Public Meetings - Fresno, California

The Fresno City Council met in regular session in Council Chambers on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Roll call at 9:16 AM showed all seven council members present. The meeting was adjourned at 4:18 PM in memory of Vincent Casella, a Fresno bus driver with 23 years of service. The agenda was approved as amended after several consent calendar items were removed, tabled, or moved to contested consent. The Council presented proclamations, heard public comment, received a workshop on the West Coast Waste Digester Project, and debated a Proposition 218 water/wastewater rate process before tabling that item to November 5, 2026. Ceremonial Presentations - Childhood Cancer Awareness Month – Sponsored by Councilmember Perea; dedicated to Henry John Abels Rodriguez. His family spoke about raising more than $105,000 through Alex’s Lemonade Stand and continuing to advocate for pediatric cancer research. Councilmember Perea announced a $2,500 contribution from her office to the family’s fundraising effort. - Police and Fire Chaplaincy Month – Sponsored by Councilmember Karbassi and the Mayor/City Manager. Recognized nearly 50 volunteer chaplains and more than 40 years of service supporting first responders and families in crisis. - The kNOw Youth Media Month – Sponsored by Councilmember Vang. Marked 20 years of youth journalism; more than 500 youth participants and 1,250+ published articles. - Bodie Jensen Day – Sponsored by the Mayor/City Manager. Proclaimed October 8, 2026 as Bodie Jensen Day in honor of a child with KCNT1-related epilepsy, raising awareness of rare diseases. Councilmember, Mayor, and City Manager Reports - Multiple council members and Mayor Dyer addressed recent immigration enforcement by ICE in Fresno and the Valley. They described fear and family separation, affirmed that Fresno Police is not involved in federal immigration enforcement, and directed residents to resources such as the Faith in the Valley WATCH hotline. Councilmember Perea said her office is compiling know-your-rights resources; Councilmember Arias described the enforcement as voter suppression and intimidation and urged community members to stay safe. - Councilmember Vang reported the groundbreaking of the final phase of Sarah’s Court, adding 120 affordable housing units in Southeast Fresno. Mayor Dyer added that the City has committed $15.2 million for three affordable projects and subsidized about 1,300 affordable housing units over the past four years, with about 1,400 more in the pipeline. - District and community updates included the November 11 Veterans Day Parade, free shuttle service, Movies in the Park, Halloween events, the Boo Bash, child care commission subcommittees, Fresno Fair attendance, and the return of the Fresno Falcons hockey team. - City Manager White reported a minor aircraft belly landing at Chandler Airport with no injuries, thanked Deferred Compensation Board member Henry Fierro for nine years of service, and requested adjournment in memory of bus driver Vincent Casella. Consent Calendar The Consent Calendar was approved by a vote of 5-0, with Councilmembers Perea and Arias not present. Approved items included: - Approval of the September 17, 2026 meeting minutes. - Appointments and reappointments to the Deferred Compensation Board, Women’s Commission, and Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board. - Parkway Terrace Homekey+ action, including Resolution 2026-225 and a Repair Services Agreement with Parkway Prime, LLC. - Second Amendment to the option-to-purchase agreement for 959 North Parkway Drive with Fresno Housing Authority. - First Amendment extending the Central Fresno Neighborhood Trust grant schedule to December 31, 2027, for 50 rent-restricted affordable housing units. - First Amendment with Poverello House for HHAP outreach services through March 31, 2027, not to exceed $175,000. - Copper River Ranch Water Supply Implementation Eighth Amendment, extending eligibility to an additional 109 acres. - Product Purchase Contract with West Coast Waste, Inc. for 43,750 PCA tons of compost product, not to exceed $210,943.91, for SB 1383 compliance. - Cooperative Purchase Agreement with SNF Polydyne, Inc. for liquid cationic polymer, total not to exceed $6,964,746.15. - Resolutions dedicating Carnegie Library Garage property for utility purposes, appropriating $14,488,900 for Pave More Now projects, reallocating $70,000/$30,000 for the 2027 LGBTQ Grant Program, adopting the PAGES library resolution opposing privatization, exempting Carnegie Library Garage and H Street structure from special event rates, and reallocating $50,000 to the City Council Department. - Several items were removed or tabled before the consent vote: the Section 108 Loan resolution was removed by staff; the recycled water user agreements resolution and Tower District Box Art Program RFP were tabled to October 22, 2026. Contested Consent Calendar - 2-C – Maxie L. Parks Community Center HVAC Upgrade Project – Councilmember Arias moved this item to contested consent. After having questions answered, he moved approval, with the City Manager committing to provide a memo this week on the rebid timeline. Passed 7-0. - 2-D – Citywide security services contract with Allied Universal Services – Approved 7-0. The revised annual amount would not exceed $6,136,000, plus one-time increases of $81,000 for Clarion Pointe shelter security, $500,000 for Blackstone & McKinley Grade Separation properties, and $180,000 for Fresno Sanitary Landfill security. - 2-N – Proposition 218 water/wastewater rate process – See Discussion Items below. Public Comments & Testimony Scheduled appearances: - Central Valley Veterans Day Parade Committee appeared at 10:00 AM and announced the 107th Central Valley Veterans Day Parade on November 11, 2026. They described the parade as the largest west of the Mississippi, citing 135 entries, 3,500 participants, and an estimated 28,000 attendees last year; the Army was honored and Dan Casas was a grand marshal. - Jean Joneson appeared at 10:03 AM, a Clovis resident, and asked for help with retirement fund procedures. She said she is caring for her daughter’s two sons after her daughter’s death and has faced delays in obtaining her daughter’s City of Fresno retirement benefits. The Mayor and City Attorney expressed support; the Mayor said the City does not have direct oversight over the retirement department. Unscheduled communication: - Rodney Jackson asked for information about rezoning on the West Side and what it means for existing residents. - Michelle Salas expressed concern about potential library privatization and reduced access; Councilmembers directed library issues to the Fresno County Board of Supervisors meeting on October 20, 2026. - Nikki Real questioned water/wastewater rate increases, asked whether ratepayers would subsidize SATA, and suggested cutting costs in the retirement department and employee incentives before raising rates. - Crystal Rocha said families were being torn apart by ICE, thanked council members who spoke out, and demanded release of Flock automatic license plate reader data from Fresno PD. - Joseph said a public records request for Flock data had been delayed 44 days and criticized police surveillance spending. - Several additional public speakers, including Alfred Aldrete, Krista, Alicia, Lisa Flores, and Kryston Alexander, expressed anger about ICE enforcement, called on the Council and Mayor to take stronger action, criticized local political donations and statements, and demanded that ICE operations stop. - No public comment was offered on the Consent Calendar, Contested Consent items, or Closed Session items when those items were called. Discussion Items West Coast Waste Digester Project Workshop - Councilmember Arias hosted the workshop because District 3 processes much of the city’s organic green waste. West Coast Waste President Dennis Balekian and consultant Joe Ramirez presented a proposed anaerobic digester plant at their Fresno facility. - The project description included converting green waste into renewable natural gas and electricity, producing 2 megawatts of clean power, using an all-electric fleet and indoor operations, reducing outgoing truck traffic by about 3,000 trucks per year, creating roughly 130 construction jobs and 40 permanent jobs, and potentially producing hydrogen. Balekian described a $150 million investment with a $250 million total build-out and said the current $31-per-ton compost model is no longer financially sustainable. - The presenters said the project has grant funding from the California Energy Commission, CalRecycle, the Valley Air District, a USDA loan guarantee, and academic partners including Fresno State. They said time-sensitive federal tax credits and grants totaling about $40 million are expiring. - City Manager White said staff sent a September 23 compliance notice to West Coast Waste regarding its current conditional use permit and is developing an RFQ. Councilmember Arias asked the City Attorney to provide options for expediting the next procurement or partnership step. The City Attorney said he could analyze the existing service contract but could not yet opine on incorporating the digester project into it. - No vote or formal action was taken on the workshop. Proposition 218 Water and Wastewater Rate Process - The Public Utilities director presented a proposed five-year water and wastewater rate plan. Rates would first be adjusted January 1, 2027, then July 1, 2027, and annually into 2030, funding $245 million in capital improvements and possibly a $50 million revenue bond. Water rates had last been adjusted in 2018 and wastewater rates had been flat since 2010. - The presentation included current reserves of about $32.6 million for water and $15.3 million for wastewater; projected debt service coverage of about 1.93 at the end of the fiscal year, compared to a 1.25 bond covenant minimum; an estimated process cost of $700,000–$800,000; and a requirement that 70,257 water parcel protests, or 50% plus one, would block the proposed rates. - The director proposed nine community meetings, a December 3, 2026, public hearing date, and a Prop 218 protest process beginning with notices mailed around October 12, 2026. - Councilmember Arias moved to deny initiation, citing short review time, affordability, residential and commercial cost imbalances, elimination of the separate senior wastewater discount, election timing, and unresolved SATA questions. He later amended the motion to table the item to November 5, 2026, after the general election and after results of the two ballot measures with budget implications, Measure D and Measure S, are known. - Councilmember Perea raised concerns about the cost of the process and the senior discount. Councilmember Vang focused on transparency, the 45-day minimum process, and the high protest threshold. Councilmember Maxwell said the Council should not keep postponing rate decisions and favored letting ratepayers participate through the Prop 218 process. Councilmember Karbassi supported starting the process and called it paternalistic to say voters cannot be educated about the proposal. Councilmember Richardson opposed immediate initiation, saying there is no current emergency and that more study and a Council workshop are needed. - Council President Esparza cautioned against using General Fund money to subsidize the utilities and said the capital investments would most benefit older neighborhoods with aging water and sewer infrastructure. Key Outcomes - Agenda approved as amended; proclamations presented. - Consent Calendar adopted 5-0; several staff and Council resolutions were adopted. - Contested consent item 2-C, rejecting bids for the Maxie L. Parks HVAC project, approved 7-0; City Manager committed to provide a memo on the rebid timeline. - Contested consent item 2-D, Allied Universal security contract increases, approved 7-0. - Contested consent item 2-N, the Prop 218 water/wastewater rate process, was tabled to November 5, 2026, by a 6-1 vote, with Councilmember Richardson voting no. - West Coast Waste Digester workshop was presented with no action; City Attorney to return with procurement and expediting options. - Council recessed to closed session for labor negotiations and anticipated litigation; no reportable action was announced. The meeting adjourned at 4:18 PM in memory of Vincent Casella.

The Fresno Planning Commission met on October 8, 2026, to consider four land use items: two continued items (a 53-lot subdivision in Copper River Ranch and a car wash) and two new items (an 87-lot subdivision by KB Home and a 187-lot subdivision by Lennar Homes). All items were approved after public hearings, with Commissioner Diaz recusing herself from the Lennar item due to property proximity. Approval of Agenda - Commissioner Ly Day requested to recuse herself from Item 8B (ID 26-1265) due to property ownership in proximity. The agenda was approved as amended with a motion by Commissioner Holt and second by Commissioner Diaz. The vote was unanimous. Commissioner Reports - Commissioner Shergill reported on landscaping issues west of Highway 99, thanking Councilmember Mike Karbassi for cleanup efforts after the community raised concerns about maintenance. The landscaping is now cleaned. Continued Item 7A: Vesting Tentative Tract Map 6419 (Copper River Ranch) - Staff Presentation: John George from Planning and Development presented the proposed 53-lot subdivision on 8.47 acres at the northeast corner of North Portofino Drive and East Copper Avenue. The project includes a plan amendment, rezone, and planned development permit. The density is 6.26 dwelling units per acre with an average lot size of 5,330 square feet. A neighborhood meeting in April 2024 and a Project Review Committee meeting in November 2024 resulted in no concerns. Staff recommended approval. - Applicant: Gary McDonald, developer of Copper River Ranch, spoke in support. He described the project as smaller homes with potential ADUs to address affordability. He noted the project is the last in the Copper River Ranch master plan. - Public Testimony: No members of the public spoke in favor or opposition. - Outcome: Commissioner Shergill made a motion to approve staff's recommendation, seconded by Commissioner Holt. The motion passed unanimously (6-0). Continued Item 7B: Car Wash (Red Carpet Car Wash) - Staff Presentation: Eric Young presented a general plan amendment, rezone from CC to CG, and conditional use permit for a car wash on 0.84 acres at the north side of East Copper Avenue between Maple and Cedar Avenues. The site was previously approved for a gas station and convenience store. A mitigated negative declaration was prepared. Four comments in support and four in opposition were received. Staff found all impacts below thresholds. Staff recommended approval. - Applicant: Dirk Pushel, representing Red Carpet Car Wash, spoke in support. He noted the Bowie family's 60-year history, outreach to the community, and that the car wash will generate 977 fewer trips than the previously approved convenience store. He detailed noise studies and water conservation (70% water reclamation, six times less water than home washing). - Public Testimony: One speaker spoke in favor, citing a need for a regulated car wash in the area and environmental benefits. No opposition speakers. - Outcome: Commissioner Giles made a motion to approve the staff recommendation, seconded by Commissioner Diaz. Motion passed unanimously (6-0). New Item 8A: KB Home Subdivision (Tract 6534) - Staff Presentation: Valeria Ramirez presented the proposed 87-lot subdivision on 14.84 acres east of Clovis Avenue between the railroad and Church Avenue. The project is consistent with the Roosevelt Community Plan (adopted 1992) and the Housing Element. No traffic impact study was required due to trips below 100 peak-hour threshold. Two access points onto Clovis Avenue are required for emergency access. Staff noted an errata to condition 44 from the flood control district. Staff recommended approval. - Applicant: Drew Phelps (on behalf of KB Home) and Joey Gendron (KB Home) spoke in support. They described four floor plans (two single-story, two two-story). They addressed concerns about traffic, noting right-in/right-out only accesses and compliance with safety standards. They stated no neighborhood meeting was held because it was not required by code (no plan amendment). - Public Testimony: Several residents spoke in opposition, representing the Sunnyside Property Owners Association and Sunnyside Homeowners Association. Sue Williams, Greg Muson, Karen Messon, and another speaker expressed concerns about: - Noticing: insufficient time, many residents not receiving notices until the day before or on Saturday. - Traffic safety: Clovis Avenue is already congested; additional access points near the railroad tracks are dangerous. - Lack of a traffic study. - Lack of community outreach. - Block wall echo and security issues near the railroad. - Applicant Rebuttal: Drew Phelps noted there are four existing subdivision access points on Clovis Avenue between California and Jensen, and the design provides safe distances from the signalized intersection at California Avenue. - Staff Rebuttal: Israel Trail clarified noticing complied with the development code (noticed to property owners/tenants within 1,000 feet). He reiterated that traffic thresholds did not require a study and that fees would be paid. He noted other subdivisions have similar proximity to tracks. - Outcome: Commissioner Shergill made a motion to approve, seconded by Commissioner Giles. Motion passed unanimously (6-0). New Item 8B: Lennar Homes Subdivision (Tract 6294) - Recusal: Commissioner Diaz recused herself from this item due to property proximity. - Staff Presentation: Chris Lang presented the proposed 187-lot subdivision on 27.34 acres at the southeast corner of West Barstow and North Grantland Avenues. The project has a planned development permit modifying RS5 standards (reduced lot sizes, increased lot coverage to 65%, minimum lot size 3,750 sq ft, reduced front/rear setbacks). Public improvements include a class one trail and a 17,000 sq ft open space/park. A 6-foot block wall will be built along the Herndon Canal. No public comments were received. Staff recommended approval. - Applicant: Walter Diamond (Lennar Homes) spoke in support. He noted the project's history (delayed due to VMT issues and the West Area Neighborhood Specific Plan). He described the park amenities, a mix of single and two-story homes targeting first-time and move-up buyers, and that the project will contribute to the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA). - Public Testimony: No members of the public spoke in favor or opposition. - Outcome: Commissioner Shergill made a motion to approve, seconded by Vice Chair Ly Day. Motion passed unanimously (5-0, with Commissioner Diaz recused). Key Outcomes - All four items on the agenda were approved by the Planning Commission. - The Secretary announced a full agenda year-end and possible special meeting to handle the workload. - Meeting adjourned at 7:24 p.m.

The Commission on Family Affordability and Childcare Access met in regular session at 12:30 PM in Fresno City Council Chambers. Chair Tyler Maxwell presided. The primary business was forming three ad hoc subcommittees to study childcare challenges. The meeting included public comment, a Brown Act training workshop by the City Attorney's Office, and unanimous approval of all agenda items. Consent Calendar - Approval of Agenda: Motion passed 9–0 with no changes. - Approval of Minutes (September 2, 2026): Motion passed 9–0 with no amendments. Commissioner Reports and Comments - Vice Chair Andrea Cervantes Woods noted state and federal proposals recognizing childcare as essential for economic growth, encouraging the commission to stay ahead of potential investments. - Commissioner Ofelia Gonzalez reported that interest in childcare licensing has grown from approximately 100 individuals last year to 239 this year, reflecting increased workforce development interest. - Chair Tyler Maxwell raised concerns about increased ICE activity in the Central Valley, stating it creates intimidation and fear that will affect childcare and childhood education, and urged subcommittees to keep this context in mind. Public Comments & Testimony - Elizabeth Johnson, Executive Director of the Fresno Discovery Center and Fresno Unified Trustee, spoke in support of the commission’s work and urged a broad view of childcare needs including non-traditional hours, school-break care, and on-demand care. She highlighted the Discovery Center’s STEAM programs as enrichment and childcare, and noted potential for using school closure spaces for childcare. She requested support for affordable childcare and licensing upgrades. Workshop – Ralph M. Brown Act Training - Amanda Freeman from the City Attorney’s Office presented a training on the Brown Act covering open meeting requirements, serial meetings (hub-and-spoke and chain communications), social media restrictions (no replying to or reacting to another commissioner’s post on commission-related topics), and the exemption for ad hoc committees with fewer than six members. Commissioners asked clarifying questions about social media and one-on-one communications. The training also briefly covered common law conflicts of interest. Hearings – Formation of Ad Hoc Subcommittees Three resolutions were considered separately. Each received public comment (none offered) and was adopted unanimously 9–0. 1. Resolution ID 26-1306 – Childcare Policy, Land Use, Funding, and Regulatory Solutions Ad Hoc Subcommittee (Item 7A) - Scope: Examine zoning, permitting, development standards, fees, funding sources, and policy changes affecting childcare facilities. - Appointed members: Chair Tyler Maxwell, Fabiola González, Cindy J. Hernandez, Debra D. Young. 2. Resolution ID 26-1310 – Childcare Supply, Capacity, and Affordability Ad Hoc Subcommittee (Item 7C) - Scope: Review provider locations, licensed spaces, enrollment, waitlists, costs, and assistance programs; hear from families and providers. - Appointed members: Andrea Cervantes Woods, Debra D. Young, Elizabeth Gonzalez, Ofelia Gonzalez, Lavera L. Smith. 3. Resolution ID 26-1309 – Childcare Workforce Development and Sustainability Ad Hoc Subcommittee (Item 7B) - Scope: Focus on recruitment, training, retention, provider sustainability, wages, benefits, and professional development. - Appointed members: Andrea Cervantes Woods, Ofelia Gonzalez, Elizabeth Gonzalez. Key Outcomes - All three ad hoc subcommittees were formed and members appointed by unanimous votes (9–0 each). - Subcommittees are to meet independently (not subject to the Brown Act), select their own chairs, and report findings back to the full commission at future monthly meetings. - Chair Maxwell directed subcommittees to be bold in recommendations and to consider all options, including pioneering approaches. - The full commission is expected to deliver a report card to the Fresno City Council and Mayor’s office within six months (by approximately April 2027), with a comprehensive final report due in one year. - Additional appointments to subcommittees may be added at subsequent meetings upon re-agendizing.

The Fresno Historic Preservation Commission met on October 1, 2026, at 6:01 PM in City Hall Council Chambers. The commission approved prior meeting minutes, held a public hearing on the Peacock Building's eligibility for local historic listing, and received updates on preservation projects, the Chinatown historic district survey, and staff activities. Discussion Items - Peacock Building (937-945 F Street and 942 Fagan Alley) – Eligibility for Local Register: Assistant Director Phil Skei presented staff findings that three independent evaluations (2006 by Architectural Resources Group, 2024 by SWCA, and August 2026 by Stantec) all concluded the building was not individually eligible for listing due to lack of integrity and absence of qualifying significance. Staff recommended the commission determine it not eligible for the Local Register of Historic Resources. - Commissioners raised concerns about whether the building might still contribute to a potential Fresno Chinatown Historic District and whether its removal would weaken the district's viability. Commissioner Eddings noted that previous SWCA analysis stated the building did not retain sufficient integrity to contribute meaningfully to a district. Stantec’s Melissa Ivie confirmed that the building’s period of significance currently falls outside the district’s, but ongoing analysis may consider expanding the period. - No public comment was presented. - Monthly Update Topics: - Jose Garcia Adobe: Assistant Director Ashley Atkinson reported that the city’s preservation consultant Rincon lacks technical expertise to fully assess the adobe’s structural feasibility; initial advice indicates in-place preservation is likely more feasible than relocation. The property owner has not responded to outreach; tarping and fencing remain in place ahead of a predicted severe winter. The property remains an open code enforcement case, with minimum maintenance being met, but the owner’s prior preservation entitlement has expired. - Chinatown Historic Preservation Survey: Melissa Ivie (Stantec) via Zoom reported that Stantec has begun a comprehensive cultural resources evaluation. The team expanded study boundaries beyond 2006, initially reviewed 136 parcels, and ultimately recorded 99 historic-age resources after field surveys in late August. Two previously recorded buildings were found missing; St. Genevieve's Catholic Church was identified as a potential contributor. Next steps include developing historic context, updating DPR 523 forms, and completing an archaeological assessment (ground-penetrating radar not yet planned). Draft findings are expected by late October to early November, with city review to follow. - Monthly Activity Report: Staff continued reviewing planning entitlements and building permits for historic preservation, working with Rincon as the qualified historic preservation specialist. Rincon is also concurring with Section 106 reviews by SWCA for housing projects. No new Mills Act applications were received (deadline was May); pending applications are moving forward with site visits scheduled for the following day, and contracts expected by the next meeting or by November. One Mitigation Program application was approved and work is underway. - Subcommittee Updates: Commissioner Halajian reported no items from the Architectural Review Subcommittee and brief progress from the Municipal Code Subcommittee (final draft review scheduled for next month). Key Outcomes - Peacock Building (VII-A): Motion by Commissioner Halajian, seconded by Commissioner Eddings, to approve staff's recommendation that the property is ineligible for listing on the Local Register of Historic Resources. Passed 3-2: Chair Sponsler, Commissioner Halajian, Commissioner Eddings voted aye; Commissioner Federico and Commissioner Laval voted no. (Vice Chair Hatwig and Commissioner Johnston absent.) - Meeting Minutes (August 24, 2026): Approved on a motion by Commissioner Laval, seconded by Commissioner Federico. Carried 5-0. - Agenda: Approved on a motion by Commissioner Laval, seconded by Commissioner Eddings. Carried 5-0. - Next Meeting: Scheduled for October 26, 2026, in Room 2165 (diagonally across from Council Chambers). - Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 6:39 PM. Chairperson's Report - Chair Sponsler encouraged attendance at the upcoming fair, which will provide expanded access to the Fresno County Historical Museum, highlighting its exhibits reflecting the community’s cultural diversity. Unscheduled Items – Members of the Commission - Commissioner Laval reported that the Fresno City and County Historical Society is taking an active role in supporting the museum. There is hope Measure P funds will be allocated for disaster preparedness. The museum (open 11 years) currently operates only 24 days per year; efforts aim to improve that. A new medical exhibit (possibly featuring a historic dentist chair) is being installed for the fair. The committee is prioritizing inclusion of three unrepresented cultural groups—Chinese, Portuguese, and Vietnamese—before the next fair.

On September 30, 2026 (listed in the source agenda and minutes as Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 5:30 PM), the City of Fresno Active Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC) met in Conference Room 2165 at Fresno City Hall and via Zoom. Chair Nick Yovino called the meeting to order at 5:35 PM and adjourned at 6:28 PM. Five members were present, three were absent, and one seat was vacant. All five votes taken during the meeting passed 5-0. Consent Calendar - Approval of Agenda: Motion by Vice Chair Bailey, seconded by Member Marquez, approved 5-0. - Approval of Minutes (August 26, 2026): Motion by Vice Chair Bailey, seconded by Member Henry, approved 5-0. Public Comments & Testimony - Tony Molina: Thanked organizers of the walking school day event at Columbia Elementary School, reported a great turnout, noted that FCBC donated bikes and Parks provided helmets, and shared an idea for an AI-based crosswalk lighting system. During the World Day of Remembrance discussion, he praised the task force's work. Task Force Reports - Protected Bicycle Parking Task Force (ID 26-1269): No update was provided; the task force member was absent. - World Day of Remembrance 2026 Task Force (ID 26-1270): Member Marquez asked the committee to approve five items: a draft press release/media advisory; a draft poster of traffic victims developed with Safety Schools; draft posters of City of Fresno accomplishments and ATAC asks for 2026 (a traffic victim memorial marker program and funding for high-priority Vision Zero countermeasures); a draft city council proclamation; and social media visuals for ATAC outlets. The committee discussed the poster drafts, the timing of the proclamation request, and what required ATAC approval. Motion by Vice Chair Bailey, seconded by Member Durham, approved 5-0. - Safe Routes to School Task Force (ID 26-1272): No update was provided; no action taken. Discussion Items - Capital Projects (ID 26-1268): Assistant Director Harmanjit Dhaliwal reported that Public Works is reorganizing assistant director duties and discussed the California Street Enhancements project, the second phase of California Complete Streets. The first phase is federally funded; after three community meetings where residents opposed the project, a modified protected intersection was the recommended option, with construction targeting early 2027. The second phase will be brought back to ATAC when preliminary design is available. Committee members discussed forming a capital projects task force and inviting Public Works leadership to a future meeting to identify projects for committee review. No formal action was taken. Member Reports & Comments - District 1 – April Henry: Reported a partnership with Central Unified, Fresno County Bicycle Coalition, and Fresno State Transportation Institute to offer a five-day, four-hour-per-day bike education and bike rodeo program during winter intersession; participating students would receive a bike, helmet, and kit, with priority at schools with high absenteeism. The proposal needs school board approval, and she requested support. - District 3 – Jacob Bailey: Reported a new crosswalk at Broadway Parque; expressed concern that new crosswalks lack daylighting treatments, especially near parks and schools, and recommended standard drawings include daylighting and protective bollards. He also raised concerns about inaccessible pedestrian detours on Shaw, city staff parking in bike lanes and on sidewalks on Belmont, and lack of police enforcement. - District 5 – Nick Yovino: Shared comments about the Big Fresno Fair. - District 6 – Diana Durham: Provided updates on repaving and traffic delay signage in her district, expressed support for Measure S and urged members to talk it up, and expressed concern about the Friant Ranch project's potential traffic impacts, noting the Friant/Shepherd intersection has been quieter but people still ignore no-right-turn-on-red restrictions. - Mayoral appointee – Paul Marquez: Reported on AB 1569 (e-bike safety and training program for grades 7-12, to be developed by March 2028) and AB 2168 (Active Transportation Program guidelines, including transit-rich/infill priorities and penalties for unused grant funds), and shared insights from a UCLA ITS symposium on transportation and homelessness. Staff Reports - Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant support letter (ID 26-1274): Andreina Aguilar presented the request for ATAC to support the City's application for Caltrans' Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant. The planning grant does not fund construction but allows up to 30% design. The proposed project is a school area safety plan for 15 schools. The transcript initially names four districts including Sanger; the presenter then clarified Fresno, Clovis, and Central school districts. The plan would include audits of student routes, accessibility and safety assessments, and identify five potential sites for 30% design. Staff said they had consulted with Caltrans after a prior application was not awarded. The funding request is capped at $700,000 plus match. Motion by Member Durham, seconded by Member Marquez, approved 5-0. - September Traffic Collision Report (ID 26-1273): Presented by Andreina Aguilar. Preliminary data for January 1-August 31, 2026: 2,530 total collisions, 140 involving pedestrians, and 12 involving bicyclists. Compared with the previous year, total collisions increased, pedestrian-involved collisions decreased, and bicyclist-involved collisions increased. There were 7 fatalities, including 1 bicyclist and 1 e-bike rider; pedestrian fatalities were lower than last year's 15, while bicyclist fatalities increased and e-bike fatalities decreased. In response to a member question about attributing causes, staff said analysis would require many hours and software, and Public Works may seek an OTS grant to purchase such software. No action was taken. Key Outcomes - Approved the agenda and the August 26, 2026 minutes, each by 5-0 votes. - Approved World Day of Remembrance 2026 press release, posters, proclamation draft, and social media visuals by a 5-0 vote. - Approved a letter of support for the City's Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant application by a 5-0 vote. - Adjourned at 6:28 PM by a 5-0 vote.

Note: The meeting minutes provided list the meeting date as Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM. The metadata supplied with this summary indicates the meeting occurred on September 24, 2026. This discrepancy is noted for accuracy. The Building Standards Appeals Board convened to consider one major agenda item: an appeal of the certified building official's determination regarding occupant load for a proposed private pickleball club at 3070 West Shaw Avenue in Fresno. The meeting included a roll call, agenda approval with a recusal, consent calendar approval, and a public hearing on the appeal. The board ultimately voted to uphold the building official's determination. Consent Calendar - ID 26-1210 – Approval of the August 18, 2026 Building Standards Appeals Board Regular Meeting Minutes - ID 26-1218 – Approval of the September 1, 2026 Building Standards Appeals Board Regular Meeting Minutes - Both items were approved unanimously (5-0). Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public provided oral comment. Discussion Items - Appeal of Certified Building Official's Determination – Occupant Load for Tian Pickleball Club (ID 26-1242) - Background: The project is a tenant improvement of a 32,742 sq. ft. space within a 36,138 sq. ft. building, proposing a private pickleball club with a pro shop and one employee on site during operating hours (5 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week). The occupancy classification is Assembly Group A-3 under the 2025 California Building Code. - Appellant's Position (Adam Stevenson, GMA Engineers and Architects): The appellant argued that the occupant load should be capped at 45 persons based on an operational statement limiting club membership to 45 members. They contended that pickleball courts by nature only support a limited number of occupants (two to four per court) and that even under a calculated occupant load of 587 using code factors, the building meets life safety and egress requirements. The primary concern was relief from providing unnecessary plumbing fixtures. - Staff & Building Official's Position (Ashley Atkinson, Assistant Director for Planning and Development): Staff and the building official determined that the operational statement did not satisfy CBC Section 1004.5 exception, which requires occupant load to be based on the design of the space, not on voluntary operational restrictions. Staff recommended upholding the determination and requiring the applicant to provide occupant load calculations based on the space design. - Board Discussion: Board members raised several concerns: the enforceability of a 45-member cap, the adequacy of existing restroom facilities (two toilets and a urinal for men; two toilets and two lavs for women) for potential higher occupancy, the possibility of guest attendance, and the financial viability of a club limited to 45 members in a 36,000 sq. ft. space (estimated monthly dues over $800 per person). Board Member Ransom noted the lack of evidence that courts were designed for only two players; all floor plan courts appeared identical. Board Member Vincent questioned whether the board could direct a revised calculation using four persons per court, but staff clarified the board's options were limited to either upholding the building official or approving the 45-person cap based on the operational statement. - Decision: Board Member Ransom moved to uphold the building official's determination that the operational statement does not adequately address the occupant load. Vice Chair Vincent seconded. The motion carried 5-0 (with Board Member Field recused). Key Outcomes - Vote: The board voted 5-0 to uphold the certified building official's determination denying the appellant's request to cap the occupant load at 45 persons based on the operational statement. - Effect: The appellant must provide occupant load calculations per CBC Section 1004.5 based on the design of the space, not the operational cap. The building official's correction notice remains in effect. - Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 1:40 p.m.

The Fresno Planning Committee met on September 23, 2026, at 5:30 PM under Chair Albert Snatches. Vice Chair Debbie Darton and Committee Member James Sponsor were present; Ashley Morales Square was absent. The committee reviewed four agenda items: a 159-lot residential subdivision (Emory Court), a conditional use permit for a banquet hall, a workshop on the Climate Adaptation + Environmental Justice Plan, and a text amendment to allow additional housing types in office zone districts. No public comments were received; the workshop was informational. The committee provided recommendations on each item. Discussion Items A. Tentative Tract Map P260138 – Emory Court (159-lot single-family subdivision) - Project sponsor DR Horton (Cheryl Anderson, project manager) presented a 159-lot subdivision on approximately 19.5 acres at McKinley and Boy, within the city’s sphere of influence. Homes would be two-story, 1,400–1,800 sq. ft., with three floor plans and three elevations, starting in the $390s (comparable to a sold-out nearby project). A 19,000 sq. ft. centrally located park, bus stop, and solar/EV-ready features are included. The site is in Central Unified School District; school fees will go to Central Unified, while property taxes go to the city general fund. - Vice Chair Darton questioned how District 3 benefits, noting that property tax dollars do not return directly to the district for services. Chair Snatches emphasized that widening McKinley and adding sidewalks/lighting would improve the area. Committee member Sponsor asked about lot sizes (all below the standard 4,000 sq. ft. to keep costs down) and park maintenance (dedicated to the city, funded via property tax). The project will be annexed along with about 20 additional acres to the west; a stub street will provide future connectivity. Committee members expressed general support for more housing but raised concerns about the bus stop’s future use and aesthetics. No formal vote was taken; the committee offered positive feedback and thanked the applicant. B. Conditional Use Permit P260720 – Banquet Hall at 1945 W. Yale Avenue - Applicant Sandeep Sigal proposes converting a 15,000 sq. ft. warehouse into a banquet hall with a 600 sq. ft. foyer, 1,474 sq. ft. kitchen, and 115 parking stalls. Hours: 8 AM to 1 AM (closing at midnight with cleanup). The site is zoned IL (Light Industrial). Committee members discussed parking standards (use-based), landscaping, and the removal of 12 California palm trees along Yale. Sigal said he would keep existing trees and add new ones; the committee strongly recommended preserving as many existing palms as possible, noting the city may own those in the right-of-way. The committee also requested a neighborhood point of contact for residents and that the project include a high standard of aesthetics. No vote; the committee expressed excitement and wished the applicant well. C. Workshop – City of Fresno Climate Adaptation + Environmental Justice Plan (CAP/EJ) - Preston Hur (staff) presented the draft CAP/EJ, a policy document required by SB 379 and SB 1000 to address climate risks (flooding, extreme heat, wildfire, air pollution) and environmental justice. It proposes 68 new general plan policies and 50 revisions, focusing on six goals: People-Centered Environments, Water Smart Fresno, Cool & Green Fresno, Clean the Air Fresno, Healthy Homes & Neighborhoods, and Partnerships for Action. The plan identifies frontline communities using CalEnviroScreen and includes extensive community outreach (surveys, pop-ups). Public draft expected in November/December 2026, with adoption by City Council early 2027. - Committee members raised concerns: lack of enforcement for tree replacement, need for measurable progress metrics, accountability for underserved communities (especially District 3), and the plan’s reliance on grants. Recommendations included: implementing a “one tree removed, one tree planted” rule; creating a citizen oversight committee; prioritizing infill lots over new subdivisions near industrial uses; considering climate-appropriate succulents, rainwater capture, permeable pavement, and cool pavement; and ensuring equitable allocation of resources. Chair Snatches asked about the plan’s resolve; staff noted it is a guiding document, not an implementation plan, but annual general plan updates will track progress. D. Text Amendment P2602730 – Additional Housing Types in Office Zone Districts - Staff proposed amending Section 15-1302 to allow attached/detached single-family homes and duplexes on vacant or underutilized parcels zoned Office (O), in addition to the previously approved apartment uses. Projects with four or fewer parcels would be processed ministerially (parcel map) without neighborhood notice; five or more require a tentative tract map and public hearing. Density would follow RM1 standards (12–16 units/acre) and development standards of RS5 (min. lot 4,000 sq. ft., etc.). A 500-foot setback from schools is required (based on prior council input). - Committee members strongly opposed applying this amendment to certain Office-zoned parcels in District 3, particularly near heavy industrial uses (truck stops, Foster Farms, former Darling plant). Vice Chair Darton and Member Sponsor argued that such locations would create poor quality of life, and the amendment appears to be a “box-checking” exercise. They recommended adding limitations: at least two-thirds of the parcel’s perimeter must abut existing residential uses; projects must be near transit and grocery stores; and any historic properties must come before the committee. They also urged the city to incentivize development on vacant infill lots in existing residential areas (e.g., downtown triangle, 40 acres of vacant land) rather than siting homes next to industrial operations. Staff noted that the text amendment is citywide; the committee’s recommendations will be considered. No vote was taken. Key Outcomes - Item A (Emory Court): Committee expressed support and provided no formal recommendations; project will proceed through the approval process. - Item B (Banquet Hall): Committee recommended preserving existing palm trees to the maximum extent, establishing a neighborhood point of contact, and ensuring high-quality landscaping. No vote; applicant will incorporate feedback. - Item C (CAP/EJ Workshop): Committee offered numerous recommendations to strengthen the plan, including tree replacement rules, citizen oversight, measurable progress metrics, and equitable prioritization. Staff will incorporate into the draft and bring back for public review. - Item D (Text Amendment): Committee recommended adding site compatibility criteria (minimum 2/3 adjacent to residential, proximity to transit/grocery), requiring community input for all projects regardless of size, and incentivizing infill development on vacant residential lots. Staff will revise the text amendment accordingly. - Administrative Matters: Vice Chair Darton raised ongoing code enforcement issues: truck parking in residential areas, homeless encampments at freeway underpasses (specifically Ventura/Tulare, Fresno/99, and R Street/Ventura), and the need for daily hotspot patrols. Committee reiterated the need for action. The meeting adjourned at 8:06 PM.

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission (PRAC) held a regular meeting on Monday, September 21, 2026, at 5:30 PM in Council Chambers. The meeting included approvals, reports from commissioners and staff, workshops on the Expanded Access to Arts and Culture (EAAC) Grant Program and the FY2027 Measure P budget, public hearings, and public comments. Chair Kimberly McCoy presided; all seven present commissioners voted unanimously on agenda, minutes, and excused absence items. Consent Calendar - Agenda Approved: Motion by Commissioner Caglia, seconded by Vice Chair Ward, unanimous (7-0, Dohlin absent). - Approval of Minutes (August 17, 2026): Motion by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Duran, unanimous (7-0). - Excused Absence for Commissioner Dohlin: Motion by Commissioner Duran, seconded by Commissioner Miller, carried (7-0). Public Comments & Testimony - Unscheduled Communication: - Leslie Hoyt (Fresno Area Pickleball) expressed concern that the city’s revised policies (August 24) appear to prioritize profit over people and threaten the group’s free open-play program. She stated that the city’s definition of “organized” play would require paid reservations costing over $15,000 annually, limiting playing opportunities. - Randy Radd (Fresno Area Pickleball) added that the group does not take registrations or organize leagues; they only publicize that pickleball facilities are available. He argued they are not a league and should not be subject to the athletic reservation policy. - Public Hearings: - Hearing on EAAC Grant Program (ID 26-1253): Niki Real commented on the need for stronger safeguards and board responsibility to prevent future embezzlement. - Hearing on Measure P, Parks Master Plan, Cultural Arts Plan, and Budget (ID 26-1254): Niki Real again addressed administrative costs and the need for focus on goals. Commissioners also discussed the pickleball policy, noting that recurring events constitute league play and require reservations per existing policy. Director Aguirre stated the policy has not changed and will be shared again with the group. Discussion Items - Subcommittee Reports: - Commissioner Barraza reported the ARC subcommittee reviewed draft rules for candidate selection and evaluation. - Commissioner Reports and Comments: - Multiple commissioners thanked PARCS staff and Director Aguirre for a tour of three park construction sites (Radio Park, Dolores Huerta Park, Southeast Fresno Sports Complex). Commissioner Barraza noted the new artificial turf field and desired future additions like a performance space and bleachers. Commissioner Duran reported the Cycle 3 ARC application is open until September 30. Commissioner Caglia praised progress despite challenges, and Commissioner Kucharski highlighted the complexity of multi-year projects. - Commissioner Barraza later expressed disappointment that the tour did not include West Fresno parks (e.g., Les Kimber Park), urging better geographic balance. - City Administration/PARCS Staff Reports: - Director Aaron Aguirre thanked commissioners for the tour and announced the ribbon-cutting of Milburn Overlook Park (a Measure P Category 5 project featuring shade structures and bluff-view binoculars). - Workshop: EAAC Grant Program Update (ID 26-1255): - Assistant Director Shelby MacNab reported staff met with 100% of Cycle 2 awardees and are preparing 143 agreements. As of 74 business days since one-on-one meetings began, no awards have been fully paid out; two contracts were routed for signature that day. The presentation detailed a 16-step workflow, with most awardees at an intermediate contracting speed (60-90 business days). Process improvements are ongoing. - Program Manager Sarah Gaytan presented Cycle 3 updates: 204 eligibility submissions received, with 119 for project support, 54 for core operating support, and 31 duplicates/ineligible. Applications due September 30. Outreach reached over 14,600 recipients. The first ARC subcommittee meeting occurred August 20. - Commission discussion: Chair McCoy expressed frustration that Cycle 2 is not complete, impacting Cycle 3 applicants, noting complaints about poor communication and delays. Commissioner Barraza questioned staffing (10 FTE, many part-time) and target completion (hoped before year's end). Commissioner Duran asked about financial reconciliation and SharePoint issues. Commissioner Miller thanked staff. Commissioner Kucharski raised concerns about burden on community groups meeting government standards; staff responded they are helping build capacity. Commissioner Kucharski asked about lost receipts; staff uses a lost receipt form with judgment. - Workshop: FY2027 Measure P Budget (ID 26-1256): - Business Manager Tou Xiong presented the adopted FY2027 Measure P budget. Total beginning balance: $65.9M; projected tax revenue: $49.1M; other revenue: $2.1M. Breakdown by categories: Category 1 (existing parks) primarily for operations and ranger program ($1.9M); Category 2 (new parks) for land acquisition and development; Category 3 (program delivery) for senior, youth, and veteran programs; Category 4 (arts and culture) for Cycle 3/4 and admin; Category 5 (DPW/DPU) for beautification and park improvements. - The budget includes some commission recommendations (e.g., support for cultural arts subcommittee, filtration analysis at Roeding Park) but most were not adopted. Commissioners expressed disappointment that their recommendations continue to be ignored. Commissioner Barraza asked about grant leveraging; Director Aguirre described using Measure P as match for state/federal grants (e.g., Outdoor Recreation Legacy Program for Southeast Fresno Phase 2). - Commissioner Duran asked about the Tech Easy program; staff will provide a memo on a pending grant award decision before the next meeting. Commissioner Kucharski asked about utility costs and the park ranger program (fully funded by Measure P). - Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 7:22 PM in memory of Dr. Francine Oputa. Key Outcomes - Votes: All consent items passed 7-0. - No formal decisions on substantive items (workshops and hearings were informational/input-only). - Directives: - Staff to update the Cycle 2 status spreadsheet with a color legend and post online. - Staff to provide a memo to the commission on the Tech Easy grant award timeline. - Staff to work with the city attorney on how recovered stolen funds would be reflected in future budgets. - Staff to follow up with Fresno Area Pickleball regarding the athletic reservation policy. - Next Steps: - Cycle 3 grant applications due September 30, 2026. - ARC subcommittee will train members and review applications for recommendations. - FY2028 budget timeline: Mid-year projections in December 2026; base budget submission in March 2027; mayor’s proposed budget in May 2027; council hearings in June.

The Fresno City Council met in regular session on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 2600 Fresno Street. Roll call was taken at 9:11 a.m. with six members present: Council President Nelson Esparza and Councilmembers Annalisa Perea, Mike Karbassi, Miguel Angel Arias, Brandon Vang, and Nick Richardson. Vice President Tyler Maxwell was absent due to a family emergency. The meeting included numerous ceremonial proclamations, public hearings on a right-of-way vacation, the annual CAPER report, a historic property designation, and an appearance by a resident regarding Republic Services. The consent calendar was approved with modifications, and two contested consent items were individually considered. The council recessed into closed session at 11:58 a.m. to discuss labor negotiations, existing and anticipated litigation, and performance evaluations for the City Attorney and City Clerk. Consent Calendar - Approved minutes from June 11, June 16, June 23, and September 3, 2026. - Authorized acceptance of $1,440,788 in Proposition 64 grant funding for the City Attorney’s Office and $6,000,000 for the Police Department. - Adopted a resolution supporting Proposition 1, the Veterans and Affordable Housing Bond Act of 2026 (Councilmember Richardson voted no; approved 5-1). - Approved a $561,370 consultant services agreement with CSDA Design Group for noise abatement at Fresno Yosemite International Airport. - Approved Amendment No. 17 with ERM-West, Inc. for environmental support services at the airport (not to exceed $1,196,236). - Named the “Carnegie Library Garage.” - Awarded a $1,173,537 construction contract to American Paving Co. for the Van Ness Boulevard and Clinton Avenue Traffic Signal Modification Project. - Adopted the 15th Amendment to the Annual Appropriation Resolution, appropriating $3,365,600. - Approved a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement with State Center Community College District for a Fire Regional Training Center. - Approved a three-year lease with Signature Flight Support LLC for the Police Department’s Air Support Unit ($54,768 annually). - Delegated authority to the City Manager for Cycle Two of the Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant Program (up to $165,000) – moved to contested consent, then approved. - Approved a second amendment to the service agreement with Poverello House for mobile shower and restroom operations ($243,000) – moved to contested consent, then approved. - Various other routine items including street vacations, appointments, grant applications, and contracts. Public Comments & Testimony - Neil O’Brien (District 6 resident): Provided detailed testimony regarding Republic Services’ failure to collect waste, billing for fees not in the franchise agreement, and discrepancies between publicly claimed GPS/AI tracking and the actual complaint log. He requested the city serve a 24-hour notice of inspection, direct Republic to stop unauthorized fees and refund past charges, and assess liquidated damages. - Brandi Nuse-Villegas: Commented on the PY 2025 CAPER, expressing appreciation for continued funding of programs like the Boys and Girls Club and human trafficking prevention, and urged increased investment in rental assistance, permanent housing, and safe parking for people living in vehicles. - Kelvin Scott, Pastor Monte Mitchell (Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church), and Lisa Flores: Spoke in favor of the historic designation for 207 E San Joaquin Street, noting the church’s 100-year history, community service, and plans to expand kitchen facilities. - Nikki Real: Expressed support for added accountability in the mobile showers contract and noted concerns about administrative costs versus direct assistance for homeless individuals. - Lisa Flores: Criticized the timing of agenda publication, requesting earlier release to improve public access, and noted she did not receive the agenda until after the meeting started. - Unscheduled Communication (various speakers): Glenn Harrington discussed epilepsy awareness and offered free training by the Epilepsy Foundation of Northern California. Joseph Rodriguez, Alfred Aldrete, and Crystal Rocha urged the council to end the flock camera contract, citing privacy concerns and non-compliance with public records requests for audit logs. Discussion Items - 9:10 a.m. – Right-of-Way Vacation for Dolores Huerta Park: Heard at 11:23 a.m. No public comments. Councilmember Perea noted this is one of the last steps needed for a planned groundbreaking by the end of 2026. Resolution adopted unanimously (6-0). - 9:15 a.m. 1 – PY 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER): Heard at 11:24 a.m. Public comment received from Brandi Nuse-Villegas. No council discussion. Approved (5-0; Councilmembers Arias and Maxwell absent). - 9:20 a.m. – Historic Designation for 207 E San Joaquin Street: Heard at 11:09 a.m. Speakers from Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church testified in support. Councilmember Arias highlighted the church’s 100-year history and its perseverance after being relocated for the construction of State Route 99. Resolution adopted unanimously (6-0). - 10:00 a.m. – Appearance by Neil O’Brien regarding Republic Services: O’Brien presented evidence of service failures and billing issues. Council took no immediate action but acknowledged the concerns. - Contested Consent: Item 2-L – Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant Program: Councilmember Arias requested and received the names of five grantees that declined award money and confirmation of three contracts exceeding $50,000 requiring City Manager approval. Approved (6-0). - Contested Consent: Item 2-M – Poverello House Mobile Shower and Restroom Operations: Councilmember Arias inquired about the status of the second mobile shower trailer damaged in a traffic accident. Staff reported it was deemed a total loss; operations will continue with one trailer, and a replacement is expected within 6–12 months. Approved (6-0). Key Outcomes - Resolution 2026-211 vacating portions of city-owned right-of-way for Dolores Huerta Park: adopted (6-0). - PY 2025 CAPER approved and authorized for submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (5-0). - Resolution 2026-212 designating 207 E San Joaquin Street to the Local Register of Historic Resources: adopted (6-0). - Consent calendar approved as amended (6-0). Annexation No. 75 (CFD No. 9) continued to October 22, 2026, at 9:15 a.m. Items 2-L and 2-M moved to contested consent and approved. - Item 2-U (appointments to the Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board) tabled. - Certain agenda items continued by staff: the Central Southeast Area Specific Plan (item ID 26-1054) and the Plan Amendment for approximately 55.31 acres in Southwest Fresno (item ID 26-1055) were continued to October 22, 2026, at 3:55 p.m. and 4:00 p.m., respectively. - The council recessed into closed session at 11:58 a.m. to discuss labor negotiations, existing litigation (Richard Fitzgerald v. City of Fresno; Tutelian & Company, Inc. v. City of Fresno), anticipated litigation (2 potential cases), and public employee performance evaluations for the City Attorney and City Clerk. No open-session announcements were made following closed session. The meeting adjourned from open session at 3:25 p.m. and from closed session at 5:00 p.m. Additional Information - The meeting began with ceremonial proclamations recognizing the Valley Volleyball Academy, Pet of the Quarter (a Chihuahua mix named Selena), California Native American Day, Orange Shirt Day (honoring residential school survivors), Constitution Week, BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir of Fresno (25th anniversary), Fresno State Bulldog Marching Band Centennial Celebration, Dolly Parton Day (September 25, 2026), and the Hmong Nurses Association – Fresno Chapter (8th anniversary). - Councilmember reports included updates on Movies in the Park, Fiestas Patrias, repaving projects, parking enforcement downtown, memorials for a recent aviation accident, and suicide awareness. Mayor Dyer announced that his chief of staff was returning from Sacramento with $100 million in state infrastructure funds, bringing the total for downtown improvements to $250 million. City Manager White reported on a multi-jurisdictional response to the Sierra Sky Park incident and coordinated with Councilmember Arias on parking concerns.