous department directors. The employment agreement has been developed by the City’s employment law attorney and reviewed by the City Attorney.

Fi
scal Impact:

The estimated fiscal impact is equal to the current and future annual budget appropriation for salary and benefits relating to the Employment Agreement. The adopted FY 2 5/26 Operating Budget anticipates this expense. No budget action is needed with approval of this item.

At
tachments:

1. Resolution

2. Employee Agreement
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R
ESOLUTION NO. 2025 -

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF WASCO CITY COUNCIL RATIFYING THE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH MARK C. DEMAY TO SERVE AS FINANCE DIRECTOR WHEREAS, the City wishes to employ Mark C. DeMay as a Finance Director; and WHEREAS, Mr. DeMay will be employed by the City under the terms and conditions described in the employment agreement; and
WHEREAS, said agreement will be made in the form and manner prescribed to other director level employees; and
WHEREAS, the agreement shall be governed by the construed in accordance with the employment laws of the State of California.

NO
W THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Wasco, SECT
ION 1: The City Council hereby approves , subject to final approval, corrections, and legal verbiage acceptable to Mr. DeMay , City Manager and the City Attorney , the proposed Employment Agreement between the City of Wasco and Mark C. DeMay, a copy of which is attached as Exhibit “A”.

SECT
ION 2: Authorizes the City Manager or D esignee to endorse and implement the Employment Agreement and file said contract with the City Clerk. -o
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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 December 2, 2025, by the following vote:

CO
UNCIL MEMBERS:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:
____________________________
______

VALENTIN MEDINA
MAYOR of the City of Wasco
At
test: _______________
__________________________

MARIA O. MARTINEZ, CMC
CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
the Council of the City of Wasco
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EXHIBIT “A”

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EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT NO._________________

CITY OF WASCO FINANCE DIRECTOR
Th
is Employment Agreement (“Agreement”) is made by and between the City of Wasco, a California municipal corporation, (“ the City ”) and Mark DeMay , an individual (“Employee ;” collectively, “the Parties”). The effective date of this Agreement shall be [date], 2025.

RECITALS
A. The City desires to employ the services of Employee as Finance Director ( the “Classification”), under the terms and conditions set forth herein, and Employee is agreeable to same;
B. Employee represents that he/she has the requisite specialized skills, training, certifications, licenses, and authorizations and is otherwise qualified to serve in the Classification.

C. In connection with and contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment drug testing, criminal background check and/or general reference check and Employee’s acceptance of employment in the Classification, the City and Employee wish to enter into an Employment Agreement that sets forth the rights and obligations of the P arties, and that will supersede all prior negotiations, discussions or agreements.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above recitals and of the mutual covenants , promises, and conditions herein contained, the City and Employee agree as follows:

1. INCORPORATION. The Parties incorporate the foregoing recitals as if fully set forth herein verbatim.

2. HIRE; COMMENCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT. The City hereby hires Employee as Finance Director subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, effective as of the date herein agreed under “TERM OF EMPLOYMENT”.

3. TERM OF EMPLOYMENT. The Term of this Agreement shall begin on [date], 2025, and shall expire three years from that date. At the sole discretion of the City Manager, the Term may be extended for a period of up to two year(s) thereafter by means of a writing memorializing same consistent with the NOTICE provisions herein.

4. AT-WILL EMPLOYEE. Employee understands that he/she is an employee “at-will” under California law. Employee understands that, except as specifically controlled by this Agreement, Employee holds this position and continues in employment at the pleasure of the City. Employee understands that Employee may be terminated at any time, for any reason, or for no reason. Except as otherwise provided by law or this Agreement, the City may remove Employee from Employee’s position and may terminate this Agreement and the employment relationship with or without cause and with or without prior notice (except as designated in this Agreement, below). Nothing in this Agreement shall prevent, limit or otherwise interfere with the 65 of 77
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right of Employee to resign from employment with the City . Employee specifically relinquishes any protections, privileges, or perquisites that have or had any effect on the “at-will” nature of his employment.

5. DUT IES AND AUTHORITY. Employee shall exercise the full powers and perform the duties of the Classification, as set forth in the job description (if any) as wel l as all other applicable ordinances, laws, rules, regulations, and procedures, as they now exist or as they may hereafter be amended. Employee shall exercise such other powers and perform such other duties as the City Manager, or City Manager’s designee may require from time to time. 5a. HOUR S OF WORK. Employee’s position is full- time with a work schedule generally consistent with the normal business hours adopted by the City and those necessary to fulfill the obligations required for the pos ition. Employee understands and acknowledges that the nature of the Classification is such that Employee’s presence and the performance of Employee’s duties will from time to time be required outside of normal business hours, including meetings, training, and emergencies that may arise.

6. PLA CE OF EMPLOYMENT. Unless the Parties agree otherwise in writing in accordance with the terms set forth herein, Employee shall perform the duties of the Classification at the City’s place of business, which is at the time of the execution of this Agreement 746 8th Street, Wasco, California. The City may from time to time provide office space and require Employee to travel to other locations as necessary to discharge Employee’s duties and or the duties/requirements of the Classification.

7. EMPLOYEE'S OBLIGATIONS. During the term of this Agreement, Employee shall remain in the exclusive employ of the City. Employee shall accept no other employment and shall not become employed by any other employer until the end of the term of this Agreement, or until this Agreement may otherwise be ended and Employee released from his/her obligations hereunder. Employee shall devote Employee’s full energies, interest, abilities and productive time to the performance of this Agreement, and shall utilize Employee’s best efforts to promote the City’s interests. Employee shall not engage in any activity, consulting service or enterprise, for compensation or otherwise, which is actually or potentially in conflict with or inimical to, or which interferes with, his/her duties and responsibilities to the City, except as authorized in writing (including e -mail) by the City . Employee shall obtain prior authorization from the City Manager for any outside employment, consulting, teaching or enterprise. City retains the right to amend said authorities , place further condition, or revoke authorization if the outside employment is actually or pot entially in conflict with or inimical to, or which interferes with, his/her duties and responsibilities to the City.
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8. EVALUATIONS. Employee’s performance in the Classification shall be reviewed in writing by the City on or near the yearly anniversary of the commencement of this Agreement. If the City does not conduct such review within twenty (20) days of such anniversary, it is Employee’s responsibility to request in writing that such review be conducted. The absence of any such written review, the failure of the City to conduct such review, or the failure or refusal of Employee to request such review, shall not be deemed an indication of Employee’s satisfactory performance in the Classification.

9. SALARY AND BENEFITS.

A. Sa lary:
(1) Bas e Salary. T he City shall pay Employee a base salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) annually, subject to legally permissible, voluntary or required withholding, prorated and paid on the City’s normal paydays. Employee specifically agrees that this amount is intended to be, and is, compensation for all hours worked by Employee. Employee expressly understands that Employee is exempt from the overtime pay provisions of California law (if any) and federal law. The City Manager may, from time to time and as specified herein, increase Employee’s base salary provided that (a) Employee satisfies written and quantifiable goals and objectives; and (b) such increase does not cause Employee’s salary to exceed the salary range approved and published by the City Council.
(2) Exp enses. The City recognizes that Employee may incur certain expenses of a non-personal and job-related nature. The City agrees to reimburse or to pay such reasonable business expenses as are established by the City’s policies, which are authorized for reimbursement, and which are incurred and submitted according to the City’s normal expense approval and reimbursement procedures. To be eligible for reimbursement , all expenses must be supported by documentation meeting Employer’s normal requirements and must be submitted within time limits established by Employer.
(3) Relocation Expenses. The City recognizes that Employee may incur certain reasonable relocation expenses related to acceptance of employment with the City. The City agrees to reimburse such reasonable relocation expenses which are authorized for reimbursement, and which are incurred and submitted according to the City’s normal expense approval and reimbursement procedures. To be eligible for reimbursement, all expenses must be supported by documentation meeting Employer’s normal requirements and must be submitted within time limits established by Employer. The total relocation expenses eligible for reimbursement shall not exceed four thousand dollars ($4,000.00).

B. Employment Benefits . In addition to base salary, the C ity shall provide to Employee the following benefits:
(1) Holidays. Employee shall be entitled to the scheduled holidays generally available to other executive employees of Employer . Employee’s salary includes holiday pay.

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on a holiday.
(2) Other Leave Benefits. Employee shall receive the following additional paid and unpaid leave benefits:
(a) Vacation . Employee shall accrue vacation time at a rate of 6.16 hours per bi-weekly pay period. Employee shall not be permitted to accrue more than a maximum of one hundred sixty (160) vacation hours. On each anniversary of this Agreement, or in reasonable proximity to same as determined in the sole discretion of the City Manager, Employee may “cash- out” up to one hundred twenty hours of accrued but unused vacation time; however, Employee may not use the “cash-out” process to create a negative vacation balance. (b) Sick Leave. Employee shall accrue sick time at a rate of 4 hours per bi- weekly pay period . Employee shall not be permitted to accrue more than a maximum of one hundred twenty (120) sick leave hours , and to the extent that Employee’s sick leave accrual exceeds one hundred twenty (120) hours at the commencement of the Term of this Agreement, Employee shall accrue no additional sick leave until such time as Employee’s usage of currently accrued time causes Employee to fall below one hundred twenty hours, at which point Employee shall accrue sick time consistent with this provision until the one hundred twenty hour cap is again reached. On each anniversary of this Agreement, or in reasonable proximity to same as determined in the sole discretion of the City Manager, Employee may “cash -out” accrued but unused sick time; however, Employee may not use the “cash-out” process to create a sick leave balance of less than sixty (60) hours . Upon retirement with PERS and termination of this Agreement consistent therewith, Employee will be afforded the opportunity to contribute all unused sick leave hours to Employee’s PERS retirement account, in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations of PERS. Should Employee decline to contribute unused sick hours to Employee’s PERS retirement account, no “cash-out” or other compensation therefor will be provided to Employee. (c) Ad ministrative/Executive Leave. Employee shall be entitled to eighty (80) hours of administrative leave per year which shall be provided on the same terms and conditions as provided to the City’s other executive employees. On each anniversary of this Agreement, or in reasonable proximity to same as determined in the sole discretion of the City Manager but not to exceed two weeks of each year, Employee shall be required to “cash out” any accrued but unused administrative leave at his then-current hourly rate of compensation. Following the cash out process, the annual alotment of fifty-six hours will accrue to the administrative leave balance for Employee. In the event of termination of this Agreement, Employee shall be entitled to payment for any unused Administrative Leave at their then-current hourly rate of compensation. (3) Gr oup Medical, Dental, Life Insurance. Employee (including Employee’s dependents, as applicable) will be eligible for health and welfare benefits and group insurance, as are provided under the City ‘s policies as are applicable to executive employees, according to the terms presently established and as may be changed from time to time. At the City’s expense, Employee shall receive a term life insurance policy in the amount of $175,000. (4) Social Security. T he City shall pay Employee’s portion of Social Security payments in the same manner as the City currently pays on behalf of its other executive 68 of 77
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employees, subject to amendment from time to time.
(5) PERS Retirement. Employee shall be entitled to retirement benefi ts through the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). Employee shall remain at his current formula and level of 2% @ 6 2 for the duration of this Agreement and any extensions thereof. Employee shall be responsible for paying the applicable employee contribution pursuant to PERS regulations. If any benefits enumerated hereunder are contrary to PERS regulations and/or applicable law, then those portions which so conflict will be deemed severed and the applicable law and/or regulations shall apply and shall be deemed to replace those portions which so conflict. (6) Section does not apply to this Classification
(7) Travel/Professional Development. For the good of the City and as provided for in the City Budget, the City shall pay the reasonable travel and subsistence expenses as are established by the City Council and amended from time to time, for Employee’s professional and official travel, meetings, and occasions adequate to continue Employee’s professional development and to pursue necessary and other functions for the City , as may be duly approved by the City Council. The City also agrees to pay for reasonable travel and subsistence expenses as authorized by City Council policy as may now or later exist or be amended, related to such short courses, institutes, and seminars that the City deems necessary for Employee’s professional development. This section specifically contemplates, subject to City Manager approval, the City’s payment for reasonable registration, travel and subsistence expenses related to Employee’s attendance and participation at conferences and training related to the employee’s job duties and fees and costs associated with approved certifications. (9) Dues/Subscriptions. For the good of the City and as provided for in the City Budget, the City shall pay such professional dues and subscriptions as are necessary for Employee’s continuation and full participation in national, regional, state, and local associations and organizations necessary and desirable for Employee’s continued professional participation, growth, and advancement and for the good of the City, as may be approved by the City Council. (10) Bonding. The City shall bear the full costs of any fidelity or other bonds required of Employee (if any) under any law or ordinance by virtue of Employee’s employment as directed by applicable ordinance, state law, the City, or the City Manager’s request. (11) Cell Phone. Given the “on-call” nature of the Classification as set forth above, Employer shall provide Employee with a “smartphone ” and data plan that is appropriate for the needs of the Classification, consistent with City’s Cell Phone Policy. Employee acknowledges that the “ smartphone” is and shall remain the property o f the City , that the “smartphone” is reserved exclusively for use in service to the City, and that Employee has no expectation of property or privacy in the “smartphone,” or in the data transmitted through or saved on same.
(12) Ot her Fringe Benefits. Except as otherwise expressly provided in this Agreement; Employee shall be eligible for no other fringe benefits. 69 of 77
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13) The City reserves the right to enhance, reduce, terminate, and amend or to otherwise change its benefit programs at any time. Any such change to any benefit plan available to Employee, or in which Employee is enrolled pursuant to this Agreement shall apply to Employee, including any new or additional benefits or any reduction or elimination of benefits , without the need to amend this Agreement. In the event such change is only applicable to certain employees, if the change is applicable to executive employees, then those changes shall also apply to Employee.

10. TE
RMINATION OF AGREEMENT.

A. Termination without Cause. The City Manager may, in its sole and absolute discretion, terminate this Agreement prior to the expiration of the Term, pursuant to Chapter 2.04 of the Wasco Municipal Code. The City shall pay Employee for all services through the effective date of termination. Employee shall be paid for accrued and unused paid leave time, as may be applicable to leave time of that type under state law. In the event of termination by the City Manager, if the termination is not for “Cause” as defined below, Employee shall also receive, in specific exchange for Employee’s execution of a waiver of any and all claims against the City arising from Employee’s employment, Severance Pay equal to three months of COBRA premiums in an amount necessary to continue Employee’s enrollment in the plan in which Employee was enrolled at the time of termination, plus the lesser of the following (a) Employee’s salary for the ramainder of the term; or (b) three months’ sal ary. Notwithstanding the foregoing, under no circumstances shall Employee receive any amount in excess of the limitations provided in Government Code §§ 53260 – 53264, or other applicable law.

B. Termination for Cause. F
or purposes of this Agreement, the following grounds for termination shall be considered termination for cause. In the event of termination for cause, no Severance Pay will be issued to Employee.

1. Con viction of, or pleading of nolo contendre to, a felony;

2. Conviction of a misdemean or arising out of Employee’s duties under this Agreement and involving a willful or intentional violation of law;

3. Willful abandonment of duties;

4. A pattern of repeated, willful and intentional failure to carry out the terms of this Agreement, including any materially significant and legally constituted policy decisions of the City;

5. Any material act or pattern of action of dishonesty, disclosure of confidential information, commission of any act of gross carelessn ess or misconduct, unjustifiable neglect of Employee’s duties under this Agreement; and/or

6. Any other action or inaction by Employee that materially and substantially impedes or disrupts the performance of the City or its organizational units, is detrimental to employee safety 70 of 77
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or public safety, violates properly established rules or procedures, adversely affects the reputation of the City, its officers or employees, or has a substantial and adverse effect on the City’s interests.

C. Abuse of Office: In the event that Employee is convicted of a crime involving an abuse of office or position, Employee shall reimburse the City for any paid leave, cash settlement (including any monies paid hereunder), or any other outlay by the City on Employee’s behalf, as provided for by Government Code sections 53243-53243.4.

D. Termination Due to Disability.

If, at the end of any calendar month during the term
of this Agreement, Employee is, and has been for the duration of the calendar month then ending, unable to perform the duties of the Classification due to mental or physical illness or injury, this Agreement, and Employee’s employment thereunder may, at the discretion of the City Manager, be terminated.

E. Disputes. E
xcept as otherwise mutually agreed, any dispute as to whether severance is excused under Section 7, Paragraph C, Sub -Paragraphs 4 and 5, above, shall be referred to arbitration before a single neutral arbitrator selected from a list of seven (7) arbitrators requested from the California State Mediation and Conciliation Service. The City will strike the first name , and the Parties will alternate striking names until one person is left who shall be designated as the arbitrator.

11. ENTI RE AGREEMENT. This Agreement sets forth the final, complete and exclusive agreement between the City and Employee relating to the employment of Employee by the City, subject to the City of Wasco’s rules, regulations, and policies. Any prior discussions or representations by or between the P arties are merged into, and/or rendered null and void by, this Agreement. The foregoing notwithstanding, Employee understands and acknowledges that Employee’s employment is subject to the City’s generally applicable rules, policies, procedures, and regulations, including but not limited to those pertaining to employment matters, such as rules and regulations addressing equal employment opportunity, sexual harassment, and violence in the workplace.

12. REV
IEW. Employee acknowledges that he/she has had the opportunity to review this Agreement and has conducted an independent review of the financial and legal effects of this Agreement, Employee acknowledges and agrees that Employee has been provided with the time, and has had the opportunity, to consult with others of Employee’s own choosing, including but not limited to legal counsel, with regard to this Agreement and its effects. Employee acknowledges that any agreement not to do so was Employee’s, and Employee’s alone. Employee acknowledges and agrees that he/she has made an independent judgment regarding the financial and legal effects of this Agreement and has not relied on any representation by the City, or its officers, agents, or employees, other than those expressly set forth in this Agreement.

13. GOVERNING LAW. Th
is Agreement shall be interpreted and construed
pursuant to and in accordance with the local laws of the State of California.

14. MUTUALLY DRAFTED. For purposes of California law, the City and Employee agree that both the City and Employee are the drafters of this Agreement and that any 71 of 77
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ambiguity herein will not be construed against either the City or Employee.

15. HEADINGS, CAPTIONS. T he headings and captions used in this Agreement are inserted for reference purposes only and shall not be deemed to limit or affect in any way the meaning or interpretation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.

16. SEVERABILITY. If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement shall nevertheless remain in full force and effect.

If any provision is held invalid or unenforceable with respect to particular circumstances, it shall nevertheless remain in full force and effect in all other circumstances.

17. WAIVER. Wa iver by any party of any breach of this Agreement by the other party, whether such waiver is express or implied, shall not be construed as a continuing waiver or consent to any subsequent breach of this Agreement on the part of the other party.

18. NO AMENDM ENT EXCEPT IN WRITING. No amendments to this Agreement may be made except in writing, signed and dated by the City and Employee.

19. NOTICES. Any notice to Employer under this Agreement shall be given in writing to the City, either by personal service or by registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, addressed to the City at the following address: City Manager, City of Wasco, Wasco City Hall, 746 8th Street, Wasco, CA 93280. Any such notice to Employee shall be given in writing and, if mailed, shall be addressed to Employee at Employee’s home address then shown in Employe e’s personnel file as maintained by the City. For the purpose of determining compliance with any time limit in this Agreement, a notice shall be deemed to have been duly given (a) on the date of delivery, if served personally on the party to whom notice is to be given, or (b) on the second business day after mailing, if mailed to the party to whom the notice is to be given in the manner provided in this section.

This Agreement, which consists of eight page s in nineteen (19) numbered sections, may be executed in counterparts, which together shall form an integrated Agreement. For purposes of this Agreement’s execution, a facsimile, photocopied, or electronically transmitted signature shall be equally valid to an original.

IN W
ITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have caused this Agreement to be signed and executed personally or on its behalf by its duly authorized representative.

EMPLOYEE CITY OF WASCO
__________________________ By: M. Scott Hurlbert________ Print Name City Manager
__________________________ __________________________
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ignature Signature
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Wasco City Council
December 2, 2025