Kingsburg City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
April 15, 2026
Invocation was given by Pastor Clayton Paull, of the Neighborhood 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, Brandon Pursell and Mayor Staci Smith.
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
APPROVE AGENDA: A motion was made by Council Member Pursell, seconded by Council Member Palomar, to approve the agenda, as published. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
PRESENTATIONS AND INFORMATIONAL REPORTS: None.
PUBLIC COMMENT: None.
CONSENT CALENDAR – A motion was made by Council Member Silva, seconded by Council Member Palomar, 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 April 1, 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 24, 2026, through April 6, 2026, as prepared by Accounts Payable Clerk Rachelle Resendez.
Sponsor: Finance Department
3. Receive and file the annual report on military equipment use pursuant to Policy 706 and confirm continued compliance with California Government Code sections 7070 to 7072- Staff Report by Police Chief Shaun Stephens
Sponsor: Police Department
4. Accept the Treasurer’s Report from July 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025 pursuant to Government Code 4001.- Staff Report by Finance Director Alma Colado.
Sponsor: Finance Department
5. Accept the Treasurer’s Report from October 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 pursuant to Government Code 4001.- Staff Report by Finance Director Alma Colado.
Sponsor: Finance Department
6. Approve the Reimbursement Agreement between the City of Kingsburg and K Prop, LLC, in the amount of $50,763.00 for construction of groundwater recharge improvements required by the project conditions of approval and authorize the City Manager to sign the agreement on behalf of the City.- Staff report by City Engineer Dave Peters.
Kingsburg City Council Minutes
April 15, 2026
Sponsor: Engineering Department
7. Approve Amendment 3 to the Professional Services Agreement with Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. for Building and Safety Support Services.- Staff Report by Building Official AJ O’Connell.
Sponsor: Community Development Department
REGULAR CALENDAR
Crime Statistics Report for January – March 2026 and General Police Department UpdateReport prepared by Kingsburg Police Department Records Supervisor Corina Padilla.
Presentation by Police Chief Shaun Stephens.
Chief Stephens reviewed recent crime statistics and provided an overview of departmental training efforts. He noted that the department will focus on increasing officer-initiated calls for service.
Council discussed concerns related to East Indian gangs, the “Cook Out with a Cop” event, and ongoing issues at the Crestwood facility.
Informational- No Action Necessary
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: None.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
City Manager Henderson reported that the coffee pot water tower painting will start Monday.
COUNCIL REPORTS/COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Member North reported that SKF met and addressed routine items. The Chamber’s annual dinner was profitable, and the car show is scheduled for this Saturday, with volunteers still needed. The Chamber has also elected a new board, and several ribbon cuttings are upcoming.
Council Member Silva reported that the South Kings JPA will be meeting soon. The Kingsburg Healthcare District met and approved several grants, including funding for the senior lunch program, Senior, Inc. breakfast, and You Matter Day. The Economic Development Committee has not met.
Council Member Palomar reported that the Public Safety Committee will meet on May 11. The Planning Commission discussed the Housing Element and design standards.
Council Member Pursell reported that COG has a new chair and that he has been appointed as Vice Chair. He also noted that CalVans, a JPA under COG, was discussed, and COG voted to withdraw from the program due to the need for a new, sustainable business model.
Mayor Smith reported that the Finance Committee will meet on April 27 and the BID will meet on May 5.
Kingsburg City Council Minutes
April 15, 2026
Mayor Smith adjourned the Regular Kingsburg City Council Meeting at 6:23pm.
Submitted by:
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Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk