August 4, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting

The City of Shafter held its regular City Council meeting on August 4, 2026. Key procurement-related actions included approval of the consent calendar items such as the annual renewal payment of $42,200 to Esri for the citywide GIS mapping license, a $99,000 annual payment to Smart Fiber Networks for operating services under a partnership agreement, and acceptance of a $49,076.53 purchase of a commercial mower through the Omnia Partners Cooperative Purchasing Program. The council also approved tentative tract map number 7498 for a 176-lot residential subdivision, with construction anticipated to start in 2027. Additionally, the council adopted a resolution to name a new community park as General Shafter Park and authorized acceptance of a $298,500 cannabis tax fund grant from the California Highway Patrol to support public safety initiatives. Updates were provided on ongoing capital projects including the new aquatic center, Tulare Avenue improvements, and a substation under construction. The council encouraged community engagement with upcoming events and infrastructure updates, including roadwork and fiber network deployment.