Notice is hereby given that the Farmersville City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in person at City Hall located at 909 W. Visalia Rd. in Farmersville California, 93223.
Staff Reports related to items on the agenda are available on the City’s website at https://www.cityoffarmersville-ca.gov/ and available for viewing at City Hall.
CALL TO ORDER STUDY SESSION – 5:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL Mayor Hernandez
Mayor Pro Tem Ochoa
Councilmember Gomez
Councilmember Boyer
Councilmember Valdovinos
PUBLIC COMMENT none
STUDY SESSION ITEMS
AB 1234 Ethics and Governance Training – Conducted by the City Attorney ADJOURN TO REGULAR SESSION – 6:00 p.m. (Or immediately following Study Session) CALL TO ORDER REGULAR SESSION 6:01pm
ROLL CALL
Mayor Hernandez
Mayor Pro Tem Ochoa
Councilmember Gomez
Councilmember Boyer
Councilmember Valdovinos
INVOCATION
Presented by Mayor Hernandez
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Mayor Hernandez
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Council Action: It was motioned by Councilmember Boyer, seconded by Councilmember Gomez and approved with a 5-0 vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
The public is invited to comment on any subject under the jurisdiction of the Farmersville City Council. Please note that speakers that wish to comment on a Regular Item or Public Hearing on tonight’s agenda will have an opportunity to speak when public comment for that item is requested by the Mayor. Comments shall be limited to two (2) minutes per person, with twenty (20) minutes for the total comment period, unless otherwise indicated by the Mayor.
The public may also choose to submit a comment before the meeting via email. Public comments received via email will be distributed to the Council prior to the start of the meeting and incorporated into the official minutes; however, they will not be read aloud. Under state law, matters presented under public comment cannot be acted upon by the Council at this time.
Joe Vallesteros, located at 440 N. June Ave., has expressed concerns about chickens roaming around his neighborhood. He stated that his neighbor’s chickens are frequently loose and are causing damage to his yard. He is requesting that Animal Control/Code Enforcement take action to trap and remove the chickens.
Fire Chief Thomas informed the residents and the Council that the Animal Control Officer who served the City of Farmersville has been let go, and currently, the City does not have an active Animal Control Officer. As a result, Farmersville is considered a low priority for animal control services unless there is an emergency.
He also explained that the Code Enforcement Officer has visited the location several times. While the officer can see the chickens from outside the property, he cannot enter the backyard without the homeowner’s consent.
Alice Lopez, a resident of Farmersville, requested that the Council consider amending the City’s noise ordinance, noting that there have been frequent parties and loud music in her neighborhood lasting until 3:00 a.m.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation of Plaque to Former Council Member Armando “Mando” Hinojosa in Recognition of Service Mayor Hernandez presented Armando Hinojosa a plaque for his time serving as a Councilmember.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Items listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion.
Approval of October 27, 2025 regular meeting minutes
Approval of Warrant Registers for July – September 2025 Second Reading for Ordinance 534 – Sierra Woods
Request to Waive Event Application Fee and Authorize City Support for the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Adoption of Resolution 2025-062- Authorization to Advertise the RFP for the HSIP Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project.
Adoption of Resolution 2025-059 Authorizing the Application for 2024 CalHome Funding, and the Acceptance of a CalHome Program Funding Award, and Authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to accept and administer the CalHome Program Award.
Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-061 – Amendment to Update Authorized Officials for the 2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Mayor Pro Tem Ochoa requested to pull the minutes.
Council Action: It was motioned by Councilmember Gomez, seconded by Councilmember Valdovinos and approved with a 5-0 vote.
Councilmember Boyer abstained from any action related to the warrant register for Self Help Enterprises, and both Councilmember Valdovinos and Councilmember Boyer abstained from voting on the event application fee for the Christmas Tree Lighting.
Mayor Pro Tem Ochoa requested that the wording on the agenda be changed for action item 1. However, per the City Attorney, the wording cannot be altered since it is part of the official agenda and not the meeting minutes.
Council Action: It was motioned to approve the minutes by Councilmember Gomez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ochoa and approved with a 5-0 vote.
ACTION ITEMS
Comments related to Action and Public Hearing Items are limited to two (2) minutes per speaker, for a maximum of 20 minutes per item. The Mayor may reasonably limit or extend the public comment period to preserve the Council's interest in conducting efficient, orderly meetings.
FY 2025–26 First Quarter Budget Update Report and Presentation Council Action: It was motioned by Mayor Pro Tem Ochoa, seconded by Councilmember Valdovinos and approved with a 5-0 vote.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
DISCUSSION ITEMS
Presentation on State Regulations on Accessory Dwelling Units and Direction to Create Pre-Approved Standard Plans The Council has requested that a complete set of ADU plans be brought back to a future Council meeting for their review. They also asked that a workshop be scheduled for residents. In addition, the Council would like Hector Ramos from Tulare County to attend a Council meeting to address any questions.
Presentation of Potential Transient Occupancy Tax (“Hotel Guest Tax”) Ballot Measure.
The Council directed staff to post information about the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) on the City’s website and to form a committee to help educate residents about the tax. Additionally, the Council requested that a flyer be included in utility bills to further inform residents. Staff was also asked to determine the cost to the City for placing the TOT measure on the November 2026 ballot.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Boyer informed the Council that he had spoken with Brian Thoburn from SCE. Approximately three years ago, SCE conducted a drive-through of the east side of town to identify potential locations for new streetlights. Councilmember Boyer noted that he is aware of the available $500,000 grant. Mr. Thoburn has offered to conduct another drive-through of the older neighborhoods that currently lack sufficient street lighting. Councilmember Boyer suggested that the City Manager, City Engineer, and a couple Councilmembers join the SCE staff on the drive to address questions and identify potential locations for new lights and then report back to the Council.
City Manager Daymon Qualls informed the Council that the City Engineer has walked the entire area and is currently developing a revised scope of work. City Engineer Elsa Mejia reported that she and the Public Works Director conducted a site walk to evaluate potential options for installing new streetlights, both by adding new poles and by utilizing existing wooden poles. The Public Works Director also contacted a contractor to obtain a cost estimate for adding lights to the existing wooden poles.
Mayor Hernandez spoke with Daniel Sepulveda from Congressman Jim Costa’s office. During their conversation, he asked her what the City needs. She informed him that the City needs additional streetlights. Mayor Hernandez requested that the City Manager follow up with Daniel.
Councilmember Valdovinos reminded the Council of the Annual Christmas Toy Drive.
Councilmember Gomez thanked the City Clerk for providing the list of special events. He requested that the Mayor add a discussion item to a future agenda regarding the noise ordinance. He expressed interest in having specific quiet hours codified so that when residents are referred to the ordinance, it clearly reflects an enforceable time frame. Councilmember Gomez also noted that while the police officers do a good job patrolling, he questioned why residents are not notified immediately when noise or loud music is observed. Lastly, he inquired about the new home being built across from the park. He noted that the owner dug into the roadway to access utilities, and the patch they applied has left the road in very rough condition. He asked if there is a way for the City to contact the owner to have the roadway properly repaired.
Chief Brock informed the Council that, under the Penal Code for disturbing the peace, there must be a victim in order for an officer to address a noise violation. He also agreed that establishing a codified quiet-hours timeframe would make enforcement easier, allowing officers to respond directly to noise issues without having to wait for a formal complaint.
City Manager Daymon Qualls informed the Councilmember Gomez that he would contact the County regarding the roadway in front of the property Mayor Pro Tem Ochoa stated she met with Fresno Pacific and they want to discuss possible workshops and how to expand our local businesses and start new businesses here in town. She will be attending on her own the center of community transformation at Fresno Pacific this week. She was asked and accepted to be on the board for Food Link. She did attend the Fire Department celebration where we did the donation of the fire truck, Lastly, she is also in contact with the academic success coordinator for the upcoming COSTE career jobs.
Mayor Hernandez informed the Council that she contacted Boss Hoggs regarding the Christmas Tree Lights, and they will be providing hot chocolate for the event.
CITY MANAGER/DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATIONS
City Manager Daymon Qualls provided the following updates:
APWA Award – Farmersville Gateway Project: The City of Farmersville received an APWA award for the Farmersville Gateway Project. Mr. Qualls and Public Works Director Steven Thompson have been invited to attend the awards ceremony on Thursday, November 13, 2025, in Fresno to accept the award on behalf of the City.
Animal Control Services: The City of Visalia’s animal control officer who had been providing services to Farmersville and Exeter is no longer with Visalia. Until the position is filled, Visalia will respond to Farmersville’s animal control calls on an emergency-only basis and will adjust monthly billing accordingly. Mr. Qualls is in discussions with the City of Exeter to explore options for shared or consolidated animal control services.
Employee Luncheon: The employee luncheon held on October 31, 2025, was well attended. Mr. Qualls thanked the Council members who participated and noted that the event provided a positive opportunity to show appreciation for City staff and support a local business.
Holiday Decorating Contest: Staff is moving forward with a community holiday decorating contest in an online-only format to encourage community engagement and holiday spirit. Participants will submit photos of their decorated properties by email, finalists will be featured on the City’s Facebook page for public voting, and winners will be recognized in December.
Meeting with Boys and Girls Club: Mr. Qualls met with Galen Quenzer of the Boys and Girls Club to discuss potential collaboration opportunities, including support for the City’s Senior Program and the possible use of the Club’s outdoor space for a community garden.
Veterans Day Holiday: City offices will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2025, in observance of Veterans Day.
Council Meeting Schedule: The City Council meeting scheduled for November 24, 2025, has been cancelled due to the Thanksgiving holiday. The next regular City Council meeting will be held on Monday, December 8, 2025.
Councilmember Gomez asked whether the City of Visalia Animal Control has been providing the City with their reports.
City Manager Daymon Qualls informed the Council that he has not received any reports. He stated that there are several issues within the Animal Control agreement that he is reviewing.
Mayor Hernandez stated that if the City is paying for services but not receiving them, the City should get reimbursed. Mayor Hernadez also inquired about the Senior Center.
City Engineer Elsa Mejia reviewed the 2026 Summer Street Project.
Fire Chief Thomas informed the Council that the Fire Station should be finished by Thanksgiving.
Police Chief Brock informed the Council that speed limit signs coming into the City has been changed to 40mph.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Description
Responsible Party
Agenda Date
Senior Housing-Gardenia Apts.
City Manager
TBD
Sewer DIF
City Manager
TBD
Senior Discount for Utility Bills
Finance Director
TBD
Homelessness Fire Hazard
City Manager
TBD
Environmental Safety Guidelines
City Manager
TBD
Sign Ordinance
Fire Chief
TBD
Potential Solar Project
City Manager
TBD
Mayor Hernandez adjourned to closed session at 8:14pm
EXECUTIVE (CLOSED) SESSION
Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation
(Gov. Code 54956.9(d)(2) - Significant exposure to litigation.
Number of cases: 2
Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (Gov. Code §54956.9) 1 Case: Quad Knopf/WWTP
Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release (Gov. Code §54957(b)) Councilmember Boyer motioned and Councilmember Gomez seconded and The City Council voted unanimously, 5-0, to Reject the Claim for Damages filed by Diocelina Pacheco dated October 29, 2025.
Mayor Hernandez motioned and Councilmember Valdovinos seconded and the City Council voted unanimously, 5-0, to Reject the Claim for Damages filed by Aspen Rentals, Inc. dated October 3, 2025.
Mayor Hernandez opened closed session at 9:05pm and adjourned the Council meeting at 9:06pm.
REGULAR MEETING ADJOURNMENT
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Rochelle Giovani , City Clerk
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Tina Hernandez
Mayor Pro Tem
Araceli Ochoa
Council Members
Gregorio Gomez
Paul Boyer
Danny Valdavinos
Mayor
Tina Hernandez
Mayor Pro Tem
Araceli Ochoa
Council Members
Gregorio Gomez
Paul Boyer
Danny Valdavinos
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
November 10, 2025, 6:00 PM
City Hall, 909 W. Visalia Rd.
Farmersville, California 93223
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