Madera City Council Meeting: September 16, 2026

The City of Madera held its regular City Council meeting on September 16, 2026, where several procurement and contract-related matters were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the approval of a change order for the 2024 Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project involving the construction of a new influent pump station wet well, with a cost proposal of $3.3 million plus contingencies. The council also awarded a one-year on-call contract for asphalt and concrete patch services not to exceed $778,000 to Seal Right Paving and Grading, following a bid review process. Additionally, the council approved a $1.5 million contract award to Avion Construction Incorporation for road rehabilitation at various city locations as part of the 10x10 road rehab program. The meeting included updates on capital improvement projects funded through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocations totaling nearly $1 million for the program year 2025-26. Other budget-related actions included approving the purchase of a Rosenbauer custom Type 1 fire engine under a Sourcewell agreement and amending the city clerk's employment agreement with a modest budget impact. The council also discussed municipal code updates related to vacant buildings to address public safety and property maintenance concerns. No new procurement policies were adopted, but ongoing capital projects and contract awards reflect active infrastructure investment in the city.