Minutes – February 5, 2026
MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR
AGENCY/PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY
MEETING AGENDA
February 5, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER 6:03 PM
Council Members Present: Vosburg, Schindler, Lowder, Arroyo Others Present: City Manager Sean Brewer, Assistant City Attorney Nick Matoian, Chief of Police Jose Garza, Financial Services Director Mai Vang and City Treasurer Dawn Kahikina Fire Chief Greg DuPuis, and Administrative Analyst Mercedes Garcia
Council Members Absent: Ramirez
Others Absent: Assistant City Manager Jesse Barron and City Clerk Shannon Jensen Changes to the Agenda: City Manager Sean Brewer announced the following Changes to the Agenda:
1. Item No. 6.1 shall be Pulled from the Agenda and brought back at the February 19, 2026, meeting.
Motion by Schindler, Second by Lowder to Approve the Agenda for the Special meeting of February 5, 2026.
Motion Approved by 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote. (Ramirez – Absent)
2. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, APPOINTMENTS AND PROCLAMATIONS
1. Proclamation – Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Mayor Nathan Vosburg presented a proclamation recognizing Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month to Jessica Sailer, Prevention and Education Manager, and Tiffany Apodaca, Crisis Response Manager, of Marjaree Mason Center.
Ms. Sailer and Ms. Apodaca provided a brief presentation regarding teen dating violence awareness and prevention efforts.
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2. Presentation from the Community Garden, Alma Sanchez Ms. Alma Sanchez, Chief Executive Officer of the Pierce Street Community Garden nonprofit organization, provided a brief presentation regarding the community garden and the progress made since transitioning to a nonprofit organization in June 2025.
3. Public Outreach Efforts Presentation – Jessenia Medina, Public Outreach Coordinator Ms. Jessenia Medina, Public Outreach Coordinator, provided a presentation regarding the City’s public outreach and social media coordination efforts, including community engagement initiatives, social media analytics, and upcoming outreach projects. Council discussion followed regarding QR codes, mass notification systems, and expanding public outreach efforts.
4. Department Updates
Fire Chief Greg DuPuis provided a brief update regarding Fire Department activities and ongoing projects.
Chief of Police Jose Garza provided a brief update regarding Police Department activities and community outreach efforts.
Financial Services Director Mai Vang provided a brief update regarding Finance Department activities and the implementation of the City’s new payment processing system.
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
The following individual(s) spoke under Citizen Comments:
None
The following individual(s) submitted written comment(s):
None
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Check Register: 12/01/2025-12/31/2025
2. Introduce and Waive First Reading of Ordinance No. 876 (Adoption of 2025 California Building Codes and Addition and Adoption of Chapter 17 and 18 of Title 8 of the City of Coalinga Municipal Code)
3. City Council Authorization of an Event Expenditure Budget for the 2026 Wings Over the Westside Event Scheduled for Saturday, October 3, 2026
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4. Approval of Contract Amendment with RSG, Inc. – Housing Successor Agency Consulting Services (FY 2024-25)
5. Acceptance of the Measure C Audit Report for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2024 Councilman Lowder Pulled Item No. 5.5 for Discussion
City Manager Sean Brewer provided a brief overview of the Measure Ce Program.
Financial Services Director Mai Vang and Assistant City Manager Jesse Barron provided clarification regarding the Measure C Program and the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Measure C Audit Report.
6. Acceptance of the Local Transportation Development Act Funds Audit Report for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2024, and 2023
7. Informational Only: Investment Report for Quarter End December 31, 2025
8. Amendment to Authorization to Enter into an Agreement with CivicPlus for Website Chatbot Integration and Accessibility Compliance Services – Approval of Additional Accessibility Costs Mayor Vosburg Pulled Item No. 5.8 for Discussion.
City Manager Sean Brewer provided a brief overview of the item; with additional clarification provided by Assistant City Manager Jesse Barron and Public Outreach Coordinator Jessenia Medina.
Motion by Arroyo, Second by Schindler to Approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 5.1 through 5.8. Approved by 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote. (Ramirez – Absent)
6. ORDINANCE PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION AND POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS
1. Initial Discussion and Direction regarding Potential Placement of a Measure J Sales Tax Extension on the November 2026 General Election Ballot and Consideration of Public Information and Outreach Support
Sean Brewer, City Manager
Item No. 6.1 was Pulled during Changes to the Agenda and is expected to be brought back for discussion at the February 19, 2026, City Council meeting.
2. Discussion and Potential Action related to City Authority and Options for Abatement and Lient Placement on Fire-Damaged Properties
Sean Brewer, City Manager
City Manager Sean Brewer provided an overview of the item.
Fire Chief Greg DuPuis also provided additional information regarding Fire Department procedures following fire incidents.
Consensus of the Council was for staff to return with additional information and a proposed summary abatement ordinance for Council’s consideration.
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3. Council Discussion and Potential Action related to Reassessing Committees – Future Agenda Item – Mayor Vosburg
Sean Brewer, City Manager
City Manager Sean Brewer provided a brief overview regarding current committee vacancies following recent Councilmember resignations.
Chief of Police Jose Garza provided information regarding the Chief’s Advisory Board/Public Safety Committee.
Motion by Vosburg, Second by Arroyo to Appoint Councilman Jeremy Lowder to the Airport Ad Hoc Committee. Approved by 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote. (Ramirez – Absent) Motion by Lowder, Second by Schindler to Appoint Councilman Abel Arroyo to the Public Safety / City Beautification / Code Enforcement / Animal Control Transparency & Accountability Committee. Approved by 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote. (Ramirez – Absent)
Motion by Lowder, Second by Vosburg to Appoint Councilman Mayor Pro-Tem Schindler to the Public Safety / City Beautification / Code Enforcement / Animal Control Transparency & Accountability Committee. Approved by 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote. (Ramirez – Absent)
4. Discussion and Potential Direction related to the 2026 4th of July Celebration Event - Future Agenda Item – Mayor Pro-Tem Schindler
Sean Brewer, City Manager
Mayor Pro-Tem Schindler initiated discussion regarding potentially moving the City’s 2026 Fourth of July Celebration event to July 4, 2026.
City Manager Sean Brewer provided information regarding event logistics, vendor availability, and coordination with community partners.
Consensus of the Council is for staff to continue researching options and coordinating with community partners regarding feasibility of holding the even on July 4th.
7. ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Manager’s Announcements:
City Manager Sean Brewer reminded the Council and public regarding the upcoming Chamber Dinner scheduled for Saturday at 6pm at West Hills College Coalinga.
Council Member’s Announcements:
None
City Treasurer Dawn Kahikina indicated she no announcements to report.
Mayor’s Announcements:
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Mayor Vosburg provided comments regarding ongoing City efforts and encouraged the community to allow staff time to continue implementing recent projects and initiatives. Discussion also occurred regarding the upcoming SCCA racing event and Council Member attendance opportunities.
8. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember discussioned vegetation overgrowth throughout the City, including overgrown vacant properties and sidewalks, potential fire hazards, and ongoing vegetation abatement efforts. Direction was provided to staff to continue addressing vegetation overgrowth concerns throughout the community.
9. CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – Existing Litigation (Gov. Code 54956.9(d)(1)) Alexis A. v. City of Coalinga, et al., Fresno County Superior Court Case No. 26CECG00196
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS – Government Code 54957.6. CITY NEGOTIATORS: City Manager, Sean Brewer and City Attorney, Mario Zamora. EMPLOYEE (ORGANIZATION): General Employees and Police Officers Association
10. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
No reportable action was taken during Closed Session.
11. ADJOURNMENT 8:13 PM
APPROVED:
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Nathan Vosburg, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Shannon Jensen, City Clerk
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Date
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