News

CITY MANAGER:

Leaf pick up will begin Monday, November 18^th

Events:

• There are a number of events scheduled for the holiday season. Be sure to check out the City of Corning Recreation Chamber of Commerce webpages and social media.

Meetings:

• Planning Commission Meeting: November 19, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
• City Council Meeting: November 26, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.

Miscellaneous:

• City Hall will be closed on Thursday, November 28^th and Friday, November 29^th for the Thanksgiving Holiday.
• The 2^nd City Council Meeting in the Month of December (12/24/24) has been canceled.
• All City Council Meeting will now begin at 5:30pm. We hope to see you there.
• The Police Department swore in Officer Rodriguez on Wednesday. The newly promoted Detective McIntyre started this week in his new role. We are fortunate and thankful to have them serving our community.
• Staff continues to work on finalizing changes on the updated Housing element. These are changes required by the State.

• City Council approved funding and the Purchase of a K-9 for the Police Department and staff is coordinating the purchase of the K-9.
• The grant submittal with Adams Ashby Group for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) was submitted this week. This $3.3 million grant funding would be for the Recreation Center and City Plaza.

 

 

CITY CLERK:

Elections:

Tehama County Elections Department has released the 4^th unofficial report on processed ballots. There is still a little over 9,000 ballots that are unprocessed. You can see the unofficial report here: https://www.tehama.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/4th-Unofficial-Report.pdf

 Commission Vacancies:

Airport Commission – 1 vacant position

Library Commission – 2 vacant positions

If interested, please complete an application at https://www.corning.org/documents/commission-application/ and submit it to City Clerk, Rubi Ordaz, at rordaz@corning.org.

All commissions meet quarterly on specified days the first week of the month in January, April, July, and October.

 

PUBLIC WORKS:

Community Event/Street Impact:

Turkey Trot will be on Saturday, November 16, 2024.  North Street, between 1st Street and Marguerite Avenue will be closed beginning at approximately 6:00am until 11:00am. They will also be using additional areas surrounding the High School, but additional road closures will not occur.

 Leaf Pick Up:

Public Works Staff will be starting leaf pick up on November 18, 2024. Leaf piles must not have branches, brush, or other debris or they will not be removed.  Please make sure leaves are not blocking gutters preventing water flow.

Drainage Ditches:

The Conservation Camp Crew Members are continuing the annual cleaning of the Cities drainage ditches.  They will clear brush and debris from the local streambeds of both Jewett and Burch creeks and the Blackburn Moon Drain.

Water:

City Staff recently conducted an inventory of all water service lines, which is the pipe that connects your home, building, or other structure to the water main. The purpose of the inventory is to identify the material of these service lines and fittings, including the customer-owned side of the water service line.

Staff will be sending out notices to residents that have service lines that have been identified as an unknow material. Staff have started field inspections on all service lines of unknown material to identify the material classification and expect this process to be completed by December 2025.

Almond and Fig Street Rehabilitation Project:

VSS Inc., continues to work on the Almond and Fig Street Rehabilitation Project. City Staff and the Contractor have been working with the schools to limit the impacts of those who are dropping off and picking up students. The current phase of construction is anticipated to be complete by December 6th with construction resuming by the middle of March.

 

 

PLANNING:

Planning Commission Meeting:

A Planning Commission meeting will be held on Tuesday November 19^th at 6:30 PM to discuss a new food truck located in the lot of the old Glassblowers and an Ordinance to add a digital sign chapter.

 

 

RECREATION:

Basketball:

Youth Basketball registration is open for youth K – 8 We will hold a draft on December 7^th and the season will start in the middle of January. The registration deadline is November 30th.

Holiday Season:

We are gearing up for the Holiday season, we have the popular Santa Letter Program, Breakfast with Santa, Christmas Craft Workshop, and few other things happening this holiday season. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram, so you don’t miss out on all the fun.

 

 

POLICE DEPARTMENT:

Patrol:

In addition to responding to 117 calls for service, there were 55 officer-initiated incidents, including 11 traffic stops, and a total of 17 officer reports taken. Officers made 5 misdemeanor arrests, 4 felony arrests, issued 4 parking citations, 2 infractions, and 6 misdemeanor citations during the period of November 7, 2024, through November 13, 2024.

Dispatch:

During the period of November 7, 2024, through November 13, 2024, our Dispatch Center received 231 inbound calls for service. In addition, they responded to 30 incoming 911 calls. All calls were answered within 10 seconds of their ring time.

Training:

All Officers continue to participate in POST Portal Training and Lexipol Daily Training Bulletins. Other POST online training continues for Patrol and Dispatch personnel.

Staffing:

Corning Police Department welcomes new Officer Joshua Rodriguez to our ranks! He began his Field Training Program on November 13.

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT:

Corning Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) Call Volume:

The Corning Volunteer Fire Department responded to 23 calls for service last week, they were: 17 medicals, 1 fire, 1 traffic collision, 3 public service and 1 hazardous condition.

Christmas Basket Program:

The holidays are coming, please support our Christmas Basket Program.  Last year we gave to 85 less fortunate families in Corning. Raffle tickets are available for $5.

CITY MANAGER:

Events:

• Veterans Parade: Monday, November 11^th at 11:00 a.m. Solano Street.

 Meetings:

• City Council Meeting: November 12, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.

Miscellaneous:

• City Hall will be closed on Monday, November 11^th for the Veterans Day Holiday.
• All City Council Meeting will now begin at 5:30pm. We hope to see you there.
• Responses from HCD on the City Housing Element have been received. Changes were made and the Housing Element has been Posted on the City webpage.

• Staff Continue to work with developers on the Falcon Subdivision located directly east of Toomes Ave. between Colusa and North Streets.
• City Council approved funding for the K-9 Program for the police department.
• The grant submittal with Adams Ashby Group for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) was submitted this week. This $3.3 million grant funding would be for the Recreation Center and City Plaza.
• I attended the Expect More Tehama Leadership Summit at Rolling Hills Casino on Thursday.
• I attended the ChicoStart GrowTech Entrepreneur and Economic Development Event on Wednesday in Chico. We are grateful for the ChicoStart partnership we have in Corning.
• The TA Truck Stop and Travel Center closed to the public last week. Work to de-brand and prepare the site for closure will continue through the end of the calendar year. I have been told the property will be listed for sale.

 

CITY CLERK:

Commission Vacancies:

Airport Commission – 1 vacant position

Library Commission – 2 vacant positions

If interested, please complete an application at https://www.corning.org/documents/commission-application/ and submit it to City Clerk, Rubi Ordaz, at rordaz@corning.org.

All commissions meet quarterly on specified days the first week of the month in January, April, July, and October.

 

PUBLIC WORKS:

Community Event/Street Impact:

Veterans Day Parade will take place on Monday, November 11, 2024. Solano Street between Houghton Avenue and Third Street will be closed from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM to accommodate the Parade.

Leaf Pick Up:

Public Works Staff anticipates starting the leaf pick up program mid-November.  Until then please do not pile your leaves in the roadway as we are anticipating rain and need to keep the gutters and storm drains clear.

Drainage Ditches:

The Conservation Camp Crew Members are continuing the annual cleaning of the Cities drainage ditches.  They will clear brush and debris from the local streambeds of both Jewett and Burch creeks and the Blackburn Moon Drain.

Water:

City Staff recently conducted an inventory of all water service lines, which is the pipe that connects your home, building, or other structure to the water main. The purpose of the inventory is to identify the material of these service lines and fittings, including the customer-owned side of the water service line.

Staff will be sending out notices to residents that have service lines that have been identified as an unknow material. Staff have started field inspections on all service lines of unknown material to identify the material classification and expect this process to be completed by December 2025.

Library Remodel:

Bidding has closed, and the City received five (5) total bids. The project will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder at the Council meeting on November 12, 2024.

Transportation Center Roof Project:

Bidding has closed, and the City received four (4) total bids. The project will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder at the Council meeting on November 12, 2024.

Almond and Fig Street Rehabilitation Project:

VSS Inc., continues to work on the Almond and Fig Street Rehabilitation Project. City Staff and the Contractor have been working with the schools to limit the impacts of those who are dropping off and picking up students. The current phase of construction is anticipated to be complete by November 21^st with construction resuming by the middle of March.

Hydrant Replacement:

The Public Works Crew worked with the Fire Department to identify Fire Hydrants needing replacement. As they work on replacing them, temporary water shutoffs will be in the surrounding areas. Notifications will be distributed prior to any water shutoffs.

 

PLANNING:

7^th Cycle Housing Element:

The finished their review on our 7^th cycle housing element, changes were made, and the updated version is on our website for your viewing pleasure. https://www.corning.org/7th-cycle-housing-element/

Happy Veterans Day, “Honoring all who Served”

 

RECREATION:

Perfect Attendance:

Corning Recreation is partnering with the elementary schools to start awarding perfect attendance. There will be two youths that receive perfect attendance from each school that will receive a voucher for a free recreation class.

Basketball:

Youth Basketball registration is open for youth K – 8 We will hold a draft on December 7^th and the season will start in the middle of January. The registration deadline is Nov. 30.

Holiday Season:

We are gearing up for the Holiday season with recreation we have our popular Santa Letter Program, Breakfast with Santa, Christmas Craft Workshop, and few other things happening this holiday season. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram, so you don’t miss out on all the fun.

 

Don’t forget to root for our Hometown Boy “Tyler Reddick” on Sunday to win the Nascar Championship!

 

POLICE DEPARTMENT:

Patrol:

In addition to responding to 131 calls for service, there were 99 officer-initiated incidents, including 12 traffic stops, and a total of 18 officer reports taken. Officers made 6 misdemeanor arrests, 6 felony arrests, issued 1 parking citation, 4 infractions, and 10 misdemeanor citations during the period of October 31, 2024, through November 6, 2024.

Dispatch:

During the period of October 31, 2024, through November 6, 2024, our Dispatch Center received 267 inbound calls for service. In addition, they responded to 32 incoming 911 calls. All calls were answered within 10 seconds of their ring time.

Training:

All Officers continue to participate in POST Portal Training and Lexipol Daily Training Bulletins. Other POST online training continues for Patrol and Dispatch personnel.

Staffing:

Corning Police Department is pleased to announce that Officer Dannette Ross has accepted a new role as K-9 Handler. Stay tuned for more details!

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT:

Corning Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) Call Volume:

The Corning Volunteer Fire Department responded to 22 calls for service last week, they were: 14 medicals, 4 fires, 2 traffic collisions, 1 public service and 1 investigation.

 Christmas Basket Program:

The CVFD will begin their raffle ticket drive next week, which supports our Christmas Basket program.  We will be coming door to door on Tuesday and Wednesday nights through the middle of December.

CITY MANAGER:

Events:

The Halloween activities were a hit. Thank you to all that were involved in the community for making those events happen!

Congratulations to Planning/Recreation Coordinator, Chrissy Meeds, on winning first place on the City Hall Pumpkin Decorating Contest with an awesome pirate ship!

Meetings:

• City Council Meeting: November 12, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.

Miscellaneous:

• All City Council Meeting will now begin at 5:30pm. We hope to see you there.
• Responses from HCD on the City Housing Element have been received and responded to. Staff worked diligently to quickly turn around any necessary responses.

• Staff Continue to work with developers on the Falcon Subdivision located directly east of Toomes Ave. between Colusa and North Streets.
• City Council approved funding for the K-9 Program for the police department.
• The grant submittal with Adams Ashby Group for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) was submitted this week. This $3.3 million grant funding would be for the Recreation Center and City Plaza.

 

CITY CLERK:

 Find Your Polling Place:

If you’re voting in person on Election Day, find your polling place and its hours. Follow this

link:  https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/polling-place

 Ballot Drop Box:

The drop box location is SavMor Foods, – 590 Solano Street, Coning, CA 96021

 Commission Vacancies:

Airport Commission – 1 vacant position

Library Commission – 2 vacant positions

If interested, please complete an application at https://www.corning.org/documents/commission-application/ and submit it to City Clerk, Rubi Ordaz, at rordaz@corning.org.  All commissions meet quarterly on specified days the first week of the month in January, April, July, and October.

 

PUBLIC WORKS:

Leaf Pick Up:

Public Works Staff anticipates starting the leaf pick up program mid-November.  Until then please do not pile your leaves in the roadway as we are anticipating rain and need to keep the gutters and storm drains clear.

Library Remodel:

Bidding has closed, and the City received five (5) total bids. The project will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder at the Council meeting on November 12, 2024.

Items currently out to bid:

City of Corning Transportation Center Roof Project – Bid documents can be obtained through the City’s website at corning.org. All bids are due by 2:00 PM on November 5.

Almond and Fig Street Rehabilitation Project – Construction will begin on November 4^th.  City Staff have been working with Olive View Elementary and VSS International Inc. to develop a construction schedule that will have the least amount of impact on those who are dropping off and picking up students.

Hydrant Replacement:

The Public Works Crew worked with the Fire Department to identify Fire Hydrants needing replacement. As they work on replacing them, temporary water shutoffs will be in the surrounding areas. Notifications will be distributed prior to any water shutoffs.

Community Event/Street Impact:

Cal Fire’s fill the Boot Drive will take place on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the intersection of Solano Street and Edith Avenue from 9:00am – 4:00pm, there will be no street closure for this event.

 

PLANNING:

7^th Cycle Housing Element:

The state has started their review on our 7^th cycle housing element expect more information to becoming forward soon.

Planning Commission:

The November Planning Commission scheduled for November 19^th, we will be discussing an amendment to the City’s sign ordinance to add digital sign regulations, and we have received an application for a new food truck located at the old Glassblowers lot.

 

RECREATION:

Basketball:

Youth Basketball registration is open for youth K – 8 We will hold a draft on December 7^th and the season will start in the middle of January. The registration deadline is Nov. 30.

Egg Hunt:

Corning Recreation partnered with American Fit Chix to hold a spooky Egg Hunt at Northside Park on Monday October 25^th, we had about 40 youth register, there were two age groups, and the kids got to hunt eggs filled with fun prizes and candy. It was a good evening, and the kids had fun.

Holiday Season:

We are gearing up for the Holiday season with recreation we have our popular Santa letter program, our Breakfast with Santa, Our Christmas Craft Workshop and few other things happening this holiday season be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram, so you don’t miss out on all the fun.

Jr. Cardettes:

The Jr. Cardettes walked in their very first parade, Homecoming on Friday, October 18^th  and then performed at the halftime of the JV football game, we took this week off to regroup and will get back to work next week learning a holiday routine and start practicing for our Basketball season.

 

POLICE DEPARTMENT:

Patrol:

In addition to responding to 140 calls for service, there were 57 officer-initiated incidents, including 12 traffic stops, and a total of 18 officer reports taken. Officers made 3 misdemeanor arrests, 5 felony arrests (2 of which were juveniles), issued 1 felony citation, 1 parking, and 3 misdemeanor citations during the period of October 24, 2024, through October 30, 2024.

Dispatch:

During the period of October 24, 2024, through October 30, 2024, our Dispatch Center received 275 inbound calls for service. In addition, they responded to 37 incoming 911 calls. All calls were answered within 10 seconds of their ring time.

 Training:

All Officers continue to participate in POST Portal Training and Lexipol Daily Training Bulletins. Other POST online training continues for Patrol and Dispatch personnel.

Staffing:

Corning Police Department is pleased to announce that Officer Dannette Ross has accepted a new role as K-9 Handler. Stay tuned for more details!

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT:

Corning Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) Call Volume:

The Corning Volunteer Fire Department responded to 23 calls for service last week, they were: 16 medicals, 2 traffic collisions, 4 public service and 1 investigation.

Battle of The Badges:

The “Battle of The Badges” turned out to be just a skirmish with the Fire Department beating the Police Department 24 to 3. Thank You Corning, they were projecting 15 blood units and got 27-awesome!!!

Chief’s Message:

• The burn ban will be lifted November 1^st.  You will need a burn permit to burn in the city limits, get it at the Fire Department located at 814 5^th
• Cold weather is upon us, make sure your chimneys and stove pipes are clean.

CITY MANAGER:

Events:

• Trunk or Treat: Saturday October 26, 2024, at the Northside Park, 1414 Colusa Street from 5:00pm – 7:00pm. FREE FOR ALL!
• Halloween Egg Hunt: October 28, 2024, Northside Park, 1414 Colusa Street from 6:00pm – 7:00pm. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
• Treat Street: October 31, 2024, Solano Street, 2:00pm – 5:00pm. FREE FOR ALL!

 Meetings:

• Planning Commission Meeting: October 15, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
• City Council Meeting: November 12, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.

Miscellaneous:

• All City Council Meeting will now begin at 5:30pm. We hope to see you there.

• There are a number of Halloween Events within the community. Be sure to join the fun!
• Staff Continue to work with developers on the Falcon Subdivision located directly east of Toomes Ave. between Colusa and North Streets.
• Staff met with our insurance joint powers (JPA) to review claims, training opportunities and processes.
• Finance Staff met with Tyler Technologies regarding Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software.
• City Council approved funding for the K-9 Program for the police department.
• City Council approved for the Detective position to be hired by the Police Department. The department is excited about this addition to their staffing.
• Staff has finalized the grant submittal with Adams Ashby Group to submit a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) on October 29^th. This $3.3 million grant funding would be for the Recreation Center and City Plaza.

 

CITY CLERK:

 Ballot Drop Box:

The drop box location is SavMor Foods, – 590 Solano Street, Coning, CA 96021

 Commission Vacancies:

Airport Commission – 1 vacant position

Library Commission – 2 vacant positions

If interested, please complete an application at https://www.corning.org/documents/commission-application/ and submit it to City Clerk, Rubi Ordaz, at rordaz@corning.org.  All commissions meet quarterly on specified days the first week of the month in January, April, July, and October.

 

PUBLIC WORKS:

Items currently out to bid:

• City of Corning Library Remodel – Bid documents can be obtained through the City’s website at corning.org . All bids are due by 2:00pm on October 30^th.

 

• City of Corning Transportation Center Roof Project – Bid documents can be obtained through the City’s website at corning.org . All bids are due by 2:00pm on November 5^th.

Almond and Fig Street Rehabilitation Project:

Construction will begin on November 4^th.  City Staff have been working with Olive View Elementary and VSS International Inc. to develop a construction schedule that will have the least amount of impact on those who are dropping off and picking up students.

Hydrant Replacement:

The Public Works Crew worked with the Fire Department to identify Fire Hydrants needing replacement. As they work on replacing them, temporary water shutoffs will be in the surrounding areas. Notifications will be distributed prior to any water shutoffs.

 Community Event/Street Impact:

• Trunk or Treat will take place this Saturday October 26, 2024, at the Northside Park, 1414 Colusa Street from 5:00pm – 7:00pm.
• Cal Fire’s Fill the Boot Drive will take place this Saturday November 2, 2024, at the intersection of Solano Street and Edith Avenue from 9:00am – 4:00pm, there will be no street closure.
• Treat Street will be on Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm. Solano Street will be closed from 1:30pm to approximately 5:30pm for the event between 3^rd Street and West Street for the safety of the participants.

 

PLANNING:

 Falcon Subdivision:

City Council approved the Tentative Map 2024-1002 in a 5-0 vote on Tuesday’s meeting. Tentative Map 2024-1002 proposes to establish 28 new Single-Family Residents on a lot directly east of Toomes Ave. between Colusa and North Streets.

 

RECREATION:

Jr Cardettes:

Corning Recreation participated in the Homecoming Parade, and the Jr Cardettes performed during half time of the JV Football game. Great job to all the dancers and their instructors!

 Corning Recreation Basketball:

Youth Basketball registration is open for youth K – 8 We will hold a draft on December 7^th and the season will start in the middle of January. The registration deadline is Nov. 30.

Paint Party:

Corning Recreation has partnered with Belle & Brush to bring to the community some very creative paint parties, our first one is scheduled for October 26^th at 5:30pm at Rodgers Theater. Register today at https://corningrecreation.recdesk.com/Community/program  

 

POLICE DEPARTMENT:

 Patrol:

In addition to responding to 126 calls for service, there were 74 officer-initiated incidents, including 24 traffic stops, and a total of 22 officer reports taken. Officers made 3 misdemeanor arrests, 6 felony arrests, issued 5 infractions, 4 parking, and 4 misdemeanor citations during the period of October 17, 2024, through October 23, 2024.

 Dispatch:

During the period of October 17, 2024, through October 23, 2024, our Dispatch Center received 299 inbound calls for service. In addition, they responded to 37 incoming 911 calls. All calls were answered within 10 seconds of their ring time.

 Training:

Sergeant Portillo attended an Academy Instructor Certification Course (AICC) in Redding. All Officers continue to participate in POST Portal Training and Lexipol Daily Training Bulletins. Other POST online training continues for Patrol and Dispatch personnel.

Staffing

Corning Police Department is pleased to announce that Officer Dannette Ross has accepted a new role as K-9 Handler. Stay tuned for more details!

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT:

Corning Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) Call Volume:

The Corning Volunteer Fire Department responded to 24 calls for service last week, they were: 21 medicals, 2 public service and 1 investigation.

 Chief’s Message:

 

• The burn ban is still in effect and will continue until a substantial rain event.
• Warming fires in a fire pit are allowed but, only firewood, no trash or brush.  No burn barrels!!

 

 

 IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS BY THE CORNING CITY ATTORNEY

 

State law requires general law cities like Corning to have city clerks and city treasurers.

The City Treasurer is responsible for the deposit and handling of city funds, making city payments and preparation of reports regarding city expenditures and fund balances.  The City Clerk publishes notices, takes oaths, maintains City Council minutes and other records of the City, and is the City’s elections official.

Pursuant to state law, there are two qualifications for the positions of elected City Treasurer and City Clerk: (i) the individual is required to be a resident of the city, and (ii) the individual must be at least 18 years old.  Persons elected to the posts of City Treasurer or City Clerk, however, do not need to possess any professional skills or experience otherwise necessary to competently and responsibly discharge the duties of these offices.  State law does not permit cities to add qualifications to these elected positions.

California law allows the City Treasurer and the City Clerk posts to be elected or appointed.  If the posts are elected, the City Treasurer and the City Clerk serve for a term of four years.  Presently, the Corning City Treasurer and City Clerk positions are elected posts.  Most cities in California, however, have voted to transform the posts into appointive positions: (1) to ensure that the persons discharging the duties of the offices have the professional skills and experience necessary to competently and responsibly discharge the duties of the positions; (2) to ensure that those serving in the positions are providing the level of service as required of city employees, generally; and, (3) to save money by eliminating elections costs related to those positions.

MEASURE O. The Corning City Council placed Measure O on the ballot to allow voters to decide whether to make the City Treasurer and the City Clerk appointed positions.  If a majority of voters approve Measure O, the City Council will appoint a person to the office at the expiration of the City Treasurer’s and City Clerk’s terms.

A “yes” vote allows the Corning City Council to appoint the City Treasurer and the City Clerk.

A “no” vote maintains the City Treasurer and City Clerk as elected positions.

Collin M. Bogener

Corning City Attorney

 

The above statement is an impartial analysis of Measure O. If you desire a copy of the resolution placing Measure O on the ballot, please call Rubi Ordaz at (530) 824-7029 and a copy will be mailed at no cost to you.

CITY MANAGER:

CORNING HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING EVENTS – Friday, October 18^th

                ^{-Parade and Football Games. GO CARDS!!!}

BATTLE OF THE BADGES BLOOD DRIVE – Saturday, October 26^th from 10:30 to 1:00. 

-Go to www.corning.org  for the link to register.

Meetings:

• City Council Meeting: October 22, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.

Miscellaneous:

• All City Council Meeting will now begin at 5:30pm. We hope to see you there.

• City Council approved funding for the K-9 Program for the police department.
• The Police Department received their two new Police Interceptor (SUV) vehicles. Staff will coordinate to get them upfitted with a contractor. This will put the Police Fleet in a much better position moving forward.
• On Monday the City of Corning tabled at the Corning High School Career Fair. It was a great opportunity to educate the students about all the great career opportunities at the City of Corning.
• On Tuesday the pre-construction meeting for the Library Project was open to contractors. There was a good turnout from various contractors.
• On Thursday I attended the NCCSIF meeting in Rocklin.
• Staff is finalizing the grant submittal with Adams Ashby Group to submit a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). This grant funding would be for the Recreation Center and City Plaza. The NOFA was released on Friday, August 30^th. Subsequent meetings have been scheduled to prepare for the grant, a final list of qualifying items will be presented at the October 8^th City Council Meeting.
• The Tehama County Job Training Center is working hard to connect with employees being affected by the closure of TA Truck Stop. We are grateful for their commitment to the community. Folks can also access information at https://city-of-corning.10web.me/

 

CITY CLERK:

Ballot Drop Box:

The drop box location is SavMor Foods, – 590 Solano Street, Coning, CA 96021

Commission Vacancies:

Airport Commission – 1 vacant position

Library Commission – 2 vacant positions

If interested, please complete an application at https://www.corning.org/documents/commission-application/ and submit it to City Clerk, Rubi Ordaz, at rordaz@corning.org.  All commissions meet quarterly on specified days the first week of the month in January, April, July, and October.

 

PUBLIC WORKS:

Solano Street Valve Replacement:

Walberg Inc. replaced 3 valves on Solano Street this week.

Items currently out to bid:

City of Corning Library Remodel – Bid documents can be obtained through the City’s website at www.corning.org . All bids are due by 1:30 PM on October 30.

City of Corning Transportation Center Roof Project – Bid documents can be obtained through the City’s website at www.corning.org . All bids are due by 2:00 PM on November 5.

One (1) Articulating Boom Lift – Bidding has closed, and the City received eight (8) total bids. The procurement will be awarded to the lowest competent bidder at the Council meeting on October 22.

Almond and Fig Street Rehabilitation Project

Construction will begin on November 4^th.  City Staff has been working with Olive View Elementary and the awarded contractor, VSS, International, to develop a construction schedule that will have the least amount of impact on those who are dropping off and picking up students.

Hydrant Replacement:

The Public Works Crew worked with the Fire Department to identify Fire Hydrants needing replacement. As they work on replacing them, temporary water shutoffs will be in the surrounding areas. Notifications will be distributed prior to any water shutoffs.

 

PLANNING:

Planning Commission Meeting:

The Planning Commission made a recommendation to the City Council to approve Tentative Map 2024-1002 in a 4-0 vote at last night’s meeting. Tentative Map 2024-1002 proposes to establish 28 new Single-Family Residents on a lot directly east of Toomes Avenue between Colusa and North Streets.

 

RECREATION:

Jr Cardettes:

Corning Recreation will be participating in the Homecoming Parade, the Jr Cardettes will walk behind the Corning Union High School Drill Team and then will be performing during half time of the JV Football game.

Corning Recreation Basketball:

Youth Basketball registration is open for youth K – 8. We will hold a draft on December 7^th and the season will start in the middle of January. The registration deadline is Nov. 30.

Paint Party:

Corning Recreation has partnered with Belle & Brush to bring to the community some very creative paint parties, our first one is scheduled for October 26^th at 5:30 PM at Rodgers Theater. Register today at https://corningrecreation.recdesk.com/Community/program  

 

POLICE DEPARTMENT:

Patrol:

In addition to responding to 145 calls for service, there were 87 officer-initiated incidents, including 40 traffic stops, and a total of 28 officer reports taken. Officers made 15 misdemeanor arrests (2 of which were juveniles), 2 felony arrests, issued 4 infractions, 2 unclassified, and 6 misdemeanor citations during the period of October 10, 2024, through October 16, 2024.

Dispatch:

During the period of October 10, 2024, through October 16, 2024, our Dispatch Center received 304 inbound calls for service. In addition, they responded to 31 incoming 911 calls. All calls were answered within 10 seconds of their ring time.

Training:

All Officers continue to participate in POST Portal Training and Lexipol Daily Training Bulletins. Other POST online training continues for Patrol and Dispatch personnel.

News:

Three candidates have been interviewed for our K-9 Handler position. Once we have an Officer selected, we will make an official announcement. We are very excited for the return of our K-9 program!

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT:

Corning Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) Call Volume:

The Corning Volunteer Fire Department responded to 18 calls for service last week, they were: 12 medicals, 4 fires and 2 investigations.

Chief’s Message:

• Thank you to all who attended our pancake breakfast last Saturday.
• The CVFD is hosting a Battle of The Badges blood drive next Saturday the 26^th from 10:30 to 1:00.  Go to corning.org for the link to register.

CITY MANAGER:

 Olive Festival & Car Show – Saturday, October 12^th at Lennox Park

 Meetings:

• Planning Commission Meeting: October 15, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
• City Council Meeting: October 22, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.

Miscellaneous:

• Lori Sims achieved 20 years of service to the City of Corning on Friday. Thank you for your dedicated service!
• All City Council Meeting will now begin at 5:30pm. We hope to see you there.

• You won’t want to miss the Olive Festival and Car Show on Saturday at Lennox Park.
• City Council approved funding for the K-9 Program for the police department.
• The Police Department received their two new Police Interceptor (SUV) vehicles. Staff will coordinate to get them upfitted with a contractor. This will put the Police Fleet in a much better position moving forward.
• On Monday I attended the Tehama County Landfill JPA meeting to advocate for the Household Hazardous Waste location in Corning.
• I attended the Rotary Club Meeting on Wednesday as the program speaker. I provided an update regarding projects and work being done by the City and staff.
• Wednesday evening Mayor Snow, Councilwomen Lomeli and I attended the 2X2X2 meeting. This meeting is with both School Districts and their representatives. It is an opportunity to information share and collaborate.
• On Thursday we held a kickoff meeting with the Corning Elementary School District and Olive View School to coordinate efforts with the Street Project around the school.
• Staff is finalizing the grant submittal with Adams Ashby Group to submit a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). This grant funding would be for the Recreation Center and City Plaza. The NOFA was released on Friday, August 30^th. Subsequent meetings have been scheduled to prepare for the grant, a final list of qualifying items will be presented at the October 8^th City Council Meeting.

 

CITY CLERK:

Ballot Drop Box:

The Tehama County Elections Office has five drop box locations for the November 5, 2024 Consolidated General Election.

The drop box locations are as follows:

• SavMor Foods, – 590 Solano Street, Coning, CA 96021
• Historic Courthouse Lobby – 633 Washington Street, Red Bluff, CA 96080
• Food Maxx – 94 Belle Mill Rd., Red Bluff, CA 96080
• Nu-Way Market – 8049 Highway 99E, Los Molinos, CA 96055
• Tehama County Library – 545 Diamond Ave., Red Bluff, CA 96080

Commission Vacancies:

Airport Commission – 1 vacant position

Library Commission – 2 vacant positions

If interested, please complete an application at https://www.corning.org/documents/commission-application/ and submit it to City Clerk, Rubi Ordaz, at rordaz@corning.org.  All commissions meet quarterly on specified days the first week of the month in January, April, July, and October.

 

PUBLIC WORKS:

Community Event/Street Impact:

• Corning Olive Festival:

The Corning Olive Festival and Car Show will take place this Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Corning Community Park, and Lennox Fields from 10:00am to 3:00pm.  There will be no road closures for this event but due to the anticipated attendance be aware of traffic congestion and pedestrians not only on Toomes and Houghton Avenues, but the surrounding side streets as well.

• Corning High School Homecoming Parade

The Homecoming Parade will be next Friday, October 18, 2024. The parade will commence at the corner of Third and Solano and end at Toomes and Solano.  Solano Street will be closed from 2:00pm to 4:30pm.  The floats will line up along Marin Street prior to the parade and the parade will begin at 3:00pm.

Solano Street Valve Replacement:

Walberg Inc. will be replacing 3 valves on Solano Street next week. The work will take place from approximately 10pm-6am the next morning. Residents and business’ that may have their water affected by these replacements will be notified.

Items currently out to bid:

• One (1) Articulating Boom Lift—Bid documents can be obtained through the City’s website at corning.org. All bids are due by 1:30 PM on October 22.

 

• City of Corning Library Remodel – Bid documents can be obtained through the City’s website at corning.org. All bids are due by 1:30 PM on October 30.

 Hydrant Replacement:

The Public Works Crew worked with the Fire Department to identify Fire Hydrants needing replacement. As they work on replacing them, temporary water shutoffs will be in the surrounding areas. Notifications will be distributed prior to any water shutoffs.

 

PLANNING:

Planning Commission Meeting:

There is a Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday October 15^th, where staff will be presenting a new tentative subdivision map for the Falcon Subdivision, a 28 single family moderate home parcel and the commission will also be discussing digital sign rules for a new upcoming ordinance.

 

RECREATION:

Olive Festival:

Corning Recreation will have a booth at the Olive Festival, come see us and make your own Corning Homecoming Football Pennant to wave at the parade and game on October 18^th. Also, our Corning Jr. Cardettes will be performing for the first time this year at noon at the Olive Festival near the kid’s zone come cheer them on, they have been working very hard.

Corning Recreation Basketball:

Youth Basketball registration is open for youth K – 8 We will hold a draft on December 7^th and the season will start in the middle of January. The registration deadline is Nov. 30.

Paint Party:

Corning Recreation has partnered with Belle & Brush to bring to the community some very creative paint parties, our first one is scheduled for October 26^th at 5:30 PM at Rodgers Theater. Register today at https://corningrecreation.recdesk.com/Community/program

 

POLICE DEPARTMENT:

Patrol:

In addition to responding to 137 calls for service, there were 56 officer-initiated incidents, including 15 traffic stops, and a total of 13 officer reports taken. Officers made 1 misdemeanor arrest, 1 felony arrest, issued 2 infractions, 1 misdemeanor citation, and 1 parking citation, during the period of October 3, 2024, through October 9, 2024.

Dispatch:

During the period of October 3, 2024, through October 9, 2024, our Dispatch Center received 281 inbound calls for service. In addition, they responded to 38 incoming 911 calls. All calls were answered within 10 seconds of their ring time.

Training:

Dispatchers Fountain and Duncan attended the RIMSCON convention in South Lake Tahoe and Sergeant Curiel attended the Supervisor Field Training in Sacramento.

Meetings:

Chief Bassett and Admin Smith attended the Annual Supplemental Law Enforcement Oversight Committee Meeting in Red Bluff.

News:

We are pleased to announce the return of our K-9 program after 18 months. With increased staffing, we are now ready to resume this valuable initiative. Three qualified candidates are set to undergo the K-9 Handler interview process. Once a handler is selected, they will begin the process of pairing with their K-9 partner.

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT:

 Corning Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) Call Volume:

The Corning Volunteer Fire Department responded to 29 calls for service last week, they were: 20 medicals, 3 fires, 1 traffic collision and 5 public service.

Chief’s Message:

Saturday from 7-10am the CVFD is hosting a pancake breakfast to kick off the Olive Festival-come enjoy $8.00 donation.

CITY MANAGER:

Meetings:

• City Council Meeting: October 8, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
• Planning Commission Meeting: October 15, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.

Miscellaneous:

• A special thank you to all staff. Staff have been doing a tremendous job with the everyday tasks as well as taking on new projects. There is a lot going on right now. We are very thankful for the team we have and the work they are doing. They are an asset to the community and should be recognized for the work they are doing.
• I met with the Olive Grove Apartment Key Stakeholders to discuss concerns and issues at the complex.
• Staff and I continue to meet regarding possible new development projects.
• Staff continues to work with Adams Ashby Group to submit a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). This grant funding would be for the Recreation Center and City Plaza. The NOFA was released on Friday, August 30^th. Subsequent meetings have been scheduled to prepare for the grant, a final list of qualifying items will be presented at the October 8^th City Council Meeting.
• At the most recent City Council Meeting, the water valve replacement project and street project were approved. Staff will work to get these projects underway.

 

CITY CLERK:

Commission Vacancies:

Airport Commission – 1 vacant position

Library Commission – 2 vacant positions

If interested, please complete an application at https://www.corning.org/documents/commission-application/ and submit it to City Clerk, Rubi Ordaz, at rordaz@corning.org.  All commissions meet quarterly on specified days the first week of the month in January, April, July, and October.

 

PUBLIC WORKS:

Items currently out to bid:

One (1) Articulating Boom Lift—Bid documents can be obtained through the City’s website at corning.org. All bids are due by 1:30 PM on October 22.

City of Corning Library Remodel – Bid documents can be obtained through the City’s website at corning.org. All bids are due by 1:30 PM on October 30.

Closed Bids:

Bidding has closed for two (2) New F-150/Half Ton Regular Cab 4×2 pickups. The city received two (2) total bids. The procurement will be awarded to the lowest competent bidder at the Council meeting on October 8.

Hydrant Replacement:

The Public Works Crew worked with the Fire Department to identify Fire Hydrants needing replacement. As they work on replacing them, temporary water shutoffs will be in the surrounding areas. Notifications will be distributed prior to any water shutoffs.

 

PLANNING:

7^th Cycle Housing Element Update:

Our 7^th cycle, Housing Element was submitted to the state for a 60-day review period on Monday August 12^th.

 

RECREATION:

Tuesday Night Market:

A big Thank you to everyone that has made the 2024 Tuesday Night Market Season so successful, we appreciate you all!

 Corning Recreation Basketball:

Youth Basketball registration is open for youth K – 8 We will hold a draft on December 7^th and the season will start in the middle of January. The registration deadline is Nov. 30.

Paint Party:

Corning Recreation has partnered with Belle & Brush to bring to the community some very creative paint parties, our first one is scheduled for October 26^th at 5:30 PM at Rodgers Theater. Register today at https://corningrecreation.recdesk.com/Community/program 

 

POLICE DEPARTMENT:

Patrol:

In addition to responding to 164 calls for service, there were 75 officer-initiated incidents, including 18 traffic stops, and a total of 28 officer reports taken. Officers made 6 misdemeanor arrests, 4 felony arrests, issued 7 infractions, 4 misdemeanor citations, and 5 parking citations, during the period of September 26, 2024, through October 2, 2024.

Dispatch:

During the period of September 26, 2024, through October 2, 2024, our Dispatch Center received 330 inbound calls for service. In addition, they responded to 43 incoming 911 calls. All calls were answered within 10 seconds of their ring time.

Training:

All Officers continue to participate in POST Portal Training and Lexipol Daily Training Bulletins. Other POST online training continues for Patrol and Dispatch personnel.

Meetings:

Chief Bassett and Admin Smith attended the Annual Supplemental Law Enforcement Oversight Committee Meeting in Red Bluff.

 News:

It’s National Breast Cancer Awareness month so you might see our officers, dispatchers, and CSO’s out and about wearing our throwback pink patch on their uniforms. Early detection saves lives! Get your screenings done!

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT:

Corning Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) Call Volume:

The Corning Volunteer Fire Department responded to 21 calls for service last week, they were: 15 medicals, 5 fires and 1 public service.

 Training: Training consisted of testing 1000 feet of large diameter hose (5”) from Truck 3

Chief’s Message:

 The heat is back on, be fire safe and stay hydrated!

CITY MANAGER:

Last Tuesday Night Market for the year is Tuesday, October 1st

 Meetings:

• Recreation Commission Meeting: Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.
• City Council Meeting: October 8, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
• Planning Commission Meeting: October 15, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.

Miscellaneous:

• A special thank you to all staff. Staff have been doing a tremendous job with the everyday tasks as well as taking on new projects. There is a lot going on right now. We are very thankful for the team we have and the work they are doing. They are an asset to the community and should be recognized for the work they are doing.
• I met with the Olive Grove Apartment Key Stakeholders to discuss concerns and issues at the complex.
• Staff and I continue to meet regarding possible new development projects.
• Staff continues to work with Adams Ashby Group to submit a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). This grant funding would be for the Recreation Center and City Plaza. The NOFA was released on Friday, August 30^th. Subsequent meetings have been scheduled to prepare for the grant, a final list of qualifying items will be presented at the October 8^th City Council Meeting.
• At the most recent City Council Meeting, the water valve replacement project and street project were approved. Staff will work to get these projects underway.

 “Drive the speed limit and be on the lookout for our students and youth.”

 

CITY CLERK:

 Commission Appointment:

The Recreation Commission filled its last vacancy. At the last council meeting Ulises Graciano Salas was appointed to the Recreation Commission filling the last vacancy set to expire on 6/30/2025.

 Commission Vacancies:

Airport Commission – 1 vacant position

Library Commission – 2 vacant positions

If interested, please complete an application at https://www.corning.org/documents/commission-application/ and submit it to City Clerk, Rubi Ordaz, at rordaz@corning.org.  All commissions meet quarterly on specified days the first week of the month in January, April, July, and October.

 

PUBLIC WORKS:

Items currently out to bid:

One (1) Articulating Boom Lift—Bid documents can be obtained through the City’s website at corning.org. All bids are due by 1:30 PM on October 22.

Closed Bids:

Bidding has closed for two (2) New F-150/Half Ton Regular Cab 4×2 pickups. The city received two (2) total bids. The procurement will be awarded to the lowest competent bidder at the Council meeting on October 8.

 Hydrant Replacement:

The Public Works Crew worked with the Fire Department to identify Fire Hydrants needing replacement. As they work on replacing them, temporary water shutoffs will be in the surrounding areas. Notifications will be distributed prior to any water shutoffs.

 

PLANNING:

7^th Cycle Housing Element Update:

Our 7^th cycle, Housing Element was submitted to the state for a 60-day review period on Monday August 12^th.

 

RECREATION: 

Recreation Commission Meeting:

Corning Recreation will be holding a Recreation Commission Meeting on October 2^nd at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers.

Corning Recreation Basketball:

Youth Basketball registration will be opening on the 1^st of October. We will be opening the program up to kindergarteners this year.

Paint Party:

Corning Recreation has partnered with Belle & Brush to bring to the community some very creative paint parties, our first one is scheduled for October 26^th at 5:30 PM at Rodgers Theater. Register today at https://corningrecreation.recdesk.com/Community/program

 Tuesday Night Market:

Our final Tuesday Night Market for the 2024 year is Tuesday, October 1st from 5:00 – 8:00 on Solano Street from 3^rd to 6^th. We will be holding the annual bed races, the Corning Jr. Cardettes will be performing for the first time at 5:30 PM in front of Rodgers Theater

 

POLICE DEPARTMENT:

 Patrol:

In addition to responding to 163 calls for service, there were 52 officer-initiated incidents, including 16 traffic stops, and a total of 36 officer reports taken. Officers made 6 misdemeanor arrests (2 of which were juveniles), 6 felony arrests (4 of which were juveniles), issued 2 infractions, and 1 parking citation, during the period of September 19, 2024, through September 25, 2024.

Dispatch:

During the period of September 19, 2024, through September 25, 2024, our Dispatch Center received 320 inbound calls for service. In addition, they responded to 36 incoming 911 calls. All calls were answered within 10 seconds of their ring time.

Training:

All Officers continue to participate in POST Portal Training and Lexipol Daily Training Bulletins. Other POST online training continues for Patrol and Dispatch personnel.

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT:

Corning Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) Call Volume:

The Corning Volunteer Fire Department responded to 27 calls for service last week, they were: 19 medicals, 3 fires, 4 public service and 1 hazardous condition.

Chief’s Message:

The sidewalk and in front of your residence is not a place for discarded furniture.

CITY MANAGER:

Meetings:

• City Council Meeting: September 24, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.

Miscellaneous:

• A special thank you to all staff. Staff have been doing a tremendous job with the everyday tasks as well as taking on new projects. There is a lot going on right now. We are very thankful for the team we have and the work they are doing. They are an asset to the community and should be recognized for the work they are doing.
• I attended the Tehama County Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, to advocate for the City of Corning and Economic Development
• I met with the PATH Shelter team on Thursday regarding services and outreach in Corning.
• Staff and I met with Tehama County Staff regarding possible commercial developments, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and fire and law enforcement communications.
• I met with Red Bluff City Manager on Friday to collaborate and information share.
• Staff continues to work with Adams Ashby Group to submit a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). This grant funding would be for the Recreation Center and City Plaza. The NOFA was released on Friday, August 30^th. Subsequent meetings have been scheduled to prepare for the grant, a final list of qualifying items will be presented at the October 8^th City Council Meeting.

“Drive the speed limit and be on the lookout for our students and youth.”

 

CITY CLERK:

Commission Vacancies:

Airport Commission – 1 vacant position

Library Commission – 2 vacant positions

If interested, please complete an application at https://www.corning.org/documents/commission-application/ and submit it to City Clerk, Rubi Ordaz, at rordaz@corning.org.  All commissions meet quarterly on specified days the first week of the month in January, April, July, and October.

 

PUBLIC WORKS:

 Items currently out to bid:

• Two (2) New F-150/1500/Half Ton 4x 2 Regular Cab Pickups – Bid documents can be obtained through the City’s website at corning.org. All bids are due by 1:30 PM on September 25.
• One (1) Articulating Boom Lift—Bid documents can be obtained through the City’s website at corning.org. All bids are due by 1:30 PM on October 22.

Almond and Fig Street Rehabilitation Project:

Bidding has closed, and the City received five (5) total bids. The project will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder at the Council meeting on September 24.

Solano Street Valve Project:

Bidding has closed, and the City received two (2) total bids. The project will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder at the Council meeting on September 24.

Hydrant Replacement:

The Public Works Crew worked with the Fire Department to identify Fire Hydrants needing replacement. As they work on replacing them, temporary water shutoffs will be in the surrounding areas. Notifications will be distributed prior to any water shutoffs.

 

PLANNING:

Mobile Food Truck Vendors:

We have been receiving numerous complaints on the food vendors in our area not following the city code. Warning letters with a copy of the code were mailed out on Tuesday, September 17^th.

Digital Signs:

The Planning Department continues to work on a digital sign ordinance and is scheduled to bring a discussion item to the Planning Commission in October

7^th Cycle Housing Element Update:

Our 7^th cycle, Housing Element was submitted to the state for a 60-day review period on Monday August 12^th.

 

RECREATION:

 Corning Recreation Basketball:

Youth Basketball registration will be opening on the 1^st of October. We will be opening the program up to kindergarteners this year.

Paint Party:

Corning Recreation has partnered with Belle & Brush to bring to the community some very creative paint parties, our first one is scheduled for October 26^th at 5:30 PM at Rodgers Theater. Register today at https://corningrecreation.recdesk.com/Community/program

 Tuesday Night Market:

Our final Tuesday Night Market for the 2024 year is right around the corner. Join us Tuesday October 1st from 5:00 – 8:00 Downtown Corning on Solano Street from 3^rd to 6^th. We will be holding the annual bed races, if you have not gotten your team together, time is running out. Also, this will be the Corning Jr. Cardettes first performance of the year, if you would like to come support them, they will perform at 5:30 on Solano St in front of Rodgers Theater.

 

POLICE DEPARTMENT:

Patrol:

In addition to responding to 161 calls for service, there were 82 officer-initiated incidents, including 11 traffic stops, and a total of 26 officer reports taken. Officers made 11 misdemeanor arrests (3 of which were juveniles), 1 felony arrest, issued 4 infractions, 3 misdemeanor, and 6 parking citations, during the period of September 12, 2024, through September 18, 2024.

Dispatch:

During the period of September 12, 2024, through September 18, 2024, our Dispatch Center received 292 inbound calls for service. In addition, they responded to 28 incoming 911 calls. All calls were answered within 10 seconds of their ring time.

Training:

All Officers continue to participate in POST Portal Training and Lexipol Daily Training Bulletins. Other POST online training continues for Patrol and Dispatch personnel.

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT:

Corning Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) Call Volume:

The Corning Volunteer Fire Department responded to 25 calls for service last week, they were: 20 medicals, 4 public service and 1 investigation

Chief’s Message:

The burn ban is still in effect!!