REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
IN-PERSON MEETING
December 10, 2025
MCFARLAND CITY COUNCIL
MCFARLAND SUCCESSOR AGENCY
MCFARLAND PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY
MCFARLAND IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
MCFARLAND PARKING AUTHORITY
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Saul Ayon called the meeting to order at 6:00p.m.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Mayor Saul Ayon, Vice-Mayor Ricardo Cano, Councilmember Martin Gutierrez, Councilmember María Pérez
Councilmembers Absent: Councilmember Anita Gonzalez
OFFICIALS PRESENT
City Manager Viramontes, City Attorney Hodges, Acting Chief of Police Olmos, Public Works Director Hernandez, Community Development Director Snyder, Human Resources Director McCuan, City Clerk De La Cruz
INVOCATION
Offered by Councilmember Gonzalez
PLEDGE OFALLEGIANCE
Offered by Councilmember Gutierrez
APPROVE AGENDA AS TO FORM
Motion by Mayor Saul Ayon, Seconded by Council to Approve the Agenda as to Form with the following changes of adding an item to the Presentations, Introductions, and Award section, such as the Cadet Pinning Ceremony at the meeting of December 10, 2025. Motion Approved by 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, M. Pérez
NOES: None
ABSENT: A. Gonzalez
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 4-0
FEATURED PET
Featured Pet, Rocky, presented by Community Development Director Snyder
PRESENTATIONS, INTRODUCTIONS AND AWARDS
1. Cadet Pinning Ceremony
2. 2025 McFarland Christmas Parade Recap & Winner Acknowledgements
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
None
CONSENT AGENDA
3. Approval of Expense Report in the Amount of $3,761,332.23 from 11/1/2025 to 11/28/2025.
4. Approval of Payroll Report for the Month of November 2025 in the Amount of $430,715.96..
5. Approval of November 12, 2025, Regular Meeting Minutes
6. Waive Full Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 14-2025 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MCFARLAND AMENDING CHAPTER 3.22 TO THE MCFARLAND
MUNICIPAL CODE
7. Approval of Resolution No. 2025-152 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND RECITING THE FACT OF THE SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON NOVEMBER 4, 2025 DECLARING THE RESULT AND
SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW
8. Approval of Resolution No. 2025-153 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
AGREEMENTS WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TAX AND FEE
ADMINISTRATION FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF A LOCAL TRANSACTIONS AND
USE TAX
9. Approval of Resolution No. 2025-154 A RESOLUTION OF CITY COUNCIL OF CITY
OF MCFARLAND AUTHORIZING EXAMINATION OF SALES OR
TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAXES RECORDS
10. Approval of Resolution No 2025-162 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND AMENDING MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH HINDERLITER DE LLAMAS AND ASSOCIATES FOR TRANSACTIONS TAX AUDIT AND RELATED SERVICES.
11. APPROVAL OF TRAVEL EXPENSES EXCEEDING $500.00 FOR THE CITY COUNCIL TO ATTEND THE 2026 MAYORS AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
ACADEMY, IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA FROM JANUARY 21-23, 2025
12. APPROVAL OF TRAVEL AND TRAINING EXPENSES EXCEEDING $500.00 PER
TRIP FOR THE CITY MANAGER AND FINANCE MANAGER TO ATTEND THE CALIFORNIA SOCIETY OF MUNICIPAL FINANCE OFFICERS (CSMFO) 2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON FEBRUARY 24-27, 2026, IN PALM SPRINGS, CA.
13. Approval of Resolution No. 2025-159 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND APPROVING THE FINAL MAP FOR TRACT MAP NO. 7394 PHASE 2, CONTINGENT UPON THE RECEIPT OF REQUIRED
IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SUBDIVISION GUARANTEE, FINAL MAP, AND
IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT AUTHORIZING THE CITY CLERK TO ENDORSE
THE FINAL MAP, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEER TO TRANSMIT
SAME TO THE COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE
14. APPROVAL OF TRAVEL AND TRAINING EXPENSES EXCEEDING $500.00 PER TRIP FOR CORPORAL GALVAN AND CORPORAL CAZARES TO ATTEND 80-
HOUR CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS COURSE AT THE STATE CENTER
REGIONAL FACILITY AT FRESNO CITY COLLEGE IN CLOVIS, CALIFORNIA, FROM JANUARY 12 - 23, 2025
15. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
BETWEEN ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) READY COMMUNITIES PHASE II- BLUEPRINT IMPLEMENTATION (GFO-19-603) SUBCONTRACTOR TO KERN COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS; CEC AGREEMENT GFO-20-010 WITH KERN
COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
Motion by Councilmember Gonzalez, Second by Councilmember Pérez to Approve the Consent Agenda lems at the meeling of December 10, 2025. Motion Approved by 4/0 Roll- Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, M. Pérez
NOES: None
ABSENT: A. Gonzalez
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 4-0
PUBLIC HEARINGS
16. Waive Full Reading and Introduce Ordinance No. 11-2025 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MCFARLAND AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE 2.16.070, 2.16.080 CONCERNING THE CITY MANAGER, AND 2.28.020 CONCERNING THE POLICE Motion by Councilmember Gutierrez, Seconded by Councilmember Pérez to Waive Full Reading and Introduce Ordinance No. 11-2025 at the meeting of December 10, 2025. Motion Approved by 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, M. Pérez
NOES: None
ABSENT: A. Gonzalez
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 4-0
ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA
17. Approval of Resolution No. 2025-155 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND AUTHORIZING THE INITIATION OF THE PROCESS
TO ADOPT A CITY CHARTER PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 34458 AND APPOINTING A CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMISSION Motion by Councilmember Vice Mayor, Seconded by Councilmember Pérez for the Approval of Resolution No. 2025-155 at the meeting of December 10, 2025. Motion Approved by 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, M. Pérez
NOES: None
ABSENT: A. Gonzalez
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 4-0
18. Approval of Resolution No. 2025-150 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY MANAGED SERVICES TO TRIS TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT
Motion by Councilmember Gutierrez, Seconded by Vice Mayor for the Approval of Resolution No. 2025-150 at the meeting of December 10, 2025. Motion Approved by 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote
Roll Call, Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, M. Perez
NOES: None
ABSENT: A. Gonzalez
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 4-0
19. Approval of Resolution No. 2025-151 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND APPROVING UPDATED PAY RANGES FOR SWORN
POLICE OFFICER POSITIONS AND AMENDING THE CITYWIDE SALARY
SCHEDULE
Motion by Councilmember Vice Mayor, Seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez for the Approval of Resolution No: 2025-151 at the meeting of December 10, 2025. Motion Approved by 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S: Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, M. Pérez
NOES: None
ABSENT: A. Gonzalez
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 4-0
PUBLIC COMMENT
• Janet Tapia, Kern County District Rep for State Senator Melissa Hurtado
COUNCIL COMMENTS
None
REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCIL ON COMMITTEE/SPECIAL DISTRICT
MEETINGS
a. Delano Mosquito Abatement District (DMAD) -Vice Mayor Cano reminded the community that a West Nile virus advisory remains in effect and emphasized the importance of continued vigilance to ensure no cases occur in Kern County, noting that no local cases have been reported so far.
COUNCIL STATEMENTS AND REPORTS
• Council congratulated the cadets for successfully completing the program, noting the dedication, time, and effort required. Appreciation was expressed to parents, families, the Police Department, instructors, and staff involved in training and implementation. It was noted that the graduating cadets were all female, and congratulations were extended to them for their achievement.
• Council commended staff and volunteers for the successful Christmas parade and festivities. Special recognition was given to Megan for serving as the primary coordinator of the event. Appreciation was expressed to Public Works, Police, Administration, volunteers, and all participants.
• Council encouraged community members interested in providing feedback to consider volunteering or participating in a future committee.
• Announcement was made that a groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, December 16, at 3:00 p.m. The ceremony will mark the start of construction for the new Police Department facility and future community center development. • Council highlighted ongoing and upcoming projects, including water well construction and infrastructure improvements. It was reported that the City secured $5 million in state funding for the police facility project. Council noted that 18 acres of land were secured for $1, with no use of local tax revenue or Measure funds. Future plans for the site include additional facilities such as a community center, senior services, and youth- oriented programs.
• Council reflected on the City's progress, noting a significant turnaround from a prior $3 million deficit. Recognition was given to the efforts of City Council, City staff, department heads, and regional partners. Council emphasized the importance of transparency, public engagement, and attending City Council meetings for accurate information.
CLOSED SESSION
20. Public Employment (§ 54957) - Title: Chief of Police: Direction provided to City Manager and HR Director re: negotiation of employment agreement
ADJOURNEMENT
Meeting adjourned at approximately 8:00pm.
CITY OF MCFARLAND
Erika De La Cruz, City Clerk