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City of Fresno
Meeting Minutes
City Council
Council President - Nelson Esparza
Vice President - Tyler Maxwell
Councilmembers:
Annalisa Perea, Mike Karbassi, Miguel Angel Arias,
Brandon Vang,
Nick Richardson
City Manager - Georgeanne A. White
City Attorney - Andrew Janz
Interim City Clerk - Amy K. Aller
9:00 AM Council ChambersThursday, April 9, 2026
Regular Meeting
The City Council met in regular session in the Council Chamber, City Hall, on the date and time above written.
9:08 A.M. ROLL CALL
Council President Nelson Esparza
Councilmember Annalisa Perea
Councilmember Mike Karbassi
Councilmember Miguel Angel Arias
Councilmember Brandon Vang
Councilmember Nick Richardson
Present: 6 -
Vice President Tyler MaxwellAbsent: 1 -
Invocation by Pastor Edward Thomas from ImpAct Church
Pastor Edward Thomas gave the invocation.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Councilmember Richardson led the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVE AGENDA
THE FOLLOWING CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS WERE MOVED TO THE
CONTESTED CONSENT CALENDAR FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION
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2-E (ID 26-390) regarding reject all bids received for the Trolley Park Lighting and Shade Structure Project, Bid File 12600535 - was moved to the Contested Consent by Councilmember Perea.
2-H (ID 26-409) regarding the third amendment to the grant agreement with Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission/Advance Peace - was moved to the Contested Consent by Councilmember Arias.
2-I (ID 26-251) regarding the first amendment to the service agreement with Elevate Community Services – was moved to the Contested Consent by Councilmember Richardson and Councilmember Arias.
On motion of Councilmember Perea, seconded by Councilmember Richardson, the AGENDA was APPROVED AS AMENDED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Vang and Richardson6 -
Absent: Maxwell1 -
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
ID 26-372 Proclamation for “Sunnyside H.S. Theater & Drama Dept.”
PRESENTED
ID 26-397 Proclamation of “Marcus P. Johnson Day “
PRESENTED
ID 26-399 Proclamation for “American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month”
PRESENTED
COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Councilmember Arias Reports and Comments. Reported completion of the annual round of neighborhood meetings in each of the four core neighborhoods, where residents shared their requests for the upcoming budget. Thanked residents for their participation and noted that his final meeting concluded shortly before the recent incident in the Roeding Park area. Reiterated his commitment to continue meeting directly with residents throughout the final year on the Council and to address neighborhood issues as reinvestment efforts continue across the city. Reported over the City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 2
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prior two weeks numerous ABC Conditional Use Permit (CUP) holders, including gas stations, liquor stores, and convenience stores, had resumed violating their CUP conditions by displaying exterior advertisements for alcohol and tobacco sales. Stated that similar issues were addressed in 2019 and 2020 but reemerged, and observed a trend in which distributors, including Valley Wide, were providing free advertisements with the expectation that businesses display them. Requested the City Attorney to remind all CUP holders of their conditions of approval prohibiting external alcohol and tobacco advertising, particularly near schools, and to also communicate with distributors regarding the City’s stricter regulations compared to the County.
Councilmember Vang Reports and Comments. Reported joining the PARCS Department and community volunteers to assist with park clean up efforts following the Easter celebrations, and thanked the volunteers and staff for their work. Reminded residents about upcoming Town Halls, noting that the first had already taken place and that the second and third would be held the following week at Ayer Elementary and Fancher Creek Elementary.
Encouraged residents to attend and participate in discussions on improving the community. Reported attending the ceremonial first pitch for the Fresno Grizzlies’ opening night. Announced that the Great American Cleanup with several District 5 locations available for volunteer participation, including Calwa Park, Cedar and Cesar Chavez intersection, Clovis and Kings Canyon intersection, the Jackson Elementary neighborhood, and Lane Elementary, where his office would be present.
Councilmember Richardson Reports and Comments. Announced the groundbreaking for Phase Two of Avalon Commons in Northeast Fresno, and he thanked the residents, supporters, and individuals who contributed to the project. Stated that a neighborhood Town Hall was held at the site, where residents shared concerns, and several of those concerns were being addressed as Phase Two progressed, including potential design adjustments and traffic calming measures. Encouraged residents to bring neighborhood issues to their elected officials. Thanked District 6 staff for assisting with an inspection of another shelter the day prior. Noted the City was continuing to seek businesses to participate as free vendors for the upcoming City of Fresno FitFest in late May, and he encouraged the public City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 3
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to follow the event on social media or contact City Hall for more information.
Reported District 6 observed an increase in campaign signs being placed illegally on medians, City property, and Public Works easements. Reminded candidates that campaign signs must be placed in accordance with the law and noted that improper placement had generated complaints from residents. Encouraged candidates to seek permission before placing signs on private property and to avoid placing signs on public property.
Council President Esparza Reports and Comments. Reported that he and several Councilmembers participated in Opening Day and took part in the traditional first pitch ceremony at the Fresno Grizzlies home opener. Noted that most pitches made it over the plate and complimented the Mayor’s pitch. Stated that it had been an enjoyable evening spent supporting the team. Reminded the public about the Great American Cleanup and District 7 volunteers would be at Hidalgo Elementary. He encouraged residents to find a location near them and noted that more information was available at beautifyfresno.org or through Council offices. Acknowledged several Councilmember birthdays and offered birthday and belated birthday wishes to all.
MAYOR/MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Mayor Dyer Reports and Comments. Announced the Great American Cleanup with approximately 20 cleanup locations throughout the City. Noted that organizers had hoped to recruit 2,500 volunteers in recognition of the Nation’s 250th anniversary and reminded the public that sign ups were available at www.beautifyfresno.org. Stated that volunteers would participate in trash pickup, graffiti removal, and tree plantings. Reported he joined the Councilmembers in participating in the ceremonial first pitch at the Fresno Grizzlies’ home opener. Highlighted ongoing investments in Chukchansi Park, noting that over the past five years the City invested more than $7 million in improvements such as new paint, turf, LED lighting, sound system upgrades, a scoreboard, restrooms, batting cages, and a clubhouse.
Encouraged the public to attend and support the Fresno Grizzlies, noting that the team won on opening night. Reported that he and Councilmember Richardson took part in the groundbreaking for Avalon Commons Phase Two, following the ribbon cutting for Avalon Commons Phase One approximately 18 months earlier. Noted that the second phase would City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 4
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include 45 additional affordable housing units, bringing the combined total to 105 units, and he acknowledged the Council’s $4.2 million contribution to the project Reported touring the Diablo Canyon facility with his Chief of Staff earlier in the week. Stated that the site produces nearly 10 percent of California’s electricity and noted the President had authorized an additional 20 years of operation pending approval by the State Legislature and Governor. Encouraged Councilmembers to visit the facility.
City Manager White Reports and Comments. Thanked Santino Danisi, Kaleb Neufeld, and the entire Finance Department for their work on the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), noting that it was accepted with no findings for the second consecutive year. Stated that this was a significant accomplishment.
1. SCHEDULED COUNCIL HEARINGS AND MATTERS
9:05 A.M.
ID 26-419 Tax Equity and Financial Responsibility Act (TEFRA) public hearing.
1. TEFRA HEARING - To hear and consider financing and refinancing the acquisition, development, construction and equipping of a 120 -unit (including one manager ’s unit) multifamily rental housing project. The new bond will be issued by the California Municipal Finance Authority (Authority). As a jurisdiction in which the facilities are located, the Council must consider authorizing the Authority to issue the obligations for such purposes.
2. ***RESOLUTION - Approving a plan of finance including the issuance of exempt facility bonds by the California Municipal Finance Authority in an aggregate outstanding principal amount not to exceed $16,000,000 to finance and refinance a qualified residential rental project for the benefit of FCTC Family II, LP (or an affiliate), and certain other matters relating thereto (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
The above item was called to order at 9:56 A.M. and was presented to Council by Controller Danisi. Upon call, the following members of the public addressed Council: Dez Martinez, and Bruce Kinabrew. Public comment closed at 10:05 A.M.
Council discussion was held.
RESOLUTION 2026-48 ADOPTED
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On motion of Councilmember Vang, seconded by Councilmember Karbassi, that the above Action Item be ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Vang and Richardson6 -
Absent: Maxwell1 -
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
Upon call, for public comment on all Consent, Contested Consent and Closed Session items, the following members of the public addressed Council: Nikki Real.
APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Councilmember Karbassi, the CONSENT CALENDAR was hereby adopted by the following vote:
Aye: Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Vang and Richardson6 -
Absent: Maxwell1 -
2.-A. ID 26-421 Approval of the Minutes for the March 19, 2026, Regular and Special Meetings, and March 26, 2026, Regular Meeting
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-B. ID 26-280 Actions pertaining to the Runway 11L-29R Reconstruction project at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (Council District 4),Bid file 12502600:
1. ***RESOLUTION - Adopt the 38th Amendment to the Annual Appropriation Resolution (AAR) No. 2025-179 appropriating $7,500,000 for the AIP 106 Reconstruction Runway Project 11L- 29R for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 (Requires Five Affirmative Votes) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto).
1. Award a Construction Contract to DeSilva Gates
Construction-Vanguard a Joint Venture, of Dublin, California, for the Runway 11L-29R Reconstruction project at Fresno Yosemite International Airport in the amount of $98,888,888.00 (Bid File 12502600), with a notice to proceed each year contingent on FAA funding.
2. Approve a Consultant Agreement with Krazan of Fresno, California, to provide geotechnical quality assurance testing and inspection services for the Runway 11L-29R Reconstruction project at Fresno Yosemite International Airport in the amount of $1,164,070.00 for a City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 6
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term of three (3) years, with a notice to proceed each year contingent on FAA funding
3. Approve a Consultant Agreement with Kimley Horn for professional construction management and phasing services in the amount of $4,391,389.00 for a term of three (3) years, with a notice to proceed each year contingent on FAA funding
RESOLUTION 2026-49 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-C. ID 26-351 Approve the Second Amendment to the Consultant Services Agreement with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. in the amount of $ 2,392,831.00, bringing the total contract to $ 10,061,878.23 with $ 325,000.00 remaining in contingency to provide the additional professional engineering services needed to revise and complete the plans, specifications, and estimates for the Blackstone Avenue and McKinley Avenue BNSF Grade Separation Project (Council Districts 1 and 7).
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-D. ID 26-380 Actions pertaining to the disposition of two City -owned parcels, identified as Assessor ’s Parcel Numbers 510-326-32T and 510-326-33T (Council District 1):
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15332/Class 32 of the Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Guidelines;
2. ***RESOLUTION - Finding Good Cause and Clear and Convincing Benefit to the public pursuant to Fresno Municipal Code Section 4- 204, relating to the disposition of surplus real property identified as Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 510-326-32T and 510-326-33T
(Requires Five Affirmative Votes) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto);
3. Approve the execution of the Agreement for Purchase and Sale of Real Property and Escrow Instructions with MDS Properties LTD, a California corporation, for the sale of two City -owned parcels totaling 0.18-acres (7,840 square feet ), for a purchase price of $175,000, including a seller -provided credit of $5,250 ( 3%), resulting in net proceeds of $169,750.
RESOLUTION 2026-50 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-F. ID 26-411
Actions related to the lease of office space at 1555 Van Ness Avenue and a non -professional services agreement between the City of Fresno and Community Media Access Collaborative (CMAC) (District 3):
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 7
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15301/Class 1 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines
2. ***RESOLUTION - Finding good cause and clear and convincing benefit to the public to vary from the request for proposals process pursuant to FMC Section 4-204 relating to the disposition of real property APN 466-145-12T (Property) (Requires 5 Affirmative Votes) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
3. Approve a Lease Agreement between the City of Fresno and CMAC, a California non -profit public benefit corporation, to lease office space for two years with options to extend for three additional one-year terms, starting at $366,306 in year one and increasing exponentially each year, starting at 3%, totaling $1,954,650 over five years in rent
4. Affirm the City Manager ’s finding that CMAC is Uniquely Qualified to perform the services outlined in the Agreement
5. Approve a Service Agreement between the City of Fresno and CMAC, a California non -profit public benefit corporation, to provide media services for the public and the City, not -to-exceed $250,000 per year for two years plus three one-year optional extensions RESOLUTION 2026-51 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-G. ID 26-402 Approve a no -cost Fourth Amendment to the Grant Agreement (Agreement) with Hinton Community Center, a California nonprofit organization (Hinton Center) to extend the term of the Agreement to April 12, 2027 to complete the project (District 3)
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-J. ID 26-275 Actions pertaining to On-Call Plan Check, Back Check, and Inspection Services for the Building and Safety Division
1. Approve a Second Amendment to the consultant services agreement with Interwest Consulting Group, Inc ., extending the performance term from June 30, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with no change to the not-to-exceed amount; and
2. Approve a Second Amendment to the consultant services agreement with BPR Consulting Group, LLC, extending the performance term from June 30, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with no change to the not-to-exceed amount
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-K. ID 26-384 Actions pertaining to the 2024 National Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) grant program:
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Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Fresno County Probation Department James Rowland Crime Victim Assistance Center (CVAC) to fund a full -time Victim Witness Advocate for two years of the three -year grant performance period totaling $217,569 ($107,177 Year 1 of the MOU and $110,392 Year 2 of the MOU)
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-L. ID 26-385 Actions pertaining to the 2026 Law Enforcement Specialized Unit Program:
1. ***RESOLUTION - Adopt a Resolution authorizing acceptance of $203,142 in grant funding from the California Governor ’s Office of Emergency Services’ Law Enforcement Specialized Unit Program for the Fresno Police Department ’s Domestic Violence Unit 2026 Law Enforcement Specialized Unit Program (Subject to Mayor ’s Veto)
2. ***RESOLUTION - Adopt the 43rd Amendment to the Annual Appropriation Resolution No. 2025-179 to appropriate $54,700 for the Police Department ’s Law Enforcement Specialized Unit Program grant in the department ’s Domestic Violence Unit (Requires Five Affirmative Votes) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
3. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Marjaree Mason Center, Inc. for the acceptance in the amount to not exceed $142,872 for grant funding, a one -year term from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026, from the California Governor ’s Office of Emergency Services’ Law Enforcement Specialized Unit Program for the Fresno Police Department ’s Domestic Violence Unit 2026 Law Enforcement Specialized Unit Program
4. Authorize the Chief of Police to enter into Memorandum of Understanding with Marjaree Mason Center Inc ., on behalf of the City of Fresno, subject to prior approval as to form by the City Attorney’s Office.
RESOLUTION 2026-52 ADOPTED
RESOLUTION 2026-53 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-M. ID 26-216 Award a Product Requirements Contract for bulk sodium hypochlorite to Pur Water LLC ., of Napa, California, for an initial term of three years, with two optional one -year extensions, in an amount not to exceed $2,210,340.00 per year plus annual Producer Price Index adjustments (Bid File 12600675) (Citywide)
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
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Provost & Pritchard Consulting Group for the Northwest Fresno Recharge Basin to increase compensation for the second phase of the Agreement, in the amount of $ 72,200.00, for a total contract amount not to exceed $147,200.00 (Unincorporated County of Fresno).
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-O. ID 26-371 Approve a Requirements Contract with Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. doing business as Ferguson Waterworks of Fresno, California for the purchase of tapping sleeves and tapping valves for one year with four optional one-year extensions, in a total amount not to exceed $ 3,474,638.25 over five years plus annual Producer Price Index increases (Bid File 12600030) (Citywide).
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-P. ID 26-378 RESOLUTION - Of Intention to Annex Final Tract Map No. 6312 and the Territory Known as Assessor ’s Parcel No. 579-390-71S as Annexation No . 71 to the City of Fresno Community Facilities District No. 9 and to Authorize the Levy of Special Taxes; and setting the Public Hearing for Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 9:10 am (Northwest corner of East Copper Avenue and North Portofino Drive) (Council District 6).
RESOLUTION 2026-54 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-Q. ID 26-340 Actions pertaining to the vacation of two portions of right of way located at the eastern intersection of Tuolumne Street and Fulton Street, and the southern intersection of Tuolumne Street and Van Ness Avenue (Council District 3):
1. RESOLUTION - Adopt the attached Resolution of Intent Number 1162-D to vacate two portions of City -owned right of way located at the eastern intersection of Tuolumne Street and Fulton Street, and the southern intersection of Tuolumne Street and Van Ness Avenue
2. Set the required public hearing at 9:15 a.m. on May 7, 2026.
RESOLUTION 1162-D ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
CONTESTED CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-E. ID 26-390 Reject all bids received for the Trolley Park Lighting and Shade Structure Project, Bid File 12600535 (Council District 1).
Councilmember Perea moved the above item to Contested Consent to discuss the timeline of the project.
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Council discussion was held.
Council directed the PARCS Department to pursue temporary stop gap options to help get through the warmer months while the project is rebid and constructed.
APPROVED
On motion of Councilmember Perea, seconded by Councilmember Karbassi, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Vang and Richardson6 -
Absent: Maxwell1 -
2.-H. ID 26-409 Approve a Third Amendment to the Grant Agreement with Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission /Advance Peace to extend the term of the grant to October 31, 2026, expand the participant age range, and increase the grant award by $ 250,000 for a total amount not to exceed $625,000
Councilmember Arias moved the above item to Contested Consent to get clarification on the agreement.
Council discussion was held.
APPROVED
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Council President Esparza, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Vang and Richardson6 -
Absent: Maxwell1 -
2.-I. ID 26-251 Approve the First Amendment to the Service Agreement with Elevate Community Services (Elevate) for the continued operation of emergency shelter services at Parkway Inn, located at 959 N Parkway Drive (APN 449-324-11) by providing 62 emergency shelter beds for individuals experiencing homelessness. The amended agreement term is from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, for an amount not to exceed $ 1,550,000 under the Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention (HHAP) City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 11
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program (City Council District 3) (Bid File No. 12500851) Councilmember Richardson and Councilmember Arias moved the above item to Contested Consent to discuss the shelter and future plans.
Council discussion was held.
APPROVED
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Councilmember Richardson, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Vang and Richardson6 -
Absent: Maxwell1 -
3. GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
3.-A. ID 26-175 WORKSHOP - Active Transportation Plan Update presentation The above item was presented to Council by Chief Engineering Technician Aguilar, and Ruta Jariwala of TJKM.
Council discussion was held.
PRESENTED
UNSCHEDULED COMMUNICATION
Upon call, the following members of the public addressed the Council with unscheduled communication: Hester Hensley, and Dez Martinez.
4. CITY COUNCIL
5. CLOSED SESSION
During open session, City Attorney Janz announced each of the items that would be discussed in closed session.
Council withdrew to closed session at 11:32 A.M.
5.-A. ID 26-423
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - Government Code
Section 54957.6
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City Negotiators: Sumeet Malhi
Employee Organization(s): 1. International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers, Local 39 (Local 39); 2. Fresno City Employees Association (FCEA); 3. Fresno Police Officers Association (FPOA Basic), Unit 4; 4. International Association of Firefighters, Local 202, Unit 5 (Fire Basic); 5. Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1027 (ATU); 6. International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 100 (IBEW); 7. Fresno Police Officers Association (FPOA Management); 8. International Association of Firefighters, Local 202, Unit 10 (Fire Management); 9. City of Fresno Professional Employees Association (CFPEA); 10. City of Fresno Management Employees Association (CFMEA). 11. Employee
Organization(s): Unrepresented Employees in Unit 2 (Non-Represented Management and Confidential Classes): Airport Public Safety Manager, Airports Public Safety Assistant Manager, Assistant City Attorney, Assistant City Manager, Assistant Controller, Assistant Director, Assistant Director of Personnel Services, Assistant Director of Public Utilities, Assistant Director of Public Works, Assistant Police Chief, Assistant Retirement Administrator, Background Investigator, Budget Analyst, Budget Manager, Chief Assistant City Attorney, Chief Information Officer, Chief Labor Negotiator, Chief of Staff to Councilmember, Chief of Staff to the Mayor, City Attorney (City Negotiator, Council President Esparza), City Attorney Investigator, City Clerk (City Negotiator, Council President Esparza), City Engineer, City Manager (City Negotiator, Mayor Dyer), Community Coordinator, Community Outreach Specialist, Controller, Council Assistant, Deputy City Attorney II, Deputy City Attorney III, Deputy City Manager, Director, Director of Aviation, Director of Development, Director of Personnel Services, Director of Public Utilities, Director of Transportation, Economic Development Coordinator, Economic Development Director, Executive Assistant to Department Director, Executive Assistant to the City Attorney, Executive Assistant to the City Council, Executive Assistant to the City Manager, Executive Assistant to the Mayor, Fire Chief, Governmental Affairs Manager, Human Resources Manager, Independent Reviewer, Internal Auditor, Investment Officer, Management Analyst II, Payroll Accountant, Payroll Manager, Police Chief, Principal Budget Analyst, Principal Internal Auditor, Principal Labor Relations Analyst, Project Liaison/Program Administrator, Public Affairs Officer, Public Works Director, Retirement Administrator, Retirement Benefits Manager, Retirement Office Manager, Senior Budget Analyst, Senior City Attorney Investigator, Senior Deputy City Attorney I, Senior Deputy City Attorney II, Senior Deputy City Attorney III, Senior Human Resources/Risk Analyst, Senior Law Clerk, Special Assistant City Attorney, Supervising Deputy City Attorney, Veterinarian The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 13
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session announcements for this item.
DISCUSSED
5.-B. ID 26-450 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)
ACLU of Southern California v. City of Fresno; Fresno Superior Court Case No.: 24CECG01635; Fifth District Court of Appeal Case No.
F089987
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open session announcements for this item.
DISCUSSED
5.-C. ID 26-412
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4)
1 potential case
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open session announcements for this item.
DISCUSSED
ADJOURNMENT
The Council meeting adjourned from closed session at 2:21 P.M.
The above minutes were approved by unanimous vote of the City Council during the April 23 2026, regular meeting
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