Meeting Minutes
Regular Meeting of the Selma City Council
February 17, 2026
CALL TO ORDER at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL Council Members Avalos, Oceguera, Trujillo, Mayor Pro Tem Guerra, and Mayor Robertson
POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST No conflicts of interest identified.
AGENDA CHANGES OR DELETIONS None.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None.
1 - CONSENT CALENDAR
1-1 Approval - Meeting Minutes - February 3, 2026 & July 24, 2025 Carlson 1-2 Approval - Check Register Dated 1/15/26, 1/23/26, & 1/27/26 - Check Moreno Numbers 88870 to 88964
1-3 Approval - Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No 2026-01 Moreno Amending Section 5-25-10 of the Selma Municipal Code to Extend the Term Length of the Downtown Selma Business Improvement District Advisory Board Members from One (1) Year to Two (2) Years 1-4 Approval - Consideration of Resolution 2026-11R Approving Fee Waiver Fletcher for Special Event Application Received by The Hills Church, Waiving Fees Totaling $933.05
1-5 Approval - Consideration of Resolution 2026-12R Approving the Use of Fletcher Public Facilities and the Proposed Re-routing of Traffic on Highway 43 between Rose and Nebraska on April 19th, 2026, to Accommodate Sikh Parade
1-6 Approval - Consideration of Resolution 2026-13R, Approving the Notice to Rogers Proceed and Awarding the Request for Proposal to Fresno County EDC; related to the California High Speed Rail Authority and the Operation of Central Valley Training Center; Budget not to Exceed $2,700,000.00. 1-7 Approval - Consideration of Resolution 2026-14R Approving Notice of Horn Completion for the Selma Sidewalk Connectivity Phase III Project (CDBG 24651)
1-8 Approval - Consideration and Adoption of Resolution 2026-15R Approving Honn a FY 25/26 Budget Amendment for Necessary Fire Station #1 Roof Repairs and Consideration and Adoption of Resolution 2026-16R Approving the Removal and Replacement of Existing Roof at Fire Station #1 and Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Execute all Necessary Associated Documents
Item 1-1 was pulled from the consent calendar for discussion. 1 Items 1-2 through 1-8 were approved in a single motion.
Action on Consent Calendar Items 1-2 through 1-8: A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Guerra to approve consent calendar items 1-2 through 1-8. The motion was seconded by Council Member Avalos.
Ayes: Guerra, Avalos, Oceguera, Trujillo, Robertson
Noes: None
Motion passed (5-0)
Discussion on Item 1-1: Mayor Robertson questioned City Clerk regarding the format of meeting minutes, noting the Council Reports do not identify each individual Council Member. Direction was given to identify all Council Members.
Action on Consent Calendar Item 1-1: A motion was made by Council Member Avalos to approve consent calendar item 1-1. The motion was seconded by Council Member Oceguera.
Ayes: Avalos, Oceguera, Trujillo, Guerra, Robertson
Noes: None
2- DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
• City Manager (Jason Rogers): City Manager Rogers reported collaboration with Finance and Department Heads regarding Mid-Year Budget and moving into the next fiscal budget. He also reported meeting with HDL regarding sales tax information; noting tax receipts for the third quarter were stable and in line with regional trends.
Sales tax receipts for 3" quarter of 2025 were approximately 2.5% higher than the same quarter 2024, though net of reporting aberrations was essentially flat. City Manager continued by reporting he met Fresno County CAO Paul Nerland regarding Rockwell Pond. Mr. Nerland will be forwarding information for review and future council update. City Manager stated he also attended the League of California Cities City Manager conference. He stated he looks forward to implementing what he learned at the conference.
• Community Services (Liz Fletcher): Community Services Director Fletcher reported James and the Giant Peach opened at the Selma Arts Center; a limited number of tickets remain available. She also stated John and Tammy Pemberton will perform at the April 10, 2026 Selma Live event.
• PIO/Communications (Jose Moreno): Communications Director Moreno shared the welcome video played at the Blossom Trail opening. He gives special thanks to the City of Selma team, restaurants and various vendors who donated their time, efforts and food, all in which made the event a success.
2 Mayor Robertson announced a scheduled break will not be taken. 3-REGULAR BUSINESS
3-1 Action - Consideration and Necessary Action for Acceptance of Fiscal Year Moreno 2025-2026 Mid-Year Budget Report and adopt Resolution 2026-17R approving the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Proposed Budget Amendments 3-2 Action - Consideration of the Downtown Business Improvement District Moreno (BID) Advisory Board Applications for Subsequent Appointment 3-3 Action - Consideration and Necessary Action on Resolution 2026-18R Costanzo Establishing Fees and Charges for Unaltered Dog and Cat Licenses and Fines for Violation of Selma Municipal Code § 6-2-26 Relating to Breeding, Transfer and Sale of Dogs and Cats
3-4 Introduction and Waiver of First Reading of Ordinance 2026-02 Amending Rogers Selma Municipal Code § 5-7-3, Relating to Special Event Permit Processing Timelines
Discussion on Regular Business Item 3-1: Director Moreno presented the report, noting revenues and expenses are trending normally between 39% and 54%. All departments are within budget obligations. Proposed budget amendments include adjustments for safety personnel compensation and overtime, in addition to public works projects.
Spoke:
• Theresa Salas inquired about the possible increase in retiree health insurance stipends.
Council in agreement to revisit this matter during an upcoming budget workshop.
Action on Item 3-1: A motion was made by Council Member Oceguera to approve Item 3-1. Motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Guerra.
Ayes: Oceguera, Guerra, Avalos, Robertson
Noes: Trujillo
Motion passed (4-1)
Discussion on Regular Business Item 3-2: Communications Director Moreno spoke regarding the BID recruitment, noting there were four (4) vacancies and three (3) applicants. The applicants included Rose Robertson, Richard Braden and Isabel Vargas.
Spoke None.
Action on Item 3-2: A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Guerra to approve Item 3-2, appointing the three applicants to BID. Motion was seconded by Council Member Avalos.
Ayes: Guerra, Avalos, Oceguera, Trujillo, Robertson
Noes: None
Motion passed (5-0)
3 Discussion on Regular Business Item 3-3: City Attorney Costanzo explains the intent of Resolution 2026-18R, clarifying fees as addressed in the staff report. City Attorney explains adoption of the Resolution will require an update to policies and procedures. Council Member Oceguera requests the item be tabled, declaring the need for alternative solutions such as a T-N-R program and/or low cost spay / neuter clinic. He mentioned implementation of a program before taking the action(s) detailed in Resolution 2026-18R. Mayor Robertson speaks in support of cost-effective solutions, including grant-funded options.
Spoke:
• Theresa Salas questioned the Animal Shelters current licensing practice and requests clarification regarding the plan to address 'free roaming' cats that might be mistaken as stray / feral.
• Director Fletcher responded to inquiry stating she will follow up with the Animal Services Manager regarding any licensing practice, further noting that Animal Services will only pick- up and contain noticeably injured cats.
• Rose Robertson stated money was allocated from the Selma Cemetery District for a Trap and Release program and further expresses her support of new laws to combat the stray / unlicensed animal issues.
Action on Item 3-3: Consensus reached to table this issue for approximately three (3) months while grants and alternative solutions are explored.
Discussion on Regular Business Item 3-4: City Manager introduced Ordinance 2026-02, adding a 21-day expedited permit option for events that qualify as minor, low-impact. Council expressed support for the ordinance as it encourages local business engagement. Public Hearing to be held March 17, 2026.
Spoke:
• Rose Robertson speaks in support of downtown street and sidewalk events, emphasizing the importance that small businesses play in showcasing the city.
Action on Item 3-4: None.
(Public Hearing to be noticed for March 17, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting.) 4 - FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS The Council reached consensus on requests for the following future agenda items:
• Review of the municipal code regarding bike registration fees, including the addition of e- bikes and motorized scooters
• Comparison report between Fix Our Roads and Transportation for All measures. • Adoption of color scheme for downtown district.
Status of Tactical Urbanism projects (speed buttons).
Potted trees for High Street.
• Review of ordinances that address business property maintenance. 5 - COUNCIL REPORTS
4 • Council Member Avalos reported trip to Washington D.C. He reported activities such as taking a tour of the White House and meeting the monk who is Walking for Peace. He also reported attendance at the Central Valley Training Center Cohort 20 Graduation. • Council Member Oceguera reported he attended the Blossom Trail Opening • Mayor Pro Tem Guerra reported attendance at the Blossom Trail Opening. She gave thanks to the City of Selma staff and the Chamber of Commerce, noting that the collaboration made this a class act event that other cities will model after. She also attended the Central Valley Training Center Cohort 20 Graduation. Mayor Pro Tem Guerra reported meeting with various Congressman and Senators regarding matters that affect the Central Valley and the City of Selma while visiting Washington D.C. • Mayor Robertson reported attendance at the Central Valley Training Center Cohort 20 Graduation, making special mention of the value the training center has within the City of Selma. Mayor Robertson also reported attendance at the Blossom Trail Opening which he stated has set the bar high for other municipalities. He spoke to the quality of the welcoming video produced by Director Moreno. He also attended a LAFCO meeting that addressed the intent of Fowler to expand by an additional 4,000 acres. Mayor Robertson invited the public to attend an upcoming FCTRA Bus Stop Dedication on February 27h at 10:00 am. This event will be held in memory of Terry Serrano, a proud FCRTA rider and member of the Selma Senior Center community.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
Approved the 3rd day of March, 2026.
APPROVED:
ATTEST: Scott Robertson
Mayor
Sara M. Carlsor
City Clerk