REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
IN-PERSON MEETING
March 11, 2026
MCFARLAND CITY COUNCIL
MCFARLAND SUCCESSOR AGENCY
MCFARLAND PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY
MCFARLAND IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
MCFARLAND PARKING AUTHORITY
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ayon called the meeting to order at 6:00p.m.
ROLL CALL
"ouncilmembers Present: Mayor Saul Ayon, Vice-Mayor Ricardo Cano, Councilmembe Tartin Gutierrez, Councilmember María Pérez, Councilmember Anita Gonzale Councilmembers Absent:
OFFICIALS PRESENT
ity Attorney Nathan Hodges, City Manager Diego Viramontes, Chief of Police Adrain Olmos "ommunity Development Director Megan Snyder, Economic Development Manager Pav Saldana, Human Resources Director Serrena McCuan, City Clerk Erika De La Cruz
INVOCATION
Offered by Pastor Tony Blanco
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Offered by Mayor Saul Ayon
APPROVE AGENDA AS TO FORM
Motion by Vice Mayor Cano, Seconded by Councilmember Pérez to Approve the Agenda as to Form at the meeting of March 11, 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: None
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
FEATURED PET
Featured Pet, Rio, presented by Community Development Director Snyder
PRESENTATIONS, INTRODUCTIONS AND AWARDS
None
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
None
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of Expense Report in the Amount of $300,678.69 from 2/14/2026 to 2/27/2026
2. Approval of Payroll Report for the Month of February 2026 in the Amount of $453,841.59
3. Approval of February 25, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes
4. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-18 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND APPROVING AN APPLICATION FOR FUNDING
AND THE EXECUTION OF A GRANT AGREEMENT AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO FROM THE 2025 FUNDING YEAR OF THE STATE CDBG PROGRAM
5. APPROVAL OF TRAVEL EXPENSES EXCEEDING $500.00 FOR CITY CLERK TO ATTEND THE CALIFORNIA PROFESSIONAL MUNICIPAL CLERK 2026, AT UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, RIVERSIDE, FROM SEPTEMBER 28 - OCTOBER 2, 2026
6. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-22 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND ACCEPTING THE INTEREST IN REAL PROPERTY
AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN CERTIFICATE OF
ACCEPTANCE
7. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-21 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MCFARLAND, CALIFORNIA ACCEPTING THE $10,000.00
DONATION FROM LOVE DOGS RESCUE TO SUPPORT SNIP CLINIC SPAY AND
NEUTER SERVICES
Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, M. Pérez, A. Gonzalez NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
PUBLIC HEARINGS
8. PUBLIC HEARING NO.1 - PROPOSED CITY CHARTER (GOV. CODE §34458):
RECEIVE PUBLIC COMMENT AND COUNCIL DIRECTION ON PROPOSED
CHARTER
The public hearing was opened. No public comments were received. The public hearing was closed. No formal action was taken by the City Council.
9. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-20 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MCFARLAND APPROVING TEMPORARY USE PERMIT 2026-20 FOR THE MCFARLAND USA 5K, 10K, AND 1 MILE ADAPTIVE RUN
Motion by Councilmember Gutierrez, Seconded by Vice Mayor Cano for the Approval of Resolution No. 2026-20 at the meeting of March I1, 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: None
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA
10. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-16 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND, CALIFORNIA, EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR THE DIGNIDAD (DIGNITY) ACT, H.R. 4393
Motion by Vice Mayor Cano, Seconded by Councilmember Gonzalez for the Approval of Resolution No. 2026-16 at the meeting of March 11, 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: None
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
11. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-17 CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF MCFARLAND APPROVAL OF CaPERS CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED
WITH IMPLEMENTATION PLANNING FOR LOCAL SAFETY MEMBERS
Motion by Councilmember Gonzalez, Seconded by Councilmember Pérez for the Approval of Resolution No. 2026-17 at the meeting of March I1, 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: None
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
12. Approval of Resolution No. 2026- 19 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MCFARLAND APPROVING ADDENDUM NO. 1 TO THE
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF MCFARLAND AND
DIEGO VIRAMONTES FOR THE POSITION OF CITY MANAGER/FINANCE
DIRECTOR
Motion by Vice Mayor Cano, Seconded by Councilmember Gonzalez for the Approval of Resolution No. 2026-19 at the meeting of March 11, 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: None
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. Nicole Villaruz - Providing Information from PG&E
COUNCIL COMMENTS
None
COUNCIL STATEMENTS AND REPORTS:
• Councilmembers expressed overall support for the Dignity Act and appreciation for the progress being made within the City.
• Appreciation was extended to City staff and department directors for their continued • Vice Mayor Cano gave a reminder to the public to eliminate standing water due to rising temperatures, in order to prevent mosquito activity.
• Mayor Saul Ayon noted that multiple construction projects are currently underway throughout the City, including the new police facility, Garzoli Extension, and water infrastructure improvements. Residents were encouraged to exercise caution, be patient, and drive safely in construction areas.
• Recognition was given by council to staff members for their professionalism and service to the community.
CLOSED SESSION
13. Direction was given to the City Manager and HR Director.
ADJOURNEMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:34p.m.
OF MOFARLAN
CITY OF MCFARLAND INCORPORATED
JULY 18,1951
CALIFORNI
Erika De La Cruz, City Clerk