April 22, 2025
MINUTES
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
Rachel Nerio-Guerrero, Maribel Reynosa, Benjamin Prado, Kuldip Thusu, Linda Launer
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
Alaniz, Avila, Chastain, Iriarte, James, Lew, Montejano, Patlan, Solis
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
The Invocation was led by Police Chief Iriarte.
1.3. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Launer.
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
3.1. Dinuba Youth Basketball Champions Recognition (SH) Elijah Luna, Sports Coordinator introduced the Dinuba Youth Basketball Championship teams for recognition.
The Council gave words of encouragement and congratulations.
4. NEW EMPLOYEES AND PROMOTIONS
4.1. Introduction and Oath of Office for Police Officer Sandra Ovedo (AI) Police Chief Iriarte introduced Police Officer Sandra Ovedo and briefly shared the history of her law enforcement experience. Officer Ovedo was joined by her family and pinned by her mother, Sophia.
Mayor Nerio-Guerrero administered the Oath of Office.
Ovedo thanked the council for their support and expressed excitement about working in the community.
The Council gave words of support and encouragement.
4.2. Introduction and Oath of Office for Police Officer Omar Lua (AI) Police Chief Iriarte introduced Police Officer Omar Lua and briefly gave a history of his law enforcement experience. Officer Lua was joined by his family and pinned by his grandmother, Leticia.
Mayor Nerio-Guerrero administered the Oath of Office.
Lua thanked the Council and expressed appreciation to his family and the community.
Lua looks forward to helping the community.
The Council gave words of encouragement and support.
5. 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.
Alondra Cabrera approached the podium regarding safety concerns at the Alta and Kamm roundabout.
6. 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.
6.1. SUBJECT
Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes (MA)
RECOMMENDATION
Council to review and approve the City Council meeting of April 8, 2025, as presented.
6.2. SUBJECT
Dinuba Lowrider Council Request for Sponsorship for the 2nd Annual Charity Car Show Event (MA)
RECOMMENDATION
Council to approve the sponsorship amount of $500 for the Dinuba Lowrider Council 2nd Annual Charity Car Show scheduled to take place on May 17, 2025.
6.3. SUBJECT
Authorization to Execute Encroachment Agreement with Alta Irrigation District for a Utility Crossing on Kamm Avenue (JW)
RECOMMENDATION
Council to approve an Encroachment Agreement with Alta Irrigation District (AID) for various utility crossings in connection with Alta and Kamm Avenue Roundabout Project and authorize City Manager or designee to execute the agreement and any related documents.
6.4. SUBJECT
Authorization to Execute Encroachment Agreement with Alta Irrigation District for Utility Crossings on Crawford Avenue (JW)
RECOMMENDATION
Council to approve an Encroachment Agreement with Alta Irrigation District (AID) for the installation of traffic signs in connection with HSIP Safety Improvements Project at Various Locations and authorize City Manager or designee to execute the agreement and any related documents.
6.5. SUBJECT
Resolution No. 2025-21 Road Repair and Accountability Act (SB1) Proposed Project List (JW)
RECOMMENDATION
Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-21 approving the SB1 proposed project list to be included in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP), as prescribed, to satisfy the program objectives and statutory requirements of the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 (SB1).
6.6. SUBJECT
Authorization to award the purchase a new aerator motor for the Waste Water Reclamation Facility and Adopt Resolution No. 2025-23 Approving FY 24/25 Budget Amendment No. 2025-24 (GA)
RECOMMENDATION
Council by one motion take the following actions:
1. Award the purchase of a new aerator motor in the aerobic digester from Aquaturbo Systems. Inc. in the amount of $45,512.50 and,
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-23 approving Budget Amendment No. 2025- 24 for FY 24/25 in the amount of $48,000 to fund the aerator motor purchase and installation.
6.7. SUBJECT
Resolution No. 2025-24 Approving the Annual Amendment to the Investment Policy (KS)
RECOMMENDATION
Council approve amendment to update the City’s Investment Policy and to reflect updates based on the recommendations of California Debt and Investment Advisory Committee (CDIAC).
A motion was made by Council Member Thusu, second by Council Member Launer, to review and approve as presented.
Ayes: Rachel Nerio-Guerrero, Maribel Reynosa, Benjamin Prado, Kuldip Thusu, Linda Launer
Absent: None.
7. WARRANT REGISTER
7.1. SUBJECT
Warrant Register April 11 & April 18, 2025 (KS)
RECOMMENDATION
Council to review and approve the Warrant Register as presented.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Prado, second by Council Member Reynosa, to review and approve the Warrant Register as presented.
Ayes: Rachel Nerio-Guerrero, Maribel Reynosa, Benjamin Prado, Kuldip Thusu, Linda Launer
Absent: None.
8. PUBLIC HEARING
8.1. SUBJECT
Annual Review and Adjustment to Fees, Charges and Fines (KS)
RECOMMENDATION
Council conduct a public hearing and adopt Resolution No. 2025-18 implementing the recommended fees and fines effective July 1, 2025.
Administrative Services Director Solis introduced Senior FIscal Analyst Jackie Lopez to present the Annual Review and Adjustment to Fees, Charges, and Fines.
Mayor Nerio-Guerrero opened the Public Hearing.
Wyatt Thomason approached the podium with questions regarding the revenue collected from the fees and asked if the fees would impact the city's budget.
Mayor Nerio-Guerrero closed the Public Hearing.
A motion was made by Council Member Reynosa, second by Council Member Thusu, to adopt Resolution 2025-18, implementing the recommended fees and fines effective July 1, 2025.
Ayes: Rachel Nerio-Guerrero, Maribel Reynosa, Benjamin Prado, Kuldip Thusu, Linda Launer
Absent: None.
9. DEPARTMENT REPORTS
9.1. SUBJECT
Centennial Park Master Plan Design (SH)
RECOMMENDATION
Council to receive information, review the proposed design, and provide input and direction for Centennial Park improvements.
Parks & Community Services Director Hurtado reviewed the proposed design for Centennial Park improvements and asked for input from the Council. Hurtado reported that staff worked closely with Volz Design to develop the design improvements for Centennial Park.
The Council gave words of support.
9.2. SUBJECT
Resolution No. 2025-22 Approval of Adjustment to Development Impact Fees (JW)
RECOMMENDATION
Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-22 approving the adjustment to Development Impact Fees.
City Engineer Watts presented the adjustment to Development Impact Fees.
Wyatt Thomason approached the podium to ask about the fees applied to each singlefamily home, such as the transportation fee.
A motion was made by Council Member Thusu, second by Council Member Reynosa, to adopt Resolution 2025-22 approving the adjustment to Development Impact Fees.
Ayes: Rachel Nerio-Guerrero, Maribel Reynosa, Benjamin Prado, Kuldip Thusu, Linda Launer
Absent: None.
10. MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORTS
The Council shared about community events and meetings they have attended.
11. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICAT IONS
City Manager Patlan reported the Refined Coffee House's official opening is Thursday at 11 a.m. Patlan thanked the Council, Department Directors, and staff for their support.
12. CITY STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
Assistant City Manager James thanked the Council for their support.
CIty Attorney Lew reported he is tracking the homeless ordinances from local cities and their effect. Lew will attend the League of Cities conference in May.
Administrative Services Director Solis reported that City Hall will have entrance doors replaced next week. During installation, staff will escort customers through the building.
Solis shared an update on the Part-Time Billing Clerk recruitment process.
Fire Chief Chastain reported on recruitments in his department and provided an update on the new fire truck. Chastain shared that weed abatement notices have been mailed with a compliance date of June 1st.
Police Chief Iriarte reported that staff attended the Fresno State Career Fair and will attend the Memorial Quilt Ceremony at the Tulare County DA's Office on Thursday.
Iriarte reported he will be presenting the officer of the year recognition to Jorge Gonzalez at the Elks Lodge next Tuesday, the 29th. Iriarte shared that his department will host a peer support wellness and this Saturday is prescription take-back. Iriarte gave an update on the department's recruitments.
Director Hurtado thanked the Council for their feedback on the Spring Fling event.
Hurtado shared that pending the weather this Saturday is opening day for baseball and softball. Hurtado reminded the Council that on Wednesday, the 30th, is the Viscaya Park Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.
City Engineer Watts reported that subdivisions are moving forward, as well as summer projects.
Public Works Director Avila reported that well 20 is back online.
City Clerk/Human Resources Director Alaniz shared that there are tickets available for Saturday's Alta Historical Society Roundup event.
13. CLOSED SESSION
13.1. Conference with Labor Negotiators (MA)
Nothing to report.
13.2. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation (KS) Nothing to report.
14. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:59 p.m.
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