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City Council Meeting • Minutes
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May 11, 2026 6:00 PM Council Chamber
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Mouanoutoua at 6:00 PM.
Flag Salute
Flag Salute led by Mayor Pro Tem Pearce
Roll Call
Present: Councilmember Basgall, Councilmember Ashbeck, Councilmember Bessinger, Mayor Pro Tem Pearce, Mayor Mouanoutoua
Presentations/Proclamations
1. Presentation by Buchanan Bird Brains - FRC Team 1671.
Administrative Items
2. Receive and File -Annual Report Update from the Clovis Youth Commission.
Received and Filed
Public Comments
Dr. Eimear O'Brien spoke about her work in education since retiring, highlighted literacy challenges across Fresno County, discussed the Golden State Literacy Plan, and asked for support in her campaign for County Superintendent of Schools.
Steven Brown discussed concerns about urban sprawl and city planning in America, advocated for more walkable and aesthetically designed communities through form-based zoning, and encouraged continued engagement in the General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) process.
Eric Rollins, resident, thanked the Council and youth participants for promoting civic engagement, individual liberty, and community involvement, and expressed appreciation for the display of "In God We Trust" and the Constitution in the Council chambers.
Steven Trevino, resident, shared personal reflections about multigenerational living within Hispanic culture and emphasized the importance of caring for family members and maintaining close family connections.
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Dr. Jeni-Ann Kren, resident, praised the City's youth commission and community events for encouraging civic engagement, strengthening families, and creating positive community involvement opportunities for youth.
Consent Calendar
Upon call, there was no public comment.
Motion by Councilmember Ashbeck, seconded by Councilmember Bessinger, that the items on the Consent Calendar be approved. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
3. Minutes from the May 4, 2026, City Council Meeting.
4. Administration - Receive and File - Economic Development Corporation Serving Fresno County Quarterly Report, Q3 January - March 2026.
5. General Services - Approval - Res. 26-52, a Resolution Authorizing the City Council to Execute a Joint Powers Resolution with the Employment Risk Management Authority (ERMA) for Employment Practices Liability coverage.
6. General Services - Approval - Claim Rejection of the General Liability Claim for Rebekah Madison.
7. Public Utilities - Approval - Preliminary Engineer's Report; and Approval - Res. 26- 53, a Resolution Declaring the City's Intention to Levy and Collect the Annual Assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1.
Council Items
8. Discussion of Term Limits for Council Members, and Potential Direction to Staff.
The following members of the public addressed Council on the above item and spoke in opposition: Eric Rollins, Dr. Jeni-Ann Kren, Bill Scott, Steven Trevino, Mike Prandini, and Mason Magsig.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Pearce, seconded by Councilmember Basgall to place a measure on the November 2026 ballot for term limits of three consecutive terms of four years each for service on the Clovis City Council. Motion failed 2-3 vote, with Councilmembers Ashbeck and Bessinger and Mayor Mouanoutoua voting no.
There was consensus of the Council to revisit the community survey discussion prior to the next planned survey in 2028, with staff refining potential survey questions and returning to Council for input or direction if necessary.
9. Provide Direction - Stanford Addition Bullard Couplet Improvements.
The following members of the public addressed the Council on the above item: Eric Rollins and Steven Trevino.
There was consensus of the Council to refine the concept for the area as a destination that highlights and celebrates the neighborhood's cultural and historical significance through features such as unique sidewalks, lighting, plaques recognizing notable families and community leaders, and historical markers that tell the story of the area.
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City Manager Comments
City Manager Haussler announced that the Planning Commission will hold special meetings on May 14th and a regular meeting on May 28, 2026, and encouraged the community to attend the Clovis Memorial Run on Saturday, May 23, 2026.
Council Comments
There was no formal Council direction for staff.
Closed Session
10. Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Case Name: Matthew Maciel v. City of Clovis, et al.; Case No. 25CECG02450 Motion by Councilmember Ashbeck, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Pearce to approve a settlement in the referenced litigation in the amount of $210,000 for dismissal of the case and a full release of all claims by the former employee. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
11. Government Code Section 54957.6
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR
NEGOTIATORS
Agency designated representatives: Andrew Haussler, Paul Armendariz, Amy Hance, and Scott Cross
Employee Organization: Clovis Police Officers Association No further action was reported.
Adjournment
Mayor Mouanoutoua adjourned the meeting at 8:21 PM. The next regularly scheduled City Council meeting is May 18, 2026.
Brana Pour
/ Mayor City Clerk
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