Selma council appoints Jason Rogers city manager; 4-1 vote

The Selma City Council voted to appoint Jason Rogers as the city manager and approved his employment agreement in a 4-1 roll-call vote on Oct. 21, 2025.

City Attorney Costanzo summarized the recruitment and selection process prior to the vote, saying the council opened the recruitment in August, reviewed dozens of applications and finalists, then negotiated an agreement with Rogers that matched council parameters. "I am pleased to recommend to you adoption of this resolution appointing Jason Rogers as your new city manager and approving his employment agreement," Costanzo told the council.

Mayor Robertson, in remarks after the vote, said Rogers brings technical and management experience and emphasized his approach to community values. "Quite simply, he can see the forest for the trees, and this council is placing its trust in him to help our city grow and reach new levels of excellence," Robertson said. Rogers addressed the council and community, saying, "I am truly honored by the confidence and trust you have placed in me to serve as the next city manager... While this agreement defines a 3 year term, I don't see this as a short term commitment. My intention is to be here for the long haul."

Council discussion before the vote referenced a multi-stage recruitment and interviews. The formal resolution before the council was recorded as Resolution 2025-98R, "appointing city manager and approving and authorizing execution of employment agreement," as summarized by the city attorney.

The council took the vote by roll call. Councilmembers Avalos, Oseguerra and Mayor Pro Tem Guerra and Mayor Robertson voted in favor; Councilmember Trujillo voted no. A member of the council moved the motion (mover and second not identified in the public record excerpt). The council congratulated Rogers; Rogers said he plans to begin duties in Selma on Nov. 17 and thanked his family and the community during brief remarks.

Why it matters: the city manager is the top executive for Selma City government and implements council policy, manages city departments and presents budget and staffing priorities to the council. A new manager can shift operational and capital priorities, and Rogers said he plans a long-term commitment to the role.

Practical takeaways and next steps: the council authorized the city attorney and staff to finalize and execute the employment agreement. Rogers stated his intended start date of Nov. 17, 2025. The council and staff discussed a photo opportunity and transitional details for the coming weeks.