Fresno public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Fresno City Council is holding a special meeting to address public services. The council will consider a resolution regarding the emergency expansion of city warming centers.

• Resolution for the emergency expansion of City of Fresno warming centers

Planning Commission

The Fresno Planning Commission is reviewing an appeal regarding the approval of a 206,881 square-foot warehouse at East North and South East Avenues. The Commission will also consider a proposal to subdivide 15.86 acres into a 52-lot single-family residential development near North Alicante Drive and North Portofino Drive.

• Appeal regarding a ±206,881 square-foot warehouse facility at East North and South East Avenues
• Proposed 52-lot single-family residential development at North Alicante Drive and North Portofino Drive
• Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 6250/UGM for property subdivision

Disability Advisory Commission - Transportation

The Disability Advisory Commission - Transportation subcommittee will discuss the approval of 2023 meeting dates and times. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Transportation Transition Plan.

• Approval of October 26, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion and approval of 2023 meeting dates/times for the Transportation Subcommittee
• Presentation on the Transportation Transition Plan by Projects Administrator Kristopher Grey

Women's Commission

The Fresno Women's Commission will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from the October 21, 2022, special meeting. The commission will also conduct elections for officers and discuss bylaws. Additionally, members will hold discussions and motions regarding a scholarship program.

• Approval of Bylaws
• Election of Officers
• Discussion and motions regarding Scholarship Program
• Approval of October 21, 2022, special meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will consider a proposal for a new residence at the J.H. Waller and Cowdrey Homes located at 318 Park Ave. The agenda also includes a workshop on the Brown Act and updates regarding the reconstruction of the Abacus at 4191 N Blackstone Ave.

• Construction of a second single-family unit at 318 Park Ave
• Workshop regarding the Brown Act and rules of order
• Update on reconstruction of the Abacus at 4191 N Blackstone Ave
• Approval of November 28, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission will discuss updates to the department's master fee schedule. The meeting also includes an update on the Cultural Arts Plan development and a session for public input regarding Measure P allocations.

• Proposed changes to PARCS Department Master Fee Schedule, including Riverside Municipal Golf Course green fees and Camp Fresno fees
• Update on the development of the Cultural Arts Plan
• Public input regarding Measure P allocations and annual PARCS Department Budget
• Approval of December 5, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The Fresno City Council meeting includes several resolutions regarding budget appropriations and service contracts. Key items involve funding for the Homekey Program and accepting a federal grant for fire and emergency response. The council will also review salary adjustments for various city classifications.

• $59,946,400 appropriation for Homekey Program related activities
• $7,246,600 FEMA grant acceptance for Fire and Emergency Response
• $350,340 contract for License Plate Recognition at Fresno Yosemite International Airport
• Salary increases for Lifeguards, Police Cadets, and Sports Officials
• $185,000 agreement with Gracebound Inc. for mobile shower operations

City Council

The Fresno City Council is holding a special meeting to address a vacancy in Council District 1. The agenda includes the appointment of Annalisa Perea to the position, effective December 14, 2022.

• Appointment of Annalisa Perea to Council District 1

Planning Commission

The Fresno Planning Commission will consider an appeal regarding a conditional use permit for a new Mountain Mike’s Pizza restaurant at 1937 West Clinton Avenue. The application includes a request for a Type 41 alcohol license to sell beer and wine on the premises. The commission will also review minutes from the November 16, 2022 meeting.

• Appeal of Conditional Use Permit Application No. P22-02633
• Request for Type 41 alcohol license at 1937 West Clinton Avenue
• Approval of November 16, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission will receive public input regarding Measure P allocations. The meeting includes updates to the Parks Master Plan and Cultural Arts Plan. Additionally, the commission will discuss the annual PARCS Department Budget and Capital Improvement Plans.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations and department budgets
• Approval of November 21, 2022, meeting minutes
• Subcommittee reports on the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan

City Council

The Fresno City Council meeting includes several decisions regarding city funding, grants, and contracts. Key items involve large-scale appropriations for housing programs and fire department staffing. The council will also review ordinances related to the compensation of elected officials and city employees.

• $59,946,400 appropriation for Homekey Program related activities
• $7,246,600 SAFER grant award for fire and emergency response
• $811,122 construction contract for a new park at North Van Ness Boulevard and East Weldon Avenue
• $3,500,000 appropriation to the Fresno Local Housing Trust Fund
• Ordinances regarding compensation and benefits for city employees and elected officials

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss nominations for Chairman, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The agenda also includes updates on grants, the committee charter, and a police enforcement and collision report.

• Nominations for Chairman, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Grants update discussion
• BPAC Charter update/discussion
• PD Enforcement & Collision Report update/discussion
• BPAC Workplan discussion

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will conduct closed sessions regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, and release. The meeting also includes an administrative review of board member roles and the employee evaluation process.

• Closed session: Public employee discipline, dismissal, or release (ID 22-1826)
• Closed session: Public employee discipline, dismissal, or release (ID 22-1827)
• Scheduling of a public employee discipline appeal hearing (ID 22-1828)
• Review of board roles and expectations (ID 22-1832)
• Overview of the employee evaluation process (ID 22-1833)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Fresno Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing applications for building demolitions and new construction. The agenda includes historical property contracts and workshops regarding the Kearney Boulevard Gateway. The meeting also covers updates on various subcommittee activities.

• Demolition of structures at 3393 N Hayes
• Demolition of structures at 3480 Bryan Ave
• Historical property contracts for the Mathisen and Gibbs homes
• Construction of a second single-family unit at 318 Park Ave
• Medical clinic development at 49 W Fir Ave

Women's Commission

The Women's Commission is holding a special meeting to elect new officers and approve bylaws. The commission will also discuss motions regarding a scholarship program and approve minutes from the October 21, 2022, meeting.

• Election of officers
• Approval of bylaws
• Discussion and motions regarding a scholarship program
• Approval of October 21, 2022, meeting minutes

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing to receive input on Measure P allocations, the annual PARCS Department Budget, and Capital Improvement Plans. The agenda also includes subcommittee reports regarding the Cultural Arts Plan, Parks Master Plan, and Outreach Committee.

• Public hearing for Measure P allocations and PARCS Department Budget updates
• Updates to the Parks Master Plan and Cultural Arts Plan
• Subcommittee reports on the Cultural Arts Plan, Parks Master Plan, and Outreach Committee
• Approval of November 7, 2022, meeting minutes

Disability Advisory Commission - Housing

The Disability Advisory Commission Housing Subcommittee will meet to approve minutes from the September 23, 2022 meeting. The agenda also includes a presentation by Greg Terzakis of the California Apartment Association.

• Approval of subcommittee minutes from September 23, 2022 (ID 22-1774)
• Presentation by Greg Terzakis, Senior Vice President of California Apartment Association (ID 22-1775)

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several funding allocations and contract amendments. Key discussions include distributing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to community organizations and accepting a $7.2 million federal grant for fire and emergency response. The council will also consider updates to city employee compensation and various infrastructure contracts.

• $2,000,000 ARPA funding for Fresno Area Hispanic Foundation to support small businesses and eviction prevention
• Acceptance of a $7,246,600 FEMA SAFER grant award for fire and emergency response
• A $1,131,160 change order to increase the number of Dodge Durango patrol vehicles from 80 to 105
• $253,266.21 agreement with Elevate Community Services for the Travel Inn Shelter
• Purchase of computer equipment from Dell Technologies not to exceed $1.6 million

City Council

The Fresno City Council is holding a special meeting on November 17, 2022. The agenda includes approving the meeting agenda and conducting a closed session conference with labor negotiators regarding the unrepresented employee, the City Attorney.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators regarding the City Attorney

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering the approval of Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 6362/UGM. This project proposes subdividing approximately 28.94 acres into a 194-lot single-family residential development. The commission will also consider adopting Environmental Assessment No. T-6362 for this site.

• Approval of Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 6362/UGM for a 194-lot single-family residential development
• Adoption of Environmental Assessment No. T-6362, an addendum to the Final Environmental Impact Report
• Subdivision of approximately 28.94 acres located between West Ashlan Avenue and West Gettysburg Avenue

City Council

The Fresno City Council will hold a special closed session meeting on November 15, 2022. The council will consider the appointment, employment, or evaluation of a public employee for the position of City Attorney.

• Consideration of City Attorney appointment or employment
• Approval of the meeting agenda

Disability Advisory Commission

The Disability Advisory Commission will discuss upcoming topics for 2023. The meeting also includes reports from the Transportation and Housing subcommittees and approval of October 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approval of October 11, 2022, meeting minutes (ID 22-1747)
• Discussion regarding 2023 topics (ID 22-1748)
• Transportation Subcommittee report
• Housing Subcommittee report

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing to receive input on Measure P allocations, the annual PARCS Department Budget, and Capital Improvement Plans. The agenda also includes subcommittee reports regarding the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan.

• Public hearing for Measure P allocations and PARCS budget (ID 22-172512-A)
• Updates to the Parks Master Plan and Cultural Arts Plan
• Subcommittee reports on Cultural Arts, Parks Master Plan, and Outreach
• Approval of October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (ID 22-17245-A)

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will meet to approve minutes from the October 19, 2022 meeting. The board will also hold closed sessions regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, and release. These sessions include scheduling appeal hearings and considering findings from a hearing officer.

• Approval of minutes for ID 22-1708 (October 19, 2022)
• Closed session to schedule appeal hearings regarding public employee discipline/dismissal/release (ID 22-1709)
• Closed session to consider hearing officer findings regarding public employee discipline (ID 22-1710)

City Council

The Fresno City Council will review several items including grant acceptances, contract amendments, and code updates. Key discussions include a large federal grant for fire services and funding for repairs to the Arte Americas building. The agenda also includes actions on homelessness programs and local building regulations.

• Acceptance of $7,246,600 FEMA SAFER grant for fire and emergency response
• $413,175 ARPA funding allocation for repairs to the Arte Americas building
• Amendment to Tutor Perini/Zachry/Parsons contract increasing total value to $3,600,000
• Contract extension with Make Green Go LLC for cannabis social equity assistance ($150,000)
• $379,390 WaterSMART grant acceptance for smart irrigation timers project

Fresno City Council Finance and Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee is holding a special meeting to review several audit statuses. The committee will receive updates on audits for the Parking Division, Police Department, and Airport Department. Discussion also includes pending RFPs for finance and credit cards, as well as future audits regarding affordable housing covenants.

• Status updates on Parking Division, Police Department, and Airport Department audits
• Pending RFP for Finance Department audit
• Pending RFP and contract for City Credit Cards
• Future audit regarding Affordable Housing Covenants

Disability Advisory Commission - Transportation

The Disability Advisory Commission - Transportation will discuss planned topics for 2023. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the August 24, 2022, subcommittee meeting and reports from the DAC Secretary and ADA Coordinator.

• Approval of August 24, 2022, subcommittee minutes (ID 22-1662)
• Discussion regarding 2023 topics (ID 22-1663)

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss the Fancher Creek Trail and safe access to Woodward Park. The agenda also includes a semi-annual task force report and a review of police enforcement and collision reports.

• Fancher Creek Trail presentation
• Safe Access to Woodward Park community engagement update
• Semi-Annual Report Task Force update
• PD Enforcement & Collision Report discussion
• Vote on November/December 2022 meeting schedule

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing several development permits and building applications. Key items include adaptive reuse projects for the Helm Building and Elia Home, as well as a demolition request for Van Ness Avenue. The commission will also discuss subway plaques and mural consultations.

• Adaptive reuse and renovation of the Helm Building at 1097-1123 Fulton Street
• Construction of new accessible ramps at the old US Post Office on Tulare
• Renovations and adaptive reuse for the Elia Home at 634-640 N Van Ness Ave
• Demolition application for the property at 925-935 Van Ness Ave
• Review of the Belmont Subway Plaque from the California High Speed Rail Authority

Women's Commission

The meeting includes introductions and a discussion regarding potential future projects for the Women's Commission. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Potential Women's Commission projects

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several items including grant acceptances and contract approvals. Key discussions include the allocation of $1.5 million for violence intervention programs and a workshop on the Fresno Chaffee Zoo Master Plan. The council will also consider amendments to local building and speed zone regulations.

• Acceptance of $7,246,600 SAFER grant for fire and emergency response
• Allocation of $1,500,000 for violence intervention programs via ARPA and General funds
• Contract with Moss Adams, LLP for consultant services totaling $190,640
• Two-year maintenance contract with West Star Environmental, Inc. not to exceed $280,162
• $1,904,000 grant application for the Blackstone and McKinley Avenue BNSF Grade Separation Project

City Council

The Fresno City Council is convening a special closed session meeting. The agenda includes considering the appointment, employment, or dismissal of a City Controller and conferencing with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation.

• Consideration of public employee appointment, evaluation, or dismissal for the City Controller position
• Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation: Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Assn. v. City of Fresno

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a proposal to develop 28 duplex units on 4.83 acres near East Alluvial Avenue. This project involves rezoning land from low density to medium density residential use. The commission will also review a two-year extension for a tract map near West Herndon Avenue and North Riverside Drive.

• Rezoning of 3.00 acres from RS-3 to RS-5 on East Alluvial Avenue
• Proposed 15-lot, 28-unit duplex residential development
• Two-year extension for Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 6172/UGM
• Plan Amendment to change land use from Low Density to Medium Density Residential

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will schedule several public employee discipline appeal hearings. The board will also review a Planner III appointment and continue a closed session regarding employee discipline or dismissal.

• Scheduling of five Public Employee Discipline Appeal Hearings
• Closed session regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release
• Review of Director removal from eligibility list for Planner III appointment
• Declaration of Marissa Sanchez, Director of Personnel Services

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will review subcommittee reports regarding the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan. A workshop is scheduled to discuss budget preparation for the PARCS and Public Works Departments for Fiscal Year 2024. The meeting also includes hearings regarding Tower Theater fees and Measure P allocations.

• Workshop on FY 2024 budget preparation for PARCS and Public Works Departments
• Hearing to review recommendations for Tower Theater fees
• Public input session on Measure P allocations and Parks Master Plan updates
• Update on the development of the Cultural Arts Plan

City Council

The Fresno City Council will review several items including a large federal grant for fire services and various park development projects. The agenda also includes agreements for homeless housing programs and land acquisition for a new city park.

• Acceptance of $7,246,600 FEMA SAFER grant for fire and emergency response
• Purchase of 3.39-acre parcel at 4461 East Dakota Avenue for $1,165,685 to develop a city park
• Agreements with Fresno County EOC for Youth Bridge Housing programs totaling $483,400
• Construction contract of $449,000 for Jaswant Singh Khalra Park Tot Lot Replacement
• Lease amendment for TSA terminal space at Fresno Yosemite International Airport generating $604,208.15

Disability Advisory Commission

The commission will meet to approve minutes from the September 13, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes an awards presentation and reports from the ADA Coordinator, Secretary, and the transportation and housing subcommittees.

• Approval of September 13, 2022, meeting minutes
• Disability Advisory Commission Awards Presentation
• Transportation Subcommittee report
• Housing Subcommittee report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a public appeal regarding a development permit for property on Broadway Street in downtown Fresno. The commission will consider an environmental assessment and whether to uphold the approval of a 37-unit apartment complex.

• Public appeal regarding a 37-unit apartment complex between Stanislaus and Tuolumne Streets
• Environmental Assessment No. P21-05557 for CEQA exemption

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission will hold a public hearing to receive input on Measure P allocations and the annual PARCS Department Budget. The agenda also includes subcommittee reports regarding the Cultural Arts Plan, Parks Master Plan, and Outreach Committee.

• Public hearing for Measure P allocations and budget updates (ID 22-1490)
• Cultural Arts Plan subcommittee report
• Parks Master Plan subcommittee report
• Outreach Committee subcommittee report
• Approval of September 19, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several large-scale contracts and grants, including a multi-million dollar federal award for fire department staffing. The agenda also includes significant expenditures for police vehicles, airport expansion, and fire apparatus. Additionally, the council will consider various service agreements for translation and park maintenance.

• Acceptance of a $7,246,600 FEMA grant for fire and emergency response staffing
• Purchase of 80 Dodge Durango patrol vehicles for $3,619,710.04
• Contract amendment for Fresno Yosemite International Airport Terminal Expansion for $1,378,974.00
• Purchase of fire apparatus for $2,214,297
• Construction contract for Pilibos Park irrigation and turf replacement for $598,955

City Council

The Fresno City Council is holding a special closed session meeting. The council will consider matters regarding the appointment, employment, performance evaluation, discipline, or dismissal of the City Controller.

• Performance evaluation of the City Controller

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) will review several infrastructure updates and task force reports. The meeting includes a vote on the FY23 Budget Task Force budget list and discussions regarding Audubon projects and Class IV Van Ness. Staff will also present collision and enforcement reports.

• Vote on FY23 Budget Task Force budget list
• Discussion of Class IV - Van Ness: Wishon/Fulton
• Update on Audubon projects
• PD Enforcement & Collision Report discussion
• Presentation on Environmental Communication Courses at Fresno State

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing several property applications and updates. This includes a request for the local historic register designation of 444 Fresno St and a wall heater installation at the Nystrom Home. The commission will also receive an update on potential improvements to the US Post Office/Fresno Unified School District site.

• Historic designation request for Fresno-Klette Medical Arts Center at 444 Fresno St
• Wall heater installation application for Nystrom Home at 725/727 N Wilson Ave
• Update on remodel and ADA improvements at 2309 Tulare St

Disability Advisory Commission - Housing

The Disability Advisory Commission Housing Subcommittee will review minutes from the July 22, 2022 meeting. The agenda also includes a presentation by Sara Mirhadi from Poverello House and reports from the ADA Coordinator and subcommittees.

• Approval of July 22, 2022, meeting minutes (ID 22-1477)
• Presentation by Sara Mirhadi from Poverello House (ID 22-1478)
• Subcommittee reports for Transportation and Housing

Planning Commission

The Commission is reviewing a proposal to subdivide 36.75 acres at East California Avenue and South Willow Avenue into 199 single-family residential lots. The item includes recommendations for annexation to the City of Fresno and rezoning of various parcels. An appeal for a development permit at 63 West Shaw Avenue was also referred back to staff.

• Proposed 199-lot single-family residential development (Tract Map No. 6345)
• Annexation of property from Kings River Conservation District and Fresno County Fire Protection District
• Rezoning of approximately 38 acres to RS-5 (Single-Family Residential, Medium Density)
• Rezoning of approximately 41.70 acres to RM-2/ANX (Multi-Family Residential)
• Appeal regarding Development Permit Application No. P21-00420 at 63 West Shaw Avenue

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings to receive input on Measure P allocations, the annual PARCS Department Budget, and updates to the Parks Master Plan and Cultural Arts Plan. The meeting also includes a hearing regarding the development of a youth fee waiver program. Additionally, subcommittee reports on the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan are scheduled for discussion.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations and PARCS Department Budget
• Public hearing on the development of a youth fee waiver program
• Subcommittee reports regarding the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan

Disability Advisory Commission

The Disability Advisory Commission is meeting to approve minutes from the August 9, 2022, meeting and review reports from the ADA Coordinator and DAC Secretary. The commission is also scheduled to vote on selecting recipients for the DAC Awards. Subcommittee reports regarding transportation and housing will be presented.

• Approval of August 9, 2022, meeting minutes (ID 22-1438)
• Selection of DAC Award Recipients (ID 22-1439)
• Transportation Subcommittee report
• Housing Subcommittee report

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing to receive input on Measure P allocations, the Parks Master Plan, and the Cultural Arts Plan. The meeting also includes workshops regarding the FY 2023 budget for youth and senior programs and the status of in-progress projects funded by Measure P.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations and plan updates (ID 22-1431)
• Budget update for Measure P youth and senior recreation programs (ID 22-1432)
• Status update on in-progress projects funded by Measure P (ID 22-1433)
• Subcommittee reports on the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use applications, including a large 199-lot residential development near South Willow Avenue. The commission will also consider a rezoning request for property on West Nees Avenue and an extension for a tract map on West Ashlan Avenue.

• Proposed 199-lot single-family residential development at East California Avenue and South Willow Avenue
• Rezoning 1.73 acres on West Nees Avenue from High Density Residential to Regional Mixed Use
• Two-year extension for Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5756 on West Ashlan Avenue
• Official Plan Line adoption for West North Avenue alignment from South Marks to South Elm

City Council

The City Council meeting includes proposals for a repair agreement at the Valley Inn to serve as an interim homeless shelter. Other items involve software licensing, trolley bus purchases, and solar energy installations at public sites. The agenda also covers land use for affordable housing development.

• Repair Services Agreement with Fresno Housing Authority up to $2,651,648
• Three-year Esri software agreement totaling $1,161,706
• Purchase of three Villager Trolley buses for $865,664
• Declaration of 10.27 acres at S. Willow and E. Byrd for affordable housing
• Solar energy projects for various community centers and public safety sites

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution regarding real property disposition. This includes finding good cause and public benefit for extending the South Fulton Street mixed-use residential rental project.

• Resolution for the extension of the South Fulton Street mixed use residential rental project
• Approval of the meeting agenda

Disability Advisory Commission - Transportation

The commission will review reports on fixed route and Handy Ride on-time performance. Members will also receive updates regarding Measure C and Handy Ride prioritization for employment.

• On-time performance presentations for Fixed Route and Handy Ride services
• Updates on Measure C
• Handy Ride prioritization for employment
• Approval of June 22, 2022, meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing several preservation matters. This includes proposed exterior improvements and ADA accessibility at the Fresno Water Tower and a furnace replacement at the Nystrom Home. The commission will also discuss removing demolished properties from the Local Registry.

• Exterior improvements and ADA accessibility at 2444 Fresno St
• Furnace replacement at 725/727 N Wilson Ave
• Workshop on removing demolished properties from the Local Registry
• Update on unpermitted work at 744 P Street

City Council

The Fresno City Council meeting includes proposals for infrastructure improvements, fire department equipment purchases, and the distribution of state funds to local organizations. The agenda also features a workshop on shelter operations and a discussion regarding rent control protections.

• $2,158,724 purchase contract for two Smeal heavy fire apparatuses for the Fresno Fire Department
• $2,582,991 construction contract award for Orange Avenue and Central Avenue intersection improvements
• Distribution of $9.5 million in state funds to Arte Americas, Neighborhood Industries, and Planned Parenthood Mar Monte
• Adoption of the Artistic Crosswalk Policy citywide
• $85,700 agreement with PG&E for West Audubon Drive street reconstruction

City Council

The City Council is reviewing plans to use the Ambassador Inn and Villa Motel as interim low-barrier homeless shelters. The items include approving repair services agreements with RH Community Builders LP. These proposals involve declaring an urgent necessity for repairs without competitive bidding.

• Repair agreement for Ambassador Inn up to $5,981,700
• Repair agreement for Villa Motel up to $4,702,108
• Use of 1804 W. Olive Avenue as a shelter
• Use of 817 N. Parkway Drive as a shelter

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a text amendment regarding where electrified fences are permitted in Fresno. They will also consider recommendations to the City Council for the West North Avenue alignment between South Marks Avenue and South Elm Avenue.

• Text Amendment No. P21-05809 regarding electrified fence zone districts
• Official Plan Line adoption for West North Avenue from South Marks Avenue to South Elm Avenue
• Environmental Assessment No. EA-18-004 recommendation

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold hearings to receive public input on Measure P allocations and updates to the Parks Master Plan and Cultural Arts Plan. Additionally, staff will provide an update on the Fiscal Year 2023 PARCS Department Budget.

• Update on the Fiscal Year 2023 PARCS Department Budget
• Hearing on the development of the Cultural Arts Plan
• Public input on Measure P allocations and Parks Master Plan updates
• Adoption of the Calendar Year 2023 Commission Meeting Calendar

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several grant allocations and service agreements. Proposed items include $1.5 million for violence intervention programs and a de-escalation training simulator purchase. The council will also consider maintenance funding for the Maxie L. Parks Community Center.

• Allocate $1,500,000 to various organizations for violence prevention initiatives
• Purchase a de-escalation training simulator for $148,429.42
• Accept $200,000 in federal grant funding for police de-escalation training
• Approve annual settlement funds of up to $70,000 for Maxie L. Parks Community Center
• Award a three-year mail and print services contract to DataProse, LLC

Disability Advisory Commission

The Disability Advisory Commission will review meeting minutes from June 2022 and hear reports from the ADA Coordinator. The agenda includes a presentation regarding the Blackstone McKinley Grade Separation Project and an action item for DAC Awards. The commission will also consider appointing a member to the Transportation Subcommittee.

• Approval of June 14, 2022, meeting minutes
• Presentation on Blackstone McKinley Grade Separation Project
• DAC Awards action item
• Appointment of Belinda McMillan Haener to the Transportation Subcommittee

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering two proposals for new single-family residential subdivisions. One project involves 72 lots at East Clinton and North Armstrong Avenues, and another proposes 136 lots on South Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard. The commission will also review the West North Avenue alignment.

• 72-lot single-family residential development at East Clinton and North Armstrong Avenues
• 136-lot single-family residential development on South Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard
• Official Plan Line for West North Avenue alignment from South Marks to South Elm

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing to receive input on Measure P allocations, the Parks Master Plan, and the Cultural Arts Plan. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the FY 23 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations and PARCS Department Budget
• Updates to the Parks Master Plan and Cultural Arts Plan
• Adoption of the FY 23 meeting schedule
• Discussion regarding virtual, hybrid, and in-person meeting formats for FY 23

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss the Clean Shared Mobility Network for Fresno Bikeshare. The committee will also receive updates on several task forces, including Vision Zero and the FY23 Budget Task Force. Staff will present collision data through June 2022.

• Discussion of Clean Shared Mobility Network (CSMN) - Fresno Bikeshare
• Review of PD enforcement and collision data through June 2022
• Update on the FY23 Budget Task Force
• Discussion regarding BPAC member vacancies and term endings
• Approval of minutes from the June 22, 2022 meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will hold a hearing regarding a sign installation for Sun Stereo on Fulton Street. The meeting also includes workshops on a $150,000 budget recommendation for historic district studies and a potential mural on China Alley. Staff will provide updates on the Liberty Theater rehabilitation and a demolition permit following a fire.

• Sign installation at 736/742 Fulton St (Sun Stereo)
• $150,000 budget workshop for historic district studies
• Potential mural workshop for 1528-1544 Tulare St
• Liberty Theater rehabilitation update at 944 Van Ness Ave
• Demolition permit update for 243 N. College

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the acquisition of two parcels on North Blackstone Avenue for a proposed senior center and housing project. The agenda includes approving a $6,460,000 purchase agreement and allocating $4,993,300 in Community Development Block Grant funds.

• Purchase of 5.51 acres at 4343 North Blackstone Avenue and 4323-4333 North Blackstone Avenue for $6,460,000
• Appropriation of $4,993,300 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds
• Adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration for the senior center and housing project

Disability Advisory Commission - Housing

The subcommittee will review and approve meeting minutes from March 25, 2022. The agenda also includes a presentation by the HART Team.

• Approval of March 25, 2022, DAC Housing Subcommittee Meeting Minutes
• Presentation by the HART Team

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several property acquisitions and funding allocations. Items include a multi-million dollar land purchase on North Blackstone Avenue and various agreements for affordable housing projects. The council will also consider labor agreements and youth job program funding.

• $6,460,000 purchase of 5.51 acres on North Blackstone Avenue for a senior center and housing project
• Allocation of $851,818 in Youth Jobs Corps funding to local community organizations
• $89,300 contract for engineering services at Fresno Chandler Executive Airport
• Sale of 14.58 acres at West Herndon and North Brawley Avenues
• Agreements for the 120-unit Sarah’s Court Apartments project including a $2,480,000 CDBG agreement

City Council

The Fresno City Council will hold a special meeting on July 21, 2022. The council will consider a resolution to amend the Council Communication Policy during the open session. A closed session is also scheduled regarding potential litigation in Nelson Esparza v. City of Fresno.

• Resolution to amend the Council Communication Policy
• Potential litigation: Nelson Esparza v. City of Fresno

Planning Commission

The commission is reviewing the West Area Neighborhoods Specific Plan and its Final Environmental Impact Report. This includes proposals to repeal the West Area Community Plan and rezone approximately 1,172 acres of property. The agenda also includes two residential subdivision projects and amendments to mixed-use development codes.

• Rezoning of approximately 1,172 acres within the West Area Neighborhoods Specific Plan area
• Proposed 73-lot single-family residential development on E Church Avenue
• Proposed 27-lot single-family residential development on E Floradora
• Amendments to Fresno Municipal Code regarding mixed-use development

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing to receive input on Measure P allocations, the annual PARCS Department Budget, and Capital Improvement Plans. The agenda also includes discussions regarding subcommittee reports for the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan.

• Public hearing for Measure P allocations and PARCS Department Budget (ID 22-1156)
• Discussion of Cultural Arts Plan subcommittee report
• Discussion of Parks Master Plan subcommittee report
• Approval of July 11, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The Fresno City Council will hold a special closed session meeting to discuss legal and property matters. The council will meet with counsel regarding existing litigation and a claim against the city. Additionally, officials will negotiate terms for acquiring property located at 809 E Olive Ave.

• Negotiation of acquisition terms for 809 E Olive Ave
• Litigation: J & A Mash & Barrel, LLC. v. Superior Court of Fresno County
• Claim by Adventure Church against City of Fresno

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a hearing regarding application P22-01337 for a sign at Sun Stereo. Staff recommends approving the application with conditions and an environmental exemption.

• Sign installation at 736/742 Fulton St (Sun Stereo)
• Application P22-01337

City Council

The Fresno City Council will hold a special closed session meeting on July 12, 2022. The session includes a conference with labor negotiators regarding the Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1027 and the City of Fresno Management Employees Association, Unit 14.

• Labor negotiations with ATU Local 1027 and CFMEA Unit 14

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold hearings regarding the establishment of an Outreach Committee and gather public input on Measure P allocations and the PARCS Department Budget. The meeting also includes subcommittee reports for the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan. Additionally, the body will elect its Chair and Vice Chair for the 2022/2023 fiscal year.

• Hearing to establish an Outreach Committee and define its roles and membership
• Public input session regarding Measure P allocations and the PARCS Department Budget
• Discussion of subcommittee reports for the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2022/2023
• Approval of minutes from June 6 and June 27, 2022 meetings

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal for a 73-lot single-family residential subdivision near East Church Avenue. The Commission will also consider a request to rezone approximately 5.57 acres at West Bullard Avenue and North Del Mar Avenue.

• Proposed 73-lot single-family residential subdivision on East Church Avenue
• Rezone application for property at 255 West Bullard Avenue
• Environmental Assessment No. T-6410 for the Church Avenue project
• Modification of zoning conditions for a 5.57-acre site in Council District 4

City Council

The City Council is meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023 budget, including salary, position, and appropriation resolutions. The agenda also includes discussions on housing, public safety, and infrastructure projects.

• Adoption of the FY 2023 Annual Appropriation Resolution
• Repair services agreement for Parkway Inn homeless shelter up to $5,406,505
• Development agreement for the 160-acre Parc West Project
• Agreement for 25 Axon Body 3 Flex cameras for the Airport
• Design services agreement for Milburn and Dakota New Park Project for $689,690

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing a proposal to allocate $10,000,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds to fifteen community-based organizations. Other agenda items include airport noise abatement contracts and updates to citywide development impact fees.

• $10,000,000 allocation of ARPA funding to 15 community-based organizations
• Contract for airport noise abatement services up to $958,771.55
• Amendment to West Creek Village development agreement regarding housing types
• $141,015 contract for Fancher Creek Trail Plan engineering services
• Amendments to citywide development impact fees

Disability Advisory Commission - Transportation

The Disability Advisory Commission - Transportation will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and hear reports from the ADA Coordinator and Secretary. The agenda includes presentations regarding Measure C updates and Handy Ride prioritization for employment.

• Approval of April 27, 2022, meeting minutes
• Approval of February 23, 2022, meeting minutes
• Presentation on Measure C updates
• Presentation on Handy Ride prioritization for employment

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review the Blackstone & McKinley Grade Separation Project update and a Bike Link presentation. The committee will also hear task force reports and staff updates on collision data through May 2022. Additionally, members will discuss forming an event planning committee.

• Blackstone & McKinley Grade Separation Project update
• Bike Link presentation
• PD enforcement and collision report through May 2022
• Formation of an event planning committee
• Palm/Belmont project update

City Council

The Fresno City Council is continuing its series of budget hearings that began on June 13, 2022. This session includes a hearing for the Police Department and an information item regarding the Airports Department.

• Police Department budget hearing (ID 22-982)
• Airports Department update (ID 22-981)

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The regular meeting of the Fresno Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission scheduled for June 20, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 27, 2022, at 5:30 P.M.

• No items were scheduled due to the cancellation.

City Council

The Fresno City Council is holding a special closed session meeting. The council will meet with legal counsel regarding existing litigation and negotiate terms for the acquisition of property at 809 E Olive Ave.

• Negotiation of property acquisition terms for 809 E Olive Ave
• Legal conference regarding J & A Mash & Barrel, LLC. v. Superior Court of Fresno County

City Council

The council will review budget hearings and approve several infrastructure and service contracts. This includes funding for emergency shelter operations and various road improvement projects. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Parc West development project.

• $1,664,000 agreement with Elevate Community Services for emergency shelter at Travel Inn
• $1,236,120 contract for Palm Avenue and Belmont Avenue Class IV Protected Bikeway Project
• $1,065,200 construction contract for Ericson Elementary Neighborhood Street Improvements
• $983,640 purchase of a Caterpillar 740GC water tanker truck
• Development agreement for the ±160-acre Parc West Project

City Council

The Fresno City Council is continuing budget hearings that began on June 14, 2022. Scheduled discussions include budgets for Economic Development, the City Attorney’s Office, and the Office of the Mayor & City Manager. A joint meeting will also receive an annual report and consider the FY 2022-2023 Program Income Budget.

• Budget hearing for Economic Development
• Budget hearing for City Attorney’s Office
• Budget hearing for Office of Mayor & City Manager / General City Purpose
• Budget hearing for City Council Offices
• Approval of FY 2022-2023 Program Income Budget for the Housing Successor

Planning Commission

The Fresno Planning Commission is reviewing applications for a new 73-lot residential subdivision near East Church Avenue. The commission will also consider a text amendment regarding electrified fences and a rezoning request for property at West Bullard Avenue.

• Proposed 73-lot single-family residential subdivision near East Church Avenue
• Text amendment to Fresno Municipal Code regarding electrified fence zones
• Rezoning of ±5.57 acres at West Bullard Avenue and North Del Mar Avenue

City Council

The Fresno City Council is continuing budget hearings that began on June 13, 2022. This session includes scheduled discussions for several city departments. A joint meeting will also address the annual report and program income budget for the Housing Successor to the Redevelopment Agency.

• Department of Transportation budget hearing
• Information Services Department budget hearing
• Planning and Development Department budget hearing
• Personnel Services Department budget hearing
• Joint meeting regarding Housing Successor to the Redevelopment Agency budget

Disability Advisory Commission

The Disability Advisory Commission will meet to select its Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2023. The agenda also includes selecting an Awards Task Force and receiving reports from subcommittees.

• Selection of FY23 Chair/Vice Chair
• Awards Task Force selection
• Approval of May 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Transportation Subcommittee report
• Housing Subcommittee report

City Council

The City Council is commencing a series of continuous budget hearings. The agenda includes reviews of the General Fund Overview and budgets for the Fire, Finance, Convention Center/Stadium, PARCS, and Public Utilities departments.

• General Fund Overview by Budget and Management Studies Division (ID 22-959)
• Fire Department budget hearing (ID 22-960)
• Finance Department budget hearing (ID 22-962)
• Convention Center / Stadium budget hearing (ID 22-961)
• Parks, After School, Recreation and Community Services (PARCS) budget hearing (ID 22-963)

City Council

The Fresno City Council is considering several infrastructure projects and service contracts. Items include water well rehabilitation, wastewater facility expansion, and vehicle purchases for city departments. The council will also review proclamations and updates to the city fee schedule.

• $2,179,000 construction contract for substation expansion at Fresno-Clovis Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility
• $4,139,218 purchase of 97 Ford vehicles for various city departments
• Annual contracts for water well rehabilitation in the East and West Quadrants totaling over $1.8 million per year
• $571,020 construction contract for sanitary sewer pipeline rehabilitation on Gettysburg Avenue
• Extension of property management agreement for The Valley Inn to provide temporary shelter

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings to receive input on Measure P allocations and the annual PARCS Department Budget. The body will also consider adopting Fiscal Year 2023 PARCS Department Measure P budget recommendations for City Council consideration.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations and PARCS Department Budget (ID 22-934)
• Adoption of FY 2023 PARCS Department Measure P budget recommendations (ID 22-935)
• Subcommittee reports regarding the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 16, 2022, and May 31, 2022

Planning Commission

The commission will review several land use applications, including a proposal to rezone approximately 92.53 acres near East Vine Avenue to Light Industrial Employment. The meeting also includes consideration of a 272-lot residential subdivision and a workshop on a new industry overlay district.

• Subdivision of 35.55 acres at North Alicante Drive and North Willow Avenue into 272 single-family lots
• Rezoning of 92.53 acres near East Vine Avenue from Neighborhood Mixed Use to Light Industrial Employment
• Rezone application for 5.57 acres at West Bullard Avenue and North Del Mar Avenue
• Workshop on the Cleaner and Greener Neighborhood Industry Overlay District text amendment

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission will hold a workshop to present the Mayor’s Parks, After School, Recreation and Community Services Department Budget for Fiscal Year 2023. The session includes an opportunity for public comment.

• Workshop regarding the FY 2023 PARCS Department budget (ID 22-886)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider funding and agreements for affordable housing developments. This includes a resolution to support construction at 1101 N. Parkway Drive with up to $2,500,000 in city funds. The council will also review a $2.7 million agreement for the Sun Lodge project.

• Resolution supporting affordable housing development at 1101 N. Parkway Drive with up to $2,500,000
• $2.7 million HOME Investment Partnerships Program Agreement for the Sun Lodge project
• Rehabilitation of a former Days Inn Motel to create 64 units in west central Fresno

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and public utility agreements. Items include funding for wastewater treatment facilities and wellhead improvements. The council will also consider a side letter regarding police minimum staffing and appointments to the Planning Commission.

• $2.7 million agreement for the Sun Lodge affordable housing project
• $4,505,160 contract with Carollo Engineers, Inc. for wastewater treatment services
• Side letter of agreement with Fresno Police Officers Association regarding minimum staffing
• $855,935 construction contract to drill a new production well at Pump Station 372
• 10 percent increase to the maximum salary range for certain management and confidential classes

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss an update on the Blackstone & McKinley Grade Separation Project. The meeting also includes reviews of task force reports and staff updates regarding ATP grants.

• Blackstone & McKinley Grade Separation Project update
• Task force reports for Semi-Annual, FY22 Budget, Vision Zero, and PSA
• PD Enforcement & Collision Report
• ATP Grants Update
• Vote on ATP Non-Infrastructure Activities - PARCS

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing applications for maintenance on historic properties. This includes a request to reroof the Ed & Chrissie Riggins Home and a workshop regarding repairs to the Fresno Old Water Tower.

• Reroofing application for the Ed & Chrissie Riggins Home at 655 E. Pine Avenue
• Workshop on paint and roof repairs for the Fresno Old Water Tower at 2444 Fresno St
• Approval of April 25, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The commission will review several land use applications, including a 200-lot residential subdivision at East Florence and South Peach Avenues. They will also consider a proposal for a 477,470 square-foot food production and warehouse facility. Additionally, the commission will hear an appeal regarding a telecommunications tower on R Street.

• 200-lot single-family residential development at East Florence and South Peach Avenues
• Appeal for an 80-foot telecommunications tower at 640 R Street
• Rezoning of 5.57 acres at West Bullard Avenue and North Del Mar Avenue
• 477,470 square-foot food production and warehouse facility at South West and West Church Avenues

Planning Commission

The Fresno Planning Commission will consider the West Area Neighborhoods Specific Plan. The commission will also discuss a conditional use permit application for 3489 east Ventura Street and approve minutes from the May 12, 2022 meeting.

• West Area Neighborhoods Specific Plan (ID 22-833)
• Conditional Use Permit Application No. P22-00623 at 3489 east Ventura Street (ID 22-834)
• Approval of May 12, 2022 Planning Commission meeting minutes (ID 22-836)

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing to receive input on Measure P allocations and the annual PARCS Department Budget and Capital Improvement Plans. Workshops are scheduled to review the status of capital improvement projects and new park developments funded by Measure P FY 2022 funds. The meeting also includes subcommittee reports for the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations and the PARCS Department Budget
• Workshop on status of capital improvement projects funded by Measure P FY 2022 funds
• Workshop on new park and facility developments funded by Measure P FY 2022 funds
• Subcommittee reports for the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several infrastructure projects and ordinance amendments. Key items include major water main construction and updates to the city's fireworks regulations.

• $6,231,747 construction contract for Calwa Townsite water main replacement
• $6,500,000 agreement with Fresno Humane Animal Services for animal control services
• Amendments to the fireworks ordinance regarding social host liability and fines
• $1,194,460.10 contract for Granular Activated Carbon delivery and installation
• Donation of 5.53 acres at Belmont and DeWitt Avenues for housing development

Disability Advisory Commission

The commission will hear a presentation on the Active Transportation Program Grant Cycle 6. The meeting also includes updates on Measure C from the Transportation Subcommittee.

• Active Transportation Program (ATP) Grant Cycle 6 presentation
• Measure C updates
• Approval of April 12, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing development agreements for the Parc West and West Creek Village projects. The agenda also includes an appeal regarding a telecommunications tower at 640 R Street. Additionally, workshops will cover the Housing Element progress report and the Southwest Fresno Specific Plan.

• Development agreement for the ±160-acre Parc West Project on North Grantland Avenue
• Amendment to the development agreement for the ±115-acre West Creek Village Project
• Appeal regarding an 80-foot telecommunications tower at 640 R Street
• Rezone application for ±5.57 acres at West Bullard Avenue and North Del Mar Avenue
• Workshop on the Housing Element 2021 Annual Progress Report

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will discuss subcommittee reports for the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan. Workshops include updates on park ranger programs, Vinland Park courts, and new parking stations at Roeding and Woodward Parks. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding Measure P allocations and the PARCS Department Budget.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations and the PARCS Department Budget
• Workshop on the City Wide Park Ranger Program
• Update on the courts at Vinland Park
• Overview of new Pay on Foot parking stations at Roeding Park and Woodward Park
• Update on Measure P funding for the San Joaquin River Parkway

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several items including public safety improvements and infrastructure projects. Proposed actions include updating the fireworks ordinance and approving various service contracts. The council will also discuss cannabis business locations and funding for emergency shelters.

• $2,845,844 contract to upgrade Fresno Area Express transit software
• Amendments to the fireworks ordinance regarding social host liability and fines
• $965,000 agreement for design of new Fire Station No. 12
• $850,000 in CARES Act funds for the Step Up on 99 emergency shelter
• Amending retail cannabis business locations (Bill B-6)

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss reports from the Vision Zero, Budget, and PSA task forces. Staff will also present updates regarding grants, enforcement, and the committee work plan.

• Vote on Vision Zero Task Force report
• Vote on Annual Awards
• Discussion of FY22 Budget Task Force report
• Grants update discussion
• PD Enforcement & Collision Report discussion

City Council

The Fresno City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct two workshops. These sessions will cover the 'One Fresno Housing Plan' and the 'Here to Stay Report'.

• Workshop: Here to Stay Report (ID 22-627)
• Workshop: One Fresno Housing Plan (ID 22-628)
• Notice of Special Meeting (ID 22-626)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission is considering applications for historic feature preservation at Casa Di Fortuna and façade renovations for the Fresno Daily Expositor building. The meeting also includes a design review for the California High Speed Rail Belmont Overcrossing.

• Preservation of historic wall features at 5860 W Santa Ana Avenue
• Façade renovations for the Fresno Daily Expositor building at 1031 Fulton St
• Design proposal review for the California High Speed Rail Belmont Overcrossing
• Workshop on the reconstruction of the Abacus at 4191 N Blackstone Avenue

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several infrastructure and public safety items. This includes awarding a large contract for sewer rehabilitation and approving funds for radio signal improvements. The council will also consider amendments to cannabis retail location regulations.

• Award a $1,578,078 construction contract to Emmett’s Excavation, Inc. for sewer rehabilitation
• Approve a $232,444 agreement with Crown Castle for public safety radio signal improvements
• Amend the Fresno Municipal Code regarding the location of retail cannabis businesses
• Increase funding for various triage center security services through Turning Point of California, Inc.
• Purchase a Vactor sewer cleaning truck for $579,593

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review an amendment to the development agreement for the ±115-acre West Creek Village Project. The meeting also includes an appeal regarding a permit for an 80-foot telecommunications tower at 640 R Street. Additionally, workshops are scheduled regarding the Housing Element progress report and the Southwest Fresno Specific Plan.

• Amendment to Development Agreement for West Creek Village Project (±115 acres)
• Appeal of permit for an 80-foot telecommunications tower at 640 R Street
• Workshop on Housing Element 2021 Annual Progress Report
• Workshop on Southwest Fresno Specific Plan overview

Civil Service Board

The regular meeting of the Fresno Civil Service Board scheduled for April 20, 2022, was canceled. No items were scheduled for decision or discussion due to the cancellation.

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board is holding its regular meeting on April 19, 2022. The agenda includes a continued closed session regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release. Members of the public may also address unscheduled items within the Board's jurisdiction.

• ID 22-580: Closed Session regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission will discuss subcommittee reports regarding the Parks Master Plan and Cultural Arts Plan. The meeting includes a workshop on a proposed agreement with the Network for Culture and Arts Policy (PARCS). The Commission will also consider recommending a $150,000 appropriation to the City Council for consultant services.

• Resolution recommending $150,000 for Cultural Arts Plan consultant services
• Workshop on the Cultural Arts Plan and agreement with Network for Culture and Arts Policy (PARCS)
• Subcommittee reports on the Parks Master Plan and Cultural Arts Plan

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will meet to approve minutes from the March 22, 2022, meeting. The board will also continue a closed session regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Approval of March 22, 2022, meeting minutes (ID 22-579)
• Closed session regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release (ID 22-580)

Disability Advisory Commission

The Disability Advisory Commission will review comments regarding the DAC Housing Annual Action Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Disability Access and Education Fund. Additionally, subcommittees for transportation and housing are scheduled to provide reports.

• Presentation: Disability Access and Education Fund (ID 22-583)
• Review of DAC Housing Annual Action Plan comments (ID 22-582)
• Approval of March 8, 2022 meeting minutes (ID 22-581)
• Reports from Transportation and Housing subcommittees

City Council

The City Council will hold a special closed session meeting to discuss various items. This includes negotiating lease terms for properties such as Granite Park and 1231 Van Ness. The Council will also meet with legal counsel regarding existing and potential litigation.

• Negotiation of lease terms for properties including Granite Park, 1231 Van Ness, Grizzlies Stadium, and 524 Airport Rd
• Conference with legal counsel regarding Frazier, et al. v. City of Fresno, et al.
• Discussion on whether to initiate litigation against Central Valley Community Sports Foundation

City Council

The Fresno City Council will consider an amendment to a solar energy ground lease at the Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility. The council will also vote on a resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings for 30 days. Additionally, officials will meet in closed session regarding labor negotiations and property acquisition.

• Amendment to solar energy ground lease at Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility
• Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings for 30 days
• Closed session conference with various labor negotiators
• Property acquisition negotiations for 809 E. Olive Ave

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a proposal for a 26-lot single-family subdivision on North Chestnut Avenue. They will also review recommendations to the City Council regarding a development agreement for the ±160-acre Parc West Project. A workshop on California Senate Bill 330 is also scheduled.

• Proposed 26-lot single-family subdivision near North Chestnut Avenue
• Development Agreement recommendation for the ±160-acre Parc West Project
• Environmental Assessment approval for Tract Map No. 6370
• Workshop on California Senate Bill 330 (Housing Crisis Act of 2019)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will hold workshops regarding a mitigation plan for the Casa De Fortuna Building and the relocation of a dog park in Roeding Park. Staff will also provide updates on historic name reviews and fire damage assessments for several local buildings.

• Workshop: mitigation and interpretation plan for Casa De Fortuna Building at 5870 W Santa Ana
• Workshop: proposed dog park relocation within Roeding Park at 890 W Belmont Ave
• Staff update: historic name review for Sun Stereo warehouse at 736 Fulton Street
• Staff update: fire damage and preservation feasibility for Bow On Association Building at 934 F Street

Disability Advisory Commission - Housing

The commission will address the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan Public Draft through a task force. The meeting also includes reports from the DAC Secretary and ADA Coordinator, and approval of January 28, 2022, meeting minutes.

• Review of 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan Public Draft comments
• Approval of January 28, 2022, meeting minutes
• Reports from the DAC Secretary and ADA Coordinator

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including grants, contracts, and service agreements. Key discussions involve funding for a new residential development on North Blackstone Avenue and agreements for emergency homeless shelters. The agenda also includes various infrastructure and utility service contracts.

• $1,843,572 grant from SJVAPCD for 88 multifamily units at 1501 N. Blackstone Avenue
• Agreements with Elevate Community Services to operate Ambassador Inn and Villa Motel as homeless shelters
• $670,408 contract with Trapeze Software Group for transit software maintenance and purchase
• $1,269,194 construction contract for traffic signal and sidewalk improvements at Gettysburg and Polk Avenues
• $1,010,155 annual contract for truck bodies from Douglas Truck Bodies

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review a Wayfinding Plan presentation and discuss several task forces, including FY22 Budget and Vision Zero. The agenda also includes discussions on annual awards, Bike Month, and police enforcement and collision reports.

• Wayfinding Plan presentation
• Vision Zero Task Force presentation and discussion
• PD Enforcement & Collision Report discussion
• FY22 Budget Task Force discussion
• Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee Work Plan discussion

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will hold a closed session hearing regarding an appeal for public employee discipline, dismissal, or release under ID 22-398. The agenda also includes time for unscheduled communications from the public.

• Hearing on appeal ID 22-398 regarding public employee discipline/dismissal/release

Fresno City Council Finance and Audit Committee

The Fresno City Council Finance and Audit Committee is holding a special meeting to consider direction regarding City audits. The committee will also approve the agenda and minutes from the February 23, 2021, regular meeting.

• Discussion concerning direction for City audits (ID 22-506)
• Approval of February 23, 2021, meeting minutes (ID 22-508)
• Notice of Special Meeting (ID 22-507)

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will meet to approve minutes from the January 20, 2022 meeting. The board will also schedule a hearing for a public employee discipline appeal and continue a closed session regarding employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Scheduling of a Public Employee Discipline Appeal Hearing (ID 22-397)
• Closed Session regarding continued public employee discipline, dismissal, or release (ID 22-398)
• Approval of January 20, 2022 meeting minutes (ID 22-394)

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The regular meeting of the Fresno Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission scheduled for March 21, 2022, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided during this session.

Planning Commission

The March 16, 2022, Planning Commission meeting was canceled, and all agenda items were continued to April 6, 2022. This included a hearing regarding a development agreement for the Parc West Project.

• Development Agreement for the Parc West Project involving approximately 160 acres

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several contract amendments and funding requests. This includes environmental services for the airport, police equipment upgrades, and new park developments.

• $361,014 amendment for airport groundwater contamination services
• Contracts up to $650,000 for dangerous structure demolition and hazardous material removal
• $170,346 increase for police vehicle radio equipment
• $1,995,000 appropriation for Milburn/Dakota New Park and Radio Park projects
• Construction of 78 affordable apartments at 1538 E. Clinton Avenue

City Council

The Fresno City Council is convening a special closed session meeting on March 10, 2022. The council will meet with legal counsel to discuss existing litigation involving the Police Department.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding Dennis Cooper vs. Nathan Hannah and City of Fresno (Case No. 19CECG04245)

Disability Advisory Commission

The Disability Advisory Commission will review a draft of the Travel by Trail, Fresno! Wayfinding Plan. The commission will also consider appointing Jerry Zuniga and Jillian Gaytan to the Housing Subcommittee.

• Presentation of the Travel by Trail, Fresno! Wayfinding Plan Public Review Draft
• Appointment of Jerry Zuniga to the DAC Housing Subcommittee
• Appointment of Jillian Gaytan to the DAC Housing Subcommittee
• Approval of January 11 and February 8, 2022, meeting minutes

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The regular meeting of the Fresno Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission scheduled for March 7, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for this date.

Planning Commission

The commission will review two tract maps for single-family residential developments near North Grantland Avenue. They will also consider an appeal regarding a conditional use permit for CDT Cocina at 805 East Olive Avenue.

• Subdivision of 15.25 acres into a 75-lot residential development
• Subdivision of 27.63 acres into a 149-lot residential development
• Alcohol license permit for CDT Cocina at 805 East Olive Avenue

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing requests for Mills Act historical property contracts for various Fresno homes. The meeting also includes workshops regarding the reconstruction of the Abacus and a mitigation plan for the Casa De Fortuna Building. Additionally, staff will provide updates on maintenance needs at specific historic sites.

• Approval of Mills Act contracts for properties including 927 E Weldon Ave. and 3228 E Huntington Blvd.
• Workshop on the reconstruction of the Abacus at 4191 N Blackstone Avenue.
• Workshop on a mitigation plan for Casa De Fortuna Building at 5870 W. Santa Ana.
• Staff update on maintenance needed at Thomas R. Meux Home due to vandalism.
• Staff update on maintenance needed at Elia Home following a code enforcement visit.

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold hearings regarding FY23 budget recommendations for the PARCS Department and Public Works. These discussions include reviewing Measure P allocations and the Beautify Fresno Initiative. The meeting also includes subcommittee reports on the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations and PARCS Department budget
• Adoption of FY23 PARCS Department budget recommendations for City Council consideration
• Review of Public Works budget recommendations including street beautification and litter removal
• Presentation of the Fresno Active Transportation Plan
• Subcommittee reports on the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan

Disability Advisory Commission - Transportation

The Disability Advisory Commission will review minutes from the December 2021 meeting. The agenda includes presentations regarding transportation to cooling or warming centers, the Safe Place Program, and Measure C updates.

• Approval of December 15, 2021, meeting minutes (ID 22-364)
• Presentation: Transportation to Cooling/Warming Centers (ID 22-366)
• Presentation: Safe Place Program and FAX Safety (ID 22-367)
• Presentation: Measure C Updates (ID 22-368)

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review the February 23, 2022 agenda and previous meeting minutes. The committee will also hear reports from several task forces, including Vision Zero and the FY22 Budget Task Force. Staff presentations include updates on the Barstow Class IV Project and the Complete Street Policy.

• Barstow Class IV Project discussion
• Vision Zero Task Force report
• FY22 Budget Task Force report
• PD Enforcement & Collision Report
• Complete Street Policy update

City Council

The council will review several contracts and budget amendments, including police equipment purchases and transit fare updates. Items also include funding for affordable housing projects and the addition of over 100 city positions.

• $11,631,119 construction contract for Fresno Area Express Facility Improvement project
• $2,153,261 purchase of patrol vehicle hardware and safety equipment for the Police Department
• $2,000,000 appropriation from ARPA funds for the 911 Call Center
• $3,500,000 potential contribution for affordable housing at 1240 N. Crystal
• $2,109,211.84 contract for up to 75 marked patrol BMW motorcycles

City Council

The Fresno City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss two amendments to the Annual Appropriation Resolution. The council will consider allocating FY 2022 General Fund surplus and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to various departments.

• 54th amendment to appropriate FY 2022 General Fund surplus
• 55th amendment to appropriate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to consider appeals of the City Manager's decisions regarding approved retail commercial cannabis business permits. The hearings involve properties located on West Ashlan Avenue, F Street, and Fulton Street.

• Appeal of cannabis permit C-20-3 for 4248 W Ashlan Avenue
• Appeal of cannabis permit CSE-20-68 for 1142 F Street
• Appeal of cannabis permit CSE-20-23 for 505-507 Fulton Street

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to approve the agenda and consider a resolution regarding emergency meeting conditions. The council will discuss authorizing remote teleconference meetings for an additional 30 days.

• Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings for 30 days (ID 22-338)
• Approval of the meeting agenda (ID 22-339)

City Council

The council will review several items including large-scale infrastructure contracts and budget amendments. Proposed actions include a multi-million dollar energy efficiency program and funding for affordable housing. The meeting also includes the authorization of over 100 new city positions.

• $17,947,480 contract for energy efficiency and sustainability projects
• Potential $6,180,000 contribution for affordable housing at 200 N. Salma
• Up to $2,200,000 grant application for violence intervention programming
• Authorization of 107 full-time and two part-time city positions
• $20,526,200 appropriation for Public Works programs and projects

Disability Advisory Commission

The Disability Advisory Commission will hold workshops regarding the FY21 Complete Streets Annual Report and committee presentation topics. The meeting also includes reports from the ADA Coordinator and updates from the transportation and housing subcommittees.

• Workshop: Complete Streets Annual Report (ID 22-290)
• Workshop: Committee Presentation Topics (ID 22-292)
• Approval of January 11, 2022, meeting minutes (ID 22-293)
• Transportation and Housing subcommittee reports

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding Measure P allocations and the annual PARCS Department Budget. The meeting includes reviewing park prioritization strategies to inform FY23 budget recommendations for City Council. Subcommittee reports on the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan are also scheduled for discussion.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations and annual PARCS Department Budget (ID 22-277)
• Review of park prioritization strategy for FY23 budget recommendations (ID 22-278)
• Adoption of FY23 PARCS Department Budget and Capital Improvement Plans recommendations (ID 22-278)
• Subcommittee reports on Cultural Arts Plan, Highest Needs Neighborhoods, and Parks Master Plan

Planning Commission

The Fresno Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 2, 2022, was canceled. All agenda items were continued to the meeting on February 16, 2022. This includes a hearing regarding a development agreement for the Parc West Project.

• Cancellation of the February 2, 2022, Planning Commission meeting
• Continuation of the Parc West Project development agreement hearing to February 16, 2022

Disability Advisory Commission - Housing

The Disability Advisory Commission - Housing will review a presentation regarding the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan and the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the November 19, 2021, subcommittee meeting.

• Presentation of 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan and HOME-ARP Allocation Plan
• Approval of November 19, 2021 DAC Housing Subcommittee Minutes

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several contracts and property acquisitions. This includes proposals to purchase the Ambassador Inn and Villa Motel to provide temporary shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness. Other items involve utility fee studies and water well rehabilitation contracts.

• Purchase of The Ambassador Inn for $3,304,000 for temporary homeless shelter
• Purchase of The Villa Motel for $2,430,000 for temporary homeless shelter
• $800,000 agreement with Self-Help Enterprises for affordable housing in southwest Fresno
• $948,320 annual contract for rehabilitating public water supply wells
• $139,689 contract for a study to update citywide utility connection fees

City Council

The Fresno City Council is holding a special meeting to review administrative items. The council will consider successor agreements with the Fresno Police Officers Association for both non-supervisory officers and management. Additionally, a resolution to suspend the Labor Management Act for 14 days will be reviewed.

• Resolution suspending the Labor Management Act for 14 days
• Successor Memorandum of Understanding for Unit 4 - Non-Supervisory Police
• Successor Memorandum of Understanding for Unit 9 - Police Management

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review a presentation regarding safe access to Woodward Park. The meeting includes votes on the committee charter update and leadership nominations. Staff will also provide updates on grants, collision reports, and budget task forces.

• Presentation on safer access to Woodward Park
• Vote on BPAC Charter update
• Vote on Chair/Vice Chair nominations and term expirations
• Discussion of PD Enforcement & Collision Report
• Discussion of FY22 Budget Task Force report

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider several requests for Mills Act historical property contracts for various homes. The meeting includes hearings on exterior alterations for the Bixler Vapor Building and new signage for the Tower Theater. Members will also discuss relocating the Calwa Park Rocket.

• Approval of Mills Act contracts for five properties, including 927 E Weldon Ave
• Exterior alterations for the Bixler Vapor Building at 2049 N Broadway St
• Relocation of the Calwa Park Rocket at 4545 E. Church Ave
• Installation of illuminated signs at the Tower Theater, 805 E. Olive Ave

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold hearings regarding Measure P allocations and the annual PARCS budget. Members will also review a park prioritization strategy for FY23 recommendations. Additionally, the body will consider proposed changes to the department's master fee schedule.

• Proposed updates to the PARCS Department Master Fee Schedule
• Public input on Measure P allocations and annual PARCS budget
• Review of park prioritization strategy for FY23 recommendations
• Workshop on status of projects funded by Measure P funds

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will conduct closed sessions regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release. The board also plans to schedule meetings for upcoming discipline appeal hearings.

• Closed Session: Public Discipline/Dismissal/Release (ID 21-1002)
• Closed Session: Public Discipline/Dismissal/Release (ID 22-169)
• Scheduling a Public Employee Discipline Appeal Hearing (ID 21-998)
• Scheduling a Public Employee Discipline Appeal Hearing (ID 22-93)

City Council

The Fresno City Council will hold a special closed session meeting on January 20, 2022. The purpose of the session is to conduct a conference with labor negotiators representing various employee organizations.

• Conference with labor negotiators regarding multiple employee organizations
• Approval of the meeting agenda

Planning Commission

The commission will review meeting minutes from February and March 2021. Two workshops are scheduled regarding cannabis regulations and displacement avoidance. A hearing for the Parc West Project has been continued to February 2, 2022.

• Workshop on cannabis process, regulations, and procedures
• Workshop on displacement avoidance
• Approval of meeting minutes from Feb 3, Feb 17, and March 3, 2021

City Council

The Fresno City Council meeting includes discussions on allocating American Rescue Plan Act funds and settling opioid litigation claims. The council will also consider a special tax for a community facilities district and updates to utility billing procedures.

• Appropriating $38,155,000 from ARPA funds for citywide operational support
• Authorizing settlements in National Prescription Opiate Litigation against Janssen and distributor defendants
• Hearing on annexing territory and levying a special tax for Community Facilities District No. 9
• Creating a special fund for the Fresno Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District
• Amending municipal code regarding billing and collection for municipal utilities

City Council

The Fresno City Council will elect new leadership and review several municipal contracts. Proposed actions include funding for airport environmental testing and water treatment system upgrades. The council will also consider adding three full-time positions to the City Attorney's Office.

• $3,278,014.60 contract for bus stop improvements along Shaw and Cedar Avenues
• $362,776 agreement with BSK Associates for PFAS testing at Fresno Yosemite International Airport
• Addition of three full-time positions to the City Attorney's Office
• $352,800 purchase agreement with SUEZ for ozone system upgrades
• $612,200 purchase of a new access control system from Johnson Controls Inc.

Disability Advisory Commission

The Disability Advisory Commission will approve minutes from the November 9, 2021, meeting and hear reports from the ADA Coordinator and Secretary. The agenda also includes presentations on the City of Fresno job application process and reviews of subcommittee appointments.

• Approval of November 9, 2021, meeting minutes
• Presentation on City of Fresno Job Application Process
• Review of Transportation Subcommittee member appointments
• Review of Housing Subcommittee member appointments

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing to receive input on Measure P allocations and the annual PARCS Department Budget and Capital Improvement Plans. The meeting also includes a hearing regarding the adoption of a park prioritization strategy for FY23 budget recommendations.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations and the PARCS Department Budget (ID 22-89)
• Hearing regarding the adoption of a park prioritization strategy for FY23 budget recommendations (ID 22-90)
• Subcommittee reports on Cultural Arts Plan, Highest Needs Neighborhoods, and Parks Master Plan
• Approval of minutes from the December 20, 2021 meeting

Planning Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Fresno Planning Commission for January 5, 2022, was canceled. All agenda items were continued to the meeting on January 19, 2022. The document contains only standard procedural information and public comment instructions.

• No specific projects or ordinances were listed due to meeting cancellation