KINGSBURG CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
April 17, 2024
1401 Draper Street, Kingsburg, CA 93631
Invocation was given by Pastor John Dostal, Concordia Lutheran Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Brandon Pursell, Jr.
Call to Order and Roll Call: Mayor Pursell, Jr. called the regular meeting of the Kingsburg City Council to order at 6:00 PM.
Council Members Present: David Silva, Vince Palomar, Laura North, Staci Smith and Mayor Brandon Pursell Jr.
Council Member Absent: None.
Approve Agenda: A motion was made by Council Member Laura North seconded by Council Member Smith, to approve the agenda, as published. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
Presentations: None.
Public Comments: None.
Consent Calendar: A motion was made by Council Member Smith, seconded by Council Member Silva, to approve the items appearing on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
5.1 Approval of City Council Minutes: Approve the minutes from the April 3, 2024 Regular Council Meeting as prepared by City Clerk Abigail Palsgaard.
Sponsor: City Clerk’s Office
5.2 Check Register: Ratify/approve payment of bills listed on the check register for the period March 26, 2024 through April 8, 2024 as prepared by Accounts Payable Clerk Marsha Alves.
Sponsor: Finance Department
5.3 Approve moving the first Council Meeting in June from Wednesday to Tuesday, June 4, 2024 due to a schedule conflict.– Staff Report by City Clerk Abigail Palsgaard.
Sponsor: City Clerk’s Office
5.4 Adopt Resolution No. 2024-020 adopting the City of Kingsburg Street Cutting Policy - Staff report by City Engineer Dave Peters
Sponsor: City Engineer’s Department
5.5 Adopt Resolution No.2024-021 adopting the Utility Undergrounding Policy pertaining to requirements for installation and relocation of utility facilities underground - Staff report by City Engineer Dave Peters Sponsor: City Engineer’s Department
Kingsburg City Council Minutes
April 17, 2024
Regular Calendar
Total Compensation Study for the City of Kingsburg - Staff report by Assistant City Manager/Admin.
Services Director Christina Windover
Sponsor: Assistant City Manager/Admin. Services Director’s Department Assistant City Manager/Administrative Services Director Christina Windover gave a summary of the history of the project. She detailed the reasoning behind the project was to ensure wages were fair and competitive for staff in Kingsburg. Recommended action for council was to accept the compensation study as final.
Gallagher Consultant Kari Mercer reviewed her presentation. The study used 10 cities with overall comparable items like geography and number of employees. She reviewed survey elements, results and went over next steps.
Council discussed the data regarding positions and where employees are categorized. All agreed the the data was necessary for full transparency. Kari Mercer clarified they compared job descriptions to other cities to ensure there was an over all match, this ensured positions were not left out.
A motion was made by Council Member Silva, seconded by Council Member North to adopt the Total Compensation Study. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
Pre-approved Accessory Dwelling Unit Plans – Staff Report by Building Official AJ O’Connell Sponsor: Community Development Department
Building Official AJ O’Connell presented a design concept for ADUs that will be compliance with the requirement of AB 1332. He went over 2 design concepts. Designs are pre-engineered and we can use them at no cost. Property owners can design their own at their cost, or use these.
Council discussed the savings the residents will have by using these pre-designed plans. They also discussed the possibility of having minor modifications. The ADUs can have either their own electricity, gas and water meter, or it can attached to the existing meters. Staff would prefer they have their own, but we do not have an ordinance mandating it. Parking was discussed, a site specific site plan will need to be submitted that will show one parking spot per unit. Set backs and lot sizes were discussed, staff believes the set backs would be the state mandated 4 foot side yard set back compared to our existing 5 foot set back. The new unit will require a new address, the post office has requested that there will not be anymore half addresses. The timeline was discussed, it is not unreasonable to have this program ready to go 1/1/2025.
Chris Peterson, resident, asked if solar is allowed. Mr. O’Connell said yes. Ms. Peterson asked about ramps and handicap bars in the restroom. Sliding glass doors could be a trip hazard. Mr. O’Connell AJO there would be no delay in the approvals with those changes. Council clarified homeowners can modify the plans, these are for people who do not want to purchase their own plans.
A motion was made by Council Member Smith, seconded by Council Member Silva to adopt Resolution 2024-022 adopting the Pre-approved Accessory Dwelling Unit Standard Plans and directing staff to implement the program upon date of approval. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
Kingsburg City Council Minutes
April 17, 2024
Crime Statistics Report for January – March 2024 and General Police Department UpdateCrime Statistics Report prepared by Kingsburg Police Department Records Supervisor Corina Padilla.
Sponsor: Police Department
Police Chief Neil Dadian discussed the crime update in Kingsburg, including mail theft arrests, stolen vehicles suspects and investigating commercial burglaries. He gave multiple case updates, personnel updates and that the body worn and vehicle cameras will be rolling out soon. Council told Chief Dadian to keep up the hard work.
Council Reports and Staff Communications
Community Services Commission – Have not met.
Public Safety Committee – Have not met.
Chamber of Commerce – Discussed farmers market, chamber mixer, and the need for raffle prizes for the upcoming car show. They are also working on a fundraiser for the 2024 fireworks show.
Economic Development – Have not met.
Finance Committee – Have not met.
Planning Commission – Have not met.
South Kings Groundwater Sustainability Agency Joint Powers Authority (SKGSA) – The draft budget was presented. Discussed possibly using a SKF storm basin as a recharge basin.
Downtown Business Improvement District – Have not met.
Council of Governments – Have not met.
Council Member Reports – Council Member Smith discussed the weekend of wellness coming up 4/27/2024. Council Member Silva gave an update on the hospital board, chamber mixer at 559 Honey, and car show. Council Member Palomar discussed the pancake breakfast Saturday at the senior center for the car show. Finally, Mayor Pursell Jr detailed Bowl Bistro’s grand opening and the interview with the local news.
City Manager’s Report – Hopefully getting an agreement with the City of Selma for animal services.
The Sierra Street RRFB project should be completed by Friday, April 19, 2024. There are multiple projects out for bid. Conditional approval of our housing element.
Future Agenda Items: None.
Mayor Pursell Jr. adjourned the Regular Kingsburg City Council Meeting into Closed Session at 7:22 PM.
9.1 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
California Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: A portion of the real property located at 1483 Avenue 396, Kingsburg City Council Minutes
April 17, 2024
Kingsburg, CA.
City Negotiator: Alexander Henderson
Under Negotiation: Terms
Mayor Pursell Jr. adjourned out of Close Session into Regular Kingsburg City Council Meeting and report out of Closed Session 7:49 PM.
City Attorney Michael Noland stated there was nothing to report.
Mayor Pursell Jr. adjourned the Regular Kingsburg City Council Meeting at 7:49 PM.
Submitted by:
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Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk