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City of Los Banos California, City Council Meeting, June 17th, 2026
Published: Jun 17, 2026
Fortune Ratliff and Paul Halagian Architects Selected for Las Civic Center Project
The City Council approved Resolution 7116, awarding a contract to Fortune Ratliff General Contractors Inc. and Paul Halagian Architects for the Las Civic Center project. This decision follows the termination of a previous contract and aims to bring the project back on track within the established $7.8 million budget, plus a $200,000 contingency. The project will involve a five-month design phase, including pre-construction activities and guaranteed maximum price development, followed by a 15-month design-build phase for final design and construction. The new team brings extensive public sector experience and a cost-focused approach, with a goal to deliver the project within budget and potentially accelerate the timeline.
City Council Adopts 2025 Urban Water Management Plan, Highlighting Conservation Successes
The City Council approved Resolution 7111, accepting the updated 2025 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP). This plan is a statutory requirement from the state of California, updated every five years, and is crucial for eligibility for state water-related grants and loans. The plan addresses population projections, water demands, supplies, reliability, and conservation programs. It highlights the city's success in meeting per capita water demand goals, showing an 11% reduction in water use over the past five years. Future plans include potential new wells, storage tanks, and investigating surface water acquisition as an alternative to groundwater treatment.
Council Votes to Introduce Ordinance for Increased Elected Official Compensation
The City Council discussed and introduced an ordinance amendment to increase elected official compensation, proposing to raise the monthly salary for council members to $1,275 and for the mayor to $1,500. This proposed increase addresses a 37-year salary freeze and aligns with state-mandated maximums under Senate Bill 329. While the ordinance sets the maximums, council members can voluntarily accept lower amounts or their current salaries. The motion to introduce and waive the first reading of the ordinance, with the proposed salaries, was passed.
New Hires and Promotions Bolster Public Safety and Public Works Departments; Traffic Collisions Down 20%
During the meeting, new employees were introduced, including Jose Abala as a Community Services Officer in the Police Department, assigned to jail operations. Wendell Johnson was introduced as a temporary Special Projects Manager for Public Works, and Mike Soria was promoted to Inspector One after 25 years in streets. The Police Chief also announced upcoming milestones for police officer trainees and a lateral candidate, aiming to bring five new officers into training next month. Traffic safety improvements were highlighted, with the third motorcycle officer completing training, leading to three motorcycle officers on patrol and a 20% decrease in traffic collisions from January to May 2025-2026.
City Council Approves $8.95 Million for Road Repairs and Improvements in FY 2026-2027
The City Council approved Resolution 7117, adopting the list of projects for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 funded by SB1 (Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017), Measure V, and General Fund dollars. The approved list details significant road maintenance and improvement projects across the city, including overlays, reconstructions, and ADA ramp upgrades. The total budget allocated for these improvements is $8.95 million. Projects include extensive work on I Street, Paige Avenue, and Monav Vista, with a focus on data-driven prioritization and efficient resource use.
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