Fresno public meetings in 2023

Planning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for December 20, 2023, has been cancelled. All agenda items have been continued to the meeting on January 3, 2024.

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review requests for historical property contracts and physical changes to historic sites. This includes discussing the removal of a coffee can sign and potential renovations at Twining Laboratories.

• Removal and potential donation of the Dale Bros. Coffee Can Sign to Fresno County Historical Museum
• Mills Act historical property contracts for 3537 E Huntington Blvd and 655 East Pine Avenue
• Proposed signage, fencing, and parking lot changes at Twining Laboratories at 2527 Fresno St
• Development permit consultation for 1470 E Bulldog Lane

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The commission will discuss subcommittee reports regarding the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan. The meeting includes hearings for public input on Measure P allocations and the annual PARCS Department budget. Additionally, members will review recommended changes to the FY25 master fee schedule for various park facilities.

• Proposed changes to the FY25 PARCS Department Master Fee Schedule
• Public input on Measure P allocations and Parks Master Plan updates
• Adoption of the 2024 PRAC meeting calendar
• Subcommittee reports on Cultural Arts and Parks Master Plans

City Council

The City Council will review several items including storefront leases for Downtown Parking Garage 9, vehicle purchases, and grant funding for the Animal Center. The agenda also includes a proposal regarding aquatics programming reimbursement from Fresno Unified School District.

• Three-year lease agreements for Downtown Parking Garage 9 units at 1231 Van Ness, 1241 Van Ness, and 1245 Van Ness
• $182,200 grant for the Animal Center Sniptember Grant
• Purchase of 81 Ford vehicles totaling $4,421,353 from Swanson Fahrney Ford
• Seven-year lease agreement with 747 R Street, LLC for $800,301.60 annually
• Citywide requirements contract for electrical and lighting products not to exceed $850,000 per year

Disability Advisory Commission - Transportation

The Disability Advisory Commission – Transportation holds a routine meeting focused on administrative approvals and two discussion items. Commissioners will review changes to Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) and APS policies. These updates address how city infrastructure and services accommodate residents with disabilities. The agenda contains no scheduled votes or binding decisions.

• Approval of draft minutes from the October 25, 2023 sub-committee meeting
• Discussion on Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) update
• Discussion on APS policy updates
• ADA coordinator and secretary reports

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will hold a regular meeting at City Hall. The agenda includes continued business regarding a closed session item related to public employee discipline or dismissal.

• ID 23-1687 Closed Session: Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will conduct several closed session items regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release. The agenda includes scheduling appeal hearings and reviewing findings of previous disciplinary matters.

• Schedule appeal hearings for ID 23-1685
• Schedule appeal hearings for ID 23-1686
• Schedule appeal hearings for ID 23-1700
• Review findings for ID 23-1814
• Hearing on appeal for ID 23-1687

Mobilehome Park Rent Review and Stabilization Commission

The regular meeting of the Mobilehome Park Rent Review and Stabilization Commission scheduled for December 12, 2023, was canceled. All agenda items were continued to the January 9, 2024, meeting.

Tower District Specific Plan Implementation Committee

The committee will review the November 14, 2023, meeting minutes and consider a revised meeting schedule for 2024. The agenda also includes updates from five subcommittees and a report on the Targeted Revitalization Strategy.

• Approval of November 14, 2023, meeting minutes
• Consideration of the Revised Committee Meeting Schedule for Calendar Year 2024
• Implementation Role Subcommittee update
• Historic Preservation Subcommittee update
• Land Use, Zoning, & Entertainment District Subcommittee update

Disability Advisory Commission

The Fresno Disability Advisory Commission meets to approve October minutes, set the 2024 meeting calendar, and appoint subcommittee members. Commissioners will also review updates from transportation and housing groups focused on accessibility for residents with disabilities.

• Approve minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting
• Set the official 2024 meeting calendar for the commission
• Appoint members to advisory subcommittees
• Review updates from the Transportation and Housing subcommittees

Women's Commission

The Women's Commission is meeting in a special session to review several action items. The commission will consider the 2024 meeting schedule and past scholarship program applicants.

• Approval of the 2024 Women’s Commission Schedule
• Approval of Past Scholarship Program Applicants
• Presentation from the City Clerk’s Office
• Presentation from the City Attorney’s Office

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several contracts and policy amendments. This includes a $5.2 million construction contract for Chinatown infrastructure and an agreement to operate warming centers. The council will also consider salary increases for various city positions.

• $5,296,359 construction contract for Chinatown Sustainable Transportation Infrastructure and Urban Greening projects
• $356,500 agreement with Poverello House to operate City of Fresno warming centers
• Salary range increases for Police Cadet I, Lifeguards, and other classifications
• $805,471 purchase of three Kenworth T880 dump trucks for Public Works
• $300,000 grant application for the Outdoor Equity Grants Program

Planning Commission

The commission will consider an application to annex approximately 141 acres of property near West Ashlan Avenue into the City of Fresno. This proposal includes pre-zoning various parcels for residential and open space uses. Additionally, the commission will hear an appeal regarding a conditional use permit for an alcohol license at a service station.

• Annexation and pre-zoning of ~141 acres near West Ashlan Avenue
• Appeal for an alcohol license at a service station and market south of W Ashlan Avenue
• Adoption of the 2024 Planning Commission meeting schedule

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review a request to remove the Dale Bros. Coffee Can Sign at 1420-1432 H St. and discuss structural masonry repairs for Roessler Winery. The meeting also includes updates on several historic properties and the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Request to remove the Dale Bros. Coffee Can Sign at 1420-1432 H St.
• Structural repairs for a masonry wall at Roessler Winery (HP#29)
• Update regarding historic 'G' sign at Old Guarantee Building, 1177 Fulton Mall
• Update regarding status of Jose Garcia Brewer Adobe Building at 5901 W Shaw
• Approval of the 2024 Historic Preservation Commission meeting schedule

Mobilehome Park Rent Review and Stabilization Commission

The Commission will meet to review a rent increase application submitted by Harmony Communities for the La Hacienda Mobile Estates park. The body must decide whether to approve the full $350.00 requested or a different amount based on Fresno Municipal Code.

• Rent increase application for La Hacienda Mobile Estates by Harmony Communities
• Proposed $350.00 rent increase

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission will hold hearings regarding the FY 2025 PARCS Department budget and capital projects. The meeting includes discussions on updates to the Parks Master Plan and Cultural Arts Plan.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations, Parks Master Plan, and Cultural Arts Plan
• Public hearing on FY 2025 budget build for capital projects, after school, recreation, community services, trails, beautification, and the San Joaquin River Parkway
• Presentation of the FY 2025 budget build process
• Recommendation to City Council regarding PARCS Department FY 2025 budget expenditures

Disability Advisory Commission - Housing

The regular meeting scheduled for November 17, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The agenda included discussion items regarding housing at the Senior Center and approval of previous subcommittee minutes.

• Regular Meeting - CANCELLED (QUORUM)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including state funding for the Downtown Fresno Infrastructure Plan and local immigrant integration grants. The agenda also includes various contract amendments for public works, police forensics, and community center remodeling.

• Downtown Fresno Infrastructure Plan state funding acceptance
• $496,874 consultant agreement for Last Mile broadband deployment
• $380,650 Local Immigrant Integration and Inclusion Grant Program funding
• $748,158 purchase of two PB Loaders for Department of Public Works
• $253,673 Habitat for Humanity agreement for a house at 64 E. Atchison Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an amendment to the Fresno Municipal Code regarding appeal hearing dates. They will also review a proposal for a 33-lot single family residential subdivision on approximately 7.71 acres near East Florence Avenue.

• Text Amendment P23-02808: amending Section 15-3314 of the Fresno Municipal Code to change required appeal hearing dates from 30 to 45 days
• Tentative Tract Map No. 6392: a proposed 33-lot single family residential development on approximately 7.71 acres south of East Florence Avenue, between South Walnut and South Fruit Avenues
• Planned Development Permit Application No. P23-02692: proposing modifications to RS-3 zone standards for lot width, area, and front yard setbacks

Disability Advisory Commission

The commission is meeting to review its 2024 calendar and upcoming December 2023 schedule. Action items include discussions on the Senior Center and blue curb policy. Members will also address subcommittee alternates and removals.

• Blue Curb Policy Discussion
• DAC Calendar for 2024 and December 2023
• Senior Center discussion
• Subcommittee Alternates and Removals
• Approval of October 10, 2023 meeting minutes

Mobilehome Park Rent Review and Stabilization Commission

The Commission will hold a hearing regarding a rent increase application submitted by Harmony Communities for the La Hacienda Mobile Estates park. The body may approve the full $350.00 requested increase, a 6.6% automatic increase plus an additional amount, or only the 6.6% automatic increase.

• Rent increase hearing for La Hacienda Mobile Estates (Harmony Communities)
• Proposed $350.00 rent increase application
• Approval of October 24, 2023 meeting minutes

Tower District Specific Plan Implementation Committee

The committee will review presentations regarding the creation of a Tower Entertainment District. The agenda also includes an introduction to the One Fresno Ambassador Program in Tower and updates from five subcommittees.

• Presentation on recommendations for a Tower Entertainment District
• Introduction to the One Fresno Ambassador Program in Tower
• Consideration of the 2024 committee meeting schedule
• Updates from five subcommittees including Historic Preservation and Land Use

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will discuss subcommittee reports regarding the Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan. The meeting includes a workshop and hearing focused on the FY 2025 budget for landscape, trails, beautification, and the San Joaquin River Parkway.

• Subcommittee report: Cultural Arts Plan
• Subcommittee report: Parks Master Plan
• Workshop: Overview of FY 2024 Landscape, Trails, Beautification, & San Joaquin River Parkway
• Hearing: PARCS Department's FY 2025 Budget Build regarding capital projects and programs
• Hearing: Allocations related to Measure P and the Parks Master Plan

City Council

The City Council will review several high-value construction and service contracts, including water treatment and public utility projects. The agenda also includes discussions on housing agreements, grant applications for West Fresno, and various city proclamations.

• $3,533,654 contract for Northeast Surface Water Treatment Facility sludge drying beds
• $1,072,670 for West Fresno Community Centers Rehabilitation Planning Project
• $253,673 agreement with Habitat for Humanity Fresno County for 64 E. Atchison Street
• Up to $12 million in grant applications for West Fresno environmental justice projects
• Increase of $97,754 for Pump Station 117 operational programming

City Council

The Fresno City Council will hold a special meeting on November 2, 2023. The agenda includes approving the meeting agenda and a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation involving the Lance-Kashian Company.

• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation involving Lance-Kashian Company

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider an amendment to the Fresno Municipal Code regarding zone districts where razor wire fencing is permitted. They will also review a proposal to subdivide approximately 11.79 acres into a 66-lot single-family residential development.

• Text Amendment Application No. P23-01018: Amending Section 15-2009 of the Fresno Municipal Code regarding razor wire fencing
• Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 6388/UGM: Proposed 66-lot single-family residential development on the north side of West Ashlan Avenue

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold a hearing regarding the PARCS Department's FY 2025 budget build, including capital projects and community services. The meeting includes workshops on the Park Ranger Program and after-school programs to inform future budgeting.

• Workshop: Park Ranger Program (Fresno Police Department)
• Workshop: FY 2024 After School, Recreation, and Community Services Programs
• Hearing: PARCS Department FY 2025 Budget Build regarding capital projects, school, recreation, community services, trails, beautification, and the San Joaquin River Parkway
• Hearing: Allocations related to Measure P, Parks Master Plan updates, and Cultural Arts Plan

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will review findings from a closed session regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release. This item is a continuation of old business under ID 23-1542. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Review of findings for public employee discipline/dismissal/release (ID 23-1542)

Disability Advisory Commission - Transportation

The Disability Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting to review previous subcommittee minutes and receive reports from the secretary and ADA coordinator. The commission is also scheduled to discuss Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG).

• Approval of the Disability Advisory Transportation Sub-committee Minutes from August 23, 2023
• Discussion regarding Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG)

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss a memorial for those killed in traffic fatalities and the policy for monuments on city property. Members will also address task force reports, upcoming summit events, and leadership elections.

• Memorial for those killed in Traffic Fatalities discussion
• Administrative Order 6-27 Policy for Monuments and Memorials discussion
• Safety Task Force report
• World Day of Remembrance Task Force report
• Memorial Fund Task Force discussion/action

Mobilehome Park Rent Review and Stabilization Commission

The Mobilehome Park Rent Review and Stabilization Commission is holding a special meeting to establish its governing procedures. The commission will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson, adopt its bylaws, and set the 2023-2024 meeting calendar.

• Election of Commission Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Adoption of Commission Bylaws
• Adoption of 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Meeting Calendar
• Scheduling of rent increase hearing for La Hacienda Mobile Estate
• Workshop on commission role and open meeting laws

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing applications for property modifications. This includes replacing windows and doors at 1458 E. Divisadero St. and installing a temporary citrus mural at 301 Van Ness Ave.

• Window and door replacement at 1458 E. Divisadero St.
• Installation of Peelz Citrus Mural at 301 Van Ness Ave.
• Updates on architectural review and plaque & naming subcommittees

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several budget amendments and service contracts. Proposed actions include allocating funds for airport planning, fire department equipment, and homeless youth housing services.

• Reclassification of $14,915,600 in ARPA fund budgets
• $2,700,000 contract for firefighting turnouts
• $2,525,100 purchase of Dell laptops and desktops
• $440,625 contract for City Hall parking lot security cameras
• $200,000 for Valley Dream Center gymnasium improvements

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider subdividing approximately 4.97 acres of property into a one-lot subdivision for condominiums. This item is a continuation from the October 4, 2023 meeting. The commission will also hold a workshop on how to read and use the development code.

• Subdivision of 4.97 acres at North Fowler and East Princeton Avenues for condominiums
• Adoption of Environmental Assessment No. T-6346
• Workshop on 'How to Read and Use the Development Code'

Tower District Specific Plan Implementation Committee

The committee will review staff responses to public feedback regarding development prototypes and historic preservation. A workshop by WRT Design will address circulation and parks policy recommendations. Members will also elect a new Vice Chair and consider the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Workshop by WRT Design on Circulation and Parks and Policy Recommendations
• Update on public feedback regarding Development Prototypes and Historic Preservation
• Election of the Committee Vice Chair
• Consideration of the 2024 meeting schedule
• Staff update on the October 24 community meeting at Root Access

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The commission will hold hearings regarding the FY 2025 budget build for PARCS Department capital projects. The meeting includes a review of draft Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant Guidelines. Additionally, the commission will receive public input on Measure P allocations and updates to the Parks Master Plan.

• FY 2025 PARCS Department Capital Project Portfolio budget build hearing
• Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant Guidelines review
• Measure P allocation and Parks Master Plan updates hearing
• Approval of September 25, 2023, meeting minutes

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will hold a regular meeting at City Hall. The agenda includes a closed session regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Closed Session: Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release (ID 23-1479)

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will conduct several closed session items regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release. The agenda also includes a review of an application for the Database Administrator position.

• Rejection of Database Administrator application
• Scheduling of multiple appeal hearings regarding employee discipline/dismissal/release
• Review of findings regarding public employee discipline/dismissal/release

Disability Advisory Commission

The Disability Advisory Commission will meet to conduct regular business including the approval of previous minutes. The agenda includes leadership selection and reviews of subcommittee members.

• Approval of April 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• FY24 Chair/Vice Chair Selection
• Review of Housing and Transportation subcommittee members
• DAC Awards Conversation
• Transportation Subcommittee report

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several grant applications, construction contracts, and new ordinances. Items include funding requests for environmental remediation and infrastructure projects like the Peach Avenue Widening Project. The council will also consider an appeal regarding a development on North Bliss Avenue.

• $10 million grant application for remediation of 1457 H Street
• $4,809,694 construction contract for Peach Avenue Widening Project
• $1,774,274 construction contract for Butler Avenue and 8th Street signalization
• $2,300,406 contract increase for Downtown Area Water and Wastewater study
• Infectious Disease Lab Accountability and Transparency Ordinance

City Council

The Fresno City Council is convening a special meeting to consider a resolution clarifying the applicability of Community Facilities District 18. The session includes a roll call and an agenda approval before addressing the specific resolution.

• Resolution clarifying the applicability of Community Facilities District 18

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several land use items, including a subdivision for condominiums, a furniture showroom, and alcohol license upgrades. The meeting also includes hearings on various appeals regarding restaurant hours and food store licenses.

• Subdivision of 4.97 acres at North Fowler and East Princeton Avenues for condominium purposes
• Development permit for an approximately 104,867 square-foot furniture showroom on North Abby Street
• Appeal regarding a Type 21 alcohol license upgrade for Johnny Quik Food Store at 6940 West Barstow Avenue
• Appeal regarding extended hours of operation for a restaurant at 3045 West Bullard Avenue
• Development permit and parcel map for an office/warehouse project on approximately 48.03 acres near North Marks and West Nielsen Avenues

City Council

The Fresno City Council will review several contract agreements, including new food and news concessions at Fresno Yosemite International Airport. The agenda also includes $150,000 in ARPA funding for the Armenian Cultural Center. Other items involve equipment purchases for public works and police departments.

• Food and beverage concession agreement with SSP America at Fresno Yosemite International Airport
• News and convenience concession agreement with HG Fresno Concessionaires JV at Fresno Yosemite International Airport
• $150,000 in ARPA funding for the Armenian Cultural Center
• Purchase of a Lenco BearCat armored tactical vehicle for $398,765
• Application for approximately $11,800,000 in federal broadband deployment funding

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss several task force reports and staff updates regarding active transportation. Topics include a report on a trip to Münster, Germany, and discussions on safety and award task forces.

• Report on Trip to Münster, Germany
• Safety Task Force discussion
• ATAC Award Task Force discussion/action
• World Day of Remembrance Task Force discussion
• Striping on SB Perrin at Shepherd discussion

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will review several historic signage items and a workshop on the Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium improvement project. The agenda also includes reviews of city annual reports and staff updates regarding various subcommittees.

• Consultation on temporary removal and repair options for the 'G' sign at 1177 Fulton Mall
• Consultation on condition and options for the Dale Brothers Coffee can sign at 1420 H Street
• Workshop on the Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium improvement project
• Review of the City's CLG 2019-2020 Annual Report
• Review of the City's revised CLG 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 Annual Reports

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings to receive input on Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant Guidelines and Measure P allocations. The meeting also includes a workshop regarding the outreach summary for a new citywide senior activity center.

• Public hearing: Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant Guidelines (ID 23-139312.-A)
• Public hearing: Measure P allocations, Parks Master Plan, and Cultural Arts Plan updates (ID 23-134812.-B)
• Workshop: New Citywide Dedicated Senior Activity Center Phase 1 Outreach Summary Report (ID 23-142710.-A)
• Approval of August 21, 2023, meeting minutes

Disability Advisory Commission - Housing

The Disability Advisory Commission is holding a special meeting to review the Tower District Specific Plan refresh. The agenda also includes approval of previous subcommittee minutes and reports from staff.

• Approval of the DAC Housing Subcommittee minutes from July 28, 2023
• Presentation by Casey Lauderdale from Planning & Development on Tower District Specific Plan Update

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fresno Planning Commission scheduled for September 20, 2023, was cancelled. All agenda items were continued to the October 4, 2023, meeting.

• Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 6346 (continued to Oct 4)

Tower District Specific Plan Implementation Committee

The committee will review the 2023-2024 project schedule and a presentation on the history of redlining in the Tower District. Members will also discuss prototype sites regarding urban design and financial feasibility, as well as historic preservation policy recommendations.

• Staff update on 2023-2024 Project Schedule
• Introduction to the history of 'Redlining' in the Tower District
• Workshop on Prototype Sites including Urban Design & Financial Feasibility Studies
• Monthly updates from five subcommittees
• Review of Historic Preservation Presentation and Policy Recommendations

City Council

The Council is considering several large contracts for city vehicles, including patrol cars and trucks. The agenda also includes funding for senior meals and homeless outreach services.

• Purchase of 78 Dodge Durango patrol vehicles for $3,676,998
• Purchase of 56 Ford F-150 trucks for $2,388,274
• $379,738 agreement with Poverello House for homeless street outreach
• $2,262,817 contract for street sweeper brooms and brushes
• $960,000 appropriation for asphalt concrete pavement repairs

Disability Advisory Commission

The commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review subcommittee memberships. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding 2023 DAC Awards nominations.

• Selection of FY24 Chair and Vice Chair (ID 23-1335)
• Review of Housing and Transportation subcommittee members (ID 23-1336)
• Discussion regarding 2023 DAC Awards nominations (ID 23-1334)
• Approval of April 11, 2023, meeting minutes (ID 23-1332)

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for September 11, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 25, 2023, at 5:30 P.M.

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a request to subdivide property near North Fowler Avenue and East Princeton Avenues for condominium purposes. Additionally, they will review an appeal regarding the adaptive reuse of a residence into a residential respiratory care facility on West Bullard Avenue.

• Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 6346: subdivision of approximately 4.97 acres at North Fowler and East Princeton Avenues
• Conditional Use Permit Application P 22-03146: appeal regarding a residential respiratory care facility on West Bullard Avenue

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will hold a hearing regarding a demolition application for the property at 751 N Abby St. Members will also consider recommending the National Farm Workers Association at 1405 E California Ave as a historic resource and receive an update on the Tower District Specific Plan.

• Demolition application for 751 N Abby St
• Historic designation recommendation for 1405 E California Ave
• Tower District Specific Plan staff update
• Approval of July 24, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Fresno City Council will review several items including grant applications and contract awards. Key discussions include reallocating funds for the Cecil C. Hinton Community Center and applying for state resilience grants. The council will also consider various city service contracts.

• $500,000 grant agreement with Cecil C. Hinton Community Center
• $381,551 contract for commercial truck tire retreading
• $330,815 purchase of 11 Toyota Prius vehicles
• $951,500 annual contract for refuse and recycling containers
• $225,543 city contribution to the Fanning No. 76 Undergrounding Project

Disability Advisory Commission - Transportation

The Disability Advisory Commission will meet to discuss new policies and procedures regarding accessible pedestrian signals. The ADA Coordinator will lead a discussion on the APS Prioritization Procedure and associated tools.

• Approval of the Disability Advisory Transportation Sub-Committee Minutes from April 26, 2023
• Discussion on Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS) prioritization procedures and policies

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Active Transportation Advisory Committee will review the Bike / Ped Safety Education Program Update. The committee will also hear discussions from the Events, Signage, Safety, and ATAC Award Task Forces. Additionally, staff will present a traffic collision report and updates on Vision Zero and ATP.

• Bike / Ped Safety Education Program Update - PARCS
• Task Force reports for Events, Signage, Safety, and ATAC Award
• Traffic Collision Report discussion
• Vision Zero and ATP updates
• Palm / Belmont update

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission will hold a hearing regarding the annual PARCS Department Budget and Capital Improvement Plans. The meeting includes a workshop to review the Draft Parks Master Plan Technical Amendment and discussion of subcommittee reports.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations, Parks Master Plan updates, and Cultural Arts Plan
• Workshop for review of the Draft Parks Master Plan Technical Amendment
• Review of the Measure P 2022 Annual Report

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will meet to approve minutes from July 25 and July 26, 2023. The board will also conduct closed sessions regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Approval of meeting minutes from July 25 and July 26, 2023
• Closed session to schedule a public employee discipline/dismissal appeal hearing
• Closed session hearing regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an appeal regarding a Cannabis Conditional Use Permit. The matter involves a proposed cannabis retail business in a 1,438 sq. ft. commercial suite located at 7363 North Blackstone Avenue.

• Appeal of Cannabis Conditional Use Permit Application No. P23-00801 at 7363 North Blackstone Avenue
• Environmental Assessment No. P23-00801 regarding CEQA exemption

Tower District Specific Plan Implementation Committee

The committee will discuss the current status of the project schedule and review feedback from recent workshops and surveys. Members will also receive a report on preparations for an August 26 community workshop. Staff recommended appointing subcommittees to focus on historic preservation, land use, and circulation.

• Approval of July 18, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding current project schedule status
• Review of feedback from workshops and surveys
• Report on August 26 Community Workshop preparations
• Recommendation to appoint subcommittees for historic preservation, land use, and circulation

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several funding allocations and service agreements. This includes adopting a Cultural Arts Plan with over $9.5 million in available grants and approving a $1 million program for small business façade improvements.

• $1,000,000 agreement with Fresno Area Hispanic Foundation for the Small Business Façade Program
• Adoption of the City of Fresno Cultural Arts Plan and $9,528,100 in grants via Measure P
• $2,691,094 construction contract to American Paving Co. for Mariposa Plaza Renovations
• $816,000 construction contract to St. Francis Electric for Fresno Street and Browning Avenue improvements
• Amendment to the Municipal Code regarding campaign contribution limits

Disability Advisory Commission

The commission will select its Chair and Vice Chair for fiscal year 2024. The meeting also includes selecting an Awards Task Force and reviewing members of the Housing and Transportation subcommittees.

• Selection of FY24 Chair and Vice Chair (ID 23-1211)
• Selection of Awards Task Force (ID 23-1210)
• Review of Housing and Transportation subcommittee members (ID 23-1212)
• Approval of April 11, 2023, meeting minutes (ID 23-1209)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several land use items, including two residential subdivision projects. The body will also consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding a text amendment for sidewalk and street tree construction deferrals.

• 71-lot single-family residential development on North Bliss Avenue
• 19-lot single-family residential subdivision on West McKinley Avenue
• Text Amendment P23-02443 regarding the deferral of sidewalk, driveway, and street tree construction until prior to occupancy

Disability Advisory Commission - Housing

The Disability Advisory Commission will meet to review previous subcommittee minutes and hear reports from the Secretary and ADA Coordinator. A presentation by Sophia Pagoulatos from Planning and Development regarding the Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Element public draft is scheduled.

• Approval of DAC Housing Subcommittee minutes from March 24, 2023
• Approval of DAC Housing Subcommittee minutes from May 26, 2023
• Presentation on Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Element: The City’s 8-year Housing Plan Update-Public Draft

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The committee will review an update to the Tower District Specific Plan and discuss a list of Measure P projects. Members will also hear reports from the Events, Signage, Safety, and ATAC Award task forces. Staff will present a traffic collision report and a workplan update.

• Tower District Specific Plan Update presentation
• Discussion of Measure P project list
• Vote on ATAC Award Task Force report
• Traffic Collision Report discussion
• ATAC Workplan update

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will conduct a regular meeting at City Hall. The agenda includes a closed session regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Closed session: Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release (ID 23-1142)

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will conduct closed sessions regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, and release. The agenda also includes scheduling several appeal hearings.

• Review of findings for public employee discipline (ID 23-1136)
• Scheduling appeal hearings for employee discipline (IDs 23-1137, 23-1138, 23-1139)
• Hearing on an appeal regarding employee discipline (ID 23-1142)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will consider a historic resource amendment regarding Gulliver’s Ship at Storyland Park. The meeting also includes a workshop on accessory dwelling unit guidelines and a workshop on repairing historic windows.

• Historic resource amendment to remove Gulliver’s Ship from the Storyland Park inventory description
• Workshop on Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) guidelines
• Workshop on the repair and replacement of historic windows
• Update regarding a proposed new campus for Golden Charter Academy at 741 W Belmont Ave

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several major contracts and fund reallocations. Items include large-scale electrical infrastructure projects and the reprogramming of federal housing funds. The council will also consider various appointments to local commissions.

• $10,147,090 contract for Municipal Service Center Electrical Infrastructure and Rehab project
• $695,000 contract for Fresno Water Tower Electrical Upgrade project
• Reprogramming of $1,417,211.98 in HUD HOME Investment Partnership funds
• $157,719 annual lease agreement for 2440 Tulare Street office space
• $650,000 contract for Climate Adaptation and Environmental Justice Planning

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing two land use applications and a housing workshop. One proposal involves converting a residence on West Bullard Avenue into a respiratory care facility. Another request seeks to rezone property on North Armstrong Avenue for a 64-unit multi-family residential project.

• Conversion of a residence on West Bullard Avenue to a respiratory care facility
• Rezoning ±4.39 acres on North Armstrong Avenue from RS-1 to RM-1
• Construction of a 64-unit, two-story multi-family residential development
• Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Element workshop

Tower District Specific Plan Implementation Committee

The committee will review a recap of recent workshops, surveys, and pop-up events, including community survey answers by income. Members will also receive information regarding an upcoming public workshop in August. The committee is scheduled to approve meeting schedules and locations.

• Recap of Workshop, Survey, and Pop-Ups
• Information on Upcoming August Public Workshop
• Approval of Meeting Schedule and Locations
• Status of the Contract with WRT
• Report from Public Works

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission will conduct hearings regarding the redline Cultural Arts Plan for recommendation to City Council. The meeting also includes receiving public input on Measure P allocations and updates to the Parks Master Plan. Additionally, the Commission will review subcommittee reports.

• Hearing: Redline Cultural Arts Plan recommendation to City Council
• Hearing: Public input on Measure P allocations and PARCS Department Budget
• Subcommittee reports for Cultural Arts and Parks Master Plans
• Approval of June 26, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a workshop regarding the Kings Canyon Corridor Transit-Oriented Development Connectivity Study. This includes a request to recommend that the City Council accept the study and find the project exempt from CEQA.

• Workshop to consider acceptance of the Kings Canyon Corridor Transit-Oriented Development Connectivity Study for approximately ±2,880 acres in Southeast Fresno
• Recommendation to adopt a finding that the project is statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several funding requests and service agreements. Items include a large grant for water infrastructure in an affordable housing project and a study on electricity affordability. The council will also consider contracts for animal control and homeless shelters.

• $2,700,000 ARPA grant for water infrastructure at Fancher Creek Town Center
• $400,000 appropriation increase for the Fire Department
• $1,158,438 purchase of two street sweepers from Haaker Equipment Company Inc.
• $2,321,500 amendment for animal control services
• $1,449,183.89 agreement with Mental Health Systems for Fresno HOME shelter

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Active Transportation Advisory Committee will review reports from the Events, Signage, Safety, and Award Task Forces. Staff updates are scheduled regarding grants, safety funds, and the committee workplan. A traffic collision report will also be presented for discussion.

• Task force reports for Events, Signage, Safety, and ATAC Award
• Grants update from J. Gormley
• Traffic collision report from C. Gonzalez
• ATAC workplan update
• Discussion regarding safety funds

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a building permit for multi-family unit additions at the Frank J. Craycroft Home. The agenda also includes a request to delist the Nystrom Home from the local register of historic resources.

• Building permit for rehabilitation and addition of multi-family units at 6545 N. Palm Avenue
• Application to delist the Nystrom Home at 725/727 N. Wilson Avenue from the local register
• Amendment to remove Gulliver's Ship from the Storyland Park historic inventory description
• Workshop on Fresno County's Lead Poisoning Prevention and Lead Hazard Control Program
• Workshop on the proposed new campus for Golden Charter Academy at 741 W. Belmont Ave.

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The commission will discuss establishing a timeline for Cultural Arts Plan revisions and nominate a subcommittee member. A public hearing is also scheduled to receive input on Measure P allocations, master plan updates, and the annual PARCS budget.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations and PARCS budget
• Timeline establishment for Cultural Arts Plan revisions
• Nomination of a Cultural Arts Plan Subcommittee member
• Approval of May 30 and June 6 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will continue budget hearings and hold a vote on the final Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The agenda also includes several infrastructure contracts and appointments to local commissions.

• Grant agreement for up to $2,700,000 in ARPA funding for water infrastructure at Fancher Creek Town Center
• $2,649,222 construction contract for the Blackstone Avenue and McKinley Avenue transit project
• $808,698 increase to a public information services contract for the Department of Public Utilities
• $276,750 contract for high priority repairs to Parking Garage 4 at 1919 Tulare Street
• Consultant agreement with Baker Tilly US, LLP to assess electricity affordability and services

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fresno Planning Commission scheduled for June 21, 2023, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

Tower District Specific Plan Implementation Committee

The committee will review a report on recent outreach and engagement activities for the Tower District Specific Plan. Members will also discuss an upcoming community workshop scheduled for June 24, 2023. Additionally, the meeting includes a discussion regarding implementation committee roles.

• Report on outreach and engagement activities (ID 23-1019)
• June 24, 2023 community workshop announcement (ID 23-1017)
• Discussion on implementation committee roles (ID 23-1023)
• Approval of May 16, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several consent calendar items including affordable housing conversions, emergency shelter operations, and public works contracts. The meeting includes discussions on workforce development plans and various municipal service agreements.

• Consultant agreement with Unison Consulting, Inc. for $184,200 for airport terminal expansion
• Consultant agreement with Baker Tilly US, LLP for $256,443 to improve electricity services
• Agreement with Turning Point of Central California for $1,554,734 for Golden State Triage Center
• $1.9 million agreement for Econo Inn Motel conversion into affordable housing
• $3.5 million agreement for 1240 and 1280 Crystal Avenue affordable housing project

City Council

The Fresno City Council is holding a special meeting on June 15, 2023. The agenda includes the approval of the meeting agenda and a closed session with legal counsel. This session concerns ongoing litigation involving Raymond Gonzalez and the City of Fresno.

• Approval of the special meeting agenda
• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding Raymond Gonzalez, et al. v. City of Fresno, et al.

City Council

The City Council is continuing budget hearings that began on June 8, 2023. This session includes discussions regarding the General Fund and several specific city departments.

• General Fund Overview (ID 23-782)
• General Services Department (ID 23-783)
• Information Services Department (ID 23-784)
• Finance Department (ID 23-785)
• Budget & Management Studies Department (ID 23-786)

Disability Advisory Commission

The Disability Advisory Commission met to select its Chair and Vice Chair for fiscal year 2024. The agenda included a presentation from California Connect and reports from the transportation and housing subcommittees. The electronic meeting portion was cancelled due to quorum issues.

• Selection of FY24 Chair/Vice Chair (ID 23-966)
• Presentation from California Connect Outreach Specialist (ID 23-965)
• Approval of April 11, 2023, meeting minutes (ID 23-964)
• Transportation Subcommittee report
• Housing Subcommittee report

Women's Commission

The Women's Commission will discuss the scholarship program, CCSWGs grants, and a feminine hygiene program. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from March 22, 2023.

• Scholarship Program Discussion
• CCSWGs Grant Discussion
• Feminine Hygiene Program Discussion
• Approval of March 22, 2023, minutes

City Council

The Fresno City Council meeting includes several items for approval, including major equipment purchases and service contracts. Key discussions involve fire department upgrades, software replacements, and infrastructure maintenance. The council will also review funding for water connections and transportation services.

• $4,410,060.71 purchase of breathing apparatus for the Fire Department
• $1,485,704 agreement with Fresno EOC for social service transportation
• $553,700 construction contract for Fruit Avenue access structure rehabilitation
• $99,000 annual contract for cockroach pesticide in city sewer structures
• $108,750 engineering services for Vinland Park Pickleball Court Project

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Fresno Planning Commission scheduled for June 7, 2023, was cancelled. The provided agenda contains only standard procedural boilerplate and no specific items were listed for discussion or decision.

• No items were scheduled due to the meeting cancellation

City Council

The City Council is continuing budget hearings that began on June 6, 2023. The session includes reviews for the Fire Department, Parks and Recreation, and Public Utilities. A joint meeting will also receive an annual report and consider a program income budget.

• Budget hearing: Fire Department
• Budget hearing: Parks, After School, Recreation and Community Services
• Budget hearing: Personnel Services Department
• Budget hearing: Convention Center / Stadium
• Budget hearing: Department of Public Utilities

City Council

The City Council is continuing budget hearings that began on June 5, 2023. The session includes presentations from the Departments of Transportation, Police, Economic Development, Planning and Development, and Public Works. A joint meeting will also receive an annual report and approve a program income budget for the Fresno Revitalization Corporation.

• Budget hearing: Department of Transportation (ID 23-788)
• Budget hearing: Police Department (ID 23-789)
• Budget hearing: Economic Development Department (ID 23-790)
• Budget hearing: Planning and Development Department (ID 23-791)
• Budget hearing: Public Works Department (ID 23-792)

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission is meeting to hold a hearing on budget recommendations. The items involve the PARCS, Public Works, and Department of Public Utilities departments for City Council consideration.

• Hearing to adopt Fiscal Year 2024 Measure P budget recommendations for PARCS, PW, and DPU

City Council

The City Council is commencing a series of continuous budget hearings starting June 5, 2023. These sessions include reviews of the General Fund and several city departments. A joint meeting will also address the Fresno Revitalization Corporation's annual report and program income budget.

• Budget hearings for General Fund, General Services, Information Services, Finance, Budget & Management Studies, and Airport departments
• Annual Report and FY 23/24 Program Income Budget review for Fresno Revitalization Corporation

City Council

The City Council is holding a hearing regarding the annexation of territory at East Tulare Avenue and North Clovis Avenue into Community Facilities District No. 9. This includes resolutions for a special mailed-ballot election and a bill to levy a special tax. The council will also consider a resolution supporting $250 million in state funding for downtown infrastructure projects.

• Annexation of territory at East Tulare Avenue and North Clovis Avenue into Community Facilities District No. 9
• Resolutions calling for a special mailed-ballot election regarding Annexation Number 58
• Bill to levy a special tax for property tax years 2022-2023 and future years within the district
• Resolution supporting $250 million in state funding for downtown Fresno infrastructure projects

Women's Commission

The scheduled regular meeting for the Women's Commission on June 1, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda originally included discussions regarding a Feminine Hygiene Program, a Scholarship Program, and CCSWGs Grants.

• Regular Meeting - CANCELLED

Civil Service Board

The board will review findings related to ongoing public employee discipline, dismissal, and release. The meeting also includes a hearing on an appeal regarding employee discipline.

• Review of findings for public employee discipline/dismissal (ID 23-878)
• Review of findings for public employee discipline/dismissal (ID 23-879)
• Hearing on appeal regarding public employee discipline/dismissal (ID 23-880)
• Approval of May 2, 2023, meeting minutes (ID 23-877)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Central Southeast Area Specific Plan and related environmental assessment. The proposal involves land use changes for approximately 2,000 acres in the Established Neighborhoods South of Shaw area.

• Public hearing for adoption of the Central Southeast Area Specific Plan
• Repeal of the Roosevelt Community Plan (approx. 15,721 acres)
• Repeal of the Butler/Willow Specific Plan (approx. 563 acres)
• Rezone of approximately 136 acres within the Central Southeast Area Specific Plan area
• Amendment to the Fresno General Plan Planned Land Use Map

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding the FY 2024 PARCS Department Budget and the Cultural Arts Plan Public Review Draft. The meeting also includes receiving public input on Measure P allocations and updates to the Parks Master Plan.

• Public hearing for Mayor’s PARCS Department Budget for Fiscal Year 2024 (ID 23-869)
• Public input on Measure P allocations and updates to the Parks Master Plan (ID 23-871)
• Public comment on the Cultural Arts Plan Public Review Draft (ID 23-870)
• Approval of May 15, 2023, meeting minutes (ID 23-872)

Disability Advisory Commission - Housing

The Disability Advisory Commission - Housing will meet to approve subcommittee minutes from March 24, 2023. The meeting includes a presentation regarding Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) funds and reports from the ADA Coordinator and DAC Secretary.

• Approval of March 24, 2023, DAC Housing Subcommittee minutes
• Presentation on Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) funds

City Council

The City Council will review several consent calendar items including environmental services at Fresno Yosemite International Airport and municipal fleet management. Discussions also include electricity service assessments, fire department training appropriations, and software upgrades for land management.

• Amendment to agreement with Environmental Resources Management, Inc. for airport groundwater contamination up to $789,014
• Support and Maintenance Agreement with Amadeus Airport IT Americas, Inc. for $611,129 annually
• Five-year agreement with Campbell-Hill for air service support at $500,000
• Consultant agreement with Baker Tilly US, LLP for electricity service assessment up to $266,443
• Purchase contract with Samsara Network Inc. for municipal fleet management of $613,500

City Council

The Fresno City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution regarding property development. The item involves finding good cause and public benefit for an affordable housing project at 4323-4333 N. Blackstone Avenue.

• Resolution for affordable housing development at 4323-4333 N. Blackstone Avenue (APN 426-253-19)
• Approval of the meeting agenda

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review updates regarding the Bike Summit and available grants. The committee is also scheduled to consider a motion regarding the Safety Task Force and discuss traffic collision reports.

• Motion to approve Safety Task Force report
• Bike Summit update/discussion
• Grants update/discussion
• Signage Task Force discussion
• Traffic Collision Report discussion

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for May 22, 2023, has been cancelled. All agenda items have been continued to the June 26, 2023, meeting.

• Building Permit B 22-18975: Rehabilitation and addition of multi-family units at 6545 N Palm Avenue (continued to June 26)

Women's Commission

The scheduled regular meeting for the Women's Commission on May 18, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda originally included discussions regarding scholarship, grant, feminine hygiene, pride parade, and training programs.

City Council

The Fresno City Council will hold a special meeting to review the Mayor's proposed Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The council will also consider a resolution regarding land annexation for Community Facilities District Number 9.

• Resolution to annex parcel map number 2007-41 into Community Facilities District Number 9
• Presentation of the Mayor’s proposed Fiscal Year 2024 budget
• Public hearing scheduled for June 5, 2023, regarding annexation at East Tulare Avenue and North Clovis Avenue

Planning Commission

The scheduled regular meeting of the Fresno Planning Commission for May 17, 2023, was cancelled. The provided document contains only procedural information regarding public participation and viewing methods.

Tower District Specific Plan Implementation Committee

The committee will review the updated project schedule for the Specific Plan Update and discuss the first public workshop. Staff will also present a report on recent community outreach and engagement activities. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from November 2022 and February 2023.

• Approval of meeting minutes from November 16, 2022, and February 28, 2023
• Report on recent outreach and engagement activities
• Review of updated project schedule for the Specific Plan Update
• Discussion regarding the first public workshop

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission will hold a hearing regarding Measure P allocations, the Parks Master Plan, the Cultural Arts Plan, and department budgets. The meeting also includes a workshop to review the public review process for the Cultural Arts Plan draft.

• Hearing: Public input on Measure P allocations, Parks Master Plan, Cultural Arts Plan, and annual PARCS Department Budget (ID 23-754)
• Workshop: Review of the Cultural Arts Plan Public Review Draft Comment Period Process and Schedule (ID 23-601)
• Approval of April 17, 2023, meeting minutes (ID 23-752)

City Council

The City Council will review several high-value contracts including housing agreements, road improvements, and police equipment. The agenda includes various fund reallocations and construction contract awards for citywide projects.

• Agreement with Poverello House to operate Clarion Pointe shelter for $2,799,997.48
• Purchase of a NorthStar 267-5 mobile command vehicle for $444,740
• $3,000,000 Local Housing Trust Fund Agreement for Avalon Commons Phase II at 7521 North Chestnut Avenue
• $1,500,000 Permanent Local Housing Allocation for Hotel Fresno Apartments at 1241-1263 Broadway Plaza
• Construction contract for the Fresno Street Corridor Project for $2,168,547.75

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review an appeal regarding a proposed carwash at the northwest corner of East McKinley and North Fine Avenues. The commission will also consider a categorical environmental exemption for the project. Additionally, the agenda includes approval of minutes from March 15 and April 5, 2023.

• Appeal regarding carwash development at East McKinley and North Fine Avenues
• Approval of March 15, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of April 5, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

This document provides procedural information regarding public participation and meeting viewing options. No specific legislative items, projects, or contracts are listed in the provided text.

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will conduct closed session discussions regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release. The agenda also includes a hearing on an appeal.

• Review of findings for continued public employee discipline/dismissal/release
• Joint stipulation and order to vacate hearing dates
• Scheduling of meetings to conduct appeal hearings
• Hearing on appeal regarding public employee discipline/dismissal/release

City Council

The City Council will review several items including airport concession agreements and various budget amendments. Discussion includes cannabis equity grants, HUD community project funding, and updates to municipal codes regarding short-term rental taxes.

• Awarding 15-year airport concession agreements with potential revenue of $1,295,045 annually
• Appropriating $2,383,200 from FY 2023 General Fund surplus to various City Departments
• $75,000 loan agreement for Truffle Tree LLC cannabis social equity business
• $665,000 HUD grant for Urban Heat Island Mitigation and Edible Food Rescue project
• Amending municipal code regarding short-term rental tax collection by entities like Airbnb

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to consider two resolutions. These include amending the Better Business Act for specific housing projects and a potential city contribution for water infrastructure.

• Resolution to amend the Better Business Act regarding affordable, senior affordable, and mixed-use projects
• Resolution supporting a city contribution not to exceed $2,700,000 to FCTC Senior, LP for water infrastructure at Fancher Creek Town Center

Disability Advisory Commission - Transportation

The Disability Advisory Commission - Transportation will review the February 22, 2023, sub-committee minutes for approval. The agenda also includes reports from the ADA Coordinator and Secretary, as well as a scheduled spotlight presentation.

• Approval of DAC Transportation Sub-Committee Minutes from February 22, 2023 (ID 23-668)
• "Spotlight" discussion by Chenier Derrick (ID 23-669)
• Reports from the DAC Secretary and ADA Coordinator

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review updates from Caltrans District 6. The meeting includes reports from the Award, Bike Month, and Signage task forces. Staff will also present a collision report and an update on the Merced Project.

• Caltrans District 6 updates
• Award, Bike Month, and Signage Task Force reports
• Bicycle Friendly Community Report
• PD Enforcement & Collision Report
• Merced Project discussion

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will review a building permit for exterior improvements at 890 Belmont Ave and a continued matter regarding the Frank J Craycroft Home. Additionally, members will review the potential historic influence of the Palace Inn Redevelopment Project.

• Building permit B 23-01813 for exterior improvements and ADA accessibility at 890 Belmont Ave
• Rehabilitation and addition of multi-family units to the Frank J Craycroft Home at 6545 N Palm Avenue
• Review of potential historic influence for the Palace Inn Redevelopment Project at 797 N Parkway Dr
• Update from the Historical Preservation Month Planning Subcommittee

City Council

The City Council will review several items including funding for permanent affordable housing through the Homekey 3 Program. The agenda also includes social equity loan agreements for cannabis businesses and various city service contracts.

• $11,800,000 purchase of Clarion Pointe Motel for an interim homeless shelter
• $4,400,000 purchase of Travelodge at 3876 North Blackstone Avenue for affordable housing
• $75,000 social equity loans for Traditional - Fresno - ME LLC and Beyond Rooted 559 LLC
• Up to $6,000,000 future city contribution for Quality Inn project via Homekey 3
• Up to $5,000,000 future city contribution for Travelodge project via Homekey 3

Planning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for April 19, 2023, has been cancelled. No specific agenda items or projects are listed for discussion.

City Council

The provided document outlines instructions for public participation and meeting logistics. No specific ordinances, contracts, or council decisions are detailed in this text.

City Council

The provided document contains procedural information regarding public participation and meeting viewing options. No specific legislative items or business matters are listed in the agenda text.

City Council

The provided document contains procedural information regarding public participation and meeting viewing methods. No specific legislative items or business matters are listed in the agenda text.

City Council

The provided agenda for the April 18, 2023, Fresno City Council meeting consists of procedural information and public participation instructions. No specific legislative items, contracts, or ordinances are detailed in this document.

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will receive public input regarding Measure P allocations, updates to the Parks Master Plan, and the annual PARCS Department Budget. Additionally, the body will review a recommendation to establish four new full-time positions using FY23 Measure P funds.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations and PARCS budget/capital plans
• Recommendation for four new full-time staff positions using Measure P funds
• Workshop on pocket parks in Community Facilities Districts
• Update on Measure P funds for trails, street beautification, and litter removal

City Council

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and meeting logistics. There are no specific council items, hearings, or contracts listed in the document.

Disability Advisory Commission

The Disability Advisory Commission will meet to review previous minutes and hear reports from the ADA Coordinator. The agenda includes a presentation regarding the Disability Access and Education Revolving Fund and a discussion about commission members.

• Approval of the February 14, 2023, meeting minutes
• Presentation on Disability Access and Education Revolving Fund by ADA Coordinator Joe Hinojosa
• Discussion on DAC Alternates and Members

Women's Commission

The Fresno Women's Commission special meeting scheduled for April 6, 2023, was cancelled. The agenda had included discussions regarding a feminine hygiene program and a scholarship program.

• Cancellation of the April 6, 2023, special meeting
• Discussion of Feminine Hygiene Program
• Discussion of Scholarship Program

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an appeal regarding a chemical storage use in an office/warehouse building. They will also review recommendations for a plan amendment, rezoning, and a new apartment complex.

• Appeal of Conditional Use Permit for chemical storage at East Dorothy Avenue
• Plan Amendment and Rezone for property on North Chestnut Avenue
• Development Permit for a 32 unit apartment complex on North Chestnut Avenue

City Council

The City Council will review several items including a $45 million grant application for infill infrastructure and proposed zoning changes for office-to-residential conversions. The agenda also includes various contract amendments, funding allocations for community initiatives, and salary adjustments for city employees.

• Grant application for up to $45,000,000 via the California Department of Housing and Community Development
• Zoning amendment to permit residential conversions in the Office Zone District
• $1,000,000 ARPA funding allocation for the No Place Like Home Initiative via SWFDC
• $72,408 sub-recipient agreement with KMc Strategic Solutions, LLC for community engagement
• Contract authority increase to $2,000,000 for Durham Construction Co., Inc. and Puma Construction Co., Inc.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review proposed alterations for the Radin-Kamp Department Store and new security fencing for the Old Fresno Water Tower. The meeting also includes a workshop on landscape maintenance for the H.H. Brix Mansion and an update regarding fire damage at the Fagbule Glass House.

• Proposed alterations to Radin-Kamp Department Store at 939-959 Fulton St
• New security fencing at the Old Fresno Water Tower, 2444 Fresno St
• Landscape maintenance workshop for H.H. Brix Mansion at 2844 Fresno St
• Update on demolition due to fire at Fagbule Glass House, 1930 E Shields
• Review of City's CLG 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 Annual Reports

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission will review subcommittee reports regarding the Cultural Arts Plan, Parks Master Plan, and Outreach Committee. The meeting includes workshops on Measure P project statuses and an upcoming hearing regarding Measure P allocations and department budgets.

• Workshop: Status of in progress projects funded by Measure P funds
• Workshop: Overview of Measure P Ordinance authority
• Public Hearing: Allocations related to Measure P, Parks Master Plan, Cultural Arts Plan, and annual PARCS Department Budget

Fresno City Council Finance and Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee will meet for a special session to discuss several financial updates. The agenda includes an update on existing audits, a risk assessment process overview, and the 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

• Update on Existing Audits (ID 23-543)
• Overview of Risk Assessment process (ID 23-544)
• 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) (ID 23-545)

Disability Advisory Commission - Housing

The Disability Advisory Commission - Housing will review previous subcommittee minutes and hear a presentation. A presentation by Adrienne Louis from RICV regarding the Fair Housing Act Community Educator is scheduled. The meeting also includes reports from the ADA Coordinator and Secretary.

• Approval of January 27, 2023, DAC Housing Subcommittee minutes (ID 23-512)
• Presentation by Adrienne Louis from RICV on Fair Housing Act Community Educator (ID 23-513)

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss several topics including law enforcement and collision reports, signage taskforce updates, and project suggestion processes. Staff will also provide updates on the Barstow Class IV Project and the current workplan.

• PD Enforcement & Collision Report discussion
• BPAC 101 Presentation Update discussion
• Bicycle Friendly Community Report discussion
• Signage Taskforce discussion
• Updates to Barstow Class IV Project

Women's Commission

The Fresno Women's Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss Black Maternal Health Week and the commission's scholarship program. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the March 9, 2023, meeting.

• Discussion of Black Maternal Health Week
• Discussion of the scholarship program
• Approval of March 9, 2023, meeting minutes

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will conduct several closed sessions concerning public employee discipline, dismissal, and release. The agenda also includes a hearing on an appeal and the scheduling of future appeal hearings.

• Review of findings for continued employee discipline (ID 23-409)
• Review of hearing officer findings regarding employee dismissal (ID 23-452)
• Order to vacate hearing dates for employee discipline (ID 23-410)
• Scheduling of appeal hearings (ID 23-417)
• Hearing on an appeal regarding public employee discipline (ID 23-411)

Women's Commission

The scheduled special meeting for the Fresno Women's Commission on March 16, 2023, was cancelled. The agenda had included the discussion and approval of scholarship program applicants and training.

• Cancellation of the special meeting
• Discussion and approval of scholarship program applicants
• Training

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a 39-lot single-family residential subdivision near North Alicante Drive and North Willow Avenue. The agenda also includes hearings on appeals regarding a Starbucks shell building at 2840 Tulare Street and a carwash project near East McKinley and North Fine Avenues.

• 39-lot single-family residential subdivision at North Alicante Drive and North Willow Avenue
• Appeal of Conditional Use Permit for a ± 2,406 square foot Starbucks shell building at 2840 Tulare Street
• Appeal of Development Permit for a carwash near East McKinley and North Fine Avenues

Disability Advisory Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Fresno Disability Advisory Commission for March 14, 2023, was cancelled. No items from the agenda were discussed or decided.

City Council

The City Council will review several items including a $2,032,000 appropriation for ERAP and multiple vehicle purchase contracts. The agenda also includes proposals for street name changes, land annexations, and infrastructure projects.

• Appropriation of $2,032,000 for ERAP
• Purchase of two Kenworth T880 trucks for $572,026
• Purchase of five concrete finisher trucks for $793,412
• Construction contract for Barstow Avenue Class IV Bikeway Project for $2,234,648
• Proposal to change Kings Canyon/Ventura Boulevard to “Cesar Chavez Boulevard”

Women's Commission

The Women's Commission is holding a special meeting to review and approve scholarship program applications. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from February 1 and February 16, 2023.

• Discussion and Approval of Scholarship Program Applications
• Approval of Minutes from February 1, 2023 & February 16, 2023

Planning Commission

The Commission is reviewing a request to rezone approximately 1.23 acres for a new medical clinic between West Fir and West Beechwood Avenues. This includes changing the land use from residential to commercial. An item regarding a 39-lot subdivision at North Alicante Drive was continued to March 15, 2023.

• Rezone of ±1.23 acres from RS-5/UGM to CG for a medical clinic
• Plan amendment from Residential - Medium Density to Commercial - General
• Development permit for an 11,664-square-foot medical clinic
• Continuation of a 39-lot subdivision at North Alicante Drive and North Willow Avenue

Tower District Specific Plan Implementation Committee

The committee will discuss updates to the Tower District Specific Plan and review potential locations for future meetings. The agenda also includes council district updates.

• Consideration of potential locations for committee meetings (ID 23-378)
• Update to the Tower District Specific Plan (ID 23-377)
• Council District Updates

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review a request to demolish the carriage house at 1101 R St. Additionally, members will discuss a potential accessory dwelling unit at 115 N Calaveras St and hold a workshop regarding the Edison Social Club.

• Demolition of the carriage house at the Collins Home (1101 R St)
• Potential addition of an Accessory Dwelling Unit at the McGee-Macias Home (115 N Calaveras St)
• Workshop on the historical significance of the Edison Social Club (1405 E California Ave)
• Review of updated 2023 Mills Act and Mitigation Program applications

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The commission will hold a hearing to receive public input on Measure P allocations, the annual PARCS budget, and plan updates. The agenda also includes a workshop regarding pocket park classifications and subcommittee reports.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations and PARCS budget
• Workshop on pocket park classification and quantity
• Subcommittee reports for Cultural Arts Plan and Parks Master Plan
• Adoption of the 2023 meeting schedule

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several contract amendments and grant agreements. Items include funding for the Fresno Yosemite International Airport terminal expansion and various Project Homekey housing rehabilitations. The council will also consider an ordinance regarding catalytic converter theft.

• Contract amendment for Fresno Yosemite International Airport terminal expansion not to exceed $126,868,863
• Grant agreement of $964,482 with Poverello House for the construction of 26 tiny homes
• Police Department contract for patrol vehicle hardware and safety equipment up to $4,000,000 annually
• Ordinance to prohibit the unlawful possession of catalytic converters
• Project Homekey budget amendment for The Ambassador Inn totaling $6,131,700

Disability Advisory Commission - Transportation

The Disability Advisory Commission - Transportation will meet to approve minutes from the December 21, 2022 meeting. The agenda also includes a presentation by ADA Coordinator Joe Hinojosa regarding safe mobility for older adults.

• Approval of December 21, 2022, subcommittee meeting minutes
• Presentation on Safe Mobility for Older Adults by ADA Coordinator Joe Hinojosa

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will hold a vote for a new Chair and review charter updates. The agenda includes presentations on the Brown Act and the Safe2School program. Staff will also provide updates on grants and the Audubon Corridor Plan.

• Chair Election (Vote)
• BPAC Charter updates (Vote)
• Safe2School presentation
• PD Enforcement & Collision Report discussion
• Audubon Corridor Plan update

Women's Commission

The Fresno Women's Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss its scholarship program and 2023 grant applications. The commission will also address recruitment for an open member vacancy.

• Discussion on Scholarship Program
• Grant Application 2023
• Recruitment for Vacancy
• Approval of February 1, 2023 minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering two residential subdivision applications. One project proposes a 39-lot single-family development with gated private streets. Another involves annexing 0.68 acres on West Bullard Avenue for a 4-lot subdivision.

• 39-lot single-family residential subdivision at North Alicante Drive and North Willow Avenue
• Planned Development Permit to allow gated private streets and reduced front yard setbacks
• Annexation of 0.68 acres on West Bullard Avenue to the City of Fresno
• 4-lot single-family residential subdivision on West Bullard Avenue

Disability Advisory Commission

The Disability Advisory Commission will hear a presentation from the Office of Community Affairs. The meeting also includes a discussion on social media and reports from the transportation and housing subcommittees.

• Presentation from the Office of Community Affairs
• Social media discussion
• Approval of January 10, 2023, meeting minutes
• Transportation Subcommittee report
• Housing Subcommittee report

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will review minutes from January 2023 meetings. The agenda also includes closed sessions for appeal hearings and discussions regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Approval of meeting minutes from January 23 and 24, 2023
• Closed session appeal hearing regarding employee discipline/dismissal/release
• Closed session regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several items including contract amendments and grant acceptances. Key discussions involve funding for animal services, airport planning, and economic development. The meeting also includes various appointments to local boards and committees.

• Acceptance of $7,246,600 FEMA SAFER grant for fire and emergency response
• $300,000 advance payment to Fresno Humane Animal Services
• $362,585 contract for airport tower planning at Fresno Yosemite International Airport
• $200,000 contract for hazardous materials inspections and removal supervision
• Approval of a final map for Tract No. 5388 at North Salinas Avenue and West San Jose Avenue

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 body will also discuss future in-person meetings and act to adopt the FY 23 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing on Measure P allocations and PARCS budget updates
• Updates to the Parks Master Plan and Cultural Arts Plan
• Discussion regarding in-person meetings for future sessions
• Adoption of the FY 23 meeting schedule

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an appeal regarding a development permit for a warehouse facility. The project involves approximately 14.78 acres at the corner of East North and South East Avenues. The commission will also review environmental assessment findings for the site.

• Development Permit Application No. P22-00565 for a ±206,881 square-foot warehouse
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 21, 2022, and January 4, 2023

Women's Commission

The Fresno Women's Commission is holding a special meeting to address specific action items. The commission will discuss and vote on a scholarship program and the 2023 grant application. Members of the public may also provide comments on topics within the commission's jurisdiction.

• Discussion and approval of Scholarship Program
• Review of Grant Application 2023
• Approval of January 12, 2023 minutes

Disability Advisory Commission - Housing

The Disability Advisory Commission - Housing subcommittee will meet to approve minutes from the November 18, 2022, meeting. The agenda also includes establishing 2023 meeting dates and times and a presentation from City of Fresno Long Range Planning.

• Approval of November 18, 2022, subcommittee minutes
• Discussion and approval of 2023 meeting dates and times for the Housing Subcommittee
• Presentation by Drew Wilson from City of Fresno Long Range Planning

Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is reviewing an update on the Blackstone/McKinley grade separation. The meeting includes a vote for new committee officers and an update from the Event Planning Task Force. Staff will also present reports regarding pedestrian safety and police enforcement.

• Blackstone/McKinley Grade Separation Update
• Vote for BPAC Chairman, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Event Planning Task Force update and vote
• PD Enforcement & Collision Report update
• Pedestrian Safety Discussion

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will review a director's removal from the Maintenance and Operations Assistant eligibility list in a closed session. The board will also schedule meetings for employee discipline appeal hearings and continue a hearing regarding public employee dismissal or release.

• Review of Director Removal from Eligibility List for Maintenance and Operations Assistant (ID 23-145)
• Scheduling of Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release Appeal Hearing (ID 23-143)
• Continued hearing on Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release (ID 23-146)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review updates regarding ADA improvements to the exterior of the Fresno Water Tower. They will also receive code enforcement reports concerning fires at 1024 Klette Ave, 1107 R St, and 455 N Glenn.

• ADA upgrades to the exterior of Fresno Water Tower (2444 Fresno St)
• Code enforcement updates on fires at 1024 Klette Ave, 1107 R St, and 455 N Glenn
• Work progress update for Thomas R. Meux Home (1007 R Street)
• Workshop regarding the APA California Chapter Conference in September

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will meet to approve minutes from the November 30, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a closed session hearing regarding an appeal for public discipline, dismissal, or release.

• Approval of November 30, 2022, meeting minutes (ID 23-142)
• Continued hearing on appeal regarding public discipline, dismissal, or release (ID 23-144)

Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission

The Commission will review proposed updates to the PARCS Department Master Fee Schedule, including green fees for Riverside Municipal Golf Course. The meeting also includes receiving public input on Measure P allocations and updates to the Parks Master Plan.

• Proposed changes to the PARCS Department Master Fee Schedule
• Review of Riverside Municipal Golf Course Green Fees
• Public input on Measure P allocations
• Updates to the Parks Master Plan and Cultural Arts Plan
• Approval of January 9, 2023, meeting minutes

School Liaison Subcommittee

The School Liaison Subcommittee will discuss infrastructure and safety around schools. The agenda includes topics such as school resource officers, after-school programs, and the Blackstone Ave Development. Members will also address youth homelessness and its impact on campuses.

• Blackstone Ave Development update
• School safety infrastructure and funding
• Coordination with PARCS for green space
• Impact of homelessness on campuses
• Approval of September 23, 2019 meeting minutes

City Council

The Fresno City Council is reviewing several grant applications and contract amendments. This includes funding requests for water/wastewater improvements near the future High Speed Rail station and fire department staffing. The council will also consider various city service contracts and lease agreements.

• $10,000,000 REAP 2.0 grant application for water/wastewater infrastructure
• Acceptance of $7,246,600 SAFER grant for fire and emergency response staffing
• $430,318 Project Safe Neighborhoods grant funding for the Police Department
• $250,000 grant application for bicycle and pedestrian safety programming
• Airport noise abatement consultant agreement up to $376,617.62

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for January 18, 2023, was cancelled. All agenda items were continued to the February 1, 2023, meeting.

• Development Permit Application No. P22-00565 (continued to 2/1/2023)

Women's Commission

The Fresno Women's Commission is meeting to approve the agenda and previous meeting minutes. The commission will also discuss and vote on bylaws and motions regarding a scholarship program.

• Approval of October 21, 2022 and December 20, 2022 minutes
• Discussion and approval of bylaws
• Discussion and motions regarding a scholarship program

Disability Advisory Commission

The commission will vote on the 2023 meeting schedule for the Housing Sub-committee. A presentation from Central California Legal Services regarding tenant rights is also scheduled. The body will also review minutes from the November 8, 2022, meeting.

• Approval of DAC Housing Sub-committee 2023 meeting schedule
• Presentation from Central California Legal Services on Tenant Rights
• Approval of November 8, 2022, meeting minutes

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 agenda also includes subcommittee reports regarding cultural arts and parks. Additionally, the meeting covers the annual PARCS Department Budget and Capital Improvement Plans.

• Public hearing for input on Measure P allocations (ID 23-71)
• Updates to the Parks Master Plan and Cultural Arts Plan
• Review of annual PARCS Department Budget and Capital Improvement Plans
• Approval of December 19, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Fresno City Council will swear in new councilmembers and elect new leadership. The Council is also reviewing several funding items, including a $7.2 million federal fire grant and $500,000 for small business assistance. Additionally, the Council will consider declaring a local state of emergency regarding housing and homelessness.

• Acceptance of $7,246,600 FEMA SAFER grant for fire and emergency response
• $500,000 ARPA funding allocation to HOPE for small business assistance
• $1,220,801.51 payoff of the Roeding Business Park Loan
• $175,000 for One Fresno Housing Strategy consultant services
• Declaration of a local state of emergency for housing and homelessness

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a permit for a cannabis retail business on East Herndon Avenue. The commission will also consider an appeal regarding a commercial development at East Behymer and North Maple Avenues. Additionally, a workshop is scheduled to discuss the Cleaner & Greener Overlay District text amendment.

• Cannabis retail permit application for 1.41 acres on East Herndon Avenue
• Appeal regarding commercial development at East Behymer and North Maple Avenues
• Workshop on Cleaner & Greener Overlay District text amendment