June 16, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting

The City of Shafter held its regular City Council meeting on June 16, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the approval of purchase orders for 253 water meter assemblies from Pace Supply Corporation totaling $146,366.71, and the award of contracts for two major capital improvement projects: the Lerdo Highway reconstruction project with Bowman Asphalt for a total project budget of $1,015,000, and the East Tulare Avenue pedestrian improvements project awarded to Griffith Company with a construction budget of $600,000. The council also adopted the annual operating budget and capital improvement plan for fiscal year 2026-2027, highlighting increased departmental budgets, particularly for the police and public works departments. Additionally, the council approved a budget adjustment and contingency allocation of $150,000 for police department radio communication system upgrades. The meeting included the adoption of the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan, emphasizing water supply sustainability and infrastructure planning. These procurement decisions and budget approvals reflect the city's ongoing investment in infrastructure, public safety, and water management to support community growth and service delivery.