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Mayor Alma Beltran and council members presented the resolution as part of a collaborative effort with the Parlier Unified School District. Staff and the board president said options under consideration include improved lighting near schools, pedestrian-activated crossing signals, targeted traffic-calming features such as roundabouts at key intersections and scheduled law-enforcement presence during peak school drop-off and pick-up times.

City Engineer Javier Andrade and staff briefed council members on projects in planning, including a roundabout scheduled for construction in June at a congested corridor and the possibility of pursuing federal earmark funding for a pedestrian-activated crossing on Manning. \"One of the things we're working on with Townsend (lobbyists) is a pedestrian crosswalk signal that stops traffic when activated by a pedestrian,\" staff said. Council members also emphasized interagency coordination and requested a schedule for law-enforcement patrols during school arrival and dismissal times.

During council comment, members said the measure reflected input from a district–city meeting the prior day and that increased presence by officers during school hours would be a priority. The council approved the resolution by unanimous vote (5-0). Staff said it will follow up with the district, update project lists and pursue competitive regional and state safe-routes funding as well as potential federal funding applications.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Parlier City Council Meeting April 3, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The council approved a resolution to enhance pedestrian safety near schools, encouraging coordination with the school district, exploring pedestrian-activated signals, roundabout design and lighting improvements, and pursuing available regional and federal funding.","taxTitle","Parlier City, Fresno County, California","taxId",79554,"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},6613308,"Council hears lengthy public concerns about city-owned buildings and Bambi’s Rescue; staff flags health, safety and billing issues",813,4785000,5598000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2871630-499ad3192b196fc4b2e709513a0d3329&start=4785&end=5598","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2871630-499ad3192b196fc4b2e709513a0d3329/thumbnail_4785000.jpg","/articles/6613308/Parlier-City/Fresno-County/California/Council-hears-lengthy-public-concerns-about-city-owned-buildings-and-Bambis-Rescue-staff-flags-health-safety-and-billing-issues","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6613308-571f249ce9ce005666c1dcfce48609c3/orig.mp4?Expires=1775960698&Signature=ASk9b2d7RvTSROIZBtsPEH5FXB4rzlmTrvYfnODJYqbmkNpFhx89kk44DtAVoEttHQOfvjCbKEfCWCHJM6lqf4qTgeDALeIO0G1VnxGFFg8~QL6jXxVIDz2gGao2Cmyxn4inzQ5nMgTAtFeGWy-ZLXcWKLCCuPJtm1EJIL5~eZChm7UX1FyFcODGeFcT~4LARz7-5NqDBl5r9VISvzkaZXk4cr1SsoDjlbpu3jjlJObtS-wigT4lF0w9BrVf1Ph-ZqQ~oOoEE98VzXP54rb1D4WhBVN9mxImOh5Zim1GzkuQ2B1CNh76fIC4MGax06DhpIY-k1m7Mj-JoEIdCqausA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City staff told the Parlier City Council on Thursday that inspections of two city-owned properties—741 Tulare and 580 Tulare—identified conditions that may present health and safety issues and that utility and lease provisions have not been fully complied with.

A staff presentation described problems including lack of heating or air conditioning in the structures, exposed electrical wiring, gas service that had been shut off to one building and occupancy that appears not to conform with zoning. Staff also read the lease provision stating that \"tenant shall pay all charges for water, sewer, gas, electricity, telephone, and all other services and utilities used by tenant and the leased premises during the term of the lease unless otherwise expressly agreed in writing.\" Staff said there was no written agreement documenting exceptions; there had been verbal arrangements under prior management.

During public comment, Bambi’s Rescue representatives described long-standing operation of their animal rescue at one of the sites and said the group had not received PG&E or SoCalGas bills for the properties and that much work and many out-of-pocket expenses had been undertaken by volunteers and donors. \"Never received a PG and E bill all the years of being there,\" Brenda Prado of Bambi’s said, and Michelle, a Bambi’s representative, described paying water and $50 monthly rent while not having received electrical bills.

Staff provided billing data to the council during the meeting showing combined electricity charges of $13,195 for two structures at 741 Tulare for the prior year (March to March). By contrast, staff said the adjacent civic center (745 Tulare) had separate electric billing totaling about $2,096 for the same period. Acting City Manager David Serta and staff said a PG&E billing reconciliation and a building inspection would be prepared and offered to provide copies of bills and inspection findings to the rescue operators.

City legal counsel and staff warned of potential liability if people or animals are on properties that do not meet building and safety codes; the city attorney said that whether the city or tenant is responsible depends on the terms of the lease and any written agreements. Staff said they would compile documentation, provide historic utility bills on request and pursue inspections to identify needed repairs.

Public commenters and several council members also discussed community needs for animal services, shelter capacity and alternatives if the city requires changes to occupancy. Residents urged more transparency on billing and the enforcement timeline; staff said they will deliver PG&E bill records and code-inspection findings to the operators for review and that next steps could include bringing any proposed enforcement or contract-termination items back before council for action.","At an informational item, staff reported code, electrical and utility compliance issues at city-owned properties (741 and 580 Tulare). Operators of Bambi’s Rescue and residents disputed billed utility charges and claimed prior verbal agreements with former staff; staff warned of liability and asked for inspections and documentation.",{"_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},6613311,"Parlier OKs Self Help Enterprises to administer $3 million CalHome award, includes administrative fee",786,2380000,3166000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2871630-499ad3192b196fc4b2e709513a0d3329&start=2380&end=3166","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2871630-499ad3192b196fc4b2e709513a0d3329/thumbnail_2380000.jpg","/articles/6613311/Parlier-City/Fresno-County/California/Parlier-OKs-Self-Help-Enterprises-to-administer-3-million-CalHome-award-includes-administrative-fee","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6613311-406453de1a4733131bbe9c360fcf54bd/orig.mp4?Expires=1775960699&Signature=PHE2-BjwjucI1vQ6R0s1uqhOZ3C-mqUxF58FFJ3DNlgoiIm3HWAPLlA54SLpLtXNj1FqtBPNsIIM6n0NHZ2B1AK~e1zaV7YysIB6YhbdbgA3WUoEYMx1cg0IiWMyOhAb4KnG1JzNPUfhszEIdy0tyH~luFdonkVW6z4gdhK5p-srnOze8WwTE~JVL0ZYp~N06UhrD8zaIR1MSSL3HHLbybWymP4~~mA5o5J-iduEo4Gl1~rLS2HHmwV3EtwL4p1mQQqF5DLJTKVwQeEUyKZUJXx0uhNn-1Oiamrnxs8ECaCTsUuZ2mZKgF7N~Ah3DXwHWOzPE9ILDSe-abnCV9pTtw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Parlier City Council voted to allow the city to enter into an agreement with Self Help Enterprises to administer and manage a 2023 CalHome award totaling $3,000,000, the city’s staff reported Thursday.

City staff and the recommended partner told the council Self Help Enterprises has experience administering similar programs for other jurisdictions and is able to provide loan processing, compliance and reporting required by the state. Staff said the city lacks the internal staffing expertise and that the CalHome award requires specialized administration to ensure compliance with federal and state reporting and loan-portfolio maintenance.

The agreement includes a stated $60,000 implementation fee and a separate portfolio-servicing fee of roughly $12 to $15 per loan per month; staff estimated the total number of loans the program can support at the grant ceiling ($75,000 per loan) would be about 25 loans. \"There is a fee associated with it ... the cost is a $60,000 fee to roll out and administer the award,\" staff said. They further noted that administrative cost percentages common to other grants were not available for this particular award, so the startup fee and per-loan portfolio fee will cover services.

Staff described the award allocation as roughly $2,000,000 targeted to first-time homebuyer assistance and $1,000,000 for ADU and junior ADU programs. Staff and council members said the partnership would enable the city to move forward after delays and provide down-payment and ADU-related assistance locally. Staff also committed to outreach and buyer education once Self Help Enterprises begins operations in the city.

Council approved the recommendation (vote recorded as 5-0). Council discussion noted the city had used Self Help Enterprises before and emphasized the importance of program education to applicants and clear documentation of loan terms. Staff said the city will receive reports and that portfolio fees will be assessed only on actual loans produced under the program.","Council approved a contract with Self Help Enterprises to administer the city’s 2023 CalHome loan/grant award (total $3,000,000). Staff said the agreement carries a $60,000 startup fee and a portfolio servicing fee of $12–$15 per loan per month.",{"_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},6613316,"Parlier council adopts updated noise ordinance, adds decibel standards and permit rules",612,1751000,2363000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2871630-499ad3192b196fc4b2e709513a0d3329&start=1751&end=2363","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2871630-499ad3192b196fc4b2e709513a0d3329/thumbnail_1751000.jpg","/articles/6613316/Parlier-City/Fresno-County/California/Parlier-council-adopts-updated-noise-ordinance-adds-decibel-standards-and-permit-rules","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6613316-3b57f4cfbdf1653acc5a4628e990536c/orig.mp4?Expires=1775960699&Signature=co2bk~eRDzsVYkzZoGm9KiqeCxgofn360JWvvYcIs4ak1AA4pEbjx6Szjk~mzEC63meoD5~jAkJghjLYXdN4259EgyEugH4wuhVCIok6oFmHjcU-J0OIxHTzZD7oEw8Q3Irr9Ymhyia6khQkcOxcOWnAr9LRLrISxJnw-TbqaDk9ivgq1tA2WnWrHnUnO1eenpt4l5SyXDRYuLaiZkb5O6kWmC5IOkvl6PlhuzFxcqIF41q1mfWCAru7e~s8lBsIOwLl6M4QSg2IcI8-LxH1a9Ni4eKGncg4YeE4GWOTKnvnL-e3zlsQutxX4qKwKVYPD02UMs0eu3lufCHJl76Rpg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Parlier City Council adopted amendments to the city’s noise nuisance ordinance on Thursday, approving calibrated decibel thresholds by zoning category, expanded time-based limits, and stricter permitting and penalties for repeat offenders.

City staff described a process that included town-hall meetings and resident feedback indicating existing rules were inadequate. The proposed amendments establish objective decibel limits for residential, commercial and industrial zones, add nighttime restrictions, and require permits for certain high-noise activities. \"Feedback has generally been supportive with many residents expressing a desire for more robust noise regulation to enhance their living environment,\" the police chief said during the presentation.

The police department told the council it will purchase calibrated decibel readers to standardize enforcement. Staff estimated each calibrated reader and calibrator will cost about $500 to $600; the department plans to buy two instruments. Staff said the ordinance will be posted on the city and police department social media pages and will take effect 30 days after publication.

Council members asked how the ordinance will reach moving vehicles and loud car audio; the chief said the draft ordinance includes a subsection that applies to vehicle noise, both moving and parked. The chief also said live bands will be required to be in enclosed structures to meet the decibel limits: \"Live bands have to be in an enclosed building ... they still cannot exceed the decibel level that is established for residential or ... commercial area.\"

During public comment residents asked whether officers will enforce noise complaints proactively or only on complaint; the chief said enforcement will be both reactive to complaints and proactive when large events or repeat offenders are identified. The council voted to adopt the ordinance amendments (vote recorded as 5-0). The city plans to publish the final ordinance and begin enforcement after the 30-day posting period.

Exact decibel thresholds by zone were discussed at the meeting but council and staff advised that the ordinance text (as approved) will be the final source for numeric limits; staff committed to public outreach before enforcement and to posting guidance online.","After town-hall outreach and resident input, the City Council approved amendments to Parlier’s noise nuisance ordinance to set decibel thresholds by zone, add nighttime limits, require permits for loud activities, and buy calibrated decibel readers.",{"_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},6613323,"Council grants one-year extension for Parlier Family Apartments site plan, with caveat on PLHA funds",266,1473000,1739000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2871630-499ad3192b196fc4b2e709513a0d3329&start=1473&end=1739","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2871630-499ad3192b196fc4b2e709513a0d3329/thumbnail_1473000.jpg","/articles/6613323/Parlier-City/Fresno-County/California/Council-grants-one-year-extension-for-Parlier-Family-Apartments-site-plan-with-caveat-on-PLHA-funds","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6613323-abd3c1a22f384d60481c5de97202ef29/orig.mp4?Expires=1775960699&Signature=XhyVf3vgXvfN0W3UDcMnVtwVcQutW0PVmKm7ymw4Vhs2l9WVRynnHfRf3u-hrwJsxBY-i8u-7hmG~19mgB3xf7qq8RzBXCUz7NTxQ7Qdimu2B2aMqDHndZ97NPoc4-NBk8Zh6PrP~WjaujrYRd85OXCVAGyE8YcPCmDGx5unD5Jml2Xb2vHMwtsgYpG7Gut2eQdoCrVhOBMf8GodWRefijTfqpcYZdjv9TGJIlIBXWUDJ6-Zws~t-L0j~i4MS~iAqwi8-bi480kATnuQAanYvIHETOPlawEenbljyUIFsg3mqNgXXWm8t6fy7vckVBuPPffAhO6N7Ssu-c1SpSdgtg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Parlier City Council on Thursday approved a one-year extension to the approved site plan for the Parlier Family Apartments, a Danco Communities project on Tuolumne Avenue, extending the plan’s effective date through April 6, 2026, and requiring that the city not draw down related PLHA funds until the project proceeds.

The extension was requested by the applicant after prior funding sources fell through; city staff emphasized that the extension is allowed by the previous conditions of approval but warned that drawing on the $5,000,000 PLHA grant before the project advances would expose the city to repayment risk. \"If any of that money is spent, and then the project doesn't proceed, the city would be responsible for paying back the entire $5,000,000,\" city staff said during the presentation.

Geoff, the staff presenter, told the council the original 2021 approval allowed a two-year validity that was later revised in 2023 to a 55-unit plan; that approval was set to expire April 6, 2025. He said the applicant has pursued tax credits and other funding; under the existing condition council can grant a single one-year extension to April 6, 2026. \"At this time, they're requesting that one-year extension that the condition allows them to request, and that the City Council can grant,\" Geoff said.

Council discussion focused on the length of time the project has been inactive and financial risk to the city if PLHA funds are expended prematurely. One council member said they would support the extension so long as no city funds are drawn down until the developer secures funding and moves toward obtaining permits. There were no requests for additional changes to the approved site plan; staff confirmed the request does not alter prior plan approvals.

Council voted to approve the extension (vote recorded as 5-0). The council did not authorize any drawdown or expenditure of PLHA funds as part of this approval; staff reiterated the city should not spend PLHA grant funds until the developer demonstrates financial and permitting progress.

The city will allow the site-plan approval to remain valid through April 6, 2026; if the developer has not made measurable progress by that date a full site-plan review and discretionary council action will be required for further extensions or restart of the project.

Details about the project financing and any specific timeline for Danco Communities to seek permits were not specified at the meeting. The council’s approval preserves the existing conditions of approval and places the city on record that it will not draw down PLHA funds until the project advances.","The City Council approved a one-year extension to the site plan for the Parlier Family Apartments (Danco Communities) but directed that the city not draw down a $5 million PLHA grant until the project makes demonstrable progress.","actionData","errors"]

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