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City Council Meeting
May 22, 2014
7:00 pm @ Council Chambers
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"Things work out best for those who make the best of how things work out." ~John Wooden
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On May 8, 1954, in a major civil rights victory, the U.S. Supreme Court hands down an unanimous decision in Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, ruling that racial segregation in public educational facilities is unconstitutional. The historic decision, which brought an end to federal tolerance of racial segregation, specifically dealt with Linda Brown, a young African American girl who had been denied admission to her local elementary school in Topeka, Kansas, because of the color of her skin.
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 During their May 13 meeting, the City Council voted to enter negotiations with Mid-Valley Disposal to take over garbage, recycling and green waste collections for the City beginning July 1.
The existing contract with Waste Management is set to expire at the end of June, and the City requested formal proposals from qualified haulers in early April. The proposal received from Mid-Valley offers the same service residents are currently receiving, as well as a number of value-added options. In addition, it provides financial stability for the City, as well as residential and commercial accounts.
The formal agreement is anticipated to be heard and voted on at the May 22 meeting, held at 7pm. Residents can view a new frequently asked questions document related to the process. Those with additional questions or clarifications are encouraged to contact City Hall or email Alex Henderson. |
 The Kingsburg Annual Swedish Festival has arrived! This year's festivities begin tonight - Thursday, May 15. Festivities include:
- Swedish Pea Soup & Pancake Supper
- Kingsburg Farmer's Market
- Crowning of the Festival Queen
- KPD Inspection
- Dala Horse Trot
- Swedish Pancake Breakfast
- Entertainment and more
Come out all weekend and enjoy the 48th Annual Swedish Festival in beautiful downtown Kingsburg. |
 As part of the annual Swedish Festival, the Kingsburg Police Department holds their Inspection, which includes an annual awards ceremony for the Department.
This year's event is being held at 6:00pm on Friday, May 16 in the Police Dept. parking lot. The Department will also be recognizing retiring Police Chief Jeff Dunn. Chief Dunn will be working through Swedish Festival, with his last day on May 19.
The City has also hired an interim Police Chief, Drew Bessinger. Mr. Bessinger brings over 30 years of law enforcement expereience, and retired as a Captain from the Clovis Police Department. He brings great experience with community based policing and we're excited to have him on board as we set the recruitment process for a full-time replacement.
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City staff continues the final preparation stages for the City's 2014-15 budget. The annual budget process offers the opportunity for the City to review the General, Enterprise, and Special funds. It provides guidance for the year to come as it relates to the City's strategic plan, capital improvements, and services provided.
After a Finance Committee meeting on May 27, the full City Council will discuss a first reading of the budget at their June 4, 2014 regularly scheduled meeting. The Council is expected to adopt the budget at their June 18, 2014 regularly scheduled meeting.
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 On Wednesday of this week, Marion Villas, a 46 unit senior living and retail complex, officially broke ground. While work has been underway for a few months, this official ceremony helped recognize those who were vital to getting this public/private partnership project formalized and ready for construction.
Representatives from the City of Kingsburg, Fresno Housing Authority, Fresno County, and Kingsburg Chamber of Commerce were all on hand to celebrate the event.
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