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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!!

CITY MANAGER:

Meetings:

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

Miscellaneous:

• September 14, 2024, there is a Free Passenger Tire Collection event from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Corning Park and Ride at the corner of 3^rd and Solano Streets.
• Our new Accounting Technician is expected to start Monday, September 16^th.
• Bid documents for the road improvement project around the Olive View School area are complete and have been posted to the public for bid. All bids must be received no later than September 17, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.
• 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.
• There was a good turnout for the Job Fair at the Rodgers Theater put on by the Tehama County Job Training Center on Tuesday, September 10^th. Corning High School Students had the opportunity to attend this event. Special thank you to David Whitten and Caltronics Business Systems for the delivery and use of a copy machine for all to use at this event at no cost.
• The work to replace four water heaters through a first come first serve basis program managed by the California Public Utilities Commission is complete. This resulted in four new water heaters at city owned facilities. These customer incentives come from California ratepayers funding and is made available under this program until funding is depleted or otherwise directed by the CPUC. The four new water heaters will be installed at the Sr. Center and Transportation Center (Café, PAL, & waiting area).

 “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world.”

 

CITY CLERK:

Commission Vacancies:

The City’s Airport, and Library Commissions each have a vacant position.  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:

• Almond and Fig Rehabilitation Project – Bid documents can be obtained through the City’s website at corning.org. All bids are due by 2:00 PM September 17.
• 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 September 25.
• Solano Street Valve Project – Bid Documents can be obtained through the Public Works Director, Elijah Stanley. All bids are due by 2:00 PM September 18.

 Sidewalk:

The crew repaired a stretch of sidewalk on West Street and fixed a water leak on Solano St, the sidewalk will be closed in this area until early next week.

 Hydrant Replacement:

The Public Works Crew worked with the Fire Department to identify Fire Hydrants in need of replacement. As they work on replacing them there will be temporary water shut offs in the surrounding areas. Notifications will be distributed prior to any water shut offs.

 

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.

Sphere of Influence Boundary Map Resolution:

A resolution for the Municipal Services Review submit to the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) was approved at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. This will allow the city to annex property into the City limits as needed.

 

RECREATION:

 Corning Recreation Classes:

Fall recreation is getting started this week and next, we have a full line up of classes available for all ages, hope to see you in class.

Rodger’s Theater:

Staff will be working with Public Works to clean out the poster windows at Rodgers theater over the next couple weeks and updating the posters, we have invited the Chamber to add a poster regarding upcoming events along with Corning Union High School, we are excited for this partnership to allow the community to view upcoming events in the area.

 

POLICE DEPARTMENT:

Patrol:

In addition to responding to 127 calls for service, there were 90 officer-initiated incidents, including 30 traffic stops, and a total of 13 officer reports taken. Officers made 2 misdemeanor arrests, 3 felony arrests (2 of which were juveniles), issued 6 infractions, 4 misdemeanor, and 10 parking citations, during the period of September 5, 2024, through September 11, 2024.

Dispatch:

During the period of September 5, 2024, through September 11, 2024, our Dispatch Center received 258 inbound calls for service. In addition, they responded to 26 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 almost fully staffed! We have hired our second and final Lateral Police Officer. Officer Barry started his career with us on September 1, 2024. Please welcome him to the community!

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT: 

Corning Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) Call Volume:

The Corning Volunteer Fire Department responded to 17 calls for service last week, they were: 13 medicals, 2 fires and 2 public service.

 Chief’s Message:

 Please keep your properties clear of debris and dry vegetation.

CITY MANAGER:

Tehama County Job Fair – At Rodgers Theater – September 10^th at 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. hosted by the Tehama County Job Training Center

Meetings:

• City Council Meeting: September 10, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.

Miscellaneous:

• I would like to welcome Officer Barry to the City of Corning. He will be sworn in on Monday morning.

• September 14, 2024, there is a Free Passenger Tire Collection event from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Corning Park and Ride at the corner of 3^rd and Solano Streets.
• Our new Accounting Technician is expected to start Monday, September 16^th.
• Bid documents for the road improvement project around the Olive View School area are complete and have been posted to the public for bid. All bids must be received no later than September 17, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.
• 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.
• Carrie Ferchaud, Executive Director of the Job Training Center and I continue to have had ongoing conversations regarding Employment and Business Services. We are working on a rapid response effort as a result of the Andersen and Sons (Vina, Ca) layoffs. Please visit corning.org and follow the Layoff and Business Services Link. A series of times have been scheduled in the City Council Chamber for Andersen and Sons services enrollment.
  • Carrie and her team are doing a phenomenal job to help the residents of Corning. They are holding a series of sessions in the City Council Chambers and the Job Fair mentioned above.
• The work to replace four water heaters through a first come first serve basis program managed by the California Public Utilities Commission is wrapping up. These customer incentives come from California ratepayers funding and is made available under this program until funding is depleted or otherwise directed by the CPUC. The four new water heaters will be installed at the Sr. Center and Transportation Center (Café, PAL, & waiting area).
• Staff is working to award the RFP for Audit Services. Contract negotiations are happening. The contract will come before Council for approval at a future meeting.

 

CITY CLERK:

Commission Vacancies:

The City’s Airport, Recreation, and Library Commissions each have a vacant position.  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:

Work Schedule:

The Public Works crew has returned to their winter hours of operation (7:00am-3:30pm). The meter reader will remain on his regular schedule (8:00am-4:30pm).

 Water Leaks:

With the hot weather water leaks continue to pop up. The Public Works Crew are working diligently to address each one as they come up.

 Hydrant Replacement:

The Public Works Crew worked with the Fire Department to identify Fire Hydrants in need of replacement. As they work on replacing them there will be temporary water shut offs in the surrounding areas. Notifications will be distributed prior to any water shut offs.

 

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:

Thank you to everyone involved for a wonderful Tuesday Night Market, it was a hot one but very enjoyable with a handful of new vendors. Our next and last market is scheduled for October 1^st and we will be holding the annual bed race. Get those teams put together and come out to beat the defending champions. Contact the Chamber of Commerce.

Corning Recreation Classes:

Corning Recreation is working on planning this year’s Basketball season…Are you ready?

 

POLICE DEPARTMENT:

Patrol:

In addition to responding to 131 calls for service, there were 73 officer-initiated incidents, including 23 traffic stops, and a total of 19 officer reports taken. Officers made 3 misdemeanor arrests, 6 felony arrests, issued 3 infractions and 3 parking citations, during the period of August 29, 2024, through September 4, 2024.

Dispatch:

During the period of August 29, 2024, through September 4, 2024, our Dispatch Center received 313 inbound calls for service. In addition, they responded to 46 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 almost fully staffed! We have hired our second and final Lateral Police Officer. Officer Barry started his career with us on September 1, 2024. Please welcome him to the community!

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT:

 Corning Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) Call Volume:

The Corning Volunteer Fire Department responded to 31 calls for service last week, they were: 24 medicals, 3 fires, 1 traffic collision, 2 public service and 1 hazardous condition

Chief’s Message:

 The burn ban is still in effect.  No burning allowed; everything is still very dry!!!!

CITY MANAGER:

Tuesday Night Market – September 3, 2024 – 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Tehama County Job Fair – At Rodgers Theater – September 10^th at 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. hosted by the Tehama County Job Training Center

 Meetings:

• City Council Meeting: September 10, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.

Miscellaneous:

• September 14, 2024, there is a Free Passenger Tire Collection event from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Corning Park and Ride at the corner of 3^rd and Solano Streets.
• Interviews for the Accounting Technician position were held on Thursday, August 15, 2024. We have made a job offer and have a verbal acceptance. We are working on the onboarding process now.
• Bid documents for the road improvement project around the Olive View School area are complete and have been posted to the public for bid. All bids must be received no later than September 17, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.
• Staff is working 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 is expected to be released on Friday, August 30^th.
• Carrie Ferchaud, Executive Director of the Job Training Center and I continue to have had ongoing conversations regarding Employment and Business Services. We are working on a rapid response effort as a result of the Andersen and Sons (Vina, Ca) layoffs. Please visit corning.org and follow the Layoff and Business Services Link. A series of times have been scheduled in the City Council Chamber for Andersen and Sons services enrollment. More information to come on this topic as it is dynamic and developing.
  • Carrie and her team are doing a phenomenal job to help the residents of Corning. They are holding a series of sessions in the City Council Chambers and the Job Fair mentioned above.
• The work to replace four water heaters through a first come first serve basis program managed by the California Public Utilities Commission has started. These customer incentives come from California ratepayers funding and is made available under this program until funding is depleted or otherwise directed by the CPUC. The four new water heaters will be installed at the Sr. Center and Transportation Center (Café, PAL, & waiting area).

 School is in session! Look twice for students crossing streets!

 

CITY CLERK:

Commission Vacancies:

The City’s Airport, Recreation, and Library Commissions each have a vacant position.  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:

Work Schedule:

The crew will switch back to their regular hours (7am-3:30pm) Tuesday September 3, 2024. The meter reader will remain on his regular schedule (8am-4:30pm).

Street Impact:

The fourth Corning Tuesday Night Market will be occurring on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, starting at 5:00pm and going until 8:00pm.  Solano Street will be closed between 3^rd Street and 6^th Street for the event. Solano Street closure will begin approximately 3:30pm to prepare for the event and will re-open once the event has finished.

Water:

With the hot weather water leaks continue to pop up. The Public Works Crew are working diligently to address each one as they come up.

Hydrant Replacement:

The Public Works Crew worked with the Fire Department to identify Fire Hydrants in need of replacement. As they work on replacing them there will be temporary water shut offs in the surrounding areas. Notifications will be distributed prior to any water shut offs.

 

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:

It’s almost time to start the Tuesday Night Markets back up, the next one is scheduled for

Tuesday September 3^rd, we hope you can join us.

Corning Recreation Classes:

Corning Rec will be opening our Fall Recreation programs for registration this week.

 

POLICE DEPARTMENT:

 Patrol:

In addition to responding to 136 calls for service, there were 85 officer-initiated incidents, including 9 traffic stops, and a total of 30 officer reports taken. Officers made 5 misdemeanor arrests, 7 felony arrests, issued 3 misdemeanor citations and 1 parking citation, during the period of August 22, 2024, through August 28, 2024.

Dispatch:

During the period of August 22, 2024, through August 28, 2024, our Dispatch Center received 301 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.

News:

Stop by our table at the Tuesday Night Market on September 3^rd and check out our new CSO and Patrol trucks! We will have them on display and have plenty of goodies for the kids.

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT:

 Corning Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) Call Volume:

The Corning Volunteer Fire Department responded to 31 calls for service last week, they were: 20 medicals, 2 fires, 1 traffic collision, 7 public service and 1 hazardous condition.

Training:

Training consisted of a controlled burn near Colusa St. and Stanmar Drive.

 Chief’s Message:

 Please make sure your address is very visible even at night so emergency vehicles can properly respond!!

Have a safe Labor Day weekend!!!!!

Meetings:

• City Council Meeting: August 27, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.

Miscellaneous:

• At the next City Council Meeting on August 27, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. we will have a CDBG Public Hearing. This grant application opportunity for the Recreation Center and City Plaza Project.
• Interviews for the Accounting Technician position were held on Thursday, August 15, 2024. We have made a job offer and have a verbal acceptance. We are working on the onboarding process now.
• Staff continues to work on the Library Remodel Project Design. It is very close to completion, at the Library Commission meeting on Thursday, August 22, 2024, we received approval of the plans and will begin to work on final changes. Project and bid authorization will come before the City Council for approval in the coming weeks.
• Bid documents for the road improvement project around the Olive View School area are complete and approved by the City Council along with the authorization to go out to bid. We will work with the School District regarding bidding and construction. We anticipate this to go out to bid in the next couple of weeks.
• Staff is working with Adams Ashby Group to submit a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). This grant funding would be for the Recreation Center and City Plaza. We are currently waiting for the NOFA to be released as mentioned above we will host a public hearing on August 27, 2024. We anticipate this NOFA being released at the end of the month.
• Carrie Ferchaud, Executive Director of the Job Training Center and I continue to have had ongoing conversations regarding Employment and Business Services. We are working on a rapid response effort as a result of the Andersen and Sons (Vina, Ca) layoffs. A press release will go out by the end of the week. Please visit corning.org and follow the Layoff and Business Services Link. A series of times have been schedule in the City Council Chamber for Andersen and Sons services enrollment. More information to come on this topic as it is dynamic and developing.
  • Carrie and I presented at the Tehama County Board of Supervisors Meeting on Tuesday, August 20^th on this topic.
• Staff is working to replace four water heaters through a first come first serve basis program managed by the California Public Utilities Commission. These customer incentives come from California ratepayers funding and is made available under this program until funding is depleted or otherwise directed by the CPUC.

 School is in session! Look twice for students crossing streets!

 

 

CITY CLERK:

Commission Vacancies:

The City’s Airport, Recreation, and Library Commissions each have a vacant position.  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:

 Water:

• With the hot weather water leaks continue to pop up. The Public Works Crew are working diligently to address each one as they come up.

 Hydrant Replacement:

• The Public Works Crew worked with the Fire Department to identify Fire Hydrants in need of replacement. As they work on replacing them there will be temporary water shut-offs in the surrounding areas. Notifications will be distributed prior to any water shut-offs.

 

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.

 Planning Commission:

The Planning Commission meeting was held on Tuesday August 20^th and the Planning Commission approved in a 4-0 vote to approve a digital sign for Better Choice Real Estate. The sign that will be placed in the front yard of the business.

 

RECREATION: 

Tuesday Night Market:

It’s almost time to start the Tuesday Night Markets back up, the next one is scheduled for Tuesday September 3^rd, we hope you can join us.

Corning Recreation Classes:

Corning Rec will be opening our Fall Recreation programs for registration this week.

 

POLICE DEPARTMENT:

 Patrol:

In addition to responding to 175 calls for service, there were 85 officer-initiated incidents, including 23 traffic stops, and a total of 32 officer reports taken. Officers made 3 misdemeanor arrests, 5 felony arrests, issued 4 misdemeanor citations, 8 parking citations, and 9 infractions during the period of August 15, 2024, through August 21, 2024.

Dispatch:

During the period of August 15, 2024, through August 21, 2024, our Dispatch Center received 300 inbound calls for service. In addition, they responded to 54 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:

We have introduced our new patch to the community! BOLO for the new patch on uniforms, vehicles, and our social media. We will gradually be transitioning away from the old patch so the community may see both patches for the time being.

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT:

 Corning Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) Call Volume:

The Corning Volunteer Fire Department responded to 19 calls for service last week, they were: 15 medicals and 4 fires.

CVFD Engine:

Engine 6 is back after spending 21 days on station coverage in the county.

Chief’s Message:

 Please don’t be fooled by the cooler weather, vegetation is still very dry!

 

CITY OF CORNING RESPONSE TO ANDERSEN & SONS SHELLING LAYOFFS

-LAYOFF AND BUSINESS SERVICES AVAILABLE-

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 16, 2024

 

The City of Corning is partnering to offer Layoff and Business Services as a response to recent layoffs at Andersen & Sons Shelling (Vina, Ca), which occurred on Friday, July 26^th resulting in 321 individuals without jobs. Approximately 75% of those affected reside in Tehama County and 50% live within the City of Corning. The majority of the employees were permanent, non-seasonal workers.

The Tehama County Job Training Center promptly responded by providing 100% of the affected employees with information about layoff services including Unemployment Insurance (UI), job search assistance, customized hiring events, health insurance, re-training, financial planning, and more. Since July 26^th the Job Training Center has helped 117 of the affected employees with job search and career services, hosted 2 custom hiring events, confirmed 13+ employers who are on board to recruit from this population, began coordinating job training classes and English classes, and have plans to submit an Emergency Additional Assistance application to the State of California in partnership with NoRTEC, the Local Workforce Development Board.  The additional funds will ensure comprehensive career and training services are made available to the affected employees. For more information about local layoff services please call Job Training Center at (530) 529-7000 or visit JobTrainingCenter.org.

This event has caused a ripple effect to other local businesses such as walnut producers, farmers, contractors, transportation companies, farm product companies, etc. and has been compounded by declining walnut prices and rising inflation costs. A coordinated response team has been formed to address the immediate needs of these businesses and help prevent future business layoffs, business closures and provide immediate support to our community.  The team is being led by the City of Corning, the Tehama County Farm Bureau and the Tehama County Job Training Center.  Twelve partnering agencies have agreed to support this initiative and workgroups are underway to address the immediate needs of local businesses.

For more information or to get involved, please visit the City of Corning’s newly launched website at www.Corning.org which will serve as the resource and services hub for those impacted by these difficult economic times. The website will feature resources from City of Corning, Tehama County Farm Bureau, Tehama County Job Training Center, ChicoSTART, Corning Chamber of Commerce, Small Business Development Center at Butte College, 3CORE, Red Bluff Chamber of Commerce, GO-Biz and CalOSBA.

If you are interested in hiring and training an Andersen & Sons employee, call the Tehama County Job Training Center at (530) 529-7000.

The City of Corning is confident that mobilizing these services and partnerships will help our community through this difficult time.  For information, please visit our website or contact the City of Corning.

 Contact Information:

Brant Mesker, City Manager

(530)824-7029

Website: www.Corning.org