Kingsburg City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
June 3, 2025
Council Chamber, 1401 Draper Street, Kingsburg, CA 93631 Invocation was given by Pastor Jake Osborn, The Well Kingsburg Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Brandon Pursell.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Mayor Pursell called the regular meeting of the Kingsburg City Council to order at 6:12pm.
Council Members Present: David Silva, Vince Palomar, Laura North, Staci Smith and Mayor Brandon Pursell.
Council Members Absent: None.
APPROVE AGENDA – A motion was made by Council Member Palomar, seconded by Council Member Smith, to approve the agenda, as published. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
PRESENTATIONS AND INFORMATIONAL REPORTS:
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT
June Hess, resident and local business owner, thanked council for the support of the Swedish Festival Cultural Village, Council Member North’s help preparing for the Swedish Festival with the You Matter Day volunteers and the police presences.
CONSENT CALENDAR – A motion was made by Council Member Palomar, seconded by Council Member North, to approve the items appearing on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
1. Approval of City Council Minutes: Approve the minutes from the May 21, 2025, Regular Council Meeting as prepared by City Clerk Abigail Palsgaard.
Sponsor: City Clerk’s Office
2. Check Register: Ratify/approve payment of bills listed on the check register for the period May 13, 2025, through May 26, 2025, as prepared by Accounts Payable Clerk Marsha Alves.
Sponsor: Finance Department
3. Approve the Fire Department Contracts between the Department of Health Care Services and City of Kingsburg and authorize the city manager to sign the attached agreement. -Staff Report by Fire Chief Rodnie Roberts
Sponsor- Fire Department
REGULAR CALENDAR
PUBLIC HEARING— PUBLIC WORKS, FIRE DEPARTMENT, POLICE
DEPARTMENT AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MASTER FEE
SCHEDULE- Staff Report prepared by City Manager Alexander Henderson Sponsor: City Manager’s Office
Kingsburg City Council Minutes
June 3, 2025
Mayor Pursell opened the public hearing at 6:17pm.
City Manager Alexander Henderson presented to Council that annually staff review fees in the city to determine if changes are needed. Tonight, we are requesting fire and ambulance fees, community development fees, public works fees and police fees.
Mayor Pursell opened the City Council discussion at 6:21pm. There was none.
Mayor Pursell opened the Public Comment at 6:21pm. There was none.
Mayor Pursell closed Public Comment at 6:21pm.
Continued City Council discussion:
Council Member Palomar asked what is the date it will go in to effect? City Manager Henderson said July 1st.
Mayor Pursell asked about the police department fees, does this include the school resource officers? City Manager Henderson said no, the schools pay the actual costs of the wages, these fees are for if the officers are contracted.
Mayor Pursell closed the Public Hearing at 6:24pm.
Council Member Silva motioned, seconded by Council Member Palomar, to adopt Resolution 2025-032 approving the proposed fees as presented. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
2025-2026 City Manager’s Recommended Budget Introduction- Staff Report prepared by City Manager Alexander Henderson
Sponsor: City Manager’s Office
City Manager Henderson presented the current budget and the upcoming budget. Mayor Pursell asked about property taxes and if the City will get the county numbers in time for this budget? City Manager Henderson said we forecast a moderate approach for property taxes.
Council North asked about the different tax zones of the Community Facilities District. She is concerned about the higher amount of tax for Zone 2 even though the costs of the homes are lower than the homes in Zone 1. City Manager Henderson said Zone 1 are the houses in Fresno County where we also receive property taxes. Zone 2 is all a part of the Summerlyn development that is mostly in Tulare County where homes do not pay property taxes into Fresno County. The purpose is for us to recover the costs of new developments. Council has discussed the 17 Fresno County homes in Zone 2 and decided that we will assess them all with the same amount. City Manager Henderson clarified that Tulare County does not keep any of the CFD funds. The 17 homes in Fresno County are in the city limits. Council Member North asked if we looked into to make sure the Zone 2 is a fair rate? City Manager Henderson said yes, we have a nexus to calculate the amount. Council Member North said the fund balance for Zone 2 is significantly higher than the Zone 1 balance. City Manager Henderson said the fund is for projected costs and capital improvements to the development.
Kingsburg City Council Minutes
June 3, 2025
Council Member Palomar asked about the recreation funds for pool costs and private pool rentals. City Manager Henderson said he can have Community Services Director Castenada do a report. Council Member Palomar asked about solar savings. Public Works Director Galvez said there are no reports yet.
Independence Day Celebration Update- Staff Report prepared by City Manager Alexander Henderson
Sponsor: City Manager’s Office
City Manager Henderson reported that the local non-profit Kingsburg Seawolves will be partnering with the City for the 3rd of July firework show.
Council Member Silva thanked staff for working on this, the chamber for helping and the Seawolves for taking this on.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
None.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
City Manager Henderson gave Council an update on the truck depot located in Tulare County by Lincoln school- they are relocating.
COUNCIL REPORTS/COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Member Silva reported on the Senior Center which will be receiving a new roof. It was really busy and he thanked Community Services Director Castenada for the Senior Center’s continued success.
Council Member North reported that the Downtown BID will move their next meeting to 7/8.
The Heath Care District had a presentation of grant applications. She wanted to thank several City departments who helped with You Matter Day. Together they created 10,000 items to give out, they are now receiving feedback from recipients. Tentatively save the date for 5/9/2026.
Council Member Smith did not have an update.
Council Member Palomar went to the Memorial Day service at the cemetery. He reported it was well done, as usual.
Mayor Pursell reported that the Measure C committee has met- they are traveling around to different towns to educate voters. Kingsburg showed up to the local meeting to give their feedback. He is working on asking to put language to include work on alleys. Mayor Pursell congratulated the Swedish Festival committee and Council Member Smith for all their work, it is a great event for our town.
Mayor Pursell adjourned the Regular Kingsburg City Council Meeting at 7:24PM.
Submitted by:
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Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk