Selma public meetings in 2022
31 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Selma City Council will consider authorizing an amendment to the existing OpenGov agreement to add a Budgeting & Planning module. The council will also receive information regarding Maddy Act boards and commissions appointments. A closed session is scheduled for a public employee appointment for City Attorney.
- Amendment to OpenGov agreement to add Budgeting & Planning module
- Maddy Act Boards and Commissions appointments
- Closed session regarding City Attorney appointment
Regular Meeting- Cancelled
The Selma City Council has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Monday, December 19, 2022. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 17, 2023.
City Council
The Selma City Council will consider a letter of support for the Rooftop at Park Place Project. The council will also review a software purchase agreement with NeoGov for a human resource information system. Additionally, closed sessions are scheduled regarding the City Manager, City Attorney, and potential litigation.
- Letter of support for Bulldog Economic Development and Housing Inc. regarding Proposed Rooftop at Park Place Project
- Software purchase agreement with NeoGov for Human Resource Information System
City Council
The council will review a new master salary schedule for city employees effective retroactively to July 1, 2022. They will also consider extending the development agreement with Selma Crossings, LLC to a total of 25 years. Other items include police dispatch services and legislative advocacy contracts.
- Approval of a new master salary schedule retroactive to July 1, 2022
- Three-year legislative advocacy agreement with The CrisCom Company up to $54,000 annually
- Extension of the Selma Crossings, LLC development agreement to 25 years total
- Agreement for police dispatch services between Selma and Parlier
- Financial support of $870 for a mural at the Salazar Center
City Council
The Selma City Council scheduled a special meeting for December 2, 2022. The agenda focused on a closed session regarding the appointment of a City Attorney. No other substantive items were listed for action or discussion.
- Closed session regarding the appointment of a City Attorney
City Council
The council will consider amending the city's Active Transportation Plan to include Class I Bikeway improvements. The agenda also includes a fee waiver request for the Christmas Parade and a maintenance agreement for the city's surveillance camera program.
- Amending the City’s Active Transportation Plan for Class I Bikeway improvements
- Fee waiver request for the Selma Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade
- Maintenance agreement with Surveillance Integration for the city camera program
- Design approval for a sign at Floral Avenue and Highland Avenue intersection
- Fuel agreement between the City of Selma and Selma Unified School District
City Council
The council will consider a temporary moratorium on non-city-sponsored pop-up events and an analysis of potential law enforcement dispatch services with the Parlier Police Department. Closed session items include real property negotiations for APN 358-080-79 and the appointment of a permanent City Attorney.
- Temporary moratorium on non-city-sponsored pop-up events
- Analysis of law enforcement dispatch services agreement with Parlier Police Department
- Fee waiver request for Selma Rotary Annual Band Parade
- Real property negotiations for APN 358-080-79
- Appointment of a permanent City Attorney
City Council
The council will review an ordinance for a new downtown business improvement district and discuss forming a committee to negotiate tax sharing with Fresno County. They will also address conditions for the Valley View Homes project and drought impacts on city parks.
- Ordinance establishing the Selma Downtown Business Improvement District
- Condition amendment for Valley View Homes (Vesting Tract Map No. 5303)
- Formation of an Ad Hoc committee for Fresno County tax-sharing negotiations
- One-time event fee adjustment for the Who-liday Extravaganza
- Liability claims against the City by Jerry Hurtado, Cindy Zavala, and Jedidias Espina
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the creation of a downtown business improvement district and federal grant funding applications. The agenda also includes discussions on police department technology and recruitment updates.
- Ordinance to establish the Selma Downtown Business Improvement District
- Agreement with COP-LOGIC for an online police reporting system
- Application for 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant funding
- Update on the Police Department’s body-worn camera program
- Amendment to the Golden State Corridor Cooperative Agreement
City Council
The Selma City Council will consider an agreement for an Interim City Attorney and review several sidewalk connectivity projects. A joint workshop with the Planning Commission will address a multi-jurisdictional housing element update study session. A public hearing regarding the Downtown Business Improvement District was requested to continue until October 3, 2022.
- Interim City Attorney agreement
- CDBG Sidewalk Connectivity Project No. 19651 Amendment I
- CDBG Downtown Sidewalk ADA Project No. 20651 Amendment II
- Yamabe & Horn Engineering, Inc. services amendment
- Final Parcel Map 2021-0014
City Council
The City Council will discuss construction delivery methods for a new fire station and consider an ordinance amendment regarding billboards. The Council will also revisit a decision regarding the removal of an illegal sign on 2nd Street. Several routine agreements, including towing services and transit safety checks, are also up for approval.
- Discussion on construction methods for the new fire station
- Ordinance amendment regarding billboards (off-premise advertising)
- Agreement with Fresno County Rural Transit Agency for police vehicle safety checks
- Non-exclusive towing agreements for the Selma Police Department
- Reconsideration of illegal sign abatement at 1630 2nd Street
City Council
The Selma City Council will hold a special meeting to address several closed session items. The agenda includes discussions regarding interim and permanent City Attorney appointments and negotiations for property APN 358-080-79. Additionally, the council will meet with legal counsel regarding existing litigation.
- Appointment of Interim and Permanent City Attorney
- Negotiations regarding property APN 358-080-79
- Legal discussion regarding Frank Santillan v. City of Selma
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing on amending billboard regulations and consider resolutions for pension obligation bonds. They will also discuss salary schedule revisions and a workshop for the Rockwell Pond Park Project.
- Public hearing on billboard ordinance amendment (Section 11-28-8)
- Resolution regarding terms of private placement for pension obligation bonds
- Revision to master salary schedule for Economic Development Analyst
- Fee waiver request for the Selma Chamber of Commerce Annual Car Show
- Workshop scheduling for the Rockwell Pond Park Project
City Council
The Selma City Council will consider rate increases for solid waste collection and landscaping maintenance districts. The agenda includes the swearing-in of Police Chief Rudy Alcaraz and several grant approvals. The council will also hold public hearings on property assessments and parcel maps.
- Purchase of new workstations and modular offices at City Hall up to $163,357.51
- $30,000 grant from California Arts Council for Selma Arts Center operating expenses
- $25,000 Kaiser Permanente grant for Nick Medina Senior Center nutrition program
- Proposed rate increases for solid waste collection, disposal, and recycling services
- Approval of rates for Landscaping Lighting and Maintenance District No. 1
City Council
The City Council will discuss establishing a Downtown Business Improvement District and reviewing the draft Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes a new agreement for fire dispatching services and solid waste compliance evaluations.
- Establishing the Selma Downtown Business Improvement District
- New fire dispatching agreement with Fresno County Fire Protection District
- Tax rate setting for police station improvement bonds
- School resource officer services agreement with Selma Unified School District
- Solid waste compliance evaluation via professional services agreement
Cancelled
The City Council of Selma has cancelled the regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 5, 2022. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 18, 2022, at 6:00 p.m.
- No agenda items were listed due to the cancellation.
City Council
The council will consider adopting the 2022-2023 fiscal year budget and a revised master salary schedule. Other items include authorizing an IBank loan for wastewater system upgrades and reviewing financial statements from 2020-2021. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding a tentative parcel map.
- Adoption of the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year Budget and Revised Master Salary Schedule
- Authorization of an IBank loan for the Selma Wastewater Collection System Upgrade Project
- Public hearing for Tentative Parcel Map No. 2021-0014
- Enforcement regarding illegal advertising at 1630 2nd Street
- Review of FY 2020-2021 Financial Statements and Independent Auditors Report
City Council
The City Council will hold a special session to discuss the draft 2022-2023 fiscal year budget. The council will also consider a landowner deposit agreement with KB Home South Bay Inc. regarding a proposed community facilities district and tract map 6019.
- Presentation of the Draft 2022-2023 Fiscal Year Budget
- Landowner Deposit Agreement with KB Home South Bay Inc. for Tract Map 6019
- Active Transportation Program Grant application (Cycle 6)
- Resolution ordering an election and requesting County Elections Department services
- Temporary sign/banner permit and fee waiver request from Leslie Nelson
Cancelled
The Selma City Council issued a notice of cancellation for the regular meeting scheduled for Monday, June 6, 2022. The next council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 7, 2022.
- Cancellation of the June 6, 2022, regular council meeting
City Council
The Council will hold a special meeting to discuss property negotiations with Fresno County regarding two specific parcels. During the regular meeting, they will consider new ambulance billing services and an agreement for infrastructure funding analysis. The Council will also address a request to cancel a public hearing for a zoning text amendment.
- Property negotiations for APN's 348-130-69ST and 348-130-71ST
- New ambulance billing agreement with Oososharp, LLC
- Infrastructure funding analysis agreement with Kosmont Companies
- Purchase of a Tink C720 Claw Bucket for Public Works
- Request to cancel public hearing for Zone Text Amendment 2021-0010
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop on council priorities and goals. The regular meeting includes a public hearing on a military equipment use policy and regulations for banners on public property. The Council will also consider a memorandum of understanding regarding a 10-acre park site donation.
- MOU with Yanez Construction for the donation of a 10-acre park site
- Ordinance approving a Military Equipment Use Policy
- Ordinance amendment regarding banners and flags on public rights of way
- MOU with Selma Youth Legacy Center regarding financial support
- Drawing for one fireworks sales permit
City Council
The council will review a zone change amendment for APN 348-190-01S and a new military equipment use policy. The agenda also includes the purchase of three fire department command vehicles and engineering agreements for grant-funded projects.
- Zone Change Amendment for APN 348-190-01S
- Ordinance approving a Military Equipment Use Policy
- Purchase of three command vehicles for the Fire Department
- Agreements with Gateway Engineering, Inc. for grant-funded projects
- Amendment regarding banners and flags on public rights of way
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance for the second reading and adoption of new boundaries for City Council electoral districts. The meeting also includes a workshop on homelessness priorities and discussions regarding emergency medical services and police vehicle purchases.
- Adoption of ordinance redefining City Council electoral district boundaries
- Twelve-month extension to the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) provider agreement with Fresno County
- Awarding Sidewalk Connectivity Project contract to Don Berry Construction, Inc.
- Approval of vehicle purchases for the Selma Police Department
- Authorization for The 559 Mural Project on the Salazar Center
City Council
The Selma City Council scheduled a special meeting for March 29, 2022. The agenda features a special presentation for the swearing-in and badge pinning of public safety personnel.
- Public Safety Personnel Swearing-In and Badge Pinning
City Council
The council will hold a fourth public hearing to receive community input on new electoral district boundaries. The agenda also includes a mid-year budget revision and updates to the master salary schedule. Additionally, officials will discuss a potential policy for flags on city flagpoles and streetlights.
- Public hearing regarding proposed City Council electoral district maps
- Adoption of a mid-year budget revision for fiscal year 21-22
- Approval of the Master Salary Schedule and new job classifications
- Ordinance No. 2022-1 regarding smoke shops and tobacco use
- Agreement with Willdan Financial Services to update development impact fees
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amendment regarding smoke shops, smoking lounges, and tobacco exposure to minors. The agenda also includes a presentation of the second quarter 2021-2022 budget and a discussion on the Selma Military Banner Program.
- Public hearing for ordinance amendment regarding smoke shops and smoking lounges
- Professional Services Agreement with Tom Abshere as Appeals Hearing Officer
- Aramark Uniform & Career Apparel Group agreement extension through June 30, 2024
- Resolution authorizing continued teleconferenced public meetings
- Discussion of the Selma Military Banner Program
City Council
The council will hold a closed session for labor negotiations with all bargaining groups. During the regular meeting, members will consider adopting a local road and safety plan and discuss downtown strategic plan funding. The agenda also includes rejecting all bids for the Sidewalk Connectivity Project to re-advertise the project.
- Rejection and re-bidding of all bids for the Sidewalk Connectivity Project No. 19651
- Adoption of the Local Road and Safety Plan from Fresno Council of Governments
- Memorandum of Understanding with Rape Counseling Services of Fresno
- Discussion regarding Downtown Strategic Plan funding and economic vitality
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators for all bargaining groups
City Council
The Selma City Council is considering several actions regarding infrastructure funding to support residential and commercial development. Proposed items include upgrading the Clarkson Ave Lift Station and reviewing an I-Bank loan for sewer projects. The council will also discuss allocating funds for park improvements and personnel costs.
- Claiming $5.94 million ARPA "Standard Allowance" allocation
- Upgrading the Clarkson Ave Lift Station
- Negotiating a 10-acre park land donation
- Purchasing County property for Rockwell Park development
- Reviewing an I-Bank loan for sewer infrastructure projects
City Council
The council will conduct a third public hearing to receive community input on proposed redistricting maps. The agenda also includes consideration of side letter agreements for police and fire employees and a workshop on sewer infrastructure needs.
- Third public hearing regarding proposed redistricting draft maps
- Side letter agreements for Police Mid-Management and IAFF Local 3716
- Contract award to Witbro, Inc. for Sidewalk Connectivity Project
- Fee waiver for renting Pioneer Village for COVID-19 testing
- MOU with Boys & Girls Club of Fresno County regarding funding
City Council
The Selma City Council will hold a special session for labor negotiations followed by a regular meeting. The council is considering resolutions regarding the issuance of pension obligation bonds and an updated master salary schedule.
- Issuance of Pension Obligation Bonds to refund certain CalPERS obligations
- Approval of a Master Salary Schedule with new job classifications and pay rates
- Grant submission and contract with the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
- Grant submission and contract with the California Department of Justice
- Agreement for Dr. Thomas J. O’Laughlin to serve as Fire Department Medical Director
City Council
The Selma City Council will review potential funding sources for infrastructure projects. The Council will also consider the conceptual design and preliminary phased cost estimate for Rockwell Pond Park. Additionally, members will discuss scheduling a February workshop regarding infrastructure needs.
- Approval of Rockwell Pond Park conceptual design and preliminary phased cost estimate
- Review of potential infrastructure funding sources
- Scheduling a February workshop for in-depth discussion on infrastructure needs and funding