On the agenda: California City CITY COUNCIL MEETING - Sep 23, 2025 — Data Center (Sep 23)

CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
Marquette Hawkins
MAYOR

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025

Della Clark
Jim Creighton
Michael Hurles
Ronald Smith
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Christopher Lopez
CITY MANAGER

AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL/ HOUSING AUTHORITY/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY
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CALL TO ORDER

CLOSED SESSION 4:00PM

ROLL CALL
Councilmembers: Clark, Creighton, Hurles, Smith, Mayor Hawkins
ADOPT THE AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are welcome to address the City Council ONLY on those items listed on the Closed
Session agenda. Each member of the public will be given (3) three minutes to speak
CLOSED SESSION
CS 1.

Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation,
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to § 54956.9(d)(2)
Number of Matters- Three (3)

CS 2.

Conference with Legal Counsel- Existing Litigation,
pursuant to § 54956.9(d)(1)
Number of Matters- One (1)
Song, et al. v. City of California City Case no. BCV-22-103394

REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
CITY COUNCIL CONVENES TO REGULAR MEETING
REGULAR MEETING 5:00PM
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE / INVOCATION

CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025

ROLL CALL –
Councilmembers: Clark, Creighton, Hurles, Smith, Mayor Hawkins
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
PD
TREASURER
BUILDING

CITY CLERK REPORTS/RECEIVED COMMUNICATIONS
JM POWERS- DATED:
-August 31, 2025
-September 13, 2025
-September 14, 2025
CIVIC/COMMUNITY/ORGANIZATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRESENTATIONS
Jay Schlosser, Executive Director, Kern COG
PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR / PUBLIC COMMENT
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agenda and over which the City Council has jurisdiction. Please state your name for the record and limit your
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discussion with the public or make any decision. The City Council can direct staff to bring the item back to a
future agenda for discussion.
CONSENT CALENDAR
WAIVER OF FULL READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
Consideration to waive full-text reading of all Resolutions and Ordinances by single motion made at the start of
each meeting, subject to the ability of the City Council / Agency to read the full text of selected resolutions and
ordinances when the item is addressed by subsequent motion. All items on the consent calendar are considered
routine, and non-controversial and will be approved by (1) one motion if no member of the council, staff, or
public wishes to comment or ask questions. Public comments are to be limited to (3) three minutes. Roll call vote
required.
CC 1.

Approve City Check Register dated 9/5/2025- 9/18/2025

NEW BUSINESS
NB 1.

Staff Report: Christopher Lopez, City Manager- Joe Barragan, Public Works Director
Subject: A Resolution of The City Council of The City of California City Adopting
Amendment to Memorandum of Understanding Between Electric Vehicle (Ev) Ready
Communities Phase Iiblueprint Implementation (Gfo-19-603) Subcontractor to Kern Council
of Governments; Cec Agreement Gfo-20-010 With Kern Council of Governments
Recommendation: Staff Recommends the City Council Approve Resolution 25-3163

NB 2.

Staff Report: Christopher Lopez, City Manager- Joe Barragan, Public Works Director

CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025

Subject: Adopt a Resolution of The City Council Of The City Of California City Approving
The Belfor Proposals To Clean Up The Public Yard From The Fire Debris And Damage.
Recommendation: Staff Recommends the City Council Approve Resolution 25-3164
NB 3.

Staff Report: Christopher Lopez, City Manager-Shannon Hayes, Acting Public Safety Director
Subject: Adopt a Resolution of The City Council of The City of California City Authorizing And
Approving The Adoption of Job Description for Police Reserve
Recommendation: City Council Adopt Resolution No. 25-3141

COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, AGENDA REQUESTS, AND AB1234 REPORTS
This portion of the meeting is reserved for council members to present information, announcements, and items
that have come to their attention. The Brown Act precludes Council, staff, or public discussion. Short staff
responses are appropriate. The Council will take no formal action. A Council member may request the City Clerk
to calendar an item for consideration at a future meeting or refer an item to staff.
ADJOURNMENT

AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING-September 18, 2025
I, Leanndrea Weible, Acting City Clerk for the City of California City, California, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that
the foregoing notice was posted on all official City bulletin boards and the City’s website at least 72 hours prior
to the meeting in compliance with the provisions of the Brown Act.

DR- PD

COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
September 23, 2025

TO:

Honorable Mayor and City Council

FROM:

Christopher Lopez, City Manager
Shannon Hayes, Acting Director of Public Safety

SUBJECT:

PD MONTHLY DEPARTMENT REPORT

August 2025 Stats

TOTAL PART 1 CRIMES

August Part 1 Crimes - as of 9/03/2025
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0

28

32

23

2021

2022

2023

2024

2025

Total Violent and Property Crimes Reported 2021 - 2025

0

0

0

0

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025

TOTAL PROPERTY
CRIMES - AUGUST

TOTAL VIOLENT
CRIMES - AUGUST

MURDER - AUGUST

0

32

26

17

20

6

11

6

11

13

2021

2022

2023

2024

2025

2021

2022

22

23

2023

2024

16
2025

1

DR- PD

JULY 2025 vs. AUGUST 2025, DOWN BY 31%
Part 1 Crimes July 2025 – 22
Part 1 Crimes August 2025 – 32

JULY 2025 PART 1
CRIMES BY AREA
7

0

0

1

4

AUGUST 2025 PART 1
CRIMES BY AREA
12

6
3

1

0

0

0

0

4

7

5

4

0

AUGUST 2025 – PATROL STATISTICS
Total Incidents (August): 1,559
Total Incidents (2025): 11,556

Total Arrests (August): 22

Felony Arrests: 13

Total Arrests (2025): 206
Misd. Arrests: 94

Calls for Service (August): 1,173

Misd. Arrests: 9

Felony Arrests: 112

Calls for Service (2025): 9,019

Citations Issued (August): 14 Citations Issued (2025): 184

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DR- AC

COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
September 23, 2025

TO:

Honorable Mayor and City Council

FROM:

Christopher Lopez, City Manager
Shannon Hayes, Acting Director of Public Safety

SUBJECT:

ANIMAL CONTROL MONTHLY DEPARTMENT REPORT

California City Animal Shelter
August 2025 Totals
California City
Animal Shelter Stats
Criteria

August, 2025

August, 2024

Total Animals In

14

26

Adoptions

13

10

To Rescues

7

2

Canvassed

6

39

Warnings Issued

18

31

Returned to Owner

0

1

Put to Sleep

1

0

Licenses Issued

10

14

Citations

0

1

Dog Bites

3

4

Owner Surrender

0

0

Calls to PD/Shelter
DOA

236
7

219
4

1

DR- AC
California City Animal Shelter Stats
DOA
Calls to PD/Shelter
Owner Surrender
Dog Bites
Citations
Licenses Issued
Put to Sleep
Returned to Owner
Warnings Issued
Canvassed
To Rescues
Adoptions
Total Animals In
0

50

100
August, 2024

2

150
August, 2025

200

250

COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
August 2025 Report
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Keith Middleton, City Treasurer
SUBJECT: TREASURER MONTHLY DEPARTMENT REPORT

The values presented in this report are extracted from End of Month bank and investments statements.
The General Funds investment portfolio consists of funds for operations, Capital Improvement Projects (CIP),
water rate stabilization, administration replacements and reserves.
Balance on
7/31/2025

General Operating Accounts

$
$
Sub-Total Operating Accounts $

Bank of the Sierra -- General Checking
Bank of the Sierra -- Cannibas Checking

Net
Transactions

2,360,941 $
798,384 $
3,159,326 $
Balance on
7/31/2025

General Investment Accounts

$
$
$
Sub-Total Investment Accounts $
Total City Operating Funds $

Local Agency Investment Fund (122)
Kern County Investment Fund (9153)
Multi-Bank Securities (CD Manager)

8,874,680
4,699,782
1,025,883
14,600,345
17,759,670

Balance on
8/31/2025

(460,159) $
243,996 $
(216,163) $
Net
Transactions

$
$
$
$
$

1,900,783
1,042,380
2,943,163
Balance on
8/31/2025

- $
- $
1,469 $
1,469 $
(214,694) $

8,874,680
4,699,782
1,027,353
14,601,814
17,544,977

Percent
of Total

10.83%
5.94%

Percent
of Total

50.58%
26.79%
5.86%
100.00%

Restricted Housing Corporation Accounts
Checking & CD Accounts

7/31/2025

$
$
$
$
$

Housing Corp. -- Bank of the Sierra, Checking
Housing Corp. -- Bank of the Sierra, CD 7653
Housing Corp. -- Bank of the Sierra, CD 7654
Housing Corp. -- Bank of the Sierra, CD 6574
Housing Corp. -- Bank of the Sierra, CD 6582

Total Housing Corporation Funds $

2,071,710
113,945
142,524
261,078
261,078

Net Transactions

$
$
$
$
$

2,850,336 $

23,522
359
449
822
822

8/31/2025

$
$
$
$
$

2,095,232
114,304
142,973
261,900
261,900

72.84%
3.97%
4.97%
9.11%
9.11%

25,973 $

2,876,309

100.00%

Restricted SDI Accounts
Note: Interest earned from the SDI CD is directly deposited into the SDI checking account monthly.
Checking & CD Investment Accounts

7/31/2025

$
$
*$
Total SDI Agency Funds $

SDI -- Bank of the Sierra, Checking 6370
SDI -- Bank of the Sierra CD 2389
SDI -- US Bank Investments

479,159
266,395
91,494,676
92,240,229

Net Transactions

8/31/2025

$
$
$
$

472,290
267,233
92,534,702
93,274,226

(6,869) $
839 $
1,040,027 $
1,033,996 $

0.51%
0.29%
99.21%
100.00%

Restricted RDA/Successor Agency Accounts
Checking & Investment Accounts
Successor -- Bank of the Sierra, Checking 8870
RDA/Successor -- US Bank Investments

7/31/2025

Net Transactions

8/31/2025

$
$

649,236 $
862,086 $

(359,703) $
367,203 $

289,533
1,229,289

19.06%
80.94%

Total Successor Agency Funds $

1,511,322 $

7,500 $

1,518,822

100.00%

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California City, California 93505
TREASURER'S MONTHLY REPORT OF INVESTMENT
August 2025 Report

INVESTMENT POLICY
The Treasurer shall invest the City's monies as permitted in the Citie's approved investment policy and approval
of both the City Manager and Finance Director. The Treasurer shall consider current and projected cash needs in
making such investments.
US Bank
SDI Account
7/31/2025
91,535,637
91,494,676
(40,962)

Market Value Summary - CUSTODIAN ACCOUNT

Beginning Market Value
Ending Market Value
Investment Results (Acct. Number 104388-010)

US Bank
RDA/Successor Agency Accounts
Market Value Summary - REDEVELOPEMENT AGENCY PROJ AREA TAX
7/31/2025
Beginning Market Value
Ending Market Value
Investment Results (Acct. Number 211146000)
Market Value Summary - SUCCESSOR AGENCY Proj Area TAX INTEREST

7/31/2025

Beginning Market Value
Ending Market Value
Investment Results (Acct. Number 211146001)

Beginning Market Value
Ending Market Value
Investment Results (Acct. Number 211146002)

8/31/2025
8/31/2025

0
0
-

Market Value Summary - SUCCESSOR AGENCY Proj Area TAX PRINCIPAL

8/31/2025
91,494,676
92,534,702
1,040,027

7/31/2025

0
97,203
97,203
8/31/2025

3
3
-

3
270,003
270,000

7/31/2025
862,082
862,082
-

8/31/2025
862,082
862,082
-

Total RDA/Successor Investment Assets

862,086

1,229,289

Total "US Bank" Investment Assets

92,356,761

93,763,991

Market Value Summary - SUCCESSOR AGENCY Proj Area TAX RESERVE

Beginning Market Value
Ending Market Value
Investment Results (Acct. Number 211146003)

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DR-BLDG

COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
September 23, 2025

TO:

Honorable Mayor and City Council

FROM:

Christopher Lopez, City Manager
Joe Barragan, Public Works Director

SUBJECT:

BLDG MONTHLY DEPARTMENT REPORT

Building
Inspections
Projects Finaled
Commercial Inspections
Commercial Inspection Finaled
Permit Applications Received
Plan Checks Received (Solar, Construction,
BHT)
Plan Check Completed
New Residential Home Permits
New Commercial Building Permits
New Cannabis Building Permits
Total Permits Issued

July Total
182
26
4
3
64
40

FY 25-26 to Date
2262
468
109
23
625
587

40
9
0
0
59

627
111
5
3
729

RESIDENTIAL INSPECTION DETAILS JULY 2025
BLOCK WALL

RES TOTAL INSPECTIONS JULY 2025

182

3

RESEDENTIAL CORRECTIONS JULY 25

CARPORT

26

CODE ENFORCEMENT (RED TAG)
COMMERCIAL FINAL

40

DRAINIAGE
DRYWALL NAILING
ELECTRICAL PANEL
ELECTRICAL RELEASE
ELECTRICAL ROUGH

7
4
13
9

COMM INSPECTIONS JULY 2025
1-VERIZON CELL SITE
1-CANNABIS CULTIVATION
1-SENIOR CENTER BUILDING
1- GAS TRENCH LINE

FIRE SEPERATION WALL
FOOTING AND SLAB
FOUNDATION ELEVATION

RES COMPLETE/FINAL INSPECTIONS

6
6

COMM FINAL INSPECTIONS

3
COMM CORRECTIONS JULY 2025

FRAMING FLOOR
FRAMING ROOF SHEATHING
FRAMING ROUGH (Walls/Shear Panels)

14
5

0

GARAGE/SHED
GAS PRESSURE TEST
HVAC
HOT MOP/SHOWER PAN
INSULATION
LATHING

5
1
8
6

4

LEACH FIELD
MECHANICAL ROUGH
N-SFD FINAL
PANEL UPGRADE

6
16
8

PATIO FINAL
PATIO COVER
POOL
PLUMBING ROUGH
RE-ROOF
SEEPAGE PIT
SEPTIC TANK
SET BACKS

6
4
3
3
8

SEWERLINE
SIDING
SOLAR

32

SPECIAL INSPECTION
SPECIAL TRENCH
TEMP ELECTRICAL
UFER FOR ELECTRICAL SERVICE
UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL
UNDERGROUND PLUMBING
WATER HEATER

8
2

WINDOWS
MISCELLANEOUS

2

182

CC 1

COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
September 23, 2025

TO:

Honorable Mayor and City Council

FROM:

Christopher Lopez, City Manager
Kenny Cooper, Finance Manager

SUBJECT:

Approve City Check Register dated 09/05/2025—09/18/2025

BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:
The following checks have been prepared by the Finance Department. The items are provided to
the Mayor and City Council for review and approval.
It should be noted that on September 9, 2025, the Mayor and City Council approved payment for
the SDI Forensic Audit which was remitted to the auditing firm.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council discuss and approve the attached check register.

NB 1

COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
September 23, 2025

TO:

Mayor and City Council

FROM:

Christopher Lopez, City Manager, and Joe Barragan, Public Works Director

SUBJECT:

A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of California City
Adopting Amendment To Memorandum Of Understanding Between
California City And The Kern County Council Of Governments For
Electric Vehicles Charging Stations

BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:
The City entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), with the Kern County Council of
Governments (Kern COG), on October 20, 2022. The MOU was extended through an amendment
on September 19, 2024, until August 31, 2025. The City needs to extend the MOU again so that
the City can collect grant funds to reimburse the City for the EV Charging Station that was
installed in the Aspen Mall.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Reimbursement to the City of $ 99,000.
RECOMMENDATION:
The City Council authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Kern COG to extend
the MOU for the EV Charging Station Project (Project) until the Project is completed so that the
City can collect the reimbursement for the unit.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. 2022 MOU
2. 2024 Amendment
3. 2025 Amendment II (Draft)
4. Resolution

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
Electric Vehicle (EV) Ready Communities Phase II Blueprint Implementation (GFO-19-603)
Subcontractor to Kern Council of Governments;
CEC Agreement ARV-20-010-01 with Kern Council of Governments
THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING is made and entered into on October 20, 2022 by and
among the CITY OF California City ("CITY" herein), a municipal government of the State of California, and the
KERN COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS ("KERN COG" herein), a Joint Powers Agency formed pursuant to the
California Government Code.

RECITALS
WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 6502 authorizes cities and counties to enter into
agreements for their mutual benefit; and
WHEREAS, CITY, and KERN COG have a compelling and mutual interest in the implementation of
the 2019 Kern EV Charging Station Blueprint in participating cities; and
WHEREAS, CITY, and KERN COG recognize that the installation of electric vehicle charging stations
to support the deployment of electric vehicles and/or equipment will benefit the citizens of the CITY by
providing much-needed funding and by reducing transportation-related air pollution, improving the local air
quality in or near a Disadvantaged Community (DAC) identified in CalEnviroscreen 3.0; and
WHEREAS, KERN COG and CITY as a subcontractor applied for grant funds and were awarded by
California Energy Commission ("CEC" herein) to install charging stations, and to conduct public awareness
efforts regarding the station; and
WHEREAS, in January 2022 the CEC amended the EV Ready Communities Agreement ARV-20-010
with Kern COG, increasing the budget and adding tasks to the Scope of Work, and extending the termination
date from March 31, 2024 to September 30, 2024; and
WHEREAS, CITY recognizes that CITY will (a) carry out the scope of work and schedule, (b)
participate in program management meetings, (c) demonstrate evidence of matching funds and (d) send
reports and invoices to KERN COG; and
WHEREAS, KERN COG will in turn carry out its responsibilities under the CEC Agreement ARV-202010 and that that grant funding awarded to KERN COG to implement the 2019 Kern Region Electric Vehicle
(EV) Blueprint will be invoiced by KERN COG to CEC per the schedule and scope of work for the amended
CEC Agreement ARV-20-010-01 and pay funds due to CITY as a subcontractor through this MOU.

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AGREEMENT
1.

The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are adopted into this contract as if set forth in
full.

2.

EV Ready Communities funding CEC awarded to the CITY as a subcontractor, identified in
this MOU will be accessed by KERN COG through invoices sent directly to CEC. CITY
agrees to provide any necessary documentation reasonably required in furtherance of this
purpose.

3.

CITY will confirm and document local matching funds identified in this MOU through invoice
reports sent directly to KERN COG.

4.

The table below reflects CEC grant amounts and matching funds for KERN COG and all of
the subcontractors participating in the amended CEC Agreement ARV-20-010-01. The CITY
shall submit a budget using a template provided to the CITY by the Project Manager. This
budget will (a) align with the Scope of Work (Exhibit A) and Schedule of Deliverables (Exhibit
B) and will (b) be used to categorize the CEC Funding and the Local Match Funding and (c)
be used to create invoices submitted to Kern COG.
Aaencv Name

Kern COG

Citv of Arvin

City of California City
(Off-grid mobile unit; 2
L2 Charaers)

Citv of Delano
City of McFarland
Amended
Citv of Shafter
City of Wasco
Amended
KCCD (Bakersfield
Colleae) Amended
Frito-Lay North America
(PepsiCo)
MioCar EVCS and
Operations
Program Management,
Outreach, and 2024
Blueprint Consultants
KCOG Materials & Misc.
including eBikes; Match
includes KCOG outreach

Charaina Stations TBD
TOTAL

5.

CEC Fundina
$96,616

Local Match
$44,QJJ

Trotal Prolecf
$14Q,648

$99,000

$33,000

$132,000

$80 601
$99,000

$99 000

$191 492
$33 000

$33 000

$272,093
$132 000

$132,000

$99,QQQ

$33,QQQ

$132,QQQ

$99,QQQ

$33,QQQ

$132,QQQ

$e4,QQQ

$18,8Q8

$176,735
$45 000
$187 500

$58,912
$15 000

$62 500

$235 647
$60 000

$250,000

$82,8Q8

$427,750
$232,500

$142 584
$77,499

$570,334
$309,999

$359,441

$112,802

$472,243

$507,000

$0

$507,000

$21,600

$29,500

$51,100

$164,873

$7QQ,e1e

$2 500,000

$44 088

$242,841

$833 377

$208,961

$94a,aee

$3 333,377

CITY agrees to carry out Exhibit A Scope of Work in accordance with Exhibit B Schedule of
Products and Due Dates and Exhibit C Budget. City of California City agrees to comply with
Attachment 1: CEC Exhibit C: Terms and Conditions. City of California City agrees to comply
with Attachment 1A CEC Exhibit C eCAMS Streamlining Terms ARV-20-010-01, if the terms
apply.
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6.

Should the CITY scope of work be executed for less than total CEC funding awarded to CITY
through this MOU, MOU amounts exceeding actual expenses shall be reserved by KERN
COG to be redistributed at its discretion with the concurrence of the CEC.

7.

CITY and KERN COG agree that KERN COG will demonstrate the KERN COG share of
matching fund contributions to CEC.

8.

CITY and KERN COG agree that KERN COG staff will require member agency staff to
participate in the execution of their scope of work and KERN COG program management
meetings held at a minimum of quarterly.

9.

The failure of any party to enforce against another a provision of this Agreement shall not
constitute a waiver of that party's right to enforce such a provision at a later time and shall
not serve to vary the terms of this Agreement.

10.

All notices relative to this Agreement shall be given in writing and shall be personally served
or sent by certified or registered mail and be effective upon actual personal service or
depositing in the United States mail. The parties shall be addressed as follows, or at any
other address designated by notice:

CITY:

City of California City
Jim Hart, Interim City Manager
21000 Hacienda Blvd.
California City, CA 93505

KERN COG:

KERN COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
Ahron Hakimi, Executive Director
1401 19th Street, Suite 300
Bakersfield, California 93301

11.

This A reement sets forth the entire A reement between the arties and su ersedes all
other oral or written representations. This Agreement may be modified only in a writing
approved by the City Councils and the Kern Council of Governments, Board of Directors.

12.

Any services of CITY or KERN COG are provided as independent contractors. No party is
an agent or employee of any other party for any purpose and is not entitled to any of the
benefits provided by any party to its employees. This Agreement shall not be construed as
forming a partnership or any other association between CITY, and KERN COG other than
that of an independent contractor.

13.

No party shall be liable to any other party for any loss, damage, liability, claim or cause of
action for damage to or destruction of property or for injury to or death of persons arising
from any act or omission of the other party's officers, agents, or employees. Further, no
party is liable to any other party for loss or inaccuracy of data. Each party is encouraged to
have current backup storage of all data and other relevant information. Further, no party is
liable to any other party for any damage to information or equipment, which results from the
transfer of data.

14.

A party against whom any claim arising from any subject matter of this Agreement is filed
shall give prompt written notice of the filing of the claim to all other parties.

15.

This Agreement is effective upon execution. It is the product of negotiation and, therefore,
shall not be construed against any party.

16.

Any party to this Memorandum of Understanding may terminate its participation in the
activities herein described upon thirty (30) days' written notification to the other parties.
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Termination by one party does not terminate the agreement between the remaining parties,
including the CEC or other KERN COG subcontractors participating in this CEC award of
funding through amended agreement ARV-20-010-01.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Memorandum of Understanding to be
executed, the day and year first-above written.
"CITY of California City"
RECOMMENDED AND APPROVED
AS TO CONTENT:

OocuSlgnod by:

Jim Hart, n I
City of California City

anager

Jeanie
M9�Ft'r��yor
City of California City

11/7/2022

DATE

11/10/2022
DATE

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Legal Counsel
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Memorandum of Understanding to be
executed, the day and year first-above written.
"KERN COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS"
RECOMMENDED AND APPROVED
AS TO CONTENT:

AHRON HAKIMI
Executive Director

10/20/2022

10/20/2022

DATE

k Scrivner, Vice Chairman
ern Council of Governments

DATE

Kern Council of Governments
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Brian Van Wyk, De ut
ounsel for
Kern Council of Governments

10/20/2022

DATE

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EXHIBIT A
Scope of Work
City of California City
TECHNICAL TASK LIST
Assigned

Task Name

1

X

Administration

2

X

Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation

3

NA

Workforce Development and Support

4

X

Outreach

5

X

Data Collection and Analysis

Task#

KEY NAME LIST
Task#

Key Personnel

Key Subcontractor(s)

1

Linda Urata, Project
Manager

Jim Hart, Interim City Manager

2

Linda Urata

Jim Hart

3

Linda Urata

N/A

4

Linda Urata

Jim Hart

5

Linda Urata

Jim Hart

Key Partner(s)

Project Clean Air and East
Kern APCD (match funds)

GLOSSARY
Specific terms and acronyms used throughout this scope of work are defined as follows:
Term/ Acronym

Definition

CAM

(California Energy) Commission Agreement Manager

CEC

California Energy Commission

CTP

Clean Transportation Program

CPR

EVI

CEC Critical Project Review
Electric Vehicle. A broad category that includes all vehicles that are fully
powered by electricity or an electric motor.
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure

EVITP

Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program

EVSE

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment. Infrastructure designed to suppl power to
EVs. EVSE can charge a wide variety of EVs including BEVs and P�EVs.

FTD

Fuels and Transportation Division

EV

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Transportation solutions to improve air quality will vary with local transportation requirements. Many of
the community dial-a-ride, transit agencies, and school districts provide transportation options that
demonstrate a need for what is known as last-mile transit. Kern Council of Governments and other San
Joaquin Valley Regional Planning Agencies funded a study conducted by the UC Davis Institute of
Transportation Studies on rural last-mile transit. This study led to the development of MioCar. MioCar is
a member-based electric carshare program and provides transportation options for people living in and
near low-income housing in the Kern County communities of Wasco and Arvin/Lamont. Effective
transportation solutions require programs such as MioCar to expand to new disadvantaged communities.
Workforce development offers opportunities to individuals interested in the energy or transportation fields.
The transition to zero emission fuels will require individuals trained to work on cars, design and install
stations, provide maintenance to cars and stations, operating vehicles takes some training and then there
is always planning for the future, and autonomous vehicles.
Kern County partners require support in their areas of expertise and their efforts to serve the
communities. This project will provide the funding needed to support these efforts for zero emission
transportation to serve local communities.

Goals of the Agreement:
The goal of this Agreement is to advance electrified transportation in and between Kern County
communities in ways that provide convenient, safe, and clean transportation for a broad spectrum of
residents.
Objectives of the Agreement:
The objectives of the PRIME Agreement between Kern COG and the California Energy Commission are
for Kern COG to administer an effective and timely program to install electric vehicle charging equipment,
to expand MioCar electric carsharing to new communities, and allow Bakersfield College to expand their
curriculum and install equipment for hands-on training. The public and private site hosts and
communities will have an impact on EV adoption beyond their immediate locations and support electrified
transportation options. Bakersfield College will be established as a leader in training the technicians of
today for both the technology of today and the future.
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The objectives of the Agreement between Kern COG and the City of California City are for the City of
California City to complete Tasks 2: install electric vehicle anc::I equipment charging equipment, to provide
usage and operational data, Task 4: conduct education and awareness efforts to support developing the
use of the charging stations installed, and Task 5: complete data collection and reporting tasks as
described within the Scope of Work.
TASK 1 ADMINISTRATION
Task 1.1 Attend Kick-off Meeting

The goal of this task is to establish the lines of communication and procedures for implementing this
Agreement. The Project Manager shall designate the date and location of this meeting and provide an
agenda to the Recipient prior to the meeting.
The Recipient shall:

•

Attend a "Kick-Off' meeting with the Project Manager, and a representative of Kern
COG's Accounting team. The Recipient shall bring its Project Manager, Agreement
Administrator, Accounting Officer, and others as they deem appropriate.

•

Discuss the following administrative and technical aspects of this Agreement:
o
Agreement Terms and Conditions
o

Match fund documentation

o

Permit documentation
Subcontracts needed to carry out project

o

9

o

The Project Manager's expectations for accomplishing tasks described in the
Scope of Work

o

An updated Schedule of Products and Due Dates

o

Monthly Progress Reports

o

Technical Products (Product Guidelines located in Section 5 of the Exhibit C:
CEC Terms and Conditions)

o

Final Report

Recipient Products:

•

Updated Schedule of Products

•

Updated List of Match Funds

•

Updated List of Permits

Project Manager Product:

•

Kick-Off Meeting Agenda

Task 1.2 Critical Project Review (CPR) Meetings

CPRs provide the opportunity for frank discussions between the CEC and Kern COG. The goal of this
task is to determine if the project should continue to receive CEC funding to complete this Agreement and
to identify any needed modifications to the tasks, products, schedule or budget.
The Commission Agreement Manager may schedule CPR meetings as necessary, and meeting costs will
be borne by the Kern COG.
Meeting participants include the CAM and Kern COG and may include the Commission Grants Officer,
the Fuels and Transportation Division (FTD) program lead, other CEC staff and Management as well as
other individuals selected by the CAM to provide support to the CEC, which may include the Recipient.
The CAM shall:

•

Determine the location, date, and time of each CPR meeting with Kern COG. These
meetings generally take place at the CEC, but they may take place at another location....Q.!
remotely.

•

Send Kern COG the agenda and a list of expected participants in advance of each CPR.
If applicable, the agenda shall include a discussion on both match funding and permits.

•

Conduct and make a record of each CPR meeting. Prepare a schedule for providing the
written determination described below.

•

Determine whether to continue the project, and if continuing, whether or not modifications
are needed to the tasks, schedule, products, and/or budget for the remainder of the
Agreement. Modifications to the Agreement may require a formal amendment (please
see section 8 of the Terms and Conditions). If the CAM concludes that satisfactory
progress is not being made, this conclusion will be referred to the Lead Commissioner for
Transportation for his or her concurrence.

•

Provide Kern COG with a written determination in accordance with the schedule. The
written response may include a requirement for Kern COG to revise one or more
product(s) that were included in the CPR.

10

Kern COG shall:
•

Prepare a CPR Report for each CPR that discusses the progress of the Agreement
toward achieving its goals and objectives. This report shall include recommendations and
conclusions regarding continued work of the projects. This report shall be submitted
along with any other products

Task 1.3 Final Meeting. The goal of this task is to closeout this Agreement.
Kern COG shall:
•

Meet with CEC staff to present the findings, conclusions, and recommendations. The final
meeting must be completed during the closeout of this Agreement. If requested by the
CAM, Kern COG shall invite the Recipient to participate in the meeting and/or the written
reports.
This meeting will be attended by, at a minimum, Kern COG, the Commission Grants
Office Officer, and the Commission Agreement Manager. The technical and
administrative aspects of Agreement closeout will be discussed at the meeting, which
may be two separate meetings at the discretion of the Commission Agreement Manager.
The technical portion of the meeting shall present an assessment of the degree to which
project and task goals and objectives were achieved, findings, conclusions,
recommended next steps (if any) for the Agreement, and recommendations for
improvements. The Commission Agreement Manager will determine the appropriate
meeting participants.
The administrative portion of the meeting shall be a discussion with the Commission
Agreement Manager and the Grants Officer about the following Agreement closeout
items:
o

What to do with any equipment purchased with CEC funds (Options)

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•

o

Need to document Kern COG's disclosure of "subject inventions" developed
under the Agreement

o

"Surviving" Agreement provisions

o

Final invoicing and release of retention

Prepare a schedule for completing the closeout activities for this Agreement.

Products:
•

Written documentation of meeting agreements

•

Schedule for completing closeout activities

Task 1.4 Monthly Progress Reports
The goal of this task is to periodically verify that satisfactory and continued progress is made towards
achieving the objectives of this Agreement on time and within budget.
The objectives of this task are to summarize activities performed during the reporting period, to identify
activities planned for the next reporting period, to identify issues that may affect performance and
expenditures, and to form the basis for determining whether invoices are consistent with work performed.

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The Recipient shall:

•

Prepare a Monthly Progress Report using the template provided by Kern COG which
summarizes all Agreement activities conducted by the Recipient for the reporting period,
including an assessment of the ability to complete the Agreement within the current
budget and any anticipated cost overruns. Each progress report is due to the Project
Manager within 8 days of the end of the reporting period. The recommended
specifications for each progress report are contained in Section 6 of the Terms and
Conditions of this Agreement.

•

In the first Monthly Progress Report and first invoice, document and verify match
expenditures and provide a synopsis of project progress, if match funds have been
expended or if work funded with match share has occurred after the notice of proposed
award but before execution of the grant agreement. If no match funds have been
expended or if no work funded with match share has occurred before execution, then
state this in the report. All pre-execution match expenditures must conform to the
requirements in the Terms and Conditions of this Agreement.

Product:

•

Monthly Progress Reports

Task 1.5 Final Report

The goal of the Final Report from Kern COG to the CEC is to assess the project's success in achieving
the Agreement's goals and objectives, advancing science and technology, and providing energy-related
and other benefits to California.
The objectives of the Final Report are to clearly and completely describe the project's purpose, approach,
activities performed, results, and advancements in science and technology; to present a public
assessment of the success of the project as measured by the degree to which goals and objectives were
achieved; to make insightful observations based on results obtained; to draw conclusions; and to make
recommendations for further projects and improvements to the FTD project management processes.
The Recipient will be asked to complete a Final Report due no later than 30 days prior to the end of this
agreement.
The Final Report from Kern COG to the CEC shall be a public document. If the Recipient has obtained
confidential status from the CEC and will be preparing a confidential version of the Final Report as well,
the Recipient shall perform the following activities for both the public and confidential versions of the Final
Report.
The Recipient shall:

•

Prepare a Final Report following the latest version of the Final Report guidelines which
will be provided by the CAM to Kern COG.

Products:

•

Final Report

Task 1.6 Identify and Obtain Matching Funds

The goal of this task is to ensure that the match funds planned for this Agreement are obtained for and
applied to this Agreement during the term of this Agreement.

12

The costs to obtain and document match fund commitments are not reimbursable through this
Agreement. Although the CEC budget for this task will be zero dollars, the Recipient may utilize match
funds for this task. Match funds shall be spent concurrently or in advance of CEC funds for each task
during the term of this Agreement. Match funds must be identified in writing and the associated
commitments obtained before the Recipient can incur any costs for which the Recipient will request
reimbursement.
The Recipient shall:
•

•
•
•
•

Prepare a letter documenting the match funding committed to this Agreement and submit
it to the Project Manager with the first monthly report following the execution of the
amended Memorandum of Understanding. If no match funds were part of the proposal
that led to the CEC awarding this Agreement and none have been identified at the time
this Agreement starts, then state such in the letter. If match funds were a part of the
proposal that led to the CEC awarding this Agreement, then provide in the letter a list of
the match funds that identifies the:
o

Amount of each cash match fund, its source, including a contact name,
address and telephone number and the task(s) to which the match funds
will be applied.

o

Amount of each in-kind contribution, a description, documented market
or book value, and its source, including a contact name, address and
telephone number and the task(s) to which the match funds will be
applied. If the in-kind contribution is equipment or other tangible or real
property, the Recipient shall identify its owner and provide a contact
name, address and telephone number, and the address where the
property is located.

Provide a copy of the letter of commitment from an authorized representative of each
source of cash match funding or in-kind contributions that these funds or contributions
have been secured. For match funds provided by a grant a copy of the executed grant
shall be submitted in lace of a letter of commitment.
Discuss match funds and the implications to the Agreement if they are reduced or not
obtained as committed, at the kick-off meeting. If applicable, match funds will be included
as a line item in the progress reports and will be a topic at CPR meetings.
Provide the appropriate information to the Commission Agreement Manager if during the
course of the Agreement additional match funds are received.
Notify the Commission Agreement Manager within 10 days if during the course of the
Agreement existing match funds are reduced. Reduction in match funds must be
approved through a formal amendment to the Agreement and may trigger an additional
CPR meeting.

Products:
•

A letter regarding match funds or stating that no match funds are provided

•

Copy(ies) of each match fund commitment letter(s) (if applicable)

•

Letter(s) for new match funds (if applicable)

•

Letter that match funds were reduced (if applicable)

Task 1.7 Identify and Obtain Required Permits
The goal of this task is to obtain all permits required for work completed under this Agreement in advance
of the date they are needed to keep the Agreement schedule on track.
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Permit costs and the expenses associated with obtaining permits are not reimbursable under this
Agreement. Although the CEC budget for this task will be zero dollars, the Recipient shall budget match
funds for any expected expenditures associated with obtaining permits. Permits must be identified in
writing and obtained before the Recipient can make any expenditure for which a permit is required.
The Recipient shall:
•

Prepare a letter documenting the permits required to conduct this Agreement and submit
it to the Commission Agreement Manager at least 2 working days prior to the kick-off
meeting. If there are no permits required at the start of this Agreement, then state such in
the letter. If it is known at the beginning of the Agreement that permits will be required
during the course of the Agreement, provide in the letter:
o

o

A list of the permits that identifies the:
■

Type of permit

•

Name, address and telephone number of the permitting jurisdictions or
lead agencies

The schedule the Recipient will follow in applying for and obtaining these permits.

•

Discuss the list of permits and the schedule for obtaining them at the kick-off meeting and
develop a timetable for submitting the updated list, schedule and the copies of the
permits. The implications to the Agreement if the permits are not obtained in a timely
fashion or are denied will also be discussed. If applicable, permits will be included as a
line item in the Progress Reports and will be a topic at CPR meetings.

•

If during the course of the Agreement additional permits become necessary, provide the
appropriate information on each permit and an updated schedule to the Commission
Agreement Manager.

•

As permits are obtained, send a copy of each approved permit to the Commission
Agreement Manager.

•

If during the course of the Agreement permits are not obtained on time or are denied,
notify the Commission Agreement Manager within 5 working days. Either of these events
may trigger an additional CPR.

Products:
•

Letter documenting the permits or stating that no permits are required

•

A copy of each approved permit (if applicable)

•

Updated list of permits as they change during the term of the Agreement (if applicable)

•

Updated schedule for acquiring permits as changes occur during the term of the
Agreement (if applicable)

•

A copy of each final approved permit (if applicable)

Task 1.8 Obtain and Execute Subcontracts
The goal of this task is to ensure quality products and to procure subcontractors required to carry out the
tasks under this Agreement consistent with the Agreement Terms and Conditions and the Recipient's
own procurement policies and procedures. It will also provide the CEC (if the CAM makes a request to
Kern COG) an opportunity to review the subcontracts to ensure that the tasks are consistent with this
Agreement, and that the budgeted expenditures are reasonable and consistent with applicable cost
principles.
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The Recipient shall:
•

Manage and coordinate subcontractor activities.

•

Submit a draft of each subcontract required to conduct the work under this Agreement to
the Project Manager who may share them with the Commission Agreement Manager
(CAM) for review.

•

Submit a final copy of the executed subcontract.

•

If Recipient decides to add new subcontractors, then the Recipient shall notify the Project
Manager.

Products:
•

Draft subcontracts

•

Final subcontracts

TECHNICAL TASKS
TASK 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation
The goal of this task is to install one off-grid mobile solar EV charging station hub and either two Level 2
EV Charging Stations or one Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC) EV charging stations in the City of
California City.

Recipient shall:
•

Procure, install, operate, and maintain a minimum of two Level 2 Chargers OR one Direct Current
Fast Charging electric vehicle chargers at a location in the City of California City.

•

Procure, install, operate, and maintain one off-grid mobile solar EV charging station hub.
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•

Deliver site maps and design project details, including complete schematics on the EV charging
station site, off-grid mobile charger orientation, and electrical design.

•

Obtain any required permits and comply with all applicable federal, state and municipal laws,
rules, codes, and regulations.

•

Ensure charger installation is performed and overseen by a qualified and licensed contractor in
accordance with all local, state, and federal codes as well as and permitting and inspection
requirements.

•

Submit an AB 841 Certification that certifies the project has complied with all AB 841 (2020)
requirements specified in Exhibit C or describes why the AB 841 requirements do not apply to the
project. The certification shall be signed by Recipient's authorized representative.

•

Submit Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP) Certification Numbers of each
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program certified electrician that installed electric vehicle
charging infrastructure or equipment. EVITP Certification Numbers are not required to be
submitted if AB 841 requirements do not apply to the project.

•

Ensure the chargers shall remain in service at the project sites for at least 5 years after
installation. Maintain a network service agreement for the chargers, if publicly accessible. If for
private use only, data collection devices may be used in place of networking, so long as the data
collection is sufficient to meet Usage and Operation Report requirements of Task 5.

•

Coordinate the placement of directional and/or on-site signage to the stations.
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•

List the station on the US Department of Energy Alternative Fuel Data Center Station Locator,
www.afdc.enerqy.gov (including mobile apps for Apple and Android devices). Make chargers and
sites available for follow-up inspection if requested by Kern COG and/or the CEC.

•

Conduct four outreach activities, including media releases and events.
o

Provide outreach information in Spanish and English.

•

Deliver proof of operational charging equipment and installed signage including photos of each
site.

•

Write and submit semi-annual Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) usage report, using
the template provided by Kern COG or an approved replacement format, per Task 5.

Products:

•

Site maps and design information for charging stations for a minimum of two host sites, with one
site (Bakersfield College) possibly having multiple locations on campus. Advise the Project
Manager should the stations be moved on campus or moved to another location.

•

Proof of operational charging equipment and installed signage, including, but not limited to:
o
o

Photos of each site
Proof of charger availability via the Alternative Fuels Data Center Station Locator tool
(https://afdc.enerqy.qov/slatlons/#/station/new)

•

AB 841 Certification and EVITP Certification Numbers

•

Outreach materials, photos, presentations, agendas, minutes

•

Semi-annual EVSE usage report (see Task 5)

TASK 3 Workforce Development: DOES NOT APPLY TO CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY

The goals of this task are to collaborate with other public and private agency programs to increase access
and opportunities for career education, and to support EV and EV Infrastructure (EVI) technician and
driver training programs at Bakersfield College. The Bakersfield College Automotive Technology Program
will expand course offerings to provide training for careers in transit, school transportation, EVI
installation, EV Collaborations between Bakersfield College and regional car dealership associations, and
appropriate Bakersfield businesses to ensure course offerings and training are those needed by local
enterprises.
TASK 4 Outreach

The first goal of this task is to attract students to the Bakersfield College Automotive Technology Training
Program courses on electric vehicles and electric vehicle infrastructure.
The second goal of this task is to support the market for zero emission vehicles by communicating the
outcomes of this project to a variety of audiences and providing them with education materials and
resources for installing charging stations.
The third goal of this task is to identify methods to attract economic investments in electric vehicle use
and electric vehicle infrastructure deployment beyond the year 2024. To update the 2019 Kern County
Electric Vehicle Charging Station Blueprint, Kern COG will hire a consultant to produce a plan that will
assist the region in meeting 2035 goals for zero-emission light-duty vehicle, equipment, and infrastructure
deployment. Participation of the recipient is crucial and valued to this update.
The Recipient shall:

Participate in the 2023 TRANSITions Transit Symposiums as coordinated with the Project Manager to
attend, volunteer, bring a display vehicle, set up a booth, or to present on a panel.
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•

Develop a Quick Reference Guide (2-sided, 1 page maximum) or Best Practices (2-sided, 1 page
maximum), including information on incentives and activities specific to the site, and provide to
participants of Recipient and/or Kern COG outreach activities. A template may be provided by
Project Management Consultant to be hired by Kern COG. Submit a digital master-quality copy of
either product to the Project Manager.

•

Participate in at least one of the activities below related to the update to the 2019 Kern EV
Charging Station Blueprint. Recipient may be asked to provide:

•

o

Survey responses

o

Technical Review of the Draft Blueprint

Suggest additional sites for EV Charging Stations at the Recipient's same or other locations in
Kern County

Products:
•
•
•
•

Quick Reference Guide or Best Practice Document
2023 TRANSITions Transit Symposium participation reported on the Monthly Report
Outreach efforts summarized and reported with the Monthly Report. Include materials used (fliers,
website screenshot, other)
2024 Kern County EV Charging Station Blueprint participation documented in the Monthly
Reports

TASK 5 Data Collection and Analysis
The goal of this task is for Kern COG to collect operational data from the Recipient, to analyze that data
for economic and environmental impacts, and to include the data and analysis in regular progress reports
and the Final Report by Kern COG to the CEC.
The Recipient shall:
•

Collect the following data and report it on the Kern COG Usage and Operations Report template:
o
Number, type, date, and location of chargers installed.
o
Nameplate capacity of the installed equipment, in kW.
o
Number and type of outlets per charger.
o
Location type, such as street, parking lot, hotel, restaurant, or multi-unit housing.
o
Total cost per charger, the subsidy from the CEC per charger, any federal subsidy per
charger, any utility subsidy per charger, and any privately funded share per charger.
o

Data on chargers over a twelve-month period, including:
■

Number of charging sessions.

■

Average charging session duration.

•

Average kWh.

■

Average charger downtime.

Products
•

Usage and Operations Report submitted each six months following the station opening through
October 2024
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EXHIBIT B
Schedule of Products and Due Dates
City of California City

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4130/2021

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11/08/2022

Updated List of Match Funds

11/08/2022
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coordinate by
11/30/2022

Updated List of Permits

1.2

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Kick-Off Meeting Agenda (Kern COG)
Critical Project Review Meetings

8/10/2022

8/10/2022

5/27/2021
5/27/2021

CPR Report by subrecipient

TBD

12/20/2022

Written determination (CEC)
Final Meeting

N/A

1/5/2023

1.3

1.4

Written documentation of meeting
agreements
Schedule for completing closeout
activities
Monthly Progress Reports

1st CPR
Meeting

Monthly Progress Reports
1.5

Final Report
Identify and Obtain Match Funds
A letter regarding match funds detailing
match funds provided
Copy(ies) of each match fund
commitment letter(s) (if applicable)
Note: Such as qrant voucher aooroval.

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8/29/2024
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N/A

9/27/2024

The last day of
each month
during the
approved term of
this Agreement

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calendar day of
each month
during the
approved term
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Aqreement

Final Report
Final Outline of the Final Report
Draft Final Report (no less than 60 days
before the end term of the aoreement)

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N/A

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10/30/2024

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12/20/2024

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6/25/2021

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receipt from
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3/12/2024

4/30/2021

3/31/2022

4/30/2021

4/29/2022
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Letter(s) for new match funds (if
aoolicable)

1.7

Letter that match funds were reduced (if
aoolicable)
Identify and Obtain Required Permits

A copy of each approved permit (if
aoolicable)
Updated list of permits as they change
during the term of the Agreement (if
aoolicable)
Updated schedule for acquiring permits
as changes occur during the term of the
Aornement-(if-appljcable-\

Within 5 days of
change in
schedule for
obtaininn nermits

Copy(ies) of final approved permit(s), if
annlicable
Obtain and Execute Subcontracts
Letter describing the subcontracts
needed, or stating that no subcontracts
are reauired
Draft subcontracts

2

Within 10 days of
identifying
reduced funds
When RFP is
released. If no
RFP, send prior to
start of work. If
project already
awarded, send
with executed
MOU. All letters
received by
6161.£2022
3/01/2023.
Within 5 days of
receiving each
oermit.
Within 5 days of
change in list of
permits.

Letter documenting the permits or
statina that no oermits are reauired

1.8

Within 10 days of
identifying new
match funds

Final subcontracts
Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation
Site maps and design information for
charging stations
Photos to document station progress
and completion, including operational
charging equipment, installed signage,
AFDC Station Locator Listing weblink or
verification email

Within 5 days of
obtaining
oermit(s)
30 days prior to
first day of
construction
15 days prior to
the scheduled
execution date
Within 10 days of
the execution
1016012021
12/29/2022
With monthly
reports, as
changes occur.
Within 30 days of
station
commission.

Within 10 days
of identifying
new match
funds
Within 10 days
of identifying
reduced funds

Within 6 months
from each site
host project
initiation date.
All project letters
received by
8/31/2022
Within 10 days
of receiving
each oermit
Within 10 days
of change in list
of permits
Within 10 days
of change in
schedule for
obtaining
.Permitc:.
Within 10 days
of obtaining
permit(s)

6119.£2021
10/10/2022
15 days prior to
the scheduled
execution date
Within 10 days
of the execution
1112912021
10/29/2022
6/-2912026
9/01/2023 (all
10 sites, not
only City of
California City)
19

AB 841 Certification and EVITP
Certification Numbers

Outreach materials, photos,
presentations aqendas. minutes
Semi-annual EVSE usage reports
(Note: Assumes stations open by
3/01/2023; requirement is for 12 months
of data, ending 9/30/2024).
3

4

Infrastructure to Support Workforce Development
Photos to document students and
instructors using the EVEN off-grid
mobile charging station and level 2
charqer installations· deliverv of trailer.
Report summarizing the use of the
charging equipment at Bakersfield
Colleae
Outreach

Provided with
monthly report
upon award of
charging station
contract or inhouse certification
prior to
construction.
Provided with
monthly report
following the
event or outreach
effort.
First report by
611/2022
9/01/2023
then every six
months until grant
completion date

Ongoing to
Novemeer 20,
�September
30 2024
First report by
6/1/2022
then every six
months until
grant completion
date

N/A

12,11a12021
8/08/2024

N/A

1/8/2024
8/08/2024

N/A

6/29/2023

2/15/2024

Quick Reference Guide or Best
Practices Flier (2 oaaes)

Copies of agendas, registrations, and
photos

As the three
events are
scheduled, Kern
COG and CEC
program
managers must
be invited to
participate or
copied on the
outreach.
Documents
included with
monthly report
followinq the

5/15/2024

As the events
occur and are
scheduled
20

event.

Participation Report for 2023
TRANSITions Transit Symposium
describe subcontractor participation
described on the Monthly Report
Event report for each of the three
additional public electric vehicle
charging events, media releases,
emails to employees, or training
workshops
Ride and Drive event or a National
Drive Electric Week participation or
promotion reported on Monthly Report
5

With the monthly
report following
the event.
With the monthly
report following
the event
N/A

Within 45 days
of the event

Within 45 days
of the event
Within 45 days
of the event

E-Bike Pilot

Summary E-Bike Report

Pending
placement of
eBikes.

6/29/2023

21

EXHIBIT C
Budget
City of California City
SEE ATTACHMENT: 7/21/2022 eCAMS Budget City of California City

I
Task Subcontractor
Name
No.

2

City of
California City

Purpose

Purchase one mobile
off-grid solar
powered EV
Charging Station
Hub and either two
(2) Level 2 EV
Chargers OR one (1)
Level 3 DC Fast
Charging electric
vehicle charging
station

CA Business
II
m
Certifications
Energy
DVBE/
Commission I
SB/MB/None
Funds

$

99,000

Match
Share

$

33,000

i/

II �

Total 1

132,000

$

1Project Total share obligated by Kern COG may not be larger than $132,000 and may include EVSE,
Installation, Utility, Labor, and Outreach expenses. Site host must abide by the eligible expenses outlined
in the California Energy Commission Terms and Conditions. Compliance with ADA requirements are not
eligible expenses for CEC funding. If total project funding is less than $132,000 the city host may be
asked to apply funds to another EVSE project or to release excess funding not needed. If total project
cost exceeds $132,000 the City of California City is responsible for completing the project with other
funding.

22

AMENDMENT No. 1 TO MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
BETWEEN
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) READY COMMUNITIES PHASE IIBLUEPRINT IMPLEMENTATION (GFO-19-603)
SUBCONTRACTOR TO KERN COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS;
CEC AGREEMENT GFO-20-010 WITH KERN COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
THIS AMENDMENT (hereinafter “Amendment No.1”) TO CONTRACT, for reference purposes
is made effective as of September 19, 2024, (“Effective Date”) by and between the Kern Council
of Governments (hereinafter “KERN COG”) and CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, a municipal
government of the State of California (hereinafter “CITY”).
RECITALS:
WHEREAS, KERN COG and the CITY entered into a Memorandum of Understanding
(“MOU”) dated October 20, 2022; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to amend the MOU as specified herein.
AGREEMENT:
1. The Term of the MOU shall be extended through August 31, 2025.
2. Except as expressly amended herein, all provisions of the MOU shall remain in force and
effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Amendment Number 1 to the MOU shall be effective as of
the Effective Date.
KERN COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS

CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY

________________________
Ahron Hakimi, Executive Director
“Kern COG”

________________________
Latisha Lamberth, City Manager
City of California City

______________________
Bob Smith, Chair
“Kern COG”

APPROVED AS TO FORM
________________________
Brian Van Wyk, Deputy
County Counsel

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AMENDMENT No. 2 TO MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
BETWEEN
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) READY COMMUNITIES PHASE IIBLUEPRINT IMPLEMENTATION (GFO-19-603)
SUBCONTRACTOR TO KERN COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS;
CEC AGREEMENT GFO-20-010 WITH KERN COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
THIS AMENDMENT (hereinafter “Amendment No.2”) TO CONTRACT, for reference purposes is
made effective as of September 18, 2025, (“Effective Date”) by and between the Kern Council of
Governments (hereinafter “KERN COG”) and CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, a municipal
government of the State of California (hereinafter “CITY”).
RECITALS:
WHEREAS, KERN COG and the CITY entered into a Memorandum of Understanding
(“MOU”) dated October 20,2022; and
WHEREAS, the Parties amended the agreement for the first time on September 19,
2024, to extend the termination date from September 30, 2024, to August 31, 2025; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to amend the MOU as specified herein.
AGREEMENT:
1. The Term of the MOU shall be extended through October 31, 2026.
2. Except as expressly amended herein, all provisions of the MOU shall remain in force
and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Amendment Number 2 to the MOU shall be effective as of the
Effective Date.
KERN COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
________________________
John (Jay) Schlosser, Executive Director
“Kern COG”

_______________________
Christopher Lopez,
City Manager, City of California City

______________________
Bob Smith, Chair
“Kern COG”

APPROVED AS TO FORM
________________________
Brian Van Wyk, Deputy
County Counsel

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RESOLUTION NO. 25-3163
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CALIFORNIA CITY ADOPTING AMENDMENT II TO MEMORANDUM
OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN CALIFORNIA CITY AND THE KERN
COUNTY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES
CHARGING STATIONS
WHEREAS, the City and the Kern County Council Of Government entered into a
Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) dated October 20, 2022 for grant amounts to
effect the EV Charging Station Project (“Project”); and
WHEREAS, the Parties amended the agreement for the first time on September
19, 2024, to extend the termination date from September 30, 2024, to August 31, 2025;
and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to amend the MOU again in order to collect grant
funds for to reimburse the City for the EV charging station installed at the Aspen Mall.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The City hereby authorizes the City Manager to enter into an
agreement with Kern COG to extend the MOU until the Project is completed.
SECTION 2: City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution,
and the minutes of this meeting shall so reflect the presentation of the letter.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of
California City, this 23rd day of September 2025.
__________________________
Marquette Hawkins, Mayor

ATTEST:

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

___________________________
Leanndrea Weible
Acting City Clerk

__________________________
Victor M. Ponto,
City Attorney

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CERTIFICATION
I, Leanndrea Weible, Acting City Clerk of the City of California City, California, hereby
certify that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted at a meeting of the City Council of
said City at its meeting held on the 23rd of September 2025, by the following vote, to
wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official
seal of the City of California City, California, this 23rd day of September, 2025.
__________________________
Leanndrea Weible
Acting City Clerk

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NB 2

COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
September 23, 2025

TO:

Mayor and City Council

FROM:

Christopher Lopez, City Manager
Joe Barragan, Public Works Director

SUBJECT:

Cleanup of the Fire at the PW Yard

BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:
On July 2nd, 2025, there was a fire at the Public Works (PW) Yard located on Moss Avenue. The
fire destroyed the PW Building and vehicles, and caused smoke damage to the PW Garage. The
City has property insurance, and most of the losses will be covered by the City’s insurance
minus the deductibles. The deductible for the building is $25,000, and the deductible for each
vehicle is $10,000.
The insurance has recommended that the City use Belfor to clean up the site. Because the Fire
Investigation was not completed, or has not been completed, the proposal to clean up the site has
been divided into two phases. Phase 1 is to clean everything except the PW Building, where the
fire started. Phase 2 is to clean up the PW Building after the investigation is completed.
Attached are the two proposals from Belfor for both phases of the cleanup. The total amount for
both is not to exceed $80,000, $25,000 of which will be paid by the City.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Water Fund GL#51-5115-270
DAR Fund GL#54-5410-270
Streets Fund GL#27-4411-270

$15,000
$ 5,000
$ 5,000

RECOMMENDATION:
The City Council authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Belfor on both
proposals to have the PW Yard cleaned up from the fire on July 2nd.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Proposal for Phase 1 ($40,000 to $45,000)
2. Proposal for Phase 2 ($30,000 to $35,000)

RESOLUTION NO. 25-3164
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CALIFORNIA CITY APPROVING THE BELFOR PROPOSALS TO
CLEAN UP THE PUBLIC YARD FROM THE FIRE DEBRIS AND
DAMAGE
WHEREAS, on July 2nd, 2025, there was a fire at the Public Works (PW) Yard
located on Moss Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the fire destroyed the PW Building and vehicles; and
WHEREAS, the City has property insurance, the deductible for the building is
$25,000, and the deductible for each vehicle is $10,000;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The City hereby authorizes the City Manager to enter into an
agreement with Belfor on both proposals to have the PW Yard cleaned up from the fire on
July 2nd.
SECTION 2: City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution,
and the minutes of this meeting shall so reflect the presentation of the letter.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of
California City, this 23rd day of September 2025.
__________________________
Marquette Hawkins, Mayor

ATTEST:

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

___________________________
Leanndrea Weible
Acting City Clerk

__________________________
Victor M. Ponto,
City Attorney

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CERTIFICATION
I, Leanndrea Weible, Acting City Clerk of the City of California City, California, hereby
certify that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted at a meeting of the City Council of
said City at its meeting held on the 23rd of September 2025, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal
of the City of California City, California, this 23rd day of September, 2025.
__________________________
Leanndrea Weible
Acting City Clerk

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License 801553

Budgetary Projection Smoke/Water Mitigation.
On July 8th, 2025 BELFOR walked the job site at California City Maintenance yard in California
City. The fire originated in the public works office, resulting in a total loss for that building,
along with smoke damage to the Maintenance building. Additionally, smoke damage was
evident in the office space of the maintenance building as well as the hallways and managers
office.
The following breakdown represents the general scope of work.
***NOTE: This scope will be modified if additional unforeseen damage is discovered during
mitigation.

PHASE 1

Emergency Services:
Setup airs scrubber with charcoal filters in the Maintenance office, manager’s office, and
hallways.
Monitor air scrubbers and change filters.
Setup Hydroxyl machines.
Clean & deodorize corridors.

Maintenance Building Office’s:
HEPA vacuum, clean and deodorize walls and ceilings.
HEPA vacuum, clean, deodorize and wall mounted fixtures.
Wipe down and deodorize cabinets, countertops and plumbing fixtures.
HEPA vacuum, clean & deodorize all flooring.

Air wash and air scrub utilizing charcoal filters with HEPA air scrubbers.

City Bus’s:
HEPA vacuum, clean and deodorize walls and ceilings.
HEPA vacuum, clean, and deodorize seats and accessories.
Wipe down and deodorize walls ceilings and seats.
HEPA vacuum, wipe down and deodorize all flooring.

General Items
Asbestos/Lead Testing.
Disposal Fees.
Mobilization & Demobilization.

Crew Categories and Breakdown
(1)PM - Project Manager
(1)RS Restoration Supervisor
(8) GL – General Laborer

Equipment & Consumables
Latex or equivalent gloves
N95 respirator masks
Tyvek Suits
Particulate Sponges
IAQ disinfectant
solution
Deodorization/cleaning
solution.
(1) Crew Van
(8) Negative air machines 2000 cfm
(5) HEPA Vacuums
Negative air pre-filters
Negative Air Charcoal Filters
Boxes of Wipes

Exclusions
Reconstruction Services.
Contents cleaning and manipulation.
Hazardous Material Abatement.
City Permits.
Weekend and Holiday Labor Rates.

ROM for above scope:
Labor $25,000.00 – 30,000.00
Equipment $10,000.00 - $15,000.00
Consumables $8,000.00 - $10,000.00
Environmental Testing $5,000.00

The anticipated budget is based on 8 hours a day per man-per day for 5 days. The crew
will be comprised of a supervisor/foreman and associated labor.
Estimated Mitigation Recovery Services ROM: $40,000.00-$45,000.00

Thank you for the opportunity to provide a budget and reserve value for this
water/fire mitigation recovery services. Our preliminary scope and budget will be
backed up using detailed crew sheets, based on BELFOR 2024 published Rate &
Material sheets.
Respectfully,
Cole Hudson
619-681-4725

License 801553

Budgetary Projection Smoke/Water Mitigation.
On July 8th, 2025 BELFOR walked the job site at California City Maintenance yard in California
City. The fire originated in the public works office, resulting in a total loss for that building,
along with smoke damage to the Maintenance building. Additionally, smoke damage was
evident in the office space of the maintenance building as well as the hallways and managers
office.
The following breakdown represents the general scope of work.
***NOTE: This scope will be modified if additional unforeseen damage is discovered during
mitigation.

Phase 2

Public Works Office:
Set up dumpsters
Remove and dispose of burned debris
Removal of any additional burned items
Removal of approx. 4-6’’ of top layer of soil
Excludes removal of vehicles

General Items
Asbestos/Lead Testing.
Disposal Fees.
Mobilization & Demobilization.

Crew Categories and Breakdown
(1)PM - Project Manager
(1)RS Restoration Supervisor
(4) GL – General Laborer

Equipment & Consumables
Latex or equivalent gloves
N95 respirator masks
Tyvek Suits
(1) Crew Van
Exclusions
Reconstruction Services.
Contents cleaning and manipulation.
Hazardous Material Abatement.
City Permits.
Weekend and Holiday Labor Rates.

ROM for above scope:
Labor $15,000.00 – 20,000.00
Equipment $10,000.00 - $15,000.00

The anticipated budget is based on 8 hours a day per man-per day for 3 days. The crew
will be comprised of a supervisor/foreman and associated labor.
Estimated Mitigation Recovery Services ROM: $30,000.00-$35,000.00

Thank you for the opportunity to provide a budget and reserve value for this water/fire
mitigation recovery services. Our preliminary scope and budget will be backed up using
detailed crew sheets, based on BELFOR 2024 published Rate & Material sheets.
Respectfully,
Cole Hudson
619-681-4725

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COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
September 23, 2025

TO:

Honorable Mayor and City Council

FROM:

Christopher Lopez, City Manager
Shannon Hayes, Acting Director of Public Safety

SUBJECT:

A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of
California City Authorizing And Approving The Adoption Of A Job
Description For Reserve Police Officer

BACKGROUND:
As part of the City’s ongoing efforts to maintain a modern and effective law enforcement agency,
the Human Resources Department, in collaboration with the Police Department, has reviewed
several job classifications. The last major update of these descriptions occurred in 2002, and since
then, law enforcement standards, community expectations, and internal department responsibilities
have evolved.
DISCUSSION:
During a recent internal audit, staff discovered that original Council-approved job description for
the position of Reserve Police Officer could not be located and lacks a formally adopted description
on file. Since the original Council-approved job descriptions for this classification could not be
located, staff has developed a new description based on historical records, department input, and
comparable classifications from other agencies.
Staff met and conferred with the Police Officers Association (the “Union”) on May 6, 2025,
regarding the proposed job description. The Union was provided the opportunity to review and
comment on the proposed classification. No objections were raised, and the parties acknowledged
the importance of maintaining accurate and up-to-date legal requirements in the job descriptions.
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council review and approve the recreated job description for
Reserve Police Officer
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no direct fiscal impact associated with the approval of this job description.
CONCLUSION:
The new job description will enhance the City’s ability to attract, retain, and manage qualified law
enforcement personnel while promoting accountability, transparency, and alignment with modern
policing standards. Staff recommends the City Council approve the revised job description as
presented.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Job Description: Reserve Police Officer
2. Resolution No 25-3141

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CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
JOB DESCRIPTION
RECREATED
Reserve Police Officer
2025
EMPLOYMENT
CLASSIFICATION:

Volunteer

DEPARTMENT:

Police Department

REPORTS TO:

Police Sergeant

PURPOSE/OBJECTIVE OF JOB:
Under the direction of a superior officer and the Chief of Police, a reserve police officer
performs responsible police work in a professional manner in the protection of life and property
through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Subject to completing the requisite training
requirements as outlined by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST), a
reserve police officer performs police functions, including patrolling assigned areas, traffic
regulations, accident and crime scene investigations, jailer responsibilities, and special
assignments. This is a part-time position with assignments consisting of various shifts and hours,
as well as holidays and weekends.
All California City Police Department peace officers, including reserve police officers, will adopt
community-based policing practices, have familiarization in the collaborative efforts between law
enforcement and community residents, and embrace collaborative problem-solving in the community.
(California Penal Code section 13651).

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION REQUIRED:
Moderate to limited
• Level I reserve officers may work alone and perform general law enforcement and
prevention and detection of crime. (Must have completed the basic training course for
deputy sheriffs and police officers prescribed by POST. Must also successfully complete
the Field Training Program.)
• Level II reserve officers may perform general law enforcement assignments while under
the immediate supervision of a peace officer who has completed the basic training course
for deputy sheriffs and police officers prescribed by POST. Level II officers must have
completed the course required by Penal Code section 832 and any other training

NB 3

•

prescribed by POST. These officers may also work assignments authorized for Level III
reserve officers without immediate supervision.
Level III reserve officers may perform specified limited support duties, and other duties
that are not likely to result in physical arrests while supervised in the accessible vicinity
by a Level I reserve officer or a full-time regular peace officer. Additionally, Level III
reserve officers may transport prisoners without immediate supervision. Level III
officers must have completed the training required under California Penal Code section
832, and any other training prescribed by POST.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Below is a sample of the various tasks reserve officers may perform. Note: essential duties and
responsibilities will vary, and supervision while performing such duties and responsibilities will
vary depending on the reserve officer level (i.e. whether level I, II, or III). The City will assign
duties based on its needs and the reserve officer's completion of required training as prescribed in
the Penal Code and POST regulations.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Patrols a designated area of the City in a patrol car.
Responds to emergency calls in a timely and efficient manner.
Conducts accident investigations and preliminary investigations at the scene of crimes.
Gathers evidence, locates, and questions witnesses, and testifies as a witness in court.
Performs jailer duties such as processing arrested persons and maintaining security of the
jail.
6. Recovers stolen property and processes it according to policies and procedures.
7. Provides traffic control and security at public events, escorts, parades, and funeral
processions.
8. Prepares and processes necessary records and reports.
9. Operates as a member of a team and at times independently at incidents of uncertain
duration.
10. Always drives and operates motor vehicles and apparatus safely under emergency and
non-emergency conditions.
11. Maintains all apparatus and vehicles in a state of readiness or reports otherwise.
12. Participates in police training classes and drills.
13. Studies street maps to learn the district assigned as necessary.
14. Informs supervisor of all work activities and reports any public inquiries or complaints,
informs supervisor of any equipment in need of repair, and of all public injuries or
accidents.
15. Responds to accidents, disasters, emergency rescues, searches, and any other emergency
situations as directed by the superior officer.
16. Secures and protects the scene of an accident or crime so that valuable evidence is not
destroyed.
17. Conducts tours of the police station facility.
18. Provides directions to citizens as requested.
19. Performs specific tasks as directed in various phases of crime prevention, training, and
administration.
20. Performs recordkeeping duties as required for maintenance of equipment, police and
emergency statistical data, and other records as necessary.

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21. Conducts safety classes and in-service training for individuals or groups, as well as
schools, churches, civic groups, homeowners’ associations, etc.
22. May perform work in a specified support section within the department where specific
assignments are made and reviewed by a superior officer.
23. Initiative and good judgment within established guidelines.
24. Tact, discretion, and prudence in establishing and maintaining effective working
relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
25. Research, compile, and summarize information and materials.
26. Read and interpret complex written material and including manuals, memos, letters,
minutes, ordinances, and resolutions.
27. Communicate and work effectively with the public and employees.
28. Work effectively under pressure.
29. Adheres to policies, procedures, and standard operating guidelines. Other duties as
assigned.

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Answer telephones, provide routine information, and route calls to appropriate persons
2. Other duties as assigned.
3. Work in stressful situations.
4. Work at all times of day and night as necessitated.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Completion of the required modules of training as outlined by POST for the pertinent
reserve officer assignment (level I, II, or III).
2. Pursuant to California Government Code 1031 (a), the Candidate must be legally
authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
3. Completion of college-level course work in criminology, law enforcement, social
sciences, public administration, or a closely related field may be substituted for
experience on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of one year.
4. Possession of a valid Class C Driver’s license and a good driving record.
5. Must possess a high school diploma from a United States public school, an accredited
United States Department of Defense high school, or an accredited or approved public or
nonpublic high school. Or pass the General Education Development Test or other high
school equivalency test approved by the State Department of Education, indicating high
school graduation level. Or pass the California High School Proficiency Examination.
Proof of education consists of an official transcript or other means of verifying
satisfactory completion of educational requirements deemed acceptable by POST.
6. Candidates must successfully complete a thorough background check to verify acceptable
background and eligibility criteria as outlined in California Government Code sections
1029 and 1031.
7. Candidate must successfully complete each required step for peace officer selection, as
outlined by P.O.S.T in the California Code of Regulations, title 11, section 1950-1955,
for Peace Officer Selection Requirements, which includes: 1) a reading and writing
ability assessment; 2) oral interview; 3) background investigation; 4) medical evaluation;
and 5) psychological evaluation.

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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Knowledge of applicable state, county, and local codes and ordinances.
2. Knowledge of local geography.
3. Knowledge of laws, codes, regulations, and court rulings governing suspect and prisoner
rights, search and seizure, and rules of evidence.
4. Knowledge of safety practices and precautions pertaining to law enforcement.
5. Knowledge of the use and care of firearms.
6. Knowledge of functions, authorities, and organization of other departments and agencies
involved in the investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.
7. Knowledge of public safety dispatch and police records functions.
8. Ability to analyze complex criminal investigation problems, develop alternatives, and
adopt effective courses of action.
9. Ability to read, interpret, and apply complex laws, procedures and policies.
10. Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, records, correspondence, and other written
materials.
11. Ability to maintain firearms qualification.
12. Ability to observe and accurately recall places, names, descriptive characteristics and
facts of incidents.
13. Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a
different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
14. Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Strength:
Moderate to heavy. See attached CA RU-91. Exert force of 20 pounds
occasionally, or a negligible amount of force frequently, to lift, carry, push, pull, or move
objects.

Ability to:
Reach, turn, and move from one location to another. Speak clearly and correctly,
sit, hear, and handle. Visual acuity (near-under 20 inches, far-over 20 feet), ability to adjust
focus. Perform one or more of the following functions simultaneously: reach, turn, move from
one location to another, handle, read, write, speak, sit, hear.
ADDITIONAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, and stoop.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS TO WHICH EXPOSED:
Low to moderate noise intensity level.
Low to moderate chemical exposure level in the Evidence Room.
ADA/EEOC Job Description

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RESOLUTION NO. 25-3141
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE ADOPTION OF A JOB DESCRIPTION
FOR RESERVE POLICE OFFICER
The City Council of the City of California City (hereafter referred to as the
“City Council”) does resolve as follows:
WHEREAS, the City of California City is committed to maintaining a professional,
effective, and community-oriented Police Department; and
WHEREAS, the City staff met and conferred in good faith with the
appropriate Police Union personnel on May 6, 2025, regarding the recreated job
description; and
WHEREAS, accurate and up-to-date job descriptions are essential for ensuring
clarity in roles and responsibilities, effective recruitment and hiring practices, and
compliance with applicable laws and regulations; and
WHEREAS, the City’s Human Resources Department, in collaboration with the
Police Department and the union, undertook a comprehensive review and revision of
Police Department job descriptions to ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment
with department goals, city policies, and the current law.
WHEREAS, the Human Resources Department, in coordination with the Police
Department and the union, has reviewed and recreated the job description for the
position of Reserve Police Officer; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The recreated job description for the position of Police Officer
Reserve adopted as presented.
SECTION 2: This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
SECTION 3: City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this
Resolution and the minutes of this meeting shall so reflect the presentation of the Report.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of
California City, this 23rd day of September 2025.

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__________________________
Marquette Hawkins,
Mayor

ATTEST:

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

___________________________
Leanndrea Weible
Acting City Clerk

__________________________
Victor M. Ponto,
City Attorney

CERTIFICATION
I, Leanndrea Weible, Acting City Clerk of the City of California City, California, hereby
certify that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted at a meeting of the City Council of
said City at its meeting held on the 23rd of September 2025, by the following vote, to
wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal
of the City of California City, California, this 23rd day of September 2025.
_________________________
Leanndrea Weible
Acting City Clerk