The City Council in Walnut will meet 5-p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3rd, during a regular session. On their agenda is a Public Hearing with regard to a proposed MidAmerican Energy Franchise Renewal for a period of 25-years. A bit later on in their meeting, the Council will discuss the franchise renewal with MidAmerican’s Mark Reinders, followed by discussion and possible action on the first readings of Ordinances 165 & 166, assigning the rights and non-exclusive franchises to the energy company, with regard to electrical and natural gas system services and related matters.

In other business, the Walnut City Council will discuss: A lease agreement for TLC Food & Clothing Pantry at the Walnut Community Center; Providing a tire drop-off during general garbage pickup; and the Oct. 6th Community Appreciation Dinner. They will also receive a City of Walnut Infrastructure Needs Study and Strategic Plan, followed by action on the adoption of a Resolution adopting the study and plan, and action on a Resolution for the possible adoption of an updated Walnut Municipal Utility Identity Theft Prevent Program, and a request to rename Walnut Ridge Road.

Another item of business, is discussion with regard to a complaint about merchandise on downtown business sidewalks, in Walnut.