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***RESOLUTION - A Resolution of the Council of the City Of Fresno, California, Adopting the 17th Amendment to the Annual Appropriation Resolution No. 2026-159 to Reallocate $100,000 from the Public...
Agenda Ready (Aug 28, 2026)
Hearing - Adopt the Amended Calendar Year 2026 Commission on Family Affordability and Childcare Access (CFACA) Calendar.
ADOPTED (Sep 2, 2026)
Hearing - Election of Vice Chair to the Commission on Family Affordability & Childcare Access
APPROVED (Sep 2, 2026)
Hearing - Appointment of Alternates to the Commission on Family Affordability & Childcare Access
APPROVED (Sep 2, 2026)
Discussion on Subcommittees to the Commission on Family Affordability & Childcare Access
DISCUSSED (Sep 2, 2026)
Oath of Office of Commissioners on Family Affordability & Childcare Access Commission
PRESENTED (Sep 2, 2026)
RESOLUTION-Initiating a Text Amendment to Chapter 15 of the Fresno Municipal Code Pursuant to FMC Section 15-5308-A Relating to the Prohibition of Data Centers Within the City of Fresno
Agenda Ready (Aug 27, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4)
Exposure to Litigation: 1 potential case
DISCUSSED (Sep 3, 2026)
Proclamation of “Nurse Practitioners Week”
Agenda Ready (Aug 27, 2026)
Proclamation for “United States of America Marine Corps Day”
Agenda Ready (Aug 27, 2026)
CONTINUED TO SEPTEMBER 16, 2026
Consideration of Plan Amendment Application No. P24-00452; Rezone Application No. P24-00452; Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 6419; Planned Development Permit...
Agenda Ready (Aug 26, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4)
Exposure to Litigation: 1 potential case
DISCUSSED (Sep 3, 2026)
Actions pertaining to Fresno Fire Department Citation Number 7557-1, concerning Nova Surgical- 4928 E. Clinton Way #101, and the First Administrative Citation issued on September 9, 2025....
APPROVED (Sep 1, 2026)
WORKSHOP - Subdivision Maps
Agenda Ready (Aug 25, 2026)
WORKSHOP - Development Code 101 - How to Read and Use It
Agenda Ready (Aug 25, 2026)
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Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of August 21, 2026
APPROVED (Sep 2, 2026)
Approval of the Minutes for June 8, 2026, June 9, 2026, and June 10, 2026, Budget Hearings, and August 27, 2026, Regular Meeting
Agenda Ready (Aug 24, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - Government Code Section 54957.6
City Negotiators: Sumeet Malhi
Employee Organization(s): 1. International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers,...
DISCUSSED (Sep 3, 2026)
Update on Regular Monthly Topics:
1. Staff Updates
2. Subcommittee Updates
Agenda Ready (Aug 21, 2026)
RESOLUTION - Naming the park to be located at Veterans Boulevard and Barstow Avenues “Cruz Bustamante Park”
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - PUBLIC SECURITY - Government Code Section 54957(a): Discuss security of City Hall
DISCUSSED (Aug 27, 2026)
Approval of Amendment to the Council Meeting Schedule for Calendar Year 2026 Moving November 19, 2026, Meeting to November 12, 2026
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4): 1 potential case
DISCUSSED (Aug 27, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4)
Exposure to Litigation: 1 potential case
DISCUSSED (Aug 27, 2026)
Approve Appointments of Debra Goodman and Marla Williams to the Fresno Madera Area Agency on Aging Board for a term ending January 3, 2028
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4)
Exposure to Litigation: 1 potential case
TABLED (Aug 27, 2026)
Actions pertaining to the 2027 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant:
1. Authorize the Chief of Police, or designee, to accept $630,500 in grant funding for the 2027 STEP grant awarded...
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Approve Re-Appointment of Aisha Allenrojas to the Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District Board of Directors as the City of Fresno Representative
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Proclamation for “Immunization Awareness Month”
PRESENTED (Aug 27, 2026)
Approve the award of a Cooperative Purchase Agreement to Quinn Company of Fresno, California for the purchase of one Caterpillar model AP1055 asphalt paver in the amount of $1,037,080 for the...
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)
Sarah Sanchez v. City of Fresno; Fresno Superior Court Case No. 23CECG04266
DISCUSSED (Aug 27, 2026)
Public Comment - Unscheduled Communication
Agenda Ready (Aug 18, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)
Richard Fitzgerald v. City of Fresno, et al; Eastern District Court Case No. 1:21-CV-01409
DISCUSSED (Sep 3, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)
Tutelian & Company, Inc. v. City of Fresno; Fresno Superior Court Case No. 21CECG02805
CONTINUED (Sep 3, 2026)
Approve the reappointment of Alysia Bonner to the Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board for a term ending November 1, 2027
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
RESOLUTION of Intention to annex the territory known as Assessor’s Parcel No. 474-030-82 as Annexation No. 76 to the City of Fresno Community Facilities District No. 9 and to authorize the levy of...
Agenda Ready (Aug 17, 2026)
Actions pertaining to the Blythe Village LP Loan Amendments for the Blythe Village project located at 3572 N. Blythe Avenue, 93722 in west central Fresno (District 1):
1. Approve a First Amendment...
Agenda Ready (Aug 17, 2026)
Approval of the Minutes for August 13, 2026, Regular Meeting
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - Government Code Section 54957.6
City Negotiators: Sumeet Malhi
Employee Organization(s): 1. International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers,...
DISCUSSED (Aug 27, 2026)
Appearance by Neil O’Brien regarding “Republic Services” (District 6 Resident)
PRESENTED (Aug 27, 2026)
Actions pertaining to the Herndon Canal Metro Trail Project (Midtown Trail), from Shields Avenue to McKinley Avenue (Bid File No. 12601826) (Council Districts 4 and 7)
1. ***RESOLUTION - Adopting...
Agenda Ready (Aug 13, 2026)
Approval of the regular meeting minutes of July 22, 2026.
Agenda Ready (Aug 13, 2026)
Appoint ATAC Representative to Serve on the Mobility Design Guide Stakeholder Advisory Committee. (Public Works Department)
Agenda Ready (Aug 13, 2026)
Actions pertaining to the Downtown Neighborhood HAWKs project (Bid File No. 12700027; Council District 3)
1. Adopt Environmental Assessment No. PW01071, dated June 8, 2026, a finding of Categorical...
Agenda Ready (Aug 13, 2026)
Discussion on the 20 Miles Per Hour Prima Facie Speed Limit in School Zones. (Public Works Department)
Agenda Ready (Aug 13, 2026)
Discussion on the Protected Bicycle Parking Task Force.
Agenda Ready (Aug 13, 2026)
Actions pertaining to the World Day of Remembrance 2026 Task Force: Approve Event Details and related attachments.
Agenda Ready (Aug 13, 2026)
Discussion on the Safe Routes to School Task Force.
Agenda Ready (Aug 13, 2026)
Discussion on Grants Updates. (Public Works Department)
Agenda Ready (Aug 13, 2026)
Presenting on August’s Traffic Collision Report.
Agenda Ready (Aug 13, 2026)
Updates on (1) Figarden/BNSF At Grade RR Crossing; (2) West Belmont Grade Separation; (3) August’s Capital Projects Summary. (Public Works Departments)
Agenda Ready (Aug 13, 2026)
Update on the Sustainable Transportation Equity Project (STEP) Grant for West of 99.
Agenda Ready (Aug 13, 2026)
Proclamation for “Young Parents Day”
PRESENTED (Aug 27, 2026)
Hearing - Adopt the Calendar Year 2026 Commission on Family Affordability and Childcare Access (CFACA) Calendar.
APPROVED (Aug 21, 2026)
***BILL B-25 (Introduced August 13, 2026) (For Adoption) Amending Section 11-113 of the Fresno Municipal Code, relating to Electric Vehicle Charging and Hydrogen Fueling Station review process...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Hearing - Discuss and Approve appointments of the community commissioners for the Commission on Family Affordability and Childcare Access (CFACA).
APPROVED (Aug 21, 2026)
***BILL B-24 (Introduced July 30, 2026) (For Adoption) Adding Article 38 of Chapter 9 of the Fresno Municipal Code relating to Tobacco Retailer’s License (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
ADOPTED (Aug 27, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4): 1 potential case
DISCUSSED (Aug 27, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4)
Exposure to Litigation: 1 potential case
DISCUSSED (Aug 27, 2026)
Workshop: Robert’s Rules of Order
Agenda Ready (Aug 12, 2026)
Workshop on Amendments to the Implementing Regulations for Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act
Agenda Ready (Aug 12, 2026)
January 26, 2026 DRAFT Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
Agenda Ready (Aug 12, 2026)
Approve an increase to the citywide custodial services Requirements Contract with ScrubCan, Inc. of Fresno, California in the total amount of $518,000 per year, for a revised annual total amount...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Actions pertaining to the award of four Citywide Cooperative Purchase Agreements (Requirements Contracts) for equipment and vehicle rentals for various departments on an as needed basis in the total...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Actions pertaining to the award of three Citywide Cooperative Purchase Agreements (Requirements Contracts) through January 10, 2029, with three optional one-year extensions for the purchase of...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Approve the award of a Cooperative Purchase Agreement (Requirements Contract) to Ford Motor Company, through November 14, 2028, with three optional one-year extensions for the purchase of OEM vehicle...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Approve a Third Amendment to the Agreement between the City of Fresno and SimpleTherapy (formerly Halcyon Behavioral) Employee Assistance granting a six-month emergency extension through February 28,...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Award a Construction Contract in the amount of $225,000.00 to CENCAL Services, Inc., of Fresno, California, for the Senior Housing Demolition Project (Bid File No. 12601755) (Council District 4)
Agenda Ready (Aug 12, 2026)
Approve the Second Amendment to the Lease Agreement between the City of Fresno’s Parks, After School, Recreation and Community Services (PARCS) Department and Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission...
APPROVED (Aug 27, 2026)
Approve the FY 26 annual participation agreement for the Federal Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Program for the disposition funds of $82,935.02, including interest, forfeited in...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
WORKSHOP - South SEDA Economic Analysis
Agenda Ready (Aug 11, 2026)
CONTINUED TO SEPTEMBER 2, 2026
Consideration of Plan Amendment Application No. P24-00452; Rezone Application No. P24-00452; Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 6419; Planned Development Permit...
Agenda Ready (Aug 11, 2026)
CONTINUED TO SEPTEMBER 16, 2026
Consideration of Plan Amendment and Rezone Application No. P22-02694, Conditional Use Permit Application No. P22-03569, and related Environmental Assessment No....
Agenda Ready (Aug 11, 2026)
Actions pertaining to Fresno Code Enforcement case number E25-16660, concerning 1347 E. Shields Ave., and the Notice and Order issued on January 2, 2026:
1. PROGRESS HEARING on the Appeal of the...
APPROVED (Aug 18, 2026)
Approval of the August 04, 2026 Building Standards Appeals Board Regular Meeting Minutes
Agenda Ready (Aug 11, 2026)
***RESOLUTION - Adopting the 9th Amendment to the Annual Appropriation Resolution (AAR) No. 2026-159 to reappropriate $116,500 for the Police Department’s Organized Retail Theft (ORT) Prevention...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Notice of Special Meeting - Signed
Passed (Aug 11, 2026)
***RESOLUTION - Removing the City of Fresno's General Tax Measure from the November 3, 2026 County of Fresno Ballot (Subject to Mayor's Veto)
Agenda Ready (Aug 11, 2026)
Approve the Cooperative Purchase Agreement with Nobico, Inc., dba Integrated Electronics, for the purchase of two replacement video servers equipped with analytic features, the replacement of three...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Notice of Special Meeting - Signed
Passed (Aug 11, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4): 1 potential case
Agenda Ready (Aug 11, 2026)
August 5, 2026 Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
Agenda Ready (Aug 11, 2026)
Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of July 20, 2026
APPROVED (Aug 17, 2026)
WORKSHOP - Update on the Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant Program (PARCS)
Agenda Ready (Aug 10, 2026)
HEARING - Resolution - To Establish an Ad Hoc Application Review Committee Member Selection Subcommittee
ADOPTED (Aug 17, 2026)
HEARING - Receive public input on Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant Program.
Agenda Ready (Aug 10, 2026)
HEARING - Receive public input on allocations related to Measure P, updates to the Parks Master Plan and Cultural Arts Plan, and annual PARCS Department Budget and Capital Improvement Plans
Agenda Ready (Aug 10, 2026)
Actions pertaining to the Fresno Chandler Executive Airport Runway 12-30 Rehabilitation Project (Bid File 12602229) (Council District 3)
1. Adopt a finding of a Categorical Exemption per staff’s...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Actions pertaining to Fresno Code Enforcement case number E25-13830, concerning 3436 N Virginia Lane, the Notice and Order issued on November 5, 2025, and the Citation issued March 24, 2026:...
APPROVED (Aug 18, 2026)
Actions related to accepting agreement A261016457 with the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)
1. Approve the acceptance of the Cal OES award for $200,000 for Haz Mat training per...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Actions pertaining to the disposition of City-owned parcel APN 436-023-11T (Council District 4)
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15312 (Class 12) of the California...
Agenda Ready (Aug 10, 2026)
***RESOLUTION - Adopting the 6th Amendment to the Annual Appropriation Resolution No. 2026-159 to reappropriate $72,300 of Amendment Two for the 2024 Regional Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Response...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
***RESOLUTION - Adopting the 7th Amendment to the Annual Appropriation Resolution No. 2026-159 to reappropriate $31,700 of Amendment Nine for Haz Mat training agreement A211006364 (Requires Five...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
***RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Director of Aviation or other authorized representative to: execute all implicated documentation for pre-application and application to the Federal Aviation...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Proclamation for “International Green Building Week”
PRESENTED (Sep 3, 2026)
Hearing to consider eligibility for listing on the Local Register of Historic Resources the property located at 5045 E Butler Ave. (Assessor Parcel Number: 472-021-30)
Agenda Ready (Aug 6, 2026)
Approve Contract Change Order No. 2 with Floyd Johnston Construction Co., Inc., in the amount of $1,669,659.62, increasing the total not to exceed of $6,883,047.62, with ninety-two (92) additional...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4)
Exposure to Litigation: 1 potential case
DISCUSSED (Aug 13, 2026)
Approve Contract Change Order No. 3 with A. Teichert & Son, Inc. dba Teichert Construction in the amount of $300,000.00, increasing the total contract amount to $9,203,232.93 for the North Avenue...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Approve the Fourth Amendment to the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement (JPA) with the Fresno-Madera Area Agency on Aging (FMAAA)
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Approve the Reappointment of Christina Garza and Appointment of Carla Tweed to the Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board for a Term Ending November 1, 2027
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 13, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4): 1 potential case
TABLED (Aug 13, 2026)
Approve a Fifth Amendment to the Consultant Services Agreement with BKF Engineers, a California Corporation in the amount of $143,582 for a total increased contract not to exceed amount of...
Agenda Ready (Aug 6, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4)
Exposure to Litigation: 1 potential case
TABLED (Aug 13, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4): 1 potential case
DISCUSSED (Aug 13, 2026)
***RESOLUTION - Adopt the Second Amendment to the FY 2027 Salary Resolution No. 2026-157 amending Section 17(D) Upon the concurrent written recommendation of the Police Chief and/or designee and the...
TABLED (Aug 13, 2026)
WORKSHOP - South SEDA Economic Analysis
TABLED (Aug 13, 2026)
Actions pertaining to the Tower Theatre Fire Alarm Installation Project - Project ID FA00007 (Bid File 12500940) (Council District 1)
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Actions pertaining to the vacation of portions of City-owned right of way located at the northeast corner of North Milburn Avenue and West Dakota Avenue for Dolores Huerta Park (Council District...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 27, 2026)
Approve a Services Agreement between City of Fresno and Fresno/Clovis Convention and Visitors Bureau for the administration and implementation of the Fresno Clovis Tourism Business Improvement...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 13, 2026)
Proclamation for “Oliver Browner Day”
PRESENTED (Aug 27, 2026)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)
Case Name: Mary Gomez v. City of Fresno, et al.
Fresno Superior Court Case No. 25CECG01042
DISCUSSED (Aug 27, 2026)
Actions pertaining to executing the Master Tax Exempt Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement
1. Affirm the City Manager’s determination that Banc of America Public Capital Corp (BAPCC, LLC), which falls...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 13, 2026)
HEARING to Consider Rezone Application No. P26-00729 and related Environmental Assessment No. P26-00729 for approximately 3.30 acres of property located on the south side of East Barstow Avenue,...
TABLED (Aug 13, 2026)
***BILL B-22 (Introduced July 30, 2026) (For Adoption) - Amending Chapter 10, Article 26, section 10-2604 of the Fresno Municipal Code, Amending Sidewalk Vending Ordinance (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 13, 2026)
Action pertaining to the 2025 California State Fire Marshal - Fire Zone Severity Map in the City of Fresno as required per California Government Code §51179(a):
1. ***BILL B-23 (Introduced July 30,...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 13, 2026)
Approve the First Amendment to the Copper River Transfer Agreement with Copper River Development Company, Inc., a California corporation, to extend the eligibility of Sewer Equivalent Dwelling Units...
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR (Aug 13, 2026)
***BILL B-24 (Introduced July 30, 2026) (For Adoption) Adding Article 38 of Chapter 9 of the Fresno Municipal Code relating to Tobacco Retailer’s License (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
TABLED (Aug 13, 2026)
***RESOLUTION - Directing the City Manager to Terminate the Marketing Agreement with SLWA Insurance Services (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
Agenda Ready (Aug 3, 2026)
Actions pertaining to the Assignment and Assumption of the OPS Villas, LP HOME Investment Partnerships loan documents and the Oak Park Senior Villas property located at 2597 S. Richelle Avenue,...
TABLED (Aug 27, 2026)
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Fresno’s City Council, 7 members.
Nelson Esparza · Council PresidentTyler Maxwell · Vice PresidentAnnalisa Perea · CouncilmemberMike Karbassi · CouncilmemberMiguel Angel Arias · CouncilmemberBrandon Vang · CouncilmemberNick Richardson · Councilmember
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