Fresno County public meetings in 2023
24 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Board will review energy service agreements for solar installations at several county locations. The agenda also includes a software support contract and an appeal regarding community plan amendments.
- Energy Services Agreements with ForeFront Power for solar photovoltaic systems
- Agreement with Rimini Street, Inc. for Oracle software maintenance not to exceed $863,905
- First hearing for the Fresno County Infectious Materials Ordinance
- Appeal of Planning Commission denial for General Plan and zoning amendments in several communities
- Resolution to defer implementation of changes to California Welfare and Institutions Code §5008
Board of Supervisors
The Fresno County Board of Supervisors is holding hearings on ordinances regarding employee political activity and real property leasing procedures. The Board will also consider petitions to remove portions of agricultural land from conservation contracts for residential use. Additionally, several retroactive grant approvals for insurance fraud programs are up for consideration.
- $8,750,000 contract with Toppan Merrill, LLC for Voter Information Guides and translations
- First hearing on ordinance amending Civil Service System regarding political activity by employees
- Petition to remove 2.36 acres from Agricultural Land Conservation Contract No. 1090 at E. American Avenue and S. Navelencia Avenue
- Petition to remove 2.33 acres from Agricultural Land Conservation Contract No. 50 at McKinley and Mendocino Avenue
- Retroactive approval of grants for the Automobile Insurance Fraud Program totaling $559,693
Board of Supervisors
The Board will choose between two options for ballot printing and mailer services. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding children's books in county libraries and the approval of an airport construction plan. Additionally, supervisors will consider salary adjustments and temporary housing extensions for Creek Fire victims.
- Contract options for ballot printing and mailer services up to $8,000,000
- Resolution for a 'Parents Matter' approach to reviewing children's books in libraries
- Approval of the Stamoules Airport Plan near Mendota
- 5% salary adjustment for unrepresented and management classifications
- Extension of temporary housing for Creek Fire displaced individuals through 2025
Board of Supervisors
The Board is reviewing a grant application for up to $9,000,000 to increase housing production in Fresno County. The agenda also includes ordinances for special elections in March 2024 and an initiative petition regarding California State University, Fresno.
- PRO Housing Grant application for up to $9,000,000 to remove barriers to affordable housing
- Ordinances for special elections on March 5, 2024, to amend the Fresno County Charter
- Lease agreement with Pitney Bowes, Inc. for mailing machines not to exceed $138,130
- Grant for a river patrol boat for the Sheriff’s Office totaling $133,416
- Review of initiative petition for California State University, Fresno facility improvements
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review several high-value contracts and property matters. Key items include the sale of surplus real property at the old University Medical Center Campus and law enforcement service agreements for Riverdale Joint Unified School District.
- Sale of 30 acres of County-owned surplus property at E. Kings Canyon Road and S. Cedar Avenue for a minimum of $6,000,000
- Law enforcement services agreement with Riverdale Joint Unified School District not to exceed $1,728,542
- Service agreement with eCivis, Inc. for grant management software not to exceed $600,000
- Agreement with Integrated Voting Systems, Inc. for ballot and mailer services not to exceed $7,725,000
- Alcoholic Beverage License Type 21 application for Millerton Road and Marina Drive, Friant, CA
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing a proposal to sell surplus real property located at E. Kings Canyon Road and S. Cedar Avenue. The agenda also includes discussions on charter amendments for naming geographic features and 2024 health insurance premiums.
- Proposed sale of the UMC property for a minimum price of $6,000,000
- Charter amendment regarding the naming of geographic features in unincorporated Fresno County
- Grant agreements for the Alcohol and Drug Impended Driver Vertical Prosecution Program
- Approval of 2024 health insurance premiums for active employees and retirees
- Retroactive agreement with EDC for economic promotion at $93,000
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is conducting public hearings on the recommended budgets for Fiscal Year 2023-24. The session includes presentations on the General Fund, Capital Projects, and various enterprise and special revenue funds. Total recommended budget requirements, excluding special districts, are $4,838,785,185.
- Public hearings for Fiscal Year 2023-24 recommended budgets
- Presentation of General Fund budgets for various county departments
- Review of Capital Projects including West Annex Jail and Animal Control Facility
- Discussion of Debt Service, Internal Service, and Enterprise Funds
- Total recommended budget requirements of $4,838,785,185 (excluding special districts)
Board of Supervisors
The Fresno County Board of Supervisors will consider adopting the County's Americans With Disabilities Act Transition Plan. The agenda includes a first hearing on Clovis development fees and a no-cost lease for a medical clinic at 1221 Fulton Street. The Board will also review contract amendments for behavioral health services.
- First hearing to amend Clovis Development Fees within the City of Clovis sphere of influence
- No-cost lease for San Joaquin Valley Free Medical Clinic and Needle Exchange at 1221 Fulton Street
- $410,000 increase for autopsy services with Forensic Doctors Group, PC
- $950,149 increase to the Recovery Residence Master Agreement
- Adoption of the County's Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review a $4,225,000 list of recommended programs for American Rescue Plan Act funding. Other items include a petition for agricultural land cancellation at S. Fowler Avenue and several departmental contract amendments.
- Discussion of $4,225,000 in ARPA-SLFRF recommended funds
- Petition to remove 2.01 acres from Agricultural Land Conservation Contract No. 2568 at S. Fowler Avenue and E. Rose Avenue
- Resolution for election of Sheriff and District Attorney in gubernatorial years
- Agreement with Relias LLC for a Behavioral Health Learning Management System up to $1,228,425
- Amendment to Westside Family Preservation Services Network budget up to $2,078,333
Board of Supervisors
The Board is reviewing several contracts, including a $3.2 million increase for a lease at Heritage Centre, LLC. The agenda also includes updates on the Reedley lab abatement and road maintenance plans. Additionally, the Board will consider labor negotiations and emergency status continuations.
- Lease amendment for Heritage Centre, LLC increasing maximum by $3,200,000
- Contract with Codex Corporation for jail monitoring services up to $439,061
- Agreement for workplace investigations not to exceed $500,000
- Adoption of a Military Equipment Use $Use Policy ordinance
- Road maintenance and rehabilitation contract for various Fresno County locations
Board of Supervisors
The Fresno County Board of Supervisors is reviewing several land use and contract items. These include a potential property purchase in Clovis and an appeal regarding an aggregate operation's operating time. The Board will also discuss new guidance for unincorporated community plans.
- Lease amendment for 200 W. Pontiac Way, Clovis with a $15,700,000 purchase option
- First hearing on a proposed ordinance regarding military equipment use policy
- Appeal of an aggregate operation's permit to extend operating time until July 28, 2027
- Partial cancellation of an agricultural land conservation contract for residential use near Fowler
- Presentation by the California Insurance Commissioner on fire-prone area insurance legislation
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several items, including a proposal for $40 million in revenue bonds to fund health centers. The meeting also includes public hearings on water service fee increases and various local assessments.
- $40,000,000 bond issuance for Family HealthCare Network health centers
- Support for increasing City of Fresno's Public Infrastructure Fund to $250 million
- Partial cancellation of Agricultural Land Conservation Contract No. 152 for residential use
- Annual assessments for street lighting and landscape maintenance in Renaissance at Bella Vista
- Proposed water service fee increases for County Service Area 30, El Porvenir
Board of Supervisors
The Board is considering the donation of 23 county-owned travel trailers to Elevate Community Services, Poverello House, and Fresno Mission Foundation. The agenda also includes first hearings on amending various service fees for General Services and IT. Additionally, the board will review a grant agreement for victim restitution and a software maintenance contract.
- Donation of 23 travel trailers to Elevate Community Services, Poverello House, and Fresno Mission Foundation
- Grant agreement for Victim Restitution Program funding ($269,109)
- Software maintenance contract with Penlink, Ltd. not to exceed $324,644
- First hearing to amend Master Schedule of Fees for General Services and IT
- Resolution supporting the California State Association of Counties’ AT HOME Plan
Board of Supervisors
The Fresno County Board of Supervisors is reviewing a petition to convert part of an agricultural contract for residential use on Watts Valley Road. The board will also receive a report regarding ICE access to the county jail and consider an ordinance for flags at county facilities.
- Proposed ordinance for flags flown at County Facilities
- Petition to convert 2.41 acres of agricultural land on Watts Valley Road for residential use
- Report on ICE access to the county jail during 2022
- Extension of Jail Diversion Program funding up to $7,012,440
- Grant application for $447,075 in Off-Highway Motor Vehicle funds
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a $430,000 grant for the Sheriff-Coroner’s body-worn camera program. The agenda includes proposals to rezone 16.89 acres at E. Herndon Avenue and N. Highland Avenue and to allow a solar facility on 40 acres near Mendota. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding community development, housing, and homeless grant programs.
- $430,000 grant for Sheriff-Coroner Body-worn Camera Policy and Implementation Program
- Rezoning of 16.89 acres at E. Herndon Avenue and N. Highland Avenue to Rural Residential
- Partial cancellation of a 40-acre agricultural conservation contract for a solar facility
- Public hearing on 2023-24 Annual Action Plan for community development, housing, and homeless grants
- Ordinance amendment regarding flags permitted at County Facilities
Board of Supervisors
The Fresno County Board of Supervisors will review an appeal regarding a variance application for a parcel near Clovis. The meeting also includes approvals for several large grants and contracts, including funding for child welfare and public health.
- Appeal of Planning Commission denial for 2768 N. Highland Avenue
- $1,032,000 agreement with Laton Community Services District for water meter replacements
- $2,389,571 grant amendment for the Public Defense Pilot Program
- $250,000 agreement with CASA to support child welfare and foster care
- $9,693,817 revenue agreement for the Immunization Local Assistance Grant
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution opposing the City of Fresno's plan to rename several roads to 'Cesar Chavez Boulevard.' The Board also plans to declare approximately 30 acres of former University Medical Center property as surplus land for sale at a minimum price of $6,000,000.
- Resolution opposing renaming East Kings Canyon Road, East Ventura Avenue, and West California Avenue
- Sale of 30 acres of former University Medical Center property for at least $6,000,000
- Retroactive approval of a $430,000 DOJ grant for body-worn camera implementation
- Election date changes for Westside Elementary School District and other districts
- Appointment of extra-help retirees to various county positions
Board of Supervisors
The Board will review the mid-year budget report and discuss the schedule for the 2023-24 fiscal year budget. Items include approving a grant for law enforcement cameras and discussing jail upgrades. The meeting also includes hearings on changes to county fee schedules.
- Retroactive approval of $430,000 DOJ grant for Body-worn Camera Program
- $500,000 budget resolution for Fresno County Main Jail Upgrades
- First hearing to amend the Tax Collector's Master Schedule of Fees
- Plans and specifications for Dry Creek Bridge Replacement on Burrough Valley Road
- Termination of local emergency status related to severe drought
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold public hearings on water conservation regulations and a $4.9 million housing investment plan. They will also consider a $4.7 million agreement for capital improvements at the Marjaree Mason Center. Additionally, the Board will review a proposed $2.00 fee for certain real estate recordings.
- Public hearing for $4,953,304 in HOME Investment Partnerships funding
- $4,700,000 agreement for Marjaree Mason Center capital improvements
- ARPA funding amendments for Biola, Del Rey, and Tranquillity districts
- Proposed $2.00 fee for recording certain real estate instruments
- Workshop on Mello-Roos bond financing for residential projects
Board of Supervisors
The Fresno County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting regarding recent weather events. The Board will consider a resolution to proclaim and ratify a Local Emergency following the February 2023 winter storms.
- Resolution proclaiming and ratifying a Local Emergency due to February 2023 winter storms
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold public hearings on proposed annual water service fee increases for El Porvenir and Cantua Creek. Members are also considering a new design-build method for public works projects and potential hour reductions at the Behavioral Health Urgent Care Wellness Center.
- Public hearing on water service fee increases for CSA 30 (El Porvenir) and CSA 32 (Cantua Creek)
- Adoption of Design-Build procurement method with up to $50,000 in stipends
- Proposed reduction to Behavioral Health Urgent Care Wellness Center operational hours
- Amendment to Toppan Merrill, LLC agreement increasing the total maximum to $1,750,000
- Drug Cannabis Eradication Suppression Program application for $230,000
Board of Supervisors
The Fresno County Board of Supervisors is reviewing updates to the county's federal legislative platform and several contract amendments. The agenda includes allocating ARPA funds to local community programs and increasing compensation for legal defense services. The Board will also address emergency status resolutions regarding drought and tree mortality.
- Amendment to increase legal services compensation by $124,499 to a total of $29,689,451
- Allocation of ARPA funds: up to $300,000 for Care Fresno and $180,000 for Fresh Start Youth Center
- Amendment to Sheriff's Office agreement increasing compensation from $180,000 to $360,000
- Application for an Alcoholic Beverage License Type 20 at 41830 Tollhouse Road
- Resolution to terminate the local emergency regarding local hospitals
Board of Supervisors
The Fresno County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting regarding recent weather conditions. The agenda includes adopting a resolution to proclaim and ratify a Local Emergency resulting from winter storms.
- Resolution proclaiming and ratifying a Local Emergency due to winter storms
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider declaring a local emergency following the closure of Madera Community Hospital and resulting bed capacity issues. The agenda also includes several proposals for law enforcement contracts, public health funding, and community program grants.
- Resolution to declare a Local Emergency due to hospital bed shortages
- Law enforcement services agreement with Fresno Unified School District up to $1,320,189
- $600,000 ARPA funding for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Fresno County 'Triple Play' program
- $2,426,734 ARPA funding to San Joaquin Valley Insurance Authority for COVID-19 medical expenses
- $446,885 agreement for Central Valley Suicide Prevention Hotline services