REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
IN-PERSON MEETING
July 22, 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
Councilmembers Present: Mayor Saul Ayon, Vice-Mayor Ricardo Cano, Councilmember Martin Gutierrez, Councilmember Anita Gonzalez, Councilmember María T. Pérez Councilmembers Absent:
OFFICIALS PRESENT
City Manager Diego Viramontes, City Attorney Nathan Hodges, Chief of Police Adrian Olmos, Deputy Chief of Police Brandon Rutledge, Human Resources Director Serrena McCuan, Economic Development Manager Saldana, City Clerk Erika De La Cruz
INVOCATION
Offered by Jonanthan Flores
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Offered by Mayor Saul Ayon
APPROVE AGENDA AS TO FORM
Motion by Councilmember Pérez, Seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez, to Approve the Agenda as to Form for the July 22, 2026, City Council Meeting. Motion Approved by 5/0 Roll- Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, A. Gonzalez, M. Pérez NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
FEATURED PET
Featured Pet, Misha, presented by Chief of Police Adrian Olmos
PRESENTATIONS, INTRODUCTIONS AND AWARDS
1. Presentation of Commendation Award to Detective Sergio Cazares and Detective Andrew Galvan for Exceptional Investigative Excellence
PUBLIC COMMENT
• Daniel Gonzalez
• S. Aaron Resendez
• Jorge Mendoza
• David Soto
ONLINE PUBLIC COMMENT
None
COUNCIL COMMENTS
None
CONSENT AGENDA
2. Approval of Expense Report in the Amount of $157,344.73 from 6/27/2026 to 7/10/2026
3. Approval of July 8, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes
4. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-87 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF MCFARLAND,
CALIFORNIA APPROVING THE WAIVER OF THE BUSINESS LICENSE FEE FOR
THE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS OF AMERICA BASED ON ORDINANCE SECTION 5.04.190 OF THE MCFARLAND MUNICIPAL CODE
5. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-90 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF MCFARLAND, CALIFORNIA FOR THE EXECUTION OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. F013 TO MASTER AGREEMENT NO. 06-5343F15
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PARK AND RIDE FACILITY AT THE INTERSECTION OF TAYLOR AVENUE AND MAST AVENUE - CML - 5343(023), OF
THE FEDERALLY FUNDED (RTSP) PROJECT FUNDING
6. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-91 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF MCFARLAND, CALIFORNIA FOR THE EXECUTION OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. F014 TO MASTER AGREEMENT NO. 06-5343F15 FOR THE PAVEMENT REHABILITATION ON W. PERKINS AVENUE FROM GARZOLI AVENUE TO FRONTAGE ROAD - STPL -5343(024), OF THE FEDERALLY
FUNDED (RSTP) PROJECT FUNDING
7. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-92 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF MCFARLAND, CALIFORNIA APPROVING THE FINAL MAP FOR TRACT MAP NO. 7394 PH 3 & 4, 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
8. Approval of Resolution No. 2026- 93 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF MCFARLAND,
CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING EMPLOYER PICK-UP OF CALPERS MEMBER CONTRIBUTIONS PURSUANT TO INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 414(h)(2) Motion by Vice Mayor Cano, Seconded by Councilmember Pérez, to Approve the Consent Agenda for the July 22, 2026, City Council Meeting. Motion Approved by 5/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, A. Gonzalez, M. Pérez NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
PUBLIC HEARINGS
9. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-88 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF MCFARLAND, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A VARIANCE FOR HEIGHT AND SETBACKS ON A BLOCK WALL PROPOSAL AT 392 MARIA COURT AS
REFLECTED IN EXHIBIT A
Motion by Mayor Ayon, Seconded by Councilmember Pérez, for the Approval of Resolution No. 2026-88, with amended conditions of limiting the block wall height to 6 feet, while allowing the block wall to be placed along the landscape and utilities easement, for the July 22, 2026, City Council Meeting. Motion Approved by 4/1 Roll-Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, A. Gonzalez, M. Pérez
NOES: M. Gutierrez
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 4-1
10. Waive Full Reading and Introduce Ordinance No. 6-2026 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MCFARLAND, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP TO REZONE APPROXIMATELY 10 ACRES LOCATED
ALONG SHERWOOD AVENUE BETWEEN BROWNING ROAD AND BLANCO PARK, AFFECTING PORTIONS OF APNS 201-190-04 AND 201-190-13, FROM M-2 AND C-1 TO C-2, CONSISTENT WITH THE CITY OF MCFARLAND GENERAL PLAN Motion by Vice Mayor Cano, Seconded by Councilmember Pérez to Waive Full Reading and Introduce Ordinance No. 6-2026, for the July 22, 2026, City Council Meeting. Motion Approved by 5/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, A. Gonzalez, M. Pérez NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA
11. CITY COUNCIL RECEIVE AND FILE ELECTIONS CODE SECTION 9212 REPORT.
CITY COUNCIL TAKE MINISTERIAL AND MANDATORY ACTION AS REQUIRED UNDER ELECTION CODE SECTIONS 1405 AND 9215 REGARDING THE DAIRY-
SPONSORED INITIATIVE PROCESS
Motion by Vice Mayor Cano, Seconded by Councilmember Pérez, for the City Council to Receive and File Elections Code Section 9212 Report at the July 22, 2026, City Council Meeting. Motion Approved by 5/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, A. Gonzalez, M. Perez NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
a. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-89 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MCFARLAND, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026 AND
SUBMITTING TO THE MCFARLAND ELECTORATE AN INITIATIVE
ORDINANCE PROHIBITING CONCENTRATED ANIMAL FEEDING OPERATIONS
IN THE CITY OF MCFARLAND
Motion by Councilmember Gonzalez, Seconded by Vice Mayor Cano for the Approval of Resolution No. 2026-89 for the selection of the option of, pursuant to Election Code section 1405, submitting the Measure to the voters at the General Election scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the July 22, 2026, City Council Meeting. Motion Approved by 5/0 Roll- Call Majority Vote.
Roll Call Vote:
AYES: S. Ayon, R. Cano, M. Gutierrez, A. Gonzalez, M. Pérez NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
PASSED: 5-0
REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCIL ON COMMITTEE/SPECIAL DISTRICT
MEETINGS
a. Kern Council of Governments (KCOG) - No report due to no meeting held in July b. Delano Mosquito Abatement District (DMAD) - Vice Mayor Cano reports that, as of June 2026, there has been one mosquito sample that has tested positive for West Nile Virus. He warns community of potential risks of contracting the virus, but notes that there have not been any human cases reported in Kern County in 2026. He recommends that residents remove any stagnant water sources outside to prevent reproduction of mosquitos. He asks residents to report any mosquito infestations to the DMAD, reminding residents that their services are free of charge. He also recommends residents who spend time outside to wear mosquito repellant as well as long-sleeved shirts and pants to prevent being bitten.
COUNCIL STATEMENTS AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Gutierrez:
Councilmember Gutierrez thanks residents who attended the City Council meeting and thanks Mr. Gonzalez who adopted the Featured Pet Misha. He gives a "good job" to directors of the City for their work in the City. He gives recognition to the McFarland United Cross Country Club, who placed 5'' place overall in the AAU West Coast National Championship, winning 75 medals and setting 28 personal records. He has high hopes for these future athletes of Councilmember Gonzalez:
Councilmember Gonzalez thanks the community for attending the meeting and expressing their concerns.
Councilmember Pérez:
Councilmember Pérez thanks the community for attending the meeting and expressing their concerns. She also thanks Mr. Gonzalez for adopting Featured Pet Misha, reflecting on how she has adopted a dog from McFarland's Animal Shelter and loves her dog. She gives recognition for the hard work of the Police Department, noting how she sees them patrolling the City. She also thanks her colleagues for their hard work.
Vice Mayor Cano:
Vice Mayor Cano thanked community members for attending and contributing to the City Council meeting through public comments. He thanks the Police Department for their hard work, especially in handling the issues with fireworks being used at night.
Mayor Ayon:
Mayor Ayon thanks City Staff and Police for their hard work. He also thanks residents for attending meetings and speaking up about concerns and recommendations, making meetings productive.
CLOSED SESSION
None
ADJOURNEMENT
The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:53p.m.
Motion by Councilmember Gutierrez, Seconded by Councilmember Pérez, to adjourn the July 22, 2026, City Council meeting at 6:53p.m. 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
CITY OF MCFARLAND
SEA OF NOTARANO
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Erika De La Cruz, City Clerk
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