Kingsburg City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
April 1, 2026
Invocation was given by Pastor James Gravell, of the Assemblies of God 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, Vince Palomar, Laura North, and Mayor Staci Smith.
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: Brandon Pursell.
APPROVE AGENDA: A motion was made by Council Member Silva, seconded by Council Member Palomar, 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 :
Nick Sahota, a non-resident, stated he is running for Fresno County Board of Supervisors.
CONSENT CALENDAR: A motion was made by Council Member North, seconded by Council Member Palomar, 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 of the March 18, 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 March 10, 2026, through March 23, 2026, as prepared by Accounts Payable Clerk Rachelle Resendez.
Sponsor: Finance Department
REGULAR CALENDAR
Water Tower Recoating Project- Staff Report by City Engineer Dave Peters Sponsor: Engineering Department
City Engineer Dave Peters reported on the Water Tower Recoating Project. The City solicited bids and received five proposals, with CG Coatings, Inc. identified as the lowest responsive bidder at $35,500. Staff also negotiated an additional $5,650 change order with the contractor to repaint the Kingsburg Swedish Village sign. Due to the competitive bid pricing, staff recommends proceeding with the project this fiscal year using previously allocated capital improvement funds, with completion anticipated by May 8.
Council discussed paint quality and the design. They discussed the signs along Highway 99.
Council Member Silva motioned, seconded by Council Member Palomar, to award the Water Tower Recoating Project to CG Coatings, Inc., in the amount of $35,500, and approve Change Kingsburg City Council Minutes
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Order No. 1 in the amount of $5,650, for a total of $41,150, and to approve a budget amendment to utilize funds originally designated for the Senior Center roof repair. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote of those members present.
July 3rd Independence Day Celebration 2026- Staff Report by Community Services Director Adam Castaneda
Sponsor: Community Services Department
Council received an update on the 2026 July 3rd Independence Day Celebration from Community Services Director Adam Castaneda. The City will continue its partnership with the Kingsburg Seawolves Recreation Swim organization, sharing event revenue to support operations and the nonprofit. Staff reported that the 2025 event was successful both financially and in community participation. A fireworks contract of $26,000 has been proposed for 2026, with enhancements planned to recognize the nation’s 250th anniversary. Staff is also pursuing a Title Sponsor to help offset costs and anticipates potential savings from the previously allocated $30,000 event budget.
Council discussed the title sponsor and that the funds would go towards the city’s portion of the fireworks show. Council thanked Community Services Director Adam Castaneda for his hard work on this item, it is a creative idea.
Informational – No Action Needed
CalPERS Update- Staff Report by City Manager Alexander Henderson.
Sponsor: City Manager
City Manager Henderson reviewed his presentation noting how CalPERS fund and liability are trending. Council Member North asked about AB 1283 and how it would affect us. Mr.
Henderson said that if it passes, it will increase public safety liability.
Informational – No Action Needed
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: None.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
Mr. Henderson said City Hall will be closed on Friday
COUNCIL REPORTS/COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Member Silva said the San Joaquin Valleywide Special City Selection Committee met and reappointed its small city and large city representatives.
Council Member North spoke about the Annual Chamber Dinner and the SKF BBQ. She went to the new business Burns Pilates.
Council Member Palomar shared upcoming meeting dates. He reported on Jocelynn "Josie" Benitez who made history as the first-ever women's national champion for Fresno State’s NCWA (National Collegiate Wrestling Association) program. Ms. Benitez is from Kingsburg and wrestled for Kingsburg High.
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Mayor Smith reported on upcoming meetings. She reported on the Girl Scouts attending a mock Council Meeting. She reported on the Chamber Dinner and what a wonderful night it was.
Mayor Smith adjourned the Regular Kingsburg City Council Meeting at 6:38pm.
Submitted by:
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Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk