Meeting Minutes
Regular Meeting of the Selma City Council
March 3, 2026
CALL TO ORDER at 6:10 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
Spoke:
• Joyce Cason provided a hand-out to Council and staff. The document is a copy of a letter given to McCall Village Mobile Home Park residents, by McCall Village Management. Mrs.
Cason referenced Ordinance 2024-5, specifically the portion which addresses capital expenses, subsequently requesting guidance from Council. City Attorney Neal Costanzo offered to meet with Mrs. Cason outside of the Council Meeting. • Bryan Ramirez commended the city for the speed bumps installed near Jackson Elementary and Selma High School. Mr. Ramirez questioned if the speed bumps are permanent or temporary.
• City Manager Rogers clarified the speed bumps have been installed as part of a data-driven pilot study.
• Mayor Robertson spoke in support of the variety of speed measures currently being used in the pilot study.
• Council Member Oceguera mentions there has been a concern over several broken / lifted speed buttons.
• Public Works Director Honn responds to the broken button concern, stating those broken are currently being replaced. Director Honn stated it appeared some areas have been vandalized, however occasionally the buttons simply lose adhesiveness. • Communications Director Moreno reported a Community Survey will be available via the City of Selma website; he encouraged community feedback regarding the safety measures. 1 - CONSENT CALENDAR
Approval - Meeting Minutes - February 17, 2026 & July 30, 2025 Carison Approval - Check Register Dated 1/21/26, 1/29/26, 2/03/26, & 2/04/26 - Moreno 1-3
Completion or side Cly Hai Nor Far 2ing Lo Drainage improvemence of Horn Item 1-2 was pulled from the Consent Calendar for discussion. 1 Action on Consent Calendar Items 1-1 and 1-3: A motion was made by Council Member Avalos to approve consent calendar items 1-1 and 1-3. The motion was seconded by Council Member Oceguera.
Ayes: Avalos, Oceguera, Trujillo, Guerra, Robertson
Noes: None
Motion passed (5-0)
Discussion on Consent Calendar Item 1-2: Mayor Pro Tem Guerra questioned check number 88974, made payable to Axon Enterprises. Police Chief Alcaraz reports the payment of $69, 380.83 is for the annual contract amount for body worn cameras. Mayor Robertson inquired about check number 89027, made payable to Mower's Edge in the amount of $24,336.49. Public Works Director Honn responded that the payment covered the cost of a ride-on lawn mower. Council Member Avalos mentioned check number 89021 in the amount of $19,848.63, as made payable to Selma Unified School District. He raised concerns regarding increasing fuel prices.
Action on Consent Calendar Item 1-2: A motion was made by Council Member Avalos to approve consent calendar item 1-2. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Guerra.
Ayes: Avalos, Guerra, Oceguera, Trujillo, Robertson
Noes: None
2- DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
• City Manager (Jason Rogers): City Manager Rogers reported working with Finance concerning initial budget assumptions for the FY 26/27 budget. He also accompanied Mayor Robertson and Council Member Oceguera at the Animal Shelter where they met with the newly hired Animal Services Manager to discuss future shelter needs. He continued by reporting he met with a consultant regarding the formation of an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD) and requested a cost proposal for the upcoming budget. He attended the League of CA Cities South San Joaquin Valley Division General Membership meeting in Lemoore where EIFD's were a main topic of discussion. In addition, he met with CALOES to discuss the FEMA Grant Application for the Fire Station #2 generator. City Manager Rogers noted the application is in final stages of preparation before being submitted to FEMA. Furthermore, City Manager Rogers and Public Works Director Honn met with the Chamber of Commerce to discuss the Christmas Season, specifically the placement of the Santa House. An agreement was reached to refrain from using Veterans Plaza by placing the house along the backside of the Plaza, facing McCall.
• Community Services (Liz Fletcher): Community Services Director Fletcher stated Animal Services has a new logo. The new logo is now being integrated into city social media. She continued by announcing a low- cost vaccine clinic is scheduled for April 11". vaccination clinic will be held at the Animal Shelter in partnership with the Valley Oak SPCA mobile unit. Director Fletcher confirmed a $11,000.00 grant has been secured from the Selma Healthcare District; the grant will fund the summer community Swim Program. She continued by reporting the success of the Selma Art Center's production of "James and the Giant Peach", , whereas 1,319 tickets were sold with 11 of the 12 showings being sold out.
Finance (Maggie Moreno): Finance Director Moreno reported the Finance Department's attendance at the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers (CSMFO) conference in Palm Springs. She noted the department is currently working on the 26/27 budget. Budget worksheets have been provided to Department Heads and will be reviewed with Council at an upcoming Budget Workshop, date to be determined.
• Fire (Jordan Webster): Chief Webster reported he secured a grant in excess of $100,000.00 from the Selma Healthcare District to fund four (4) Lucas automated CPR devices. He praised EMS Division Chief Daniel Diaz for his dedication to this cause. It was noted that the devices not only assist in saving lives, but also significantly reduce personnel back injury claims.
Public Works (Michael Honn): Public Works Director Honn reported the lighting installations at Veteran's Plaza are complete. He continued by stating concrete grinding and sealing was completed at Pioneer Village. He mentioned the upcoming replacement of scoreboard at Babe Ruth field, noting the scoreboard is over 27 years old. Director Honn further reported the need to removal an 85-year-old male Sequoia tree located on the mall side of the Senior Center. The tree has been inspected by an arborist who noted safety concerns. Director Honn confirmed he will follow the City of Selma bid procedure and purchasing policy when vetting an arborist to perform the work.
Adjourned for break at 6:39 p.m.
Reconvened at 6:47 p.m.
3-REGULAR BUSINESS
3-1 Consideration and Necessary Action on Resolution 2026-20R, Adopting Moreno Interim Downtown Exterior Color Standards
Discussion on Regular Business Item 3-1: Council considered resolution 2026-20R, adopting an interim exterior color standard for the downtown district. Based on the feedback from City Council, BID and Planning Commissions during 2025 meetings, a refined Historic Terracotta Color Palette had been chosen as the standard; that color palette was provided by Communications Director Moreno as an exhibit, for reference. The purpose of Resolution 2026-20R is to maintain aesthetic cohesion while a more comprehensive Downtown guideline is finalized. Concerns of implementation and compliance were raised
Public Comment:
• Mayor Robertson expressed concern over the ability to enforce the standards, as a permit is not required for painting projects.
• City Manager Rogers responded, providing clarification that the color palette is simply a "guideline", with property owner's having the opportunity request a deviation from the color palette; the Council would consider the requests on a case-by-case basis.
Mayor Pro Tem Guerra questioned the painting of historic brick. • Director Moreno responds, stating the intent is to ensure historical brick is not covered completely or plastered over.
Mayor Robertson questioned the ability to make the standards retroactive. • City Manager Rogers and City Attorney Costanzo responded to that question; noting in agreement a color change cannot be forced, unless the work is subsidized by City of Selma funds.
• Council Member Oceguera mentioned the paint at the Selma Arts Center; noting the Art Center needs some attention and refurbishment.
3 • City Manager agreed to consider this by first reviewing the budget. • Council Member Trujillo speaks in support of the Exterior Color Standards, however expressed concern about the ability to gain compliance, specifically mentioning instances where the property owner is not the tenant. He noted the need for a structured plan. • Theresa Salas questioned the ability to enforce.
• City Manager Rogers reiterates that the goal is to gain compliance through offering the grant, noting the City will encourage property owners to apply for the grant, which will require compliance with the color standard.
• Rose Robertson suggested consideration of a City Hall façade update and expressed support for the cohesive color scheme.
• Council Member Avalos spoke in support of the Terracotta color scheme. • Bryan Ramirez expressed his support for adopting a cohesive color standard.
Action on Item 3-1: A motion was made by Council Member Avalos to approve Item 3-1. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Guerra.
Ayes: Avalos, Guerra, Oceguera, Trujillo, Robertson
Noes: None
Motion passed (5-0)
4 - FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS The Council reached consensus on requests for the following future agenda items:
• Update on Master Plan, including sewer, streets and the signage project. • Departmental staffing updates.
• Discussion regarding a city-funded spay/neuter clinic or voucher program. • Review and enforcement of the feather sign ordinance.
Temporary Stop sign for Floral and Dockery needs to be prioritized. • Review of the façade grant program for further consideration; Council to consider a $10,000.00 grant without a requirement to match funding. 5 - COUNCIL REPORTS
• Council Member Trujillo reported attendance an Education Foundation event, praising the foundation for their good works. He reiterated the importance of philanthropy in the community specifically mentioning the need to assist our children with sports, activities and education. He continued by recognizing the Knight of Columbus for their Community Fish Fry and pledged to make a personal business donation to the spay/neuter program. • Council Member Avalos reported attendance at the Maiden Voyage Chamber Mixer. He continued by noting he attended the Selma Healthcare District, whereas various grants were given. He also reporting making regular visits to the Senior Center. • Council Member Oceguera also reported attendance at the Selma Healthcare District meeting in addition to the Chamber of Commerce Annual Crab Feed, praising the successful event.
Mayor Pro Tem Guerra participated in the Maiden Voyage Chamber Mixer and the FCTRA/Terry Serano Memorial Bus Stop Dedication, citing the appreciation of the family.
She continued by recognizing the outstanding assistance the Little Leos provided during the Annual Selma Chamber of Commerce Crab Feed, professing the event was outstanding. 4 • Mayor Robertson reported he met with residents regarding the Amberwood Floral at Dockery Avenue water diversion; subsequently meeting with Lennar to mitigate. He also met with the newly hired Animal Services Manager regarding shelter status and needs. Mayor Robertson mentioned he also gave blood, participated in a Rotary meeting and witnessed the FCTRA Bus Stop Dedication in memory of Terry Serano. Lastly, Mayor Robertson attended a Fresno COG meeting.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
• Theresa Salas requested prayers for well-regarded citizen, Pete Israelian, who has recently been diagnosed with cancer.
• Bryan Ramirez spoke in support of the community rallying around youth sports and questioned if Christmas décor and an Ice-Skating Rink will be agendized. • City Manager responded to Mr. Ramirez, citing that these matters will be considered in the upcoming budget.
• Rose Robertson gave recognition to the staff of Adventist Health for their exceptional service while assisting her family with a health incident.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 7:39 p.m.
Approved the 17th day of March 2026.
APPROVED:
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ATTEST: Scott Robertson
Mayor
Varma
Sara M. Carlson
City Clerk