Kingsburg public meetings in 2021

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review the status of the Sports Complex and discuss murals. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the June 14, 2021, meeting.

• Sports Complex Status update
• Murals discussion
• Approval of June 14, 2021, meeting minutes

The Kingsburg Economic Development Committee approved the June 14, 2021 minutes and discussed creating a 501(c)(3) for a regional sports complex, with plans to apply for a grant closing in January. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; actions were limited to approving minutes and discussing future steps.

• Approved June 14, 2021 minutes
• Discussed creation of 501(c)(3) for sports complex
• Planned to apply for grant closing in January
• Discussed mural art spots with downtown property owners
• Reported Roadhouse property sheet rocking and hood installation scheduled for January 18, 2022
• Requested photographer quotes for commercial property photos

City Council

The City Council will review the completion of the Mehlert Avenue Rehabilitation project and consider a contract award for Madsen Avenue Rehabilitation. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of new firefighters and an update on local crime statistics.

• Awarding Madsen Avenue Rehabilitation contract to Don Berry Construction, Inc. for $454,509.00
• Acceptance of Mehlert Ave Rehabilitation project completed by MAC General Engineering, Inc.
• Swearing-in of Firefighters Scott Jaeckel, Devin Young, and Fernando Conchas
• Approval of Kingsburg Professional Firefighters Association 2022-2024 Memorandum of Understanding
• Review of October and November 2021 Crime Statistics Report

The Kingsburg City Council approved a second amended and restated Memorandum of Understanding with Fresno County regarding sales tax sharing after annexation, maintaining a 37% City/63% County split. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included accepting the Mehlert Ave Rehabilitation project, awarding a $454,509 contract for Madsen Avenue Rehabilitation, and approving a firefighters' MOU. A resolution related to local zoning and housing issues was tabled until a ballot measure is written.

• Adopted second amended and restated MOU with Fresno County (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check register, Mehlert Ave project acceptance, Madsen Ave contract award, and firefighters' MOU (unanimous)
• Tabled resolution on local zoning and housing issues until ballot measure is written

Planning Commission

The Kingsburg Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting on December 9, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber. The agenda contains only the meeting's administrative details, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 1, 2021, with presentations on the T-Mobile Customer Experience Center update, the National Opioid Settlement, and CalPERS additional discretionary payments. The council will also consider routine consent items, including approval of minutes, check register, and the 2022 master calendar. The meeting includes a closed session for labor negotiations with several employee organizations.

• T-Mobile Customer Experience Center update (informational)
• National Opioid Settlement discussion and possible action
• CalPERS additional discretionary payments discussion and possible action
• Approval of 2022 Master Calendar of City Council and committees
• Ratify check register for October 28–November 19, 2021

The Kingsburg City Council approved a $750,000 additional discretionary payment to CalPERS to reduce long-term pension costs, and voted to participate in the National Opioid Settlement process. The council also approved the 2022 Master Calendar with a modification to keep the January 5, 2022 meeting on schedule. Consent calendar items were approved, including the November 3, 2021 meeting minutes and a check register.

• Approved a $750,000 additional discretionary payment (ADP) to CalPERS for unfunded accrued liability.
• Approved participation in the National Opioid Settlement process.
• Approved the 2022 Master Calendar with the modification that the January 5, 2022 meeting will be held.
• Approved the consent calendar items 5.1, 5.2, and 5.4, including the November 3, 2021 meeting minutes and the check register.
• Approved the agenda as published.
• Swore in Sergio Gonzales as a Firefighter/EMT.
• Introduced new Police Department employees and a promoted Sergeant.
• Consented to placing a future agenda item regarding a resolution of support for Restoring Local Zoning (SB 9 & SB 10).

Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will review and take action on a social media/website proposal from 5 Creative. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hear reports from members.

• Review and action on Social Media/Website Proposal by 5 Creative
• Approve minutes from 9/1/2021, 10/13/2021, and 11/3/2021 meetings
• Proposal includes website development with costs up to $5,000 for enhanced directory
• Quarterly website maintenance at $300 each
• 50% deposit required before project begins

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board approved a proposal by 5 Creative for a website and branding project, including option 1 and one year of quarterly maintenance, not to exceed $23,000. The board also approved minutes from three prior meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from 9/1/2021, 10/13/2021, and 11/3/2021 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved 5 Creative website and branding proposal, not to exceed $23,000 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Kingsburg Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss recent state housing legislation, an upcoming Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance, and long-range planning outlook. Staff will present on new state laws like SB 9, which requires ministerial approval for duplexes and lot splits in single-family zones, and recommend drafting local ordinances. The commission will also hear about the Housing Element update and General Plan update.

• Discussion of SB 9, effective January 1, 2022, requiring ministerial approval of two residential units and urban lot splits in single-family zones
• Staff recommendation to draft an ordinance and create objective standards for SB 9 implementation
• Current ADU permits: 4 in process, compared to ~75 single-family residences
• Staff recommendation to bring ADU ordinance changes to Planning Commission by January meeting
• Housing Element (6th Cycle 2023-2031) and General Plan update discussion

The Kingsburg Planning Commission held a workshop on November 18, 2021, with no formal votes or decisions. Staff presented on recent state housing legislation (including SB 9), the upcoming ADU ordinance, and long-range planning efforts such as the Housing Element and General Plan update. The meeting was informational, with discussion only, and adjourned at 7:00 PM.

• No formal decisions were made; the meeting was a workshop with discussion only.
• Discussed SB 9, which allows parcel splits and two residential units, effective January 1, 2022.
• Noted that the ADU ordinance changes will be brought to the January 2022 meeting.
• Heard that the city will receive its RHNA allocation in the next 3-4 months.
• Reviewed status of several commercial construction projects, including T-Mobile, Dutch Bros, and Stone Plaza.
• Adjourned at 7:00 PM by unanimous voice vote.

City Council

This is a regular meeting of the Kingsburg City Council. The agenda contains only procedural items, including a notice of cancellation for the next meeting, which is scheduled for December 1, 2021. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Notice of cancellation: next meeting on 12/01/2021 at 6pm

Community Services Commission

The Commission will receive an update on the Prop 68 Per Capita Grant and a discussion regarding the Dog Park. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Prop 68 Per Capita Grant Update
• Dog Park Discussion and Update

The Kingsburg Community Services Commission unanimously approved the minutes from its June 23, 2021 meeting. Staff reported that Prop 68 grant applications are due in December and that the City Council prioritized bathroom improvements at Athwal as the project. The dog park sub-committee will meet soon to discuss a new design, with Council deciding to keep the dog park out of residential areas and focus on the existing one. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 23, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Heard Prop 68 grant update: applications due December, Athwal bathrooms priority
• Heard dog park update: sub-committee to meet, focus on existing park

Public Safety Committee

The Kingsburg Public Safety Committee will hear a police crime and camera update from Sgt. Kroeger and discuss how to use its $10,000 in funds. The committee will also approve minutes from its August 16, 2021 meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine, with public comments and other business.

• Police Crime and Camera Update by Sgt. Kroeger
• Use of Funds Discussion (committee has $10,000)
• Approve minutes from August 16, 2021 meeting
• Public comments

The Kingsburg Public Safety Committee approved the August 16, 2021 minutes and discussed a police update on crime, including TikTok-related vandalism, a cold homicide case, and catalytic converter thefts. The committee discussed funding body-worn cameras, with a request for cost and storage details. No formal decisions were made on the camera funding.

• Approved August 16, 2021 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Discussed body-worn camera funding, requested cost breakdown
• Heard police update on TikTok vandalism, cold case, and crime stats

City Council

The City Council will review resolutions for three real property easement purchase agreements. The agenda also includes updates on the Capital Improvement Plan and the Prop 68 Statewide Park Development Grant.

• Easement Purchase Agreement for APN 393-211-36
• Easement Purchase Agreement for APN 393-330-33
• Easement Purchase Agreement for APN 394-042-15
• Approval of proposed Salary Charts effective Jan 1, 2021 and Oct 20, 20 1
• Ratification of payments including $16,140.58 to Fresno County Sheriff

The Kingsburg City Council unanimously approved applying for a Prop 68 grant to fund restrooms at Athwal Park, one of three priority parks identified. The council also approved the consent calendar, including three easement purchase agreements and salary charts. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was informational or procedural.

• Approved agenda as published (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check register, three easement resolutions (2021-068, 2021-069, 2021-070), and salary charts (unanimous)
• Approved motion to apply for Prop 68 grant for Athwal Park Project (unanimous)

Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda: call to order, public comment, board member reports, and other business. No specific action items, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural.

The Kingsburg Downtown BID Advisory Board met and discussed holiday activities including Christmas trees, a downtown open house, a gift basket drawing, Small Business Saturday, late-night shopping, and a holiday skate event. No formal votes were taken; the board agreed to vote on a website proposal from 5 Creative at the next meeting.

• Deferred vote on 5 Creative website proposal to next meeting
• Discussed Christmas trees, open house, trolley, and social media posts
• Discussed gift basket drawing with RPS and Apotek contributing $100 items
• Discussed Small Business Saturday window clings and advertising
• Discussed staying open late on Thursday with entertainment
• Discussed holiday skate event at Memorial Park

Finance Committee

The Kingsburg Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on two items: an update on the solid waste rate study and SB 1383 compliance, and a recommendation to make $750,000 in additional discretionary payments to CalPERS to reduce long-term pension liabilities. The committee may also approve minutes from the August 31, 2021 meeting.

• Solid waste rate study update: street sweeping expansion adding $30,810 annually, plus $2,500-$3,000/month disposal costs
• SB 1383 compliance: food recovery program, organic waste procurement policy, contract amendments with Mid Valley Disposal
• CalPERS additional discretionary payments: $250,000 each for Classic Misc, Police, Fire employees, estimated $636,926 long-term savings
• UAL fund balance: $2,645,765, with ~$600,000 expected after FY21 audit
• Approval of minutes from August 31, 2021 meeting

The committee unanimously recommended a $750,000 additional discretionary payment to CalPERS, which staff estimates will save $636,926 in interest. They also discussed the solid waste rate study and SB 1383 compliance, including a $60,000 increase in street sweeping costs, but took no formal action on that item. Minutes from the August 31, 2021 meeting were approved.

• Approved minutes from August 31, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended $750,000 CalPERS discretionary payment to council (unanimous)

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council will hold a regular meeting with several routine consent items, including approving minutes, paying bills, accepting a completed parking lot project, and adopting resolutions for property dedications. The council will also discuss the future meeting format under AB 361, a potential parklet on Smith Street, an update on the Laurel Street Dog Park, and receive a crime statistics report. The meeting includes a closed session for labor negotiations with police and firefighter associations.

• Accept Kern Street Parking Lot Improvements project completed by Valley Excavation, Inc.
• Adopt Resolutions 2021-068, 2021-069, 2021-070 accepting offers of dedication for portions of APNs 393-211-36, 393-330-33, 394-042-15
• Approve Fire Department contracts with Cal Viva and Anthem Blue Cross as 2021 IGT Plan Provider Agreements
• Approve fourth amendment to City Manager employment agreement
• Discuss Smith Street Public Parklet and Laurel Street Dog Park improvements

The Kingsburg City Council approved the police recruit position description and salary chart, adding an amendment to waive the 30-unit college requirement for military veterans with honorable discharge. The council also voted to continue in-person meetings without a public phone line, allowed a parklet on Smith Street, and sent dog park improvements back to the Community Services Commission for prioritization.

• Approved police recruit position with veteran waiver (unanimous)
• Continued in-person meetings per AB 361 (unanimous)
• Ended public phone line for meetings (4-1)
• Allowed Smith Street parklet (unanimous)
• Sent dog park improvements to CSC for phasing
• Approved consent calendar items 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.7, 5.8 (unanimous)
• Pulled items 5.4, 5.5, 5.6 for revisions

Planning Commission

The provided document contains only the meeting header and list of commissioners. There are no specific projects, decisions, or discussions listed for this session.

Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board is meeting to discuss social media and website efforts, receive reports from board members, and handle other business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Discuss social media/website strategy
• Reports from board members
• Public comment period

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board met and discussed social media growth, upcoming events including the Holiday Kick-off on 11/6, and TOT tax-funded wayfinding ideas. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was procedural and adjourned to the next meeting.

City Council

The City Council will consider a proposed increase in ambulance rates for the Fire Department and review an amended development agreement for Stone Plaza. The agenda also includes a public hearing on 2020 Census redistricting and resolutions regarding federal and state transportation funding.

• Public Hearing: 2020 Census Kingsburg City Council Redistricting
• Proposed Ambulance Rate Increase for the Kingsburg Fire Department
• Amended Development Agreement – Stone Plaza
• Resolution 2021-064: Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Program funding
• Resolution 2021-065: Surface Transportation Block Grant funding

The Kingsburg City Council approved an amended development agreement for Stone Plaza, extending the timeline for construction. The council also approved an ambulance rate increase for the Fire Department, accepted the annual Development Impact Fee Report, and approved several consent calendar items including resolutions for federal funding and a street closure for a Kiwanis event.

• Approved amended Stone Plaza development agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-067 approving ambulance rate increase (unanimous)
• Accepted Development Impact Fee Report (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including resolutions 2021-064, 2021-065, 2021-066, Smith Street closure, and meeting cancellation (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Kingsburg Finance Committee regular meeting scheduled for September 28, 2021, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council is holding a regular meeting with several discussion items, including a COVID-19 update, the Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan, a Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) and water discussion, a turf replacement program incentive, a park naming discussion for Tract 6151, and a crime statistics report. The council will also consider consent calendar items such as approving minutes, the check register, and budget amendments. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the City Manager's employment.

• Approve budget amendments via Resolutions 2021-049 through 2021-063
• Discuss Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan
• Discuss Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) and water issues
• Discuss Turf Replacement Program Incentive
• Discuss naming of park in Tract 6151

The Kingsburg City Council unanimously adopted the Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan, which evaluates parking, transit, and non-motorized travel options. The council also approved a $30,000 turf replacement rebate program, named a new park 'Veterans Park,' and approved the consent calendar including budget amendments and bill payments. No action was taken on the COVID-19 update or the SGMA water discussion, which were informational.

• Adopted the Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan (motion by Roman, seconded by Palomar, unanimous).
• Approved the Turf Replacement Program Incentive with $30,000 initial allocation and $3,000 max rebate per address (motion by Roman, seconded by Pursell, unanimous).
• Named the new park 'Veterans Park' (motion by Roman, seconded by Hurtado, unanimous).
• Approved the agenda as published (unanimous).
• Approved the Consent Calendar including minutes, check register, and budget amendments (unanimous).
• Received COVID-19 update and SGMA/water discussion as informational items; no action taken.

Planning Commission

The Kingsburg Planning Commission will continue its discussion of the Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan, a draft focused on transportation and non-motorized travel. The commission may review, comment on, or vote to support the plan. The agenda also includes approval of the August 12, 2021 minutes and public comments.

• Continued discussion on Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan
• Possible action to support the Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan
• Approval of August 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comments on non-agenda items

The Kingsburg Planning Commission discussed a downtown plan and voted to support it, noting insufficient parking and recommending that Draper Street business employees park off the main streets. The motion was made by Commissioner Blaney, seconded by Commissioner Ruch, and carried by the commissioners present. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from August 12, 2021 meeting (motion carried)
• Supported downtown plan with parking concerns and employee parking recommendation (motion carried)

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council will hold a public hearing on 2020 Census redistricting, discuss a COVID-19 leave policy and employer mandate, and consider a Central California EMS Agency special policy. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving minutes, declaring city vehicles surplus, and adopting a revised resolution for a multi-family development. The meeting includes a closed session for real property negotiations and a public employment matter.

• Public hearing on 2020 Census redistricting (informational, no action required)
• Discussion on COVID-19 leave policy and employer mandates
• Discussion on Central California Emergency Medical Services Agency special policy
• Adopt Resolution 2021-048 declaring city vehicles as surplus
• Adopt revised Resolution 2021-046 for Sohal, Inc. multi-family residential development

The Kingsburg City Council approved the agenda and consent calendar, which included approving the August 18, 2021 minutes, declaring city vehicles as surplus, and adopting a revised resolution for a multi-family residential development. A public hearing on redistricting was held with no public comment, and informational updates were given on COVID-19 leave policy and emergency medical services. No action was taken on these informational items.

• Approved the agenda as published by unanimous voice vote.
• Approved the consent calendar, including the August 18, 2021 minutes, Resolution 2021-048 declaring city vehicles surplus, and Revised Resolution 2021-046 for the Sohal, Inc. multi-family development.
• Held a public hearing on 2020 Census redistricting; no public comment was received and no action was taken.
• Received informational updates on COVID-19 leave policy and EMS policy; no action was taken.

Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from the August 4, 2021 meeting, discuss a logo for the cornhole tournament, and review a social media proposal. The board will also hear reports from members and handle other business.

• Discuss BID logo for cornhole tournament
• Discuss social media proposal (website refresh, directory, content calendar)
• Approve minutes from 8/4/2021 meeting
• Public comment via phone or written submission

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board approved an edited logo for the Cornhole Tournament, a social media proposal with no budget, and endorsed holiday events including the holiday open house, Small Business Saturday, and late-night shopping Thursdays. The board also approved paying for a trolley driver for two dates. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes from 8/4/2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved edited BID logo for Cornhole Tournament (unanimous)
• Approved social media proposal with $0 budget (unanimous)
• Endorsed holiday open house, Small Business Saturday, and late-night Thursdays (unanimous)
• Approved paying for trolley driver on 11/6 and 12/4 (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Kingsburg Finance Committee unanimously supported a proposed ambulance rate increase for the Kingsburg Fire Department, with the motion passing by voice vote. The committee also unanimously recommended approval of 91 end-of-year budget amendments for fiscal year 2020-2021, covering various funds. Both items will go to the City Council for final action.

• Supported proposed ambulance rate increase for KFD (unanimous voice vote)
• Recommended 91 budget amendments for 2020-2021 to City Council (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes from April 27, 2021 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council and Planning Commission will hold a workshop featuring presentations by City and Tulare County staff regarding the Kingsburg Area Community Plan in Tulare County.

• Presentations regarding the Kingsburg Area Community Plan in Tulare County

The Kingsburg City Council and Planning Commission held a joint workshop to receive an update on the Kingsburg Area Community Plan from Tulare County. The discussion covered the plan's timeline, zoning proposals, and urban development boundary, with public comments on boundary and safety concerns. No formal decisions were made; the workshop was informational only.

• No formal decisions were made during the workshop.
• Received an update on the Kingsburg Area Community Plan from Tulare County Assistant RMA Director Aaron Bock.
• Discussed the proposed zoning map and urban development boundary.
• Heard public comment from Bryan Tomasian regarding the boundary near Madsen and residential safety.
• Heard public comment from Karen of Fab Tech regarding taxes and services.
• Discussed timelines, traffic concerns near Lincoln schools, and maintaining standards.

Planning Commission

The Kingsburg City Council and Planning Commission will hold a workshop to hear presentations from City and Tulare County staff regarding the Kingsburg Area Community Plan in Tulare County.

• Presentations by City and Tulare County staff on the Kingsburg Area Community Plan

The Kingsburg City Council and Planning Commission held a joint workshop to review the Tulare County Kingsburg Area Community Plan update. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with discussion of zoning, boundaries, and public comments.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only

City Council

The City Council will review a public hearing for a 35-unit multi-family residential development. The agenda also includes a discussion on the dog park and a report on July 2021 crime statistics.

• Public hearing for PUD 2021-01 (Sohal) involving 35 multi-family dwellings
• Discussion regarding the Dog Park with Community Services Director Adam Castaneda
• July 2021 Crime Statistics Report from the Police Department
• Swearing-in of five Firefighter/Paramedic and EMT staff members
• Ratification of payments in the check register from July 28 to August 11, 2021

The Kingsburg City Council approved a Planned Unit Development (PUD 2021-01) and a growth allocation for 35 multi-family dwellings on the west side of Academy, north of Harold Street. The approvals are contingent on the applicant addressing conditions including site management, security cameras, and market-rate status. The council also discussed a potential dog park at Erling Park but took no formal action, instead directing staff to estimate costs for improving the existing dog park.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-046 upholding Planning Commission decision on PUD 2021-01 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-047 allocating 35 multi-family units for 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as published (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes and check register (unanimous)
• Designated Mayor North as voting delegate for League of California Cities conference (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The committee will approve the minutes from the May 17, 2021 meeting and hold a discussion on the use of funds. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the agenda. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 15, 2021.

• Approval of minutes from the May 17, 2021 Public Safety Committee meeting
• Discussion on the use of funds

The Kingsburg Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from the May 17, 2021 meeting. Members discussed using the committee's $10,000 in funds for a camera at the baseball field and potential neighborhood watch options, but no formal decisions were made on these items. They also discussed traffic concerns at 10th and Kern, including a possible stop sign request and radar trailer use, but took no action.

• Approved minutes from May 17, 2021 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a presentation by City Engineer Dave Peters regarding the Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan. The commission may take action to support the plan, which focuses on transit-oriented development and pedestrian-friendly improvements.

• Review and comment on the Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan
• Possible action to support the Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan

The Planning Commission reviewed the draft Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan, which focuses on transportation improvements, including bike lanes, pedestrian amenities, and parking. The commission voted to support the plan, though no formal approval was made. The plan will be brought back for further discussion.

• Supported Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan (unanimous)
• Plan to be brought back for further discussion

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 4, 2021, with several action items. The council will consider adopting an ordinance to allow truck terminals and truck sales as conditional uses in the Highway Commercial District, approve a grant agreement with the Kingsburg Tri-County Health Care District, and receive a COVID-19 update from the City Manager. The agenda also includes recognition of retiring Planning Secretary Mary Colby and a policy for naming parks and facilities.

• Ordinance No. 2020-001: add truck terminals and truck sales as conditional uses in Highway Commercial Zone (waive second reading)
• Approve Kingsburg Tri-County Health Care District Grant Agreement
• Adopt Resolution 2021-045 recognizing Planning Secretary Mary Colby for 20 years of service
• Policy for naming parks, recreation facilities, and other park assets
• Closed session: real property negotiation for APN 396-111-15T (rental terms)

The Kingsburg City Council approved a $366,654 grant agreement with the Tri-County Health Care District to fund six full-time paramedics as a cost-sharing measure. The council also adopted a policy for naming parks and other recreation assets, and gave direction to support an immigration bill regarding agriculture. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $366,654 grant for 6 full-time paramedics (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-045 recognizing Mary Colby for 20 years of service (unanimous)
• Adopted Naming Policy for parks and recreation assets (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including Ordinance 2020-001 adding truck terminals/sales as conditional uses (unanimous)
• Gave direction to move forward with letter of support for agriculture immigration bill (unanimous)

Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to discuss a social media proposal, approve minutes from previous meetings, and hear reports from board members. The agenda also includes public comment and other business items.

• Discuss social media proposal
• Approve minutes from 6/2/2021, 6/9/2021, and 6/21/2021 meetings
• Public comment via phone or written submission

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board approved a $300 sponsorship for a cornhole tournament, with all members in favor. The board also approved minutes from three prior meetings and discussed a social media proposal, a downtown map, and a report on Dala Dollars.

• Approved minutes from 6/2/2022, 6/9/2021, and 6/21/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved $300 sponsorship for cornhole tournament (voice vote, all in favor)

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the use of $2,896,491 in American Rescue Plan Act funds. The city manager will present eligible uses, reporting requirements, and ideas for funding. Council and community members will be asked to suggest projects. No decisions are expected at this workshop.

• Discussion of $2,896,491 in American Rescue Plan Act funds (50% received July 2021, 50% July 2022)
• Eligible uses include COVID-19 response, economic impact assistance, lost revenue replacement, premium pay, and water/sewer/broadband infrastructure
• First annual report to U.S. Treasury due October 31, 2021
• Funds must be obligated by December 31, 2024 and expended by December 31, 2026
• Public comment allowed via phone or written submission

The Kingsburg City Council held a workshop to discuss potential uses of $2,896,491 in American Rescue Plan funds, with no formal decisions or votes taken. City Manager Alexander Henderson presented the funding timeline and eligible uses, and council members, staff, and residents suggested various projects, including water infrastructure, police and fire improvements, and support for non-profits. The meeting was adjourned without any action items.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the workshop

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council is holding two public hearings: one to consider the Khalsa Trucking Terminal annexation, zoning, and general plan amendments, and another to select the Mariposa Street Reconstruction project for CDBG funding. The consent calendar includes routine approvals like the check register, wage schedule, and a street rehabilitation contract. Public comments submitted focus on support for Councilmember Jewel Hurtado amid recall rumors.

• Public hearing on Khalsa Trucking Terminal: annexation of 14.59 acres, general plan amendment, zoning ordinance amendment, and Mitigated Negative Declaration
• Resolution 2021-044: Approve Mariposa Street Reconstruction as candidate for FY 2022-23 CDBG program
• Award Mehlert Street Rehabilitation Project to MAC General Engineering, Inc. for $214,834.26
• Adopt Resolution 2021-040 updating police parking violation fees and re-establishing animal quarantine fee
• Approve non-pensionable 5% Essential Worker Premium Stipend for eligible employees

The Kingsburg City Council approved resolutions to initiate annexation of 14.59 acres for the Khalsa Truck Terminal, prezone it to Highway Commercial, and adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration. They also introduced an ordinance to allow truck terminals and sales as conditional uses in that zone, and approved the Mariposa Street Reconstruction Project as the CDBG candidate for FY 2022-23.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-041 to initiate annexation and prezone 14.59 acres to Highway Commercial.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-042 approving General Plan Amendment 2020-01 to 'highway commercial'.
• Waived first reading and introduced Ordinance 2021-001 to add truck terminals and sales as conditional uses in Highway Commercial.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-043 approving the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Khalsa Truck Terminal.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-044 approving Mariposa Street Reconstruction as the CDBG project for FY 2022-23.
• Approved consent calendar items 5.1-5.4 and 5.6-5.10, including the Mehlert Street Rehabilitation award of $214,834.26.
• Approved consent item 5.5, a 5% Essential Worker Premium Stipend for eligible employees.
• Approved the agenda as published.

Planning Commission

The Kingsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a planned unit development (PUD-2021-01) for a 35-unit multifamily project on the west side of 10th/Academy Avenue, including a growth allocation allotment. They will also consider a one-year extension for Tentative Tract Map 6141, a 44-lot single-family subdivision on the south side of Kamm Avenue. The agenda includes approval of the June 10, 2021 minutes and public comments.

• Public hearing for PUD-2021-01: 35 multifamily units, west side of 10th/Academy Avenue, applicant Sohal, Inc.
• Resolution to extend Tentative Tract Map 6141 to June 11, 2022 (44 single-family lots, south side of Kamm Avenue)
• Approval of June 10, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comment period (phone and written) for agenda items

The Kingsburg Planning Commission approved Resolution 2021-07, granting a planned unit development (PUD-2021-01) for a multi-family project on the west side of 10th/Academy Avenue, with amendments including a 4-foot wrought iron fence set back 3 feet from the sidewalk, solar area limited to 58x45 feet, and emergency-only alley access. It also approved Resolution 2021-08, allocating 35 multi-family residential units for the project. Both motions passed unanimously among commissioners present, with Brock and Ekizian absent.

• Approved Resolution 2021-07 for PUD-2021-01 with amendments, including fence, solar, and lighting conditions
• Approved Resolution 2021-08 allocating 35 multi-family residential units
• Approved extension of Tentative Tract Map 6141 to June 11, 2022, via Resolution 2021-06
• Approved minutes of the June 10, 2021, Planning Commission meeting as presented

City Council

This is a regular meeting of the Kingsburg City Council. The agenda contains only procedural items, including a notice that the next meeting is cancelled and will be held on July 21, 2021. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Notice of cancellation for the next Council meeting, rescheduled to 07/21/2021 at 6pm

Community Services Commission

The Kingsburg Community Services Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss a Tri County Health Care District grant and how to use funds for the dog park on Laurel St. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and public comment. No final votes are scheduled on these discussion items.

• Discussion of Tri County Health Care District grant application
• Discussion of fund use for Dog Park on Laurel St.
• Approval of April 28, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comment period (phone and written options)
• Unscheduled matters for commission members (discussion only)

The Kingsburg Community Services Commission discussed the denial of two Tri County Health District grant applications for the senior center kitchen and Athwal Park improvements, and decided to use Prop 68 round 3 funding for the Laurel St dog park instead. They also discussed reopening a small section of Erling Park as an off-leash dog park, pending a presentation to the City Council. The commission approved the minutes of the May 23, 2021 meeting as presented.

• Approved the minutes of the May 23, 2021 meeting as presented.
• Decided to use Prop 68 round 3 funding for the Laurel St dog park after grant denials.
• Discussed reopening a small section of Erling Park as an off-leash dog park, pending Council approval.
• Agreed to contact Wabo Construction for potential contributions to dog park improvements.
• Agreed to have staff meet with the dog park subcommittee to present a proposal to Council.
• Agreed to add animal control clinic discussions to the next agenda.
• Noted a skate ramp company will present on current equipment at a future meeting.

Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to discuss the Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan and a social media proposal. The meeting is open to the public with options for remote participation.

• Discussion of Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan
• Discussion of social media proposal
• Public comment period

The board unanimously accepted and endorsed the Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan, with the exception of any timed or metered parking as discussed on June 2, 2021. A social media proposal was tabled until the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Endorsed Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan, excluding timed/metered parking (unanimous)
• Tabled social media proposal until next meeting

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council, along with the Public Financing Authority and Successor Agency boards, will hold public hearings to adopt the FY 2021/2022 budget, set the Gann spending limit, and levy assessments for Landscaping and Lighting District No. 93-01 and Community Facilities District 2017-01. They will also hear updates on the vaccination clinic and American Rescue Plan Act funds, discuss a solid waste rate study agreement, and consider a CDBG project. The meeting includes several routine consent items and closed session negotiations.

• Public hearing to adopt Resolution 2021-033 for Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 93-01 assessments for FY 2021/2022
• Public hearing to adopt Resolution 2021-034 approving the FY 2021/2022 budget for the city, Public Financing Authority, and Successor Agency
• Adopt Resolution 2021-035 for the 2021-22 Gann Limit
• Adopt Resolution 2021-036 to levy special tax for Community Facilities District 2017-01
• Agreement with Lchowicz & Tseng for a Solid Waste Rate Study

The City Council unanimously adopted the $26.6 million all-funds budget for fiscal year 2021-2022, along with the Gann Limit and a special tax levy for Community Facilities District 2017-01. The Council also approved a solid waste rate study agreement, a landscaping and lighting assessment levy, and a transportation funding claim. No public comments were made on the budget, but residents asked questions about wages and animal control funding.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-034 approving the FY 2021-22 budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-035 setting the Gann Limit for FY 2021-22 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-036 levying special tax for CFD 2017-01 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-033 approving Engineer's Report for Assessment District 93-01 (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Lechowicz & Tseng for solid waste rate study (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items including minutes, check register, and TDA/STAF funding claim (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for Successor Agency and Public Financing Authority meetings (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Kingsburg Economic Development Committee will meet to approve minutes from November 13, 2020, and discuss the Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan and an agri-tourism update. The agenda includes public comments and old/new business items. The meeting is held at 50% capacity due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approve minutes from November 13, 2020 meeting
• Discuss Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan (draft, March 2021)
• Agri-tourism update
• Public comments

The Kingsburg Economic Development Committee unanimously approved the Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan, adding comments on bike lane placement, removing timed parking, considering solar paneled coverings at Depot charging stations, and seeking downtown residents' feedback. The committee also directed staff to resume work on the agri-tourism project, which had been paused due to COVID. No public comments were made, and the November 13, 2020 minutes were approved.

• Approved the Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan unanimously with four comments
• Directed to begin working on the agri-tourism program again and provide updates
• Approved the November 13, 2020 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Kingsburg Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend the City Council adopt resolutions initiating the Kamm Bethel Northwest Reorganization (annexation), approving a General Plan amendment and zoning change to highway commercial, approving a conditional use permit for the Khalsa Truck Terminal, and approving a mitigated negative declaration. The actions were taken after a public hearing where the project representative stated that if annexation is not approved, the development would proceed in the county.

• Recommended Resolution 2021-02 to initiate the Kamm Bethel Northwest Reorganization and forward to LAFCo.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-03 approving General Plan amendment 2021-01 (undesignated to highway commercial) and Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2021-01 (Fresno County C-6 to Kingsburg CH).
• Adopted Resolution 2021-04 approving CUP 2021-01 with conditions, including no blockage of Kingsburg Truck Sales signage and a water storage tank subject to Fire Chief approval.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-05 approving a mitigated negative declaration for the Khalsa Truck Terminal.

Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board approved allocating up to $800 for trolley service between the Gun Club and downtown on June 24-25, 2021, from 10:30am to 5:30pm. The board also approved the minutes from the May 5, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from 5/5/2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Allocated up to $800 for trolley service on 6/24 & 6/25, 10:30am-5:30pm (unanimous)

Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will review the Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan, discuss a social media proposal, and consider approving the minutes from the May 5, 2021 meeting. The board will also hear reports from members and other business. The meeting is open to the public with limited in-person capacity and remote participation options.

• Review of Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan (draft, March 2021)
• Discussion of social media proposal
• Approval of minutes from 5/5/2021 meeting
• Public comment period
• Reports from board members

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board met on June 2, 2021, but lacked a quorum, so no formal decisions were made. The board discussed the Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan, including parking improvements, bike lanes, and e-bike sharing, and continued approval of the May 5 minutes to the next meeting. No votes were taken.

• Continued approval of May 5, 2021 minutes to next meeting (no quorum)
• Discussed Downtown Kingsburg Strategic Plan (no action taken)

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council will receive a COVID-19 update, review the proposed 2021-2022 fiscal year budget, and consider approving a professional services agreement with National Demographics Corporation for census and districting services. The consent calendar includes routine items such as minutes, check register, a street closure, a final map for Tract 6373, and an SB 1 project list resolution.

• Approve professional services agreement with National Demographics Corporation for 2020 Census analysis and districting services
• Introduce 2021-2022 fiscal year budget
• Adopt resolution 2021-031 approving final map for Tract 6373 and accepting streets and easements
• Adopt resolution 2021-032 approving SB 1 project list
• Approve closure of Smith Street for Bella Boots event on 6/25/2021

The Kingsburg City Council approved the consent calendar, including the final map for Tract 6373 (Resolution 2021-031) and the SB 1 Project List (Resolution 2021-032). They also approved a professional services agreement with National Demographics Corporation for redistricting services. The 2021-2022 budget was introduced for discussion, but no final action was taken.

• Approved consent calendar items 5.1-5.3 and 5.5 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-031 for final map of Tract 6373 (unanimous, Mayor North and Council Member Roman absent)
• Approved Resolution 2021-032 for SB 1 Project List (unanimous)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with National Demographics Corporation for redistricting (unanimous)
• Introduced 2021-2022 Fiscal Year Budget (no vote taken)

Community Services Commission

The regular meeting of the Kingsburg Community Services Commission scheduled for May 26, 2021, was cancelled.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee regular meeting scheduled for May 25, 2021, has been canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council will consider proclaiming June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month and flying a donated rainbow flag at City Hall, a proposal sponsored by Council Member Jewel Hurtado. The council will also receive informational updates on COVID-19, the Measure E public safety sales tax budget, and April crime statistics. Several routine items are on the consent calendar, including resolutions for the annual assessment district levy and approval of the check register.

• Proclamation declaring June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month and flying rainbow flag at City Hall (donated)
• Resolution No. 2021-021/022/023: initiate, preliminarily approve, and set hearing for Assessment District No. 93-01 annual levy for FY 2021/22
• Approve updated Community Development Director job description and add part-time Neighborhood Improvement Officer position
• Adopt resolutions (2021-024 through 2021-030) for Kingsburg Chamber of Commerce annual awards
• Ratify check register for April 29 - May 12, 2021

The Kingsburg City Council voted down a proclamation declaring June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month and flying the rainbow flag at City Hall. The motion by Council Member Hurtado died for lack of a second after four hours of public comment, with a large crowd both supporting and opposing the measure. The council also approved the consent calendar, including minutes, check register, assessment district resolutions, and job description updates.

• LGBTQ+ Pride Month proclamation and rainbow flag motion died for want of a second
• Approved consent calendar including May 5, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Ratified check register for April 29–May 12, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-021 initiating assessment district proceedings (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-022 preliminarily approving engineer's report (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-023 declaring intent to levy assessments (unanimous)
• Approved updated Community Development Director job description and new Neighborhood Improvement Officer position (unanimous)
• Adopted resolutions for Chamber of Commerce annual awards (unanimous)

Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board is holding a workshop to discuss the use of funds with BID business owners. The meeting includes public comment and will adjourn to the next meeting on June 2, 2021.

• Funds use discussion with BID business owners
• Public comment period with phone and written options
• Next meeting scheduled for June 2, 2021

Public Safety Committee

The Kingsburg Public Safety Committee is meeting to approve minutes from its February 16, 2021 meeting and receive an update on CPR and First Aid classes. The agenda includes public comments and other business. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the CPR/First Aid class update.

• Approve minutes from February 16, 2021 meeting
• CPR and First Aid Classes Update
• Public comments via phone or written submission

The Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from the February 16, 2021 meeting. They received an update on CPR and First Aid classes, including new equipment, AED installations, and plans to offer public classes. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from February 16, 2021 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Planning Commission

The Kingsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a 14.56-acre truck terminal north of East Kamm Avenue and west of State Route 99. The project also requires annexation, a general plan amendment, and a zoning ordinance amendment. Staff recommends approval subject to conditions, but the commission may adopt, deny, or modify the resolution.

• Conditional use permit for 14.56-acre Khalsa Truck Terminal with 8,800 sq ft office, 15,000 sq ft repair building, two fueling stations, 55 truck stalls
• Annexation of 14.59 acres (Kamm-Bethel Northwest Reorganization) from Fresno County into Kingsburg
• General plan amendment from 'undesignated' to 'highway commercial'
• Zoning ordinance amendment from Fresno County C-6 to Kingsburg CH (highway commercial)
• Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project

The Kingsburg Planning Commission voted unanimously to continue the public hearing for a conditional use permit for a truck terminal north of East Kamm Avenue and west of State Route 99 to the June 10, 2021 meeting. The project also requires general plan and zoning ordinance amendments and annexation of the subject parcel and adjacent parcels. The commission discussed water supply, fire protection, traffic impacts, and highway beautification requirements. No final decision was made on the permit.

• Approved minutes of April 8, 2021 as presented (5-0, Blayney abstained, Brock absent)
• Continued public hearing for truck terminal CUP to June 10, 2021 (6-0)

Public Safety Tax (Measure E) Citizens Oversight Committee

The Citizens Oversight Committee will hear presentations from the Police and Fire Chiefs on the 2020-21 Measure E update and 2021-22 budget planning, then vote to accept the budget plan per Resolution No. 2018-051. The proposed 2021-22 budget totals $2,580,821 in expenditures against $2,144,000 in projected revenue, resulting in a projected net decrease of $436,821 to the fund balance. The committee will also approve minutes from the May 19, 2020 meeting.

• Proposed 2021-22 Measure E budget: $2,144,000 revenue, $2,580,821 expenditures, net decrease of $436,821
• Police proposed spending: $1,598,199, including $1,071,910 for wages/benefits and $395,000 capital outlay
• Fire/EMS proposed spending: $982,622, including $607,087 wages/benefits and $258,000 capital outlay
• Police FY 20/21 spending plan: 3 officers, 1 Police Services Technician, $240k for 3 Ford PI SUVs and 1 pickup truck
• Fire FY 20/21 projects: maintained 3 full-time FF/PM positions, added peak-hour staffing, 507 ambulance calls in 2020

The committee unanimously approved the budget plan for Fiscal Year 2021/22, as required by Resolution No. 2018-051. The police department plans to add 3 officers, 1 sergeant, and 1 lieutenant, plus vehicle equipment, station remodeling, and body/dash cameras. The fire department will maintain 4 Measure E positions and 6 grant-funded positions, replace radios, and upgrade equipment and station facilities.

• Approved minutes from May 19, 2020 (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2021/22 budget plan per Resolution No. 2018-051 (unanimous)

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 5, 2021, at 6 p.m. The agenda includes a COVID-19 update, a presentation on Bethel Avenue/Sierra Street roundabout median alternatives, and a discussion of proposed capital improvement projects for FY2021-2022. The council will also consider consent calendar items, including approving minutes, a check register, and several resolutions.

• COVID-19 update by City Manager Alexander Henderson
• Bethel Avenue / Sierra Street roundabout median alternatives
• Proposed Capital Improvement Projects for FY2021-2022
• Adopt Resolution 2021-018 adjusting Summer Recreation Program Fee
• Approve Koster Extraterritorial Water Service Agreement

The Kingsburg City Council approved the consent calendar, which included adopting resolutions for a Summer Recreation Program fee adjustment, an agreement with MuniServices, and a transportation funding claim, as well as approving a water service agreement. The council also approved a proclamation for National Public Works Week and received informational updates on COVID-19, a roundabout median design, capital improvement projects, and CalPERS. No substantive decisions were made beyond the consent calendar and proclamation.

• Approved agenda as published (unanimous)
• Approved National Public Works Week Proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check register, Resolution 2021-018 (Summer Rec fee), Resolution 2021-019 (MuniServices agreement), Resolution 2021-020 (transportation funding claim), and Koster water service agreement (unanimous)
• Agreed to place LGBTQ+ Pride Month proclamation on a future agenda

Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will discuss the final budget of funds to be presented to the City Council. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and board member reports.

• Discussion of final Budget of Funds to present to City Council
• Approval of minutes from February 4, 2021, and March 3, 2021, meetings

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board unanimously approved a motion to present the budget described in the Management Plan to the City Council. The board also discussed website design and marketing quotes, and decided to hold an open house on May 19 to gather input from business owners. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from 4/7/2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved motion to present final budget to City Council (unanimous)

Community Services Commission

The Community Services Commission will discuss a dog park proposal using Proposition 68 per capita grant funds and review a grant application to the Tri County Health Care District. They will also receive updates on city parks. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Discussion of Proposition 68 per capita grant for dog park improvements
• Review of Tri County Health Care District grant application
• Park updates from Community Services Director
• Approval of March 31, 2021 meeting minutes

The Kingsburg Community Services Commission discussed the Proposition 68 grant for a dog park, reviewing cost estimates for shade structures, sod, fencing, and amenities. They also reviewed two grant applications for the Tri County Health Care District, which were previously approved by the City Council for submission. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the March 31, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of March 31, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed dog park proposal, including cost estimates for shade structures ($3,2087), sod ($26,000), and agility course ($15,000 minimum)
• Reviewed Tri County Health Care District grant applications; funds may go to dog park if denied
• Discussed Senior Center kitchen renovation project estimated at $600,000

Finance Committee

The Kingsburg Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on the proposed Capital Improvement Plan for FY2021-2022, which includes 54 projects totaling about $5.8 million. They will also receive updates on American Rescue Plan Act funding and CalPERS. The committee may take action on these items as deemed appropriate.

• Introduction of proposed Capital Improvement Projects for FY2021-2022, totaling ~$5.8M for 54 projects
• Discussion/update on American Rescue Plan Act funding
• CalPERS discussion
• Approval of minutes from March 30, 2021 meeting
• Public comments allowed via phone or written submission

The Kingsburg Finance Committee held a first review of 54 proposed capital improvement projects totaling $5.8 million for FY2021-2022, with changes expected as final numbers and public input are gathered. They also discussed potential uses of American Rescue Plan Act funds, noting no treasury guidance yet, and reviewed CalPERS costs, including a $3,125,369 waterfall fund balance. No formal decisions were made on these items; the only action taken was approving the March 30, 2021 minutes.

• Approved minutes from March 30, 2021 Finance Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Reviewed 54 proposed capital improvement projects totaling $5.8 million (no action)
• Discussed potential ARPA fund uses, including youth programs and capital projects (no action)
• Reviewed CalPERS costs and waterfall fund balance of $3,125,369 (no action)

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council will consider consent calendar items including awarding a $201,614.90 contract for the Kern Street Parking Lot project, approving final maps for Tract 6151 and Parcel Map 21-01, setting a fee for video public records requests, and adopting a COVID-19 supplemental paid sick leave policy. The regular calendar includes a COVID-19 update, a Tri-County Health Care District grant application discussion, summer recreation program fees, and a police crime statistics report.

• Award Kern Street Parking Lot project to Valley Excavation, Inc. for $201,614.90
• Adopt Resolution 2021-015 approving final map for Tract 6151
• Adopt Resolution 2021-016 setting fee for city video public records requests
• Adopt Resolution 2021-017 approving final map for Parcel Map 21-01
• Approve COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave Policy (SB 95, ARPA)

The Kingsburg City Council approved submitting three grant applications to the Tri-County Health Care District, including a $750,000 cap for the Senior Center kitchen remodel, $366,654 for paramedic staffing, and $1,689,563 for Athwal Park Phase 2. The council also approved a $24 monthly fee increase for the summer recreation program and several consent calendar items, including a $201,614.90 parking lot contract.

• Approved submitting Tri-County Health Care District grant applications (unanimous)
• Approved $750,000 cap for Senior Center kitchen remodel grant application
• Approved $366,654 for Fire Department paramedic staffing grant application
• Approved $1,689,563 for Athwal Park Phase 2 grant application
• Approved $24/month fee increase for summer recreation program (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including $201,614.90 Kern Street Parking Lot contract to Valley Excavation, Inc.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-015 approving final map for Tract 6151
• Adopted Resolution 2021-016 adding fee for City Video Public Records Requests

Planning Commission

The Kingsburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a 14.56-acre truck terminal north of East Kamm Avenue and west of State Route 99. The project also requires general plan and zoning amendments and annexation of the parcel. Staff recommends continuing the hearing to May 13, 2021, to await comments from CalTrans and the City Engineer.

• Conditional use permit for 14.56-acre truck terminal with 8,800 sq ft office, 15,000 sq ft repair building, two fueling stations, 55 truck stalls
• Annexation of 14.59 acres (Kamm-Bethel Northwest Reorganization)
• General plan amendment from 'undesignated' to 'highway commercial'
• Zoning amendment from Fresno County C-6 to Kingsburg CH (highway commercial)
• Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project

The Kingsburg Planning Commission voted unanimously to continue the public hearing for a conditional use permit for a truck terminal north of East Kamm Avenue and west of State Route 99 to the May 13, 2021 meeting. The continuance was recommended by staff because the environmental document had not circulated for the full 21 days. No other substantive decisions were made; the commission also approved the March 11 meeting minutes and adjourned.

• Approved the minutes of the March 11, 2021 meeting as presented.
• Continued the public hearing for the truck terminal conditional use permit to May 13, 2021.

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 7, 2021, to discuss and possibly act on a Planned Unit Development (PUD 2020-01) for 35 multi-family dwellings, receive updates on COVID-19 and related leave policies, and consider routine consent items including worker's compensation resolutions and approval of minutes and bills.

• PUD 2020-01: 35 multi-family dwellings (Sohal)
• Resolution 2021-012: Worker's comp coverage for peace officers out of state
• Resolution 2021-013: Worker's comp coverage for non-safety volunteers
• Check register approval for March 11-31, 2021
• Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board Business of Excellence Award to Cencal CNC Inc.

The City Council voted unanimously to affirm the Planning Commission's denial of Planned Unit Development 2020-01, which proposed 35 multi-family dwellings. The decision was based on the project not meeting zoning requirements. The council also approved the consent calendar, including resolutions on worker's compensation coverage, and directed staff to draft a COVID-19 leave policy.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-014 affirming Planning Commission's denial of PUD 2020-01 (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check register, and resolutions 2021-012 and 2021-013 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft a COVID-19 leave policy covering new state mandates

Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from February and March 2021, discuss the budget of funds to present to the City Council, and hear reports from board members. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the budget discussion.

• Approve minutes from 2/4/2021 and 3/3/2021 meetings
• Budget of Funds discussion to present to City Council
• Public comment via phone or written submission

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board approved the minutes from its February 4 and March 3, 2021 meetings. The board discussed a budget proposal for marketing, favoring flexible wording and social media focus, but took no formal action. It also discussed outreach, parking, and a potential photographer for a business directory.

• Approved minutes from the 2/4/2021 and 3/3/2021 meetings by unanimous voice vote.
• Discussed budget for marketing, leaning toward flexible wording and social media, but no formal action taken.
• Discussed creating contact cards for business owners and a BID map for outreach.
• Discussed hiring a photographer for a business directory, with a proposal requested.
• Discussed using TOT funds for trolley utilization, but no action taken.

Community Services Commission

The Kingsburg Community Services Commission will discuss the Proposition 68 grant per capita funds and Round 4 applications, as well as project proposals for the Tri County Health Care District grant. The meeting is held via teleconference due to the COVID-19 executive order, with public comments accepted by phone or written submission.

• Discussion of Proposition 68 Grant Per Capita & Round 4
• Tri County Health Care District Grant proposals: Athwal Phase 2, Senior Center Kitchen, Bicycle Playground
• Approval of February 24, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comments on agenda items

The Community Services Commission approved the minutes of the February 24, 2021 meeting. They discussed how to spend a roughly $186,000 per capita Proposition 68 grant, with possible uses including a BMX track at Athwal Park or improvements to the Dog Park. They also discussed project proposals for a Tri County Health Care District grant application, prioritizing Athwal Park Phase 2. No formal action was taken on these grant discussions.

• Approved the minutes of the February 24, 2021 meeting as presented.
• Discussed spending the $186,000 per capita grant on park amenities, including a possible BMX track at Athwal Park or dog park improvements.
• Formed a committee of Commissioners Weston Johnson and Warkentine to discuss specific dog park items.
• Discussed prioritizing Athwal Park Phase 2 for the Tri County Health Care District grant application.

Finance Committee

The Kingsburg Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on a solid waste rate study proposal, which is part of the Prop 218 process to consider raising rates for disposal and street sweeping. The committee will review cost estimates from consulting firms and may recommend selecting one to proceed. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the February 4, 2021 meeting.

• Discussion of solid waste rate study proposals from R3 Consulting ($46,000), Willdan ($20-35K), and Provost and Pritchard ($5-15K)
• Prop 218 process for potential rate increases for disposal and street sweeping
• Approval of minutes from February 4, 2021 Finance Committee meeting

The committee discussed a solid waste rate study to address expenses exceeding revenues and directed staff to obtain a written quote from Provost & Pritchard, compare it with other estimates, and bring a recommendation to the City Council. R3 was eliminated from consideration. The minutes from the February 4, 2021 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes from February 4, 2021 Finance Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Eliminated R3 from solid waste rate study consideration
• Directed staff to obtain written quote from Provost & Pritchard and compare estimates
• Directed staff to move forward with recommendation to City Council on rate study firm

Planning Commission

The Kingsburg Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a parcel map to divide 1.28 acres into two parcels at Kamm and 18th Avenue, and a continued hearing for a planned unit development with 35 multi-family units on the west side of 10th/Academy Avenue. The commission will vote on the parcel map and consider the PUD, which may be denied due to non-compliance with zoning requirements.

• Parcel map PM-2021-01 to divide 1.28 acres into two parcels (Parcel A: 25,806 sq ft; Parcel B: 10,020 sq ft) at northeast corner of Kamm and 18th Avenue, applicant West Star Construction
• Continued public hearing for PUD-2020-01, a 35-unit multi-family project on west side of 10th/Academy Avenue, applicant Sohal, Inc.
• Staff recommends denying PUD due to revised site plan including three new single-family lots not in original application
• Parcel map is categorically exempt under CEQA

The Kingsburg Planning Commission approved a parcel map (PM-2021-01) dividing 1.28 acres into two parcels for West Star Construction. It then denied the application for PUD-2020-01, a 35-unit multi-family project by Sohal, Inc., because the project did not meet the required square footage for a Planned Unit Development. The denial passed 4-2, with Commissioners Valdez and Kruper voting no.

• Approved resolution 2021-01 approving parcel map PM-2021-01 to divide 1.28 acres into two parcels (6-0).
• Denied PUD-2020-01 for a 35-unit multi-family project and growth allocation, citing failure to meet required square footage for a PUD (4-2).

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council will receive a COVID-19 update from the city manager and Fresno County health director, hear a presentation on organics recycling, discuss a hospital district grant policy, and consider street closures for two community events. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving minutes, paying bills, declaring surplus vehicles, and updating a job description.

• COVID-19 update with Fresno County Department of Health Director David Pomaville
• Mid Valley Disposal SB 1383 organics presentation (informational)
• Kingsburg Tri-County Hospital District grant policy and application discussion
• Requested closure of Smith Street for Bella Boots event on 4/9/2021
• Requested closure of Ellis Street for Jonny Needs a Lift event on 4/24/2021

The Kingsburg City Council approved street closures for the Bella Boots event on April 9 and the Jonny Needs a Lift fundraiser on April 24, both by unanimous voice vote. The council also approved the consent calendar, including surplus vehicle declarations and a job description update. No action was taken on COVID-19 updates or the organics recycling presentation, which were informational only.

• Approved street closure for Bella Boots event on 4/9/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved street closure for Jonny Needs a Lift event on 4/24/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check register, surplus resolution, and job description (unanimous)

Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will discuss how to use fees and review reports from board members. The meeting is held via teleconference due to the COVID-19 executive order, with public comment by phone or written submission. The agenda includes public comment, discussion on fee use and reports, and other business.

• Discussion on how to use fees and reports from board members
• Public comment via phone (1-425-436-6335, passcode 5290024) or written submission by email
• Meeting held via teleconference per Executive Order N-29-20
• Board will consider marketing, social media, and outreach strategies for downtown businesses

The Board discussed how to use fees for marketing, including social media and website assistance quotes, but made no formal decisions. They considered highlighting businesses, promoting holiday hours, and using fees for trolley rentals. No votes were taken; the meeting was informational.

• No formal decisions were made; the Board only discussed marketing options and ideas.

Community Services Commission

The Community Services Commission unanimously appointed Commissioner Chambless as chairperson and Commissioner Brown as vice chairperson. The commission approved the October 28, 2020 meeting minutes as presented. They discussed reapplying for Proposition 68 grants for four parks and plan to use a $185,000 noncompetitive grant for Dog Park improvements. No final decisions were made on the grant applications or dog park improvements.

• Appointed Commissioner Chambless as chairperson (unanimous).
• Appointed Commissioner Brown as vice chairperson (unanimous).
• Approved the October 28, 2020 meeting minutes as presented (unanimous).

Finance Committee

This agenda is a notice of cancellation for the Kingsburg Finance Committee regular meeting scheduled for February 23, 2021. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council will consider approving a 5-year contract extension with Central Valley Sweeping, along with several budget amendments and routine consent items. The agenda also includes updates on COVID-19, January crime statistics, and a discussion on 2020 Census redistricting requirements. The meeting will be held via teleconference with the council chamber closed to the public.

• 5-year contract extension with rate lock with Central Valley Sweeping
• Adopt Resolutions 2021-003 through 2021-009 approving budget amendments
• Ratify check register for January 28 – February 10, 2021
• COVID-19 update and possible action
• Crime statistics report for January 2021

The Kingsburg City Council approved the consent calendar, including budget amendments (Resolutions 2021-003 through 2021-009) and a 5-year contract extension with Central Valley Sweeping. The meeting also included informational updates on COVID-19 vaccination planning, crime statistics, and census redistricting, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as published (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check register, budget amendments, and street sweeping contract (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolutions 2021-003 through 2021-009 for budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year contract extension with Central Valley Sweeping (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The Kingsburg Public Safety Committee is meeting via teleconference to approve minutes from the December 7, 2020 meeting and receive an update on crosswalk improvements. The agenda also includes public comments and other business. The meeting is held under executive order due to COVID-19, with the council chamber closed to the public.

• Approve minutes from December 7, 2020 meeting
• Crosswalk update: striping completed at Roosevelt School, Reagan-Stroud and 10th, and Kern and 6th
• Public comments via phone or written submission

The Kingsburg Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from the December 7, 2020 meeting by unanimous voice vote. The committee discussed updates on painted crosswalks and plans for CPR and First Aid certification classes, with the City Clerk to gather details from Fire Chief Perkins. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved December 7, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Kingsburg Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing to review a Planned Unit Development (PUD-2020-01) and a growth allocation request for 35 multi-family units on the west side of 10th/Academy Avenue, submitted by Sohal, Inc. The commission may decide on the environmental document and adopt, deny, or modify the resolution. The project has been revised to address previous concerns about circulation, open space, and design.

• Continued public hearing for PUD-2020-01, a 35-unit multi-family project by Sohal, Inc.
• Growth allocation request for 35 multi-family units under Kingsburg's Growth Management System
• Project located on west side of 10th/Academy Avenue
• Possible actions include decisions on environmental document and resolution adoption
• Welcome new commissioner Craig Ruch and elect Vice Chairperson

The Kingsburg Planning Commission continued the public hearing for the proposed 35-unit multi-family planned unit development (PUD-2020-01) on the west side of 10th/Academy Avenue to March 11, 2021. A motion to reject the plan failed on a 3-3 tie with one abstention. The commission instructed the applicant to incorporate required elements, including meeting the 5,500 sq ft per unit density requirement, within 30 days or request a further continuation.

• Approved minutes of January 14, 2021 meeting (7-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Blayney as Vice Chairperson (7-0)
• Motion to reject PUD plan failed (3-3, Ruch abstained)
• Continued PUD-2020-01 public hearing to March 11, 2021 (4-3)

Finance Committee

The Kingsburg Finance Committee will review and possibly recommend 20 mid-year budget amendments for the 2020-2021 fiscal year, covering adjustments across the General Fund, Special Revenue Fund, Enterprise Fund, Measure E Fund, and Community Facilities District. The committee will also discuss solid waste and street sweeping fees under Proposition 218. The meeting is held via teleconference due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approve minutes from October 27, 2020 meeting
• 20 budget amendments including $550,000 for new ambulance and equipment (funded by Tri-County Health Care District grant)
• $197,000 for COVID-19 small business grants
• $277,696.85 for Marion St. cape seal (Local Transportation Fund)
• Discussion of Solid Waste and Street Sweeping Proposition 218

The Kingsburg Finance Committee unanimously recommended 2020-2021 mid-year budget amendments to the City Council, covering 20 mostly COVID-related line items across several funds. The committee also voted to move forward with researching a Proposition 218 rate increase for solid waste and street sweeping, and recommended a 5-year rate lock with the current street sweeping company.

• Approved minutes from October 27, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended 2020-21 mid-year budget amendments to City Council (unanimous)
• Moved forward with researching Solid Waste and Street Sweeping Proposition 218 (unanimous)
• Recommended 5-year rate lock contract with current street sweeping company (unanimous)

Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board is meeting to appoint a Chair and Vice Chair, review governing documents and fees collected, and discuss how to use those fees. The meeting is being held via teleconference due to the COVID-19 executive order, with the council chamber closed to the public. Public comments can be made by phone or submitted in writing before the meeting.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of governing documents and fees collected
• Discussion on how to use fees
• Public comment period

The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board elected Leslie Carpenter as chair and Steve Safarjian as vice chair. The board discussed using fees for marketing, including social media, and tasked Member Gierke with finding a social media company. No formal decisions were made on fee use.

• Elected Leslie Carpenter as chair by anonymous roll call vote
• Elected Steve Safarjian as vice chair (4-0, with 3 abstentions)
• Tasked Member Gierke to find a social media company

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council will hold a public hearing to consider constructing a roundabout at the intersection of Bethel and Sierra Streets and annexing approximately 14,851 square feet of land into the city. The council will also receive updates on COVID-19 and its economic impact, and will enter closed session for labor negotiations and a property transaction.

• Public hearing on roundabout construction and annexation at Bethel and Sierra Streets
• Resolution No. 2021-001 to initiate annexation and detachment from Kings River Conservation District, Fresno County Fire Protection District, and Consolidated Irrigation District
• Resolution No. 2021-002 approving a Negative Declaration for the roundabout and annexation
• COVID-19 update and economic impact staff reports by City Manager Alexander Henderson
• Closed session: labor negotiations with Kingsburg Police Officer Association and real property negotiation for 14028 S. Madsen

The Kingsburg City Council unanimously adopted two resolutions to initiate annexation of about 14,851 square feet at Bethel and Sierra Streets and approve a Negative Declaration for constructing a roundabout, funded by a Highway Safety Grant. The council also approved the consent calendar and later, in closed session, approved paying $125,000 for property to improve the Madsen Bike Path.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-001 initiating annexation of land at Bethel and Sierra Streets (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-002 approving Negative Declaration for roundabout construction (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes and check register (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as published (unanimous)
• Approved $125,000 payment for Madsen Bike Path property purchase (closed session)

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council, Planning Commission, and Bid Advisory Board held a joint Brown Act workshop via teleconference. City Attorney Michael Noland presented on Brown Act laws and conflicts of interest. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 6:30pm.

• Held Brown Act and conflict-of-interest training (no vote)
• Adjourned workshop at 6:30pm

Planning Commission

The Kingsburg City Council, Planning Commission, and Bid Advisory Board held a joint Brown Act workshop via teleconference on January 27, 2021. City Attorney Michael Noland presented training on Brown Act laws and conflicts of interest. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 6:30pm.

• Held Brown Act and conflict of interest training (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned workshop at 6:30pm

Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Kingsburg City Council, Planning Commission, and BID Advisory Board held a joint workshop via teleconference, with no public comments. City Attorney Michael Noland presented training on Brown Act laws and conflicts of interest. No substantive decisions were made; the workshop was procedural only.

• Received Brown Act and conflict-of-interest training from City Attorney Michael Noland

City Council

The Kingsburg City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar covering routine items like minutes, check registers, wage schedules, and appointments. The regular calendar includes updates on the police camera project, December crime statistics, COVID-19 response, updated leave policies, council appointments, and a rezone project. The meeting will be held via teleconference due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Police Camera Project Update
• Crime Statistics Report for December 2020
• COVID-19 staff report
• Updated Leave Policies Due to COVID
• Reed Rezone Kingsburg Project – Tulare County

The Kingsburg City Council approved the consent calendar, which included minutes, check register, wage schedules, budget schedule, and several appointments to commissions and committees. The council also received updates on the police camera project, crime statistics, COVID-19 policies, and other items, but no substantive decisions were made on those items.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check register, wage schedules, budget schedule, and appointments (unanimous)
• Accepted Mayor North's appointment of Kelly Matsuoka to Community Service Commission (term to Nov 2024)
• Accepted Mayor North's appointment of Cathleen Lawler to Community Service Commission (term to Nov 2024)
• Accepted Mayor North's appointment of Seth Brown to Community Service Commission (term to Nov 2024)
• Accepted Mayor North's appointment of Alan Roberts to Public Safety Committee (term to Nov 2024)
• Accepted Mayor North's appointment of Craig Ruch to Planning Commission (term to Nov 2024)

Planning Commission

The Kingsburg Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing to review a Planned Unit Development (PUD-2020-01) and growth allocation request for a 35-unit multi-family project on the west side of 10th/Academy Avenue, submitted by Sohal, Inc. The commission may approve, deny, or modify the project, which has drawn public concerns about crime, parking, traffic, and design. Staff recommends approval, citing consistency with the General Plan, zoning, and growth ordinances.

• PUD-2020-01 for 35 multi-family units on west side of 10th/Academy Avenue
• Growth allocation request for 35 units under Measure N (63-unit reserve)
• Project site zoned RM-5.5, permits up to 38 units
• CEQA categorical exemption as residential infill
• Design modifications: 22-ft roads, red curbs, alley connection, central park

The Kingsburg Planning Commission approved a resolution recommending the City Council approve a growth allocation of 35 multi-family units and a Planned Unit Development (PUD) for a 35-unit apartment project on the west side of 10th/Academy Avenue, applicant Sohal Inc. The decision followed a continued public hearing and addresses concerns about design, parking, and open space. The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for final approval.

• Approved Resolution 2021-01 recommending allocation of 35 multi-family units to Sohal Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-02 approving PUD 2020-01 for 35-unit apartment project (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 12, 2020 meeting as corrected (unanimous)

City Council

This is a notice of cancellation for the January 6, 2021 City Council meeting. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2021. The agenda contains no substantive items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for January 6, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for January 20, 2021 at 6pm