SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
IN-PERSON MEETING
January 29, 2026
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 6:31p.m.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Mayor Saul Ayon, Vice-Mayor Ricardo Cano, Councilmember Martin Gutierrez, Councilmember María Pérez, Councilmember Anita Gonzalez Councilmembers Absent:
OFFICIALS PRESENT
City Manager Viramontes, City Attorney Hodges, 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 OF ALLEGIANCE
Offered by Mayor Ayon
APPROVE AGENDA AS TO FORM
Motion by Councilmember Pérez, Seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez 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 Recognition of the McFarland High School Girls Cross Country Team - Division IV Champions at the meeting of January 29, 2026. Motion Approved by 5/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, M. Pérez, A. Gonzalez NOES: None
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
FEATURED PET
Featured Pet, Koda, presented by Community Development Director Snyder
PRESENTATIONS, INTRODUCTIONS AND AWARDS
1. Recognition of the McFarland High School Girls' Cross Country Team - Division IV Champions
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
None
CONSENT AGENDA
2. Approval of Expense Report in the Amount of $411,324.59 from 1/2/2026 to 1/16/2026.
3. Approval of January 14, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes
4. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-3 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND APPROVING THE MITIGATED NEGATIVE
DECLARATION PREPARED FOR THE WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT AND TREATMENT PROJECT, EXPEDITED WATER GRANT PROJECT No. EDWG- 1510013-003C
5. APPROVAL OF TRAVEL AND ATTENDANCE EXPENSES EXCEEDING $500.00 PER TRIP FOR THE K-9 POLICE OFFICER TO ATTEND THE FRESNO COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE K-9 TRIALS ON FEBRUARY 20-21,2026, IN CLOVIS,
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6. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-6 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF
A DONATION FROM THE SHAFTER POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR TWO FORD
CROWN VICTORIA PATROL VEHICLES
7. AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE A LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR AB 1586 - SCHOOL
SAFETY AND OPIOID OVERDOSE PREVENTION ACT
Motion by Vice Mayor Cano, seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez, to approve the Consent Agenda and Item No. 7, Authorization to Issue a Letter of Support for AB 1586 - School Safety and Opioid Overdose Prevention Act, at the January 29, 2026 meeting. Motion Approved by 5/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, M. Pérez, A. Gonzalez NOES: None
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA
8. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-4 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND APPROVING THE PROPOSAL FROM LAYNE IN THE AMOUNT OF $87,500 FOR THE GARZOLI WELL ARSENIC MEDIA
CLEANING CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, AND APPROVING A BUDGET ADJUSTMENT OF $2,500 TO THE WATER FUND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26
Motion by Vice Mayor Cano, Seconded by Councilmember Gonzalez for the Approval of Resolution No. 2026-4 at the meeting of January 29, 2026. Motion Approved by 5/0 Roll- Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, M. Perez, A. Gonzalez NOES: None
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
9. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-5 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF TWO NEW
TRANSIT VANS AND AUTHORIZING A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM BUDGET ADJUSTMENT OF $39,999.42
Motion by Councilmember Pérez, Seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez for the Approval of Resolution No. 2026-5 at the meeting of January 29, 2026. Motion Approved by 5/0 Roll- Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, M. Pérez, A. Gonzalez NOES: None
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
10. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-7 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF TWO HIGH-FLOW
DIESEL PUMPS AND ONE HYDRO-EXCAVATION PUMP FOR EMERGENCY
STORMWATER MITIGATION AND APPROVING A GENERAL FUND BUDGET ADJUSTMENT OF $36,588.50
5/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, M. Pérez, A. Gonzalez NOES: None
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
11. Approval of Resolution No. 2025-8 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND APPROVING THE CREATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION OF PUBLIC WORKS OPERATIONS MANAGER
Motion by Councilmember Pérez, Seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez for the Approval of Resolution No. 2026-8 at the meeting of January 29, 2026. Motion Approved by 5/0 Roll- Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, M. Pérez, A. Gonzalez NOES: None
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
COUNCIL COMMENTS
None
COUNCIL STATEMENTS AND REPORTS
• Councilmember Perez reported attending the Mayors and Councilmembers Conference, including a visit to the State Capitol. The delegation met with Senator Melissa Hurtado and visited her main office. Councilmember Perez noted the conference was productive and provided valuable ideas and insights from discussions with other cities. She also congratulated the Girls' Cross Country Team on their championship.
Mayor Ayon reported attending the State of the County event, noting opportunities to connect with business owners and regional partners. The Mayor also attended a LAFCO meeting regarding annexations and departed early to attend the City's special meeting.
The Mayor thanked City staff for their continued support of community events and encouraged safe travel due to foggy conditions.
CLOSED SESSION
12. Direction provided to City Manager concerning negotiation of the lease terms for the McFarland Recreation and Park District pool facilities.
ADJOURNEMENT
Meeting adjourned approximately at 8:20P.M.
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Erika De La Cruz, City Clerk
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