February 11, 2025
MINUTES
District 1
Rachel NerioGuerrero
Mayor
District 2
Maribel Reynosa
Council Member
District 3
Benjamin Prado
Vice Mayor
District 4
Kuldip Thusu
Council Member
District 5
Linda Launer
Council Member
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
Launer, Nerio-Guerrero, Prado, Reynosa, Thusu
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
None.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
Alaniz, Avila, Chastain, Hurtado, Iriarte, James, Lew, Montejano, Patlan, Solis, Watts
1. OPENING CEREMONIES
1.1. Welcome and Call to Order
Mayor Nerio-Guerrero called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
1.2. Invocation
Chaplain Garcia led the Invocation.
1.3. Pledge of Allegiance
Parks & Community ServicesDirector Hurtado led the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. AGENDA CHANGES OR DELETIONS
To better accommodate members of the public or convenience in the order of presentation, items on the agenda may not be presented or acted upon in the order listed. Additions to Agenda may be added only pursuant to California Government Code section 54954.2(b).
None.
3. PRESENTATIONS/CEREMONIAL MATTERS
3.1. Recognition for the Retirement of Timothy Miller, Engineer/Paramedic (GC) Fire Chief Chastain recognized Engineer/Paramedic Timothy Miller, who retired from the City of Dinuba Fire Department after 31 years of service. Chastain gave a brief history of Miller's fire career.
The council presented Miller with a parchment and recognition plaque, they shared well wishes and appreciation.
Miller was joined by his family and expressed words of gratitude.
4. REQUEST TO ADDRESS COUNCIL
This portion of the meeting is reserved for any person who would like to address the Council on any item that is not on the agenda. Please be advised that State law does not allow the City Council to discuss or take any action on any issue not on the agenda. The City Council may direct staff to follow up on such item(s). Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes. If there is any person wishing to address the City Council at this time please approach the podium and state your name and nature of the request.
Erasmo Diaz approached the podium to express concern regarding diesel fuel theft in the area designated for truck parking around Walmart. Diaz, a truck driver, advised that he has been a victim of diesel fuel theft on three occasions. Diaz requests assistance with cameras and increased Police patrol to prevent future theft.
Rasputin Cazares approached the podium to address street widening in the downtown area.
Rose Ware approached the podium to thank the Police Department for their assistance in returning a neighborhood pet to its owner. Ware expressed concern about an individual committing theft in her neighborhood.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
Matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion and one vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, a member of the audience or a Council Member may request an item be removed from the Consent Calendar and it will be considered separately.
5.1. SUBJECT
Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes (MA)
a
RECOMMENDATION
Council to review and approve the Council Meeting minutes as presented.
5.2. SUBJECT
Award Well 20 Improvements Project and Adopt Resolution No. 2025-12 Approving FY 24/25 Budget Amendment No. 2025-15 (GA)
a
RECOMMENDATION
Council by one motion take the following actions:
1. Award Well 20 Chlorination and Pump Improvements Project to Logan Bros Pump & Ag, Inc. in the amount of $168,030.94; and,
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-12 approving Budget Amendment No. 2025-15 for FY 24/25 in the amount of $168,030.94 to fund the subject project.
A motion was made by Council Member Thusu, second by Council Member Launer, to review and approve the Consent Calendar as presented.
Ayes: Launer, Nerio-Guerrero, Prado , Reynosa, Thusu
6. WARRANT REGISTER
6.1. SUBJECT
Warrant Register January 31 & February 7, 2025 (KS)
a
RECOMMENDATION
Council to review and approve the Warrant Register as presented.
A motion was made by Council Member Launer, second by Council Member Prado , to review and approve as presented.
Ayes: Launer, Nerio-Guerrero, Prado , Reynosa, Thusu
7. DEPARTMENT REPORTS
7.1. SUBJECT
Clean California Grant - Entertainment Plaza Renovation (JW) a
RECOMMENDATION
Council to review design for the Entertainment Plaza renovations and provide input on overall scope of improvements.
City Engineer Watts presented the design for the Entertainment Plaza renovations and asked for input on the final improvements.
The council expressed interest and would like to see possible Christmas tree options.
7.2. SUBJECT
Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for Fiscal Year 2023- 2024 (KS)
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RECOMMENDATION
Council to receive and accept the City of Dinuba's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the year ended June 30, 2024.
Administrative Services Director Solis introduced Ahmed Badawi, President of Badawi and Associates to present a summary of the City of Dinuba's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.
A motion was made by Mayor Reynosa, second by Council Member Launer, to receive and accept the City of Dinuba's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the year ended June 30, 2024.
Ayes: Launer, Nerio-Guerrero, Prado , Reynosa, Thusu
8. MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORTS
The Council gave an update on meetings and local events they have attended.
9. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
City Manager Patlan thanked Parks & Community Services staff for a job well done during the Sportsplex Open House. Patlan shared that he will be off Thursday and Friday.
10. CITY STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
Assistant City Manager James shared that he gave a presentation to the Lions Club.
James shared that construction on Chipotle is moving quickly.
Administrative Service Director Solis shared that staff has begun work on the 2025/2026 fiscal year budget.
Fire Chief Chastain reported that his staff is assisting Tulare County in preparation for the upcoming storm. Staff will be deployed through Friday.
Police Chief Iriarte reported that his department has participated in 102 communityoriented activities.
Parks & Community Services Director Hurtado reported increased attendance at the Sportplex since the renovation. Hurtado thanked the Council for their support.
City Engineer Watts reported that he is preparing for upcoming projects. Watts shared that Montebella Phase 2 had solar lights installed and encouraged the Council to drive through and visit the area. Watts reported that subdivisions are moving quickly.
Public Works Director Avila reported that crews are cleaning basins in preparation for the upcoming storm. Avila shared that staff is working on capital projects, budget, and grants.
City Clerk/Human Resources Director Alaniz shared that an email was sent regarding the Dinuba Women's Club event. Alaniz asked for anyone interested in attending to contact her.
11. CLOSED SESSION
11.1. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation (LP) Discuss threat of litigation, pursuant to subdivision (b) of Government Code Section 54956.9; One (1) case.
No reportable action.
12. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Nerio-Guerrero adjourned the meeting at 9:04 p.m.