CORCORAN CITY COUNCIL & JOINT POWERS FINANCE AUTHORITY  AGENDA City Council Chambers 1015 Chittenden Avenue Corcoran, CA 93212 Tuesday, July 23, 2024 5:30P.M  Public Inspection: A detailed City Council packet is available for review at the City Clerk's Notice of ADA Compliance: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk's Office at  Office, located at Corcoran City Hall, 832 Whitley Avenue.  (559)992-2151.  ROLL CALL  Mayor: Vice Mayor:  Jeanette Zamora-Bragg Patricia' "Pat" Nolen  Council Member: Greg Ojeda Council Member: Sidonio "Sid" Palmerin Council Member: Jerry Robertson  INVOCATION FLAGSALUTE  1. PUBLIC DISCUSSION_Verbal and Written)  Members ofthe audience may address the Council or submit written comments oni non-agenda items; however, in accordance with government code section 54954.2, the Council may not (except in very specific instances) take action on an item not appearing on the posted agenda. This is the time for members of the public to comment or provide written comments on any matter within the jurisdiction of the Corcoran City Council. This is also the public's opportunity to request that a Consent Calendar item be removed from that section and made a regular agenda item. The council members ask that you keep your comments brief and positive. Creative criticism, presented with appropriate courtesy, is welcome. After receiving recognition from the chair, speakers shall state their name and address and proceed with comments. Each speaker will be limited to five (5) minutes.    2.  CONSENT CALENDAR (VV)  All items listed under the consent calendar are routine and will be enacted by one motion. If anyone desires discussion of any item on the consent calendar, the item can be removed at the request of any member of the City Council and made a part of the regular 2-A. Approval of minutes for the meeting ofthe City Council on July 9, 2024. 2-B. Authorization to read ordinances and resolutions by title only. 2-C. NoticeofCompletion for the Corcoran WWTP Clarifier Rehab.  agenda.  3.  APPROPRIATIONS  3-A. Approval of Warrant Register dated July 23, 2024. (Pineda) (VV)  4.  PRESENTATIONS  4-A. Recognition of Employee of the 2nd Quarter Lisa Jones  4-B. Swearing in ofOfficer Soliz (Ochoa) 4-C. Swearing in ofOfficer Villasenor (Ochoa)  5.  PUBLICHEARING  5-A. Public Hearing to obtain comments to intent to levy and collect assessments on the following Districts and approve Resolution No.  4050 - Resolution No. 4059. (Spain) (VV)  Assessment District 07-01, Subdivision Salyer Estates #3, Tract Map 853; intent to levy and collect assessments on Assessment District 07-02 Subdivision the Pheasant Ridge (previously known as Sequoias Phase 1), Tract Map 857; intent to levy and collect assessments on Assessment Subdivision Sunrise Villas, Tract Map 856; and intent to levy and collect Subdivision Patterson Avenue, Tract Map 785; and intent to levy and Sierra Estates Subdivision Tract 925; and intent to levy and collect assessments on Public Facility Maintenance District (PFMD) Assessment  District 07-02,  assessments on Assessment District 08-01, collect assessments on. Assessment District 08-02  District 18-01 A. Open Public hearing B. Staff Report C. Accept written testimony D. Accept oral testimony E. Close hearing F. Council discussion  G. Bymotion, approvelapprove with changes/deny recommendation    6.  STAFF REPORTS  6-A. PG&E Informational Update (Gatzka)  6-B. Consider approving Resolution No. 4063 Vacancy Tax Ordinance (Gatzka) (VV)  6-C. Unsheltered Population Outreach Services (Gatzka) (VV) 6-D. Minimum Wage Initiative (Gatzka) (Informational Only)  6-E. Consider approving Resolution No. 4064 City Manager Signature Authorization 6-F. Consider approving Resolution No. 4062 CAT's Zero Emission Vehicle Rollout 6-G. Consider approving Resolution No. 4060 (Letter of Convenience and Necessity) regarding Conditional Use Permit 23-04 and Planning Commission Resolution 2024-05 for a type 47 (on site) alcohol/liquor license in conjunction with a future restaurant to be located at 1130 Van Dorsten Ave. (Tromborg) (VV)  (Gatzka) (VV)  and Implementation Plan (Bega) (VV)  6-H. Consider approving Resolution No. 4061 regarding approving maximum increase amount of program assistance and revising the City of Corcoran's Homebuyers  Program Guidelines (Tromborg) (VV)  7.  MATTERS FOR MAYOR AND COUNCIL 7-A. Upcoming Events/Meetings 7-B. City Manager's Report  7-C. Council Comments/Staff Referral Items Items of Interest (Non-action items the Council  may wish to discuss) 7-D. Committee Reports CLOSED SESSION  8.  8-A. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS) (Government Code $ 54957.6). Itis the intention of this governing body to meet in closed session to review its position and to instruct is designated representatives: Designated representatives: City Manager Position title(g)ofunrepresented employee(s): CPOA.    8-B. PENDING LITIGATION (Government Code $ 54956.9). Itis the intention of  this governing body to meet in closed session concerning:  Conference with legal counsel - EXISTING LITIGATION (Government Code Parties, case/claim no. Case name unspecified because ofj jeopardy to  $54956.9(d)C).  settlement negotiations or service process.  9.  ADJOURNMENT  Icertify that I caused this Agenda of the Corcoran City Council meeting to be posted at  the City Council Chambers, 1015 Chittenden Ave on July 19, 2024.  City Clerk  dk    MINUTES  CORCORAN CITY COUNCIL, JOINT POWERS FINANCE AUTHORITY, SUCCESSOR AGENCY FOR CORCORAN RDA, & HOUSING AUTHORITY REGULAR MEETING  Tuesday, ,July 9, 2024  The regular session oft the Corcoran City Council was called to order by Vice Mayor Nolen, in the City Council Chambers, 1015 Chittenden Avenue, Corcoran, CA at 5:30P.M.  ROLL CALL  Councilmembers present: Patricia Nolen, Greg Ojeda, Sid Palmerin, and Jerry Robertson  Councilmembers absent: Jeanette. Zamora-Bragg  Staff! present: Press present: INVOCATION FLAGSALUTE PUBLICDISCUSSION  Joseph Faulkner, Greg Gatzka, Tina Gomez, Zishan Lokhandwala, Maggie Ochoa and Sandra Pineda.  None  Invocation was presented by Robertson The Flag Salute was. led by Ojeda  1.  Natalie Sierra 120 Cardoso Ave purchased a home from D.R. Horton, has concerns re: issue with PG&E/D.R. Horton and move in date. 5 additional homeowners were present with the Reina Madrid is a real estate agent who represents 6 clients complaining about the same Mario Carvalho 1868 Estes Ave is concerned about issues with PG&E and D.R. Horton. Goreen Demetrius 881 Groveland Ave.W Madera, CA, representative for Dr Horton/Central Valley Division addressed DR Horton homeowners re: trying to resolve issue with PG&E and offered all homebuyers a full refund of any monies paid for homes if  same concerns.  issue with PG&E/D.R. Horton.  interested with no questions asked.  Regular Meeting Minutes Corcoran City Council July 9,2024  Page lof4    Valerie Bega, Transit & Grants Manager for the City of Corcoran introduced (2) new transit Kings County Fire Chiefs Salvador Flores was present along with staff, thanked for his response to coordinating cooling centers for residents during high temperatures.  drivers: Miguel Magana and Priscilla Simpson.  2.  CONSENT CALENDAR  Following Council discussion, a motion was made by Robertson and seconded by Ojeda to  approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried by the following vote:  AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAINED:  Nolen, Ojeda, Palmerin, and Robertson Robertson abstained from the minutes.  Zamora-Bragg  2-A. Approval ofminutes for the meeting of the City Council on June 25, 2024. 2-B. Authorization to read ordinances and resolutions by title only. 2-C. Consider approval ofResolution No. 4039 Directing City Engineer to prepare a report on Assessment District No. 07-01, Subdivision Salyer Estates No. 3, Tract Map 853, Pursuant to Landscape & Lighting Act of1972 and Resolution No.4040 Intent to Levy and Collect Assessments on Assessment District No. 07-01, Subdivision Salyer Estates No. 3, Tract Map 853, Pursuant to Landscape & Lighting 2-D. Consider approval ofResolution No. 4041 Directing City Engineer to preparea report on Assessment District No. 07-02, Subdivision Pheasant Ridge (previously known as Sequoias Phase I), Tract Map 857, Pursuant to Landscape & Lighting Act of1972 and Resolution No. 4042 Intent to Levy and Collect Assessments on Assessment District No. 07-02, Subdivision Pheasant Ridge (previously known as Sequoias Phase I), Tract Map 857, Pursuant to Landscape & Lighting Act of1 1972. 2-E. Consider approval of Resolution No. 4043 Directing City Engineer to prepare a report on Assessment District No. 08-01, Subdivision Sunrise Villas, Tract Map 856, Pursuant to Landscape & Lighting Act of 1972 and Resolution No. 4044 Intent to Levy and Collect Assessments on Assessment District No. 08-01, Subdivision Sunrise Villas, Tract Map 856, Pursuant to Landscape & Lighting Actof1972. 2-F. Consider approval ofResolution No. 4045 Directing City Engineer to prepare a report on Assessment District No. 08-02, Subdivision Patterson Avenue, Tract Map 785, Pursuant to Landscape & Lighting Act of 1972 and Resolution No. 4046 Intent tol Levy and Collect Assessments on Assessment District No. 08-02, Subdivision Patterson Avenue, Tract Map 785, Pursuant to Landscape & Lighting Act of1972. 2-G. Consider approval ofResolution No. 4047 Directing City Engineer to prepare a report on Public Facility Maintenance District (PFMD) Assessment District No. 18- 01, Subdivision Sierra Estates 2, Tract 925 and Resolution No. 4048 Intent to Levy and collect Assessments on Public Facility Maintenance District (PFMD)  Act of1972.  Assessment No. 18-01  Regular Meeting Minutes Corcoran City Council July 9,2024  Page2of4    2-H. Consider approving Resolution No. 4039 to permanently eliminate the Deputy Police  Chiefjob classification APROPRIATIONS-None PRESENTATIONS -None  3. 4.  5. PUBLICE HEARINGS -None  6. 7.  STAFF REPORTS -None  MATTERS FOR MAYOR AND COUNCIL 7-A. Upcoming Events/Meetings 7-B. City Manager's Report may wish to discuss) 7-D. Committee Report  7-C. Council Comments/Staff Referral Items - Items of Interest (Non-action items the Council  The City Council convened in closed session at 6:26 p.m.  8.  CLOSED SESSION  8-A. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS) (Government Code 8 54957.6). It is the intention oft this governing body to meet in closed session to review its position and to instruct is designated representatives: Designated representatives: City Manager K Position title()ofrepresented employee(s): CPOA. this governing body to meet in closed session concerning:  8-B. PENDING LITIGATION (Government Code 8 54956.9). Itis the intention of  Conference with legal counsel = EXISTING LITIGATION (Government Code $ Parties, case/claim no. Case name unspecified because ofj jeopardy to settlement  54956.9(d)(1).  negotiations or service process.  Regular Meeting Minutes Corcoran City Council July 9,2024  Page3of4    9.  ADJOURNMENT  7:28 P.M.  City Clerk  Vice Mayor Patricia Nolen  d  APPROVED DATE:  Regular Meeting Minutes Corcoran City Council July 9,2024  Page 4of4    City of  CORCORAN  FOUNDED 1914  Public Works Department  CONSENT CALENDAR  ITEM #: 2-C  MEMO TO: FROM: DATE:  Corcoran City Council  Joseph Faulkner, Public Works Director  July 15, 2024  MEETING DATE: July 23, 2024  SUBJECT: Notice of Completion for the Corcoran WWTP Clarifier Rehab  Recommendation:  Move to accept the Notice of Completion for the construction contract for the Corcoran Wastewater Treatment Plant Clarifier Rehab project with American Incorporated and authorize the Public Works Director to sign the Notice of Completion and the City Clerk to file the notice with the County Recorder's  Office. Discussion:  During a regular City Council Meeting on January 24, 2023, the Council awarded the construction contract to American Incorporated in the amount of $605,861.00 toj provide construction services for the Wastewater Clarifier Rehab Project. The project included replacement of cast-iron components with type 304-L stainless steel components, drive unit that controls the rotating blades, re-grouting ofthe floor oft the clarifier, and epoxy coating of the floor and walls of the clarifier to protect the tank against corrosion. A Notice of Completion will need to be recorded with the County Clerk Recorder'softice now that the  Contractor. has fulfilled his contractual obligation for construction oft the project.  Original Bid Amount:. Approved Change Orders:.. Final Construction Contract Total: Budget Impact: Attachment: Notice of Completion  $605,861.00 $ 13,770.00 $619,631.00  No Budget impact to record Notice of Completion.    City of  CORCORAN  FOUNDED 1914  AI MUNICIPAL CORPORATION  PUBLIC HEARING ITEM #: 5-A  MEMO TO: FROM: DATE:  Corcoran City Council  Marlene Spain, Assistant to the City Manager/City Clerk  July 11,2024  MEETING DATE: July 23, 2024  SUBJECT: Public Hearing to obtain comments to intent to levy and collect assessments on  Assessment District 07-01, Subdivision Salyer Estates #3, Tract Map 853; intent tol levy and collect assessments on Assessment District 07-02, Subdivision the Pheasant Ridge (previously known as Sequoias Phase 1), Tract Map 857; intent to levy and collect assessments on. Assessment District 08-01, Subdivision Sunrise Villas, Tract Map 856; and intent to levy and collect assessments on Assessment District 08-02, Subdivision Patterson Avenue, Tract Map 785; Public Facility Maintenance District (PFMD) Assessment District No. 18-01, Subdivision Sierra Estates 2, Tract 925 and approval of Resolution No. 4050-Resolution No. 4059.  Recommendation: (VV)  Following the noticed public hearing, it is recommended that the City Council approve  1) 2) 3) 4) 5)  Resolution No. 4050, approving Engineer's report and confirming Assessment on Assessment District No. 07-01, Subdivision Salyer Estates No. 3, Tract Map 853. Resolution No. 4051, certifying to County of] Kings the validity oft the legal process used toj place certain special assessments on the tax roll. (Salyer Estates No. 3, Assessment Resolution No. 4052, approving Engineer's report and confirming Assessment on Assessment District No. 07-02, Subdivision Pheasant Ridge (previously known as Resolution No. 4053, certifying to County of Kings the validity oft the legal process used top place certain special assessments on the tax roll. (Pheasant Ridge ((previously known Resolution No. 4054, approving Engineer's report and confirming Assessment on Assessment District No. 08-01, Subdivision Sunrise Villas, Tract Map 856.  District)  Sequoias Phase 1), Tract Map 857.  as Sequoias Phase I)), Assessment District)  City Offices:  832 Whitley Avenue * Corcoran, CA 93212 * Phone 559.992.2151 * welyolererancasoy    6) 7) 8) 9)  Resolution No. 4055, certifying to County ofKings the validity of the legal process used toj place certain special assessments on the tax roll. (Sunrise Villas, Assessment District) Resolution No. 4056, approving Engineer's report and confirming Assessment on Assessment District No. 08-02, Subdivision Patterson Tract Map 785. Resolution No. 4057, certifying to County of Kings the validity of the legal process used toj place certain special assessments on the tax roll. (Patterson Avenue, Assessment Resolution No. 4058, approving the Engineer' s report and confirming Public Facility Maintenance District (PFMD) Assessment District No. 18-01, Subdivision Sierra Estates 10) Resolution No. 4059, certifying to County of] Kings the validity ofthe legal process used to place certain special assessments on the tax roll (Subdivision Sierra Estates)  District)  2, Tract 925  Discussion:  On an annual basis, the City Engineer is required to provide an Engineer's! Report for each landscaping and lighting assessment district outlining the maintenance and incidental costs associated with the district. A public hearing notice was published to allow public comment at tonight's meeting. Following the public hearing, it is recommended the attached resolutions are  approved. Budget Impact: Attachment:  The assessments will pay for all costs relating to the maintenance oft the district.  City Engineer Reports-I Landscape Assessment Districts  Resolution No. 4050 Resolution No. 4051 Resolution No. 4052 Resolution No. 4053 Resolution No. 4054 Resolution No. 4055 Resolution No. 4056 Resolution No. 4057 Resolution No. 4058 Resolution No. 4059    RESOLUTION NO. 4050  Al RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORCORAN APPROVING ENGINEER'S REPORT AND CONFIRMING ASSESSMENT ON ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 07-01,SALYER ESTATES UNIT NO.3 WHEREAS, the City ofCorcoran formed an assessment district pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Actof1972 (Section 22500 and following, Streets & Highways  Code); and,  WHEREAS, the Engineer for the proceedings filed an Engineer'st report with the City Clerk in accordance with Article 4 of Chapter 1 ofthe Landscaping & Lighting Act of1972; and, WHEREAS, the City Council did conduct a public hearing on July 23, 2024, to consider NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Corcoran: 1. The City Council ofthe City of Corcoran hereby confirms the diagram and assessment contained in the Engineer's Report and levies the assessment for the The City Council oft the City ofCorcoran hereby forwards the following attachments to Kings County Recorder's Office for recordation:  its intent to levy and collect assessments on said assessment district.  Fiscal Year 2024/25;  2.  City Clerk's Certification to County Auditor  Engineer's Report Exhibit A Recording History Exhibit B Recapitalization of Assessments Exhibit C Estimated Assessments Exhibit D Assessment Roll  Exhibit E Diagram Showing All Parcels of Real Property Within the Assessment  District  PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting ofthe City Council of the City of  Corcoran held on the 23rd day of July 2024, by the following vote:  AYES: NOES:  Councimembers: Councilmembers:  ABSENT: Councilmembers:  APPROVED:  Jeanette Zamora-Bragg, Mayor  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk    RESOLUTION NO. 4051  ARESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORCORAN CERTIFYING TO COUNTY OF KINGS THE VALIDITY OF THE LEGAL PROCESS USED TO PLACE CERTAIN SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS ON THE TAX ROLL WHEREAS, the City ofCorcoran desires to place certain special assessments on the WHEREAS, the City has complied with all laws pertaining to the levy of the special WHEREAS, the special assessments have been levied in accordance with a particular WHEREAS, the Salyer Estates Unit No. 3, Assessment District special assessment is for the purpose ofmaintenance ofturfareas, shrubs, trees and irrigation systems and walls; and  Kings County secured tax roll for collection; and,  assessments to be collected; and,  benefit to each parcel to be assessed without regard to its assessed valuation; and,  street lighting.  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City ofCorcoran that the following special assessments shall be placed on the Kings County secured tax roll for  collection. 1.  Salyer Estates Unit No. 3, Assessment District.  PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting oft the City Council ofthe City of  Corcoran held on the 23rd day of July 2024, by the following vote:  AYES: NOES:  Councimembers: Councilmembers:  ABSENT: Councilmembers:  APPROVED:  Jeanette Zamora-Bragg, Mayor  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk    RESOLUTION NO. 4052  ARESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORCORAN APPROVING ENGINEER'S REPORT AND CONFIRMING ASSESSMENT ON ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 07-02, PHEASANT RIDGE (PREVIOUSLY KNOWN AS  SEQUOIAS PHASE 1)  WHEREAS, the City of Corcoran formed an assessment district pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of1972 (Section 22500 and following, Streets & Highways  Code); and,  WHEREAS, the Engineer for the proceedings filed an Engineer's report with the City Clerk in accordance with Article 4 of Chapter 1 ofthel Landscaping & Lighting Act of1972; and, WHEREAS, the City Council did conduct aj public hearing on July 24, 2024, to consider NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council oft the City of Corcoran: The City Council ofthe City ofCorcoran hereby confirms the diagram and assessment contained in the Engineer's Report and levies the assessment for the The City Council oft the City of Corcoran hereby forwards the following attachments to Kings County Recorder's Office for recordation:  its intent to levy and collect assessments on said assessment district.  1.  Fiscal Year 2024/25;  2.  City Clerk's Certification to County Auditor  Engineer's Report Exhibit A Recording History Exhibit B Recapitalization of Assessments Exhibit C Estimated Assessments Exhibit D Assessment Roll  Exhibit E Diagram Showing All Parcels of! Real Property Within the Assessment  District  PASSED AND ADOPTED at ai regular meeting oft the City Council oft the City of  Corcoran held on the 23"d day of] July 2024, by the following vote:  AYES: NOES:  Councilmembers: Councimembers:  ABSENT: Councilmembers:  APPROVED:  Jeanette Zamora-Bragg, Mayor  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk    RESOLUTION NO. 4053  AF RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORCORAN CERTIFYING TO COUNTY OF KINGS THE VALIDITY OF THE LEGAL PROCESS USEDTO PLACE CERTAIN SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS ON THE TAX ROLL WHEREAS, the City of Corcoran desires to place certain special assessments on the WHEREAS, the City has complied with all laws pertaining to the levy of the special WHEREAS, the special assessments have been levied in accordance with aj particular WHEREAS, Pheasant Ridge (previously known as Sequoias - Phase I), Assessment District special assessment is for the purpose ofmaintenance ofturfareas, shrubs, trees and  Kings County secured tax roll for collection; and,  assessments tol be collected; and,  benefit to each parcel to be assessed without regard to its assessed valuation; and,  irrigation systems and walls; and street lighting.  NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council ofthe City of Corcoran that the following special assessments shall be placed on the Kings County secured tax roll for  collection. 1.  Pheasant Ridge (previously known as Sequoias - Phase I), Assessment District. PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting ofthe City Council of the City of  Corcoran held on. the 23rd day of July 2024, by the following vote:  AYES: NOES:  Councilmembers: Councilmembers:  ABSENT: Councilmembers:  APPROVED:  Jeanette Zamora-Bragg, Mayor  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk    RESOLUTION NO. 4054  Al RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORCORAN APPROVING ENGINEER'S REPORT AND CONFIRMING ASSESSMENT ON WHEREAS, the City of Corcoran formed an assessment district pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Actof1972 (Section 22500 and following, Streets & Highways  ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 08-01, SUNRISE VILLAS  Code); and,  WHEREAS, the Engineer for the proceedings filed an Engineer's report with the City Clerk in accordance with Article 4 of Chapter 1 ofthe Landscaping & Lighting Act of1 1972; and, WHEREAS, the City Council did conduct aj public hearing on July 23 2024, to consider NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council ofthe City of Corcoran: The City Council of the City of Corcoran hereby confirms the diagram and assessment contained in thel Engineer's Report and levies the assessment for the The City Council of the City of Corcoran hereby forwards the following attachments to Kings County Recorder's Office for recordation:  its intent to levy and collect assessments on said assessment district.  1.  Fiscal Year 2024/25;  2.  City Clerk's Certification to County Auditor  Engineer's Report Exhibit A Recording History Exhibit B Recapitalization of Assessments Exhibit C Estimated Assessments Exhibit D Assessment Roll  Exhibit E Diagram Showing All Parcels of Real Property Within the Assessment  District  PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting ofthe City Council of the City of  Corcoran held on the 23rd day of July 2024, by the following vote:  AYES: NOES:  Councilmembers: Councilmembers:  ABSENT: Councimembers:  APPROVED:  Jeanette Zamora-Bragg, Mayor  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk    RESOLUTION NO. 4055  ARESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORCORAN CERTIFYING TO COUNTY OF KINGS THE VALIDITY OF THE LEGAL PROCESS USED TO PLACE CERTAIN SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS ON THE TAX ROLL WHEREAS, the City of Corcoran desires to place certain special assessments on the WHEREAS, the City has complied with all laws pertaining to the levy of the special WHEREAS, the special assessments have been levied in accordance with aj particular WHEREAS, the Sunrise Villas, Assessment District special assessment is for the purpose ofmaintenance ofturf areas, shrubs, trees and irrigation systems and walls; street lighting; and  Kings County secured tax roll for collection; and,  assessments to be collected; and,  benefit to each parcel to be assessed without regard to its assessed valuation; and,  park/pond area.  NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Corcoran that the following special assessments shall be placed on the Kings County secured tax roll for  collection. 1.  Sunrise Villas, Assessment District.  PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council oft the City of  Corcoran held on the 23rd day of, July 2024, by the following vote:  AYES: NOES:  Councilmembers: Councilmembers:  ABSENT: Councilmembers:  APPROVED:  Jeanette Zamora-Bragg, Mayor  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk    RESOLUTION NO. 4056  AI RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORCORAN APPROVING ENGINEER'S REPORT AND CONFIRMING ASSESSMENT ON ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 08-02, PATTERSON TRACT WHEREAS, the City of Corcoran formed an assessment district pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (Section 22500 and following, Streets & Highways  Code); and,  WHEREAS, the Engineer for the proceedings filed an Engineer's report with the City Clerk in accordance with Article 4 of Chapter 1 oft the Landscaping & Lighting Act of1972; and, WHEREAS, the City Council did conduct aj public hearing on July 23, 2024, to consider NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council ofthe City ofCorcoran: 1. The City Council of the City ofCorcoran hereby confirms the diagram and assessment contained in the Engineer's! Report and levies the assessment for the  itsi intent to levy and collect assessments on said assessment district.  Fiscal Year 2023/25;  2. The City Council oft the City of Corcoran hereby forwards the following attachments to Kings County Recorder's Office for recordation:  City Clerk's Certification to County Auditor  Engineer's Report Exhibit A Recording History Exhibit B Recapitalization of Assessments Exhibit C Estimated Assessments Exhibit D Assessment Roll  Exhibit E Diagram Showing All Parcels of Real Property Within the Assessment  District  PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting oft the City Council oft the City of  Corcoran held on the 23rd day of July2 2024, by the following vote:  AYES: NOES:  Councilmembers: Councilmembers:  ABSENT: Councilmembers:  APPROVED:  Jeanette Zamora-Bragg, Mayor  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk    RESOLUTION NO. 4057  ARESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORCORAN CERTIFYING: TO COUNTY OF KINGS THE VALIDITY OF THE LEGAL PROCESS USEDTOI PLACE CERTAIN SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS ON THE TAX ROLL WHEREAS, the City ofCorcoran desires to place certain special assessments on the WHEREAS, the City has complied with all laws pertaining to the levy of the special WHEREAS, the special assessments have been levied in accordance with a particular WHEREAS, the Patterson Avenue Tract, Assessment District special assessment is for NOW, THEREFORE, BEI IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City ofCorcoran that the following special assessments shall be placed on the Kings County secured tax roll for  Kings County secured tax roll for collection; and,  assessments to be collected; and,  benefit to each parcel to be assessed without regard to its assessed valuation; and,  the purpose ofmaintenance of walls; and street lighting.  collection. 1.  Patterson Avenue Tract, Assessment District.  PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of  Corcoran held on the 23rd day of July 204, by the following vote:  AYES: NOES:  Councilmembers: Councilmembers:  ABSENT: Councilmember:  APPROVED:  Jeanette Zamora-Bragg, Mayor  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk    RESOLUTION NO. 4058  AF RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORCORAN APPROVING ENGINEER'S REPORT AND CONFIRMING ASSESSMENT ON PUBLIC FACILITY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT (PFMD) NO. 18-01,SUBDIVISION WHEREAS, the City of Corcoran formed an assessment district pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of1972 (Section 22500 and following, Streets & Highways  SIERRA ESTATES2, TRACT925  Code); and,  WHEREAS, the Engineer for the proceedings filed an Engineer's report with the City Clerk in accordance with Article 4 of Chapter 1 oft the Landscaping & Lighting Act of 1972; and, WHEREAS, the City Council did conduct a public hearing on July 23,2 2024, to consider NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Corcoran: The City Council of the City of Corcoran hereby confirms the diagram and assessment contained in the Engineer's Report and levies the assessment for the The City Council ofthe City of Corcoran hereby forwards the following attachments to Kings County Recorder's Office for recordation:  its intent to. Jevy and collect assessments on said assessment district.  1.  Fiscal Year 2024/25;  2.  City Clerk's Certification to County Auditor  Engineer's Report Exhibit A Recording History Exhibit B Recapitalization of Assessments Exhibit C Estimated Assessments Exhibit D Assessment Roll  Exhibit E Diagram Showing All Parcels ofReal Property Within the Assessment  District  PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting oft the City Council of the City of  Corcoran held on the 23rd day of July 2024, by the following vote:  AYES: NOES:  Councilmembers: Councilmembers:  ABSENT: Councimembers:  APPROVED:  Jeanette Zamora-Bragg, Mayor  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk    RESOLUTION NO. 4059  Al RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORCORAN CERTIFYING TO COUNTY OF KINGS THE VALIDITY OF THEI LEGAL PROCESS USED TO PLACE CERTAIN SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS ON THE TAX ROLL WHEREAS, the City of Corcoran desires to place certain special assessments on the WHEREAS, the City has complied with all laws pertaining to the levy of the special WHEREAS, the special assessments have been levied in accordance with a particular WHEREAS, the Subdivision Sierra Estates, Assessment District special assessment is for NOW,THEREFORE, BEI IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City ofCorcoran that the following special assessments shall be placed on the Kings County secured tax roll for  Kings County secured tax roll for collection; and,  assessments to be collected; and,  benefit to each parcel tol be assessed without regard to its assessed valuation; and,  the purpose ofmaintenance of walls; and street lighting.  collection. 1.  Subdivision Sierra Estates.  PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council oft the City of  Corcoran held on the 23rd day of July 2024, by the following vote:  AYES: NOES:  Councilmembers: Councimembers:  ABSENT: Councilmember:  APPROVED:  Jeanette Zamora-Bragg, Mayor  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk    City, of  CORCORAN  FOUNDED 1914  CITY ADMINISTRATION  STAFF REPORT ITEM #: 6-A  MEMO TO: FROM: DATE:  Corcoran City Council Greg Gatzka, City Manager July 17,2024  MEETING DATE: July 23,2024  SUBJECT: PG&E Informational Update  Summary:  PG&E Local Government Affairs representative Nathan Alonzo will provide an information  update on PG&E rates, and other utility information.  Recommendation: None. Informational item only. Budget impact: None. Background:  PG&E: is the electricity utility provider within the City ofCorcoran and has requested to be placed on the agenda to provide an informational update. Information will be provided on rate  affordability and other utility services in Corcoran.  City Offices Phone 559-992-2151  832 Whitley  Corcoran, CA 93212  ww.clyolcorcoran.com    City of  CORCORAN  FOUNDED 1914  CITY ADMINISTRATION  STAFF REPORT ITEM #: 6-B  MEMO TO: FROM: DATE:  Corcoran City Council  Moses Diaz, City Attorney / Greg Gatzka, City Manager  July 18, 2024  MEETING DATE: July 23,2024  SUBJECT: Vacancy Tax Ordinance  Summary:  On September 26, 2023, Council directed staff to address vacant and blighted properties within the city through an ordinance. Theordinanceist now complete and ready for Council consideration. Consider approval ofResolution No. 4063 to approve the Vacancy Tax Ordinance, and request the Kings County Elections Department to place the Vacancy Tax on the November 5, 2024 ballot. Ifapproved, the City will be responsible for the Kings County Elections Department estimated cost of$25,000 associated with placing this tax measure on the November 5, 2024, ballot. The City continues to experience blighted property and structure conditions throughout Corcoran that negatively impact the marketability and viability of adjacent commercial businesses, and quality of life within residential neighborhoods. The City is still recovering from the Covid pandemic, and the economic impacts associated with that incident have contributed to the economic decline oflocal businesses, and accelerated blighted conditions on vacant properties. In addition, the City, much like other cities in the San Joaquin Valley, is also experiencing greater challenges with societal changes that negatively affect property. Property deterioration and blighted conditions expand as vacant property and buildings become conduits fori increased crime, vandalism, and unsheltered occupation take over. All of these circumstances pose greater public health and safety risk to the community, and potential damage and destruction to adjacent properties. Ultimately, these situations place greater demand and strain on the City's limited resources, and place extra public service cost burdens on the citizens ofCorcoran. The proposed Vacant Tax ordinance and resolution, if approved by Council, would act to place a city-wide tax measure on the November 5, 2024, ballot for Corcoran residents to vote on. If  Recommendation:  Budget impact:  Background:  City Offices Phone 559-992-2151  832 Whitley  Corcoran, CA 93212  wemalyelororancago"    approved, this measure would apply an initial $125 per linear foot frontage tax on vacant properties left vacant through the 2025 tax year, and payable by the registered property owner. This vacancy tax will not applyto owner-occupied. residences orb businesses in active operation. Instead, this tax measure will serve to encourage vacant structure and vacant property owners to utilize their property in a manner that enhances the City, and promotes property reinvestment. In general, it has the potential to increase economic activity, enhance housing availability, lead to beautification within the City, and serve to discourage continued vacant structure and vacant property disregard by property owners that contribute to blighted conditions. Should the vacant properties and/or structures be left vacant, the tax revenue generated would help the City to offset costs associated with added staff time and resources needed to address vacant property and structure nuisance The deadline for the Citytos submit Kings County Elections Department to receive a city resolution and impartial analysis is August 9, 2024. The draft resolution was not ready at the time of this agenda publication and will be made available to the public prior to the meeting and council  issues.  consideration. Attachments: Vacancy Tax Ordinance    CHAPTER1-VACANCYTAX  SEC. 1.S SHORT TITLE AND CODIFICATION.  This Chapter shall bel known as the "Vacancy Tax Ordinance," and the tax it imposes shall bel known as the "Vacancy Tax." The City Clerk is authorized to codify this Chapter within Title 3 ofthe municipal code oft the City, and ins SO doing may re-label its numbering to be  consistent that utilized within Title 3. SEC. 2. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE.  (a) City's commercial districts prioritize street-level, customer-tacing businesses as a means of stimulating a bustling, pedestrian-friendly urban environment. Retail and other commercial storefronts are the building blocks of neighborhood vitality, encouraging people to stroll through City's streets, sidewalks, parks and other open spaces, and inviting (b) City residents and visitors have an interest in preserving the vitality of commercial corridors in these districts. Vaçant parcels and storefronts in otherwise vibrant commercial districts degrade the urban environment and reduce the quality of life in those neighborhoods, leading to blight and sometimes crime, particularly when storefronts and adjacent parcels remain empty or devoid of commercial activity for extended periods of time. Further, the resulting blight negatively impacts other small businesses in the area by discouraging foot traffic and eroding the character and uniqueness of the City's diverse (c)Retail and other commercial vacancies may occur when property owners are performing tenant improvements for prospective tenants, while actively seeking a new commercial tenant, or following a disaster requiring wholescale rehabilitation of a structure. These temporary vacancies reflecta a property owner's desire to maintain the active retail and other commercial storefront environment of City's commercial corridors and to continue (d) But in other instances, retail and other commercial vacancies occur when a property owner or landlord fails to actively market a vacant retail and other commercial storefront to viable commercial tenants and/or fails to offer the property at a reasonable rate. Retail and other commercial vacancies may persist as property owners and landlords hold storefronts off of the market for extended periods of time or refuse to offer the space fora (e) Prolonged vacancy of residential housing not only restricts the supply of available housing units, but can also decrease economic activlyincighborhood: and leads tol blight.  them in.  neighborhoods and communities.  contributing to the surrounding community.  reasonable market rate.    (f) A purpose of the Vacancy Tax is to stimulate the rehabilitation of long-term retail and other commercial and residential vacancies, and to thereby reinvigorate neighborhoods: and commercial corridors, and stabilize commercial rents, allowing new businesses to open and  existing businesses to thrive. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS.  Except to the extent otherwise defined in ordinance, the terms used in this Chapter shall have the meanings given to them in Title 3 of the municipal code, as amended from time to time by the City Council. For purposes of this Chapter, the following definitions shall  apply:  (a) "Affiliate" means a person under common majority ownership or common control with any other person, whether that ownership or control is direct or indirect. An Affiliate includes but is not limited to a person that majority owns or controls any other person or a person that is majority owned or controlled by any other person.  (b) "Building Permit Application Period" means the period following the date that an application for a building permit for repair, rehabilitation, or construction with respect to Taxable Commercial Space in a building or structure is filed with the City through the date the building official of the City grants or denies that application, but not to exceed one (1), year. Notwithstanding the preceding sentence, ift more than one building permit application is filed by or on behalfofo one or more persons in the' Taxpayer's Group for the same Taxable Commercial Space, the Building Permit Application Period shall mean only the applicable period following the date the first application is filed with the  City by or on behalfofanyone in the Taxpayer's Group.  (c) "Conditional Use Application Period" means the 183-day period following the date that a complete application for a conditional use permit for use of Taxable Commercial Space is filed with the City, except that ift the Planning Commission does not grant or deny that application within 183 days, then the Conditional Use Application Period shall extend to and include December 31 of the same year in which the date 183rd day occurs. Notwithstanding the preceding sentence, ifmore than one complete conditional use permit application is filed by or on behalfofone or more persons in the Taxpayer's Group for the same Taxable Commercial Space, the Conditional Use Application Period shall mean only the applicable period following the date when the first complete application is  filed with the City by or on behalf of anyone in the Taxpayer's Group.  (d) "Construction Period" means the one-year period following the date when the City issues a building permit for repair, rehabilitation or construction with respect to Taxable Commercial Space in a building or structure, provided that if the City issues multiple building permits to or for the benefit of one or more persons in the Taxpayer's    Group for the same Taxable Commercial Space, the one-year Construction Period shall mean only the one-year period following the issuance of the first building permit to or for  the benefit of anyone in the Taxpayer's Group.  (e) "Disaster Period" means the two-year period following the date that Taxable Commercial Space was severely damaged and made uninhabitable or unusable due to an  unexpected fire, natural disaster or other catastrophic event.  (f) "Frontage" means the number of linear feet of Taxable Commercial Space which is adjacent or tangent to a Public Right of Way, rounded up to the nearest foot. (g) "Public Right of Way" means each public alley, boulevard, court, lane, road, sidewalk, space, street, and way within the City, which are under the permitingjurisaiction  ofthe City.  (h) "Related Person" means a spouse or domestic partner, child, parent or sibling (these latter three relationships including biological, adoptive and "step" relationships; and  the sibling relationship also including half-siblings).  1)  "Residential Real Estate" means real property where the primary use of or  right to use the property is for the purpose of dwelling, sleeping or lodging, and such real property is owner-occupied as a primary or secondary residence, excluding each improvement thereon which is actively used as part of the business activity of accommodations. For purposes ofthis Chapter, 'accommodations" includes hotels, motels, inns, bed-and-breakfast, hostels and other temporary dormitory facilities, and also single- family residences, multi-family residences, accessory dwelling unit, condominiums and residential apartment units which are not owner-occupied as a primary or secondary  residence.  () "Taxable Commercial Space" means the ground floor area of any building, structure or unimproved parcel, or the ground floor of any portion ofa building, structure or unimproved parcel, where such floor area (1)i is adjacent or tangent to a Public Right of Way, (2) is located within any commercial or residential zoning district, as those districts exist on November 5, 2024 in the operative zoning ordinance of the City, and irrespective ofwhether those zoning districts are expanded, narrowed, re-labeledrenamed, eliminated, or otherwise modified by ordinance of the City Council subsequent to that date, and (3)is  not Residential Real Estate.  (k) "Taxpayer's Group" with respect to each Taxable Commercial Space, means the taxpayer, any current or former co-owner or co-tenant of the taxpayer, and any Related    Person or Affiliate of the taxpayer or the taxpayer's current or former co-owner or CO- (I) "Tax Year" means the period from January 1 through December 31. (m) "Vacant" means unoccupied, unused for any business activity licensed by the City or, in the case of residentially zoned real property, uninhabited, for more than one- hundred eighty-two (182) days, whether consecutive or nonconsecutive, in a tax year. Notwithstanding the previous sentence, a person shall not be considered to have kept a building or structure Vacant during a Building Permit Application Period, Construction Period, Disaster Period and/or Conditional Use Application Period when such period is applicable to that particular person for that particular Taxable Commercial Space. In determining whether a person has kept Vacant any Taxable Commercial Space, those days within a Building Permit Application Period, Construction Period, Disaster Period, and Conditional Use Application Period shall be disregarded when such period is applicable to  tenant.  that particular person for that particular Taxable Commercial Space.  SEC. 4. IMPOSITION OF TAX.  (a) Except as otherwise provided in this Chapter, the City imposes an annual Vacancy Tax upon the privilege of! keeping Vacant each Taxable Commercial Space within the City.  (b) The Vacancy Tax in a tax year shall be as follows:  (1). For the 2025 tax year, $125 per linear foot of Frontage.  (2) For the 2026 tax year, $125 per linear foot of Frontage for Taxable Commercial Space which was not kept Vacant in the 2025 tax year, and $250 per linear foot of Frontage for Taxable Commercial Space which was kept Vacant in  the 2025 tax year.  (3) For the 2027 tax year and subsequent tax years:  (A)$125 per linear foot of Frontage for Taxable Commercial Space which is kept Vacant by any person during the tax year, but was not kept Vacant (B) $250 per linear foot of Frontage for Taxable Commercial Space which is kept Vacant by any person during two consecutive tax years; and  during the prior tax year;    (C)$500 per linear foot of Frontage for Taxable Commercial Space which isl kept Vacant by any person during the tax year, in all situations in which neither subsection (b)(3)(A) nor subsection (b)(3)(B) of this Section  applies.  (c) The Vacancy Tax shall be owed and payable by:  (1) the owner or owners oft the Taxable Commercial Space kept Vacant, provided (2) the lessee or lessees, and not the owner, of the Taxable Commercial Space kept Vacant, when that Taxable Commercial Space is leased but not subleased; and (3) the sublessee or sublessees, and not the owner or sublessor, oft the Taxable Commercial Space kept Vacant, ift that Taxable Commercial Space is subleased. Not more than one tax shall be imposed under this Section by reason ofr multiple liable owners, lessees, or sublessees. Ifthere are multiple liable owners, lessees, or sublessees, each such person shall be jointly and severally liable for the Vacancy Tax. (d). A person shall be liable for the Vacancy Tax only ifthat person has kept Vacant any Taxable Commercial Space during a tax year. A person shall be deemed to have kept Vacant a Taxable Commercial Space during a tax yeari ift that person and all Related Persons and Affiliates of that person, individually or collectively, have kept that Taxable (e) On January 1 of each year succeeding the first full year of the effective date of this Chapter, the amount of the Vacancy Tax shall be increased by the most recent change in the annual average of the Consumer Price Index ("CPI") for all urban consumers in the San franciscc-Oakland-San Jose areas, as published by the United States Govermment Bureau ofLabor Statistics. However, no CPI adjustment resulting in a decrease ofany tax  that the Taxable Commercial Space is unleased;  Commercial Space Vacant for more than 182 days in that tax year.  imposed by this subsection shall be made.  SEC. 5. EXEMPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS.  (a) For only so long as, and only to the extent that, the City is prohibited from imposing the Vacancy Tax, any person upon whom the City is prohibited under the Constitution or laws ofthe State of California or the Constitution or laws ofthe United States from imposing the Vacancy Tax shall be exempt from the Vacancy Tax.    (b). Any individual who has within the past eighteen (18) months became disabled to the degree that they qualify for federal or State disability income, shall be exempt from the  Vacancy Tax.  (c) The City shall be exempt from the Vacancy Tax.  (d) The City Council may exempt from the Vacancy Tax any person or class of persons  by duly enacted ordinance. SEC. 6. ADMINISTRATION.  The City Council is hereby authorized by the voters to enact any ofthe following additional (a). An ordinance prescribing procedures and rules for processing Vacancy Tax returns and (b) An ordinance prescribing procedures and rules for enforcement and collection of the (c) An ordinance which defines any word or phrase within this Vacancy Tax Ordinance (d) An ordinance exempting any person or class of persons from the Vacancy Tax.  ordinances, without submitting them to the voters for approval:  appeals;  Vacancy Tax, which may include fines and penalties; which may otherwise be unclear, ambiguous or vague; and  SEC. 7. REVENUE MEASURE. intended for regulation.  This Chapter is enacted solely to raise revenue for general municipal purposes, and is not  SEC. 8. SUSPENSION OF COLLECTION.  The City Council shall have authority to temporarily suspend collection of all or a portion of the tax imposed by this Chapter, by resolution unanimously approved by all five (5) members of the entire City Council. The City Council may at any time also repeal or supersede such resolution. However, the authority to levy the Vacancy Tax imposed by this Chapter shall not expire or otherwise terminate, unless terminated by a duly enacted ordinance which is approved at a regular meeting of, and by unanimous vote of all five (5)  oft the seats comprising the entire City Council. SEC.9.AMENDMENT OF ORDINANCE.  (a)1 The following amendments to this Chapter must be approved by the voters of the City: increasing the tax rate or revising the methodology for calculating the tax such that a tax    increase would result; imposing the tax upon activity ofa a nature not previously subject to the tax; or extending the effective date of this Chapter. Otherwise, the City Council is hereby authorized to and may amend this Chapter, by affirmative vote ofr not less than four (4) members of the City Council, without submitting the amendment to the voters for approval, provided that such ordinance amendment does not increase or decrease the tax rate approved by the voters. The People oft the City of Corcoran affirm that each and all of (1) The restoration of the rate of the tax to a rate which is no higher than the maximum allowed by this Chapter, if the City Council has acted to suspend or (2) An action which interprets or clarifies the methodology of the tax, or any definition applicable to the tax, sO long as interpretation or clarification (even if contrary to some priorir interpretation or clarification) is not inconsistent with thet text (3) The collection of the tax imposed by this Chapter, even if the City had, for (4) The establishment ofa a class of persons which are exempt or excepted from the tax or the discontinuation of any such exemption or exception (other than the discontinuation ofan exemption or exception specifically set forth in this Chapter); (5) The City Council's adoption of a resolution, as authorized by Section 8, to raise the tax rate, provided that the rate may not be increased to a rate which is  the following actions shall not constitute an increase of the rate ofa tax:  reduce the rate oft the tax;  ofthis Chapter;  some period oftime, failed to collect the tax;  or  higher than the maximum established in this Chapter.  SEC. 10. SEVERABILITY.  (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), if any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, portion or word of this Chapter, or any application thereof to any person or circumstance, is held tol bei invalid or unconstitutional by a decision ofacourt of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions or applications of this Chapter. The People of the of City hereby declare that, except as provided in subsection (b), they would have adopted this Chapter and each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase and word not declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any other portion ofthis Chapter or application (b) If the imposition of the Vacancy Tax in Section 4 is held in its entirety to be facially invalid or unconstitutional in a final court determination which cannot be appealed, the remainder of this Chapter shall be void and of no force and effect, and it shall be deemed  thereofwould be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional.  immediately repealed and removed from the municipal code.    SEC. .11.SAVINGS CLAUSE.  No section, clause, part or provision of this Chapter shall be construed as requiring the payment of any tax which would be in violation of the Constitution or laws of the United  States or oft the Constitution or laws oft the State of California.    BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE  CITY OF CORCORAN  IN THE MATTER OF: Resolution Calling City Election for Voter Approval ofVacancy Tax; and Specifications of the Election Order.  RESOLUTION NO. 4063  WHEREAS, approval of an excise tax on vacant or unoccupied commercial and residential spaces promotes the best use of real property and ensures that the City of Corcoran ("City") has more. local funding for vital City services which cannot be taken by the State, ensuring our tax dollars are spent locally for the benefit of residents of the City; WHEREAS, when a City seeks voter approval of a new local excise tax, Article XIIIC $2(b)ofthe California Constitution requires the election to be consolidated with the general municipal election for City Council members, except in cases in which a City  Council has unanimously declared that there is a fiscal emergency;  WHEREAS, commercial and residential vacancies occur when a property owners, landlords or other persons in control ofs such properties fail to actively market commercial land, storefronts or uninhabited residences to viable tenants and/or fail to offer the property  at a reasonable rate;  WHEREAS, prolonged vacancy of commercial and residential properties not only restricts orreduces the available supplyofcommercial land, buildings and housing, but can also decrease economic activity in the City, lead to blight and can increase the risk of structure fires when they become an attractive nuisance to unhoused individual;  WHEREAS, at a public meeting held on July 23, 2024 the City Council considered calling a municipal election to submit to the voters for approval, a proposed commercial and residential vacancy tax as authorized by California Government Code $ 37100.5;  WHEREAS, the statutory deadline to authorize submittal of said commercial and residential vacancy tax measure to the County of Kings's elections office is scheduled to expire on or about August 9, 2024 for the November 5, 2024 regular election date and the County's administrative deadline for submittal of relevant documentation is on or about  August 1,2 2024;  WHEREAS, the new excise tax would be imposed upon the privilege of keeping specified commercial and residential spaces vacant, unoccupied or uninhabited. The tax rate would be: $125 per square foot of the frontage ofs such spaces to each public right-of- way, ifthe space was not vacant the prior tax year; $250 per linear foot the frontage ofsuch  Page 1of6    spaces to each public right-of-way, ifthe space was kept vacant during two consecutive tax years; and $500 per linear foot of the frontage of such spaces to each public right-of-way ina all other situations. If enacted, the new excise tax would become collectable under a future enacted ordinance prescribing procedures and rules for enforcement and collection of the new excise tax, which may include fines and penalties. Collection of all or any portion ofthe tax could be temporarily suspended by a unanimous vote ofthe City Council. The tax would require approval of at least a majority of voters voting on the measure and approval of this resolution by at least two-thirds vote ofall members of the City Council; WHEREAS, based upon all of the information presented to the City Council as of the date of this resolution, both written and oral, including the staff reports, minutes and other relevant materials, the commercial and residential vacancy tax does not constitute a project under CEQA Guidelines 15060(c)(2), 15061(b)(3) and 15378(b)(2) and (4) and  therefore review under CEQA is not required; and  WHEREAS, on July 23, 2024, the City Council held a public meeting to consider placing a commercial and residential vacancy tax ordinance before the voters of the City  ofCorcoran at an election to be held on November 5, 2024. UPON MOTION OF COUNCIL MEMBER  SECONDED BY  COUNCIL MEMBER  THE FOLLOWING WAS PASSED, APPROVED,  AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL AT AN OFFICIAL MEETING JULY 23,  2024, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:  AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT:  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk  NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:  FOUND the foregoing recitals to be true and ORDERED that an election be held within the City of Corcoran on the 5th day of November, 2024, for the purpose of submitting to all voters within the City a ballot measure with the following specifications: 1. Pursuant to the California Constitution, Article XIIIC, $ 2(b), Government Code $ 53724 and Elections Code $ 9222, the City Council of the City of Corcoran hereby calls and orders an election at which it shall submit to the qualified voters of the  Page2of6    City, a measure relating to the adoption of a commercial and residential vacancy tax. This measure shall be designated by an alphabetical letter by the Kings County elections official or other qualified official, and the City Manager or designee shall 2. The ordinance imposing a commercial and residential vacancy tax to be approved and adopted by the voters is set forth in EXHIBIT A attached hereto and incorporated by this reference. The City Council hereby approves said ordinance, the form thereof, andi its submission to the voters oft the City at an election tol be held on November 5, 2024, as required by State law, subject to the approval ofar majority of the voters voting on the measure at the election called by the adoption of the instant resolution. The ordinance enacts a commercial and residential vacancy tax at the rate of: $125 per square foot of the frontage of such spaces to each public right-of-way, if the space was not vacant the prior tax year; $250 per linear foot the frontage of such spaces to each public right-of-way, if the space was kept vacant during two consecutive tax years; and $500 per linear foot of the frontage of such 3. Ina accordance with Elections Code $ 12111 and Government Code $ 6061, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause notice of the measure to be published once in a newspaper of general circulation, printed, published and/or circulated in the City of Corcoran and hereby designated for that purpose by the City Council of the City of Corcoran. The City Clerk may enlist the assistance of the County of Kings elections office to prepare and publish the required notice. 4. Pursuant to the requirements of the laws of the State of California relating to cities within said State, the following proposed measure ballot label shall be added to the ballot for the November 5, 2024, election and thereby submitted to the voters oft the  in writing request one or more alphabetical letter designations.  spaces to each public right-of-way in all other situations.  City:  Shall Ordinance 648 be adopted, authorizing a vacancy tax Yes on unused or unoccupied commercial spaces and uninhabited residences located within the City ofCorcoran, up to $500 per linear foot ofits frontage to each public right- of-way, generating undetermined revenue, potentially up to No  $120,000 annually until repealed?  5. The full text of the ballot label appearing in the preceding section shall be printed in the sample and final ballots but the full text of Ordinance No. 648 shall not be printed in the sample and final ballots and voter information guide. In compliance with Elections Code $ 9223, the City Clerk shall promptly print, certify and post in the Office oft the City Clerk and on the City's website, a copy ofOrdinance No. 648 and the ballot label appearing in the preceding section, and shall provide a copy of  them to any City voter upon request and free of charge.  Page 3 of6    6. The official ballot to be used at said election shall conform to the laws of the State 7. The City Council hereby requests and consents to the County of Kings elections official's consolidation of this election with other elections, if any, which may be held in whole or in part of the territory of the City, as provided in Elections Code 88 10400 et seq., on November 5, 2024, for the ease and convenience of the registered voters and to take advantage of any cost savings possible by such 8. The City Clerk may enlist the assistance oft the County of Kings elections official in regard to the said consolidated general municipal election, as the City Clerk deems 9. The City will reimburse the County of Kings for the actual cost incurred by the county elections official in conducting the municipal election upon receipt of an invoice stating the amount due as determined by the elections official in accordance with all applicable laws. The City Manager is authorized to sign an appropriate written agreement between the City and the County of Kings for that purpose, 10.The election shall be held and conducted as provided by law for holding municipal 11.The notice of the time and place ofholding the election is given and the City Clerk is directed to give further or additional notice of the election in the time, form and manner as required by law. The City Clerk may enlist the assistance of the County 12.The City Clerk is hereby directed to submit to the City Attorney a certified copy of the measure pursuant to Elections Code $ 9280. The City Attorney is hereby authorized and directed to prepare an impartial analysis of the ballot measure showing the effect of the measure on the existing law and operation oft the measure, said analysis to be submitted by the City Attorney to the County of] Kings elections office, or other appropriateoffice, forp printing by the date set by the County ofKings elections official for the filing of arguments for and against the measure. The analysis shall not exceed five hundred (500) words in length and shall otherwise comply in all respects with the applicable provisions ofthe Elections Code. 13.Ina accordance with the provisions of the Elections Code SS 9280 et seq., the Mayor or Mayor Pro Tempore or their designee from the City's staff is authorized and directed to submit an argument in support of the measure and a response to any  ofCalifornia with relation thereto.  consolidation.  reasonably necessary or convenient.  following review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.  elections.  ofKings elections office in regard to the same.  argument in opposition to the measure.  Page 4of6    14.The City Clerk in conjunction with the County of Kings election official shall fix and determine a date for submission of arguments for or against said measure, and 15.The election on the measure set forth in sections 2 and 4 oft this resolution shall be held and conducted, the votes canvassed and the returns made, and the results ascertained and determined as provided for herein. In all particulars not prescribed in this resolution, the election shall be held as prescribed in the Elections Code of the State of California, including but not limited to Elections Code $ 10262(a) pursuant to Elections Code S 10101 to the extent applicable. The Board of Supervisorsofthe County ofKings or other appropriate county officiali is authorized to canvas the returns of that election with respect to the votes cast in the City of Corcoran and certify the results to the City Council. At the next regular meeting of the City Council occurring after the returns ofthe election have been canvassed and the certification ofthe results to the City Council, the City Council shall cause to be 16.The City Manager or designee is hereby authorized and directed to expend the funds necessary and convenient to pay for the City's cost of placing the measure on the 17.The City Clerk is hereby ordered to certify the adoption ofthis resolution and to file copies hereof, SO certified, with the Clerk oft the Board of Supervisors of the County of Kings and with the elections official of the County of Kings, and to enter it into 18.Authorized the Mayor, City Manager, City Clerk and the respective city and county election officials to carry out the terms and conditions of this resolution and to take all steps reasonably necessary, proper and/or convenient and/or incidental thereto, including the signing ofa any updated version of this resolution which is reasonably necessary to conform to the requirements of the County of Kings and applicable  said date shall be posted in the Office of the City Clerk.  entered into its minutes a statement of the results oft the election.  election ballot.  the book of original resolutions; and  laws.  Page 5of6    CLERKS CERTIFICATE  City of Corcoran County of Kings State of California  I, Marlene Spain, City Clerk of the City of Corcoran, hereby certify that this is a full, true and correct copy of Resolution No. 4063 duly passed by the City Council of the City of Corcoran at a regular meeting thereofheld on the 23rd day ofJuly, 2024, by the vote as set forth therein.  DATED:  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk  Page 6of6    EXHIBITA ORDINANCE NO. 648  AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORCORAN IMPOSING A VACANCYTAX ON UNUSED OR UNOCCUPIED COMMERCIAL SPACES AND UNINHABITED  RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY  THE PEOPLE of the City of Corcoran do ordain as follows:  By adopting Resolution No. 4063 by a vote ofat least two-thirds vote ofall members of the City Council, the City Council authorized placing this Ordinance before the voters  of the City ofC Corcoran at the November 5, 2024 general election.  Section 1. PURPOSE. The provisions of this Ordinance are adopted to achieve A. To impose a tax upon the privilege of keeping vacant each taxable B. To specify the type of tax and rate of tax to be levied and the method of C. To comply with all requirements for imposition of a general tax, such tax to become operative only if submitted to the electorate and approved by a majority D. The provisions ofthis Ordinance are necessary to stimulate the rehabilitation of long-term retail and other commercial and residential vacancies, and to thereby reinvigorate neighborhoods and commercial corridors, and stabilize commercial rents,  the following purposes:  commercial and residential space within the City;  collection;  vote ofthe voters voting in an election on the issue; and  allowing new businesses to open and existing businesses to thrive. ofthe City ofCorcoran is added to read in its entirety as follows:  Section 2. CODE ADOPTION. Chapter 3-2E of" Title 3 of the Municipal Code  Chapter 3E-VACANCYTAX  3-2E-010. SHORT TITLE. AND CODIFICATION. 3-2E-020. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. 3-2E-030. DEFINITIONS. 3-2E-040. IMPOSITION OF TAX.  Page 1of11    3-2E-050. EXEMPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS. 3-2E-060. COLLECTION AND ADMINISTRATION. 3-2E-070. REVENUE MEASURE. 3-2E-080. SUSPENSION OF COLLECTION. 3-2E-090. AMENDMENT OF ORDINANCE. 3-2E-100. SEVERABILITY. 3-2E-110. SAVINGS CLAUSE.  3-2E-010. SHORT TITLE AND CODIFICATION.  This Chapter shall be known as the "Vacancy Tax Ordinance,": and the tax it imposes shall be known as the "Vacancy Tax." The City Clerk is authorized to codify this Chapter within Title 3 or any other' Title oft the municipal code ofthe City, and in SO doing may re-label its numbering to be consistent with  that utilized within such Title.  3-2E-020. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE.  (a) City's commercial districts prioritize street-level, customer-facing businesses as a means of stimulating a bustling, pedestrian-friendly urban environment. Retail and other commercial storefronts are the building blocks ofneighborhood vitality, encouraging people to stroll through City's streets, sidewalks, parks and other open spaces, and inviting them in. (b) City residents and visitors have an interest in preserving the vitality of commercial corridors in these districts. Vacant parcels and storefronts in otherwise vibrant commercial districts degrade the urban environment and reduce the quality of life in those neighborhoods, leading to blight and sometimes crime, particularly when storefronts and adjacent parcels remain empty or devoid ofcommercial activity for extended periods oftime. Further, the resulting blight negatively impacts other small businesses in the area by discouraging foot traffic and eroding the character and uniqueness of the (c)Retail and other commercial vacancies may occur when property owners are performing tenant improvements for prospective tenants, while actively seeking a new commercial tenant, or following a disaster requiring wholescale rehabilitation of a structure. These temporary vacancies reflecta a property owner's desire to maintain the active retail and other commercial storefront environment of City's commercial corridors and to continue  City's diverse neighborhoods and communities.  contributing to the surrounding community.  Page 2of11    (d) But in other instances, retail and other commercial vacancies occur when ap property owner or landlord fails to actively market a vacant retail and other commercial storefront to viable commercial tenants and/or fails to offer the property at a reasonable rate. Retail and other commercial vacancies may persist as property owners and landlords hold storefronts off of the market for extended periods of time or refuse to offer the space for a reasonable (e) Prolonged vacancy of residential housing not only restricts the supply of available housing units, but can also decrease economic activity in (f) A purpose of the Vacancy Tax is to stimulate the rehabilitation of long- term retail and other commercial and residential vacancies, and to thereby reinvigorate neighborhoods and commercial corridors, and stabilize commercial rents, allowing new businesses to open and existing businesses  market rate.  neighborhoods and leads to blight.  tot thrive.  3-2E-030. DEFINITIONS.  Except to the extent otherwise defined in ordinance, the terms used in this Chapter shall have the meanings given to them in Title 3 of the municipal code, as amended from time to time by the City Council. For purposes ofthis  Chapter, the following definitions shall apply:  (a) "Affiliate" means a person under common majority ownership or common control with any other person, whether that ownership or control is direct or indirect. An Affiliate includes but is not limited to a person that majority owns or controls any other person or a person that is majority owned  or controlled by any other person.  (b) "Building Permit Application Period" means the period following the date that an application for a building permit for repair, rehabilitation, or construction with respect to Taxable Commercial Space in al building or structure is filed with the City through the date the building official ofthe City grants or denies that application, but not to exceed one (1) year. Notwithstanding the preceding sentence, if more than one building permit application is filed by or on behalf of one or more persons in the Taxpayer's Group for the same Taxable Commercial Space, the Building Permit Application Period shall mean only the applicable period following the date the first application is filed with the City by or on behalfofanyone  in the Taxpayer's Group.  Page 3of11    (c) "Conditional Use Application Period" means the 183-day period following the date that a complete application for a conditional use permit for use of Taxable Commercial Space is filed with the City, except that if the Planning Commission does not grant or deny that application within 183 days, then the Conditional Use Application Period shall extend to and include December 31 of the same year in which the date 183rd day occurs. Notwithstanding the preceding sentence, if more than one complete conditional use permit application is filed by or on behalf of one or more persons in the Taxpayer's Group for the same Taxable Commercial Space, the Conditional Use Application Period shall mean only thea applicable period following the date when the first complete application is filed with the City  by oron behalfofanyone in the Taxpayer's Group.  (d) "Construction Period" means the one-year period following the date when the City issues a building permit for repair, rehabilitation or construction with respect to Taxable Commercial Space in a building or structure, provided that if the City issues multiple building permits to or for the benefit of one or more persons in the Taxpayer's Group for the same Taxable Commercial Space, the one-year Construction Period shall mean only the one-year period following the issuance of the first building permit  to or for the benefit of anyone in the' Taxpayer's Group.  (e) "Disaster Period" means the two-year period following the date that Taxable Commercial Space was severely damaged and made uninhabitable or unusable due to an unexpected fire, natural disaster or other  catastrophic event.  (f) "Frontage" means the number of linear feet of Taxable Commercial Space which is adjacent or tangent to a Public Right of Way,  rounded up to the nearest foot.  (g) "Public Right of Way" means each public alley, boulevard, court, lane, road, sidewalk, space, street, and way within the City, which are  under the permitingjurisdiction of the City.  (h) "Related Person" means a spouse or domestic partner, child, parent or sibling (these latter three relationships including biological, adoptive and "step" relationships; and the sibling relationship also including  half-siblings).  (i) "Residential Real Estate" means real property where the primary use of or right to use the property is for the purpose of dwelling,  Page 4 of11    sleeping or lodging, and such real property is owner-occupied as a primary or secondary residence, excluding each improvement thereon which is actively used as part of the business activity of accommodations. For purposes of this Chapter, "accommodations" includes hotels, motels, inns, bed-and-breakfast, hostels and other temporary dormitory facilities, and also single-family residences, multi-family residences, accessory dwelling unit, condominiums andi residential apartment units which are: not owner-occupied  as a primary or secondary residence.  () "Taxable Commercial Space" means the ground floor area of any building, structure or unimproved parçel, or the ground floor of any portion of a building, structure or unimproved parcel, where such floor area (1)isa adjacent or tangent to a Public Right of Way, (2) is located within any commercial or residential zoning district, as those districts exist on November 5, 2024 in the operative zoning ordinance of the City, and irrespective of whether those zoning districts are expanded, narrowed, re- labeledrenamed, eliminated, or otherwise modified by ordinance oft the City Council subsequent to that date, and (3) is not Residential Real Estate.  (k) Taxpayer's Group" with respect to each Taxable Commercial Space, means the taxpayer, any current or former co-owner or co-tenant of the taxpayer, and any Related Person or Affiliate of the taxpayer or the (I) "Tax Year" means the period from January 1 through (m) "Vacant" means unoccupied or unused for any business activity licensed by the City or, in the case of residentially zoned real property, uninhabited, for more than one-hundred eighty-three (183) days, whether consecutive or nonconsecutive, in a tax year. Notwithstanding the previous sentence, a person shall not be considered to have kept a building or structure Vacant during a Building Permit Application Period, Construction Period, Disaster Period and/or Conditional Use Application Period when such period is applicable to that particular person for that particular Taxable Commercial Space. In determining whether a person has kept Vacant any Taxable Commercial Space, those days within a Building Permit Application Period, Construction Period, Disaster Period, and Conditional Use Application Period shall be disregarded when such period is applicable to that particular person for that particular Taxable Commercial  taxpayer's current or former co-owner or co-tenant.  December 31.  Space.  3-2E-040. IMPOSITION OF TAX.  Page 5of11    (a) Except as otherwise provided in this Chapter, the City imposes an annual Vacancy Tax upon the privilege of keeping Vacant each Taxable  Commercial Space within the City.  (b) The Vacancy Tax in a tax year shall be as follows:  (1) For the 2025 tax year, $125 per linear foot ofFrontage.  (2) For the 2026 tax year, $125 per linear foot of Frontage for Taxable Commercial Space which was not kept Vacant in the 2025 tax year, and $250 per linear foot of Frontage for Taxable Commercial Space  which was kept Vacant in the 2025 tax year. (3) For the 2027 tax year and subsequent tax years:  (A) $125 per linear foot of Frontage for Taxable Commercial Space which is kept Vacant by any person during the tax year, but was not kept Vacant during the prior tax year; (B) $250 per linear foot of Frontage for Taxable Commercial Space which is kept Vacant by any person during two (C)$500 per linear foot of Frontage for Taxable Commercial Space which is kept Vacant by any person during the tax year, in all situations in which neither subsection (b)(3)(A) nor  consecutive tax years; and  subsection (b)(3)(B) of this Section applies.  (c) The Vacancy Tax shall be owed and payable by:  (1) the owner or owners of the Taxable Commercial Space kept Vacant, provided that the Taxable Commercial Space is unleased; (2) the lessee or lessees, and not the owner, of the Taxable Commercial Space kept Vacant, when that Taxable Commercial (3) the sublessee or sublessees, and not the owner or sublessor, ofthe Taxable Commercial Space kept Vacant, ifthat Taxable Commercial  Space is leased but not subleased; and  Space is subleased.  Page 6of11    Not more than one tax shall be imposed under this Section by reason of multiple liable owners, lessees, or sublessees. If there are multiple liable owners, lessees, or sublessees, each such person shall be jointly and severally (d) A person shall be liable for the Vacancy Tax only if that person has kept Vacant any Taxable Commercial Space during a tax year. A person shall be deemed to have kept Vacant a Taxable Commercial Space during a tax year if that person and all Related Persons and Affiliates of that person, individually or collectively, have kept that Taxable Commercial Space (e) On January 1 ofeach year succeeding the first full year of the effective date of this Chapter, the amount of the Vacancy Tax shall be increased by the most reçent change in the annual average of the Consumer Price Index ("CPI") for all urban consumers in the San ranciscc-Oakand-san Jose areas, as published by the United States Government Bureau of Labor Statistics. However, no CPI adjustment resulting in a decrease of any tax  liable for the Vacancy Tax.  Vacant for more than 183 days in that tax year.  imposed by this subsection shall be made. 3-2E-050. EXEMPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS.  (a) For only so long as, and only to the extent that, the City is prohibited from imposing the Vacancy Tax, any person upon whom the City is prohibited under the Constitution or laws of the State of California or the Constitution or laws ofthe United States from imposing the Vacancy Tax shall be exempt (b) Any individual who has within the past eighteen (18) months became disabled to the degree that they qualify for federal or State disability income,  from the Vacancy Tax.  shall be exempt from the Vacancy Tax.  (c) The City shall be exempt from the Vacancy Tax.  (d) The City Council may exempt from the Vacancy Tax any person or class  of persons by duly enacted ordinance.  3-2E-060. COLLECTION AND ADMINISTRATION.  The Vacancy Tax may be collected in the same manner as the City's business license tax except that the City Council is hereby authorized by the voters to enact any of the following additional ordinances, without submitting them to  the voters for approval:  Page 7of11    (a) An ordinance prescribing procedures and rules for processing Vacancy (b) An ordinance prescribing procedures and rules for enforcement and collection of the Vacancy Tax, which may include interest, fines and (c). An ordinance which defines any word or phrase within this Vacancy Tax Ordinance which may otherwise be unclear, ambiguous or vague; and (d) An ordinance exempting any person or class ofpersons from the Vacancy  Tax returns and appeals;  penalties;  Tax.  3-2E-070. REVENUE MEASURE. purposes, and is not intended for regulation. 3-2E-080. SUSPENSION OF COLLECTION.  This Chapter is enacted solely to raise revenue for general municipal  The City Council shall have authority to temporarily suspend collection of all or a portion ofthe tax imposed by this Chapter, by resolution unanimously approved by all five (5) members of the entire City Council. A majority of the City Council may at any time also repeal or supersede such resolution. However, the authority to levy the Vacancy Tax imposed by this Chapter shall not expire or otherwise terminate, unless terminated by a duly enacted ordinance which is approved at a regular meeting of, and by unanimous vote ofa all five (5) oft the seats comprising the entire City Council. 3-2E-090. AMENDMENT OF ORDINANCE.  (a) The following amendments to this Chapter must be approved by the voters of the City: increasing the tax rate or revising the methodology for calculating the tax such that a tax increase would result; imposing the tax upon activity of a nature not previously subject to the tax; or extending the effective date of this Chapter. Otherwise, the City Council is hereby authorized to and may amend this Chapter, by affirmative vote of not less than four (4) members of the City Council, without submitting the amendment to the voters for approval, provided that such ordinance amendment does not increase or decrease the tax rate approved by the voters. The People oft the City ofCorcoran affirm that each and all oft the following (1) The restoration of the rate of the tax to a rate which is no higher than the maximum allowed by this Chapter, if the City Council has acted to (2) An action which interprets or clarifies the methodology of the tax, or any definition applicable to the tax, sO long as interpretation or clarification  actions shall not constitute an increase of the rate ofa tax:  suspend or reduce the rate of the tax;  Page 8 of11    (even if contrary to some prior interpretation or clarification) is not (3) The collection of the tax imposed by this Chapter, even if the City (4) The establishment of a class of persons which are exempt or excepted from the tax or the discontinuation ofanys such exemption or exception (other than the discontinuation of an exemption or exception specifically set forth  inconsistent with the text ofthis Chapter;  had, for some period of time, failed to collect the tax; or  in this Chapter).  3-2E-100. SEVERABILITY.  (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), ifany section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, portion or word of this Chapter, or any application thereofto any person or circumstance, is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions or applications of this Chapter. The People of the of City hereby declare that, except as provided in subsection (b), they would have adopted this Chapter and each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase and word not declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any other portion of this Chapter or application thereof would be subsequently declared invalid or (b) Ift the imposition of the Vacancy Tax in Section 3-2E-040 is held in its entirety to be facially invalid or unconstitutional in a final court determination which cannot be appealed, the remainder ofthis Chapter shall be void and of no force and effect, and it shall be deemed immediately  unconstitutional.  repealed and removed from the municipal code. 3-2E-110. SAVINGS CLAUSE.  No section, clause, part or provision of this Chapter shall be construed as requiring the payment of any tax which would be in violation of the Constitution or laws ofthe United States or ofthe Constitution or laws ofthe  State ofCalifornia.  Section 3. CEQA REVIEW. The City Council hereby finds that this Ordinance is not subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines 15060(c)(2), 15061(b)(3) and 15378(b)(2) and (4). The City Manager (or designee) is hereby directed to ensure that a Notice of Exemption is filed pursuant to  CEQA Guidelines section 15062 [14 C.C.R. $ 15062].  Page 9 of11    Section 4. NO LIABILITY. The provisions of this Ordinance shall not in any way be construed as imposing any duty of care, liability or responsibility for damage to Person or property upon the City of Corcoran, or any official, employee or agent thereof.  Section 5. PENDING ACTIONS. Nothing in this Ordinance or in the codes hereby adopted shall be construed to affect any suit or proceeding pending or impending in any court, or any rights acquired, or liability incurred, or any cause or causes of action acquired or existing, under any act or Ordinance or code repealed by this Ordinance, nor shall any just or legal right or remedy ofany character be lost, impaired or affected by this Ordinance. Section 6. SEVERABILITY. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance, or its application to any person or circumstance, is for any reason held to be invalid or unenforceable, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases of this Ordinance, or its application to any other person or circumstance. The People and City Council of the City of Corcoran hereby declare that each would have adopted each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase hereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more other sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or  phrases hereofbe declared invalid or unenforceable.  Section 7. CONSTRUCTION. The People and the City Council intend this Ordinance to supplement, not to duplicate or contradict, applicable State and federal law and this Ordinance shall be construed in light oft that intent. To the extent the provisions of the Corcoran Municipal Code as amended by this Ordinance, ifa any, are substantially the same as provisions in the Corcoran Municipal Code existing prior to the effectiveness of this Ordinance, then those amended provisions shall be construed as continuations of the  earlier provisions and not as new enactments.  Section 8. EFFECTIVE DATE. Pursuant to Elections Code $ 9217, this Ordinance shall be deemed adopted on the date when the final vote is declared by the City Council and this Ordinance shall go into effect ten (10) days after that date, contingent  Page 10 of11    upon approval by a majority of the voters voting on the measure in the November 5, 2024  election.  Section 9. CERTIFIÇATION; PUBLICATION. Upon approval by the voters, the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause it to  be published according to law. Corcoran, State of California, on  THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was approved by the City Council ofthe City of  at a regular meeting of said Council duly  and regularly convened on said day by the following vote:  AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT:  JEANETTE ZAMORA-BRAGG, Mayor  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk  Page 11 of11    City of  CORCORAN  FOUNDEDI 1914  CITY ADMINISTRATION  STAFF REPORT ITEM #: 6-C  MEMO TO: FROM: DATE:  Corcoran City Council Greg Gatzka, City Manager July17,2024  MEETING DATE: July23, ,2024  SUBJECT: Unsheltered Population Outreach Services  Summary: January 22, 2023. Recommendation: individuals with services. Budget impact:  Renewal of the KCAO services for unsheltered individuals is necessary to support the City's continued implementation of the City's Anti-Encampment Ordinance that went into effect on  Consider. Authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Kings Community Action Organization (KCAO)top provide unsheltered population outreach supporti in Corcoran and connect  The City's adopted Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget allocated funding the City receives as part of four Nationwide Opioid Settlements for this purpose. The proposed KCAO services are an eligible expense under the various settlement agreements for Opioid Settlement related funds, and were utilized last fiscal year for the same. The proposed KCAO cost for this fiscal year is $55,000. The City's Anti-Encampment Ordinance was adopted on December 13, 2022, and Section 7-3-5 directs the City Manager to establish StaffA Assistance for Unsheltered Individuals. Thisisi intended to provide the necessary service support to assist unsheltered individuals with connections to shelter, housing, and other services such as mental health and drug addiction support. Kings Community Action Organization (KCAO) has an established local track record of integrated outreach services to connect people experiencing homelessness with services, and works closely with the Kings County Human Services Agency, Tulare-Kings Homeless Alliance and other non- profits. The proposed KCAO outreach services will be for a 12 month period and will support the City'sefforts to connect unsheltered individuals with housing navigation and other service support. This KCAO service can be covered through funds the City's receives related to four separate  Background:  opioid settlements. The proposal from KCAO is attached.  City Offices Phone 559-992-2151  832 Whitley  Corcoran, CA 93212  www.clyplcorcoran.com    KCAO  Proposal  to provide Supportive Services  to those experiencing Homelessness in the City of Corcoran  July 9,2024    Homelessness in Corcoran, CA Partnership with City of Corcoran  Homelessness in Kings County has been an increasing issue for many years. There has been some solutions created through partnerships with the Kings/Tulare Homeless Alliance, HUD, and local agencies providing services to the homeless. The solutions have included HUDI Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH), temporary emergency shelters, transitional housing, and building affordable housing. Thei issue of homelessness continues due to lack of enough affordable housing options and lack of funding to create enough options to house all individuals that are homeless. Below are: statistics from the 2022 Pointi in Time (PIT) Survey completed by the PIT team in Kings County. Although Corcoran is  included in the Kings County numbers there is no specific numbers identified.    Homelessness in Corcoran, CA Partnership with City of Corcoran  KINGS COUNTY  417 people experiencing homelessness 85 people are chronically homeless  2013-2023 PIT Trend  417 313  305 250  226 173 187 175 154 161  2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024  2013-2023 Chronically Homeless Trend  130  111  85 69  4  50 41  2012  2014  2016  2018  2020  2022  2024 08    Homelessness in Corcoran, CA Partnership with City of Corcoran  KINGS COUNTY  Length of Time Homeless  Household Composition  133  With Children 20%  Without Children 80%  64  <12Mo.  12+ Mo.  Barriers to Housing  30%  25%  2% HM/AIDS  Mental Disability  Substance Use  09    Homelessness in Corcoran, CA Partnership with City of Corcoran  KINGS COUNTY  310 80 27  27 People are veterans 159 People have a disability 13 Unaccompanied youth  People slept in an unsheltered location People slept in an emergency shelter People slept in transitional housing  Gender 1,Transgender, 4,Unknown  Age  Under 18 18-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65+  15  Male Female Transgender Gender Non- Conforming Unknown  67  183  85 75  229  21  Race Asian 0.48%  Ethnicity 1.68%  American Indian/ Alaskan Native - 4.32% Black/ African American Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander 0.48%  48.20%  16.55%  50.12% 65.23%  White Multiple Races a 3.36% Unknown  9.59%  Hispaniç/latinx Non-Hispanig/ating. Unknown  10    Homelessness in Corcoran, CA Partnership with City of Corcoran Problem Statement  Corcoran, CA has seen a dramatic increase in the number of chronically homeless int their community. The number ranges from 10-20 homeless individuals located throughout Corcoran. The City of Corcoran has been overcome by these homeless individuals using various spaces in the city as their home. These spaces have included city parks, vacant buildings, and open areas for tents and other structures. Community members report blatant drug use, property crimes, excess trash build-up, and disrespect for community property. The most obvious issues are related to illegal substance abuse, alcohol abuse, and mental illness. The Corcoran Police Department has needed to increase their daily resources as a response to complaints from community members. The homeless have been seen jumping over fences The City of Corcoran does not have a shelter to house the homeless and there are few assessable resources to help address the homelessness problem. There are 9 affordable housing apartment communities in Corcoran with a total of 272 income based units. There are 362 rent subsidized apartments that do not provide direct rental assistance but remain affordable to low income households in Corcoran. Onaverage, Section 8 Housing Choice vouchers pay Corcoran landlords $700 per month towards rent. The average voucher holder contributes $400 towards rent in Corcoran. The maximum amount a voucher would pay on behalf ofal low-income tenant in Corcoran, California forat two- bedroom apartment is between $1,158 and $1,416. There is currently a waiting list for these units and some that are on the Housing Authority waiting list have been on the list for years. This supports the An additional issue includes that these homeless may have no income, may receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security (SSA), or both. They may have evictions on record, arrest record, and poor credit. All these issues represent a disadvantage for the homeless trying to obtain housing, The problem is deep rooted with complex variables that affect the current homelessness issue in  into nearby homes and returning with unopened packages.  fact that there is a need to create additional affordable housing units.  nearly impossible on their own and without assistance.  Corcoran and without sufficient support the problem will noti improve.  Proposal  Kings Community Action Organization has a long history of working with individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Currently we operate three PSH projects (Hope Survives, Anchors II, and Anchors IV), provide case management for the Salvation Army's Rapid Rehousing project in Kings and Tulare Counties, manage the Sunrise Apartments (currently converting to affordable housing), and the Barbara Saville Shelter whose emphasis is on victims of domestic violence. We also partner with other agencies on homeless issues and maintain key roles in several homeless collaboratives. We propose the  following: 1.  Maintain an outreach team that is mobile and able to address the emotional health, mental health, physical health, and housing needs of the homeless in Corcoran. This team should include KCAO, either Kings County Behavioral Health or Kings' View, Champions Recovery, Adventist Health or Family Healthcare Network, Kings County Health and Human Services, and  the Faith based community. KCAO will be the lead agency.    Homelessness in Corcoran, CA Partnership with City of Corcoran  2.  Administer the Adverse Childhood Experiences questionnaire to each homeless individual and begin a conversation about how their experiences may bei impacting their current lifestyle and situation. The purpose is to begin establishing a relationship with each homeless individual. Dr. Bruce Perry, an expert in trauma, resilience, and relationship, in his book, What Happened to "Ves, I'm very concerned about poverty of relationships in modern society. In our work, we find the best predictor ofy your current mental health is your current "relational health", or connectedness. This connectedness is fueled by two things: the basic capabilities you've developed to form and maintain relationships, and the relational "opportunities" you have in "Simply put, modern life provides fewer opportunities for relational interactions. Ina multifamily, multigenerational environment, the continuous social interactions provide a rich source of regulation, reward and learning. And that's how we used to live... In 2006, only 8% of households had five or more people; 60% had two or fewer. In a recent survey of selected urban communities in the US, Europe and. Japan, up to 60% of all households were just one person." "Add to this the impact of screen time. At home, at work, at school, we spend hours and hours ini front ofas screen-on average, over: 11 hours a day. We are having far fewer family meals; are conversational skills are fading. The art of storytelling and the capacity to listen are on the decline. The result is a more: self-absorbed, more anxious, more depressed-and less resilient- "Disconnection and loneliness in our society are playing a major role in the increased anxiety, "A recent study by a team at Harvard found that of all the factors involved in depression, the most powerful were related to connectedness: "The protective effects of social connection were present even for individuals who were at higher risk of depression as a result of genetic vulnerability or early life trauma." Certainly, our work supports that observation. One of our major findings is that in determining someone's current mental health, the history of their childhood relational health-their connectedness--is: as important as, ifnot more important than, their history of adversity. And for children and youth experiencing trauma, the best predictor of their current mental health functioning is their current connectedness." Iti is important to build relationships with each person that is homeless sO they trust us to help Mobilize the Outreach Team on a weekly basis more often as needed, to meet with the homeless individuals, establish relationships, develop plans, and work toward housing and improved emotional, mental, and physical well-being. The Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) will be utilized to identify the individual's homeless in Corcoran. HMIS will allow the outreach team to view each person's history as it relates to homelessness, housing, and services rendered by local service providers or service providers from other counties. If individuals are not located in the HMIS, and they agree to an assessment, a Vulnerability Index Service Prioritization Decision Assistance Tool (VI-SPDAT) will be administered to determine the  You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing, quotes,  your family neighborhood school and so forth."  population."  sleep problems, substance use, and depression we're seeing."  them. Iti is critical to the work we all do.  3.    Homelessness in Corcoran, CA Partnership with City of Corcoran  level of housing they qualify. Ifindividuals indicate they want to be relocated to a home city or  with family, they will be afforded that opportunity.  4.  Provide monthly report to the City of Corcoran to review progress.  Budget (12 months) Personnel  IPSS Director (oversight and reporting)- 1% of Salary IPSS Assistant Director (Supervision of staff) 2% ofs salary Program Manager (Outreach Team Leader)- 10% of Salary Case Manager (Outreach Team Support)- .25FTE  $1,259.00 $2,057.00 $9,359.00 $13,663.00 $8,428.00 $250.00 $150.00 $1,000.00 $1,638.00 $12,196 $5,000 $55,000  Fringe- 32% of Salaries Telephone  Office Supplies (documentation, ACES questionnaire, etc)  Vehicle Expenses (Fuel, repair, license, etc) Client Support (Misc Expenses) Indirect 10% TOTAL BUDGET Goals 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.  Mileage (Outreach Team, Client Transport, 2500 miles x 65.5 cents/mi)  Identify the Outreach Team players and create a plan to do outreach. they are currently evaluated and in the Coordinated Entry System.  Identify who the homeless population is that resides in Corcoran, CA by determining whether Administer the Adverse Childhood Experiences Questionnaire to each homeless individual and review the results with each individual. This will begin the process of developing relationships. Develop case plans with each individual that will address emotional well-being, mental health, Reduce the number of homeless residing in Corcoran by connecting them with resources and  physical health, and housing.  providing ongoing connection and case intervention.    City of  CORCORAN  FOUNDED 1914  CITY ADMINISTRATION  STAFF REPORT ITEM #: 6-D  MEMO TO: FROM: DATE:  Corcoran City Council Greg Gatzka, City Manager July 17,2024  MEETING DATE: July 23, 2024  SUBJECT: Minimum Wage Initiative  Summary: ballot.  Informational Item on the Minimum Wage Initiative that has qualified for the November 5, 2024  Recommendation: None. Informational item only. Budget impact:  None with this item. However, ifa adopted could result in a minimum wage increase on January 1, 2025 that would affect five (5) city job classifications for minimum wage adjustment, and 3 Exempt management positions that are required to be paid at least twice the minimum wage. Initiative No. 21-0020 A1 is qualified for the November 5, 2024 general election. Adoption of this initiative would result int the State's minimum wage increasing to $18/hour on January 1,2025 for businesses (including the City) with 26 or more employees. The City Manager will be monitoring the election results and be prepared to present a salary adjustment for the Council's consideration ifapproved by voters. At a minimum, the following. job classifications would need  Background:  tol be adjusted as they would no longer meet minimum wage:  Account Clerk Transit OperatorI Exempt management  Maintenance WorkerI WWTP Operator in Training  Records Clerk I  Assistant Building Official Communications & Records Manager Utilities Superintendent  Attachment: Secretary of the State approved Initiative 21-0043A1  City Offices Phone 559-992-2151  832 Whitley  Corcoran, CA 93212  wclyotcorcoran.com    State  Timta - A  SA  SECRETARY OF STATE  June 27,2024  TO: ALL COUNTY CLERKSREGISTRARS OF VOTERS AND PROPONENT (CCROV 24129) Pursuant to Section 9033(b)(2) oft the Elections Code, I hereby certify that RAISES MINIMUM WAGE. INITIATIVE STATUTE. (#1936) is qualified for thel November 5, 2024, General RAISES MINIMUM WAGE. INITIATIVE STATUTE. Existing law requires annual increases to California's minimum wage until it has reached $15.00 per hour for all businesses on January 1, 2023. This measure extends these annual increases ($1.00 per year) until minimum wage- currently, $15.00 per hour for businesses with 26 or more employees, and $14.00 per hour for smaller businesses--reaches $18.00 per hour. Thereafter, as existing law requires, the minimum wage will annually adjust for inflation. Inj periods of decreased economic activity, or General Fund deficit, the Governor may suspend annual increase up to two times, thereby extending timeline for reaching $18.00 per hour. Summary of estimate by Legislative Analyst and Director of Finance of fiscal impact on state and local governments: Unclear change in annual state and local tax revenues, likely between a loss of a couple billion dollars and a gain ofa few hundred million dollars. Increase in annual state and local government costs likely between half: a billion  Election.  dollars and a few billion dollars. (21-0043A1.)  IN WITNESS WHEREOF, II hereunto set my hand and affix the Great Seal ofthe State ofCalifornia g  this 27th day gfJune, 2024,  Sgéretary offtate    21-0043 Amdt.# I  January5,2022  HAND DELIVERED AnabelRenteria, Initiative Coordinator Office ofthe. Attorney General 13001Street, 17th Floor Sacramento, CA 95814  RECEIVED JAN 072022 NITAIVECOORDINAIOR ATOBMEYORKRAISORCE  Re:  Initiative No. 21.022-Fintamendment  Dear Ms. Renteria:  Pursuant to Elections Code Section 9002(b), enclosed please find an amendment to Initiative Number 21-0043,also known as the "Living Wage Actof2022." The amendments are reasonably germane to the theme, purpose, or subjectofthe: initiative measureas Iam the proponentofthe: measure and requestthatthe. Attorney Generalpreparea circulating title and summary ofthe amended measure. as provided byl law. Should you have any questions or require adaltonalinformation, please directany  originally proposed.  inquiries or correspondence to:  George M.Yin Kaufman Legal Group,APC 777 South Figueroa Street Suite 4050 Los Angeles,CA90017 t213-452-6565  E-mail: ymeaufmaneplgoupeon  Thankyou: in advance foryour attention to this matter.  Verytrulyyours,  CP  Joe Sanberg Initiative Proponent    21-0043 Amdt. #1  THE LIVING WAGE. ACT OF2022 [Amended Version]  Thisi initiative measure is submitted to the people in accordance with the provisions of Article II, Thisi initiative measure amends and adds sections to the Labor Code; therefore, existing provisions proposed to be deleted are printed in strikeout type and new provisions proposed to be  Section 8, ofthe California Constitution.  added are printed in italic type to indicate that they are: new.  SEC. 1. Name.  This act shall be known as the Living Wage Act of2022.  SEC. 2. Findings and Purpose.  The People of California find and declare that:  (a) The purpose ofThe Living Wage Act of2022 ("the Act") is to ensure that workers receive (b) To achieve this purpose, The Living Wage Act of2022 will increase the California minimum wage to $18 per hour by 2025 and in each year thereafter the minimum wage willl be adjusted to (c) For more than 12 years, the federal minimum wage has been stuck at $7.25. Ifit had increased at the rate of productivity growth since 1960, it would be $24 right now.  wages that will financially support them and their families.  keep pace with the cost ofliving in California.  (d) Many working Californians, including essential workers, parents and seniors, have full-time jobs yet struggle to make ends meet. The minimum wage. has not kept pace with the cost of (e)California currently has the eighth highest income inequality among all fifty U.S. states and (f) The most recent available data, which does not include the effects of COVID-19, shows that more than 6.3 million Californians lack enough resources to meet their basic needs. More than a third of Californians are living in or near poverty. The large majority of California's low-wage workers are adults, not teens. The average age for low-wage workers is 36, compared to 40: for all workers, 46 percent ofl low-wage workers have children, and 40 percent are married. Californians cannot support a family on the current minimum wage of$15 per hour, or $31,200 (g) Despite being employed full-time, Californians who are paid the current minimum wage often must rely on the State's social safety net to meet their basic needs. Californians' wages are not keeping up with inflation or our state's rising cost ofliving. Research finds that a single  living and is worth less today than it was 50 years ago.  Washington, D.C., which is forcing many working households into poverty.  per year, for people working full time.    parent livingi in California with two children would need to make $50 per hour to get by, but our (h) The purchasing power oft the minimum wage will continue to erode ifiti is not adjusted yearly (1) Raising the minimum wage will increase the earnings of many Medi-Cal recipients, making them eligible for federal subsidies on California's health benefit exchange, saving the State G) Californians working in a wide variety ofjobs and industries are paid the minimum wage, and itis the goal oft this Act toj protect all such workers, regardless ofwhether they are employed by (k) Income inequality, a growing population of working poor, and wage stagnation in California create strongjustification for boosting income-support for working households struggling to  state's minimum wage is only $15 per hour. to reflect increases in the cost ofliving.  millions of dollars a year in Medi-Cal costs.  single, multiple, orj joint employers.  meet basic needs.  SEC3. Section 1182.12 of thel Labor Code is amended, to read:  $1 1182.12. Minimum wage  (a)Notwithstanding any other provision of this part, on and after. July 1, 2014, the minimum wage: for all industries shall be not less than nine dollars ($9) per hour, and on and after. January 1,2016, the minimum wage for all industries shall be notl less than ten dollars ($10) per hour. ()Notwithstanding subdivision (a), the minimum wage for all industries shall not be less than the amounts set forth in this subdivision, except when the scheduled increases inj paragraphs (1) (1)F For any employer who employs 26 or more employees, the minimum wage shall be as (A)F From January 1,2017, to December 31,2017, inclusive,- -ten dollars and fifty cents ($10.50) (B)F From January 1, 2018, to December 31, 2018, inclusive,-eleven dollars ($11) per hour. (C) From January 1,2 2019, to Deçember 31,2019, inclusive,--twelve dollars ($12) per hour. (D) From January 1, 2020, to December 31, 2020, inclusive,-thirteen dollars ($13) per hour. (E) From January 1, 2021, to. December 31, 2021, inclusive,-fourteen dollars ($14) per hour. (F) From January 1,2022, and-unti-adusiedbysabdivision-e) to December 31, 2022,  and (2) are temporarily suspended under subdivision (d).  follows: per hour.  inclusive--fifteen dollars ($15) per hour.    (G) From. January 1, 2023 to. December 31, 2023, inclusive,-sixteen dollars ($16). per hour: (H) From. January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024, inclusive,-seventeen dollars (S17)per hour. (). From. January 1, 2025, and until adjustedb bys subdivision (c)-eighteen dollars (S18). per (2) For any employer who employs 25 or fewer employees, the minimum wage shall be as (A) From January 1, 2018, to December 31, 2018,inclusive,-ten dollars and fifty cents ($10.50) (B) From January 1,2019, to December 31,2019,inclusive, eleven dollars ($11)p per hour. (C) From January 1, 2020, to December 31, 2020, inclusive, -twelve dollars ($12) per hour. (D) From January 1,2021, to December 1,2,malusiver-tinen dollars ($13) per hour. (E) From January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2022, inclusive,--fourteen dollars ($14) per hour, (F) From January 1, 2023, RARE-NERy-8beMBi9Re)0 December 31, 2023,  hour. follows: per hour.  inclusive--fifteen dollars ($15) per hour.  (G). From. January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, inclusive,-sixteen dollars ($16) per hour. (H) From January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, inchsive,-seventeen dollars (817). per hour. (1). From January 1, 2026, and until adjusted by subdivision (c)-eighteen dollars (S18) per (3) For purposes oft this subdivision, "employer" means any person who directly or indirectly, or through an agent or any other person, employs or exercises control over the wages, hours, or working conditions of any person. For purposes of this subdivision, "employer"includes: the (4) Employees who are treated as employed by a single qualified taxpayer under subdivision (h) of Section 23626 oft the Revenue and' Taxation Code, as iti read on the effective date ofthis section, shall be considered employees oft that taxpayer for purposes of this subdivision. (C)()Following the implementation of the minimum wage increase specified in subparagraph  () ofparagraph (2) ofsubdivision (b), on or before August 1 oft that year, and on or before each. August I thereafter, the Director of Finance shall calculate an adjusted minimum wage. The calculation shall increase the minimum wage by the lesser of3.5 percent and the rate of change in the averages oft the most recent. July 1 to. June 30, inclusive, period over the preceding July 1 to. June 30, inclusive, period for the United States Bureau ofLabor Statistics nonseasonally  hour.  state, political subdivisions ofthe state, and municipalities.    adjusted United States Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (U.S. CPI-W). The result shall be rounded to the nearest ten cents ($0.10). Each adjusted minimum wage increase calculated under this subdivision shall take effect on the following (2)Ift the rate of change in the averages oft the most recent July 1 to June 30, inclusive, period over the preceding July 1 to June 30, inclusive, period for the United States Bureau ofLabor Statistics nonseasonally adjusted U.S. CPI-W is negative, there shall be no increase or decrease in the minimum wage pursuant to this subdivision on the following January 1. O)(A)Notwithstanding the implementation timing described in paragraph (1)ofti this subdivision, if the rate of change in the averages oft the most recent July 1 to June 30, inclusive, period over the preceding July 1 to June 30, inclusive, period for the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics nonseasonally adjusted U.S. CPI-W exceeds 7 percent in the first year that the minimum wage specified in subparagraph (F(4) of paragraph (1) ofs subdivision (b) is implemented, the indexing provisions described in paragraph (1) oft this subdivision shall be implemented immediately, such that the indexing will be effective on the following January 1. (B) If the rate of change in the averages of the most recent July 1 to June 30, inclusive, period over the preceding July 1 to June 30, inclusive, period for the United States Bureau ofLabor Statistics nonseasonally adjusted U.S. CPI-W exceeds 7 percent in the first year that the minimum wage specified in subparagraph (F9() ofparagraph (1) ofs subdivision (b)is implemented, notwithstanding any other law, for employers with 25 or fewer employees the minimum wage shall be set equal to the minimum wage for employers with 26 or more employees, effective on the following January 1, and the minimum wage increase specified in subparagraph (9() ofparagraph (2)ofsubdivision (b) shall be considered to have been  January 1.  implemented for purposes oft this subdivision.  (d)(1) On or before July 28, 2017, and on or before every July 28 thereafter until the minimum wage is RhendelaiSaghen dollars ($18) per hour pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (b), to ensure that economic conditions can support a minimum wage increase, the Director of Finance shall annually make a determination and certify to the Governor and the (A)Total nonfarm employment for California, seasonally adjusted, decreased over the three- month period from April to June, inclusive, prior to the. July 28 determination. This calculation shall compare seasonally adjusted total nonfarm employment in June to seasonally adjusted total nonfarm employment in March, as reported by the Employment Development Department. (B)Total nonfarm employment for California, seasonally adjusted, decreased over the six-month period from January to June, inclusive, prior to the July 28 determination. This calculation shall compare seasonally adjusted total nonfarm employment in June to seasonally adjusted total nonfarm employment in December, as reported by the Employment Development Department. (C) Retail sales and use tax cash receipts from a 3.9375-percent tax rate for the July 1 to June 30, inclusive, period ending one month prior to the July 28 determination is less than retail sales and  Legislature whether each of the following conditions is met:    use tax cash receipts from a 3.9375-percent tax rate for the. July 1 to June 30, inclusive, period ending 13: months prior to the. July 28 determination. The calculation for the condition specified () The State Board of] Equalization shall publish by the 10th of each month on its Internet Web site the total retail sales (sales before adjustments) for the prior month derived from their daily (ii) The State Board ofl Equalization shall publish by the 10th of each month on: its Internet Web site the monthly factor required to convert the prior month's retail sales and use tax total from all (iii) The Department ofl Finance shall multiply the monthly total from clause (i) by the monthly (iv) The Department ofFinance shall sum the monthly totals calculated in clause (iii) to calculate the 12-month July 1 to June 30, inclusive, totals needed for the comparison in this subparagraph. (2)(A) On or before July 28, 2017, and on or before every July 28 thereafter until the minimum wage is endelmeisagheen dollars (818) per hour pursuant to paragraph (1)o of subdivision (b), to ensure that the state General Fund fiscal condition can support the next scheduled minimum wage increase, the Director of] Finance shall annually make a determination and certify to the Governor and the Legislature whether the state General Fund would be in a deficit in the current fiscal year, ori in either oft the following two fiscal years. (B) For purposes oft this subdivision, deficit is defined as a negative balance in the Special Fund for Economic Uncertainties, as provided fori in Section 16418 ofthe Government Code, that exceeds, in absolute value, 1 percent oft total state General Fund revenue and transfers, based on the most recent Department ofl Finance estimates required by Section 12.5 of Article. IV ofthe California Constitution. For purposes of this subdivision, the estimates shall include the assumption that only the minimum wagei increases scheduled for the following calendar year (3)(A) ()If, for any year, the condition in either subparagraph (A) or (B) ofp paragraph (1)is met, and ift the condition in subparagraph (C) ofp paragraph (1) isi met, the Governor may, on or before August 1 oft that year, notify thel Legislature ofa an initial determination to temporarily suspend the minimum wage increases scheduled pursuant to subdivision (b): for the: following (ii) Ift the Director of Finance certifies under paragraph (2) that the state General Fund would be in a deficit in the current fiscal year, ori in either of the following two fiscal years, the Governor may, on or before August 1 of that fiscal year, notify the Legislature of an initial determination tot temporarily suspend the minimum wage increases scheduled pursuant to subdivision (b) for  in this subparagraph shall be made as follows:  retail sales and use tax reports.  tax rates to a retail sales and use tax total from a3 3.9375-percent tax rate.  factor from clause (i) for each month.  pursuant to subdivision (b) will bei implemented.  year,  the following year.    (B) Ifthe Governor provides notice to the Legislature pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Governor shall, on September 1 ofany such year, make a final determination whether to temporarily suspend the minimum wage increases scheduled pursuant to subdivision (b) for the followingyear. The determination to temporarily suspend the minimum wage increases scheduled pursuant to subdivision (b) for the following year shall be made by proclamation. (C) The Governor may temporarily suspend scheduled minimum wage increases pursuant to (D) Ifthe Governor makes a final determination to temporarily suspend the scheduled minimum wage increases pursuant to subdivision (b) for the following year, all dates specified in subdivision (b) that are subsequent to the September 1 final determination date shall be  clause G)ofsubparagraph (A) no more than two times.  postponed by an additional year. SEC. 4. Amendment.  Pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 10 of Article II of the California Constitution, this Act may be amended by a subsequent measure submitted to a vote of the people at a statewide election. This Act may also be amended by a two-thirds vote of each house of the Legislature. However, this Act may be amended to adopt an increase to the state minimum wage at rates that are higher than those specified herein on its effective date by a majority vote of each house ofthe  Legislature. SEC 5. Severability.  Iti is the intent of the People that the provisions of this Act are severable and that if any provision ofthis Act, or the application thereof to any person or circumstance, is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect any other provision or application of this Act that can be given effect  without the invalid provision or application.    City of  CORCORAN  FOUNDED 1914  CITY ADMINISTRATION  STAFF REPORT ITEM 1 #: 6-E  MEMO TO: FROM: DATE:  Corcoran City Council Greg Gatzka, City Manager July 19,2024  MEETING DATE: July y23,2024  SUBJECT: City Manager Signing Authority  Summary:  In carrying out routine and general city business, on occasion the City Manager must provide evidence of signing authority for property lease renewals, and State property transactions. Consider adopting Resolution No. 4064 authorizing the City Manager to have signing authority for property lease renewals and State property transactions and easements related to the High  Recommendation: Speed Rail project. Budget impact: None with this item. Background:  The City Manager in conducting routine and general city business transactions related to City property lease renewals, and property transactions with the California High Speed Rail Authority, occasionally is required to provide documented evidence of signing authority on behalfofthe City. As these types of transactions are generally consistent with the same terms and conditions of an already existing agreement, or defined by an established State approved project, they can be streamlined by allowing the City Manager to have an authorized resolution. This will only be used in limited circumstances whereby the transaction needs documented proof of City Manager's signing authority and is already predefined by previous approval of matters of mutual benefit to the City and other party. All other non-routine agreements and property transactions will follow the best management practice of coordinated review with the City Attorney and when needed formal approval by the Corcoran City Council. Currently, the one cellular tower related property lease renewal needs documented signing authority as well as ongoing easement and property  transactions with the California High Speed Rail Authority.  City Offices Phone 559-992-2151  832 Whitley  Corcoran, CA 93212  wwdlyotoromncagon    RESOLUTION NO. 4064  A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORCORAN, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO HAVE SIGNING AUTHORITY FOR PROPERTY LEASE RENEWALS AND PROPERTYTRANACTIONS INVOLVINGTHE CALIFORNIA HIGH SPEED RAIL AUTHORITY  WHEREAS, the City of Corcoran in the conduct of general city business may need to renew and/or extend third party lease agreements on City property for the mutual benefit ofboth  parties; and  WHEREAS, some City property lease agreements require for their recorded documents a Council resolution demonstrating the City Manager is an authorized agent and signing authority WHEREAS, the State's s approved Califoria High Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA)project that traverses city limits necessitate the mutually beneficial acquisition, transfer, and alteration of WHEREAS, CHSRA project contractors for easements, lease agreements, land acquisition and other State and City property transactions at times require documented evidence  for such agreements; and  easements and property; and  oft the City Manager's signing authority; and  WHEREAS, these types of City related business matters are generally routine in nature based upon previously approved terms and conditions, and or past approval processes and can be expedited by the City Manager through a signing authority resolution for these types of limited  circumstances.  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Corcoran City Council authorizes the City Manager to have signing authority on behalfoft the City of Corcoran for the purposes of: 1. Approval of property lease renewals that are substantially the same as terms and conditions previously approved, and or approved to form by the City Attorney. 2. Approval of City related easement, property leases, property transfers, property acquisition, and or any other property transactions between the City of Corcoran and CHSRA that is associated with a CHSRA approved project, and for the mutual benefit PASSED AND ADOPTED at a meeting oft the City Council oft the City ofCorcoran duly called and held on the 23rd day ofJuly 2024, by the following vote oft the members thereof:  ofboth parties.  AYES: NOES:    ABSENT:  APPROVED:  Jeanette Zamora-Bragg, Mayor  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk  2    CLERKS CERTIFICATE  City ofCorcoran County ofl Kings State of California )  J ss.  I, Marlene Spain, hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true and correct copy ofai resolution passed and adopted by the City Council of the City ofCorcoran at a regular meeting held on the 23rd  day of July 2024 by the vote as set forth therein.  DATED: July 23, 2024 ATTEST: Marlene Spain City Clerk  [seal]  3    City of  CORCORAN  FOUNDED 1914 STAFF REPORT ITEM #: 6-F  AI MUNICIPAL CORPORATION  MEMORANDUM  TO: FROM: DATE:  Corcoran City Council  Valerie Bega, Transit and Grant Manager  7/12/2024  MEETING DATE: 7/23/2024  SUBJECT: CAT's Zero Emission Vehicle Rollout and Implementation Plan  RECOMMENDATION: (Voice Vote) Vehicle Rollout and Implementation Plan.  Adopt Resolution No: 4062 approving and adopting Corcoran Area Transit's Zero Emission  DISCUSSION:  On. June 27, 2023, staff presented Resolution # 4013, Zero Emission Bus (ZEB) Rollout Plan to comply with the state: requirement for small transit agencies to submit an adopted plan to California Air Resources Board (CARB) by June 30, 2023. The transit agencies that did: not comply with the Zero Emission Bus Rollout Plan were at risk ofl losing grant funding  opportunities.  The ZEBI Rollout Plan has been updated and is now the Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Rollout and Implementation Plan which describes how Corcoran Area Transit (CAT) plans to achieve a full transition to: zero emission vehicle/bus technologies. Including information on the types of zero emission vehicles/buses to be purchased, their purchase schedule, a schedule of related The CARB Innovative Clean Transit (ICT) regulation requires each transit agency to begin 25% oftotal vehicles/bus purchases additionally, by 2029, 100% of vehicles/bus purchases must be ZEVS. The ZEV Rollout Plani is a living document that is intended to provide a practical framework for CAT to deploy and transition to a full ZEV fleet and may be updated as needed  infrastructure build-out, potential funding sources and training plans.  purchasing ZEVs by 2026, as  based on changes in funding, services, and vehicle technology.  City Offices:  832 Whitley Avenue  Corcoran, CA 93212 Phone 559.992.2151  www.cityofcorcorcoran.ca.gov    The Kings County Association of Governments (KCAG) executed an agreement with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. (Stantec) to prepare CAT's ZEV Rollout and Implementation Plan. Since execution of an agreement with Stantec, their staff1 has been working with City staff on the development ofthe ZEV Rollout and Implementation Plan. To create CAT's ZEV Rollout Plan, Stantec staff looked at CAT's fleet size, facility, service delivery, and future plans. The ZEV Rollout Plan can be updated and revised as many times needed due to varying circumstances that would affect a transit agency's procurement ofZEVS. To account for circumstances beyond a transit agency's control that may impact its ability to comply with ICT regulations, the mandate laid out specific provisions for exemptions. Exemptions are: ifthe required ZEV type is unavailable; ifdaily mileage needs cannot be met; if gradeability cannot be met; ifthere are delays in infrastructure construction; if financial emergency is declared by the transit agency; and in circumstances where incremental capital or electricity costs for charging cannot be offset after applying for all available funding and incentive opportunities.  BUDGET IMPACT:  There is no fiscal impact specific to the ZEV Rollout and Implementation Plan; however, it is recognized that conversion to a: zero-emission fleet will have future fiscal impacts due to electric  charging infrastructure requirements and higher vehicle costs.  ATTACHMENTS:  Resolution No. 4062; Corcoran Area Transit Innovative Clean Transit (ICT). Zero Emission  Vehicle Rollout and Implementation Plan.  City Offices:  832 Whitley Avenue  Corcoran, CA 93212 Phone 559.992.2151  www.cityofcorcorcoran.ca.gov    City of  CORCORAN  FOUNDED 1914  A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION  RESOLUTION NO. 4062  A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORCORAN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ZERO  EMISSION VEHICLE ROLLOUT AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN  WHEREAS, the State of California continues to adopt climate, energy and  transportation goals, policies, and programs to improve air quality, by reducing greenhouse gas  emissions; and  WHEREAS, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) adopted the Innovative Clean WHEREAS, the ICT regulations requires all small transit agencies in the State of California to begin to purchase zero emission vehicles/buses as soon as 2026, with the goal of transitioning all transit vehicles in California to zero emission technology by 2040; and  Transit (ICT) regulations on December 14, 2018; and  WHEREAS, each transit agency must submit a rollout plan under the regulation demonstrating how it plans to purchase zero emission vehicles/buses, build out necessary  infrastructure, and train the required workforces; and  WHEREAS, the City of Corcoran provides public transit services and is considered a WHEREAS, the Zero Emission Vehicles/Bus Rollout and Implementation Plan is a living document that is intended to provide a practical framework for Corcoran Area Transit to deploy and transition to a full ZEB fleet by 2040, and may be updated based on changes in  small transit agency; and  funding, service and vehicle technology; and  WHEREAS, the City of Corcoran ZEB Rollout and Implementation Plan must comply with the CARB regulations and be approved by the City's governing body through the adoption  ofa resolution prior to submission to CARB. DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:  NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORCORAN SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Corcoran approves and adopts the Zero Emission Vehicles/Bus Rollout and Implementation Plan as set forth in full in Exhibit A to this  Resolution.  1    SECTION2. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption oft this resolution and shall cause a certified resolution to be filed in the book of original resolutions.  PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of  Corcoran held on the 23rd day of. July 2024 by the following vote:  AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT:  APPROVED:  Jeanette Zamora-Bragg, Mayor  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk  CLERKS CERTIFICATE  1,Greg Gatzka, hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true, and correct copy ofa resolution passed and adopted by the City Council oft the City of Corcoran at a meeting held on the 23rd day  of July 2024 by the vote as set forth therein.  DATED:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk  2    CORCORAN  ZEV Strategy and Final Report Corcoran Area Transit  ZEV Rollout and Implemeniation Plan  Final Report April 2024  Stantec    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Stantec  ZEV Strategy and Final Report ZEV Rollout Plan and Analysis Services  April 10, 2024  Prepared for: Corcoran Area Transit Prepared by:  Stantec Consulting Services Inc.    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Release Version Rev. Description 0  Date 02/09/2024 02/14/2024 04/10/2024 04/10/2024  Draft Report Issued to CAT Comments received Revised Report Issued to CAT Final Report Issued to CAT  1 2  This document entitled ZEV Strategy and Final Report was prepared by Stantec Consulting Services Inc. ("Stantec") for the account of Corcoran Area Transit (the "Client"). Any reliance on this document by any third party is strictly prohibited. The material herein reflects Stantec's professional judgment in light of the scope, schedule and other limitations stated in the document and ini the contract between Stantec and the Client. The opinions in the document are based on conditions and information existing at the time the document was prepared and do not take into account any subsequent changes. In preparing the document, Stantec did not verify information supplied to it by others. Any use which at third party makes of this document is the responsibility of such third party. Such third party agrees that Stantec shall not be responsible for costs or damages of any kind, if any, suffered by it or any other third party as a result of decisions made or actions  taken based on this document.  ProjectTeam  Stantec Consulting Services Inc. 801 South Figueroa Street Suite 300 Los Angeles CA 90017-3007    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Table of Contents EXECUTIVE SUMMARY. ABBREVIATIONS 1.0 INTRODUCTION. 2.0 REGULATORY CONTEXT 2.1 INNOVATIVE CLEAN TRANSIT. ICT Exemptions. 3.0 APPROACH TO ZEV PLANNING. 4.0 SUMMARY OF KEY EXISTING CONDITIONS. 4.2 VEHICLE OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS. 5.0 RECOMMENDED FLEET COMPOSITION. 5.1 FLEET AND POWER MODELING Modeling Inputs. Modeling Process. Modeling Results. BE Vehicle Fleet.. FCE Vehicle Fleet Other Considerations. 5.3 CHARGING PROFILE. 6.0 FLEET TRANSITION PLAN..  IX 1 2 2  10 10 11 .12 .14 14 15 16 17 18 18 18 19 20 22 .27 .27 28 29 .29 .30 .30 .31 .33 33 .37  4.1 FLEET. 4.3 FACILITY  5.2 ZE FLEET RECOMMENDATIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS.  7.0 MAINTENANCE FACILITY INFRASTRUCTURE MODIFICATIONS 7.1 PROPOSED MAINTENANCE FACILITY MODIFICATIONS. 7.2 PROPOSED DEPOT FACILITY MODIFICATIONS 7.3 GRID CONNECTION UPGRADES. 7.4 COMMUNIÇATION INFRASTRUCTURE 7.5 FIRE PROTECTION CONSIDERATIONS 7.7 EMERGENCY BACK-UP PLANNING. 8.0 FINANCIAL EVALUATION AND IMPACTS. 8.1 FINANCIAL MODEL INPUTS. Fleet Inputs 33 Cost Inputs 35 8.2 COMPARISON & OUTCOMES  7.6 FALL PROTECTION AND SAFETY INFRASTRUCTURE CONSIDERATIONS    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  9.0 OPERATIONAL AND PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS 9.1 PLANNING, SCHEDULING, AND RUNCUTTING 9.2 OPERATOR NEEDS. 9.3 MAINTENANCE NEEDS. 9.4 VEHICLE PROCUREMENT GUIDANCE. 9.5 O&M CONTRACTOR PROCUREMENT GUIDANCE. 9.6 CHARGING NEEDS. 9.7 BATTERY DEGRADATION. 10.0 TECHNOLOGY. 10.1 SMART CHARGING  39 39 .40 41 .41 .42 .43 44 .45 .45 52 55 55 57 .58 60 .69 .71 .75 77 .80 .81 .84  10.2 FLEET TRACKING SOFTWARE AND TELEMATICS. 11.0 WORKFORCE CONSIDERATIONS 11.1 ZEV TRANSITION WORKFORCE IMPLICATIONS. 11.2 TRAINING. 11.3 CHANGE MANAGEMENT. 12.0 POTENTIAL FUNDING SOURCES  13.0 SERVICE. AND ZEV DEPLOYMENT IN DISADVANTAGED COMMUNITIES  14.0 GHG IMPACTS. 15.0 OTHER TRANSITION ITEMS. 16.0 PHASING AND MPLEMENTATION.  APPENDICES. APPENDIX A: SITE PLANS. APPENDIX B: COST ESTIMATES.    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  LIST OF TABLES  Table 0-1: ZEV Implementation Phasing Plan, 2023-2045. Bus Purchases for Small Transit Agencies). Table 2-2: Required documentation for ZEV purchase exemptions. Table 4-1: CAT Current Revenue Service Fleet. Table 5-1: BE and FCE Vehicle Specifications for Energy Modeling. Table 6-1: Fleet Percent ZEV.. Table 6-2: Vehicle Purchase Schedule Table 6-3: Fleet Composition Table 6-4: Infrastructure Phasing Schedule Table 8-1: Vehicle Lifecycles.. Table 8-2: Annual Average Vehicle Mileage by Vehicle Type.. Table 8-3: Fuel Efficiency by' Vehicle Type.. Table 8-4: Vehicle Purchase Costs. Table 8-5: Vehicle Maintenance Costs. Table 8-6: Fuel Costs..  vi 3 5 10 15 23 24 25 26 .34 34 34 35 35 36 36 .37 42 .46 58 61 68 71 75 77  Table 2-1: CARB Standard Bus ZEV Purchase Schedule (As al Percentage of Total New  Table 8-7: Facility Infrastructure and Charging Equipment Costs by Year. Table 8-8: Base Case and ZEV Case Comparison 2023-2045. Table 9-1: Summary of BE Vehicle Options Table 11-1: Potential Training Methods. Table 11-2: Grants and Potential Funding Options for ZEV Transition. Table 11-3: FTA: Zero-Emission Fleet Transition Plan Requirements. Table 13-1: Total Annual CO2 Emissions (tons). Table 14-1: Other Transit Agencies in San Joaquin Valley Air Basin.. Table 15-1: ZEVI Implementation Phasing Plan, 2023-2045.  Table 10-1: Charge Management System Vendor Comparison (based on manufacturer's  information).  ii    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  LIST OF FIGURES Figure 3-1: ZEVI Planning Process. Figure 4-1: CAT Diesel Bus.. Figure 4-2: Vehicle Daily Mileage. Figure 4-3: Aerial Image of Depot (Source: Google Maps). Figure 4-4: Aerial Image of Corporation Yard (Source: Google Maps) Figure 5-1: Modeling Overview Figure 5-2: ZEVDecide Energy Profile Process (DAR services). Figure 5-3: BE Vehicle Modeling Results. Figure 5-4: FCE Vehicle Modeling Results. Figure 5-5: Charging Profile (15 kW chargers with 1:1 charging) Figure 6-1: Fleet Composition and Percent ZEV. Figure 6-2: Fleet Percent ZEV.. Figure 6-3: Vehicle Purchases VS. Fleet Percent ZEV. Figure 6-4: Fleet Composition. Figure 7-1: CAT ZEV: Site Conceptual Master Plan: Maintenance Facility. Figure 7-2: CAT ZEV Site Conceptual Master Plan: Depot Figure 7-3: Typical Stationary Back-Up Diesel Generator with Belly Tank Fuel Storage. Figure 8-1: Cost Breakdown of Base Case and ZEV Case Scenarios. Figure 8-2: Annual Cost Comparison 2023-2045. Figure 9-1: Depot Planning Tool to Understand Scheduling and Operations of BE Vehicles (Source: Siemens). Figure 9-2: A BE Passenger Van Plugged into a Charger. Figure 10-1: New Flyer Connect 360.. Figure 10-2: Lighting eMotors Daily Report Summary Figure 10-3: TTC eBus KPIs.. Figure 13-1: Total Annual CO2 Emissions (tons). Figure 13-2: Annual CO2 Emissions, 2023-2045.  8 10 11 12 12 14 16 17 18 21 23 24 25 26 28 .29 .31 .38 38 39 44 52 53 54 70 72 73 74  Figure 12-1: CalEnviroScreen Pollution Burden Percentiles in the CAT Service Area.  Figure 13-3: Equivalent GHG Benefits of Implementing al BE Fleet..  iv    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  EXECUTIVE SUMMARY  Corcoran Area Transit (CAT) provides general public dial-a-ride (DAR) service for the community of Corcoran and its fringe area. The service operates on weekdays between 7:15 AM and 4:00 PM and is This document serves to guide CAT through its zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) transition to achieve a 100% zero-emission (ZE) fleet by 2045.' It provides a detailed plan of the technology, needs, and strategies that will help CAT transition to a ZEV fleet. The previous phases of this project (summarized in this report) laid the foundation for this plan by assessing CAT's existing conditions and modeling the power and energy requirements needed to meet CAT's required service through a ZEV fleet. With this information, the initial ZEV fleet was refined through a collaborative optimization process that led to the preferred fleet Next, ai fleet phasing and implementation plan was developed. This plan recommends that the ZEV procurement begin in 2025 and achieve a full transition in 2044. This phased approach allows CAT to implement a small number of ZEVS and learn from the process as they slowly scale up to reach ai fully ZEV fleet. Facility upgrades and modifications required to support ZEV operations at CAT's facilities were Last, a financial model was developed to compare a base case (business-as-usual with fossil fuel vehicles) and a case with a 100% BE fleet. Overall, implementing the ZEV fleet from 2023 through 2045 will cost approximately $5.7 million compared to approximately $2.9 million for the base case.2 Stated otherwise, the transition to ZEVS adds incremental capital and operating costs of $2.8 million over the 22- year period. The full phasing and implementation plan is outlined in Table 0-1. With a full transition to ZEVs, CAT can reduce its fleet-related greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by approximately 81%, or 74 This plan is al living document that is intended to provide a practical framework for CAT to deploy and transition to ZEVS in response to the California Air Resource Board's (CARB) mandate. Like any other strategic plan, the implementation and transition plan should be revisited and adjusted in response to funding realities, changes in service delivery, and the needs of CAT andi its ridership, particularly given the long-term outlook. Taken together, this plan provides a prudent and feasible approach for CAT to implement ZEVS that meets the agency's transportation goals while providing reliable service to the  not offered on weekends and major holidays.  composition of battery electric (BE) vehicles.  also identified.  tons of COzannually.  community.  'Although the California Air Resource Board (CARB) mandates a complete transition to ZEVs by 2040, CAT plans to complete the transition by 2045 due to its agency-specific vehicle lifecycles of 20 years. Completing the transition by  2045 will prevent early vehicle retirements. 2 Inclusive of capital costs, operating costs, and inflation.    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Table 0-1: ZEV Implementation Phasing Plan, 2023-2045  Year 2023 2024  Infrastructure ZEV Fleet ZEV Fleet Training  Capital Operating Total Expenses Expenses Expenses 881,740 93,925 975,665  Procureme Adoption %  nts  ($)  ($)  ($)  (3)1 15kWI level No 20 chargers (1)60KW charger Noi installation No  No 0%  OEM training for OEMt training for staff Local fire and emergency response department introduction tor new technology OEMt training Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction to new technology OEM training for technicians OEM training for staff Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction to new technology  procurement procurement technicians  Annual refreshers 103,618 91,176 194,794  procurement  2025 2026  Noi installation 1cutaway 100% Noi installation No  273,396 78,407 351,804  No  78,468 78,468  procurement procurement  2027  Noi installation 1cutaway 100%  286,414 69,264 355,678  2028  Noi installation No  No  69,988 69,988  procurement procurement  2029 2030  (3)15kW level No 2chargers  No  295,354 71,209 366,563  procurement procurement OEM training  Noi installation 2cutaways 100%  Annual refreshers 614,221 60,848 675,069  Local fire and emergency response department introduction to new technology OEM training for  2031  Noi installation No  No  62,145 62,145  procurement procurement technicians  vi    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Year  Infrastructure ZEVI Fleet ZEVI Fleet Training  Capital Operating Total Expenses Expenses Expenses  Procureme Adoption' %  nts  ($)  ($)  ($)  OEM training for staff Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction tor new technology Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction to new technology OEM training for technicians OEM training for staff Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction to new technology Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction to new technology OEM training for OEM training for staff  2032  Noi installation No  No  63,471 63,471  procurement procurement  2033 2034  Noi installation No Noi installation No  No No  64,862 64,862 66,233 66,233  procurement procurement OEM training procurement procurement  2035  Noi installation 1cutaway 100%  344,982 58,227 403,208  2036  Noi installation No  No  59,572 59,572  procurement procurement  2037 2038  Noi installation No Noi installation No  No No  61,052 61,052 62,556 62,556  procurement procurement OEM training procurement procurement  2039  Noi installation No  No  64,133 64,133  procurement procurement technicians  vii    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Year 2040  Infrastructure ZEVI Fleet ZEV Fleet Training  Capital Operating Total Expenses Expenses Expenses  Procureme Adoption % procurement procurement  nts  ($)  ($) ($) 65,702 65,702  Noi installation No  No  Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction to new technology OEM Training Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction to new technology OEMt training for OEM training for staff Local fire and emergency response department introduction tor new technology OEM Training  2041 2042  Noi installation No Noi installation No  No No  67,337 67,337 68,940 68,940  procurement procurement procurement procurement  2043 2044  Noi installation No  No  70,594 70,594  procurement procurement technicians  Noi installation 1cutaway 100%  Annual refreshers 425,304 69,278 494,581  2045  Noi installation 2c cutaways 100%  870,622 71,010 941,632  viii    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Abbreviations  ADA AHJ APCD AQMD ASC BEB BESS BUILD CARB CAT CMS CNG CRT DAR DC DER ESS FCEB FTA GHG GTFS GVWR  Americans with Disabilities Act Authorities Having Jurisdiction Air Pollution Control District Air Quality Management District AMPLY Site Controller Battery electric bus Battery electric storage system California Air Resources Board Corcoran Area Transit Change management systems Compressed natural gas Charge Ready Transport program Dial-A-Ride, demand response Direct current Distributed energy resource Energy storage system Hydrogen fuel cell electric bus Federal Transit Administration Greenhouse gas General Transit Feed Specification Gross vehicle weight rating  Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  HVAC ICT ICE KCAPTA KPI MPO NFPA NREL NTD NTI OCPP OEM PG&E PPE PV RFP SOC TAM TOU TTC ULB USDOT VPN ZE ZEB  Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning Innovative Clean Transit Internal combustion engine Kings County Area Public Transit Agency Key performance indicator Metropolitan planning organization National Fire Protection. Association National Renewable Energy Laboratory National Transit Database National Transit Institute Open Charge Point Protocol Original Equipment Manufacturer Pacific Gas and Electric Company Personal protection equipment Photovoltaic Request for proposal State of charge Transit asset management Time ofuse Toronto Transit Commission Useful life benchmark Virtual private network Zero emission Zero-emission bus  United States Department of Transportation    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  ZEV  Zero-emission vehicle  :  ::    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT 1.0 INTRODUCTION  Corcoran Area Transit (CAT) provides dial-a-ride (DAR) service for the community of Corcoran and its fringe area. The service operates on weekdays between 7:15 AM and 4:00 PM and is not offered on CAT operates at fleet of one (1) diesel cutaway, two (2) gas cutaways, and three (3) 29-ft diesel buses. All vehicles are stored at the City of Corcoran's corporation yard at 750 North Ave. where they are also maintained. CAT's operations are housed at the city's Transit depot building located at 1099 Otis Ave. CAT is part of the San. Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (APCD), San Joaquin Valley Air Basin, With a county population of 152,4863 and ai fleet of6 revenue vehicles, CAT is classified as a small transit agency under the Innovative Clean Transit (ICT) mandate and is required to submit a zero-emission (ZE) This document serves as the source for CAT's rollout plan submission to CARB and provides a detailed plan of the technology, needs, and strategies that will help CAT transition to a ZEV1 fleet. To develop this rollout plan, the following steps have been taken to determine the best ZEV strategy for CAT.  weekends and major holidays.  and the Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) utility territory.  rollout plan to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) by July 1, 2023.4  A review of existing conditions to understand characteristics and constraints for CAT's operations and service area. This included a primer on different ZEV technologies to provide a scan of the market and technologies, including battery-electric (BE) vehicles, as well as hydrogen fuel cell Energy and power modeling to understand performance under different ZE technology alternatives, their viability, and suitability for CAT's needs. A quantitative and qualitative assessment of modeling results was used to determine the preferred ZE fleet composition for This report is intended to act as a roadmap to guide CAT through the ZEV transition to 100% ZEV deployment and implementation, as well as to fulfill the CARB guidelines as outlined in the ICT mandate. As CARB has reminded transit agencies, the ICT-regulated rollout plan is intended to be a living document that can and should be regularly revisited and updated over time as ZE technologies continue  electric (FCE) vehicles.  CAT.  to evolve.  3US Census Bureau 2020 Decennial Census; U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Kings County. California CARB ICT defined large transit agencies as operating in "an urbanized area with a population of at least 200,000 as last published by the Bureau of Census before December 31,2017 and has at least 100 buses in annual maximum service.' Agencies that do not meet this definition are categorized as small transit agencies.    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  2.0 REGULATORY CONTEXT  This section provides a review of the ICT regulation to provide al basis for why the ZEV transition is taking place and to provide CAT staff and City of Corcoran Council Board members with information on how ICT  and ZEV implementation fits within andi impacts CAT operations and future plans.  2.1 INNOVATIVE CLEAN TRANSIT  CARB adopted the ICT regulation in December 2018, which requires all public bus transit agencies in the state to gradually transition to a completely ZEV fleet by 2040.5This regulation is in accordance with preceding state legislation SB: 375 and SB3 350. SB 375, the Sustainable Communities and Climate Protection Program, creates initiatives for increased development of transit-oriented communities, better- connected transportation, and active transportation. Relatedly, SB: 350 supports widespread transportation electrification through collaboration between CARB and the California Public Utilities ICT also states that transit agencies are required to produce a ZEV rollout plan that describes how the agency is planning to achieve a full transition to a ZE fleet by 2040 as well as outlining reporting and record-keeping requirements. Specific elements required in the rollout plan include:  Commission.  A full explanation of how the agency will transition to ZEVS by 2040 without early retirement of  conventional internal combustion engine buses;  Identification of the ZEV technology the agency intends to deploy; How the agency will deploy ZEVs in disadvantaged communities; Atraining plan and schedule for ZEV operators and maintenance staff;  Identification of potential funding sources;  Schedules for bus purchase and lease options (including fuel type, number of buses, and bus Information on the construction of associated facilities and infrastructure (including location, type Small California transit agencies, such as CAT, are mandated to submit ZEV rollout plans to CARB by July 1, 2023. ICT also requires the ZEV purchase schedules for both large and small agencies. Beginning in2021 and continuing annually through 2050, each transit agency is required to provide a compliance 5Although the California Air Resource Board (CARB) mandates a complete transition to ZEVs by 2040, CAT plans to complete the transition by 2045 due to its agency-specific vehicle lifecycles of 20 years. Completing the transition by  type); and  ofi infrastructure, and timeline).  2045 will prevent early vehicle retirements.  2    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  reports. The initial report outlines the number of and information on active buses int the agency's fleet as of December 31, 2017. Subsequent reports must include transit agency information, details on each bus purchased, owned, operated, leased, or rented (including make, model, curb weight, engine and propulsion system, bus purchases, and any information on converted buses), ZE mobility option information (if applicable), andi information on renewable fuel usage (including date purchased, fuel Table 2-1 below outlines the ZEV purchase schedule for small transit agencies for heavy-duty transit vehicles. Specific vehicle types, such as motor coaches, cutaways, double decker, and 60-ft. vehicles, are exempt from this purchase schedule until 2026 or later (dependent on Altoona testing being completed). Whereas large agencies are required to start purchasing ZEVs in 2023, small agencies are exempt until 2026, in that year a minimum of 25% of new bus purchases must be ZE. Table 2-1: CARB Standard Bus ZEV Purchase Schedule (As a Percentage of Total New  contract number, ande effective date, as applicable).  Bus Purchases for Small Transit Agencies)'  Year 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 and after  Percentage  25% 25% 25% 100%  To account for circumstances beyond ai transit agency's control that mayi impact their ability to comply with ICT regulations, the mandate laid out specific provisions for exemptions. Exemptions willl be  permitted for the following circumstances: Ifthe required. ZEV type is unavailable; Ifdaily mileage needs cannot be met; Ifgradeability needs cannot be met; Ifthere are delays in infrastructure construction; Ifafi financial emergency is declared by the transit agency; and applying for all available funding and incentive opportunities.  In circumstances where incremental capital or electricity costs for charging cannot be offset after  https:/ww2. arb. ca. oMsidehuVes20RP4OfctpCeanrne O.pdf 7Int this report, standard buses refer to 35-ft. or 40-ft. unless otherwise stated  3    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Specifically, the ZEV rollout plan required to be submitted to CARB by mid-2023 must include the  following components, broken down by CARB into nine sections.  Section A: Transit agency information Section B: Rollout plan general information Section C: Technology portfolio  Section D: Current bus fleet composition and future bus purchases Section E: Facilities and infrastructure modifications Section F: Providing service in disadvantaged communities  Section G: Workforce training Section H: Potential funding sources Section :: Start-up and scale-up challenges  ICT Exemptions  As discussed above, the ICT regulation has specific provisions for exemptions if at least one the following criteria are met. Ift the exemption is granted, transit agencies may purchase conventional ICE bus(es) 1. Delay in bus delivery is caused by ZEVi infrastructure construction setbacks beyond the transit agency's control. ZEVi infrastructure includes charging stations, hydrogen stations, and maintenance facilities. The following circumstances would qualify at transit agency for exemption:  instead of ZEV(s).8  a. Change of a general contractor b. Delays obtaining power from a utility Delays obtaining construction permits  d. Discovery of archeological, historical, or tribal cultural resources  Natural disaster  Atransita agency may also request an exemption if they can provide documentation that demonstrates the needed infrastructure cannot be completed within the two-year extension period ori in time to operate the purchased buses after delivery, whichever is later. 2. When available ZEVS cannot meet at transit agency's daily mileage needs (due to operating 3. Ifavailable ZEVS do not have adequate gradeability performance to meet the transit agency's  conditions and the operating range ofa ZEV). daily needs for any bus in its fleet.  https: lww2. arb. ca. osEesdehutes20Ie0istpcmmnfna. O.pdf    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  4. When a required ZEV type for the applicable weight class based on gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is unavailable for purchase. A ZEVI bus type is considered unavailable for purchase for a. The ZEV has not passed the complete Bus Testing and not obtained a Bus Testing b. The ZEV cannot be configured to meet applicable requirements of the Americans with The physical characteristics oft the ZEV would result in at transit agency violating any When az ZEV cannot be purchased by at transit agency due to financial hardship. Financial a. Ifai fiscal emergency is declared under a resolution by a transit agency's governing body b. At transit agency can demonstrate that it cannot offset thei incremental cost of purchasing all available ZEVS compared to the cost of the same type of conventional bus Atransit agency can demonstrate thati it cannot offset the managed, nete electricity cost for depot charging BEBS when compared to the fuel cost of the same type of  any of thet following reasons:  Report Disabilities Act  federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances  hardship would be granted for the following reasons:  following a public hearing  conventional ICE buses  Ifat transit agency wishes to request an exemption, they must provide documentation demonstrating the criteria are met. Required documentation for each exemption is summarized in Table 2-2. In addition, a request for exemption for a particular calendar year's compliance obligation must be submitted by  November 30th oft that year.9  Table 2-2: Required documentation for ZEV purchase exemptions  Criteria  Required Documentation  1. Delay in bus delivery and infrastructure construction  Al letter fromi the agency's governing body Aletter from the contractor, utility, building department, or other involved organizations explaining the reasons for delay and estimating the project completion date Ane explanation of why the exemption is needed Acurrent monthly mileage report for each bus type Acopy of the ZEV RFP and resulting bids showing rated  2. Available ZEVS cannot meet transit agency's daily mileage needs  battery capacity  htps/Mm2abcagoistesbeuae20.9-1Orettp-Cleanfinal O.pdf  5    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Criteria  Required Documentation  Ifavailable, measured energy use data from ZEVS operated on daily assignments in the transit agency's service Documentation showing no other buses int the fleet can meet the gradeability requirements and the ZEVS of that bus type cannot be placed into service anywhere else in the fleet Topography information including measurement of the grade(s) where the ZEVS would be placed in service Ad description of the bus types that currently serve the Ane explanation of why the gradeability of all available ZEVS are insufficient to meet the transit agency's service needs Acopy of the ZEVI RFP, specifying the transit agency's required gradeability and the resulting bids Ifavailable, empirical data including grades, passenger loading, and speed data from available ZEVs operated on the Asummary of all bus body-types, vehicle weight classes being purchased, chassis, reasons why ZEVs are unavailable Current fleet information showing how many ZEVS of that bus type are already in service and how many are on order Ifapplicable, documentation showing that ADA requirements Ifapplicable, a letter from its governing body that details how thep physical characteristics of the ZEV would violate federal, Aresolution by the transit agency's governing body declaring Documentation showing the transit agency cannot offset the  3. Available ZEVS do not have adequate gradeability performance tor meet the transit agency's daily needs  route(s)  same grade  4. When a required ZEV for the applicable weight class based on GWWRi is unavailable for purchase  for purchase  cannot be met  state, or local law afi fiscal emergency  5. When a ZEV cannot be purchased by a transit agency due to financial hardship  initial capital cost of purchasing ZEVs  6    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Taken together, CARB recognizes the challenges that transit agencies will face when adopting ZEVS and wants to avoid hardships around finances and service delivery. As such, ifCAT faces certain challenges for a particular year, for example, ifit does not have sufficient capital funds available to purchase a planned ZEV procurement, then CAT can apply for an exemption to CARB by documenting that CAT cannot offset the incremental cost of a ZEV compared to a conventional fossil fuel vehicle. Nonetheless, the ZEVI rollout and transition plan in this document is built upon assumptions that CAT will have sufficient funding to carry out the transition. As such, the CARB ICT plan is al living document thati is flexible and can be amended to account for circumstances that require exemptions or shifting of ZEVP procurement or  other implementation steps.  7    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  3.0 APPROACH TO ZEV PLANNING  The graphic in Figure 3-1 provides al high-level schematic of the major steps in this project to derive a  recommended fleet concept and develop ani implementation plan.  Figure 3-1: ZEV Planning Process Analysis of Operations and Exisiting Conditions Market Scan of ZEV Technologies  Fleet Modeling  Defining the Preferred Fleet Alternative  Site Planning and Cost Estimation  Financial Analysis  Rollout Plan  Strategic  The first step involved ar review oft the existing conditions of CAT's fleet, facility, and service delivery to provide ai foundation and understanding of CAT's operations and business processes that would be impacted by a transition to a ZEV fleet. An assessment of the maintenance facility provided insights into the constraints and opportunities fori implementing ZEVS, as well as the condition of the facilities, buildings, and existing service cycle. A market scan was also conducted to analyze the current ZEV technologies, their limitations, as well as any in-development technologies that can help shape CAT's Next, we used computer modeling to simulate the performance of ZEVS on CAT's service blocks' 10 and vehicle assignments. The modeling provided predicted vehicle performance, including fuel economy, operating ranges, and feasibility of the different ZEV technologies. The modeling revealed 98% of CAT's service can successfully be electrified with BE vehicles, and 100% of service can be completed with Subsequently, working with CAT staff, Stantec developed a fleet ranstionmplementation plan that transitions the current fleet with ZEVs, along with a phasing strategy for chargers and facility modifications. Section 5.0 describes the fleet composition and recommendations and Section 6.0 10 Blocks describe as series oft trips that are linked together and assigned to as single vehicle. The vehicle trips that are linked together as part oft the block may cover more than one route and may also involve more than one operator during the course oft the vehicle workday. The block refers tot the work assignment for a single vehicle for a single  future ZEV fleet.  FCE vehicles.  service workday and includes revenue: service and deadheading.  8    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  describes the fleet transition plan. Section 7.0 describes the maintenance facility modifications required toi implement and deploy the ZEV fleet, while keeping in mind that CAT may eventually relocate to With thei identification of required facility modifications and impacts on capital and operating costs, Stantec developed ai financial analysis for the ZEV rollout through 2040 (Section 8.0). Operating and planning considerations (Section 9.0), technology (Section 10.0) workforce considerations (Section 11.0), potential funding sources (Section 12.0), service in disadvantaged communities (Section 13.0), and greenhouse gas (GHG) impacts (Section 14.0) are also reviewed and discussed.  another bus facility.  9    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  4.0 SUMMARY OF KEY EXISTING CONDITIONS  The Existing Conditions Report provided a comprehensive review of CAT's existing conditions, encompassing operations, facilities, and finances to lay the groundwork for the modeling and provide an Overall, the Existing Conditions Report revealed that CAT's fleet, service area, and operating characteristics are not inherently challenging for at transition to ZEVS. These conclusions, as well as the key findings from the Existing Conditions Report are summarized in the subsequent sections.  understanding of current operating conditions.  4.1 FLEET 4-1.  CAT's revenue fleeti is comprised of six (6) vehicles, including one (1) diesel cutaway, two (2) gas cutaways, and three (3) 29-ft diesel buses (Figure 4-1). More details of the fleet are summarized in Table  Figure 4-1: CAT Diesel Bus  Table 4-1: CAT Current Revenue Service Fleet  Model In- Year Service Year 2002 2002 2002 2003 2 2010 2010 2  Quantity Make Vehicle Seating Fuel  Current age (years)  Type 23' Cutaway 29' Bus 22/16 23' Cutaway  capacity type (amb/WC) 15/10 15/10  1  Ford XHF Ford  Diesel 21 Diesel 20 Gas  13  10    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT 2015 2016  1  XHF  29' Bus 22/16  Diesel 7  4.2 VEHICLE OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS  Itisi important to understand how CAT's vehicles are used throughout the day, and specifically when vehicles are in and out of service. This helps identify constraints and opportunities and inform preliminary CAT provides DAR service using a mix of cutaways and buses. DAR vehicle mileage varies widely as there is no fixed schedule and service is based on demand. Run-level data between January to December 2019 was analyzed to gain an understanding of how fart the vehicles travel within a day and to 365 service days were recorded between January and December 2019 with an average distance of63.51 miles, ar median distance of 67 miles, and ar maximum distance of 108 miles (Figure 4-2). These distances are all shorter than the average current operational range of ZEVS, meaning that there should be no  fleet mix and energy requirements.  ultimately provide a range of expected fuel efficiencies.  range-related issues with ZEV implementation. Figure 4-2: Vehicle Daily Mileage  120 100  80 a 60 @ W 40 20 0  Vehicle Number  #167 # #169 #170 #215 D# #216 a #238  11    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT 4.3 FACILITY  CAT's maintenance and operations are split between two facilities. Operations and dispatch are located at the city's Transit depot building at 1099 Otis Avenue (Figure 4-3), and vehicles are stored and maintained at the city's corporation yard at 750 North Avenue (Figure 4-4). The Depot property is about 1.8 acres with most oft the site dedicated to the CAT station and parking. The corporation yard facility occupies a site of approximately 2.4 acres, which houses vehicle service, fleet parking, employee  parking, and maintenance for both transit and public works vehicles. Figure 4-3: Aerial Image of Depot (Source: Google Maps)  parkin  OtisAve  OtsAve  Figure 4-4: Aerial Image of Corporation Yard (Source: Google Maps)  BUS CANOPY B  MAINT  NorthAve  NorthAve  12    ZEVS STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Thel buildings at both properties appear to bei in good working condition. However, improvements and additional equipment would be needed for the maintenance facility, corporation yard, and electrical system for ai ZEVi implementation. There are several significant considerations for implementing ZEVS at  the current facility, which willl be outlined further in Section 7.0.  13    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  5.0 RECOMMENDED FLEET COMPOSITION  This section describes the modeling and analysis that was used to develop viable fleet concepts and  specify a preferred ZEV fleet for rollout planning purposes. 5.1 FLEET AND POWER MODELING  Energy modeling uses at two-pronged approach to understanding ZEV feasibility using Stantec's modeling tool, ZEVDecide. The two-pronged approach first examines route-level operations, and secondly, examines fuel economy by aggregating route-level outputs to provide block and vehicle-level fuel and energy requirements. Through this approach, CAT and Stantec will understand how ZEVS perform under CAT's operating conditions. This int turn provides a more realistic estimate of operating range and energy Figure 5-1 provides a schematic overview of the modeling process. The predictive ZEV performance modeling depends on several inputs, such as actual passenger loads, driving dynamics, topography, vehicle specifications, and ambient conditions subject to the environment in which the agency operates.  consumption, and ultimately informs technology selection.  Figure 5-1: Modeling Overview."  Curby weight Frontal dimensions Auxiliary Aerodynamic drag Rollingr resistance coefficients DRIVING CYCLES  BUSSPECS . HVAC  ELEVATION AND TOPOGRAPHY  Route  Blocks  Vehicle  ZEVDecide  CONDITIONS AMBIENT  PASSENGER Highp passenger load LOADS  Low passenger load  11 Blocks describe a series oft trips that are linked together and assigned to a single vehicle. The vehicle trips that are linked together as part oft the! block may cover more than one route and may also involve more than one operator during the course oft the vehicle workday. The! block refers tot the work assignment for a single vehicle for a single  service workday.  14    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT Modeling Inputs  Although CAT currently operates 29-ft buses, the agency plans to transition its fleet to entirely cutaways. Therefore, only cutaways were modeled in both BE and FCE technologies. The modeled vehicle Table 5-1 below. For both classes of vehicles, BE technologies are more common and market ready; in fact, no FCE cutaways are commercially available. The only currently existing FCE cutaway is one retrofitted with a hydrogen fuel cell and a small battery, along with a 13-kg hydrogen tank, instead of the  specifications are outlined in  original internal combustion engine as the power train.  Table 5-1: BE and FCE Vehicle Specifications for Energy Modeling Technology Curb weight Battery (kWh) or tank Photo Example  type  (Ibs.)  size (kg) 127 kWh  BE Cutaway 14,500  FCE Cutaway 16,500  13.5kg  As DAR services do not follow ai fixed route and schedule, modeling inputs required adjustment to  account for variations in service delivery. Inputs for the modeling include: Passenger load: assumes an average of four passengers onboard.  Topography and elevation: the methodology does not consider topography directly. Instead, the model used driving speed information for all weekday trips in 2019 to predict the fuel economy. Ambient temperatures: the ambient temperature has a significant impact on the fuel economy of the ZEVS since iti is directly related to the power output from the batteries or fuel cells required for  the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system.  15    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT Modeling Process  The total energy requirement per vehicle was used to calculate the total energy consumed by each vehicle per day. A statistical analysis was conducted on the entire dataset to determine the average fuel efficiency and daily energy use per vehicle to evaluate success levels with the BE and FCE cutaway options. Furthermore, the energy requirement of each individual trip was then aggregated at the vehicie level to estimate the total energy consumed by each vehicle per day (Figure 5-2). Figure 5-2: ZEVDecide Energy Profile Process (DARservices)  Total energy. requirement per trip for each vehicle in 2019 was calculated  Total energy consumed per day per vehicle was determined (accumulation of trips)  Determine feasible ZEV options based on daily energy requirements and SOC/H2 use  Statistical analysis to generate Paretos, median, averages, and deviation  The results of the modeling provide insight into: Average fuel economy. Probability of energy/fuel requirements. Probability of operating range. The feasibility of different ZEV technologies.  For BE vehicles, success is determined through SOC. The vehicle assignment is considered successful when al BE vehicle can complete its scheduled service with at For FCE vehicles, the vehicle assignment is counted as successful ifa vehicle consumes  least 20% battery SOC. less than 90% of its tank capacity.  16    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT Modeling Results  A BE vehicle assignment is considered successful when the vehicle can complete its scheduled service with at least 20% battery SOC. Figure 5-3 shows that 98% of CAT's service could be successfully  completed with BE vehicles.  Figure 5-3: BE Vehicle Modeling Results  100% 80% 8 60% 8 40% 2086 0% Failures 20% 215  8  I  169  216 Vehicle Number  238  167  AFCE vehicle assignment is considered successful if the vehicle consumes less than 90% of its tank capacity. In this case, 90% of the tank capacity is approximately 12 kg. Figure 5-4 shows that 100% of  CAT's service could be successfully delivered with FCE vehicles.  17    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Figure 5-4: FCE Vehicle Modeling Results  10:00 9.00 8.00 7.00 6.00 5.00 4.00 3:00 2.00 1.00  - -  : 15  169  216 Vehicle Number  238  167  tint  5.2 ZE FLEET RECOMMENDATIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS The feasibility of ZEVI implementation depends on many factors, including vehicle specifications, elevation, route mileage, climate, and other strategic elements. The modeling results showed that CAT's services can be delivered successfully with both BE and FCE vehicles, and the current fleet can be replaced with ZEVS at a 1:1 ratio. Based on the modeling results, CAT has two fleet composition choices After careful consideration of the modeling results, operational realities, discussions with agency staff and stakeholders, and logistical considerations, Stantec recommends that CAT transition to a fleet of BE  to complete the ZEV transition: al BE vehicle fleet or a FCE vehicle fleet.  vehicles with a 1:1 vehicle replacement ratio.  BE Vehicle Fleet  One approach is to adopt a six-vehicle BE fleet with in-depot charging capabilities. With this approach, vehicles would charge overnight at the maintenance facility. This approach would require significant  capital costs to procure BE vehicles and associated charging infrastructure.  FCE Vehicle Fleet  The other option is to adopt a fleet of six FCE vehicles. Because FCE cutaways are not available on the market, CAT could procure FCE vans instead. Service would need to be maintained at approximately 190  miles per vehicle to avoid increasing the fleet size.  18    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Ina addition, CAT would either need to install a hydrogen fueling station at its facility, or work with a partner int the area to attain hydrogen fueling capabilities. In this scenario, vehicles would be refueled at the end of their service day. This approach would also require significant capital costs to procure FCE vehicles Although both scenarios pose challenges for a ZEV transition, there are several realities that make a BE  and build the associated fueling infrastructure. fleet better suited for CAT's services:  BE vehicles would allow CAT to provide most of its services. BE vehicles are less expensive than FCE vehicles, minimizing capital costs. CAT with more flexibility and choices when procuring vehicles.  More BE vehicle types are currently available on the market than FCE vehicles. This will provide  Other Considerations  Based on the analysis of current service and operations, route modeling and bus simulations, market considerations, site audits, and meetings with stakeholders, Stantec recommends that CAT deploy a fleet of BE vehicles. However, technology maturation and market changes may make FCE vehicles a potential option for CAT in the future. The challenges and benefits of FCE vehicles are described in the  subsequent sections. Challenges  The first challenge for a FCE vehicle deployment is a lack of smaller vehicle types. At the time oft this writing, Ideanomics in partnership with US Hybrid is producing a hydrogen-powered passenger van with as stated range of up to 250 miles. 12 FCE cutaways are not commercially available. FCE vehicle procurement and maintenance costs are also challenging. Depending on configurations, FCE vehicles can be 15-20% more expensive than BE vehicles due to their fuel cell stack and related technology. 13 The specialized parts needed for FCE vehicles have also resulted in costlier maintenance Another challenge for FCE vehicle adoption is fueling. Nearby access to a reliable source of hydrogen is required to support the fleet. There are two options for fueling: on-site fueling and off-site fueling.  inp pilots to date.  On-site fueling: on-site fueling would require building a hydrogen fueling facility on site. Fueling is comparable to a CNG or diesel vehicle. The refueling facility would have to store hydrogen as al liquid since gaseous hydrogen stations are only used for a max of 180 kg/day. Significant upgrades and equipment would be required, and hydrogen gas detection systems would need to  bei installed.  12 https Iwww. ushybrid. comlp-contentploads202205USH CaseStudies SARTAVan 2022 DIGITAL.pdf 13 However, ifmore BEBs are required to maintain service compared to the diesellgasoline fleet size, the capital  vehicle cost ofa BEB fleet could approach the capital vehicle cost ofa FCEB fleet.  19    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Off-site fueling: off-site fueling would require a nearby hydrogen fueling station. Building offsite fueling facilities would require more investment than on-site fueling and would need the involvement of more regional stakeholders (including utilities). In this scenario, gas leak Inb both scenarios, maintenance facilities would require additional tools and equipment specifically for  detection systems would need to be installed. repairs and upkeep of hydrogen fuel cell parts.  Benefits  The main advantage of FCE vehicles is their long operating ranges. FCE vehicles have an operating range of -300 miles which is comparable to the operating range of diesel buses. Because of this, FCE vehicles can support a 1:1 vehicle replacement scheme more readily than BE vehicles.  5.3 CHARGING PROFILE  The following composition will be able to support the fleet operations while avoiding peak network  charging times:  Six (6) 15-kW chargers with a 1:1 charger-to-dispenser ratio at the maintenance facility One (1)6 60-kW charger with a 1:1 charger-to-dispenser ratio at the depot  The proposed charging profile (Figure 5-5) would create a peak power demand of 105 kW, and no charging would be required between the hours of 4:00 PM: and 9:00 PM to avoid using electricity during network peak hours. 14 The single charger at the depot would create a peak power demand of 60kW.  14 https: Iwww. pge. comlarifisassetslpdnanlDOkELEC SCHEDS BEV.pdf  20    Active Vehicles  un  12:00AM 1:30AM 3:00AM. 4:30AM 6:00AM 7:30AM 9:00AM 10:30AM 12:00PM 1:30PM 3:00PM 4:30PM 6:00PM 7:30PM 9:00PM 10:30PM 12:00AM 1:30AM 3:00AM 4:30AM 6:00AM: 7:30AM 9:00AM 10:30AM 12:00PM 1:30PM 3:00PM 4:30PM 6:00PM 7:30PM 9:00PM 10:30PM  668 8883888 Power (kW)    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  6.0 FLEET TRANSITION PLAN  Based on the preferred fleet concept of an entirely BE fleet, Stantec developed a procurement plan for transitioning fossil fuel vehicles to BE vehicles. Several factors were considered in the development of the  transition plan:  CARB requirements: CARB requires a complete fleet transition by 2040. In addition, 100% of new vehicle purchases are required to be ZE starting in 2029. The earliest procurements for a small fleet operator need to take place in 2026 with at least 25% of all purchases being ZEV. Although the mandated completion date is 2040, CAT willt transition its fleet by 2045 due to its vehicles' unique lifecycles of 20 years. The extended timeline will prevent unnecessary early Useful life benchmarks (ULB): the ULB of ZEVS must be taken into consideration to ensure that vehicles are safe and in good repair. For this analysis, Stantec assumed a ULB of 20 years for all Grant funding: CAT expects to receive funding from the Congestion Mitigation and Air Fund (CMAQ), the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), as well as Formula Grants for Rural Areas (5311). The procurement of grant-funded vehicles can affect the fleet transition Thet total fleet size will remain the same across the 2023 - 2045 period, with fossil fuel vehicles gradually being retired and replaced with ZEVS. Consequently, the percentage oft thei fleet thati is made up of ZEVS increases every fewy years, starting at 17% in 2025 and incrementally increasing to 100% in 2044. ZEV procurements were spread as evenly as possible to avoid purchasing al lot of vehicles in any particular year, while also keeping in mind the ULB of each vehicle type. The overall transition is shown in Figure  retirement of vehicles.  vehicle types based on CAT's fleet replacement practices and preferences.  timing based on program requirements.  6-1.  22    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Figure 6-1: Fleet Composition and Percent ZEV  100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%    FFI Vehicles  ZEV  Fleet %2 ZEV  Table 6-1 and Figure 6-2 show the percentage of the fleet thati is fossil fuel (FF) vehicles VS. ZEVS throughout thet transition timeline. CAT's first ZEV purchases will occur in 2025 with more ZEVS being purchased every fewy years. The fleet will achieve a complete transition in 2044.  Table 6-1: Fleet Percent ZEV  Total Vehicles 6 Total FF vehicles 6 Total ZEVS %FF %ZEV  23    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT Figure 6-2: Fleet Percent ZEV  100%: 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%  PPpde  %FF %ZEV  Table 6-2 shows the vehicie purchase schedule for 2023 through 2045. CAT will purchase one new fossil  fuel vehicle in 2024, with 100% of subsequent vehicle procurements being ZEV.  Table 6-2: Vehicle Purchase Schedule  Total Vehicles Total Purchases Total Retirements 0 -1 1 Total FF Purchases 0 0 0 0 Total ZEV Purchases 0 0 %2 ZEV Purchases 2  0  U 2 0 0 0 0  0 0 0 0 0-1-2  01 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0  0 * f N  01 0 0 0 0 o 0 01 N 2  N N N  To better understand the total vehicle purchases year by year in comparison to the progress of transition, Figure 6-3 shows vehicle purchases with the percentage of the fleet that has transitioned to ZEVS. As  shown, 2030 and 2044 will consist of slightly heavier vehicle procurements.  24    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Figure 6-3: Vehicle Purchases VS. Fleet Percent ZEV  100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% % 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%  - Fleet %ZEV Total FFF Purchases Total ZEV Purchases  CAT's fleet composition from 2023 through 2045 is shown in Table 6-3 and displayed graphically in Figure 6-4. The fleet starts as entirely fossil fuel vehicles, consisting of diesel buses, diesel cutaways, and gasoline cutaways. The procurement of one BE cutaway in 2025 will kick off the gradual transition to a  fleet of 100% BE cutaways. Table 6-3: Fleet Composition  Diesel Bus Diesel CU Gas CU BECU  3 2 0 0  2 2 2 2 2 0 0 0 2 2 2 4 4 4 4 4  5  Total Vehicles 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 61 61  25    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT Figure 6-4: Fleet Composition  PP4Ppeegee pP  Diesel Bus DieselCU Gascu BECU  Table 6-4 presents the infrastructure and charging equipment phasing schedule to support the transition to BE vehicles. Most of the infrastructure and charging equipment will be installed in 2023 to prepare for the initial BE vehicle procurement. Charging equipment will subsequently be installed in 2029 as the fleet  composition increases from 33% to 67% BE vehicles. Table 6-4: Infrastructure Phasing Schedule  General conditions 15kW level 2 charger 3 0 o 60kW charger Fleet %Z ZEV  1 0 8  The fleet transition plan shows that CAT will not meet the CARB-mandated deadlines for full ZEV transitions in order to avoid early retirement of their existing fleet. However, they willl begin the purchase  process one year early. CAT's trajectory is as follows:  ZEV purchases will begin in 2025, with the mandate starting in 2026.  The transition to a 100% ZEV fleet will be complete in 2044 to avoid unnecessary early retirement Itis important to understand that actual procurements will also depend on CAT's future competitive funding to finance capital requirements of the transition, as well as supply chain realities related to the  of vehicles.  delivery of new vehicles.  26    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  7.0 MAINTENANCE FACILITY INFRASTRUCTURE  MODIFICATIONS  This section outlines the proposed facility modifications for BE vehicle implementation at CAT's bus operations and maintenance facility. The master plan option has been developed proposing ground- mounted dispensers. The facility has sufficient space for ground-mounted dispensers, avoiding a reduction in parking space while keeping the yard flexibility since all of the equipment can be located Since the liquid fueling systems used by the CAT are currently offsite, there is no need to phase out and remove the fueling equipment as the fleet shifts to BE vehicles. Phasing of the BE vehicle charging system infrastructure installation will be relatively simple and can be carried out with minimal impacts on continued operations. As operators currently fuel the vehicles at the offsite location, work rules do not preclude operators from "fueling" (i.e., charging) and as such, operators (or bus servicers, depending on when the bus needs to be charged) would be responsible for plugging in buses for charging each day. 7.1 PROPOSED MAINTENANCE FACILITY MODIFICATIONS The following summarizes the proposed improvements for the new BEB charging stations and  along the edge of the property and at the rear of the parking spaces.  associated infrastructure at the Maintenance Facility (Figure 7-1):  A new 400 A switchboard to provide adequate additional power to the facility, along with associated equipment pads and bollards. The new switchboard would be fed from the A new 500 kW generator with 350 gallons of onsite diesel fuel storage in order to support 100% service for one day; the current calculation assumes fuel needed for approximately one A minimum of six 15-kW level 2 vehicle chargers with a 1:1 charger-to-dispenser ratio (SAE 1772-compliant) to serve a maximum of six active (in revenue service) vehicles; Equipment pads and associated bollard protection around chargers and dispensers; Communication system panel/distribution cabinet and conduits to each charger; Pavement/base replacementrepair for trenching associated with electrical distribution for locations where new electrical service and switchboard will be allocated;  existing utility transformer adjacent to the Vehicle Wash;  day of outage;  New automatic transfer switch between generator and switchgear;  Power main feeder and sub feeders;  No proposed modifications to the buildings.  27    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Figure 7-1: CAT ZEV Site Conceptual Master Plan: Maintenance Facility  NEW 400A MIN. ELECTRICAL METER AND PANEL BOARD IMAGE #1  (6)N NEW1 15KW MIN. LEVEL: 2 CHARGERS WI ONE CONNECTOR EACH  BUSF PARKING CANOPY 5S B ER EMPLOYEE PARKING -EXISTING CHAINLINKFENCE -EXISTING GENERATOR  VEHICLE WASH  MAIN ENTRYI EXIT  MAINTENANCE BUILDING  EMPLOYEEPARKNG EXISTINGI TRANSFORMER UTILITY  7.2 PROPOSED DEPOT FACILITY MODIFICATIONS  The following summarizes the proposed improvements for the new BEB charging stations and  associated infrastructure at the Depot (Figure 7-2):  Ar new 200 A meter switchboard to provide adequate additional power to the facility, along with associated equipment pads and bollards. The new location of the service feed for this One 60-kW vehicle charger with a 1:1 charger-to-dispenser ratio SAEJ1772-complant, to serve a maximum of one active (in revenue service) vehicle at at time; Equipment pads and associated bollard protection around chargers and dispensers; Communication system panel/distribution cabinet and conduits to each charger; Pavement/base replacementrepair for trenching associated with electrical distribution for locations where new electrical service and switchboard will be allocated; Fort this location al back-up generator is not proposed to be necessary.  meter has not been determined as a part of this study.  Power maini feeder and sub feeders;  No proposed modifications to the buildings.  28    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Figure 7-2: CAT ZEV Site Conceptual Master Plan: Depot  NEW ELEC METER AND 200A MIN. PANEL BOARD, TYP  NEW CHARGER WI (2) BOLLARDS, TYP  OPTION1: NEW 60KW DC CHARGER WI ONE CONNECTOR INSTALLED WITHIN EXISTING PARKING LOT ISLAND  BUSSTOP  PATCH  EMPLOYEES TRANSIT CENTERPARKNO  OtsAve  7.3 GRID CONNECTION UPGRADES  The maintenance facility will not require new electrical service connections since an upgraded transformer was installed at the facility when the Vehicle Wash facility was constructed. Since the new electrical load for the chargers is relatively modest, additional improvements do not appear to be necessary. Ifadditional electrical loads are being considered by CAT or the public works department(s) also located at the facility, then further electrical system analysis may be required. The depot may require a new transformer and service feed to support the new DC fast charger. However, given the relatively small nature of the load for this single proposed charger, a new transformer may not be required and may be able to be supported from an existing utility transformer in the area.  7.4 COMMUNICATION INFRASTRUCTURE  Infrastructure for data communications within the charging system will include IP Ethernet wiring between each charger andi its associated dispensers, as well as between each charger and a local data switch. The actual wiring will be conventional Cat 6 Ethernet cable between devices or fiber, which would require at telecom cabinet. As the maximum length allowed for ethernet is 328 feet, the dispensers cannot be too far from their respective charger. Although longer distances are possible with fiberoptic  29    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  cable, the DC power cables that need to run parallel with the ethernet cables begin to have problems Once the ethernet lines from each charger are routed back to thet facility's data switch, the data can be contained within CAT's local network and managed directly by the agency. Alternately, the data can be routed to a cloud-based system-as needed to provide smart charging and data aggregation--that: is managed by at third party and/or is provided by the charger manufacturer. However, this would likely require coordination and approval of security and access, as it would necessitate outside entities operating within CAT's local network. Additionally, iti is recommended for CAT to implement a Wi-Fi network in the yard fors smart charging communication with buses while other communication upgrades  with voltage drop at this distance, so 328 feeti is a recommended limit.  are occurring as an alternative to traditional communications systems. 7.5 FIRE PROTECTION CONSIDERATIONS  With thei implementation of BEBS, fire protection andl life-safety concerns can be significant. However, due to the relatively new advent of these associated technologies, building and fire protection codes have not specifically addressed most of these concerns. National Fire! Protection Association (NFPA) 855' Standard for the Installation of Stationary Energy Storage Systems' is a standard that can potentially be applied to BEB storage, but this particular standard is excessive relative to the capacity of the! batteries onboard buses and considering all of CAT's buses are stored outside. The need for enhanced fire protection systems has not been determined as al baseline requirement for BEB implementation and would be left upt tot the discretion of the local fire marshal and the local building officials. The need for additional fire lanes or fire 'breaks' within long continuous rows of bus parking may need to be discussed with the local fire department buti is unlikely considering the size oft the fleet stored onsite and the relatively open nature oft the site with drive aisles between all oft the bus parking. IFCAT decides toi install photovoltaic solar canopies above the buses parking stalls, an NFPA 13 compliant automatic sprinkler system could be required because the canopy has a' 'use' underneath it as Furthermore, all modifications to the facility should be reviewed with the local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), in particular the fire marshal. Fire truck access to the site and hydrant access will need to be reviewed and approved by the pertinent AHJS prior to implementation of any additional infrastructure for charging equipment or solar canopies. However, since the site is designed for bus movements, fire truck access is relatively straightforward and should be accommodated without Ins summary, no fire protection systems are required for minimal BEB implementation but considerations foro covered canopies could trigger additional fire protection system upgrades to the facilities. 7.6 FALL PROTECTION AND SAFETY INFRASTRUCTURE  defined by the California Fire Code.  significant changes to thet facility.  CONSIDERATIONS  Fall protection systems are recommended for any vehicle maintenance and inspection shop. Additional fall protection systems should be considered to safely access the rooftop of buses for potential battery  30    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  inspection and maintenance. Note that not all BEB manufacturers locate the battery packs on the roof of the vehicle. Ifconsiderable rooftop access is necessary in the future, the agency should consider  additional fall protection systems in the shop. 7.7 EMERGENCY BACK-UP PLANNING  Transit agencies need to consider the portion of service (and thus of their ZEV fleet) that will be deployed or operated during grid-outage conditions. Ensuring that vehicles can charge during scheduled or unscheduled shutdowns is essential not only to maintain transit service but enable charging for Some transit agencies consider the use of al battery electric storage system (BESS) to provide temporary relief; however, these additional assets are capital intensive and require favorable energy policies to compensate such facilities for the additional services a BESS can provide. For the purposes of the site planning and cost estimating, Stantec assumed back-up power will be provided via a diesel fired 500 kW generator with a storage capacity for 500 gallons of diesel in order to serve one revenue day at 100% service levels. CAT already has an emergency generator at its facility, but this generator can only support the operations of the existing facility and does not have sufficient capacity to back-up electric vehicle chargers. See Figure 7-3 for example generator installation. Figure 7-3: Typical Stationary Back-Up Diesel Generator with Belly Tank Fuel Storage  vehicles used during potential emergency evacuation situations.  IfCAT wishes to operate for more days during an emergency, the size of generator will stay the same, but the required quantity of fuel will scale linearly. The total amount of fuel required to be stored onsite will depend on the anticipated duration of the utility electrical outage and the amount of time required to receive a delivery of diesel fuel, as well as on environmental regulations and local policies. Routine maintenance and checks will be required to ensure that the generator is in good working order and that Adequate space is available on-site for either a new permanent generator or accommodation for a mobile generator with load bank connection. The generator is placed relatively close to its respective  the diesel fuel is usable.  31    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  distribution panel. The location was determined to attempt to minimize the reduction of parking and minimize disruption to the site. The proposed generator locations are indicated in Figure 7-1.If permanent generators are installed, bollards should be installed surrounding the entire electrical equipment yard, but if a mobile generator is chosen as the preferred method of backup power, then the protective elements should be removable or installed in a manner to allow a mobile generator to be A permanent generator on-site will require an additional permit by the Air Quality Management District (AQMD) and will have annual limitations on the durations it is allowed to run. However, a temporary mobile generator that has been certified by the CARB would not require a permit by the AQMD but will have further restrictions on when it can be used such as during actual or imminent blackouts. Under any scenario, CAT should consider close coordination with both the AQMD and CARB as part of any plan to While diesel-fired generators will provide emergency back-up power, another potential avenue for resiliency is through renewables, such as solar energy generated through photovoltaics (PV). Several agencies have deployed solar PV assets to generate renewable energy to power functions like administration buildings. With the adoption ofa BEB fleet, additional harvesting of solar PV energy, together with storage of this energy in al BESS, can be used to charge a portion oft the fleet with energy that does not come 'from the grid'. As such, this strategy could be used to diminish some of the costs Nevertheless, solar arrays and stationary batteries have limitations. The power generated with solar PV arrays will likely account for a small portion of the energy requirements ofa BEB fleet, andi in the case of stationary batteries, once they have been discharged to charge a BEB, they need to be recharged, which typically takes several hours. In the event of an emergency, relying solely on solar energy is impractical. As such, deploying complementary fossil fuel-powered generators is necessary to generate  parked near the load bank cabinet to minimize the connection cable distance.  install a generator at the facility.  associated with charging, particularly during peak time-of-use periods.  the power required to charge a BEB fleet.  32    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  8.0 FINANCIAL EVALUATION AND IMPACTS  The financial evaluation for CAT's ZEV transition consisted of the modeling of a Base Case and a ZEV Case through a 2045 horizon. The Base Case is the 'business as usual' scenario and assumes the continued use of the current CAT fleet. The ZEV Case is the scenario in which the fleeti is transitioned to 100% BE vehicles. The Base Case and ZEV Case are used for illustrative purposes to determine the comparative financial impacts of a transition to a ZEV fleet compared to business as usual. This in turn can provide insight into budget and funding requirements for capital and operating costs. The financial modeling process is comprised of several steps. First, Stantec worked with CAT to collect all relevant financial data. The data, coupled with industry research, was used to determine the model inputs. After the model inputs were complete, costs were projected year by year through 2045 using a 3% inflation rate, energy price trends15, and vehicle price trends16 where applicable. The financial modeling is Itisi important to understand the inherent limitations of the financial modeling due to assumptions about costs, service levels, operations, asset life cycles, and other factors that are difficult to predict. Additionally, iti is important to note the categories modeled are focused on the impacts ofa change in propulsion type. They do not account for service delivery costs (such as driver salaries) as these costs  expressed in year of expenditure.  would be largely comparable in both scenarios. 8.1 FINANCIAL MODEL INPUTS  The financial model consists of eight main inputs that can largely be divided into fleet and cost information. The fleet inputs include vehicle lifecycle/ULB, vehicle mileage, and fuel efficiency. Cost inputs include vehicle purchase costs, vehicle maintenance, fuel, vehicle midlife refurbishments, and facility infrastructure and charging equipment. Alli inputs and assumptions are described in more detail  below. Fleet Inputs  Vehicle Lifecycles & Useful Life Benchmarks (ULB)  Both fossil fuel vehicles and ZEVS were assigned a ULB of 20 years based on data provided by CAT as well as ZEV industry information. However, is important to note that no reliable data can backup the assumption that ZEV can operate for that long period of time, even when assuming battery replacements in the midlife of the vehicle. Iti is important to note that no agency has operated ZEVs for ai full life cycle, sO actual ULBS are not currently known. The ULBS for each vehicle type are summarized in Table 8-1.  15U.S. Energy Information Administration - EIA- Independent Statistics and Analysis 16 Vehicle price trends were derived from the CARB Transit Fleet Cost Model https://ww2. arbca.govresourcesocumentstanst-leetcost-mode.  33    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT Table 8-1: Vehicle Lifecycles Vehicle Type Diesel bus Diesel cutaway Gasoline cutaway BE cutaway Vehicle Mileage  Lifecycle (years) 20 20 20 20  Annual average vehicle mileage was calculated using fleet data provided by CAT. BE vehicle types were assumed to have the same annual average vehicle mileage as their fossil fuel equivalents. For example, BEBs were assumed to have the same mileage as diesel buses. A summary of the annual average  vehicle mileage is shown in Table 8-2.  Table 8-2: Annual Average Vehicle Mileage by Vehicle Type  Vehicle Type Diesel bus Diesel cutaway Gasoline cutaway BE cutaway (bus replacement) BE cutaway (diesel cutaway replacement) BE cutaway (gasoline cutaway replacement) Fuel Efficiency  Annual Average Vehicle Mileage (miles per vehicle per year) 9,895 4,068 9,008 9,895 4,068 9,008  Average fuel efficiency was calculated using fleet data provided by CAT as well as the fleet and power modeling conducted by Stantec (Section 5.0). The fuel efficiencies for each vehicle type are shown in  Table 8-3.  Table 8-3: Fuel Efficiency by Vehicle Type  Vehicle Type Diesel bus Diesel cutaway Gasoline cutaway BE cutaway  Fuel Efficiency 3.71 miles/gallon 5.88 miles/gallon 4.54 miles/gallon 0.79 miles/kWh  34    ZEV: STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Cost Inputs Vehicle Purchase Costs  Vehicle purchase costs were determined using cost information provided by CAT and BE market research, and a vehicle price outlook trend was applied. 17 The capital costs for each vehicle type are  summarized in Table 8-4. Table 8-4: Vehicle Purchase Costs Vehicle Type Diesel bus Diesel cutaway Gasoline cutaway BE cutaway  Vehicle Purchase Costs $390,472.00 $101,236.00 $101,236.00 $260,971.00  Vehicle Maintenance  Fossil fuel vehicle maintenance costs were estimated using data provided by CAT. BE vehicle maintenance costs were assumed to be 10% less than thet fossil fuel vehicle equivalents. ZEVS have fewer moving parts compared to internal combustion engines, translating to fewer breakdowns and reduced maintenance. A 3% inflation rate was applied to all maintenance costs. Maintenance costs are  expressed in dollars per mile as shown in Table 8-5. Table 8-5: Vehicle Maintenance Costs  Vehicle Type Diesel bus Diesel cutaway Gasoline cutaway BE cutaway (bus replacement) BE cutaway (diesel cutaway replacement) BE cutaway (gasoline cutaway replacement)  Vehicle Maintenance Costs (dollars permile) $0.58 $1.40 $0.63 $0.52 $1.26 $0.57  17 Vehicle price trends were derived from the CARB Transit Fleet Cost Model. htpsww2arb.ca.ovresourcesidoesdocuments/ransit-feet-cost-mode!  35    ZEVSTRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Fuel  Fossil fuel costs were determined using datap provided by CAT and are expressed in dollars per gallon. The PG&E BEV-2-S off-peak rate! 18 was used for the electricity cost, expressed in dollars per kWh. All fuel types were also forecasted using the US Energy Information Agency (EIA) trends for the respective  energy types. 19 Thei fuel cost inputs are summarized in Table 8-6.  Table 8-6: Fuel Costs Fuel Diesel Gasoline Electricity  Cost $4.93/gallon $4.25/gallon $0.19/Wh  Midlife Refurbishments and Battery Replacements  Vehicle midlife refurbishment costs were assumed to be included in the maintenance costs. CAT conducts inspections every 45 days and performs needed maintenance or equipment replacements as issues arise. The cost ofal battery replacement for BEBs was assumed to be included in the vehicle purchase price because BEB warranties commonly include one battery replacement. However, CAT should review contract and warranty terms to understand expected battery performance and replacement  conditions for specific OEMS and vehicles. Facility Infrastructure and Charging Equipment  Estimates fort the facility infrastructure and charging equipment were developed by. Jacobus & Yuang, Inc. Thef facility modifications to accommodate BE vehicles and the related chargers will be phased in over time in accordance with the fleet phasing schedule described in Section 6.0. The fleet phasing schedule identifies facility modifications in 2023 and 2029 to ensure there are sufficient chargers to support the Ina addition to equipment, costs include general requirements, design contingency, contractors' markups, ande escalation. Costs per year are summarized in Table 8-7, and an inflation rate of 3% was applied. More information about itemized costs can be found in Appendix B: Cost Estimates. Table 8-7: Facility Infrastructure and Charging Equipment Costs by Year  number of BE vehicles in the fleet.  Year 2023 2029  Infrastructure & Equipment Costs $881,740.01 $247,353.99  Description  15kWI level 2 chargers (3). 60kW fast charger (1) 15kWI level 2 chargers (3) BEV.pdf  18 https:/ Iwww. pge. comlantfisassetsipdnartDOokELEC SCHEDS  19 https:/www. eia. gov/outlooks  36    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  8.2 COMPARISON & OUTCOMES  The cost comparison between the Base Case and the ZEV Case transition scenario is presented in Table 8-8 incorporating both capital (orange) and operating (blue) expenses. The ZEV Case has a total cumulative cost of $5.7 million versus $2.9 million for the Base Case, a difference of $2.7 million or a 97% increase. However, the ZEV fleet is expected to save close to $275,000 in maintenance and fuel The financial assessment does not consider any rebates, grants, credits, or other alternative funding mechanisms. Therefore, there may be several opportunities to offset the difference in the price between the Base Case and ZEV Case. Potential funding sources are discussed in Section12.0. Table 8-8: Base Case and ZEV Case Comparison 2023-2045  expenses over the timeframe.  Base Case $1,026,724 $- $1,109,997 $752,962 $- $2,889,683  ZEV Case $2,918,556 $- $1,035,713 $552,683 $1,177,094 $5,684,045  Cost difference (ZEV- Base)20 $(1,891,832) $- $74,284 $200,279 $(1,177,094) $(2,794,362)  Fleet Acquisition Fleet RefurbishmenuBattery Replacement Fleet Maintenance Fuel/Electricity Infrastructure Total  Figure 8-1 shows al breakdown of costs between the Base Case and ZEV Case. The procurement of BE vehicles is $1,160,000 more than the Base Case due to the higher purchase price of BE vehicles compared to fossil fuel vehicles. Additionally, the conversion and upgrades to the facility to install charging infrastructure represents an added cost of $1,080,000. Lastly, the use of electricity represents an economic benefit of $117,000 over the life of the project when compared to the existing fossil fuel refueling. These savings are a direct reflection of the improved efficiency that BE vehicles have with respect to legacy technologies, with the added benefit of eliminating emissions.  20 Positive values represent savings.  37    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Figure 8-1: Cost Breakdown of Base Case and ZEV Case Scenarios  $6,000.000 $5,000.000 $4.000,000 $3,000,000 $2,000,000 $1.000.000 $-  $552,683 51035.713  $752.962 $1.109.997  Base  ZEV  Fleet Acquisition Fleet Maintenance Fuel "Infrastructure  Figure 8-2 shows the year-to-year comparison between the Base Case and the ZEV Case. The higher costs for the ZEV Case occur during the years that facility modifications are conducted and whena  greater number of vehicles are purchased. Figure 8-2: Annual Cost Comparison 2023-2045  $1.000.000 $900.000 $800.000 $700.000 $600.000 $500.000 $400,000 $300,000 $200.000 $100,000  100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% % 40% B 30% 20% 10% 0%  2023 2025 2027 2029 2031 2033 2035 2037 2039 2041 2043 2045  - Base -ZEV --Fleet %ZEV  38    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  9.0 OPERATIONAL AND PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS  This section provides guidance and strategies for various operational and planning requirements when  implementing BEBS.  9.1 PLANNING, SCHEDULING, AND RUNCUTTING  According to the phasing schedule, the first ZEVS will be introduced in 2025, but construction and deployment of chargers will need to be occur prior to that, preferably at least 6 months ahead of the Key considerations for BE vehicle planning and scheduling include the fact that the useable energy of the battery is 80% oft the nameplate capacity. While CAT may purchase buses that have a 120-kWh battery, for instance, it should plan for 80% of that capacity or -96 kWh. The modeling conducted by the Stantec team in this study will help guide the deployment and charging parameters for BE vehicles in Developing a guide like the depot planning tool from Siemens below (Figure 9-1) that tracks the requirements for SOC, energy (kWh), estimated and planned mileages, and fuel economy (kWh per Figure 9-1: Depot Planning Tool to Understand Scheduling and Operations of BE  acquisition.  CAT's operations scheduling.  mile) will be important for planning and dispatching.  Vehicles (Source: Siemens)  Example -4 buses and 2 chargers clw 2 dispensers each  wh/ka  Non-revenue tests during vehicle commissioning should be conducted in different parts of CAT's service area to establish actual range and fuel economy on longer routes, routes with topography variations, and with simulated passenger loads and HVAC testing. Regarding HVAC testing, iti is important to keep in  mind that energy consumption varies with seasonality.  39    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Training for the scheduling and planning team willl be needed to understand the importance of scheduling BE vehicles to the correct blocks. Training will also likely be needed in collaboration with CAT's scheduling software provider to account for hybrid deployments of BE and fossil fuel vehicles, and In the long term, iti is also important to consider battery capacity degradation; most BEB battery warranties specify that expected end of life capacity is 70% to 80% oft the original capacity over six to twelve years2'. With an estimated 2% battery degradation per year, CAT will also need to rotate vehicles so that older buses are assigned shorter blocks, while newer BE vehicles are assigned the longest blocks. Transit agencies can improve battery outcomes through efforts like avoiding full charging and discharging events, avoiding extreme temperature exposure, and performing regular maintenance on Developing specific performance measures, goals, and objectives for BE vehicle deployment can also help to track BE vehicle progress and understand if adjustments to the BE vehicle deployment strategy  finally an entirely-BE operation.  auxiliary systems that consume energy.  will be required.  9.2 OPERATOR NEEDS  As BE vehicles have different components and controls than conventional vehicles, BE vehicle performance also differs. Driving habits have a significant effect on BE vehicle energy consumption and overall performance and range (i.e., fuel economy can vary significantly between operators). Training is required to assure that operators are knowledgeable about regenerative braking, mechanical braking, hill holding, and roll back. Operators should also be trained on optimal driving habits including recommended levels of acceleration and deceleration that will maximize fuel efficiency. Another option is to implement a positive incentive program that encourages operators to practice optimal driving habits for BE vehicles. This can be accomplished through rewards like priority parking in the employee lot, certificates, or other incentives. The Antelope Valley Transit Authority (AVTA) in Lancaster, California, has a program of friendly competition between operators in which the operator with the best average monthly fuel economy (the lowest kWh per mile) receives one month of access to Ina addition to driving training, operators should be educated about the expected range and limitations of BE vehicles. This can include factors such as variability in energy consumption from HVAC and different weather conditions, as well as expected recharging times and procedures. BE vehicle operators should be able to understand battery SOC, remaining operating time, estimated range, and other system notifications as well as become familiar with the dashboard controls and warning signals. Finally, BE vehicles are much quieter than conventional vehicles. Operators should be aware that pedestrians or people around the vehicle may not be aware of its presence or that it is approaching.  a preferred parking spot in the employee lot.  21 National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine 2020. Guidebook for Deploying Zero-Emission Transit  Buses. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. Mps/O0910.1282342  40    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT 9.3 MAINTENANCE NEEDS  BE vehicle propulsion systems are more efficient than internal combustion engines. Without the diesel engine and exhaust system, there are 30% fewer mechanical parts on al BE vehicle compared to a conventional vehicle. BE vehicles also do notr require oil changes and the use of regenerative braking can help to extend the useful life of brake pads. Therefore, the elimination of thei internal combustion engine and powertrain may reduce operating maintenance costs in labor, material, and outsourcing. However, not enough data currently exists to provide detailed insights into long-term maintenance practices for ZEV deployments in North America, particularly for cutaways and vans. Early studies from Kings County Metro show that the highest percentage of maintenance costs for BEBS came from the cab, body, and accessories system. Iti is recommended that CAT require OEMS to provide al list of activities, preventative maintenance time intervals, skills needed, and required parts needed to complete each preventative maintenance task for BE vehicles. CAT should also coordinate with OEMS and component manufacturers to develop spare parts inventories and understand lead times for spare parts. Many BEBs contain on-board communication systems, which are helpful in providing detailed bus performance data and reporting error messages. This can assist maintenance personnel in quickly  identifying and diagnosing maintenance issues.  9.4 VEHICLE PROCUREMENT GUIDANCE  BE options for cutaways and vans are limited, which also limits procurement options. Currently, three BE cutaways are on the market, but they have not been Altoona tested. Our modeling assumed that Altoona The Lightning Systems E450 Shuttle Bus has a 129-kWh battery with ar range of up to 120 miles. The vehicle is eligible for a $60,000 incentive per vehicle under the Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Program (HVIP) 22. Another cutaway available for a $60,000 HVIP voucher is the GreenPower EV Star+ with a battery size of 118 kWh ands stated range of upt to 150 miles23. Finally, the Optimal-EV S1LF is al low-floor cutaway with a 113-kWh battery and 125-mile range. The vehicle utilizes Proterra's battery management system. Currently, only the GreenPower EV Star+ is listed in the CAlACT/MBTA Purchasing Cooperative, but as more agencies begin to purchase BEBs, itis expected that more vehicles will be added. CAT should specify two rear-mounted charging ports accepting a minimum charging rate of 60 kW (200 ADC). at 480 VDC or greater via SAE J1772 to maximize flexibility when parking and charging the vehicles. Example vehicles are summarized Table 9-1. CAT should develop a competitive tendering process for its fleet procurement and use programs like the CalACT/MBTA Purchasing Cooperative to streamline procurement. CAT should also leverage APTA's Standard Bus Procurement Request for Proposal which  testing will be completed prior to any procurements.  22 https: Icaliforniahvip. orphvehidleslighining.sysese1ICehusoe4SP-a.annng-powerran  23 https: IIcalforniahvip. oro.vehiclesigrenpowerey-starplus  41    ZEV: STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  contains language about charger specifications, data logging and telematics, and other information that  would be useful to include for vehicle and charger procurements.4, Table 9-1: Summary of BE Vehicle Options  Vehicie type  ZEV Make and type model BE Lightning Systems E450 Shuttle Bus  Battery Range size (kWh) 129  (miles) Notes  Example Vehicle Photos  120 Eligible for $60,000 HVIP voucher. Supports both Level 2 and DC fast chargers. 150 Eligible for $60,000 HVIP voucher. Supports both Level 2 and DC fast chargers. 125 Low-floor vehicle with ADA-compliant entry ramp. Uses Proterra battery management systems. Supports both Level 2 and DC fast chargers.  BE  GreenPower 118 EV: Star+  Cutaway  BE  Optimal-EV S1LF  113  9.5 0&M CONTRACTOR PROCUREMENT GUIDANCE  Many smaller transit agencies throughout the country use a third-party operations and maintenance (O&M) contractor to handle vehicle operations and maintenance. The contractor provides an all-inclusive billing rate for operations based on scheduled vehicle hours, an all-inclusive rate for maintenance based on scheduled vehicle miles, with ai fixed monthly fee for a set contract term, with option rates for  additional terms.  * https: www. apta.c com/fesearchiechnialresoureshtandardipourmenlagielis-bpea1001-13  42    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Based on this service delivery model, any savings resulting from a ZEV transition (such as reduced vehicle maintenance) would flowt to the O&M contractor. Because of this, Stantec recommends that future procurement documents stipulate language for conditions to revisit the contracted rate once a certain portion of the fleet is transitioned to ZEVS. This wille ensure that protections are built-in so that any cost savings realized by the O&M contractor is passed on to CAT. Example language from a procurement The Contractor acknowledges that, as of the Commencement Date, the County's fleet comprises the Buses listed in Appendix E to the SOPandi includes pog Electric Buses. The Contractor further acknowledges that the County intends to increase the number of Electric Buses available for Service and the Contractor shall cooperate. fully with the County in the transition from diesel to Electric  document drafted by Stantec is shown below:  Buses, in accordance with the terms of this Contract and the SOP.  The Contractor shall support the County during the transition from a fossil fuel fleet to a zero- emission fleet. Ifthe County transitions greater than 35, percent (35%) of the fleet to zero-emission buses, the County may request the Contractor to review the Hourly (or per Mile) Rate to dentifyreductions associated with zero-emission bus maintenance programs and requirements. Within thirty (30) days ofreceipt of the request from the County, the Contractor shall submit a proposal setting out the proposed new Hourly (or per Mile) Rate.  9.6 CHARGING NEEDS  BE vehicle recharging is substantialy different than fueling a conventional vehicle. As part of the ZEV transition, plug-in chargers are proposed for BE vehicle charging at the maintenance facility. Once BE vehicles return to the yard and are parked, a service line technician or operator will plugi ini the dispenser to recharge the vehicle. CAT can monitor and control overall charging levels to balance energy needs with overall power demand. This will distribute charging to avoid large surges in power demand, while ensuring BE vehicles are charged. Smart charging software is described in more detail in Section 10.0.  43    ZEV STRATEGY ANDI FINAL REPORT  Figure 9-2: A BE Passenger Van Plugged into a Charger  rapspoR  9.7 BATTERY DEGRADATION  Following the recommendations of the manufacturer is important to preserve the battery life. This includes charging the battery to a maximum of 90% SOC and not allowing the battery to dip below 10% SOC. Furthermore, keeping charging below 300 kW can help extend the lifespan of the batteries. Despite following these recommendations, natural battery degradation will always occur. Vehicle manufacturers offer extended warranties in their purchase agreements to account for battery degradation of 20% of the vehicle's nameplate capacity. Actual experience may differ, and CAT will need to work with  its vendors to understand warranty terms.  44    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  10.0 TECHNOLOGY  There are two types of technology that will help CAT manage its fleet: smart charging and fleet tracking software. Charge management or smart charging technology is imperative to manage electrical demand, curb costly demand charges, and to mitigate maximum power requirements of vehicle charging. Fleet tracking software, also known as telematics, tracks useful analytics related to the fleet and operations to  help CAT make informed decisions. 10.1 SMART CHARGING  Transit agencies use smart charging software to optimize BE vehicle charging. Smart charging minimizes charging during peak times of the day and restrains the total power demand required for a BE fleet. Itl leverages artificial intelligence (AI) and switching processes to control when and how much charging occurs. This is based on factors such as time of day, number of connected BE vehicles, and the SOC of each BE vehicle. Well-planned smart charging can significantly reduce the electric utility Smart charging requires chargers that can be controlled as well as a software platform that can effectively aggregate and manage the chargers. A best practice is to select chargers where the manufacturers are participants in the Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP), a consortium of over 50 members focused on bringing standardization to the communications of chargers with their network There are several offerings in the industry for smart charging, charger management, and fleet management from companies such as ViriCiti, I/O Systems, AMPLY Power, Better Fleet (previously Evenergi), and Siemens. The charger manufacturers all have their own native charge management software and platforms. These platforms have management functionality and integration that often exceeds the abilities of the other platforms and provide data and functionality similar to that of the third- party systems. However, the third-party platforms provide more robust data streams while the BE vehicles are on route, including real-time information on SOC and usage rates. Three leading charge management system (CMS) vendors have been evaluated as shown in Table 10-1. Information within this table was provided by the vendors. This table indicates this point in time-at the time of procurement the features and criteria should be verified with the vendor. Note that' Viriciti was purchased by ChargePoint in 2021, the intent is to operate ViriCitis separately from ChargePoint. A Buy  demand by timing when and how much charging each vehicle receives.  platform.  America evaluation will be required for these vendors.  45    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Table 10-1: Charge Management System Vendor Comparison (based on manufacturer's information)  Item Criteria Description AMPLY Power OMEGA 1 Number of installations 14 (facilities) with multiple high voltage direct current chargers utilizing the software 2 Quantify uptime % of 99.99% cloud base service 3 What networking supported, ie., wired Ethernet, cellular, other 4 OCPP 1.6 compatibility Yes 5 OCPP: 2.0 compatibility Yes 6 List available data fields that can be reported (such as starting and ending Soc, bus ID, charging power, ..)  ViriCiti- - Agnostic Management Platform More than 300  ChargePoint- CMS 300+  No.  99.99%  99.99%  Hardwired ethernet is recommended,  Cellular is recommended, wired Ethernet, Cellular and' WIFI are supported  protocols or modes are cellular and facility WIFI are supported  Yes Yes Reports:  Yes Yes  SOC: start and end of charging session, SOC all the time whether bus inp plugged in, parked or in the field. Rate of charge (kW) of each charger port. Bus ID all the time whether bus is plugged in orr not. Charging session: Energy dispensed Duration of charging,  Uptime, Downtime, and Offline chargers (in hours, percentage, and total for a group) Energy Reports (in kWh and hours of duration)  Location of bus (in-depot, in field, etc.) Transactions:  Charger OEM, Charger Name, Connector type, Connector/port number (1 or2) Vehicle Name/Number Start Time and End Time  46    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  11.0 WORKFORCE CONSIDERATIONS  The deployment of a new propulsion technology will require new training regimes for operators and maintenance staff. This section describes some key training considerations as well as the 11.1 ZEVTRANSITION WORKFORCE IMPLICATIONS  implications of the adoption of ZEVS.  Early data suggest that ZEVS may require less maintenance than their fossil fuel counterparts  because27:  The battery, motor, and associate electronics require little to no regular maintenance. There are fewer fluids, such as engine oil, that require regular maintenance. Brake wear is significantly reduced due to regenerative braking. There are fewer moving parts relative to a conventional fuel engine.  Because of this, the broader concern throughout the industry is a possible reduction in the number of maintenance staff required for a ZEV fleet. However, a reduction of staff should not be a major concern for agencies and municipalities for two main reasons: 1) high potential for new maintenance needs and requirements that arise from the maturation of ZEV technology, and 2) workforce training, upskilling, and reskilling programs available through the federal government. Currently, there is no comprehensive data to provide detailed insights into long-term maintenance practices for large-scale While fewer maintenance practices may be needed for ZEVS, the technology continues to evolve rapidly, providing avenues for continuous learning and staying updated on the latest advancements in ZEV maintenance and repair. New maintenance protocols and essential knowledge and skillsets have already emerged as the technology continues to mature and become more sophisticated.  ZEV deployments in North America.  Examples of specialized areas of knowledge include:  Overall ZEV technology: understanding the fundamental principles of ZEV technology, including the battery systems, electric motors, power electronics, regenerative braking, and Diagnostic tools and software: knowledge of specialized diagnostic tools and software  other key components.  used to assess and troubleshoot ZEVS.  27 htpsylaldcenerpysowygovwvehceslelecre maintenance. html  Stantec  55    ZEVSTRATEGY ANDI FINAL REPORT  Battery maintenance and management: understanding of monitoring charge levels, Charging and fueling infrastructure: understanding of charging and fueling methods including fast charging and slow charging, as well as the various charging connectors and Regenerative braking systems: understanding of how this system works andi its impact on Ina addition, the FTA Workforce Development Initiative28 provides resources and support for public transit agencies to recruit, retain, and train transit workers. Thei initiative also ensures that agencies can upskill, reskill, and hire an equitable and diverse workforce for current and new jobs emerging  temperature management, and proper storage techniques.  their safe usage. vehicle efficiency.  through advanced technologies. The goals of the initiative are to:  Provide a roadmap and strategic support to help transit agencies recruit, retain, and train Develop resources to ensure equity and diversity in the public transit workforce. Help agencies use the half of one percent available from urbanized area formula grants and other funding investments to develop workforce initiatives that address the unique needs of Partner with the Department of Labor to help agencies leverage funding and initiatives across Help support the development ofi internships, apprenticeships, and/or work-based skills As needed, develop a transit curriculum for transit operators and engineerstechnicians especially in safely working with low or zero-emission buses while ensuring there is no duplication of training activities led! by the National Transit Institute (NTI). Support academic andi technical trade education partnerships, especially with community Assess and develop partnerships with social services programs to ensure workforce development programs also have resources to support worker transitions from other fields  their workforce. each agency. both federal agencies. training.  colleges.  ord disadvantaged backgrounds. Elements of the initiative include:  Cooperative agreements with transit agencies to develop innovative workforce projects. Meetings and conferences to gather information about public transit agency workforce  Reports and information on the results of those projects. Ar new transit workforce technical assistance program.  issues/concerns.  28 https:/www: transit. aostasAmsaNssasnbsadstmeaNs  Stantec  56    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  It will bei important for CAT to research and utilize any available programs and funding to aid with the transition of their workforce from fossil fuel fleet maintenance practices to ZEV maintenance  protocols.  11.2 TRAINING  BE vehicle manufacturers include basic training modules for bus operators and maintenance technicians that are typically included in the purchase price of the vehicle, with additional training modules and programs also available for purchase. It will be important for CAT leadership to work withi its O&M operator and staff to understand how best to approach training for BE vehicles and determine whether additional training is needed. In general, maintenance technicians and operators will need to know how to perform inspections, conduct routine maintenance and repairs, and The minimum required training recommendations are as follows for operators and maintenance  understand safety procedures related to the new technology.  technicians:  BEB Operator training (total 56 hours)  Operator drive training (four sessions, four hours each) Operator vehicle/system orientation (20 sessions, two hours each) Preventative maintenance training (four sessions, eight hours each) Electricallelectronic training (six sessions, eight hours each) Multiplex training (four sessions, each session consisting of three, eight-hour days) HVAC training (four sessions, four hours each) Brake training (four sessions, four hours each) Energy Storage System (ESS), lithium-ion battery and energy management hardware and software training (six sessions, eight hours each) Electric drive/transmission training (six sessions, eight hours each)  BEB Maintenance technician training (total 304 hours)  Acquiring the following tools and safety materials should be a top priority to ensure successful in-  house ZEVmaintenance. and management. Operational training module High voltage interface box Virtual training module High voltage insulated tools Insulated PPE Electrical safety hooks Arc flash clothing  Stantec  57    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Table 11-1 below provides at framework of potential training methods and strategies to bolster CAT's  workforce development and successfully transition to a 100% ZEV1 fleet.  Table 11-1: Potential Training Methods  Plan Train-the-trainer Bus vendor training and fueling vendor Retraining & refresher training ZEV training from other transit agencies National Transit Institute (NTI) training Local partnerships and collaborations Professional associations  Description need for external training. necessary training. Transit.  Small numbers of staff are trained, and subsequently train colleagues. This maintains institutional knowledge while reducing the OEM training provides critical, equipment-specific operations and maintenance information. Prior to implementing ZEV technology, CAT staff will work with the OEMs to ensure all employees complete Entry level, intermediate, and advanced continuous leaming opportunities will be offered to all CAT staff. CAT should leverage the experience of agencies who were early ZEV adopters, such as the ZEVUniversity program offered by AC NTI offers zero-emissions courses such as ZEV management and benchmarking and performance. CAT could work with local schools to showcase potential careers in bus and façilities management to students. Associations such as the Zero Emission Bus Resource Alliance offer opportunities for sharing and lessons leamed across transit  agencies.  The priority in maintenance needs will be the issue of safety in dealing with high-voltage systems. All maintenance personnel in the garage, whether doing servicing, inspection, or repairs and those in other routines (e.g., plugging and unplugging BE vehicles) must be educated on the characteristics of this technology. One essential component is the provision and mandate of additional Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) beyond that which is required by automotive garage workplace legislated standards or CAT's policies. Examples of such apparel include high voltage insulated work gloves, flame retardant clothing, insulated safety footwear, face shields, special insulated hand tools, and grounding of apparatus that staff may be using. Also, procedures in dealing with accidents and Current BEBS also contain on-board communication systems, which are helpful in providing detailed bus performance data and report error messages, which can assist maintenance personnel in quickly identifying and diagnosing maintenance issues. In addition, agencywide orientation to familiarize the agency with the new technology should also be conducted prior to the first BE vehicle  injuries must be established with instructions and warning signs posted.  deployment.  11.3 CHANGE MANAGEMENT  Finally, a ZEV transition and implementation is an agencywide endeavor that also includes the need to actively consider utilities as a stakeholder and partner. Communication will be critical during the  Stantec  58    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  transition to ensure customers are made aware of potential disruptions and changes to bus  operations.  Stantec  59    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  12.0 POTENTIAL FUNDING SOURCES  As a clear cost driver for transit agencies, funding the ZE transition will require external financial aid. Due to thel long timeframe over which buses will be procured and infrastructure willl be constructed, it isi imperative that CAT constantly monitors existing funding and financing opportunities and is aware of when new sources are created. Additionally, as more transit agencies in the state and country consider ZEV transitions, newi funding opportunities may occur. Below are major current programs  available for ZEVtransition in Table 12-1.  Stantec  60    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Table 12-1: Grants and Potential Funding Options for ZEV Transition  Type Agency  Fund/GrantProgram Description  Additional Notes  Low-No provides competitive funding for the procurement ofl low or no emission vehicles, including the leasing or purchasing ofv vehicles and related since FY2016 and is a subprogram oft the Section 5339 Grants for Bus and Bus Facilities.  Federal Transit Low or No Emission supporting infrastructure.  Federal Administration (FTA) Program (Low-No  A20% local match is required.  Program) (5339(c))29 This has been an annual program under the FAST Act  Buses and Bus  Grants applicable tor rehab buses, purchase new  Federal Federal Administration Transit (FTA) (5339(a) Facilities formula Program buses, and invest and renovate related equipment and A20% local matchi is required.  5339(b) competitive") facilities for low or no emission vehicles or facilities.  Typically, the MPO or another lead public agency is the can allocate these funds for the purchase of ZEVS. The federal share is not to exceed 80% for capital  5311 grant funding makes federal resources available direct recipient of thesef funds and distributes these to  Federal Transit Grants for Rural Areas to rural areas for transit capital, planning and operating local transit agencies based on TIP allocation. Agencies  Federal Administration (FTA) (5311)32  assistance. Eligible activities include capital investments in bus and bus-related activities such as replacement, overhaul and rebuilding of buses.  projects.  29 https: www. transit. dot. gov/lowno#: -textlnev620LoW/620or/620N0)620EmsSion.easingy20020requiredes20supporting'620faclities  30 https: www. transitdotgovfundinglgrantsbusprogram 31 https: //www. tanstdotso.busgrgan 32 Mbshtansidatoann-omagasal  Stantec  61    ZEVSTRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Type Agency  Fund/GrantProgram Description  Additional Notes  5310 formula funding provides resources to help meet  Enhanced Mobility of the transportation needs of older adults and people For small urban Seniors & Individuals with disabilities. Eligible subrecipients (from the State  Federal Transit Federal Administration (FTA). with Disabilities  and rural areas, the State ist the direct  for rural areas) include publict transit operators. Eligible recipient and distributes these funds as ity wishes. activities include capital investments int buses and Agencies can allocate these funds for the purchase of  (5310)3"  vans, wheelchair lifts and harnesses, and other  ZEVS.  equipment.  The CMAQ Program provides funds tos states for congestion and improve air quality, particularly ina areas standards. This includes projects that reduce criteria air pollutants regulated from lansporaton-related sources, such as ZEV projects.  Congestion Mitigation transportation projects designed to reduce traffic Improvement Program of the country that dor not attain national air quality  Federal Highway and Air Quality Federal Administration (FHWA).  (CMAQ)4  Previously known as BUILD and TIGER, RAISE isa investments in roads, bridges, transit, rail, ports, and intermodal transportation.  United States Federal Department of Transportation (USDOT)  Local and Regional discretionary grant program aimed to support Project Assistance investment in infrastructure. Program (RAISE) RAISE funding supports planning and capital  AI local match is required.  Voucher program created in 2009 aimed at reducing  California Air Resources Board Emission Truck and (CARB)  Hybrid and Zero- the purchase cost of zero-emission vehicles. Bus Voucher Incentive Transit agencies decide on a vehicle, contact the Program (HVIP)36 vendor directly, and then the vendor applies for the  State  Voucher rebates vary by vehicle type and model." 37  voucher.  33 https: lwww. tanstdeisoufindngsamsamsimoiineabitessegton.s3io 34 https: lwww. astionssanainsTEsIENAARISNENliksman  35 https: /www. lansporalon.OVIRAEgTans/aDou: 36 Atps/callomahp.org 37 ntps/calfomahvp.org.vehicecatalog!  Stantec  62    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Type Agency  Fund/GrantProgram Description  Additional Notes  California Air (CARB).  Carl Moyer Memorial The Carl Moyer Program provides funding to help  State  Resources Board Air Quality Standards procure low-emission vehicles and equipment. Itis  Attainment Programae implemented as a partnership between CARB and Transit buses are eligible for up to $80,000 in funding.  local air districts.  California Air Resources Board Mitigation Trust (CARB)  Volkswagen Environmental Funding?9  VW's settlement provides $130 million for zero- Transit may be eligible for upt to $65 million. Applications emission transit, school, and nearly shuttle bus replacements. are open for transit agencies and are processed ona  State  first come, first serve basis.  STEP was a pilot that took a community-s -based approach to overcoming barriers to clean transportation. The future of STEP is currently being determined by CARB and stakeholder groups through There aret two different grant types: Planning and Capacity Building Grants (up to $1.75r million for multiple grantees) and Implementation Grants (upt to $17.75 million for between one and three grantees).  California Air (CARB)  Sustainable Project (STEP) 40  the FY22-23 Funding Plan and Three-Year Plan for Lead applicants must be a CBO, federaly-recognized  State  Resources Board Transportation Equity Clean Transportation Incentives.  tribe, or local government representing: a publict transit agency. Award amounts ranged from $184,0001 toa maximum of over $7 million. .41  38 https: /ww2. arb. cagovouronpograncanmoretmemolaaigualraemecisatdsatanmentpoaran 39 https: Iww2. arb. ca.gowour-worwprograamswokswagenenwtommenalmigalotgaton-fustcalloma  40 https: ww2. arb. ca.gov/lct-step  41 https: lww2. arb. ca. goynewsgrantawardsmouncane-ieopumedeantan-transportaton-optons  Stantec  63    ZEVSTRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Type Agency  Fund/GrantProgram Description  Additional Notes  The Local Partnership Program provides fundingt to counties, cities, districts and regional transportation health and safety benefits. Funds are distributed through competitive and formulaic components. The SCCP includes programs with both formula and  California Transportation  State  SB1 Local Partnership agencies toi improve aging intrastructure, road  Tol be eligible, counties, cities, districts, and regional taxes dedicated solely to transportation improvements.  Commission (CTC) Program (LPP)42 conditions, active transportation, transita and rail, and transportation agencies must have approved fees or  competitive funds. Funding is available to projects that Improvements to transit facilities are make specific performance improvements and are a To submit a SCCP application, eligible projects. corridors by providing more transportation choices for project phase they will be used for.  California Transportation  Solutions for  State  Congested Corridors part ofar multimodal comprenensive corridor plan  know what sources will the be applicant needs to and when exactly the funds will be used, as funding well as the which project  Commission (CTC) Program (SCCP) designed tor reduce congestion in highly traveled  residents, commuters, and visitors.  California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)  SGR funds are formulai funds eligible for transit based onp population and farebox revenues.  State  SB1 State of Good maintenance, rehabs, and capital programs. Agencies Agencies can decide to devote its portion of SB  Repair (SGR)**  receive yearly SB1 SGR funding through their MPO, toaZEV transition.  1funds  California State Department of Transportation (Caltrans)  Low Carbon Transit The LCTOP provides capital assistance to transit  Operations Program agencies in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions Many agencies are already recipients oft these funds and  (LCTOP)45  and improve mobility. 5% and 10% oft the annual Cap can use thesef funds top purchase ZEVS and related  and Trade auction proceeds fund this program.  equipment.  42 https: lIcatc.c GacoupptemsnDl0gatamneshpamgran 43 https: /catc. ca. gowpogtanssDlsoluestd.condors.proram 44 https: Idot.ca. sowpocramslal-anemasstanpotatonsae-tanstasancestale-okgood- 45 https: I/dot. leagoupogramstalanemasiampanatoaieasabentamisgeatonsproram.icion  repair#: stPogmsaoameaseslassmisNCaNsEN  ms.  Stantec  64    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Type Agency  Fund/GranuProgram Description  Additional Notes  California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)  The TIRCP was created to fund capital improvements of California's intercity, commuter, and rail, bus, and California.  Transit and Intercity that reduce emissions of greenhouse gases, vehicle The five cycles of TIRCP funding! have awarded $6.6 Rail Capital Program miles traveled, and congestion through modernization billion inf funding to nearly 100 projects throughout  State  (TIRCP).46  ferry transit systems.  California Department of State Transportation (Caltrans).  The STIP is a five-year plan for future allocations of improvements. The STIP is updated biennially ine even- projects.  State Transportation certain state transportation funds including state  ZEV procurement could compete for STIP funding.  Improvement Program highway, active transportation, intercity rail, and transit Funding is distributed via a formula for a variety of  (STIP)47  numbered years.  California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)  Transportation Act (SB 325)).48  The TDAI law. provides funding toi improve existing Funding opportunities include transportation program  Development Act public transportation services and encourage regional  pedestrian and bike projects.  State  transportation coordination. There are two funding activities, State Transit Assistance (STA) fund.  facilities, community  Mils-Alqust-Dedden. sources: the Local Transportation Fund (LTF) and the transit services, public transportation, and bus and rail  Clean Transportation The California Energy Commission's Clean  California Energy Program and Renewable (Alternative Fuel Transportation Program provides up to $100 million  State  Commission  and Vehicle Technology Program)t  annually for a variety of renewable and alternative fuel Al local matchi is often required.  transportation projects throughout the state, including specific projects for heavy-duty public transit buses.  46 https lIcalsta. ca. govsuDlectareasltansienerciyeral-capia-prog 47 https: lIcatc. ca. govprograms/stale-ransportaton-mprovementeprogram 48 https: Idot. ca. govprogramsralanc-mas-tansporatontranspotaion.ton-developmenkact 49 https: www.energy: Ca.govprograms-ano-OpICSpIosprogtamscean-tan-transportation-  programt-textinezUCalona/z0Eneroy-2UCommssonsZUC.acvancedksransporaton-Vanckzonels2Ulechnologies  Stantec  65    ZEVSTRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Type Agency  Fund/GrantProgram Description  Additional Notes  The. AHSC Program funds land use, housing, and transportation projects to support development that reduces GHG emissions. The program provides both grants and loans that reduce GHG emissions and accessibility vial low-carbon transportation. Sustainable transportation infrastructure projects, transponaton-related: amenities, and program costs (including transit ridership): are eligible activities. Agencies can use program funds for assistance in construction or modification ofi infrastructure for ZEV conversion as well as new vehicle purchases. CMO awards upt to $1 million vouchers to develop and planning. outreach, and operations projects inl low- income and disadvantaged communities. The CPCFA is developing a purchasing assistance  Department of State Housing and Community Development  Affordable Housing benefit disadvantaged communities through increasing  and Sustainable Communities Program (AHSC)5  The maximum award amount is not to exceed $30 million per project, with a minimum: award ofa atl least $1  million.  California Climate Clean Mobility Options launch zero-emission mobility projects including the  State  Investments  (CMO)) Voucher Pilot purchase ofz zero- -emission vehicles, infrastructure,  Programs'  Medium-Heavy-Duy program for MHD ZEV fleets. This will provide financial  California Pollution (MHD) Zero Emission support and technical assistance to fleet managers Aminimum of 75% off Control Financing Vehicle Financing deploying ZEV fleets. CPCFA will designate high  must be directed  State  towards fleets that directly financing impact or operate in  Authority (CPCFA) Programs2  priority fleets based oni implications for climate change, underserved communities.  pollution, environmental justice, and post-COVID economic recovery.  PG&E's EVI Fleet Program offers incentives to facilitate  Pacific Gas &  EV Charging Station the installation of EV charging stations for medium and Entities eligible tor receive rebates for the purchase and  Other Electric (PG&E) Incentives for Medium- heavy-duty fleets. EV charging stations with an output installation ofr new charging stations include schools,  Heavy-Duty Fleets of 50.1 1-149.91 kW can receive upt to $25,0001 in  transit agencies, and disadvantaged communities.  rebates."  50 https: IIsgc.ca.g goviprograms/ahsc! osiceammoninontons. org/about# https:llatdc. energygovlaws12858  Stantec  66    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Type Agency  Fund/GrantProgram Description  Additional Notes  LCFS credits are not necessarily funding to be applied for; rather, they are offset credits that are traded (through a broker) tor reduce operating costs.  Low Carbon Fuel Once ZEVs are acquired and operating, agencies can  Other NIA  Standard (LCFS credits)59  collect LCFS and 'sell" them tor reduce operating costs Credit prices vary. Both hydrogen and electricity used as fuels are eligible  of ZEVS. for LCFS credits.  Although they are notf funds for projects, Transportation Toll credits provide a credit toward a project's local share Development Credits, also called" "Toll Credits", satisfy for certain expenditures with toll revenues. FHWA  Other NIA  Transportation  Development Credits the federal government requirement to match federal oversees the toll credits within each state." 55  funds. 54  53 https: lww2.a arb.ca.govourwoikogranslowasatwesatbon.luelstandar.lids.credi-generalion-opportunites 54 https: dotcagov-medialdado-medalprogramsalt-mas-tansperatonocumens/0010121-olgredit-factsheetpdr 55 htps/dotcagov-medaldetimedencgansfaltmas-ienspotatonacument.coeHVOABSP2OLSRa-as-lactsheetallypat  Stantec  67    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  An important source of potential funding is the FTA's Low-No funding opportunity. In December 2021, the FTA released a Dear Colleague letter outlining new requirements for Low-No and Bus Facility Grant Applications. The letter details the requirement for a Zero-Emission Fleet Transition plan in response to amendments in the statutory provisions for these programs as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The FTA Zero-Emission Fleet Transition plan includes six major elements, presented in Table 12-2. Moving forward, to qualify for these funding opportunities, a transit agency must include ai transition plan with these elements. CAT can use much of the material in the ZEV Rollout Plan document to develop a ZE Fleet Transition Plan to comply with the FTA's Table 12-2: FTA Zero-Emission Fleet Transition Plan Requirements  requirementsss. Element Request  Description acquisitions.  1:Long-Term Fleet Plan and Application Demonstrate al long-term fleet management plan with a strategy for how  the applicant intends to use the current application and future Address the availability of current and future resources to meet costs for Consider policy and legislation impacting relevant technologies. Include an evaluation of existing and future facilities and their relationship to the technology transition.  2: Current and Future Resources to Meet Transition 3:F Policy and Legislative Impacts 4: Facility Evaluation and Needs for Technology Transition 5: Utility Partnership  the transition and implementation  Describe the partnership of the applicant with the utility or alternative fuel Examine the impact of the transition on the applicant's current workforce by identifying skill gaps, training needs, and retraining needs of the exiting workers of the applicant to operate and maintain ZEVS and related infrastructure and avoid displacement of the existing workforce.  provider.  6: Workforce Training and Transition  SToV view a list of winners and projects, please see https: Iwww. lanstdetpo-fimnainobgans.h22iabusand  low-and-no-emissionission-grant-awards  Stantec  68    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  13.0 SERVICE AND ZEV DEPLOYMENT IN DISADVANTAGED  COMMUNITIES  CARB defines Section F of the rollout plan as "Providing Service in Disadvantaged Communities" based on disadvantaged communities as identified by CalEnviroScreen, an online mapping tool developed by the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment. The tooli identifies (at the census tract level) the state's most pollution-burdened and vulnerable communities based on geographic, socioeconomic, public health, and environmental hazard criteria. ICT provisions require that transit agencies describe how they are planning to deploy ZEVs in disadvantaged communities by outlining the location of the disadvantaged community (census tract) where the ZEVV will be deployed, how many ZEVS, andi in what year the ZEVS will be deployed. Figure 13-1 shows that there are many CalEnviroScreen-defined disadvantaged communities within CAT's service area. These include communities with the most pollution burden (>75%) and those within the core of Corcoran experiencing between 50% and 75% pollution burden.  Stantec  69    ZEV STRATEGY ANDI FINAL REPORT  Figure 13-1: calEnviroScreen Pollution Burden Quartiles in the CAT Service Area  CalEnviroScreen Disadvantaged Communities (2021) CalEnviroSoreen pollution burden score percentile (Census Tract).  6031001200  50% 75% 10016  6031001300  2Mile  Cemetery  6107003100  6031001500 6031001402 Corcoran 6031001401  6031001601  State Prisons 6031001602  E)  SBIA  This figure shows that all census tracts colored in red are in the top 25% for pollution burden and overall vulnerability and are designated as disadvantaged communities according to CalEnviroScreen criteria. CAT's service area encompasses at least one disadvantaged community, showing that CAT can deploy ZEVS to replace any vehicle and fulfill this requirement, improve air quality, and reduce  the pollution burden in the Corcoran area.  Stantec  70    ZEV/STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  14.0 GREENHOUSE GAS IMPACTS  One of the chief reasons for transitioning to ZEVS is to reduce pollution by removing the harmful byproducts of fossil fuel combustion from traditional combustion engines. While ZEVS eliminate all tailpipe emissions, there may still be upstream carbon emissions associated with the production of energy sources that power ZEVS. This section assesses the overall impacts of ZEV transition on Based on the ZEVDecide modeling of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, CAT's current fleeti is estimated to emit 91 tons57 of CO2 in ay year, inclusive of upstream emissions. 58 In contrast, the future BE fleet will emit approximately 17 tons of CO2 annually. Iti is important to note that although BE vehicles don't have tailpipe emissions, they have upstream emissions resulting from the carbon- intensity of the electric grid. The annual emissions for the current and BE fleet are summarized in  harmful emissions.  Table 14-1and Figure 14-1.  Table 14-1: Total Annual CO2 Emissions (tons)  Base Fleet 21.5 69.9 91.4  BE Fleet 17.2 0 17.2  Upstream emissions (ton CO2/year) Tailpipe emissions (ton CO2/year) Total Ton CO2/year  57AIIC GHG calculations are presented in tons (notr metric tons) of CO2 equivalent, which is calculated using the short-term 20-year global warming potential of CO2, methane, black carbon, and particulate matter. 58 Upstream emissions are GHG emissions related to the production oft the fuel used to power vehicles, such as emissions from the production ofe electricity used to power vehicles atps/Mwwepagovgrenvences/gn:  quty-vehcleemssions) Stantec  71    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Figure 14-1: Total Annual CO2 Emissions (tons)  100.0 90.0 80.0 70.0 60.0 50.0 40.0 30.0 20.0 10.0 0.0  Base fleet  BEf fleet  Upstream emissions Tailpipe emissions  Figure 14-2 shows the estimated annual emissions through 2045. After the full transition is complete, the BE fleet can reduce CAT's GHG footprint by approximately 741 tons annually, or 81%.  Stantec  72    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Figure 14-2: Annual CO2 Emissions, 2023-2045  200 180 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20  9-999,  09  -Base Case  ZEVCase  Stantec used the annual emissions that will be displaced by the BE fleet, along with the EPA GHG equivalent calculator59, to visualize equivalent benefits. As presented in Figure 14-3, implementing a BE fleet wille eliminate emissions equivalent to removing approximately 190,000 miles driven by a fossil fuel vehicle, diverting the use of 172 barrels of oil per year, planting 89 acres of trees, or  eliminating the energy use of 9 households in ay year.  59 https: /www. epa. govlenergy/greenhousegasequwalencies-calculator  Stantec  73    ZEVSTRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Figure 14-3: Equivalent GHG Benefits of Implementing a BE Fleet  Removing 190,292 miles driven by an average gasoline-powered passenger vehicle  Diverting the use of 172 barrels of oil  every year  Planting 89 acres of trees to sequester  carbon  Eliminating the energy use of 9 homes  for one year  Stantec  74    ZEVSTRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  15.0 OTHER TRANSITION ITEMS  According to the CARB ICT regulation, transit agencies can pool resources when acquiring ZEV  infrastructure ift they:  Share infrastructure  Share the same MPO, transportation planning agency, or Air District  Are located within the same Air Basin  The Kings County Association of Governments (KCAG) is the metropolitan planning organization (MPO) for the Kings County region, and iti is the designated planning and administrative agency for transportation projects and programs in the county. CAT's service areai is located within the San Joaquin Valley APCD and the San. Joaquin Valley Air Basin. Table 15-1 lists the agencies that operate transit services within the same air basin. While CAT could theoretically partner with any transit agency in the region, the geographic proximity of service areas might negatively impact the  feasibility of creating effective joint groups, with the exception of KCAPTA. Table 15-1: Other Transit Agencies in San Joaquin Valley Air Basin  County Kings Kings Stanislaus  Agency CAT KCAPTA Stanislaus Regional Transit Authority (StanRTA) San Joaquin Regional 145 Transit District61 Merced Transit Authority  Total revenue ZEV Choice Notes  vehicless0 6 39 128  BE BE FCE  While the ZEV plan focuses on BEBI technology, ita also stipulates that FCEBS may be deployed depending on tech availability. 2022 SRTP notes BEBs are the likely technology option62, buta at full ZEV study is currently underway.  San. Joaquin  BE  Merced  73  BE  60 Based on NTD2 2021 data.  61 https:/ //ww2.a abagovsiesdelaurtles22005/RID ZEV9620ROP ADA08122020.p pdf 62 https: avRDaAmeAmATCEEVECISAE Draft ?bidld=  Stantec  75    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Total revenue vehiclest 36 total  County Madera  Agency Madera County City of Madera County of Madera City of Chowchilla  ZEV Choice Notes  TBD  ZEV planning underway. County of Fresno's ZEV plan is underway and FAX will deploy BEBs on paratransit and FCEBS for fixed-route service. ZEVI plan currently underway.  Fresno  City of Fresno (FAX) 178 County of Fresno Tulare County City ofTulare Tulare County 901 total Area Transit CityofVisalia Golden Empire Transit District (GET Bus) Kem County Transit 70  121  BE and FCE services, and a mix of BEBS  Tulare  BE  GET plans to deploy FCEBS for fixed-route services and paratransildemand- response services. ZEV plan current underway.  Kem Kern  137  BE and FCE BEBs for  TBD  Regardless of whether a decision is made to explore formation of ai formal joint ZEV group, CAT should remain in communication with other transit agencies in the region to understand how the agencies can work together to leverage resources and coordinate efforts on a regional level. Another recommended strategy is developing a multi-operator vehicle procurement group. That is, CAT could join with any of the agencies outlined above to produce common specifications for ZEVs, thus potentially driving down the purchase costs of ZEVS by increasing the quantity of vehicles purchased. Leveraging, joint procurement through the CAlACT/MBTA purchasing cooperative (Cooperative) is a prudent approach, as the Cooperative offers a variety of ADA compliant vehicles like vans and cutaways. Currently, ZE options are limited. CAT and other operators may wish to encourage OEMs to develop vehicles with longer ranges and more hydrogen options, especially  vehicle types like cutaways and vans.  Stantec  76    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  16.0 PHASING AND IMPLEMENTAIION  Table 16-1 provides an overview of the phasing plan for CAT's ZEV rollout strategy. Note that expenses are in the year of cost incurred, while the fleet quantity columns show when vehicles are  delivered, whichi is offset from the purchase year.  Table 16-1: ZEV Implementation Phasing Plan, 2023-2045  Year 2023 2024  Infrastructure ZEV Fleet ZEVI Fleet Training  Capital Operating Total Expenses Expenses Expenses 881,740 93,925 975,665  Procureme Adoption %  nts  ($)  ($)  ($)  (3) 15kWI level No 2chargers (1)60kW charger No installation No  No 0%  OEM training for OEMt training for staff Local fire and emergency response department introduction to new technology OEMt training Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction tor new technology OEMt training for technicians OEM training for staff Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction tor new technology  procurement procurement technicians  Annual refreshers 103,618 91,176 194,794  procurement  2025 2026  Noi installation 1cutaway 100% Noi installation No  273,396 78,407 351,804  No  78,468 78,468  procurement procurement  2027  Noi installation 1cutaway 100%  286,414 69,264 355,678  2028  Noi installation No  No  69,988 69,988  procurement procurement  Stantec  77    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Year 2029 2030  Infrastructure ZEVI Fleet ZEV Fleet Training  Capital Operating Total Expenses Expenses Expenses 295,354 71,209 366,563  Procureme Adoption %  nts  ($)  ($)  ($)  (3) 15kW level No 2chargers  No  procurement procurement OEM training  Noi installation 2cutaways 100%  Annual refreshers 614,221 60,848 675,069  Local fire and emergency response department introduction to new technology OEM training for OEM training for staff Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction to' hew technology Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction to new technology OEM training for technicians OEM training for staff Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction to new technology  2031  Noi installation No  No  62,145 62,145  procurement procurement technicians  2032  Noi installation No  No  63,471 63,471  procurement procurement  2033 2034  Noi installation No Noi installation No  No No  64,862 64,862 66,233 66,233  procurement procurement OEM training procurement procurement  2035  Noi installation 1cutaway 100%  344,982 58,227 403,208  2036  Noi installation No  No  59,572 59,572  procurement procurement  2037  Noi installation No  No  61,052 61,052  procurement procurement OEM training  Stantec  78    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Year 2038  Infrastructure ZEV Fleet ZEVI Fleet Training  Capital Operating Total Expenses Expenses Expenses  Procureme Adoption % procurement procurement  nts  ($)  ($) ($) 62,556 62,556  Noi installation No  No  Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction tor new technology OEMt training for OEM training for staff Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction tor new technology OEM" Training Annual refreshers Local fire and emergency response department introduction to new technology OEM training for OEM training for staff Local fire and emergency response department introduction to new technology OEM Training  2039 2040  No installation No  No  64,133 64,133 65,702 65,702  procurement procurement technicians  No installation No  No  procurement procurement  2041 2042  No installation No Noi installation No  No No  67,337 67,337 68,940 68,940  procurement procurement procurement procurement  2043 2044  Noi installation No  No  70,594 70,594  procurement procurement technicians  Noi installation 1cutaway 100%  Annual refreshers 425,304 69,278 494,581  2045  Noi installation 2cutaways 100%  870,622 71,010 941,632  Stantec  79    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  APPENDICES  Stantec  80    ZEV STRATEGYAND! FINAL REPORT  APPENDIX A: SITE PLANS    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Stantec  EWE  FEFF  VIEW BUS PARKINGO CANOPY  =50  1.0    ZEV STRATEGY ANDI FINAL REPORT  Stantec  ONoUr ERVICE  1  SCALESC  2.0    ZEVSTRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  APPENDIX B: COST ESTIMATES    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  JACOBUS & YUANG, INC. CAT BUS FACILITY ZEB ROLLOUT & IMPLEMENTATION PLAN CORCORAN, CA 93212  CONCEPTUAL DESIGN OPINION OF PROBABLE COST  JY!#f C2708A October 23, 2023 PREPARED FOR: STANTEC BY:  JACOBUS & YUANG. INC. 330 North Lantana Street, Suite 28, #220 Camarillo, CA 93010 TEL(213)688-1341 or (805)339-9434 FAX(866). 431-3256    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Preparedt by: Jacobus &Yuang. Inc.  PROJECT: CAT BUS FACILITY-; ZEBI ROLLOUTEL IMPLEMENTATIONI PLAN SUBJECT: CONCEPTUAL DESIGN OPINION OFF PROBABLE COST- SUMMARY  JOB#: DATE: 23-Oct-23 REVISED: ESTOTY U UNIT TOTAL CONST. N COST  C2708A! COST  LOCATION: CORCORAN, CA CLIENT: STANTEC ITEM NO.  DESCRIPTION  SUMMARY OF ESTIMATE COSTS SUMMARY BUS CHARGERS TOTAL OPINION OF PROBABLE COST WI PRORATES+ ESCALATION ESCALATION! INCLUDEDI INT THE ABOVE, ISE BASED ONT THE FOLLOWING: BASE MONTH CONSTRUCTION: START MONTH CONSTRUCTIONI DURATION (MONTHS) MIDI POINT OF CONSTRUCTION %A ANNUAL ESCALATION ALLOWANCE FORI ESCALATION (TOI MIDPOINT OF CONSTRUCTION) NOTES: GENERALNOTES  7EA 181,299.14 7EA 161,299.14 1,129,094  1,129,094  Oc-23 Oc-24 2 Nov-24 7.50% B.27%  PRICESE BASED ONI MIN. 4-5COMPETITIVE RESPONSIVE! BIDS RECEMEDI FROM GENERAL CONTRACTORS COSTS NT THIS ESTIMATE INCLUDES LABORBASED ONF PREVAILING WAGE RATESF PLUSN MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE IS DERVEDE FROM CONCEPTUAL DESIGNI DRAWINGS PREPAREDI BYS STANTEC! DATED 0806/2023, RECEIVED  COSTS COMBINED INTO ONE UNIT COST. 09/25/2023 SPECIFICI EXCLUSIONS SPECIFIC! INCLUSIONS EQUIPMENTCHARGERI PADS PEDESTALMOUNTED: PANELSE PLUS METERS (6)- 15kW SINGLE CHARGERS (1)- 60kw SINGLE CHARGER COMMUNICATIONS ROUGH-INS/ ALLOWANCE  TYPICAL SOFT COSTS BEYONDI REGULAR GENERAL CONTRACTOR COSTS. ARE EXCLUDED  Pagei  GRAND SUMMARY    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Prepared by: Jacobus &Yuang. inc.  PROJECT: CAT BUS FACILITY-ZEB ROLLOUT& BPIEMENTATONIPIAN SUBECECONCEPTUALI DESIGN OPINION OF PROBABLE COST- SUMMARY  JOB#: DATE: 23-Oct-23 REVISED: ESTOTY U UNIT TOTALCONST. N COST T  C2708A COST  LOCATION: CORCORAN, CA CLIENT: STANTEC IEM NO.  DESCRIPTION  DEFINITIONS OPINION OFCOST provided atd the Conceptual stage ofdesign. appropriate ast the basis forp pricing.  An Opinion of Costi is prepared! from a survey oft the quantities ofv work-items prepared from written or drawn information Historical costs. information provided by contractors and suppliers. plus judgmental evaluation! by the Estimator are used as Allowances as appropriate wi bei included fori ibems of work which are noti indicated ont the design documents. provided that the Estimatori is made aware oft them, orv which in thej judgement oft the Estimator arer requred for completion oft the work. JYicannot, however, be responsible for inclusion of tems or work of which wel have not beeni informed. An offert to enter ac contract top perform work foraf Fixed sum, tot be completed withn: a limited periodo oft time. Int the current market conditions for construction, our experience shows the! following results on competitive bids. asa  BID  SPECIAL NOTE- MARKET CONDITIONS differential from. JYI final estimates: Number ofbids 1.. 2-3.. 4-5... 6-7.. 8orn more...  Accordingly. tis extremely important to ensuret that a minmmum of4 4-5 valid bids are receved  Page 2  GRAND SUMMARY    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Prepared by: Jacobus &Yuang. Inc.  PROJECT: CAT BUS FACILITY- ZEB ROLLOUT &m IMPLEMENTATION PLAN  JOB#: DATE: 23-Oct-23 REVISED: COST $ 6EA 82,451.33 1EA 201,762.00 284,213.33 14,924.43 22,884.00 322,021.76 2,746.14 8,924.71 333,692.61 12.324.14 161,299.14 1,129,094  C2708A  LOCATION: CORCORAN,CA CLENT: STANTEC IEM NO.  SUBJECT: CONCEPTUAL DESIGN OPINION OF PROBABLE COST-BEB CHARGERS DISPENSER QTY:  DESCRIPTION  ESTOTY U UNIT TOTALCONST.  COST $ 494,708 201,762 696,470 104,471 160.188 961,129 19,223 62,473 1,042,825 88.269  SUMMARY OF ESTIMATE 1.0 (6)-1 15KWLEVEL26 CHARGING! DISPENSERS 2.0 (1)-6 60kW DC CHARGER SUBTOTAL PRORATES. GENERAL CONDITIONS/ GENERAL REQUIREMENTS DESIGN/ESTIMATE CONTINGENCY SUBTOTAL CONTRACTORSA MARK-UP: BONDS CONTRACTORS! FEE SUBTOTAL ESCALATION: ESCAATONTODPOND: SEE SUMMARY: FOR ESCALATION PARAMETERS TOTAL OPINION OF PROBABLE COST  15.00% 20.00% 2.00% 6.50% 8.27%  Page3  BUS CHARGERS    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Prepared by: Jacobus &Yuang. Inc.  PROJECT: CAT BUS FACILITY-ZEB ROLLOUT SIMPLEMENTATIONI PLAN  JOB#: C2708A DATE: 23-Oct-23 REVISED: COST  LOCATION: CORCORAN, CA CLENT: STANTEC ITEM NO.  SUBJECT: CONCEPTUAL DESIGN OPINION OF PROBABLE COST-E BEB CHARGERS DISPENSER QTY:  DESCRIPTION  ESTOTY U UNIT TOTALCONST.  COST $ 51,288 1,200 5,000 8,333 28,600 400 27,000 3,910 1,000 1,250 257,400 38,610 3,800 2,100 1,500 4,167 15,000 1,320 14,400 11,700 16,730 494,708 $ 17.100 3,830 1,000 23,934 1,200 13,890 800 30,000 73.840 11,050 765 350 1,500  1.0 (6)-15KWLEVEL 2CHARGINGI DISPENSERS SECONDARY POWER SECONDARY FEEDER, 400A ((2)- -3"F PVC CONDUITW/4#3.0: 1#3) POCTO (E)UTILITY TRANSFORMER ALLOWANCE FOR WGI PULLBOX TRENCHDUCTBANK- (2) CONDUITS CUT&F PATCH (E) PAVEMENT CUT&F PATCH( (E)F PLAMTINGARRIGATION PANELE & METER PANEL BOARD, 400A-480V-3PH. NEMA 3R, PEDESTAL MOUNT EXTRAI FORI METER GROUNDING CONCRETE! PAD 151 KWLEVEL: 2 CHARGERS 15KW MIN. LEVEL 2 CHARGER. (material, tax, & freight) INSTALLATION 15H KW FEEDER (25A). 1"PVC CONDUIT WI3#10+1#10 GROUNDING ALLOWANCE FOR U/G PULLBOX DUCTBANK COMM. ROUGH-INS- ALLOWANCE CHARGERI PAD PIPEBOLLARD CUTAPATCHEPAVEMENT MISCELLANEOUS MISC./TESTING SUBTOTAL 2.0 (1)-60KWI DC CHARGER PANEL & METER MOUNTED EXTRA FORI METER GROUNDING OPS BUILDING DUCTBANK CONCRETEPAD CUT& PATCH (E) PAVEMENT 60kW DC CHARGER SINGLE CORD CHARGER, 601 KW (material, tax. & freight) INSTALLATION 601 KWI FEEDERC (100A). 2"F PVC CONDUITI WI3#3+1#8 GROUNDING ALLOWANCE FOR WG PULLBOX  240 LF 213.70 1 EA 1,200.00 - EA 5.000.00 240 LF 34.72 220 LF 130.00 20 LF 20.00 EA 27,000.00 EA 3,910.00 EA 1,000.00 EA 1,250.00 6 EA 42,900.00 6 EA 6,435.00 200 LF 19.00 6 EA 350.00 1 EA 1,500.00 90 LF 46.30 6 EA 2,500.00 6 EA 220.00 12 EA 1,200.00 90 LF 130.00 1LS 16,730.00  PANEL BOARD, 200A480V-3PH. NEMA 3R.PEDESTAL 200A FEEDER- 21 1/2"F PVC CONDUIT WI3#30+1#6 POC1 TO( (E) POWER: SOURCE-ASSUME LOCATEDE CAT  1EA 17,100.00 1 EA 3,830.00 EA 1,000.00 300 LF 79.78 1 EA 1,200.00 3D0 LF 46.30 1 EA 800.00 300 LF 130.00 1 EA 73,640.00 1 EA 11,050.00 10 LF 76.49 1EA 350.00 1 EA 1,500.00 BUS CHARGERS  Page 4    ZEV STRATEGY AND FINAL REPORT  Prepared by: Jacobus &Yuang. Inc.  PROJECT: CAT BUS FACILITY- ZEB ROLLOUT & IMPLEMENTATIONI PLAN  JOB#: DATE: 23-Oct-23 REVISED: COST 10 - LF 46.30 1 EA 3,500.00 1 EA 320.00 2 - EA 1,200.00 10 - LF 20.00 1LS 6,820.00  C2708A  LOCATION: CORCORAN, CA CLENT: STANTEC IEM NO.  SUBJECT: CONCEPTUAL DESIGN OPINION OF PROBABLE COST- BEB CHARGERS DISPENSERQTY:  DESCRIPTION  ESTQTY U UNIT TOTAL CONST.  COST  DUCTBANK COMM. ROUGH-INS- ALLOWANCE CHARGERI PAD PIPE BOLLARD CUTAPAICHIE)PIANTINGARRIGATION MISCELLANEOUS MISC.TESTING SUBTOTAL  483 3,500 320 2,400 200 6,820 201,762  Page5  BUS CHARGERS    City of  CORCORAN  FOUNDED 1914  A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION  MEMORANDUM  STAFF REPORT ITEM#6-G  TO: FROM:  Corcoran City Council  Kevin J. Tromborg, Community Development Director  SUBJECT: Resolution No. 4060 (Letter of Convenience and Necessity) regarding  Conditional Use Permit 23-04 and Planning Commission Resolution 2024-05 for a Type 47 (on site) alcohol/liquor license in conjunction with a future  restaurant to be located at 1130 Van Dorsten Avenue.  DATE:  July 16, 2024  MEETING DATE: July 23, 2024  Recommendation: (Voice Vote)  Consider approval of Resolution No.4060 for Conditional Use Permit 23-04 for a type 47 Alcohol License from Alcohol Beverage Control Department (ABC) to serve alcohol/liquor regarding a permitted Restaurant to be located at 1130 Van Dorsten Avenue, as recommended by  the Planning Commissions Resolution 2024-05.  Discussion:  The applicant proposes to sell on-site alcoholic beverages for consumption in conjunction with a restaurant to be located at 1130 Van Dorsten Avenue, Corcoran, CA. The applicant is in the process of applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverages Control (ABC) for an on-site sale license type 47. According to ABC, there are four (4) off sale licenses and one (1) on-site license in census tract 0014.02 adding a second on site license creates an over concentration oflicenses. In an area ofc over concentration, a letter of convenience and necessity is required from the City Council before the office of Alcoholic Beverages Control will approve the license. The Planning Commission in its regular meeting on July 15, 2024, reviewed and considered all the conditions presented by the staffand approved the Planning Commission Resolution No.  2024-05, Conditional Use Permit 23-05 by a3to 1 Vote.  Budget Impact: None Attachment:  1. Planning Commissions Resolution 2024-05    RESOLUTION NO. 4060 CORCORAN CITY COUNCIL PERTAININGTO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 23-05  At a meeting of the City Council oft the City of Corcoran duly called and held on July 23, 2024, Whereas, Mr. Gurmohan Sidhu, submitted an application requesting approval for a Conditional Use Permit to sell alcohol/liquor for a proposed business located at 1130 Van Dorsten Avenue; Whereas, the Planning Commission considered the staff report on July 15, 2024; and Whereas, the Alcohol Beverage Control Department (ABC) has determined that there is an over concentration ofoff-site and on-site licenses in the 0014-02 census tract area; and Whereas, the Planning Commission has made the following findings pursuant to the City of (A) The proposed business is to be in an existing building that is zoned for this type of business and therefore is categorically exempt under CEQA 15301 as an existing facility. (B) There is an over concentration of alcohol beverage licenses in the area as identified by (C) That the owner or developer applied for Site Plan Review, and it was reviewed by all Department and outside agencies that may require oversight prior to the issuance of a Building (D) A letter of convenience and necessity will be required from the City Council with the (E) That the site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the said use and all yards, spaces, walls and fences, parking, loading, landscaping and other features required by this Title to adjust said use with land and use in the neighborhood. (F) That the site for the proposed use relates to streets and highways adequate in width and pavement type to carry the quantity and kind oftraffic generated by the proposed use. (G) That the proposed use will have no adverse effect upon adjoining or other properties and that a Site Plan Review application be submitted for full review by Community Development  the Council approved the following:  and;  Corcoran Zoning Ordinance.  the Office of Alcohol Beverage Control.  Permit.  approved Planning Commission CUP.  Staff and other agencies as may be required.    (H) That the proposed use is consistent with the objectives and the policies ofthe Corcoran General Plan, or any specific plans, area plans, or planned development approved by the  City.  WHEREAS, the City Council has carefully considered recommendations from the Planning ITISTHEREFORE RESOLVED that Resolution No. 4060; Conditional Use Permit 23-05 be approved with the Conditions stated in Planning Commission Resolution 2024-05 and City PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting oft the City Council of the City of Corcoran by  Commission public hearing of. July 15, 2024, and  Council Resolution 4060. the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN:  PASSED AND ADOPTED on this 23d day ofJuly 2024  Jennette Zamora Bragg Mayor Attested By:  Marlene Spain City Clerk    CERTIFICATE  City of Corcoran County ofl Kings State ofCalifornia  s SS.  I,N Marlene Spain, City Clerk oft the City of Corcoran, hereby certify that this is a full, true and correct copy ofl Resolution No. 4060 duly passed by the City Council oft the City ofCorcoran at ar regular meeting thereofheld on the 23rd day of July 2024, by the vote as set forth therein.  DATED: July 23,2024  Marlene Spain City Clerk    CORÇORAN CITY PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION, NO.2024-05 PERTAININGTO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT: 23-05  Ata ai meeting of the Planning Commission oft the City of Corcoran duly called and held on, July 15, Whereas, Gurmohan Sidhu, submitted an application requesting approval for a Conditional Use Permit to sell alcohol/liquor for a existing business located at 1130 Van Dorsten Avenue, Corcoran,  2024, the Commission approved the following:  CA 93212; and  Whereas, this Commission considered the staff report on July 15, 2024; and Whereas, the Alcohol Beverage Control Department (ABC) has determined that there is an over concentration ofoff-site and on-site licenses in the 0014-02 census tract area; and Whereas, the Planning Commission has made the following findings pursuant to the City of Corcoran  Zoning Ordinance  (A) Thej project is exempt under CEQA( (15300.1 ministerial) and 15301 Class 1  Existing building.  (B) There is an over concentration of alcohol beverage licenses in the area as identified by the  Office of Alcohol Beverage Control  (C) Al letter of convenience and necessity will be required from the City Council if the Planning (D) That all agencies and departments that have authority or interest in the project were notified (E) That a Public Hearing notice was published in the Corcoran Journal with today's date and (F) That the site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape to accommodate said use and all yards, spaces, walls and fences, parking, loading, landscaping and other features required by the Corcoran Municipal Code, Ordinances, Standards or State and Federal Codes ofregulations to adjust said use with land and use in the (G) That the site for the proposed use relates to streets and highways adequate in width and pavement type to carry the quantity and kind oft traffic generated by the proposed  Commission approves the CUP  time regarding this proposed CUP.  designated zone or neighborhood.  use.    (H). That the proposed use will have no adverse effects upon adjoining or other properties in the vicinity. In making this determination, the Commission or Council shall consider the proposed location of improvements on the site; vehicular ingress, egress and internal Circulation, external circulation, setbacks; heights ofbuildings or structures; wall or fences; landscaping; outdoor lighting: signs; and any other characteristics that will affect the  property or properties in the vicinity.  (I) That the proposed use is consistent with the objectives and policies oft the Corcoran General Plan, or any specific plans, or planned development approved by the City. (J) That all requirements from the Kings County Fire Department be complied with. (K) That all the requirements from Kings County Environmental Health be complied with. ITISTHEREFORE RESOLVED that Conditional Use Permit 23-05 should be approved with the  Conditions stated in the Staff Report and Resolution 2024-015  AYES: Brgs, Erazior aad KasSne a  NOES: WaTKins ABSENT: Frey ABSTAIN:  Adopted this 15th day ofJuly,2024 KE Planning Commission Chairman 26  Director    CERTIFICATE  City ofCorcoran 3 County of Kings ss. State of California 3  I, Joanna Castro, Planning Commission Secretary oft the City of Corcoran, hereby certify that this is af full, true, and correct copy of] Resolution No.2024-05 duly passed by the Planning Commission of the City of Corcoran at a regular meeting thereofheld on the 15th day of July 2024, by the vote as  set forth therein. DATED: Joanna Castro ATTEST:  Planning Commission Secretary  Marlene Spain, City Clerk    City of  CORCORAN  FOUNDED 1914  A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION  STAFF REPORT ITEM #: 6-H  MEMORANDUM TO: FROM:  City Council  KevinJ. Tromborg: Community Development Director/Transit Director  DATE: July 17,2024  MEETING DATE: July 23,2 2024  SUBJECT: Resolution No. 4061 regarding approving maximum increase amount of program assistance and revising the City of Corcoran's Homebuyers program Guidelines.  Discussion:  On October 18, 2023, Community Development Staff presented to the City Council Resolution 4023 with aj proposed increase oft the program assistance maximum to $120,000. After council deliberation, the council voted to increase the maximum to $120,000. Because oft the escalating cost ofhome ownership and the increasing cost ofhousing rehabilitation in California, The Department of Housing and Community Development in conjunction with the 2023 Homeownership Super Notice of] Funding Availability (NOFA) has increase the maximum Loan amount to an eligible recipient to 40 percent oft the purchase price oft the property up to a maximum of $200.00. For reconstruction rehabilitation loan the maximum will be $250,000 The City of Corcoran receives grant funding from the Federal and State government in the form ofCommunity Development Block Grants (CDBG), Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), and CalHome funds. These grants are used for our First Time Buyers Program (FTB)  and our Home Rehabilitation Program.  Budget Impact:  Cost to the City regarding HOME and CalHome funds is drawn down from the 2019 HOME  grant and the 2023 CalHome grant administrative cost.  Attachments: Resolution No. 4061    RESOLUTION NO. 4061  RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORCORAN APPROVING REVISIONS TOTHE FTHB, HOME PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM AND CALHOME GUIDELINES REGARDING MAXIMUM ASSISTANCE INCRESE WHEREAS, the California Department ofHousing and Community Development and the United States Department ofHousing and Urban Development have developed guidelines for the HOME and CalHome partnership Program First Time Home Buyers (FTHB); and  WHEREAS, The Corcoran City Council approved the HOME, FTHB and Rehab WHEREAS, housing, land and construction cost have dramaticallyinereased in the past WHEREAS, the need for larger financial assistance is required to qualified applicants for WHEREAS, The City's current maximum for assistance in conjunction with the HOME WHEREAS, The Department of Housing and Community Development have raised the WHEREAS, The City has a contracted Partnership with SelfHelp Enterprise who advised NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council does hereby approve an increase to the HOME, CalHome FTHB Program to a maximum assistance funding to  guidelines on October 18, 2023; and  year; and  the City's Fist Time Buyers program; and Investment Partnership is $120,000; and  maximum for FTHB to $200,00 and Rehabilitation to $250,000 the City of the need for a higher assistance maximum amount.  $200,000 for FTHB and $250,000 For Housing Rehabilitation.  The foregoing Resolution 4061 was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the City  Council of the City of Corcoran held on the 231d day of July 2024, by the following vote:  AYES: ABSTAIN: NOES: ABSENT:  APPROVED: Jeanette Zamora Bragg  ATTEST:  Marlene Spain, City Clerk    CalHome Technical Assistance for Shared Housing Programs) is $100,000. If applying for more than one activity, the minimum application amount for those The maximum application amount for a project (a Homeownership Development Project Loan with or without Technical Assistance for Self-Help Housing Projects) The maximum applicationa amount for one or more programs is $5 million. If applying only for Technical Assistance for Self-Help Housing Projects, the maximum application amount is $500,000. If applying only for CalHome Technical Assistance for Shared Housing Programs, the maximum application amount is  activities is $600,000. is $10 million.  $300,000.  2. Minimum and maximum per-unit funding limits A. CalHome and Serna Grant Activities funding to individual Borrowers will be:  For the purposes of this Super NOFA, the minimum and maximum amount of Mortgage Assistance, including for Mortgage Assistance provided as a part of a Homeownership Development Project Loan The maximum Loan amount by an award recipient to an eligible Borrower will be 40 percent of the Borrower's purchase price for the property, up toa maximum of $200,000. The minimum Loan to a Borrower will be not less  than $1,000.  ii. Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Assistance  The maximum Loan amount by an award recipient to an eligible Borrower will be $200,000 unless the home is in need of reconstruction. Ift the home is in need of reconstruction, the maximum Loan amount will be $250,000. The maximum Loan amount for addition or full reconstruction of anADU will be $250,000. The maximum Loan amount for replacement ofa manufactured home not on a permanent foundation in the case where it has been determined by the Recipient it is infeasible to rehabilitate thel home will be $150,000. The minimum Loan to a Borrowerwill be not less  than $1,000.  iii. CalHome ADU/JADU Assistance  The maximum Loan amount by an award recipient to an eligible Borrower for ADU/JADU construction will be $250,000. The minimum Loantoa  Borrower will be not less than $1,000. iv. Serna Acquisition of Manufactured Housing  Department of Housing and Community Development Homeownership Super NOFA. Round 1    City of  CORCORAN  FOUNDEDI 1914 ITEM #:7  A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION  MATTERS FOR MAYOR AND COUNCIL  MEMORANDUM MEETING DATE: TO: FROM: SUBJECT:  July 23, 2024 Corcoran City Council Greg Gatzka, City Manager Matters for Mayor and Council  7-A. Upcoming Events/Meetings  August 9, 2024 (Friday) Farmers' and Artisans' Market-5:30-8:30 pm Christmas Tree August 13, 2024 (Tuesday) Council Meeting- 5:30 p.m., City Council Chambers August 19, 2024 (Monday) Planning Commission Meeting- 5:30 p.m., City Council August 27, 2024 (Tuesday) Council Meeting- 5:30 p.m., City Council Chambers  Park Chambers  7-B. City Manager's Report  7-C. Council Comments/Staf Referral Items = This is the time for council members to comment on  matters ofinterest.  7-D. Committee Reports  1. Kings Waste and Recycling Agency (KWRA) 2. Kings County Association ofGovernments (KCAG) 3. Kings Community Action Organization  City Offices  832 Whitley Avenue  Corcoran, CA 93212  Phone 559.992.2151  www.cityofcorcorcoran.ca.gov    Update 07/16/24  COUNCIL REQUESTS OR REFERRRAL ITEMS PENDING FURTHER ACTION or RESOLUTION BY STAFF  DATE Sent to Council/ Request made  REQUEST  STATUS  DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBLE Dept/Division  Vacant and blighted commercial properties. Council directed staff to begin preparing an abatement ordinance.  Presented to City Manager Council 7/23/2024  09/26/23  09/26/23  Expansion of diagonal car parking along Whitley Ave.  Inj progress Public  Works/Community Development  09/26/23  Council directed Staff to begin preparing a public  Inp progress Community  nuisance ordinance.  Development/Police Department  11/14/23  Traffic safety and emergency access.  Exploring City Manager options Being  City Manager/ City Attorney  3/26/24  Housing Authority Streets  researched Public Works/