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Items 4-1 through 4-4 — approval of minutes from the Jan. 7 regular meeting and department updates for December 2024 from the police, building and fire departments — were approved in a single motion. Councilmember Brewster moved the motion; Mayor Pro Tem Gornick seconded. The vote was recorded as 5-0 in favor.

Item 4-5 (finance department update, December 2024) was discussed separately after a question from Councilmember Brewster about federal fund expenditures and audit selection. City staff explained external audits sample funds randomly and described changes to allowable uses of certain COVID-relief funds. The council then voted to approve item 4-5; the motion passed 5-0.

Why it matters: consent-calendar approvals finalize routine minutes and departmental monthly updates and allow the council to move to public hearings and other business. A council member’s question led to a staff commitment to review specific federal fund items if flagged.

Votes at a glance:
- Items 4-1 through 4-4 (minutes and police/building/fire department December 2024 updates): Approved 5-0 (motion by Brewster; second by Gornick).
- Item 4-5 (finance department December 2024 update): Approved 5-0 (motion by Gornick; second by Lyons).","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City of Lemoore Council Meeting 1-21-2025","oneSentenceSummary","The council approved multiple routine consent items including meeting minutes and department updates. Item 4-5 (finance department update) was considered and approved separately; both votes passed unanimously 5-0.","taxTitle","Lemoore City, Kings County, California","taxId",71695,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6374500,"Councilmembers report progress on bridge housing and low-barrier shelter plans; $20 million grant applied for",86,2444000,2530000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2144594-91f1af11446f37a768ab34c612979dfc&start=2444&end=2530","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2144594-91f1af11446f37a768ab34c612979dfc/thumbnail_2444000.jpg","/articles/6374500/Lemoore-City/Kings-County/California/Councilmembers-report-progress-on-bridge-housing-and-low-barrier-shelter-plans-20-million-grant-applied-for","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6374500-3e0aa351d2d43c8755b9327154f8a8bf/orig.mp4?Expires=1775796862&Signature=CuRX6RDXZL4IBa-IlR6AO8f7~sls85N1w0eehHPjkbpms34ISnzr5YiSPBDwvN6DU2JbM7RQPrQ73wydGDkG-QEuZCQG~sTPsmI8ZW7n3kljyulR94J8QwVf3s3kU2uWaAkGgOK4WtHHvQf49E~W4rfNupcdu~cEodznbHkLecSWoXtdoRWi6tkconWcxoiTvQ7zOJtpVJyV5sUgdA~K7uGg3vBnOF5OmBdxrmHcDNjupDKew~qDTbTcx2YlkUMjxUsQ4TwniwVVZBNI~fDCnosOrApRnsRr06qqqE5CL8eQzX8hSBintpWEW7R0cLqMOub2rb7UlPz6BAIv-Zl~zw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Several councilmembers reported updates on homelessness and housing initiatives on Jan. 21, including bridge housing openings, management changes at service providers and progress on a proposed low-barrier shelter.

Council reports noted that Holiday Lodge bridge housing on Lacey Avenue is preparing 13 rooms for immediate rental this month and an additional 14 rooms by about April. Councilmembers also said Kings Gospel Mission is undergoing management changes that have slowed the Triangle Courtyard housing project; the site has power and utilities but remains pending installation of four ADA units.

Councilmembers reported Sunrise Apartments has completed required switchgear corrections and is awaiting final approval from Southern California Edison before occupancy. KCAO (Kings County Aid Organization) is wrapping up the environmental-impact report (EIR) for a proposed low-barrier shelter; staff reported the EIR could be complete by early March with a potential groundbreaking in June or July and a target of operations by the end of 2026 for phase 1. KCAO has applied for a $20 million grant to fund construction and some operations; staff noted the application competes with approximately 1,700 other applicants.

Councilmembers also shared a county crisis helpline number: 559-247-HELP (559-247-4357) for mental-health and crisis assistance.

Why it matters: the updates show several housing and shelter projects at advanced stages but still dependent on funding, utility approvals, or completion of EIR processes. The $20 million grant, if awarded, would materially affect the timeline and capacity of the proposed shelter.","Councilmembers updated the council on bridge housing units, progress at Triangle Courtyard and Sunrise Apartments, and the $20 million grant application for a proposed low-barrier shelter. The low-barrier shelter EIR is nearing completion with a hoped-for groundbreaking in mid-2025.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6374505,"Council opens public hearing on nuisance abatement; several properties already remedied",111,1787000,1898000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2144594-91f1af11446f37a768ab34c612979dfc&start=1787&end=1898","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2144594-91f1af11446f37a768ab34c612979dfc/thumbnail_1787000.jpg","/articles/6374505/Lemoore-City/Kings-County/California/Council-opens-public-hearing-on-nuisance-abatement-several-properties-already-remedied","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6374505-32d763241b96ade95320c1329d2dd34e/orig.mp4?Expires=1775796862&Signature=GyYlhpZXaKp7ABkORoLsVhBvAdgZ663DmA2s~p6gYCEaIVW246GOxs3GO2th2zo25p~GZpTDxGqu9ynrGcszrHAJq0xqUb4dW9pIrFX7-EjvYbdgMwD0uJHobf-vkaNPJiphwTYsBEnZ24lehn3IWE0Id1Weo04AHk15uuGNVa8rudFMwciQ1NIgk36im6KeMskMZ-20yzvkEUAOUiuFdmRgDXHPvL6AVSi-m3q4xSgOn0KrqVOKgrfKcxMEjJpBvONlOLs9NwjqzAk2gm5cEh7UHSU-jeJwfZhFRvfMifIpHZUPmxVJCNIDhm1qJpfEHkUOOndWc2S6mHZWjIVx2Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Lemoore City Council opened a public hearing on Jan. 21 to consider continued abatement of public nuisances at locations previously identified by resolution.

Police Chief (identified in the meeting as the presenting chief) reported that 427 Avalon, 501 East Hazelwood and 138 G Street had come into compliance. The chief asked the council to continue the abatement process approved by resolution 2025-TAK-03 (as read during the meeting) for the remaining properties that remained out of compliance.

A public commenter asked whether the railroad areas referenced in the staff report covered downtown trackside areas or locations farther out of town; staff clarified the cited railroad segments included areas tucked behind residential properties near 17th Street toward Lamar. Staff said San Joaquin (San Joaquin Valley Railroad) had cut weeds on its portions for two years and that Union Pacific and other operators were expected to maintain their right-of-way responsibilities. The chief said the city will put properties out to bid for abatement where owners do not comply and will place liens on properties where the city performs the cleanup.

Why it matters: the abatement hearing addresses ongoing code-enforcement work and the city’s process for cleaning nuisance properties when owners fail to act, including liens and contractor bids. Several properties have been remediated since the previous meeting; others remain on the abatement list.

Outcome: the council opened and closed the public hearing and discussed next steps; no final vote to adopt new abatement orders was recorded on the transcript at the time the hearing was closed.","Council opened a public hearing on the abatement of public nuisances and heard that three properties have come into compliance. Staff said they will continue the abatement process for remaining locations and noted coordination with rail operators on trackside cleanup.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6374510,"Didi’s, Maverick openings delayed by utilities; Smith Avenue apartments move into construction",162,698000,860000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2144594-91f1af11446f37a768ab34c612979dfc&start=698&end=860","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2144594-91f1af11446f37a768ab34c612979dfc/thumbnail_698000.jpg","/articles/6374510/Lemoore-City/Kings-County/California/Didis-Maverick-openings-delayed-by-utilities-Smith-Avenue-apartments-move-into-construction","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6374510-abf53a61f15bbf41e86807e8617f1f20/orig.mp4?Expires=1775796862&Signature=P6rcj2RlQP7srq0RjWyouIQaFvOZPLjNhUCl1k5sZd1CwYqDeNgVYQ9eCZeaCYVH1uuwsv6GOvfBxGJGj8QuWKSWgcLheWArdJUsrFv0j2DYTgvfGpegNZlmsqZqbxUQbtkZyhVK85JI6kqunbSZU2s5P5DdGmyKA7uESKiHoxS8h2Y7zDnjqeIGpVccvIseQf7hc~oLUbe73duk2aMx5s7-PDXcflXJD8ujM2hvfIPhxHrsttdMP9gYMtVwR0YtwuNfpoOllPyiiiOwI~95jH9EgbWo6gSKWcim1eKmScsWUEtb1VUsgiyls5vYU3GDBPko~UDBzf~HchpkSR7IOQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Lemoore staff updated the council on several local development projects on Jan. 21, reporting staggered timelines caused largely by electrical service schedules from PG&E and Southern California Edison.

Ryan Greenlee (staff presenting on recreation and building matters) said Didi’s — a commercial tenant in a completed building — is on schedule for a February opening but cannot pass final inspections until the store installs shelving and obtains power. Greenlee told the council the building is “pretty much all done,” and that the state must also complete required inspections before opening.

Construction on Smith Avenue Apartments (on D Street) has moved from permitting into active building, Greenlee said; inspectors are conducting ongoing inspections as work progresses. He also said site plans for a commercial project at the northeast corner of Fox and D were approved and that work would start now that funding had arrived.

Greenlee and councilmembers discussed the Maverick project: staff reported Maverick’s schedule originally targeted a March opening but PG&E pushed the power hookup out to a possible June 2025 date. Staff said the store’s move-in and final inspections depend on PG&E’s schedule.

Council reports later noted delays affecting Sunrise Apartments and other housing projects tied to Edison/utility approvals. Councilmembers said some affordable- and transitional-housing projects are ready but awaiting final utility connections before units can be occupied.

Why it matters: multiple commercial and housing projects affecting jobs, retail access and housing availability are advancing but remain dependent on external utility scheduling. The council and staff said they will continue to track service-provider timelines and keep developers and the public informed.","City staff reported Didi’s store remains on track for February opening pending final inspections and power; Maverick’s opening was pushed to June due to PG&E scheduling. Smith Avenue Apartments construction has begun; Sunrise Apartments and other projects face utility-scheduling delays.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6374515,"Resident urges action after crash; council agrees to traffic study on East Center Drive and sidewalk gaps",909,156000,1065000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2144594-91f1af11446f37a768ab34c612979dfc&start=156&end=1065","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2144594-91f1af11446f37a768ab34c612979dfc/thumbnail_156000.jpg","/articles/6374515/Lemoore-City/Kings-County/California/Resident-urges-action-after-crash-council-agrees-to-traffic-study-on-East-Center-Drive-and-sidewalk-gaps","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6374515-3742d9d48b9624279a445183aae584b4/orig.mp4?Expires=1775796862&Signature=R4eJE2xJztZ5lawbZfAQgAd8y6aHDaWsKKJ8wy3EU9FtFmqRNJlYANdz4GWqLpG0VhYrJnBDOFof0EPsLgmvl887joT9MRh4b5qwTExFbUVNGJ2q4q71jCiql41q~9SJQGRNUxShoX-l3Krqw8etMXWPnlWU70yK2YTAMcbqHj-~cP6biVGZz8LZ3fpeL5DeCthEOA74oP5KAN2gpjA9ar9EE-l-ok0V7ludXOGyqtsV3E6nlUe4qO4ZvtnbU78lUTQVfB~HKWAM5lmNOdMwjBT-sHTpgNA2XpiLl6DDpr7Vko4iuwSRfen9c1wn6GTC2EjFJoBJuIik5rVS3eaBMA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A Lemoore resident told the City Council on Jan. 21 that repeated crashes on East Center Drive — including one that struck his mother’s car and sent a neighbor’s child from bed — have left neighbors “sick and tired” and demanding action.

Dan Winters, during public comment, said crashes involving suspected drunk drivers occur about three times per year and warned the city it had a month to act before residents escalate to protests. “We need more cops sitting and patrolling. … Put speed bumps,” Winters said. He said residents had previously submitted names and were frustrated at the lack of follow-up.

The council and staff discussed near-term and longer-term responses. City staff said any traffic changes — including new stop signs or other measures at specific intersections — require a traffic study by the city engineer and cannot be implemented immediately. City Manager Marissa Trejo (identified in the meeting as city manager) said the city is pursuing state grant opportunities and other incentives to close sidewalk gaps created by staggered development.

Councilmembers also raised a separate resident request for a crosswalk at 19th and Avalon and asked about a stoplight at Liberty. Staff said some planned private developments (notably the Maverick site) will build sidewalks to their property lines and that gaps between property lines will remain until adjoining parcels develop. Staff said the city is exploring grants and incentive programs to encourage property owners to install curb, gutter and sidewalk or to finance the work through utility assessments or phased billing.

Why it matters: councilmembers framed the issues as both public-safety (pedestrians and children walking near busy streets) and equity (the high cost of forcing individual property owners to fund long sidewalk runs). Councilmembers said the traffic study and grant-seeking are intended to produce defensible, implementable steps rather than ad hoc fixes.

Council direction and next steps: staff said they will commission a traffic study with the city engineer and continue work with Townsend Public Affairs on state funding requests that could address sidewalk gaps and related safety measures.","A Lemoore resident described repeated crashes on East Center Drive and urged immediate enforcement and traffic-calming measures. Councilmembers and staff said a formal traffic study is required; staff also outlined efforts to pursue grants and incentives to fill sidewalk gaps near new developments.","actionData","errors"]

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