Agenda, first session — Wasco City Council, April 21, 2026

City of Wasco City Council Meeting Agenda, April 21, 2026 .

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NDA 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 available on the City’s website, www.cityofwasco.org.

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NDA MATERIALS: City Council agenda materials are released no later than 72 hours prior to a meeting and are available to the public at the City Clerk’s Office, 746 8 th Street, Wasco, CA, in a public binder at each City Council meeting, and on the City’s website at https://www.cityofwasco.org/AgendaCenter
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IC COMMENTS: All public comments are subject to a 2 -minute limit, and a maximum of thirty (30) minutes will be allowed for any subject. To provide your comments to the City Councilmembers regarding matters not on the agenda or a specific item on the agenda, you may address your comments IN PERSON. Before making your presentation, you will be asked to state your name for the record . If you would like to submit a written public comment, please email the City Clerk at [email protected] no later than 4:00 p.m. on April 21, 2026.

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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, April 21, 2026 – 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, April 21, 2026 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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NISH INTERPRETATION: If you need an interpretation of your communications to the City Council from Spanish into English, please get in touch with the City Clerk Department at 661- 758-7215 or via email at [email protected]. Subject to availability, notifying the City at least 48 hours before will usually enable it to make arrangements.

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ERPRETACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: Si necesita una interpretación de sus comunicaciones al Concejo Municipal del español al inglés, comuníquese con el Departamento del Secretari o de la Ciudad al 661- 758-7215 o por correo electrónico a [email protected] . La notificación de al menos 48 horas generalmente permitirá a la Ciudad hacer arreglos. Sujeto a disponibilidad.

REGUL
AR MEETING – 6:00 pm
1) CA
LL TO ORDER: Mayor
2) RO
LL CALL: Mayor Saldaña, Mayor Pro Tem Reyna, Council Members: Martinez, Medina, Raya
3) FL
AG SALUTE: by Mayor
4) INV
OCATION: by
5) APPR
OVAL OF AGENDA:
6) PRESE
NTATIONS:
a. Proclamation National Child Abuse Prevention Month
b. Certificate of Recognition to Wasco High School Competition Cheer Team 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 limited 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 your presentation.

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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: None
9) WA
SCO PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY BUSINESS: None
10) PUBL

IC SAFETY REPORTS
a. Kern County Fire Department (Appleton)
b. Wasco Police Department (Mora)
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City of Wasco City Council Meeting Agenda, April 21, 2026 CIT
Y 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 $ 369,133.07 b. Appr
oval of City Council Minutes for April 7, 2026, Regular Meeting. c. Co
uncil finds this action is not a “project” under Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager or designee to finalize and approve a purchase order for PG&E in an amount not to exceed $18,945.06 for the J Street Lighting Point of Service.
d. Co
uncil finds this action is not a “project” under Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to finalize and execute a purchase order with Toter, LLC, a subdivision of Wastequip, in the amount not to exceed $55,000.00 to purchase 740 – 95-gallon carts. 12) PUBL
IC HEARINGS: None
13) DEFERRED BUSINESS: None
14) NEW
BUSINESS:
a. Council finds this action is not a “project” under Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Finalize and Execute a Temporary Employment Agreement for a Summer IT Intern Through Kern Intern Connections, Subject to City Manager and City Attorney Review. 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 Raya)
16) REPORTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER:
17) REPO
RTS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL:
18) CL
OSED SESSION:
a. Closed Session Minutes for April 7, 2026.
b. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS 54957.6
Agency Designated Representative: M. Scott Hurlbert & Nancy Vera Employee Organization: Wasco Police Officers Association 3 of 31
City of Wasco City Council Meeting Agenda, April 21, 2026 c. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS 54957.6
Agency Designated Representative: M. Scott Hurlbert & Nancy Vera Employee Organization: SEIU Local 521
d. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION -54957
Title: City Manager
19) CLOSED SESSION ACTION:
20) ADJ
OURNMENT:

This i
s to certify that this agenda was posted at Wasco City Hall on April 17, 2026, on/or before 6:00 p.m. The agenda is also available on the City website at www.cityofwasco.org. _______
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Maria O. Martinez, CMC
City Clerk
All agenda item supporting documentation is available for public review o n the city website , www.cityofwasco.org, and the office of the City Clerk of the City of Wasco, 746 8 th Street, Wasco, CA 93280, during regular business hours, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Monday through Thursday and 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Friday (closed alternate Friday's), following the posting of the agenda. Any supporting documentation related to an agenda item for an open session of any regular meeting that is distributed after the agenda is posted and prior to the meeting will also be available for review at the same location and available at the meeting. Please remember to turn off all cell phones, pagers, or electronic devices during Council meetings.

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).

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ou 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.

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A040126 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664
A040126 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664
A040126 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664
A040126 NAVIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS 5664
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G041026 ADV ANT AGE ANSWERING PLUS 2564
G041026 ALERTMEDIA 5946
G041026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC 4968
G041026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC 4968
G041026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC 4968
G041026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC 4968
G041026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC 4968
G041026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC 4968
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G041026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC 4968
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G041026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC 4968
G041026 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC 4968
G041026 AMERICAN REFUSE INC 183
G041026 ATT • PAYMENT CENTER 1488
G041026 ATT • PAYMENT CENTER 1488
G041026 ATT • PAYMENT CENTER 1488
G041026 ATT • PAYMENT CENTER 1488
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APPROVED
By Tracy Blakemore at 4:44 pm, Apr 15, 2026
INVOICE No. CHECK No. DESCRIPTION
666406261 5685 FEB 2026: CNG FUEL
021626 5686 MEDICAL CHECK RUN 021626
022626 5686 MEDICAL CHECK RUN 022626
FSA 030626 5686 HEAL TH CARE HRA 030626
FSA 031326 5686 HEALTH CARE FSA 031326
FSA 032026 5686 HEAL TH CARE FSA 032026
0237150 32422 SHREDDING SERVICES
000039-731-211 32423 ANSWERING SERVICE
INV44951 32424 EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION
1 VF6.JPLX-97L3 32425 TEST TUBES/LAB SURRETTE/HOSE SHUT OFF VALVES 1 P33-PLRY-7V1 N 32425 OFFICE SUPPLIES
1 DK6-9L TT-PRQM 32425 MAT BOARDS
1 JQQ-6DKW-M36H 32425 ENVELOPES
14WV-KCR7-13RQ 32425 OFFICE SUPPLIES
16J1-YG6T-KLQL 32425 OFFICE SUPPLIES
1936-DXYF-THQD 32425 ENVELOPES
1QKT-YK1N-G1T1 32425 RULER, PENS, DESK CALENDARS
1 QKT-YK1 N-K4K9 32425 RULER, SCREEN EXTENDER, SANITIZER, TAPE 1CC7-CC79-NQT7 32425 NAME PLATES T.B., C.U.
1 HQT-MLWV-Q6WM 32425 COIN SORTER, PACKAGING TAPE
11 Q6-WJQC-FLXG 32425 WIRELESS MOUSE
1119-D7GR-1 J7R 32425 TUMBLERS WITH LID
378536 32426 4th QTR: 764 E ST RECYCLE CART
000025001780 32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 • 03/23/26
000025001781 32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 - 03/23/26
000025001782 32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 - 03/23/26
000025001783 32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 - 03/23/26
000025001784 32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 - 03/23/26
000025001785 32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 - 03/23/26
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000025001788 32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 - 03/23/26
000025001789 32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 - 03/23/26
000025001791 32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 - 03/23/26
000025001792 32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 - 03/23/26
000025001793 32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 - 03/23/26
000025001794 32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 - 03/23/26

AMOUNTS
8,871.61
12,459.11
7,948.49

86.31 777.06
149.98
30,292.56

70.00 911.33
151.68
137.29
152.72
468.18

13.09 750.39

74.15 20.56

20.53 253.16

33.90 187.79
193.76

17.47 99.45

35.97 62.26

31.91 510.97

31.91 92.61

31.97 62.26

31.91 31.91

31.91 35.97

60.69 31.91
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VENDOR NAME
ATT • PAYMENT CENTER
ATT • PAYMENT CENTER
ATT • PAYMENT CENTER
ATT • PAYMENT CENTER
ATT • PAYMENT CENTER
ATT • PAYMENT CENTER

AUTOZONE,INC

AV WATER TECHNOLOGIES, INC

AXZAY VILLARREAL DE VILLARREAL

BLUE LINE SOLUTIONS, INC

BRAXBRO, INC
BSK & ASSOCIATES, INC.

CALL TOWER, INC
CDW-GOVERNMENT, INC.

CENTRAL CALIFORNIA POWER INC

CHESTER AVENUE BRAKE
CINTAS CORPORATION NO. 3

CLEAN STRIDE LLC
COUNTRY AUTO & TRUCK, INC.

COUNTRY AUTO & TRUCK, INC.

DANIEL MORGAN

DANIEL MORGAN
DIAMOND TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

DIAMOND TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

FARM PUMP AND IRRIGATION CO., INC.

FED EX

FREEMAN MATHIS & GARRY LLP

GERARDO ALMANZA

GOTO TECHNOLOGIES USA, LLC
KERN COUNTY FIRE DEPT. & OFFICE OF

KIM TURNER, LLC

M & S SECURITY SERVICES

MARTIN, PARIS, AND MULLINS LLC

MILLER MENDEL, INC

NEW HORIZON COMMUNICATION CORP
OFFICE 1
OFFICE 1
OFFICE 1
OFFICE 1
OFFICE 1
OFFICE 1
ONE SOURCE PARTS, LLC DEPT 900
ONE SOURCE PARTS, LLC DEPT 900
ONE SOURCE PARTS, LLC DEPT 900
VENDOR No. INVOICE No.
1488 000025001795
1488 000025001796
1488 000025001797
1488 000025001798
1488 000025003321
1488 000025003415
851 05346083546
851 05346091942
6376 0012900
6061 1 032026
5910 3379
6255 1769
1052 BJ01622
5098 203126603
730 Al7A25G
2552 144512
211 01P90545
4480 4264855738
5289 20064
3008 755430
3008 755436
6084 202603
6084 202604
2724 39597
2724 39449
2724 39579
2724 39624MS
553 025337
123 9-241-45110
5980 9160322157
6425 2066
6172 IN7105276431
1264 26-
000274
6019 lnvoice-7975
6019 lnvoice-7979
6019 lnvoice-8278
6019 lnvoice-8279
4445 131249
5976 2026-019
5976 2026-026
5929 13886
5929 14218
5929 14744
6015 3498041
6328 AR1390534
6328 AR1403105
6328 AR1403107
6328 AR1403106
6328 AR1403109
6328 AR1403110
5748 1048580
5748 1050331
5748 1051751
CHECK No. DESCRIPTION AMOUNTS
32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 - 03/23/26 31.91
32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 • 03/23/26 31.91
32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 • 03/23/26 31.91
32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 - 03/23/26 92.61
32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 - 03/23/26 107.34
32427 PHONE SERVICES 02/24/26 • 03/23/26 (140.38)
32428 SHOP VEH #36: MOTOR REGULATOR 101.31
32428 DAR VEH #60: HEATER HOSE CONN 13.50
32429 ADDITIONAL WATER METER REPLACEMENTS 21,758.25
32430 AXZAY VILLARREAL INVOICE# 1 1,500.00
32431 BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS 2,000.00
32432 SCADALINK CYBERSECURITY & ENCRYPTION UPDATES/UPGRA 200.00 32433 WASTEWATER TESTING LAB SERVICES 1,685.84
32434 PHONE SERVICES 53.63
32435 PWS LAPTOP 1,911.33
32436 RFS VEH #24: PROGRAM TRANSMISSION 1,404.04
32437 RFS VEH #17: CLEVIS 28.19
32438 UNIFORM SERVICES 040326 406.49
32439 MARCH 2026- JANITORIAL SERVICES 5,141.85
32440 RFS VEH #17: FUEL, OIL, AIR FILTERS 360.88
32440 RFS VEH #17: BRAKE CHAMBER 203.49
32441 PD RMM SOFTWARE 250.00
32441 PD RMM SOFTWARE 250.00
32442 NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE HARDRIVE REPL LABOR 555.00 32442 NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE HARDRIVE REPLACEMENT 757.20 32442 NETWORK SWITCH FOR COMPUTER STATIONS 624.38
32442 MS 365 LICENSES 728.00
32443 HWY 46 & VALLEY ROSE: PICK UP PUMP AND UNLOAD AT C 700.00 32444 EXPRESS SVC 29.94
32445 MAR 26: LEGAL SERVICES 528.00
32459 20213-0: PARK BENCH WITH RACKS & LOGOS 3,000.00
32446 APR 26 PHONE SERVICES FOR PD 1,063.47
32447 FY25-26 4TH-QTR #602-2021 AGRMNT 184,368.50
32448 COMMUNICATIONS TRAINING J.A. 999.00
32448 TRAINING CRITICAL INCIDENTS M.G. 299.00
32448 TRAINING - A.L., P.R. 598.00
32448 TRAINING M.O. 299.00
32449 Q4 ALRM MNTR- 879 G STREET 120.00
32450 BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION 2,100.00
32450 BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION 2,000.00
32451 EXPERIAN EMPLOYMENT FOR APPLICANTS 30.00
32451 ESOPH OUTBOUND/INBOUND FAXES 18.06
32451 ESOPH REPORT BREAKDOWN 118.32
32452 COMMUNICATION SRVCS DISPATCH 1,068.12
32454 PD #1 MAR COPIER METER READING 226.35
32454 PD #1 MAR COPIER METER READING 231.09
32454 FIN MAR COPIER METER READING 992.22
32454 PD #2 MAR COPIER METER READING 171.60
32454 MAR COPIER METER READING CITY HALL 288.04
32454 PW MAR COPIER METER READING 228.67
32455 RFS VEH #13: TAILGATE PROX SWITCH 204.95
32455 RFS VEH #GENERAL: COMPUTER COMMUNICATION TOOL 1,235.38 32455 RFS VEH #19: REAR DOOR SEAL, SEAL SIDE STRAP 1,096.67 2of3
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VENDOR NAME
ONE SOURCE PARTS, LLC DEPT 900

O'REILLY AUTO ENTERPRISES, LLC

PETERSON AUTO SUPPLY

PG & E COMPANY

PHOENIX GROUP INFORMATION SYSTEMS

QUINN COMPANY
RAYMOND'S TROPHY & AWARDS, INC.

SCHROETER, THOMAS F.

SCOTT-MERRIMAN INC

SOUTHERN TIRE MART LLC

THE CRISCOM COMPANY

THE LAW OFFICES OF YOUNG WOOLDRIGE

TPX COMMUNICATIONS

UNIVERSAL URGENT CARE & OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE INC

VOIANCE LANGUAGE SERVICES, LLC

WASCO T-SHIRTS PRINTING
WILEY D. HUGHES SURVEYING, INC.

VENDOR No. INVOICE No.
5748 1055271
4230 4936-308709
4230 4936-308719
4230 4936-308732
4230 4936-307325
4230 4936-296861
4230 4936-306079
152 298490
152 298307
85 0751114029-0 033121
85 9285039198-5 033121
85 1495264257-8 033121
85 7955235222-5 033121
85 0206784963-4 040121
85 2867383297-9 033121
85 4401875412-5 033121
85 5199704189-5 031921
4913 122025239
4913 022026239
228 PC080571822
2095 107470
2732 MARCH 2026
6036 076720
5953 7150030721
5953 7150034743
6407 271696
4965 130222
6123 189996401-0
5268 EM019538
6127 0877230226
497 10201
2638 3254
CHECK No. DESCRIPTION AMOUNTS
32455 RFS VEH #23: DUMP CYL/ARM CYL BUSHING, GRIPPER CYL 3,572.33 32453 ENGINEERING VEH #97: EGR VALVE 147.46
32453 DAR VEH #60: 1 GALANTIFREZ, HEATER CONN, HOSE CLAM 77.24 32453 DAR VEH #60: HOSE CLAMPS, HEATER FTG 22.52
32453 CREDIT (10.83)
32453 CREDIT (10.00)
32453 CREDIT (54.13)
32456 WATER VEH #52: DRIVE BELT & FLEX 124.96
32456 RFS VEH #17: ELECTRICAL HARNESSES CONNECTOR KIT 145.37 32457 UB COW VEHICLES PARKING 1400 J ST 413.80
32457 UB 640 G ST AMTRAK WALK WAY 266.36
32457 UB 747 G ST TRANSIT CHARGERS 242.56
32457 UB 709 POSO AVE UNDERPASS 167.50
32457 747 F ST EV CHARGING STATIONS 1,465.85
32457 UB 747 G ST WELL #14 25,790.61
32457 1301 J ST NEW WELL #13 7,012.94
32457 UB MULTIPLE LOCATIONS 33,552.66
32458 DEC 2025 MONTHLY CITATION ACCESS 611.00
32458 FEB MONTHLY CITATION ACCESS 557.52
32460 STREET VEH #111: COUPLER & 0-RING 164.46
32461 24 PLATES, ENGRAVING 176.98
32462 MARCH 2026: LEGAL SERVICES 6,470.00
32463 EVIDENCE IDENTIFER PAGE 331.00
32464 STREETS VEH #89: 4 NEW TIRES 652.73
32464 POLICE VEH #GENERAL: 6 NEW TIRES 801.59
32465 23027: ECONOMIC DEVEL & GRANT WRITING SRVCS 7,000.00 32471 DEC 25: LEGAL SERVICES 22.00
32466 APR MICROSOFT SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR PD 974.97
32467 POST-OFFER PHYSICAL 90.00
32468 FEB: OPI INTERPRETATION SRVCS 20.01
32469 POLICE PATCHES 1,028.38
32470 HIGH SCHOOL AG FARM ROW REVIEW 270.00
338,840.51
369,133.07
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City of Wasco City Council Meeting Minutes, April 7, 2026

MINUTES

WASCO CITY COUNCIL
and Successor Agency to the
Former Redevelopment Agency
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Regular Meeting – 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chambers
746 8th Street, Wasco, CA 93280
REGULAR MEETING – 6:00 pm
1) CA
LL TO ORDER: Mayor
Mayor Saldaña called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2) RO
LL CALL: Mayor Saldaña, Mayor Pro Tem Reyna, Council Members: Martinez, Medina, Raya
PRESENT: Mayor Saldaña, Mayor Pro Tem Reyna, Council Members: Martinez, Medina, Raya
LATE: None
ABSENT: None
STA
FF PRESENT: City Manager M. Scott Hurlbert, City Attorney Tom Schroeter, Assistant City Manager Maria Lara, City Clerk Maria O. Martinez , Executive Assistant I Cinthia Ugalde, Community Development Director Keri Cobb , Police Chief Alecio Mora, Kern County Fire Chief Joe Appleton.
3) FL
AG SALUTE: by Mayor Saldaña
4) INV
OCATION: observed a moment of silence.
5) APPR
OVAL OF AGENDA:

Mot
ion by Council Member Martinez , Seconded by Council Member Medina , to approve the agenda as to form, by the following roll call vote:

AY
ES: SALDAÑA, REYNA, MARTINEZ, MEDINA, RAYA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
6) PR
ESENTATIONS:
a. Unwired Broadband Update
Johnny Tinoco, Fiber Operations Manager, gave an oral presentation. b. Pro
clamation – Sexual Assault Awareness Month Lideres de Campesinas Mayor Saldaña presented the proclamation to the Lideres de Campesinas group. 8 of 31
City of Wasco City Council Meeting Minutes, April 7, 2026 7) PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA:

There were no public comments.

Exe
cutive Assistant I Cinthia Ugalde mentioned there are no email comments on this item or any other items on this agenda.
8) SUC
CESSOR AGENCY BUSINESS: None
9) WAS
CO PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY BUSINESS: None
10) PU

BLIC SAFETY REPORTS
a. Kern County Fire Department (Appleton):

Fire Chief Joe Appleton reported on activities.
b. Was
co Police Department (Mora):

Police Chief Mora reported on activities.

CITY
COUNCIL BUSINESS:
11) CONSENT CALENDAR:

Re
so#2026-4320
Agmt#2026-007
d. Co
uncil action is not a “project” under Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager or designee to approve a purchase order with Bowman Asphalt in an amount not to exceed $340,625.00 for the Rehabilitation of Gromer Avenue and authorize the City Manager to execute Contract Change Orders in an amount not to exceed an aggregate of $20,000.00.

Reso#2026-4321
e. Co
uncil finds this action is not a “project” under Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines; Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager or designee to finalize and endorse an agreement with LSL, LLP., for Professional Accounting Services for Finance-Related Matters.

Reso#2026-4322
Agmt#2026-008
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City of Wasco City Council Meeting Minutes, April 7, 2026 No Conflict of Interest on the consent calendar for any of the Council members.

Mot
ion by Mayor Pro Tem Reyna , Seconded by Council Member M edina, to approve the Consent Calendar by the following roll call vote:

AY
ES: SALDAÑA, REYNA, MARTINEZ, MEDINA, RAYA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
12) PU
BLIC HEARINGS: None
13) DEFERRED BUSINESS: None
14) NEW B
USINESS: None
15) REP
ORTS FROM COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES:
a. Kern Economic Development Corporation (Medina)
No reports.
b. Kern Council of Governments (Reyna)
Mayor Pro Tem Reyna reported on available funds for City projects: The Intercity Rail Capital Program, Cycle 8, and the Cycle 8 Active Transportation Program. c. Wa
sco Task Force (Saldaña and Raya)
Mayor Saldaña reported t he Wasco Task Force will participate in the Citywide Community Cleanup Event scheduled for April 25, 2026.
16) REP
ORTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER: (Hurlbert)
City Manager Hurlbert updated the city council on the following:
• The Wasco Parks and Recreation Easter Egg event on March 28th had a good turnout.
• The Mental Health Awareness Program was a success with a good crowd. • The last scheduled SNIP event will be on April 24th at 8:00 a.m. at the Public Works Department.
• The Community Breakfast is scheduled for May 6 th, at 9:00 a.m. at the Old Courthouse.
• A mobile clinic session is scheduled for April 20th at the PAL Building. • A Community Cleanup event is scheduled for April 25 th, at 9:00 a.m. at Barker Park.
• A Kern County Economic Summit held in Bakersfield begins at 7:30 a.m. on May 7th through the current Economic Development Corporation. • League of California Cities is hosting a golf tournament on May 15 th in Dinuba.
• National Cemetery Memorial Day Memorial event on May 23rd, at 9:00 a.m. • Wasco Memorial Day event – TBD
• Updated the City Council on the road work on Gromer Avenue. • Updated the City Council on the Hawk System on F Street and Highway 46. 17) REP
ORTS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL:
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City of Wasco City Council Meeting Minutes, April 7, 2026 Mayor Pro Tem Reyna:
• Attended the Mental Health Event/Bipolar Awareness Event on March 28th. • Attended the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District City Selection Committee board meeting on March 31 st and was reappointed to the position that he currently holds for another three years.

Cou
ncil Member Medina:
• Attended the Mental Health Event/Bipolar Awareness Event on March 28th.

Th
ere were no public comments on the closed session item
Mayor Saldaña adjourned into closed session at 7:05 p.m.

Mayor Saldaña adjourned from the closed session at 8:01 p.m. 18) CL
OSED SESSION:
a. Closed Session Minutes for February 17, 2026
b. CO
NFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS 54957.6
Agency Designated Representative: M. Scott Hurlbert & Nancy Vera Employee Organization: Wasco Police Officers Association c. CO
NFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS 54957.6
Agency Designated Representative: M. Scott Hurlbert & Nancy Vera Employee Organization: SEIU Local 521
d. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION -54957
Title: City Manager
19) CL
OSED SESSION ACTION:

City attorney Tom Schroeter reported out.
a. Closed Session Minutes for February 17, 2026
Mot
ion by Council Member Martinez, Seconded by Council Member Medina , to approve the Consent Calendar by the following roll call vote:

AY
ES: SALDAÑA, REYNA, MARTINEZ, MEDINA, RAYA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
b. CO
NFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS 54957.6
Agency Designated Representative: M. Scott Hurlbert & Nancy Vera Employee Organization: Wasco Police Officers Association No reportable action
c. CO
NFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS 54957.6
Agency Designated Representative: M. Scott Hurlbert & Nancy Vera Employee Organization: SEIU Local 521
No reportable action
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City of Wasco City Council Meeting Minutes, April 7, 2026 d. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION -54957
Title: City Manager
No reportable action
20) ADJ
OURNMENT:

Mayor Saldaña adjourned the meeting at 8:02 p.m.
_______________
_____________________
Maria O. Martinez, City Clerk
______________________________________
Eduardo Saldaña, Mayor
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.

TO: H
onorable Mayor and Council Members
FRO
M: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Luis Villa, Public Works Director
DA
TE: April 21, 2026
SUB
JECT: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing t he City Manager or Designee to finalize and Approve a Purchase Order for PG&E in an amount not to exceed $18,945.06 for the J Street Lighting Point of Service.
_____________________________________________________________________________________ Recommendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:
1) Adopt a Resolution Authorizing The City Manager or designee to finalize and approve a purchase order for PG&E in an amount not to exceed $18,945.06 for the J Street Lighting Point of Service; 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.

Environmental Review:

Staff has reviewed the proposed Project for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined 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.

Discussion:

The original design of the Poso Avenue Underpass and J Street improvements included solar lights along J Street. At the time of the initial design, the City was still approving solar lights for installation in the public right of way, so the initial design was approved.

Wh
en the encroachment permit was later approved for Construction, Staff informed California Rail Builders that we were no longer permitting solar lights in the City right of way due to the cost of battery replacement. Because of the previously approved design and time constraints, Staff negotiated with California Rail Builders ultimately negotiating that they would install hard-wire streetlights and conduit, but since their schedule would not allow for waiting on PG&E to do the connection, the City would ta ke care of that part.

STAFF REPORT
City of Wasco
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Once the lights were installed, Staff started working with PG&E to design a point of connection for the new lights. This point of connection design is now complete and has been determined to be near the intersection of 9th Street and J Street.

The invoice mentioned here is for PG&E’s cost to provide the point of connection and bring wire from an existing transformer to a box set by the City.

Fi
scal Impact:

Project #20214 – “Citywide Street Lighting Installation” has sufficient funding to cover the cost of the service connection.

At
tachments:

1. Resolution

2. PG&E Invoice
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131789307
December 18, 2025
Customer Payment
Coupon
References
Notification # 131789307
Contract # 50136715 V1
ELS-PM # 35697698
Customer # 5144147
City of Wasco
801 8th St.

WASCO, CA 93280
Customer Cost Summary
J ST./9TH ST., WASCO
Amounts Due Total Due
Street Lighting Non-Refundable Payment $21,945.06
Minus the following credit
Advance Credit ($3,000.00)
$18,945.06
Important Payment Information
To complete your contract ONLINE
Follow the instructions provided with your electronic contract Submit payment at https://www.pge.com/contractpayments
To complete your contract BY MAIL
Please make check payable to: PG&E or Pacific Gas and Electric Complete, sign and return the enclosed agreement(s), the SACAC form and the customer payment coupon with your payment
Remit payment and SACAC form to:

PG&E CFM/PPC Department
PO BOX 997340
Sacramento, CA 95899-7340

IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Please review the enclosed information
and total due. This document needs
to be returned with the enclosed
agreements.

If you complete your contract ONLINE,
a copy will be saved to your Customer
Connections Online (CCO) account at
pge.com/cco.

To learn more about PG&E's gas and
electric safety initiatives and resources
please visit pge.com/safety.

Have Questions?
Please Call 1-800-422-0436
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* Automated document, Preliminary Statement, Part A
131789307
62-4527 (Rev 1/91)
Service Planning
Advice No. 1633-G/1342-E
Effective 4/02/91
December 18, 2025
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Agreement to Perform
Tariff Schedule Related Work
DISTRIBUTION:

Applicant (Original)
Division (Original)
ACCTG. SVCS.

REFERENCES:
131789307Notification #
50136715Contract #
35697698PM #
1V
City of Wasco, A GOVERNMENT AGENCY (Applicant) has requested PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY, a California corporation (PG&E), to perform the tariff schedule related work as located and described in paragragh 3 herein. PG&E agrees to perform the requested work and furnish all necessary labor, equipment, materials and related facilities required therefore, subject to the following conditions:

1. Whenever part or all of the requested work is to be furnished or performed upon property other than that of Applicant, Applicant shall first procure from such owners all necessary rights-of-way and/or permits in a form satisfactory to PG&E and without cost to it.

2. Applicant shall indemnify and hold harmless PG&E, its officers, agents and employees, against all loss, damage, expense and liability resulting from injury to or death of any person, including but not limited to, employees of PG&E, Applicant or any third party, or for the loss, destruction or damage to property, including, but not limited to property of PG&E, Applicant or any third party, arising out of or in any way connected with the performance of this agreement, however caused, except to the extent caused by the active negligence or willful misconduct of PG&E, its officers, agents and employees. Applicant will, on PG&E's request, defend any suit asserting a claim covered by this indemnity. Applicant will pay all costs that may be incurred by PG&E in enforcing this indemnity, including reasonable attorneys' fees.

3. The location and requested work are described as follows: (Describe in detail the materials and facilities to be furnished and/or work to be performed by PG&E. If more space is required, use other side and attach any necessary drawings as Exhibits A, B, C, etc):

J ST./9TH ST., WASCOLocation
Install Streetlight Service Point(s) and/or Circuit(s)Description of Work $5,661.55 Engineering & Administrative Costs
Including Applicant Design Value of $0.00
Streetlight Service - Facilities & Connection $9,221.68 (+) Total Amount Subject to Allowance $14,883.23 (=)
Streetlight Service Point Allowance $374.52 (-)
Balance $14,508.71 (=)
Additional Applicant Design Review $0.00 (+)
Re-Engineering, Land, Permits $500.00 (+)
SL Circuit - Poles & Foundations $0.00 (+)
SL Circuit - Internal Wiring/Circuit Cable $0.00 (+)
SL Substructures, Trench, Tree Trimming $2,373.19 (+)
SL Svc Extnsn and/or Circuit - Inspection $1,168.34 (+) SL LED Luminaires/Non Refundable Facilities (NR) $0.00 (+) SL Svc Extnsn and/or Circuit - Riser Molding $1,061.25 (+) Subtotal $19,611.49 (=)
24%ITCC @ $4,706.75 (+)
Streetlight Service Point - Connection Only $0.00 (+)
Less Applicant Provided Work:

Less Facilities Provided by Applicant $2,373.19 (-)
SL Circuit - Luminaires $0.00 (-)
#Form 62-4527#
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* Automated document, Preliminary Statement, Part A
131789307
62-4527 (Rev 1/91)
Service Planning
Advice No. 1633-G/1342-E
Effective 4/02/91
SL Circuit - Arms $0.00 (-)
SL Circuit - Poles/Posts $0.00 (-)
Total Streetlight Non-Refundable Payment $21,945.05 (=) Amount shown does not include PG&E Contributions of:

SL Circuit - Luminaires $0.00
SL Circuit - Arms $0.00
SL Svc Dlvry Pnt Extn - Connection to LS-1A Circuit $0.00 SL Engineering & Administrative Costs $0.00

4. Applicant shall pay to PG&E, promptly upon demand by PG&E, as the complete contract price hereunder, the sum of Twenty-one thousand nine hundred forty-five dollars and six cents $21,945.06 Upon completion of requested work, ownership shall vest in: PG&E Applicant Executed this #signDayWPA# day of #signMonWPA# #signYrWPA# City of Wasco, A

GOVERNMENT AGENCY
Applicant

PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC COMPANY
#sigWPA# By: By: Natalie Fritze
Kameron Arnold
Print/Type/Name
Title: City Engineer Title: Service Planning Supervisor #titleWPA#
Mailing Address: 801 8th St.

WASCO, CA 93280
29 December 2025
City Engineer
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.

TO: H
onorable Mayor and Council Members
FRO
M: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Luis Villa, Public Works Director
DA
TE: April 21, 2026
SUB
JECT: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the C ity Manager or designee to finalize and execute a purchase order with Toter, LLC, a subdivision of Wastequip, in the amount not to exceed $55,000.00 to purchase 740 – 95-gallon carts. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Recommendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:
1) Ado
pt a resolution authorizing the city manager or designee to finalize and execute a purchase order with Toter, LLC, a subdivision of Wastequip, in the amount not to exceed $55,000.00 to purchase 740 – 96-gallon carts; 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.

Environmental Review:

Discussion:

Approximately 19 years ago, the City converted a large number of 300-gallon containers to 95-gallon carts. These carts are approaching or are at the end of their useful life and require replacement. Refuse carts begin to exhaust their useful life after 10 years. The City currently replaces damaged carts due to normal wear and tear at no cost to the resident. City staff strive to maintain a stock of carts to ensure healthy services to our customers. Staff notes that the turnaround time between order and deli very is approximately 4 to 6 weeks. To ensure proper and timely replacement of aging carts, staff suggest increasing their stock of carts at this time.

STAFF REPORT
City of Wasco
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City staff have reviewed alternative purchasing options and identified that Toter currently has an active agreement with Sourcewell. In accordance with the City’s municipal code, the City may utilize joint powers agreements for procurement. The City is a member of Sourcewell. Sourcewell is a national joint power agreement that allows the City to make purchases without further competitive bidding.

Fi
scal Impact:

The $53,553.19 will be paid out of the Sanitation Department Materials and Supplies budget. No budget action is required with approval of this item.

At
tachments:

1. Resolution

2. Quote
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026 -

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

MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO FINALIZE AND EXECUTE A PURCHASE ORDER WITH TOTER, LLC IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $55,000.00
WHEREAS, the City of Wasco wishes to purchase 740 new 95- gallon refuse carts; and WHEREAS, said purchase has been made in the form and manner prescribed by the City of Wasco Municipal Code and the California Public Contract Code; and WHEREAS, the Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California; and
WHEREA
S, the total cost for the refuse carts will be allocated from the materials and supplies line item in the Sanitation Department’s adopted operating budget for FY2025-26.

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

SECTI
ON 1: Authorizes the City Manager or designee to finalize and approve purchase order(s) in an amount not to exceed $55,000.00.
-o0o-
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I HEREBY CERTIFY t hat the foregoing Resolution No. 2026 - was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on April 21, 2026, by the following vote:

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

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:
_______________
___________
EDUARDO SALDAÑA,
MAYOR of the City of Wasco
A
ttest: _______________
_______________
___________________
MARIA O. MARTINEZ, CMCA
CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of
the Council of the City of Wasco
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WQ-10378948
PHONE: 800-424-0422 FAX: 833-930-1124
1661 Frontera Rd, Del Rio, TX, 78840
Our Quote serves as an offer to provide Products and/or services at the quantities and prices shown and is a good faith estimate, based on our understanding of your needs. By signing below, you indicate your acceptance of our offer which is Additional Terms
Customer is responsible for offloading.Special Instructions $53,553.19Grand Total
$3,742.36Tax
$4,448.83Shipping
$45,362.00Subtotal
FOB OriginShipping Terms
Net 30 Days if credit has been establishedPayment Terms WQ-10378948
Please Reference Quote Number on all
Purchase Orders
Quote Number
4/15/2026Expiration Date
[email protected] Email
Trevor MattsonSalesperson
Quick Ship
746 8th St
Wasco, CA 93280-2010
USA
Ship To
City of WascoShip To Name
(661) 758-7214Phone
[email protected]
746 8th St
Wasco, CA 93280-2010
USA
Bill To
City of WascoBill To Name
Antonio MaldonadoContact Name
Sell To:

Quote Information
Product Product Description Description Selected Option Quantity Sales Price Total Price
**Plastics -
80595
Model 80595 - 95 Gallon
Toter Universal
lid1:B0249
POS D
---Body Color - (145) Midnight Gray
---Lid Color - (145) Midnight Gray
---Lid Hot Stamp Center - Read from Street
(Existing) in White
---Wheels - 10in Sunburst
---Toter Serial Number Hot Stamped on Front of
Cart Body in White
---2/3 Assembled with Lid (down), Stop Bar and
Axle Factory Installed
---Warranty – 12 Yrs Cart Body, All other
components 10 Yrs
555.00 $61.30 $34,021.50
**Plastics -
80595
Model 80595 - 95 Gallon
Toter Universal
lid1:S7788-T
POS D
---Body Color - (940) Green
---Lid Color - (940) Green
---Lid Hot Stamp Center - Read from Street
(Existing) in White
---Wheels - 10in Sunburst
---Toter Serial Number Hot Stamped on Front of
Cart Body in White
---2/3 Assembled with Lid (down), Stop Bar and
Axle Factory Installed
---Warranty – 12 Yrs Cart Body, All other
components 10 Yrs
185.00 $61.30 $11,340.50
Special Instructions
Additional Information
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WQ-10378948
PHONE: 800-424-0422 FAX: 833-930-1124
1661 Frontera Rd, Del Rio, TX, 78840
Please Reference Quote Number on all Purchase Orders
Accepted By: ______________________________________________________ Company Name: ______________________________________________________ Date: ______________________________________________________ Purchase Order: ______________________________________________________ Pricing is based on your acceptance prior to the expiration of this Quote, including product specifications, quantities, and timing. Any differences to your Order may result in different pricing, freight or other costs. Due to volatility in petrochemical, steel and related Product material markets, actual prices and freight, are subject to change. We reserve the right, by providing notice to you at any time before beginning Product manufacturing, to increase the price of the Product(s) to reflect any increase in the cost to us which is due to any factor beyond our control (such as, without limitation, any increase in the costs of labor, materials, or other costs of manufacture or supply). Unless otherwise stated, materials and container sizes indicated on sales literature, invoices, price lists, quotations and delivery tickets are nominal sizes and representations – actual volume, Products and materials are subject to manufacturing and commercial variation and Wastequip’s practices, and may vary from nominal sizes and materials. All prices are in US dollars; this Quote may not include all applicable taxes, brokerage fees or duties. If customer is not tax exempt, final tax calculations are subject to change. Pursuant to California Section 26275 of the Health and Safety Code, certain trash receptacles and storage containers must be marked with reflectors. Customers must disclose if such receptacles and containers are intended for use in California – if not disclosed, the receptacles and containers are not intended for use in California.

Additional
Information
expressly subject to the Wastequip Terms & Conditions of Sale (“Wastequip’s Terms””) located at:
, as of the date set forth in Section 1(b) of the WQ T&C, which are madehttps://www.wastequip.com/terms-conditions-sale a part of this Quote. Wastequip’s Terms may be updated from time to time and are available by hard copy upon request.

Any changes or deviations to the terms of this Quote, including any different terms in an Order submitted by you, must be agreed upon in writing by both parties.

Signatures
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STAFF REPORT
City of Wasco
TO: H
onorable Mayor and Council Members
FRO
M: M. Scott Hurlbert, City Manager
Maria Lara, Assistant City Manager
DA
TE: April 21, 2026
SUB
JECT: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Finalize and Execute a Temporary Employment Agreement for a Summer IT Intern Through Kern Intern Connections, Subject to City Manager and City Attorney Review.
_____________________________________________________________________________________ Recommendation:

Staff recommends the City Council:
1) Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Finalize and Execute a Temporary Employment Agreement for a Summer IT Intern Through Kern Intern Connections (KIC), Subject to City Manager and City Attorney Review; 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.

Su
mmary:

The Information Technology Department is requesting authorization to participate in the Kern Intern Connections (KIC) Program to hire one (1) Summer IT Intern for up to eight (8) weeks. The program provides local students with hands-on experience while reimbursing the city for a portion of intern wages. Participation will provide additional IT support at a reduced cost while supporting local workforce development. 24 of 31
Background:

The Kern Intern Connections (KIC) Program is administered by the Kern Economic Development Foundation and connects local employers with students seeking employment and hands -on experience in STEM -related fields. Intern candidates are recent graduates of the Regional Occupational Center (ROC) and the Career Technical Education Center (CTEC).

Students apply through a centralized process, and employers are matched with qualified candidates based on skill sets and application responses. The City retains full authority over interviewing, selection, and supervision of the intern, in coordination wi th KIC program staff.

Discussion:

Hiring a Summer IT Intern through the KIC Program provides the city with additional departmental support while keeping costs low. The intern will assist the Information Technology Department with:
• Basic technical support and troubleshooting
• Computer and equipment setup and maintenance
• Software updates and installations
• Inventory tracking of IT equipment
• Assistance with department projects
This additional support will allow full- time IT staff to focus on higher -level projects and respond more efficiently to technology- related needs across City departments without hiring a permanent employee.

The internship will last up to eight (8) consecutive weeks during the summer, with a flexible schedule that accommodates both City operational needs and the intern’s availability.

In addition to operational benefits, participation in this program demonstrates the City’s commitment to investing in local students, workforce development, and long -term economic sustainability within Kern County.

Fiscal Impact:

The total cost of hiring Summer IT Interns for 8 weeks is estimated at $5,500.00 under the Kern Intern Connections program. The city will receive up to $2,740.00 in reimbursement to help cover wages. After reimbursement, the City’s net cost is estimated at approximately $2,760.00.

Staf
f is requesting approval of a $5,500.00 budget allocation within the Information Technology Department to cover the full cost of the internship. Reimbursement will be received upon completion of program requirements. There is no ongoing or long -term fiscal obligation associated with this request.

At
tachments:

1. Resolution

2. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Kern Economic Development Foundation 25 of 31
RESOLUTION NO. 2026 -

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

THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO FINALIZE AND EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF

UNDERSTANDING (MOU) WITH KERN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION FOR THE

KERN INTERN CONNECTIONS PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the City wishes to enter a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) through Kern Intern Connections (KIC) for the purpose of hiring a Summer Information and Technology Intern; and
WHEREAS, the City of Wasco is committed to supporting workforce development opportunities for local students while enhancing its Information Technology operations for the benefit of its 27,430 residents; and
WHEREAS, the Summer IT Intern ship is an 8 -week program that will assist City staff with social media, hardware support, software updates, equipment maintenance, and technology projects, allowing the City to complete important work more efficiently and improve service to the community; and
WHEREAS, the Kern Intern Connections program provides financial reimbursement to support local employers, covering up to $2,740.00 of the intern’s wages, reducing the City’s overall cost for the internship; and
WHEREAS, participation in the program promotes retention of local S TEM talent, strengthens ties with the Regional Occupational Center and Career Technical Education Center, and supports the City’s broader community and economic development goals; and
WHEREAS, the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) shall also be subject to review and approval as to legal form by the City Attorney; and
WHEREAS, the MOU shall not be valid unless and until so approved by the City Attorney and executed by the City Manager or designee.

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

SECTION 1: Authorizes the City Manager or designee to finalize and execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) through Kern Intern Connections Program to hire one (1) Summer IT Intern.

SECTION 2: The draft MOU as attached hereto as Exhibit “A” shall not be valid unless and until so approved by the City Attorney and executed by the City Manager or designee.

SECTION 3: Authorizes the City Manager or designee to make the necessary budget appropriations of up to $5, 500.00 to the IT department , amendments, and reimbursement requests to implement the Kern Intern Connection Program. -o0o-
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I
HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 2026 - was passed and adopted by the Council of the City of Wasco at a regular meeting thereof held on April 21, 2026, by the following vote:

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

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:
_______________
___________________
EDUARDO SALDAÑA
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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1 To: City of Wasco
From: Kern Economic Development Foundation
Date: April 21, 202 6
Re: Kern Intern Connection Program; Memorandum of Understanding Regarding Wage Reimbursement
This memo randum of understanding (“MOU”) by and between KERN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION, a California nonprofit public benefit corporation (the “Foundation”), and _______________________________ (“Employer”), shall serve to confirm the terms and conditions of Employer’s participation in the Kern Intern Connection Program (the “Program”) to facilitate the employment of one (1) intern ( “Intern”) based on the terms and conditions set forth herein.

1. Rei
mbursement Rate. The Foundation agrees to reimburse Employer for the cost of employing Intern based on the following rate schedule:
a. Rei
mbursement Rat e. Employer shall be reimburs ed for the cost of compensating Intern at a rate of $8.45 per hour, for up to 40 hours per week, for a duration of up to eight (8) consecutive weeks (“Reimbursement Rate”). The t otal reimbursement amount to be paid to Employer during the Term (as defined in Section 4 below) based on the Reimbursement Rate shall not exceed $2,704.00.
b. T
o the extent Intern resides more than twenty- five (25) miles from Employer’s worksite, the Intern may be eligible to receive a stipend to offset Intern’s cost of fuel used to travel to/from the worksite (“Fuel Stipend”). The amount of the Fuel Stipend to be provided to Intern shall be determined by Foundation, in consultation with Employer on a case-by-case basis, in its sole and absolute discretion. The total amount of the Fuel Stipend provided by the Foundation to Employer for distribution to Intern during the Term shall note exceed $1,000.00.

2. Em
ployer Acknowledgments. Employer acknowledges and agrees to the following:
a. Em
ployer shall be responsible for hiring and orienting Intern and be considered the sole employer of Intern. The Intern shall not be considered an employee, independent contractor, agent, joint venturer or partner of the Foundation. Nothing in this MOU shall be interpreted or construed as creating an employment relationship between the Foundation and Intern. b. Em
ployer shall be solely responsible for paying all employment-related taxes, withholdings, and payments for Intern, including, but not limited to state and federal income taxes, SDI and FICA, that are attributable to compensating Intern under this Program. Employer shall be 28 of 31
2 further responsible for full compliance with all applicable federal, state and local labor and employment laws.

3. Paym
ents. The Foundation shall reimburse Employer, based on the Reimbursement Rate set forth in Section 1 above, within forty -five (45) days of receipt of an invoice from Employer for compensation paid to Intern. If requested by Foundation, Employer shall provide Foundation with additional information evidencing the amount paid to Intern and for which Employer is seeking reimbursement. All requests for reimbursement by Employer shall be submitted by no later than forty-five (45) days after the conclusion of the Term.

4. Term.

Unless sooner terminated as provided herein, this MOU shall be effective and enforceable for a period of eight (8) consecutive weeks, commencing on Intern’s first day of employment with Employer (the “Term”). Within five (5) days of commencement of the Term, Employer shall provide Foundation with written notice confirming Intern’s first day of employment. The Foundation shall not be responsible for reimbursing Employer for any costs associated with employing and compensating Intern after the expiration of the Term and said costs shall be the sole responsibility of the Employer.

5. Te
rmination. Employer shall have the right, in its sole and absolute discretion, to terminate Intern’s employment, with or without cause , throughout the Term. In the event of any such termination, Employer shall be reimbursed in accordance with Section 1 for all hours worked by Intern up to and through the date of termination. The parties’ respective rights and obligations under this MOU shall otherwise terminate and this MOU shall be of no further force or effect as of the date of termination, except for those terms that expressly survive the termination of this MOU.

6. Ins
urance. During the T erm of this MOU, Employer shall maintain such types and amounts of insurance as are customary in Employer’s line of business and otherwise maintain any insurance as required by law, including, but not limited to, workers’ compensation insurance.

7. Inde
mnification by Employer . To the fullest extent permitted by law, Employer shall hold harmless, indemnify, reimburse and defend the Foundation and its officers, directors, agents and employees from and against any and all claims, suits, actions, proceedings, losses, liabilities, professional liabilities or expenses (including attorneys’ fees and all court costs and other expenses) arising out of or in connection with: (i) Intern’s course and scope of work performed on behalf of Employer during the Term of this MOU; (ii) the failure of Employer (or its directors, officers, employees, agents or subcontractors) to comply with any provision of this MOU; and (iii) any negligent act or omission or willful misconduct of Employer (or any of its directors, officers, employees, agents or subcontractors) otherwise pertaining in any manner to this MOU. Foundation’s rights and Employer’s obligations under this Section 7 shall survive the termination of this MOU.

8. Lim
itation of Liability. The liability of either party to the other for any type of damages, whether considered general or special damages, shall be limited to the total reimbursement amount paid to Employer under Section 1 herein, unless such damages are the result of a party’s gross negligence or willful misconduct.

9. No Th
ird-Party Beneficiary; No Partnership or Joint Venture Created. This MOU is made for the sole benefit of the parties and their respective successors and assigns, and no other person or persons shall have any right of action hereon. Nothing in this MOU shall be construed, deemed, or interpreted by the parties or by any third person to create the relationship of principal and agent or of partnership, joint venture or any other association other than contractual parties to this MOU. 29 of 31
3 10. General Provisions.
a. Thi
s MOU constitutes the entire integrated agreement between the Foundation and Employer. All prior negotiations, representations, and agreements, written or oral, between the parties regarding the subject matter of this MOU are superseded and canceled hereby and shall not be used to interpret or construe this MOU.
b. No a
mendment or modification of this MOU shall be effective or enforceable, unless in writing signed by the parties.
c. Nei
ther party shall voluntarily, or by operation of law, assign or otherwise transfer this MOU without the other party’s prior written consent. Any purported assignment in violation of this paragraph shall be void.
d. Ca
ptions and headings in this MOU are solely for the convenience of the parties, are not a part of this agreement, and shall not be used to interpret or determine the validity of this MOU or any of its provisions.
e. Th
is MOU may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all such counterparts together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

Facsimile signatures are acceptable to both parties.
f. Th
is MOU is the entire agreement between the parties. No other agreements, oral or written, have been entered into with respect to the subject matter of this MOU. g. The
validity, interpretation, and performance of this MOU shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Venue shall be Kern County. h. In t
he event any action or proceeding is instituted arising out of or relating to this MOU, the prevailing party shall be entitled to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and actual costs. i. Wa
iver by a party of any provision of this MOU shall not be considered a continuing waiver or a waiver of any other provision, including the time for performance of any such provision.
j. Th
e parties acknowledge that each party and their respective legal counsel have reviewed this MOU and agree that this MOU is the product of negotiations between the parties.

This MOU shall be interpreted without reference to the rule of interpretation of documents that uncertainties or ambiguities therein shall be determined against the party so drafting the MOU. k. Thi
s MOU shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties hereto, and their respective heirs, successors, and assigns.
l. If
any provision of this MOU is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall not be affected thereby and shall continue in full force and effect.
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4 m. All notices required to be given under this Agreement or by law shall be in writing and shall be deemed received by the party to whom directed if personally served or when faxed or when sent by electronic mail (“email”) or when deposited in the United Stat es Mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows: If to Foundation: Attention – Barbara Minor, Program Manager, 2700 M Street, Suite 200, Bakersfield, CA 93301, Phone – (661)862-5150, Email - [email protected]; If to Employer : ___________________, __________________, ______________________, Phone - __________________, Email - __________________. Any party may change its address by giving notice to the other party in the manner herein described Da
ted: _____________, 2026 KERN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
FOUNDATION, a California nonprofit public
benefit corporation (“Foundation”)
By:
___________________________________
Its:
___________________________________
Da
ted: ______________, 2026 ______________________, a California Municipal Corporation (“Employer”)
By:
__________________________________
It
s: __________________________________
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