The City of Hanford held a special city council meeting on May 29, 2025, where discussions centered on the selection of a new city manager and the importance of integrity within the council and city staff.

Chris Jordan, a long-time community member and former Kings County Sheriff, addressed the council, sharing a personal anecdote from his 36 years in law enforcement. He recounted a specific incident where he had to testify in court regarding a traffic citation he issued. Despite having issued numerous citations in the area, he could not recall the exact location after a year had passed. Jordan chose to be honest with the judge, which ultimately led to losing the case. He emphasized that this experience reinforced the value of integrity, stating that the judge later expressed appreciation for his honesty, which built trust in his testimony.

Jordan's remarks highlighted ongoing concerns about the integrity of some council members and city staff. He urged the council to take this opportunity to restore trust and ensure that future actions are transparent and free from any appearance of interference.

The meeting underscored the council's commitment to upholding ethical standards as they move forward with the selection process for the new city manager, aiming to foster a culture of integrity within the city government.