Neal E. Costanzo

The City Council held a special meeting to conduct a closed session concerning labor negotiations with the Selma Firefighters' Association and the Selma Police Officers Association. Following the closed session, the council reconvened in open session to review the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

The meeting focused on several key items including updates and planning for upcoming Food Truck Friday events, the implementation and installation of Fourth of July decorations, and a proposal to establish a BID volunteer program. Additionally, the Board reviewed a revised Facade Improvement Grant Program designed to simplify the application process and expand eligible improvements, as well as a proposal for the development of a dedicated downtown website to serve as a central information hub.

The agenda focuses on conducting a closed session to address potential litigation involving three cases and to confer with labor negotiators regarding the International Association of Firefighters Local 3716 and Fire Middle Management Employees. Following the closed session, the council will reconvene for a public report by the City Attorney.

The Council meeting included special recognition for the Boys & Girls Club of Fresno County and Mid-Valley Disposal. Key business items involved the approval of professional service agreements for fire suppression monitoring and interim community development director services, the adoption of resolutions regarding storm drain repairs and parcel map extensions, and the consideration of a spay and neuter sponsorship match. A petition hearing was held regarding a mobile home park rent increase, resulting in a conditional approval. Additionally, the Council reviewed the audited financial statements for the fiscal year, discussed city sign ordinances, and considered the conversion of an old police department parking lot. Future agenda items were requested, and administrative reports were provided by city officials.

The council convened to a closed session to discuss potential litigation regarding two cases, legal matters pertaining to the case City of Selma v Santillan, and labor negotiations with the International Association of Firefighters Local 3716, fire middle management, and CLOCEA middle managers. The meeting reconvened to open session, where the City Attorney reported no reportable actions.