Item 2-1
June 3, 2025
Regular Meeting of the Selma City Council
CALL TO ORDER at 6:07 p.m.
ROLL CALL Council Members Avalos, Oceguera, Trujillo, Mayor Pro Tem Guerra, and Mayor Robertson
INVOCATION Pastor Paul Mesa, Trinity Life Church
CHANGES AND DELETIONS
City Attorney Costanzo requested to move items 5-5 and 5-6, proposed changes to ordinances, making the City Council appointing authority for the positions of Chief of Police and Fire Chief.
Motion made by Council Member Avalos and seconded by Council Member Trujillo, to closed session. City Clerk directed to add two public employment items to closed session pursuant to Government Code § 5497.
Motion by Council Member Avalos, seconded by Council Member Trujillo to table items 5- 5 and 5-6, instead adding both items to closed session as Public Employment pursuant to Government Code § 5497.
Ayes: 5 - Council Members Avalos, Trujillo, Oceguera, Guerra, Robertson None
Motion passed unanimously.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Isabelle Vargas, Owner of My Vintage and Thrift, requested Council waive a $4,500.00 Conditional Use Permit processing fee.
Motion by Council Member Oceguera to add this matter to agenda as an emergency item, and waive the fee of $4,500.00, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Guerra.
Ayes: 5 - Council Members Oceguera, Guerra, Avalos, Trujillo, Robertson Noes: None
Motion passed unanimously.
Theresa Salas thanked Council for support on behalf of new local businesses. 1-DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
Interim City Manager Kunkel had nothing to report.
City Attorney Costanzo had nothing to report.
1 Deputy City Manager Keene reported the public comment period for the Casitas Project Draft Environmental Impact Report opened May 23, 2025, and will remain open for 45 days after this date. The document is made available online and in hard copy Administrative Services Director Venegas had nothing to report.
City Clerk Carlson had nothing to report.
Finance Director Moreno had nothing to report.
Fire Chief Webster reported Fire Season had commenced, noting an increase in regional wildland fires, as well as fires inside Selma City limits. Chief Webster reported collaboration with Code Enforcement regarding weed abatement concerns at vacant properties.
Police Chief Alcaraz provided a reminder to the community that graduation commencements will be occurring over the upcoming weekend. He urges residents to be mindful and patient while enduring any delay due to the extra activity.
Public Works Director Honn was absent.
Arts Center Coordinator Andersen reported Seussical is currently playing at Selma Arts Center, with showings June 5-8 and June 12-14 Registration for Finding Nemo opened, with performances scheduled for September. Summer Arts Gallery is planned for July through August.
Community Services Supervisor Fletcher reported on several events including the end of a successful T-ball season, the commencement of a community swimming program, movies in the park and a Senior Center trip to Morro Bay. Supervisor Fletcher provided updates on installation of cooking ranges at the Senior Center and Salazar Center; she stated the Senior Center would be in full use as of next day, with the Salazar Center soon to follow, pending a hood repair. Supervisor Fletcher reported the upcoming partial closure of Dockery Avenue to accommodate the Portuguese Parade taking place June 15th ". Supervisor Fletcher gave a brief update on Musco lighting project at Shaffer Park, as Public Works Director Honn was unavailable to attend meeting.
Adjourned for Break at 6:37 p.m.
Reconvened at 6:45 p.m
2 - SPECIAL PRESENTATION
2-1 Special Presentation - K9 Dog Satin
Police Chief Alcaraz reported a scheduling conflict with K9 Officer High. He reported Officer High will make a special presentation on an upcoming date and apologizes for the necessary reschedule.
3- CONSENT CALENDAR
3-1 Approval - Minutes - Special and Regular Meeting - May 06, 2025 3-2 Approval - Consideration of Resolution 2025-36R Approving the Project list for Senate Bill 1 (SB 1) Funding for FY 2025-2026
2 3-3 Approval of Resolution 2025-37 the City of Selma's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Agreement Amendment #1 for Project 24651
Approval of Resolution 2025-38R Establishing the Facility Use Agreement between the City of Selma and Boys and Girls Club of Fresno County for the usage of the Salazar Community Center.
3-5 Approval - Check Register Report 86801 through 86904 Council Member Avalos pulled Item 3-5 for separate consideration.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Guerra, seconded by Council Member Avalos to approve Items 3-1 through 3-4 of Consent Calendar.
Ayes: 5- Council Members Guerra, Avalos, Trujillo, Oceguera Robertson Noes: None
3-5 Approval - Check Register Report 86801 through 86904 Motion by Council Member Avalos, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Guerra to approve Item 3-5 of Consent Calendar.
Ayes: 5- Council Members Avalos, Guerra, Oceguera, Trujillo, Robertson Noes: None
Public Hearing opened at 7:04 p.m.
4 - PUBLIC HEARING
4-1 AB 2561 Vacancy and Recruitment Retention Efforts
Spoke: Mike Cosenza, CLOCEA
Administrative Services Director Venegas reported annual assessment of vacancy and retention statistics as required by Assembly Bill 2561. Council directed her to provide a list of all current vacancies via email.
Public Hearing closed at 7:18 p.m.
5 - NEW BUSINESS
5-1 Consensus Item - City Manager Recruitment
Spoke: Theresa Salas
Stella Ramirez
Mike Cosenza, CLOCEA
Administrative Services Director Venegas provided recruitment options to Council for consideration.
Council directed Director Venegas to draft the City Manager advertisement with provided stipulations for advertisement and interview process.
3 Consensus reached to move forward with recruitment as specified. 5-2 Action Item - Consideration and Necessary Action of Resolution 2025-39R Apro ine Prelim as engine for Services retaried in an a ping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 (LLMD), and providing notice of public hearing on the proposed assessments
City Engineer Horn provided information regarding estimated LLMD assessments, the allocation of funds collected via the LLMD, and the reduction of the assessment. City Engineer Horn announced Public Hearing regarding the proposed LLMD assessment will be held July 1", 2025.
Motion by Council Member Avalos, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Guerra to dopt Resolution 2025-39R Approving the Preliminary Engineer's Report and intent t ollect an annual assessment for services rendered in Landscaping and Lighting Maintenanc District No.1 (LLMD).
Ayes: 5- Council Members Avalos, Guerra, Oceguera, Trujillo, Robertson Noes: None
Action Item - Preliminary Information for Upcoming Safe Routes to School Applications for Funding through Fresno County Measure C Spoke: Anita Gonzalez
Theresa Salas
Rose Robertson
Stella Ramirez
City Engineer asserts this is not an action item, but rather information and a request for directives, as necessary. City Engineer Horn provided preliminary information regarding the Safe Routes to School Grant Application, including timeline, and intent to survey all school zones to gather necessary statistics to prioritize areas in most need.
5-4 Action Item - Consideration and Necessary Action of Resolution 2025-40R Designating Official City of Selma Logo
Spoke: Stella Ramirez
Rose Robertson
City Attorney Costanzo provides background information regarding the city seal, directing all staff to use the city seal for all documents and media that represent the City of Selma, eliminating the use of a separate logo. Mayor Robertson directs staff to utilize current inventory bearing the incorrect logo, until depletion. Mayor Robertson clarified the intent of this action by stating use of law enforcement, fire safety and EMS patches, which bear applicable logos, will continue. 4 Motion by Council Member Avalos, seconded by Council Member Oceguera to adopt Resolution 2025-40R designating the official City of Selma Logo.
Ayes: 4 - Council Members Avalos, Oceguera, Guerra, Robertson Noes: 1 - Trujillo
5-7 Action Item - Consideration and Necessary Action on Resolution 2025-41R Establishing Public Information Office to be directed by Public Information Officer/Communications Director Appointed by the City Council and to be Employed as a Regular City Employee Subject to City Personnel Rules and Regulations.
City Attorney Costanzo declares the necessity of a Public Information Officer / Communications so is argued by staff and met with further counter by City Attorney Costanzo.
Consensus to table item 5-7 is reached.
6 - FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Avalos
1. Information regarding the number of City of Selma Police Officers with automatic rifle training
Council Member Oceguera
1. Decrease in yard sale permit fees
Council Member Trujillo had no future agenda items.
Mayor Pro Tem Guerra
1. Update on lights at Shaffer Park
2. Update on downtown trees, lights and poles; suggested bringing examples to next meeting
Mayor Robertson
1. For sale sign at McCall and Nelson. City Attorney Costanzo stated the Surplus Land Act and its requirements is not applicable to this property.
2. Review of contracts, bid process and cost estimate regarding fire station design and potential project management by Griffin Structures
3. List of attorneys for potential litigation to recover the $350,000.00 payout from previous settlement
4. Update on status of Commission appointments due for renewal in June/July 7 - COUNCIL REPORTS / COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Member Trujillo shared he attended Fresno State University graduation and congratulated Katie Mathis and Priscilla Santiago for their accomplishments. He thanked staff for holding a barbecue for Public Works. He further congratulated The Astros baseball team for their 5 accomplishment of second place in the championships, vowing to continue sponsorship. He encouraged community engagement and outreach for City of Selma youth.
Council Member Avalos highlighted he attended two car shows and acknowledged the high attendance. He also attended the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICS) convention and expressed the success of the council in representing the city.
Council Member Oceguera shared his satisfaction with the trip to ICSC convention in Las Vegas, highlighting the information of efforts provided by Deputy City Manager Keene.
Mayor Pro Tem Guerra reported she attended the Staff Appreciation barbecue for the Public Works department. She expressed dissatisfaction for lack of involvement, however, and acknowledged the holiday may have been a factor. She highlighted attendance at the May 17" Street Fair and recognized the Selma High School Percussion Band for being National Champions.
She also reported attending the American Legion Memorial Day Ceremony and recognizes the efforts of all who made it possible. She provided Congratulations to the Selma High School class of 2025 graduates.
Mayor Robertson shared that he attended the Chamber of Commerce mixer. He also attended the ICSC convention and reiterated the need for a Communication Director to assist with representation of the City of Selma. He congratulated the Selma High School Percussion Band for their accomplishment of National Champions. He attended an Ad Hoc Finance Committee meeting and extended gratitude to Finance Director Moreno for her efforts. He also reported attendance at the most recent Fresno COG meeting.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Theresa Salas requested an edit to May 6*, 2025, minutes to correct name spelling of a family member who had been honored with moment of silence.
Stella Ramirez suggested using City of Selma cameras to assist with efforts to fight graffiti Rose Robertson reported she has been attending the Healthcare District Board meetings. She suggested the city should partner with the Healthcare District to open a public pool in the "barrio" area of Selma.
Adjourned for Break at 9:59 p.m.
Reconvened at 10:05 p.m.
Adjourned to Closed Session at 10:06 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION:
1. Public Employment Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 Council to Discuss and Take Necessary Action on City Manager Recruitment Public Employee Appointment Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 All Non-Regular Contracted Positions
Reconvened to open session at 11:05 p.m.
6 REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION:
City Attorney reported the following:
No reportable action.
ADJOURNMENT:
Council adjourned at 11:06 p.m.
Approved this 4' day of November 2025.
APPROVED:
ATTEST Scott Robertson, Mayor
Sara M. Carlson
City Clerk