City of Atwater

The council meeting included the swearing-in of a new police officer, a progress report on Measure V regional funding, and a presentation concerning unpermitted food vending. Key actions taken included the adoption of a resolution approving the closeout report for the 2022 CDBG owner-occupied rehabilitation program, the approval of mid-year budget revenue and expense amendments for the 2025-26 fiscal year, and the ratification of the Community Development Director's employment agreement. The council also held discussions regarding transportation priorities for the use of RSTP exchange funds and conducted a closed session regarding labor negotiations and potential litigation.

The agenda for the meeting included a review of subsequent need items requiring a two-thirds vote, approval of the agenda, and staff reports. Staff reports included a verbal financial report from the Finance Director, updates from the Police Chief, and an update from the CAL FIRE Battalion Chief. Other actionable items involved a review of the Committee Expenditure Review Form with findings to be submitted to the City Council. The agenda also allocated time for an update from the City Manager and comments from the public and committee members. The document also contains minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting, which covered staff reports on finance, police, and fire matters, including inquiries about fund balances, radio compatibility, and budget utilization.

The Audit and Finance Committee agenda outlines several key items for discussion and action. The primary focus includes the nomination and appointment of a Chairperson and a Vice Chairperson for the committee, each for a one-year term ending December 31, 2026. Additionally, the committee will review and act on the Treasurer's Report (unaudited) for the month ending December 31, 2025, which the staff recommends forwarding to the City Council for acceptance. The Finance Director is scheduled to provide a verbal update. The agenda also reserves time for public comments on items not listed.

The Audit and Finance committee meeting included several key actions. The committee voted unanimously to approve the Treasurer's report for the month ending August 31, 2025. A significant presentation was made regarding the Annual Financial Report and Single Audit Report for the year ended June 30, 2024, as well as the Independent Accountants' Report on Agreed-Upon Procedures Applied to Appropriations Limit Schedule for the year ended June 30, 2025. The Finance Director provided updates concerning sales tax, revenue estimates for the 26-27 budget, and general departmental matters.

The agenda for the meeting outlines several items for discussion and action. Key items include the nomination and appointment of the Audit and Finance Committee Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for one-year terms ending December 31, 2026. Funding and budget matters involve a review of the unaudited Treasurer's Report for the month ending December 31, 2025, with a recommendation for City Council acceptance. The Finance Director is also scheduled to provide a verbal update on departmental finance matters. The agenda also notes the approval of minutes from the October 13, 2025 Special Meeting.