Agenda - 02/19/2026

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	CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY MEETING AGENDA


	February 19, 2026 6:00 PM The Mission of the City of Coalinga is to provide for the preservation of the community character by delivering quality, responsive City services, in an efficient and cost-effective manner, and to develop, encourage, and promote a diversified economic base in order to ensure the future financial stability of the City for its citizens.


	Notice is hereby given that the City Council will hold a Meeting, on February 19, 2026 in the City Council Chambers located at 155 West Durian, Coalinga, CA. Persons with disabilities who may need assistance should contact the City Clerk at least 24 hours prior to this meeting at 935-1533 x113. Anyone interested in translation services should contact the City Clerk at least 24 hours prior to the meeting at 935-1533 x113. The Meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. and the agenda will be as follows:


	1.	CALL TO ORDER

1. Pledge of Allegiance

2. Changes to the Agenda

3. Council's Approval of Agenda


	2.	AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, APPOINTMENTS AND PROCLAMATIONS (NONE)


	3.	CITIZEN COMMENTS


		This section of the agenda allows members of the public to address the City Council on any item within the jurisdiction of the Council. Members of the public, when recognized by the Mayor, should come forward to the lectern, identify themselves and use the microphone. Comments are normally limited to three (3) minutes. In accordance with State Open Meeting Laws, no action will be taken by the City Council this evening and all items will be referred to staff for follow up and a report. Citizen Comments submitted in writing to the City Clerk by 5:00pm on the day of the City Council meeting shall be distributed to the City Council and included in the record, however they will not be read.


	4.	PUBLIC HEARINGS (NONE)


	5.	CONSENT CALENDAR


		1.	Approve MINUTES - December 4, 2025
		2.	Information Only - Code Enforcement Report December, 2025
		3.	Information Only - Code Enforcement Report January, 2026
		4.	Waive Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 876 (Adoption of 2025 California Building Codes and Addition and Adoption of Chapter 17 and 18 of Title 8 of the City of Coalinga Municipal Code)
		5.	Adopt Resolution No. 4308 Authorizing the Submission of a HOME Application to the State Department of Housing and Community Development and Identifying the 31 Unit Coalinga Senior Apartments Project as the Project Beneficiary if Awarded and Further Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Owner Participation Loan Agreement for the Deferral of Impact Fees
		6.	Authorize Purchase and Installation of New Audio/Visual Equipment and Software for Council Chambers to Comply with SB 707
		7.	Adopt Resolution No. 4307 Approving the 2025 Annual Progress Report (APR) for the City's 6th Cycle Housing Element and General Plan
		8.	Council Review and Approval of the Sewer System Management Plan and Authorization to Establish a Fats, Oils, and Greases (FOG) Program
		9.	Council Consideration and Authorization for the Mayor to Sign a Letter in of Support of AB 1786 (Harabedian) – Best Value Construction Contracting Authority for Cities
		10.	Authorize the City Manager to Abate the Fire Damaged Residence at 325 East Houston Street


	6.	ORDINANCE PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION AND POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS


		1.	Council Review, Discussion and Potential Action related to the State of Coalinga's Retail Cannabis Sales Tax Rates
			Sean Brewer, City Manager
		2.	City Council Discussion and Potential Direction to Initiate a Cannabis Ordinance Amendment to Provide Flexibility and Reduced Permit Fees for Seasonal Cultivation Employees
			Sean Brewer, City Manager
		3.	Discussion and Potential Action regarding Considering a Temporary Use Agreement with Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) for Autocross Events at the Coalinga Municipal Airport and Review of Potential Long-Term Site Options - Future Agenda Item - Councilman Lowder
			Sean Brewer, City Manager
		4.	Initial Discussion and Direction regarding Potential Placement of a Measure J Sales Tax Extension on the November 2026 General Election Ballot
			Sean Brewer, City Manager
		5.	Consideration of Public Information Consultant for Citywide Informational Items
			Sean Brewer, City Manager
		6.	Discussion, Direction, and Potential Action regarding Appointment to the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District Committee
			Sean Brewer, City Manager


	7.	ANNOUNCEMENTS

1. City Manager's Announcements

2. Councilmembers' Announcements/Reports

3. City Treasurer's Announcements

4. Mayor's Announcements


	8.	FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS


	9.	CLOSED SESSION


		1.	CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS – Government Code 54957.6. CITY NEGOTIATORS: City Manager, Sean Brewer and City Attorney, Mario Zamora. EMPLOYEE (ORGANIZATIONS): General Employees and Coalinga Police Officers Association

		2.	CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – Anticipated Litigation. Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to § 54956.9(b): (1 case)

		3.	REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS - Government Code Section 54956.8. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS. PROPERTY: APN: 070-070-42ST (Coalinga Airport) located in the City of Coalinga. CITY NEGOTIATORS: City Manager, Sean Brewer; and City Attorney, Mario Zamora. NEGOTIATING PARTIES: Momentum Tactical, LLC. UNDER NEGOTIATION: Price and Terms of Payment


	10.	CLOSED SESSION REPORT


	Closed Session: A "Closed" or "Executive" Session of the City Council, Successor Agency, or Public Finance Authority may be held as required for items as follows: personnel matters; labor negotiations; security matters; providing instructions to real property negotiators; legal counsel regarding pending litigation; and protection of records exempt from public disclosure. Closed session will be held in the Administration Building at 155 W. Durian Avenue and any announcements or discussion will be held at the same location following Closed Session.


	11.	ADJOURNMENT