Each week we create short and easy-to-read briefs analyzing local government meetings based on the Fresno Documenters’ coverage so you can stay informed.
Meeting Briefs
Madera County supervisors OK plan to reduce homelessness, hear update on budget with reduced deficit
The regional four-year plan will use grant funds to help unhoused individuals transition to housing and prevent homelessness.
Settlement reached in protracted Clovis affordable housing lawsuit
At its Tuesday meeting, the Clovis City Council and Desiree Martinez reached a settlement agreement, ending years of litigation over the city’s land use policies and availability of affordable housing.
Clovis council declines salary increase; public asks for ceasefire resolution
At its Monday meeting, the Clovis City Council declined to give itself a salary increase, approved an agreement with a consultant to implement financing policy changes for its development-impact fees, and heard three members of the public who expressed concerns about the war between Israel and Hamas.
Clovis Planning Commission recommends high-density rezone to allow apartment complex
The Clovis Planning Commission voted to adopt resolutions recommending that the City Council approve a general plan amendment and rezone to allow for the development of a 26-unit apartment complex on the northwest corner of Ashlan and DeWolf avenues. Residents expressed concerns about the use of a traffic study done by a consultant during the…
Fresno County supervisors approve election contract; say ‘no’ to 100-foot cell tower
At its Tuesday meeting, the Fresno County Board of Supervisors voted to approve a multi-year contract for continued maintenance and support of its elections information management system, rejected an appeal for a 100-foot cell tower in a rural neighborhood in District 5, and received an update about public health funding.
Community meetings to be held on sport courts for Vinland and Roeding parks in Fresno
The Fresno Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission discussed upcoming community meetings regarding new sport courts and a new commissioner joined.
Sanger council takes issue with wastewater plant odor; police chief continues dual role as interim city manager
At its Thursday meeting, the Sanger City Council asked city staff for a presentation on an odor believed to be emanating from the city’s wastewater treatment plant; approved extending an agreement for the police chief to continue serving as the interim city manager; and postponed a redistricting hearing.
Madera City Council to consider ceasefire proclamation; will be first in Valley to take action
At Wednesday’s meeting, the Madera City Council agreed to consider a ceasefire proclamation at a future meeting; approved contracts for park improvements; and discussed the possibility of a new micro-transit system.
Madera County supervisors approve continued funding for shuttered hospital; how long will it last?
At their Tuesday meeting, the Madera County Board of Supervisors approved continued payments to cover operating costs of the hospital and moved forward an amended agreement for an environmental impact report for the Liberty Groves 1,320-acre development outside Madera Ranchos.
Visalia Farmers Market pushes back; Are the Rawhide leaving town?
The council refused to reconsider a motion Farmer’s Market supporters say limits the number of markets they can hold in a year.
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