March 17, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting

The City of Shafter held its regular City Council meeting on March 17, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of multiple contract awards and budget authorizations. The council approved roofing services from Advance Roofing for $44,900 and awarded a citywide tree trimming project to TNS Tree Service for up to $65,000. They also authorized the purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Traverse vehicle for $44,511.81 from Richland Chevrolet and approved the purchase and installation of office furniture for the MCCF administrative move. Additionally, the council authorized formal bid procedures for trees and landscaping services for phase two of the urban greening project. A significant capital improvement project discussed was the award of the well 22 and well 23 drilling project to Bakersfield Well and Pump for approximately $998,918 per well, with a total project budget of $2.2 million, including contingencies. The council authorized an additional $1.1 million in water connection fees to complete this project. Another major project was the authorization to formally bid the skate park restroom and parking lot construction, with an engineer's estimate of approximately $500,000, funded from the general fund. The council also received an update on the fiber optic expansion project, including a $7 million last mile grant to provide internet service to 851 locations by summer 2026, and previewed the new Soul Fiber website. The meeting included several proclamations and community presentations but no votes on policy changes affecting procurement were noted.