Kingsburg City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
January 21, 2026
Invocation was given by Pastor Ricky Chambers, Kingsburg Community Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Staci Smith.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Mayor Smith called the regular meeting of the Kingsburg City Council to order at 6:01pm.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: David Silva, Laura North, and Mayor Staci Smith.
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: Vince Palomar and Brandon Pursell.
APPROVE AGENDA:
A motion was made by Council Member Silva, seconded by Council Member North, to approve the agenda, as published. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote of those members present.
PRESENTATIONS AND INFORMATIONAL REPORTS: None.
PUBLIC COMMENT: None
CONSENT CALENDAR : A motion was made by Council Member North, seconded by Council Member Silva, to approve the items appearing on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote of those members present.
1. Approval of City Council Minutes: Approve the minutes from the January 7, 2026 Regular Council Meeting as prepared by City Clerk Abigail Palsgaard.
Sponsor: City Clerk’s Office
2. Ratify/approve payment of bills listed on the check register for the period November 25, 2025, through January 12, 2026, as prepared by Accounts Payable Clerk Rachelle Resendez.
Sponsor: Finance Department
3. Approve the third amendment to the agreement between the cities of Kingsburg, Dinuba, Coalinga, Sanger, and Selma and Health Management Associates regarding consulting services for the Voluntary Rate Range Program and the Public Provider Ground Emergency Medical Transportation Intergovernmental Transfer programs; and authorizes the City Manager or designee to execute the agreement. – Staff Report by Fire Chief Rodnie Roberts Sponsor: Fire Department
4. Approve the City Council Roster Appointments as Presented. - Staff Report by City Clerk Abigail Palsgaard
Sponsor: City Clerk’s Office
REGULAR CALENDAR
Crime Statistics Report for October – December 2025 and General Police Department UpdateReport prepared by Kingsburg Police Department Records Supervisor Corina Padilla.
Sponsor: Police Department
Kingsburg City Council Agenda
January 21, 2026
Informational- No Action Necessary
Lieutenant Salinas presented the crime statistics report. Council Member North asked about the 40 percent decrease in Part I crimes. Lieutenant Salinas explained that the reduction is attributable to full staffing levels, faster response times, and increased officer visibility.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: None.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
City Manager Henderson said the next council meeting will be a public hearing for the general plan update, and council will also discuss housing allocations.
COUNCIL REPORTS/COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Member North reported that the CenterPoint meeting has been canceled. The BID has not met since the previous meeting. The Chamber of Commerce discussed its relationship with the BID. The Chamber’s executive board has changed, with Susan Watkins serving as interim president. The Chamber will be electing new board members in April.
Council Member Silva reported that the Kingsburg Hospital District met and awarded partial funding for senior center breakfasts. He congratulated Community Services Director Castaneda on this achievement. He also shared that the Car Show Committee is seeking a title sponsor and is working with Kingsburg High School on unique trophies for the event.
Mayor Smith reported that the Finance Committee will meet on Monday and the Community Services Commission will meet on Wednesday. She also noted that the Blossom Trail opening will take place in Selma on February 4 at 11:00 a.m.
Mayor Smith adjourned the Regular Kingsburg City Council Meeting at 6:20pm.
Submitted by:
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Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk