Visalia City Council
707 W. Acequia
Visalia, CA 93291
Visalia City Council
Visalia City Council
Meeting Minutes - Final
Mayor Brett Taylor
Vice Mayor Liz Wynn
Council Member Steve Nelsen
Council Member Emmanuel Hernandez Soto
Council Member Brian Poochigian
7:00 PM City Council ChambersMonday, May 4, 2026
ROLL CALL
Council Member Brian Poochigian, Mayor Brett Taylor, Council Member Steve Nelsen, Council Member Emmanuel Hernandez
Soto, and Vice Mayor Liz Wynn
Present:
*Council Member Emmanuel Hernandez Soto arrived at 7:05 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER REGULAR SESSION - 7:00 PM
Mayor Brett Taylor called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION LED BY MISSIONARY ERIK MENCHACA, WORLD MISSION
SOCIETY CHURCH OF GOD
SPECIAL PRESENTATION / RECOGNITION
PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time for general public comment on issues within the jurisdiction of the Visalia City Council. Each speaker tonight may speak for up to 3 minutes during this general comment period on a matter that is not on this agenda.
The public may also make one comment for up to 3 minutes prior to the consideration of the Consent Calendar, and immediately before any regular agenda item is heard. The Council asks that you keep you comments concise and positive. Creative criticism, presented with appropriate courtesy, is welcome.
Each speaker will be allowed three minutes and a timer will notify you when your time is expired. Please begin your comments by stating and spelling your name and providing your city of residence.
Public comment was received from Esther Perez and Jim Reeves.
Visalia City Council Meeting Minutes - Final May 4, 2026
ITEMS OF INTEREST
Vice Mayor Liz Wynn reported on updated information from the Valley Air District and discussed the difference between Valley Air District air quality days and days exceeding federal health standards.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion.
This is the time for members of the public to provide public comment on an item on the Consent Calendar. Comments will not be taken individually by the public if an item is pulled by a Council Member. Each speaker is allowed up to 3 minutes, and a timer will notify you when your time is expired. Please begin your comments by stating and spelling you name and providing your city of residence.
Approval of the Consent Agenda
A motion was made by Council Member Nelsen, seconded by Council Member Poochigian, to approve the Consent Agenda as read. The motion carried by the following vote:
Brian Poochigian, Brett Taylor, Steve Nelsen, Emmanuel
Hernandez Soto, Liz Wynn
Aye:
1. 25-0704Authorization to read ordinances by title only. approve
2. 25-0596Southern California Edison Charge Ready Programs - Authorization to submit enrollment applications to both the Southern California Edison Charge Ready Business and
Transport Programs to develop program participation
agreements for the design, construction and installation of the necessary infrastructure for new charging infrastructure at the new Civic Center and Convention Center, other City facilities if deemed feasible,and to expand the charging equipment at the City’s Transit Operations and Maintenance Facility and new charging infrastructure at the City’s Public Works Corporation Yard and at the Tulare County Office of Education Doe Avenue Complex.
approve
3. 25-0752Approve a contract for the supply of auto parts- Approve a contract with Genuine Parts Co. dba Napa Auto Parts to supply parts and accessories for the Fleet Division utilizing Sourcewell Contract with an annual not-to-exceed amount of $1,200,000, for an initial term through January 10, 2029, which may be extended for up to two additional one-year terms, to align with the Sourcewell contract, with a maximum contact amount of $6,000,000 over the life of the contract, including extensions. approve
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4. 25-0753Approve a contract for miscellaneous Fleet parts - Approve a contract with Lawson Products to supply small parts, fasteners, hydraulic hoses, clamps, and vehicle repair supplies for the Fleet Division utilizing the Omnia Partners Contract with an annual not-to-exceed amount of $175,000 for an initial term through October 31, 2027, which may be extended for up to two
additional one-year terms, to align with the Omnia Parters Contract, with a maximum contract amount of $525,000 over the life of the contract, including extensions.
approve
5. 25-0773Authorization to assist the Tulare County Association of Governments in preparing and submitting a joint regional application for Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program Cycle 8 State grant funds - Authorize the City’s assistance and participation in preparing a joint regional application with the Tulare County Association of Governments and Tulare County Regional Transit Agency (TCRTA) for Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program Cycle 8 State grant funds for capital
improvements to the planned Cross Valley Express and Mooney Boulevard Bus Rapid Transit systems.
approve
6. 25-0775Notice of Completion - Request authorization to file a notice of completion for River Run Ranch 6 & 7 subdivision located along the north side of East St. Johns Parkway between North McAuliff Street and North River Run Street.
approve
7. 25-0776Ordinance Adoption - Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2026-03, amending Visalia Municipal Code Section 1.13 Administrative Code Enforcement Procedures and Penalties. approve
8. 25-0780Approve Amended Resolution No. 2026-14 - Approve amended Resolution No. 2026-14 revising the grant term from January 30, 2029, to September 30, 2029, as authorized by the Board of State and Community Corrections Board of the California Violence Intervention and Prevention.
approve
9. 25-0785Ordinance Adoption of Airport Lease Agreement - Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2026-02 authorizing the City Manager to execute an airport lease agreement between the City of Visalia and the United States of America Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration.
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REGULAR ITEMS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS
Comments related to regular Items and Public Hearing Items are limited to three minutes per speaker, for a maximum of 30 minutes per item. The Mayor may reasonably limit or extend the public comment period to preserve the Council's interest in conducting efficient, orderly meetings.
1. 25-0777Inclusive Park Project - Review and approve the new proposed site location (McAuliff and Millcreek Parkway) for the Inclusive Park Project and approve contract amendment No. 2 in the amount of $405,500.63 to Westwood Professional Services for the change and update in design scope.
Engineering and Building Director Jason Huckleberry, Assistant Engineer Cody McLaughlin, and Parks and Recreation Director Jason Glick provided a presentation regarding the proposed conceptual design for the Pearl Wood property neighborhood park, the project site, proposed amenities, and anticipated project timeline.
Council discussed the proposed park design, parking considerations, neighborhood impacts, accessibility, security, fencing, and future maintenance.
Discussion included anticipated parking capacity, project scheduling, neighborhood notification efforts, and considerations related to traffic circulation and public safety.
Public comment was received from Theresa Glessner, John Petersen, Jim Reeves, and Maria Guillén.
A motion was made by Council Member Steve Nelsen, seconded by Council Member Brian Poochigian, to Adopt. The motion carried by the following vote:
Brian Poochigian, Brett Taylor, Steve Nelsen, Emmanuel
Hernandez Soto, Liz Wynn
Aye:
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2. 25-0781Measure N Public Hearing- Conduct the second of two public hearings on the proposed 10-year plan (2027-2037) and approve the 2026/27 & 2027/28 proposed budget.
Finance and Technology Director Renee Nagel provided a presentation regarding the Measure N expenditure process, proposed 10-year plan, and fiscal year 2026/27 and 2027/28 budget.
Council Member Hernandez Soto inquired regarding potential revisions to youth program funding. Director Nagel responded that any proposed changes should first be reviewed by the Measure N Citizens Oversight Committee and then brought forward to the City Council for consideration.
Mayor Taylor opened the public hearing at 7:59 p.m.
No public comment was received.
Mayor Taylor closed the public hearing at 8:00 p.m.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Liz Wynn, seconded by Council Member Emmanuel Hernandez Soto, to Adopt. The motion carried by the following vote:
Brian Poochigian, Brett Taylor, Steve Nelsen, Emmanuel
Hernandez Soto, Liz Wynn
Aye:
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Brett Taylor adjourned the meeting at 8:00 p.m.
UPCOMING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
1. 25-0706Upcoming City Council Meetings
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 @ 4:00 p.m. * Special meeting
Monday, May 18, 2026 @ 7:00 p.m. at 707 W. Acequia
Note: Meeting dates and times are subject to change, check posted agenda for correct details. In compliance with the American Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in meetings contact 713-4512.
Written materials relating to an item on this agenda submitted to the Council after distribution of the agenda are available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk, 220 N. Santa Fe Street, Visalia CA 93292, during normal business hours.