REGULAR & SPECIAL Minutes – February 19, 2026
MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR
AGENCY/PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY
MEETING AGENDA
February 19, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER 6:00 PM
Council Members Present: Vosburg, Schindler, Ramirez, Lowder Others Present: City Manager Sean Brewer, City Attorney Mario Zamora, Assistant City Manager Jesse Barron, Chief of Police Jose Garza, Financial Services Director Mai Vang, City Treasurer Dawn Kahikina, Fire Chief Greg DuPuis, Administrative Analyst Mercedes Garcia, and City Clerk Shannon Jensen Council Members Absent: Arroyo
Others Absent: None
Changes to the Agenda: City Manager Sean Brewer announced the following Changes to the Agenda:
1. Special Meeting shall run concurrently with the Regular Meeting;
2. Item Nos. 6.1 and 6.2 from the Special Agenda shall be added to the Regular Meeting Agenda as Item Nos. 6.7 and 6.8 respectively; and
3. Item No. 9.2 shall be moved and considered immediately prior to Section
2. Awards, Presentations, Appointments and Proclamations.
Motion by Ramirez, Second by Schindler to Approve the Agenda for the meeting of February 19, 2026. Motion Approved by 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote. (Arroyo – Absent) At 6:02pm, the City Council recessed into Closed Session to consider Item No. 9.2. City Attorney Mario Zamora announced that no reportable action was expected following Closed Session.
Mayor Vosburg reconvened the meeting at 6:22pm.
May Vosburg announced the following additional changes to the agenda:
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4. Item No. 6.5 shall be moved to the Consent Calendar as Item No.
5.11; and
5. Item No. 5.1 from the Special Agenda shall be added to the Regular Agenda as Item No. 5.12.
Motion by Lowder, Second by Schindler to Approve Additional Changes to the Agenda for the meeting of February 19, 2026. Motion Approved by 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote. (Arroyo – Absent)
2. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, APPOINTMENTS AND PROCLAMATIONS None
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
The following individual(s) spoke under Citizen Comments:
Scott Netherton, Executive Director of the Coalinga Chamber of Commerce, provided an update regarding Chamber activities and upcoming community events, including the Community Service Awards Dinner, Mardi Gras event scheduled for Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 11am-7pm; and the Coalinga Horned Toad Derby in May.
The following individual(s) submitted written comment(s):
None
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Approve MINUTES – December 4, 2025
2. Informational Only – Code Enforcement Report December, 2025
3. Informational Only – Code Enforcement Report January, 2026
4. Waive Second Reading and Adopt 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)
5. Adopt Resolution No. 4308 Authorizing the Submission of a HOME Applicatioin to the State Department of Housing and Community Development and Identifying the 31 Unit Coalinga Senior Apartments Project as the Project Beneficiary if Awarded and Further Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Owner Participation Loan Agreement for the Deferral of Impact Fees Councilman Ramirez Pulled Item No. 5.5 for Discussion
City Manager Sean Brewer provided a brief overview of the item.
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6. Authorize Purchase and Installation of New Audio / Visual Equipment and Software for Council Chambers to Comply with SB 707
Mayor Vosburg Pulled Item No. 5.6 for Discussion
Building Inspector Robert Smith provided a brief overview of the item.
7. Adopt Resolution No. 4307 Approving the 2025 Annual Progress Report (APR) for the City’s 6th Cycle Housing Element and General Plan
8. Council Review and Approval of the Sewer System Management Plan and Authorization to Establish a Fats, Oils, and Greases (FOG) Program
9. Council Consideration and Authorization for the Mayr to Sign a Letter in Support of Ab 1786 (Harabedian) – Best Value Construction Contracting Authority for Cities
10. Authorize the City Manger to Abate the Fire Damaged Residence at 325 E. Houston Street Mayor Vosburg Pulled Item No. 5.10 for Discussion
Assistant City Manager Jesse Barron provided a brief overview of the item.
11. Consideration of Public Information Consultant for Citywide Informational Items Item No. 5.11, originally appearing as Item No. 6.5, was Moved to the Consent Calendar as Item No. 5.11 during Changes to the Agenda.
12. Approved MINUTES – December 9, 2025 (Special)
Item No. 5.12, originally appearing on the Special Agenda as Item No. 2.1, was Added to the Consent Calendar as Item No. 5.12 during Changes to the Agenda.
Motion by Schindler, Second by Ramirez to Approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 5.1 through 5.12.
Approved by 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote. (Arroyo – Absent)
6. ORDINANCE PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION AND POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS
1. Council Review, Discussion and Potential Action related to the State of Coalinga’s Retail Cannabis Sales Tax Rates
Sean Brewer, City Manager
City Manager Sean Brewer provided a brief overview of the item.
Consensus of the Council was for staff to return with an ordinance amendment reducing the retail cannabis sales tax rate from 10% to 5%.
2. City Council Discussion and Potential Direction to Initiate a Cannabis Ordinance Amendment to Provide Flexibility and Reduced Permit Fees for Seasonal Cultivation Employees Sean Brewer, City Manager
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City Manager Sean Brewer provided an overview of the item.
Consensus of the Council was for staff to return with proposed ordinance amendments to the City’s commercial cannabis ordinance for Council consideration regarding employee permitting requirements, including review of appliable state minimum standards and employee background investigation requirements.
3. Discussion and Potential Action regarding Considering a Temporary Use Agreement with Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) for Autocross Events at the Coalinga Municipal Airport and Review Potential Long-Term Site Options – Future Agenda Item – Councilman Lowder Sean Brewer, City Manager
City Manager Sean Brewer provided a brief overview regarding potential temporary use agreement with the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) for autocross events and discussed potential short-term and long-term site options.
Audrey Tran, representative of the SCCA, addressed the City Council in support of hosting autocross events in Coalinga.
Consensus of the Council was for staff to work with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) to facilitate temporary autocross events at the Coalinga Municipal Airport as soon as practicable and to continue exploring long-term site options.
4. Initial Discussion and Direction regarding Potential Placement of a Measure J Sales Tax Extension on the November 2026 General Election Ballot
Sean Brewer, City Manager
City Manager Sean Brewer provided a brief overview regarding the potential placement of a Measure J sales tax extension on the November 2026 General Election ballot.
Consensus of the Council was for staff to prepare and return with the necessary documents for Council consideration of a potential Measure J extension measure for the November 2026 General Election ballot.
5. Consideration of Public Information Consultant for Citywide Informational Items Sean Brewer, City Manager
Item No. 6.5 was Moved to the Consent Calendar as Item No. 5.11 during Changes to the Agenda.
6. Discussion, Direction, and Potential Action regarding Appointment to the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District Committee
Sean Brewer, City Manager
City Manager Sean Brewer provided a brief overview regarding appointments to the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District City Selection Committee.
Motion by Lowder, Second by Schindler to Appoint Councilman Ramirez as the City’s Representative to the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District City Selection Committee and Councilman Arroyo as the Alternate Representative. Motion Approved by 4/0 Majority Voice Vote. (Arroyo – Absent) Docusign Envelope ID: 046A0E2C-A5CE-8D25-80C3-6C9A971B2E8A REGULAR & SPECIAL Minutes – February 19, 2026
7. Discussion, Direction and Potential Action regarding One (1) Expiring Term on the Planning Commission
Jesse Barron, Assistant City Manager
City Manager Sean Brewer provided a brief overview regarding one expiring term on the Planning Commission.
Motion by Vosburg, Second by Ramirez to Re-Appoint Planning Commissioner Ken Stoppenbrink to an Additional Four-Year Term on the Planning Commission. Motion Approved by 4/0 Majority Voice Vote. (Arroyo – Absent)
8. Discussion, Direction and Potential Action regarding the Proposed 4th of July Event and Fireworks Display, and Further Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Fireworks Display Sean Brewer, City Manager
City Manager Sean Brewer provided a brief overview regarding a proposed 4th of July community event and fireworks display.
Public Outreach Coordinator Jessenia Medina provided information regarding fireworks and drone vendor availability, costs and event planning options.
Consensus of the Council is for staff to proceed with planning efforts for a 4th of July community event and drone show, a fireworks display during the Let Freedom Ring celebration, and to return with the necessary agreements for Council’s consideration.
7. ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Manager’s Announcements:
City Manager Sean Brewer announced the upcoming Animal Balance spay and Neuter clinic event, bringing high-volume spay, neuter, and veterinary services to Coalinga at the Coalinga Grange Hall this Friday through Sunday. Mr. Brewer also announced the City received confirmation of $1.092 million in EPA funding for the City’s sodium hydroxide facility project. Mr. Brewer provided a progress report on the outdoor food court project.
The March 5, 2026 City Council meeting shall be canceled due to the City Manager and the majority of the Council traveling to Washington, D.C. to participate in meetings with federal representatives on behalf of the City.
City Treasurer Dawn Kahikina indicated she no announcements to report.
Council Member’s Announcements:
Councilman Ramirez noted that Caltrans has posted notices regarding the upcoming State Route 33 rehabilitation project and encouraged the community to plan accordingly for anticipated traffic impacts.
City Manager Sean Brewer provided additional information regarding the project schedule, anticipated construction impacts, and ongoing coordination with Caltrans.
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Mayor’s Announcements:
Mayor Vosburg discussed the upcoming Washington, D.C. advocacy trip, during which City representative will meet with member so Congress and Seante staff to advocate for federal funding opportunities and projects benefiting the City of Coalinga.
8. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Vosburg also discussed the City’s participation in the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) conference, where City representatives will engage with retailers, developers, and other stakeholders to promote business attraction and economic development initiatives.
Mayor Vosburg also requested that staff contact the California Highway Patrol regarding potential enforcement assistance along State Route 33 coming into town. Staff provided information regarding ongoing coordination with Caltrans, potential speed feedback signage, and additional signage along State Route 33.
9. CLOSED SESSION
1. 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
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – Anticipated Litigation. Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Gov. Code 54956.9(b): 1 case
3. REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS – Government Code Section 54956.8. CONFERNCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS. PROPERTY: APN: 070-070-42ST (Coalinga Airport) located in the City of Coalinga. CITY NEGOTIATORS: City Manager, Sean Brewer; and City Attorney Mario Zamora. NEGOTIATING PARTIES: Momentum Tactical, LLC. UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Price and Terms of Payment
10. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
No reportable action was taken during Closed Session.
11. ADJOURNMENT 7:57 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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