Kingsburg public meetings in 2025
79 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Community Services Commission
The scheduled regular meeting of the Kingsburg Community Services Commission on December 24, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. No decisions or proposals were made at this meeting.
Finance Committee
The Kingsburg Finance Committee meeting scheduled for December 22, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The cancellation notice was posted at City Hall at least 72 hours before the meeting as required.
City Council
The Kingsburg City Council meeting scheduled for December 17, 2025 was cancelled. The notice was posted at City Hall at least 72 hours in advance. The next council meeting is set for January 7, 2026 at 6 p.m.
Planning Commission
The Kingsburg Planning Commission will hold an open public hearing on the City’s General Plan Update and General Plan Amendment No. 2025‑02, followed by a presentation by Community Development Director Holly Owen and commission discussion. Commissioners may adopt Resolution No. 2025‑07, which would recommend that the City Council find the amendment consistent with the existing General Plan and approve it. The meeting also includes approval of the minutes from the November 13, 2025 Planning Commission meeting.
- Approval of Planning Commission minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting
- Open public hearing on the City of Kingsburg General Plan Update and General Plan Amendment No. 2025‑02
- Staff report and presentation by Community Development Director Holly Owen
- Consideration of Resolution No. 2025‑07 recommending City Council find the amendment consistent with the General Plan and approve it
The commission could not approve the minutes from the 11/13/2025 meeting because a quorum was not present. The consideration of the General Plan amendment was also postponed and will be rescheduled for January 8. The meeting was adjourned at 6:12 pm.
City Council
The council will approve routine items such as minutes, bill payments and the 2026 master calendar, and will appoint six members to the Downtown Business Improvement District board. It will adopt findings on building code modifications and waive the first reading of a major municipal code amendment. The council will hold public hearings to award 88 housing unit allocations to San Joaquin Valley Homes and to consider a planned unit development for 44 single‑family lots. A late claim application will be denied and the December 17 meeting was cancelled.
- Appointment of Leslie Carpenter, Amanda Carrasco, Steve Safarjian, Michele Buckner, Teresa Nino, Julianne Williams, and Penny Kyle to the Downtown Business Improvement District board (terms expire November 2026)
- Adopt Resolution 2025-068 approving express findings that building code and fire code changes are needed due to local conditions
- Waive first reading of Ordinance 2025-06 amending Title 15 of the Municipal Code and adopting California Code of Regulations Title 24, 2025 edition
- Public hearing to award 88 housing unit allocations to San Joaquin Valley Homes (Resolution 2025-065)
- Public hearing to approve Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and PUD for 44 single‑family residential lots (Resolutions 2025-066 and 2025-067)
The Kingsburg City Council approved the consent calendar, including the November 19, 2025 minutes, bill payments for Nov. 11‑24, 2025, and the 2026 master calendar. It denied a late‑claim application, accepted seven appointments to the Downtown Business Improvement District Board, adopted a resolution on building and fire code modifications, and advanced an ordinance to adopt California Code of Regulations Title 24.
- Approved November 19, 2025 council minutes (item 1)
- Approved payment of bills for Nov. 11‑24, 2025 (item 2)
- Approved 2026 master calendar for council and committees (item 3)
- Denied application for leave to present a late claim (item 4)
- Accepted appointments of Leslie Carpenter, Amanda Carrasco, Steve Safarjian, Michele Buckner, Teresa Nino, Julianne Williams, and Penny Kyle to the Downtown Business Improvement District Board (items 5‑11)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-068 approving express findings on building and fire code modifications (item 12)
- Waived first reading and introduced Ordinance 2025-06 amending Title 15 of the municipal code and adopting California Code of Regulations Title 24, 2025 edition (item 13)
Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board
The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to consider actions regarding downtown Santa expenses and a Swedish phone booth. The board will also review current revenue and expenditure information.
- Possible action on Downtown Santa Expense
- Possible action on Swedish Phone Booth
- Review of current revenue and expenditure information
The Advisory Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved splitting the $300 cost of the Downtown Santa program with the Chamber of Commerce. No other actions were decided.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved $300 cost split for Downtown Santa with Chamber (unanimous voice vote)
Community Services Commission
The regular meeting scheduled for November 26, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.
Finance Committee
The Kingsburg Finance Committee meeting scheduled for November 24, 2025 at 5:00 pm was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision. The cancellation notice was posted at City Hall front entrance at least 72 hours before the meeting, as certified by City Clerk Abigail Palsgaard.
City Council
The council will consider routine items on the consent calendar and adopt Ordinance 2025‑06 adding election rules for the Downtown Business Improvement District. It will also vote on a one‑time $10,000 donation to the Kingsburg Community Assistance Program to address needs from the federal shutdown.
- Approve the consent calendar routine items
- Waive second reading and adopt Ordinance 2025‑06 for Downtown Business Improvement District elections
- Authorize a one‑time $10,000 donation to KCAPS for November
- Discuss Measure E Renewal ballot language (staff report)
- Approve City Council minutes and ratify payment of bills for Oct 28‑Nov 10, 2025
The council approved its agenda and the consent calendar by unanimous voice votes. It approved the November 5, 2025 meeting minutes, ratified payment of bills for Oct. 28–Nov. 10, 2025, and adopted Ordinance 2025-06 adding Chapter 5.42.100 to the municipal code. The council also unanimously approved Measure E renewal language, extending the public safety tax and raising $2.6 million annually.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved consent calendar items (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved minutes from November 5, 2025
- Ratified payment of bills for Oct. 28–Nov. 10, 2025
- Adopted Ordinance 2025-06 adding Chapter 5.42.100 to the code
- Approved Measure E renewal option 2, extending public safety tax (unanimous voice vote)
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss the use of funds and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda does not list any other specific decisions or presentations.
- Discussion on the use of funds
- Approval of minutes from the 8/12/2025 meeting
The Public Safety Committee approved its meeting agenda by unanimous voice vote. It also approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 Public Safety Committee meeting, again by unanimous voice vote. No other formal actions or votes were taken.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved minutes for 8/12/2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approving the Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for a Planned Unit Development (PUD 2025-01) on 15.03 acres. It will also consider adopting Resolution 2025-04 to approve the PUD and Resolution 2025-05 to approve Tentative Subdivision Tract Map No. 6499, creating 44 single‑family residential lots between Kamm and Klepper Avenues. Additionally, the commission will discuss awarding competitive housing unit allocations for 2026 under Resolution 2025-06. The agenda also includes approval of the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Approve Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for the PUD
- Adopt Resolution 2025-04 to approve Planned Unit Development (PUD 2025-01)
- Adopt Resolution 2025-05 to approve Tentative Subdivision Tract Map No. 6499 (44 lots)
- Consider Resolution 2025-06 recommending award of housing unit allocations for 2026
- Approve minutes from the September 11, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. It also unanimously adopted Planned Unit Development 2025-04 and Tentative Subdivision Tract Map No. 6499. A motion to recommend that the City Council approve the housing allocation as not subject to CEQA passed 5‑1. The commission then adopted a recommendation for the City Council to award 88 housing units for 2026, which passed 4‑1.
- Approve agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approve 9/11/2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approve Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Program for PUD (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopt Resolution 2025-04, adopting Planned Unit Development (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopt Resolution 2025-05, approving Tentative Subdivision Tract Map No. 6499 (unanimous voice vote)
- Recommend CEQA determination that housing allocation is not a CEQA project (5‑1 vote)
- Adopt Resolution 2025-06 recommending City Council award 88 housing units for 2026 (4‑1 vote)
- Motion to recommend 88 housing units died for lack of a second
Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board
The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will consider the proposal to rent the Dala Trolley on Saturdays during the holiday season. The City Clerk’s Office is sponsoring the item and recommends approval. The board will vote on whether to adopt the recommendation.
- Renting the Dala Trolley on Saturdays for the holidays – sponsor: City Clerk’s Office, recommendation: approve
The advisory board unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also approved renting the Dala Trolley on Saturdays at 10 am‑2 pm for the holiday dates 11/29, 12/6, 12/13, and 12/20. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved renting Dala Trolley Saturdays 11/29, 12/6, 12/13, 12/20 (unanimous voice vote)
City Council
The Kingsburg City Council will consider routine consent‑calendar items, approve prior meeting minutes and bill payments, and vote on several ordinances and resolutions. Key actions include adopting Ordinance 2025‑04 to update property maintenance and pool standards, adopting Ordinance 2025‑05 for reasonable accommodation in land‑use regulations, and approving a street closure for a church Christmas event. The council will also approve an agreement with Townsend Public Affairs and adopt a parcel‑map resolution.
- Adopt Ordinance 2025‑04 amending Chapters 15.07 & 15.08 to adopt the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code and 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
- Adopt Ordinance 2025‑05 adding Chapter 17.98 to provide reasonable accommodation in land‑use, zoning, and building regulations
- Approve closure of Washington Street between Draper Street and Sierra Street for Kingsburg First Baptist Church’s Community Christmas event (Dec 4‑15, 2025)
- Approve the agreement with Townsend Public Affairs (as presented by the City Manager’s Office)
- Adopt Resolution 2025‑064 approving the Final Map for Parcel Map 2024‑01 and authorizing execution of the Parcel Map Agreement
The council authorized a one‑time $10,000 donation to the Kingsburg Community Assistance Program & Services to address increased food needs during the federal shutdown. It also adopted two ordinances updating property maintenance, pool, and disability accommodation codes, approved a temporary street closure for a church event, accepted the appointment of Sherman Dix to the Planning Commission, and adopted the final parcel map resolution. All actions passed by unanimous voice vote.
- Approved $10,000 donation to KCAPS (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Ordinance 2025-04 amending property maintenance and pool codes (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Ordinance 2025-05 adding disability accommodation chapter to the code (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved closure of Washington Street for church event Dec 4‑15, 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
- Accepted appointment of Sherman Dix to Planning Commission (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved agreement with Townsend Public Affairs (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-064 approving final parcel map (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved City Council minutes from Oct 15, 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board
The Kingsburg Downtown BID Advisory Board reviewed minutes from the previous meeting and then considered several items. Members discussed district improvement ideas, including an electricity quote for two new Christmas‑tree corners and refurbishment of downtown shields. A Swedish phone‑booth project was presented with cost estimates totaling about $5,000. The board also approved a change to two‑year staggered terms for the Dala Dollars program.
- District Improvements – electricity quote for two new corners for Christmas trees (cost not specified in minutes)
- Swedish Phone Booth – estimated costs $500, $600, $500; approximate total $5,000 or less
- Dala Dollars – board approved 2‑year staggered terms for the program
- Holiday Kickoff – discussion of promoting Dala Dollars and a cost‑share proposal for a digital sign
- Website Update – agenda item listed for possible action
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the Oct. 7 meeting by unanimous voice votes. It agreed to decorate the downtown Christmas trees on Nov 16 at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall, with three members volunteering to help. The board also approved a request for Member Williams to assist Member Carrasco with website beautification and agreed to forward the Dala Dollars program to the BID for support.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Oct. 7 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Agreed to decorate Christmas trees on Nov 16 at 10 a.m., City Hall (volunteers assigned)
- Board will step back and support existing group fixing building shields (no action taken)
- Forward Dala Dollars program to BID for support (decision to push out)
- Member Williams agreed to assist Member Carrasco with website beautification
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee agenda for Monday, October 27, 2025 contains only a notice of cancellation and a certification that the agenda was posted as required. No items are listed for discussion or decision at this meeting.
Community Services Commission
The Commission will receive informational updates on the Parks Master Plan, a dog park fencing project, and the Kings Estates Phase V inclusive playground. The body will also discuss the upcoming Trunk or Treat special event.
- Kingsburg Parks Master Plan Update
- Dog Park Additional Fence Project Update
- Kings Estates Phase V Inclusive Playground Update (quote provided for $287,386.68)
- Trunk or Treat special event discussion
- Approval of September 24, 2025 meeting minutes
The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the September 24, 2025 meeting. Updates were given on the Parks Master Plan, the dog park fence project, the Kings Estates V inclusive playground design, and the upcoming Trunk or Treat event. No other actions were taken.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved 9/24/2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
City Council
The Kingsburg City Council will consider adopting updated building codes and a new ordinance for reasonable accommodation in land use regulations. The meeting also includes approving a street closure for a high school event and awarding a construction contract.
- Adopt updated property maintenance and pool/spa codes
- Adopt new ordinance for reasonable accommodation in zoning
- Approve Draper Street closure for high school pep rally
- Award $459,758 construction contract for alley improvements
- Public hearing on General Plan Amendment No. 2025-01
The Kingsburg City Council adopted the consent calendar, approving the September 17 minutes, bill payments for September 9–October 6, and waiving the first reading of two ordinances to a second reading. It approved the temporary closure of Draper Street for a high‑school pep rally, the updated three‑year GovPilot contract, and the FY2025 budget amendments. The Council also authorized a $49,210 contract with DTA to update the development impact fee nexus study and adopted a resolution recommending the General Plan Amendment No. 2025‑01.
- Approved September 17, 2025 council minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved payment of bills for Sep 9–Oct 6, 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
- Waived first reading of Ordinance 2025‑04 (property maintenance) to second reading (unanimous voice vote)
- Waived first reading of Ordinance 2025‑05 (reasonable accommodation) to second reading (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved closure of Draper Street for Pep‑Rally on Oct 31, 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved updated three‑year GovPilot contract (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted budget amendments (Res 2025‑047 to 2025‑060) (vote not recorded)
- Authorized City Manager to contract DTA for impact‑fee nexus study, not to exceed $49,210 (unanimous voice vote)
Planning Commission
The Kingsburg Planning Commission will consider two agenda items. First, commissioners will vote to approve the minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting. Second, the commission will receive an informational overview of objective standards presented by the Community Development Director. Public comment will be allowed on any agenda item.
- Approve Planning Commission minutes from 09/11/2025
- Overview of Objective Standards (informational presentation)
- Public comment period for agenda items
The Planning Commission could not approve the minutes from the 9/11/2025 meeting because no motion was made due to lack of quorum. No other actions were taken; the session included a presentation on multifamily objective design standards and a discussion of future agenda items. The meeting was adjourned at 6:39 p.m.
Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board
The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will approve the minutes from the 8/5/2025 meeting. It will consider a holiday kickoff event and district improvement plans. It will decide whether to renew the Dala Dollars program, setting a $22 cost, making it BID‑exclusive, and establishing minimum certificate amounts of $15 or $20 with no expiration.
- Approve minutes from the 8/5/2025 meeting
- Holiday Kickoff – possible action
- District Improvements – possible action
- Dala Dollars Discussion – renewal at $22, BID‑exclusive, minimum $15‑$20, no expiration
The advisory board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting. It also approved a quote from the Kingsburg Media Foundation to add electricity to two new corners for Christmas trees. Additionally, the board adopted a two‑year staggered term structure for the Dala Dollars program. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote of the members present.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved minutes from 8/5/2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved quote to add electricity to two new Christmas‑tree corners (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved 2‑year staggered terms for Dala Dollars (unanimous voice vote)
Finance Committee
The Kingsburg Finance Committee will review 92 proposed budget amendments for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, including adjustments for police salaries, a new fire engine, and various capital projects. The committee will recommend necessary changes to the City Council.
- Approve minutes from August 25, 2025 meeting
- Review 92 budget amendments (46 expenditures, 46 revenues)
- Police overtime amendment: $43,054 increase
- Fire engine transfer: $200,000 increase
- Measure E (Fire) salaries amendment: $43,352 increase
The committee approved the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting. It unanimously recommended that the City Council adopt the 2024‑2025 end‑year budget amendment. It also unanimously recommended that the Council approve an agreement with DTA to conduct a development impact‑fee nexus study.
- Approved August 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Recommended 2024‑2025 end‑year budget amendment to Council (unanimous voice vote)
- Recommended Council approve agreement with DTA for development impact‑fee nexus study (unanimous voice vote)
City Council
The regular City Council meeting scheduled for October 1, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2025, at 6pm.
Community Services Commission
The Community Services Commission will receive an informational update on the Kingsburg Parks Master Plan, presented by Community Services Director Adam Castaneda. No decisions or actions are scheduled for this item; it is for discussion only. The meeting otherwise follows standard procedures with public comment and routine agenda items.
- Kingsburg Parks Master Plan Update – informational presentation by Community Services Director Adam Castaneda
The commission met on Sep 24, 2025, heard a Parks Master Plan update from Director Adam Castaneda and a workshop led by Associate Professor Bradon Taylor. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 6:08 pm.
City Council
The City Council will discuss a health care grant for the Senior Center and receive a revenue collection report for fiscal year 2024-25. The body will also consider a board appointment for the Downtown Business Improvement District.
- Kingsburg Health Care Grant for the Senior Center
- FY 24-25 Revenue Collection Report
- Appointment of Steve Safarjian to the Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Board
- Payment of bills for the period August 26, 2025, through September 8, 2025
- Closed session regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation
The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and all items on the consent calendar, including the September 3 minutes, payment of recent bills, and the appointment of Steve Safarjian to the Downtown Business Improvement District board. They also approved a $55,000 contract to fund hot lunches at the senior center under the Kingsburg Health Care Grant. No other actions were taken; other reports were informational.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved September 3, 2025 council minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved payment of bills for Aug 26–Sep 8, 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved appointment of Steve Safarjian to Downtown BID Board (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved $55,000 senior center hot meal grant contract (unanimous voice vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss an update to the City's Housing Element. The body may recommend that the City Council adopt General Plan Amendment No. 2025-01 to revise the sites inventory for housing compliance.
- Public hearing on Housing Element Update
- Possible adoption of Resolution No. 2025-03 recommending General Plan Amendment No. 2025-01
- Proposed removal of 3 sites and addition of 13 new sites to the housing sites inventory
- Approval of Planning Commission minutes from July 10, 2025
The commission approved the meeting agenda by unanimous voice vote. A motion to approve the July 10, 2025 minutes was made, but the record does not state the vote outcome. Commissioners discussed updates to the city’s Housing Element. The commission then adopted Resolution 2025‑02 recommending a General Plan amendment, also by unanimous voice vote.
- Approve agenda – unanimous voice vote
- Motion to approve July 10, 2025 minutes was made (outcome not recorded)
- Adopt Resolution 2025‑02 recommending General Plan amendment – unanimous voice vote
City Council
The Kingsburg City Council will meet to approve routine items, discuss Measure E marketing, and consider a highway commercial sign lease agreement for the Kingsburg Business Park. The meeting includes public comment and a consent calendar with standard approvals.
- Approve minutes from August 20, 2025 meeting
- Ratify payment of bills from August 12–25, 2025
- Adopt resolution No. 2025-046 for Tract 6480 street dedications
- Approve closure of Smith Street for Costume Carnival event on October 26, 2025
- Discuss Measure E marketing and Kingsburg Business Park Highway Commercial Sign Lease Agreement
The council unanimously approved the agenda and all items on the consent calendar, including minutes, bill payments, a final map for Tract 6480, a street closure for a costume carnival, and new police job descriptions. It also unanimously approved Oat & Oak’s proposal to renew and extend Measure E marketing. Finally, the council authorized a three‑year lease of the Business Park sign to Weststar Construction and the accompanying budget amendment.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved City Council minutes from Aug 20 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved payment of bills for Aug 12‑25 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted resolution 2025‑046 approving final map for Tract 6480 (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved closure of Smith Street for Costume Carnival on Oct 26 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved police department job descriptions (Chief, Lieutenant, Sergeant, Officer) (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Oat & Oak proposal for Measure E renewal/extension marketing (unanimous voice vote)
- Authorized Weststar Construction three‑year lease for Business Park sign and related budget amendment (unanimous voice vote)
Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board
The regular meeting of the Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board scheduled for September 2, 2025, has been cancelled.
Community Services Commission
The regular meeting of the Kingsburg Community Services Commission scheduled for August 27, 2025, has been cancelled.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is reviewing marketing proposals for a proposed 1% public safety sales tax extension to be placed on the June 2, 2026 ballot. The committee will also discuss legal limitations on using city funds and resources for the campaign.
- Discussion of marketing proposals for Measure E extension
- Budgeted $50,000 for election costs, including marketing, legal assistance, and Fresno County services
- Approval of July 28, 2025 meeting minutes
The committee approved the minutes from the July 28, 2025 regular meeting by unanimous voice vote. It also voted to recommend the Oat & Oak marketing proposal to the City Council, again by unanimous voice vote.
- Approved July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Recommended Oat & Oak marketing proposal to Council (unanimous voice vote)
City Council
The Kingsburg City Council will consider approving payments for Measure C transportation funds and authorizing contracts for federal-aid road projects. The meeting also includes a presentation on Measure C renewal and a discussion regarding the Chamber of Commerce.
- Authorize signing Measure C claim forms for fiscal year 2025-2026
- Authorize contracts for on-call right-of-way, appraisal, and acquisition consulting
- Authorize contracts for on-call materials testing and geotechnical services
- Authorize on-call engineering services contract with Peters Engineering
- Approve surplus sale of 2007 Smeal Fire Engine to Riverdale Volunteer Fire Department
The council added a closed‑session item on anticipated litigation and approved it by unanimous voice vote. It then approved the full consent calendar, which included minutes, payments, several consultant contracts, and fire‑department agreements. Finally, the council unanimously approved a new $30,000 contract with the Kingsburg Chamber of Commerce.
- Approved agenda addition for closed session on litigation (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Consent Calendar items – minutes, check register, record destruction, Measure C certification, consultant contracts, fire engine sale, aid agreement, Valley ROP internship (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-044 to submit Measure C Local Transportation certifications (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved $30,000 Chamber of Commerce agreement (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved destruction of records listed on Exhibit A (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved sale of 2007 Smeal Fire Engine to Riverdale Volunteer Fire Department (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved automatic aid agreement with Tulare County Fire Department (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved contract with Valley Regional Occupational Program for fire‑department internships (unanimous voice vote)
Planning Commission
The Kingsburg Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 14, 2025, at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber (1401 Draper Street) has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss the use of funds and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda contains no specific project proposals or contracts for this session.
- Approval of minutes for the 5/13/2025 meeting
- Discussion regarding the use of funds
The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved its agenda for the August 12 meeting. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions were taken; the committee only discussed possible future funding and community activities.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider a budget amendment to transition police service pistols and a resolution regarding the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority. The meeting also includes a retirement celebration for maintenance worker David Green.
- Transition of Police Department service pistols from Sig Sauer P320 to Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0
- Resolution 2025-041 to amend The Joint Powers Agreement of the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority
- Consideration of the Safe Routes to School Project
- Q1 & Q2 2025 Code Enforcement Update
- July 3rd Independence Day Event Recap
The council unanimously approved the Police Department’s switch from Sig Sauer P320 to Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 service pistols and authorized an internal sale of the old pistols. It also unanimously approved a partnership with the Kingsburg Seawolves for the 2026 Independence Day fireworks, allowing a purchase up to $30,000 and giving the city manager contract authority. Additionally, the council unanimously authorized staff to submit a Safe Routes to School grant application for recommended safety projects.
- Approved Police Department pistol transition and internal sale (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved partnership with Seawolves for 2026 Independence Day fireworks, up to $30,000 (unanimous voice vote)
- Authorized city manager to negotiate firework contract with Seawolves (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-041 amending Joint Powers Agreement for risk management authority (unanimous voice vote)
- Designated Mayor Pursell as voting delegate to 2025 League of California Cities Conference (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Safe Routes to School grant application (Resolution 2025-042) (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved minutes from July 16, 2025 council meeting (unanimous voice vote)
- Ratified payment of bills on check register for July 8‑28, 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board
The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to consider forming an event subcommittee and updating the website. The board will also review a semi-annual social media report from Oat & Oak and discuss Dala Dollars.
- Formation of an Event Subcommittee
- Website update proposal
- Semi-annual review of BID social media by Oat & Oak
- Discussion regarding Dala Dollars
- Approval of June 3, 2025 meeting minutes
The board approved its agenda and the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. It formed an Event Subcommittee chaired by Chairman Carpenter with members Williams and Kyle, also by unanimous voice vote. The board voted unanimously to renew the Dala Dollars program, making it exclusive to the BID district and changing minimum certificate amounts with no expiration.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved minutes from 6/3/2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
- Formed Event Subcommittee with Carpenter as chair, Williams and Kyle as members (unanimous voice vote)
- Renewed Dala Dollars program with BID‑exclusive use and new minimum amounts, no expiration (unanimous voice vote)
Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board
The Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to consider forming an event subcommittee and updating the organization's website. The board will also discuss Dala Dollars and review a semi-annual social media report from Oat & Oak.
- Possible action on Event Subcommittee formation
- Possible action on Website Update
- Possible action on Dala Dollars discussion
- Semi-annual review of BID social media by Oat & Oak
- Approval of June 3, 2025 meeting minutes
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is reviewing proposed changes to the City's agreement with the Chamber of Commerce. The body will also receive a financial recap of the July 3rd Independence Day event.
- Discussion of Chamber of Commerce contract to remove July 3rd event responsibilities
- Proposed maintenance of $30,000 annual City contribution to the Chamber of Commerce
- Removal of $5,000 City contribution previously used for the July 3rd event
- Recap of July 3rd event which raised $13,347.88 through gate and parking sales
- Report on $25,500 fireworks contract for the July 3rd celebration
The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the April 28, 2025 Finance Committee meeting. The committee also voted to recommend to the City Council the Chamber of Commerce contract, adding language to protect cultural events, require liability insurance, and keep the website current. No other actions were taken.
- Approved April 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote of members present)
- Recommended Chamber of Commerce contract with added cultural protections (voice vote of members present)
Community Services Commission
The Community Services Commission will discuss updates regarding the dog park project and the Parks Master Plan survey. The body is also seeking approval for the inclusive playground design at Kings Estates Phase V.
- Approval of inclusive playground design for Kings Estates Phase V
- Update on Dog Park additional project proposal
- Update on Parks and Recreation Parks Master Plan Survey by Fresno State
- Approval of April 23, 2025 meeting minutes
The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 26, 2025 meeting. Commissioners also unanimously approved Option 2 for the Kings Estates Phase V inclusive playground to be forwarded to the City Council. The commission agreed to update signage to extend park maintenance hours from 9 am to 12 pm. No public comments were received.
- Approve agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approve minutes from 04/26/2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
- Approve Option 2 for inclusive playground to go before City Council (unanimous voice vote)
- Update park signage for maintenance (agreed)
City Council
The City Council will discuss construction on Draper St. and consider several police department administrative items. The body will also receive informational reports on the city's housing element update and recent crime statistics.
- Sale of two 2016 Ford Explorers (Unit 1628 and 1624) to Huron Police Department for $1.00 each
- Proposed uniform allowance for Police Lieutenant in the Salary and Benefit Schedule
- Acceptance of the Laurel Street Dog Park Improvements Project
- Discussion of Draper St. construction
- Informational report on the City of Kingsburg Housing Element Update
The council approved the meeting agenda and the items on the consent calendar, including minutes from June 18, 2025, payment of recent bills, a uniform allowance for a police lieutenant, declaration of surplus police property, sale of two 2016 Ford Explorers to the Huron Police Department for $1 each, and acceptance of the Laurel Street Dog Park Improvements Project. In the regular calendar, members voted to use treatment Option 2 for Draper Street repairs and authorized the city manager to execute the contract, passing by a voice vote of three yeses and one no. All agenda and consent items were approved by unanimous voice vote.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved June 18, 2025 council minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved check register payments for June 10–July 7, 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑039 uniform allowance for Police Lieutenant (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑040 declaring police property surplus (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved sale of two 2016 Ford Explorers to Huron Police Dept for $1 each (unanimous voice vote)
- Accepted Laurel Street Dog Park Improvements Project (unanimous voice vote)
- Authorized contract for Draper Street repairs using Option 2 (voice vote 3‑1)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a request from 3 Pars LLC to divide a 57,106 SF lot into two separate parcels. The commission will also review minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting.
- Possible approval of Parcel Map 2024-01 to divide 2325 10th Ave into a 9,560 SF lot and a 47,546 SF lot
- Resolution No. 2025-02 regarding the 3 Pars LLC parcel map
- Approval of Planning Commission minutes from March 13, 2025
The commission first approved its agenda by unanimous voice vote. It then approved a wording change to condition #9 of Parcel Map 2024-01, exempting certain minor permits from triggering street‑improvement requirements. Finally, the commission adopted Resolution 2025-02, formally approving Parcel Map 2024-01 for 3 Pars LLC with the modified condition #9, also by unanimous voice vote.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved modification to condition #9 of Parcel Map 2024-01 (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-02 approving Parcel Map 2024-01 with modified condition #9 (unanimous voice vote)
City Council
The City Council meeting scheduled for July 2, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2025, at 6pm.
Community Services Commission
The June 25, 2025, meeting was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No decisions were made on the scheduled items.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee meeting scheduled for June 23, 2025, has been cancelled. The provided agenda contains only a notice of cancellation and procedural certifications.
City Council
The City Council, Public Financing Authority, and Successor Agency will hold a joint meeting to consider the recommended executive budget for the 2025/2026 fiscal year. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding assessments for a landscaping and lighting district.
- Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 recommended executive budget
- Public hearing for Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 93-01
- 30-month contract with County of Fresno for Fire and EMS dispatching services
- Two-year contract with Tablet Command
- Reimbursement Agreement with K Prop, LLC for waterline improvements
The council approved the 2025‑2026 fiscal year budget, including the budgets of the Public Financing Authority and the Redevelopment Successor Agency, by unanimous voice vote. Several contracts were approved, such as a 30‑month fire and EMS dispatch agreement and a two‑year Tablet Command agreement. The council also adopted the Gann limit calculation and a special tax levy for the Community Facilities District, the latter passing 4‑1.
- Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑033 approving the FY 2025‑26 budget (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved a 30‑month fire and EMS dispatch contract with Fresno County (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved a two‑year contract with Tablet Command for fire services (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Reimbursement Agreement with K Prop, LLC for waterline improvements (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑034 approving the Gann limit calculation (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑036 authorizing a special tax levy for CFD 2017‑01 (4‑1 vote)
- Approved Consent Calendar items, including minutes and check register (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved Resolution No. 2025‑037 accepting transportation funding claim (unanimous voice vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 12, 2025, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.
Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board
The Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will review the results of the Spring Stroll event and consider forming an event subcommittee. The board will also review the BID budget and approve previous meeting minutes.
- Recap of the Spring Stroll event
- Possible action to form an Event Subcommittee
- Informational review of the BID Budget
- Approval of meeting minutes from 4/1/2025 and 5/6/2025
The Advisory Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda by voice vote. The board also approved the minutes from the April 1 and May 6, 2025 meetings by voice vote. No other actions were formally decided at this meeting.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved minutes from 4/1/2025 and 5/6/2025 (voice vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider a master fee schedule for Public Works, Fire, Police, and Community Development. The meeting also includes the introduction of the 2025-2026 recommended budget.
- Public hearing for Public Works, Fire, Police, and Community Development Master Fee Schedule
- Introduction of the 2025-2026 City Manager’s Recommended Budget
- Approval of Fire Department contracts with the Department of Health Care Services
- Update on Independence Day Celebration
- Ratification of check register for May 13, 2025, through May 26, 2025
The council approved the agenda and the consent calendar items, including the May 21 minutes, the May 13‑26 check register payments, and fire department contracts. A unanimous voice vote adopted Resolution 2025‑032, approving the proposed fire, ambulance, community development, public works and police fees to take effect on July 1. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved May 21 council minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved May 13‑26 check register payments (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved fire department contracts with Department of Health Care Services (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑032 approving master fee schedule (unanimous voice vote)
Community Services Commission
The meeting scheduled for May 28, 2025, has been cancelled. The provided agenda contains only a notice of cancellation and standard legal certifications.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee meeting scheduled for May 26, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and a notice of cancellation.
Planning Commission
The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a workshop to receive a presentation on the General Plan Audit Report. The report analyzes the city's 1992 General Plan for compliance with current state law and proposes updates to formatting, maps, and zoning references. No formal action is requested at this meeting.
- Presentation by Provost & Pritchard Consulting Group on the General Plan Audit Report
- Discussion of a draft vision statement based on online surveys and the Kingsburg Car Show
- Review of recommendations to update the 1992 General Plan for state law compliance
The Planning Commission and City Council approved the meeting agenda by unanimous voice vote. The session also featured a presentation of the Kingsburg Focused General Plan, with discussion but no formal decision. No other actions were taken.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous voice vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to announce election results and potentially implement new water rates effective July 1, 2025. The body will also consider several infrastructure contracts and a new municipal code chapter regarding infectious materials.
- Public hearing on Prop 218 Election for Water Rates
- Kingsburg 2025 Streets Project contract for Don Berry Construction: $898,706
- Avenue B Extension Project contract for MAC General Engineering, Inc.: $309,598.19
- Payment to Excellence, Inc. ($336,732.61) and Stryker ($80,672.49) for ambulance and equipment
- Ordinance 2025-03 adding Chapter 8.28 to Title 8 regarding Infectious Materials
The council first approved the meeting agenda and a series of consent‑calendar items, including the annexation of properties, a park‑improvement reimbursement agreement, an infectious‑materials ordinance, and two major street‑project contracts. It then adopted Resolution 2025‑031, implementing the proposed water‑rate increase to begin July 1, 2025 with authorized annual hikes through 2029. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved annexation Resolution 2025‑027 adding properties to CFD No. 2017‑01 (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved reimbursement agreement with K Prop, LLC for park improvements (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Ordinance 2025‑03 adding Chapter 8.28 on infectious materials (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved water‑rate increase via Resolution 2025‑031 effective July 1, 2025, with annual increases through 2029 (unanimous voice vote)
- Awarded Avenue B Extension Project to MAC General Engineering, Inc. for $309,598.19 (unanimous voice vote)
- Awarded Kingsburg 2025 Streets Project to Don Berry Construction for $898,706 (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved payment to Excellence, Inc. ($336,732.61) and Stryker ($80,672.49) for equipment (unanimous voice vote)
Public Safety Tax (Measure E) Citizens Oversight Committee
The Public Safety Tax Citizens Oversight Committee will receive a staff report on Measure E revenues and budget planning for 2025-2026. The committee will also be updated on efforts to renew the tax before its September 30, 2028 expiration.
- Review of 2024-25 Measure E updates and 2025-2026 budget planning
- Discussion of Measure E renewal for a proposed June 2, 2026 election
- Report on FY25 expected revenues of approximately $2.6 million
- Approval of minutes from the May 14, 2024 meeting
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will consider a police request for funding a drone project and continue a discussion on how to allocate its funds. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings. No presentations are scheduled.
- Approve minutes from the Feb 11, 2025 and Nov 12, 2024 meetings
- Police Request for Funds – Drone Project (possible action)
- Use of Funds Discussion (possible action)
The Public Safety Committee approved its agenda by unanimous voice vote. It also approved the minutes from the February 11, 2025 and November 12, 2024 meetings, again unanimously. The committee designated the remaining funds for the police drone project and set a review for fiscal year 2025/2026, with a unanimous voice vote.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved minutes from 2/11/2025 and 11/12/2024 meetings (unanimous voice vote)
- Designated remaining police drone project funds; review set for FY 2025/2026 (unanimous voice vote)
- Adjourned meeting at 4:40 pm
City Council
The City Council will discuss a Memorandum of Understanding with the County of Fresno regarding infectious materials and lease agreements for highway commercial signs at the Kingsburg Business Park. The body will also review 18th Ave. improvements and Independence Day plans.
- MOU with County of Fresno regarding an ordinance relating to infectious material
- Kingsburg Business Park Highway Commercial Sign Lease Agreements
- Tract 6421 Reimbursement Agreement for 18th Ave. Improvements
- Partial Acceptance of Tract 6421
- Discussion regarding Independence Day Celebration
The council approved a resolution adopting a Memorandum of Understanding with Fresno County to allow county enforcement of its infectious‑materials ordinance in Kingsburg. It also waived the first reading of Ordinance 2025‑03, adding Chapter 8.28 on infectious materials to the municipal code. Council members authorized the City Manager to select a non‑profit partner for the Independence Day fireworks event, with discretion to close the stadium bowl if needed. Finally, the City Manager was authorized to execute pending Business Park lease agreements.
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑26 approving MOU with Fresno County (unanimous voice vote)
- Waived first reading and introduced Ordinance 2025‑03 adding Chapter 8.28 on infectious materials (unanimous voice vote)
- Authorized City Manager to vet and choose a non‑profit for Independence Day celebration, including possible bowl closure (unanimous voice vote)
- Authorized City Manager to execute Business Park lease agreements pending attorney review (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved consent calendar items: April 16 minutes, April 8‑28 check register, partial acceptance of Tract 6421, Tract 6421 reimbursement agreement, May 2025 proclamation (unanimous voice vote)
Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board
The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will consider approving the minutes from its April 1, 2025 meeting. The board will also receive a recap of the Spring Stroll event and may take action on it.
- Approve minutes from April 1, 2025 meeting
- Spring Stroll recap and possible action
The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board met on May 6, 2025, but did not have a quorum. As a result, the agenda and the prior meeting minutes were not approved and no formal actions were taken. Members discussed expanding the Fika Friday event and forming a subcommittee for future Spring Stroll events, but no decisions were made. The meeting was adjourned to the next scheduled session.
- Approve agenda – no action (no quorum)
- Approve minutes from 4/1/2025 – no action (no quorum)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will recommend that the City Council execute leases for four tenants to advertise on the refurbished Kingsburg Business Park highway sign. They will also vote on approving the March 24, 2025 meeting minutes. The sign refurbishment is estimated at $84,470 and lease revenue will cover costs.
- Approve minutes from March 24, 2025 regular meeting
- Recommend City Council approve leases for Valley Health Team (top 2 panels, 3-year lease, upfront payment), T-Mobile (1 panel, 2-year lease, upfront), Starbucks (1 panel, 2-year lease, negotiating), and Cheyanne's Steakhouse (1 panel, 2-year lease, monthly)
- Sign refurbishment cost of $84,470 from A-Plus Signs (Fresno)
- Lease structures include upfront discounts (5% for 3-year, 2.5% for 2-year) and tenant responsibility for panel design/installation costs
The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the February 24, 2025 regular meeting. It also unanimously voted to recommend BBK Law’s proposal to the City Council for approval. No other business was taken.
- Approved February 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Recommended BBK Law proposal to City Council (unanimous voice vote)
Community Services Commission
The Kingsburg Community Services Commission will vote on a dog park additional project proposal, receive an informational update on the Kings Estates Phase V inclusive playground, and hear a Parks and Recreation Master Plan update from Fresno State. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.
- Approve minutes from February 26, 2025 meeting
- Dog Park Additional Project Proposal – recommendation to approve
- Kings Estates Phase V – Inclusive Playground discussion (informational)
- Parks and Recreation Parks Master Plan Update from Fresno State (informational)
The commission approved the meeting agenda by unanimous voice vote. It also approved the minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting, again by unanimous voice vote. No other actions were formally decided at this meeting.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved 02/26/2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
City Council
The Kingsburg City Council will consider consent items including approval of meeting minutes, check register, and annual military equipment report. Notable regular calendar items include a review of the 2023-2024 financial statements and a crime statistics report for the first quarter of 2025. A presentation will swear in a new police officer, and the council will hear a city manager update on a May 8 general plan workshop.
- Surplus and sale of 2001 Chevy Tahoe to Huntington Lake Volunteer Fire Department and 2001 Freightliner Ambulance to Hume Lake Fire & Rescue (Resolution 2025-024)
- Receive and file annual report on military equipment use per Policy 706 and Government Code sections 7070-7072
- Adopt Resolution 2025-025 submitting a Transportation Development Act (TDA) funds claim for FY 2024-2025
- Financial statements for year ended June 30, 2024, presented by Price Paige & Company
- Crime statistics report for January–March 2025 and police department update (informational)
The council unanimously approved several consent‑calendar items, including the sale of a 2001 Chevy Tahoe and a 2001 Freightliner ambulance, and a claim for Transportation Development Act funds. The council also approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting and ratified payments on the March 25‑April 7, 2025 check register. The audited 2024 financial statements were accepted by unanimous voice vote.
- Approved amendment to agenda adding Presentations and Informational Reports (unanimous)
- Approved April 2, 2025 council minutes (unanimous)
- Ratified payment of bills on March 25‑April 7, 2025 check register (unanimous)
- Received and filed annual report on military equipment use (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑024 approving sale of fire department vehicles (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑025 submitting claim for TDA funds (unanimous)
- Accepted audited financial statements for FY 2024 (unanimous)
City Council
The Kingsburg City Council will consider adopting an ordinance adding Chapter 15.10 to the municipal code for model water-efficient landscaping. The consent calendar also includes approval of meeting minutes, a check register, and a partial street closure for a business event. The regular calendar covers an all-way stop warrant analysis, a dog park renovation update, a health care district grant project proposal, and a Measure E legal contract.
- Adopt Ordinance 2025-02 adding Chapter 15.10 (Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance) to the municipal code
- Approve partial street closure of Smith Street between Lewis and Draper for Gold Standard Mortgage grand opening on May 2, 2025
- All-way stop warrant analysis at Draper Street / Smith Street intersection
- Kingsburg Dog Park renovation project update (informational, no action)
- Kingsburg Health Care District Grant Cycle Project Proposal 2025 and Measure E legal contract discussion
The council adopted Resolution No. 2025-023 to install an all‑way stop at Draper Street and Smith Street. It also approved the Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance, a partial street closure for a community event, and the payment of March bills. Additionally, the council authorized a $55,000 senior‑center meal grant and a legal services contract with BBK Law for Measure E.
- Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved payment of bills for March 11‑24 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Ordinance 2025‑02 adding Chapter 15.10 Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved partial street closure of Smith Street for Gold Standard Mortgage event on May 2 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑023 installing an all‑way stop at Draper/Smith intersection (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved application for $55,000 Health Care District grant for senior‑center hot meals (unanimous voice vote)
- Authorized City Manager to execute Measure E legal services contract with BBK Law (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved corrected minutes item 1 on Consent Calendar (unanimous voice vote)
Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board
The Kingsburg Downtown BID Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss three action items: setting goals and creating a brochure, planning Christmas tree placements on downtown corners, and finalizing the Spring Stroll event. No dollar amounts or public hearings are on the agenda.
- Approve minutes from March 4, 2025 meeting
- Thank Oakvale 4-H Club for new Dalahäst (informational)
- Discuss goal setting and creation of a brochure for the BID
- Plan Christmas tree corners downtown
- Finalize Spring Stroll event details
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting by voice vote. Members voted to move the Spring Stroll to May 1, 2025, also by voice vote. The board decided that each business will run its own giveaway during the Spring Stroll.
- Approved agenda (voice vote)
- Approved minutes from 3/4/2025 meeting (voice vote)
- Changed Spring Stroll date to May 1, 2025 (voice vote)
- Decided businesses will host individual giveaways for Spring Stroll
Community Services Commission
The March 26, 2025, regular meeting of the Kingsburg Community Services Commission has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled
Finance Committee
The Kingsburg Finance Committee will discuss renewing Measure E, a 1% public safety sales tax set to expire in 2028. They will consider a recommendation to engage BBK Law Firm for legal services related to the renewal effort. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Discussion and possible recommendation on Measure E extension with preferred June 2026 election date
- Review of legal services proposals: BBK Law $10,000, Finance DTA $10k-$15k, Aleshire & Wynder $12.6k-$26.7k, Nielsen Merksamer $21.5k-$42.3k
- Staff recommends BBK Law Firm for election legal services
- Approval of February 24, 2025 regular meeting minutes
The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the February 11, 2025 regular meeting. It also unanimously approved and recommended six FY2024‑2025 mid‑year budget amendments to the City Council.
- Approved February 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved and recommended six FY2024‑2025 mid‑year budget amendments (unanimous voice vote)
City Council
The Kingsburg City Council will discuss a water rate study and potential rate adjustments under Proposition 218, along with a housing element update. Other items include adoption of new salary charts, approval of check registers, and a presentation on a Highway Safety Improvement Program grant. The council will also recognize local athletes and enter closed session to discuss potential litigation.
- Water rate study and Prop. 218 update for potential rate changes
- Housing Element Update and discussion
- Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO) consideration
- Presentation on Highway Safety Improvement Program grant award
- Authorization to retitle Records Supervisor to Police Services Supervisor
The City Council approved the consent calendar items, including minutes, financial reports, and personnel actions, by unanimous voice vote. It adopted the Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, adding Chapter 15.10 to the municipal code, also by unanimous voice vote. The council approved $45,000 for the housing element analysis (Option #1) and adopted the AB 2561 compliance policy, each with unanimous voice votes.
- Approved consent calendar items (minutes, check register, treasurer's report, building report, job classification retitle, fire job description changes, salary charts) – unanimous voice vote
- Adopted Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, adding Chapter 15.10 to Title 15 of the Municipal Code – unanimous voice vote
- Approved $45,000 to fund Housing Element analysis (Option #1) – unanimous voice vote
- Adopted City of Kingsburg AB 2561 compliance policy for workforce vacancy hearings – unanimous voice vote
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a request to redesign and rebuild a gasoline station, convenience store, and restaurants. The body will consider approving a Conditional Use Permit and a Negative Declaration for the project's environmental assessment.
- CUP 2025-01: Redesign and rebuild of Sinclair convenience store/gasoline station/restaurants at 825 Sierra St
- Proposed 3,000 SF convenience store and 5,000 SF future retail building
- Proposed 2,128 SF fuel island canopy with six fuel pumps
- Proposed lot merger of APNs 394-220-021 and -022
- Approval of January 9, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
The Kingsburg Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit (CUP 2025-01) for the redesign and rebuild of the existing Sinclair convenience store, gasoline station, and restaurant at 825 Sierra St. The commission also adopted a Negative Declaration under CEQA for the project. Both approvals were unanimous. The minutes from the January 9, 2025 meeting were also approved.
- Approved agenda as published (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from 1/9/2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Adopted Negative Declaration for CUP 2025-01 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2025-01 for CUP 2025-01 at 825 Sierra St (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will discuss the extension of Measure E and consider several budget amendments. The meeting also includes the adoption of resolutions for annual community awards and a police grant application.
- Discussion on Measure E Extension
- Budget Amendments via Resolutions 2025-010 through 2025-014
- Resolution 2025-015 for San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control Grant for police patrol vehicles
- Resolutions 2025-016 through 2025-021 for Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner Awards
- 2024/2025 Capital Improvement Update and FY26 Introduction
The Kingsburg City Council discussed extending Measure E, a transaction and use tax set to expire in 2028, and expressed unanimous support for placing an extension measure on the June 2, 2026, ballot. Council members debated the sunset length, with some favoring 30 years or no sunset, while others worried about voter approval. No formal action was taken; the council directed staff to continue discussions. The meeting also included informational updates on capital improvements and city engineer projects.
- Approved agenda as published (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes, check register, budget amendments, police grant application, and Chamber awards resolutions (unanimous)
- Discussed Measure E extension; no formal action, council directed further discussion for June 2026 ballot
- Received informational update on 2024/2025 Capital Improvement Program and FY26 introduction
- Received informational update from City Engineer on streets and development projects
Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board
The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will approve minutes from the February 4 meeting and then hold discussions on goal setting, Christmas tree/corner planning, a business survey, spring activities, and a potential social media influencer partnership. No binding decisions are expected on the discussion items.
- Approve minutes from 2/4/2025
- Goal Setting discussion
- Christmas Tree/Corner planning
- BID Business Survey discussion
- Social Media Influencer opportunity discussion
The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board approved a $500 budget for influencer Jorge to attend the Swedish Festival, unless the Chamber of Commerce splits the cost. The board also set the spring stroll for April 24 with a Bridgerton theme, and discussed goals, Christmas tree decorations, and a business survey.
- Approved $500 budget for influencer Jorge, pending possible Chamber cost-sharing (unanimous)
- Set spring stroll date for April 24, 5:30-8pm, with $40 minimum value for business participation
- Approved minutes from 2/4/2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
Community Services Commission
The Community Services Commission will hear informational updates on the dog park (ribbon cutting set for March 15, 2025), a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant, and the Parks Master Plan update by Fresno State. Commissioners will also discuss proposals for future projects, including potential improvements to Memorial Park, and approve minutes from prior meetings.
- Dog park update: ribbon cutting scheduled for 3/15/2025
- Land and Water Conservation Fund grant discussion
- Parks Master Plan update by Fresno State
- Proposals for Community Services Commission projects, including Memorial Park improvements
- Approval of minutes from 01/22/2025 and 01/28/2025 meetings
The Kingsburg Community Services Commission approved the agenda and minutes from prior meetings, and discussed updates on the dog park grand opening, a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant, and a parks master plan survey. No formal decisions were made on these items; they were informational only.
- Approved agenda as published (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from 01/22/2025 and 01/28/2025 meetings (unanimous)
Finance Committee
The Kingsburg Finance Committee will consider approving minutes from the prior meeting, review proposed mid-year budget amendments affecting multiple city funds, and discuss a potential extension of the Measure E 1% public safety sales tax. The budget amendments include adjustments for the General Fund, Senior Center Fund, Enterprise Fund, Measure E Fund, and Street Project Funds, with specific line-item changes detailed in the staff report.
- Approve minutes from the February 11, 2025 regular meeting
- Mid-year budget amendments: Mayor & Council salaries (+$10,800), Frontage Road Drainage Repairs (+$36,000 from grant revenue), Park Improvements for Tract 6122 (+$192,000 from impact fees), Water Improvement loan payments (+$4,372)
- Revenue adjustments: Frontage Road Drainage Grant ($36,000) and Measure E Fund PD vehicle total loss reimbursement ($144,694)
- Discussion on extending the Measure E 1% Public Safety Sales Tax
The Kingsburg Finance Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the February 11, 2025 meeting and recommended six FY2024-2025 mid-year budget amendments (four expenditures, two revenue adjustments) to the City Council. The committee also discussed a potential extension of Measure E, the 1% public safety sales tax, preferring a June 2026 ballot measure with a sunset clause, but took no formal action.
- Approved minutes from February 11, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved and recommended six FY2024-2025 budget amendments to City Council (unanimous)
City Council
The Kingsburg City Council will discuss and potentially act on several items including a water rate study update, a sponsorship request for the Swedish Festival, and proposals for a space needs assessment. Consent items include approval of prior meeting minutes, payment of bills, adoption of a budget schedule, and resolutions committing to federal transportation funding deadlines.
- 2025-2026 City of Kingsburg Budget Schedule approval
- Adopt Resolution 2025-008 for Surface Transportation Block Grant funding commitment
- Adopt Resolution 2025-009 for Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement funding commitment
- Swedish Festival Committee request for sponsorship
- 2024/2025 Water Rate Study update and Space Needs Assessment proposals
The Kingsburg City Council approved a $5,000 grant to the Chamber of Commerce earmarked for the Swedish Festival's Cultural Village, and selected Integrated Designs for a space needs assessment with a budget up to $60,000. The council also received a water rate study update, with no rate changes adopted at this meeting. All actions were approved unanimously by the members present.
- Approved $5,000 grant to Chamber for Swedish Cultural Village (unanimous)
- Selected Integrated Designs for space needs assessment, budget up to $60,000 (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes, check register, budget schedule, and two resolutions (unanimous)
Planning Commission
This meeting of the Kingsburg Planning Commission scheduled for February 13, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
Public Safety Committee
The Kingsburg Public Safety Committee will discuss a single agenda item: a proposal from the Kingsburg Elementary School District, Police, and Fire Departments to use funds for purchasing bicycle helmets, safety handouts, and 911 emergency magnets. The requested total is $2,265, with distribution planned at upcoming community events. The committee may take action on the funding request.
- Discussion and possible action on a $2,265 request for bicycle helmets, safety handouts, and 911 magnets for community events (Safety Days, 5K Walk/Run, You Matter Day, Swedish Festival)
- No presentations or informational reports are scheduled
- Public comment period is provided for items within the committee's jurisdiction
The Kingsburg Public Safety Committee approved spending up to $5,000 to sponsor bike helmets and other safety supplies for the elementary school, following a discussion about students riding without helmets. The motion passed unanimously by members present. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved up to $5,000 for bike helmets and safety supplies for elementary school (unanimous)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is discussing a 2024/2025 Water Rate Study to determine rates for fiscal years 2025/26 through 2029/30. Staff is seeking direction on three revenue increase options to cover operations and capital projects. The committee will also review the FY2025/2026 budget schedule.
- 2024/2025 Water Rate Study update with three revenue increase options
- Proposed phase-out of the 11,000 gallon water allotment
- Proposed base fee increase for up to 1" meters from $32.25 to $31.53 in 2025/26 and up to $63.28 by 2029/30 under Option 1
- FY2025/2026 Budget Schedule presentation
- Approval of January 27, 2025 meeting minutes
The Kingsburg Finance Committee reviewed a water rate study presentation but took no action on rate changes. They discussed three rate options, with members expressing preferences for option 1 and against option 3, but agreed to forward all options to the City Council. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 27, 2025 meeting and the FY2025/2026 budget schedule.
- Approved minutes from January 27, 2025 regular meeting (unanimous)
- Approved FY2025/2026 budget schedule as presented (unanimous)
- No action taken on water rate options; all three to be forwarded to City Council
City Council
The Kingsburg City Council will consider a second round of growth management allocations and hear an informational update on the Housing Element. The consent calendar includes approval of a side letter agreement with the Kingsburg Police Officers Association, a professional services agreement for building and safety support, an ordinance amending Title 15 of the municipal code, and an amended city manager employment agreement. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the city manager position.
- Consideration of 2nd Round of Growth Management Allocations
- Approve side letter agreement between the City and Kingsburg Police Officers Association
- Approve professional services agreement with JAS Pacific for building and safety support services
- Adopt Ordinance 2025-01 amending various chapters of Title 15 of the municipal code
- Approve amended city manager employment agreement
The Kingsburg City Council voted 4-1 not to reopen the second round of housing allocations, leaving 11 single-family units available until the next cycle in September 2025. The council also approved the Parks & Recreation Master Plan project and several consent calendar items, including a police union side letter and a city manager employment agreement.
- Denied reopening 2nd round of housing allocations (4-1, North dissenting)
- Approved Parks & Recreation Master Plan project and authorized City Manager to execute agreement (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar including police union side letter, water main project completion, and city manager employment agreement (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as published (unanimous)
Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board
The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to consider approving minutes from January 7, 2025, and take possible actions on goal setting, a website update, and a business survey. No public hearings or financial items are on the agenda.
- Approve minutes from January 7, 2025 meeting
- Goal setting – possible action
- Website update – possible action
- BID business survey – possible action
The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board approved the agenda and the minutes from the January 7, 2025 meeting. They discussed goal setting, a website update, and a proposed business survey, deciding to bring the survey back next month. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.
- Approved agenda as presented (voice vote, all present)
- Approved minutes from 1/7/2025 meeting (voice vote, all present)
Community Services Commission
The Community Services Commission will continue discussion and receive a presentation on the Parks Master Plan from Fresno State. This item is informational only, with no action to be taken. The plan includes a needs assessment, inventory of resources, and goal-setting for Kingsburg's parks and recreation.
- Discussion and presentation of Parks Master Plan (continued from January 22, 2025) – informational item from Fresno State
The Community Services Commission held a brief workshop meeting with no substantive decisions. They approved the agenda unanimously and heard a presentation from Fresno State's Sam Lankford, who will assist with the City's Park and Recreation Master Plan, including a future public survey. The meeting adjourned after the informational item.
- Approved meeting agenda as published (unanimous voice vote)
Finance Committee
The Kingsburg Finance Committee will meet to approve past meeting minutes, receive a presentation on the 2024/2025 water rate study, and provide direction on competing proposals for a City Hall space needs assessment. One proposal from Griffin Structures costs $109,500; a newer proposal from Integrated Designs ranges from $45,000 to $60,000. The committee will decide whether to take both proposals to the City Council.
- Approve minutes from October 28, 2024 regular meeting
- 2024/2025 Water Rate Study Update presentation by Lechowicz & Tseng Municipal Consultants
- Space Needs Assessment Proposals: Griffin Structures ($109,500) vs. Integrated Designs ($45,000–$60,000)
- Fiscal impact for space needs assessment: up to $75,000 budgeted (General Gov. Impact Fees, line 201)
The Kingsburg Finance Committee approved the October 28, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted. It tabled the 2024/2025 Water Rate Study update to a future date. The committee recommended bringing space needs assessment proposals to the City Council. All votes were unanimous among members present.
- Approved October 28, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled 2024/2025 Water Rate Study update (unanimous)
- Recommended space needs assessment proposals to City Council (unanimous)
Community Services Commission
The Commission will receive informational presentations on the Parks Master Plan, inclusive playground updates, the dog park grand opening and ribbon cutting, and 2025 projects. The only action item is approval of the October 23, 2024 meeting minutes.
- Approve minutes from the October 23, 2024 meeting
- Parks Master Plan discussion and presentation by Fresno State
- Inclusive playground update from West Star Construction / Community Services Director
- Dog Park Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting discussion
- 2025 Community Services Commission Projects discussion
The commission set the dog park ribbon cutting for March 15, 2025 at 10am. They also discussed an inclusive playground at WestStar's 5th phase, continued the Parks Master Plan discussion to January 29, and considered potential Memorial Park improvements. No formal votes were taken on these items.
- Approved agenda as published (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from 10/23/2024 (unanimous)
- Set dog park ribbon cutting for 3/15/2025 at 10am
- Continued Parks Master Plan discussion to 1/29/2025
City Council
The Kingsburg City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed prezone and annexation for four parcels totaling 42.52 acres at the southwest corner of Mendocino and Caruthers Avenues, along with review of a planned unit development (PUD 2024-01) for a 97-lot subdivision on 33.27 acres. Other agenda items include adoption of a Fire Department Strategic and Master Plan, amendments to building and fire codes, a development impact fee report for FY 2023-24, and a presentation on 2024 crime stats and police update. Consent items include approval of minutes, check register, and a resolution designating FEMA/Cal OES agents.
- Public hearing on potential prezone and annexation for 42.52 acres at Mendocino and Caruthers Avenues
- Review of PUD 2024-01 for a 97-lot subdivision on 33.27 acres
- Adoption of Kingsburg Fire Department Strategic and Master Plan
- Amendments to Building, Fire, Existing Building, and Property Maintenance Codes
- Development Impact Fee Report for FY 2023-24 and 2024 Crime Stats / Police Update
The Kingsburg City Council approved a series of resolutions to annex 42.54 acres from Fresno County, pre-zone it for residential use, and affirm a 97-lot planned unit development. The council also introduced an ordinance amending building codes and adopted the development impact fee report. All votes were unanimous.
- Adopted Resolution 2025-002 approving Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for annexation, pre-zone, and PUD (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-003 initiating annexation of 42.54 acres and pre-zoning to R-1-7 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-004 affirming Planning Commission approval of PUD 2024-01 for 33.27 acres (unanimous)
- Introduced Ordinance 2025-01 amending Title 15 building codes, waived first reading (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-005 approving local amendments to state building codes (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-006 accepting Development Impact Fee Report FY 2023-24 (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Kingsburg Planning Commission will meet to approve the minutes from the December 12, 2024 meeting and receive training on the Brown Act and public meeting procedures conducted by the City Attorney. No other business or significant decisions are scheduled.
- Approval of minutes from the December 12, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
- Brown Act and public meeting training by City Attorney Mike Noland
The Kingsburg Planning Commission met on January 9, 2025, and approved the published agenda and the minutes from the December 12, 2024 meeting, both by unanimous voice vote. The commission also received Brown Act/public meeting training from City Attorney Mike Noland. No substantive decisions were made beyond these procedural approvals.
- Approved the published agenda (unanimous)
- Approved the minutes from the 12/12/2024 meeting (unanimous)
Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board
The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will consider approving meeting minutes, discuss possible action on advertising via digital billboards (including a proposal from CEIS), review the cost of the corner Christmas tree, set goals, create name tags for new members, establish a welcoming committee for new businesses, and receive a quarterly report from the social media manager. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Discussion and possible action on advertising/marketing on digital billboards (item 2)
- Discussion and possible action on corner Christmas tree cost (item 3)
- Goal setting discussion (item 4)
- New business welcoming committee discussion (item 6)
- Oat & Oak quarterly report from Social Media Manager (item 7)
The Kingsburg Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board approved a $5,000 budget for Christmas trees and lights to complete the corner decoration project, and directed Member Kyle to take the digital billboard proposal to the Economic Development Committee or Council. The board also approved the agenda, prior meeting minutes, and new name tags, and discussed goal setting and a new business welcoming committee.
- Approved $5,000 budget for corner Christmas trees and lights (unanimous)
- Directed Member Kyle to take digital billboard proposal to Economic Development Committee or Council (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from 12/3/2024 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved ordering new name tags (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council meeting scheduled for January 1, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 15, 2025, at 6pm.