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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
City Clerk - Amy K. Aller
Thursday, September 17, 2026 9:00 AM Council Chambers
Regular Meeting
The City Council met in regular session in the Council Chamber, City Hall, on the date and time above written.
9:11 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 -
Absent: 1 - Vice President Tyler Maxwell
Invocation by Rev. Deacon Nancy Key from St. James Episcopal Cathedral Rev. Deacon Nancy Key gave the invocation.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Councilmember Arias led the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVE AGENDA
THE AGENDA WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CHANGES
Ceremonial item (ID 26-1226) regarding - Proclamation for “Valley City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 1
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Volleyball Association” – The title has been updated to Proclamation for “Valley Volleyball Academy”
Ceremonial item (ID 26-540) regarding Proclamation of “Orange Shirt Day” - the title has been updated to "Proclamation of Orange Shirt Day, Honoring Residential School Survivors".
Ceremonial item (ID 26-1227) regarding - Proclamation for “Fresno Hmong Nurses Association” – The title has been updated to Proclamation for “Hmong Nurses Association - Fresno Chapter”
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA
9:15 A.M. #2 (ID 26-1188) regarding adopt resolutions and ordinance to annex territory and levy a special tax regarding City of Fresno Community Facilities District No. 9, Annexation No. 75 – has been continued to October 22, 2026, meeting at 9:15 A.M. by staff.
THE FOLLOWING CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS WERE MOVED TO THE
CONTESTED CONSENT CALENDAR FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION
2-L (ID 26-1164) regarding delegating authority to the City Manager to execute agreements of up to $165,000 for cycle two of the Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant Program – was moved to Contested Consent by Councilmember Arias.
2-M (ID 26-1042) regarding the second amendment to the service agreement with Poverello House to extend the term for mobile shower and restroom operations – was moved to Contested Consent by Councilmember Arias.
Councilmember Richardson registered a NO vote for item 2-D (ID 26-1161).
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Councilmember Karbassi, the AGENDA was APPROVED AS AMENDED. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: 6 - Esparza, Perea, Arias, Karbassi, Vang and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Maxwell
On motion of Councilmember Arias to Reconsider the agenda, seconded by Councilmember Perea, the Action was APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 - Esparza, Perea, Arias, Karbassi, Vang and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Maxwell
On motion of Councilmember Arias to Table item 2-U (ID 26-1232), seconded by Councilmember Karbassi, the Action was APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 - Esparza, Perea, Arias, Karbassi, Vang and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Maxwell
On motion of Council President Esparza, seconded by
Councilmember Arias, the AGENDA was APPROVED AS AMENDED.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 - Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Vang and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Maxwell
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
ID 26-1226 Proclamation for “Valley Volleyball Association” During approval of the agenda, City Clerk Aller announced the title has been updated to Proclamation for “Valley Volleyball Academy”.
PRESENTED
ID 26-336 Fresno Animal Center presents “Pet of the Quarter”
PRESENTED
ID 26-64 Proclamation of “California Native American Day”
PRESENTED
ID 26-540 Proclamation of “Orange Shirt Day”
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During approval of the agenda, City Clerk Aller announced the title has been updated to "Proclamation of Orange Shirt Day, Honoring Residential School Survivors".
PRESENTED
ID 26-1075 Proclamation for “Constitution Week”
PRESENTED
ID 26-1178 Proclamation for “Celebrating BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir of Fresno”
PRESENTED
ID 26-1179 Proclamation for “Fresno State Bulldog Marching Band Centennial Celebration”
PRESENTED
ID 26-1245 Proclamation for “Dolly Parton Day”
PRESENTED
ID 26-1227 Proclamation for “Fresno Hmong Nurses Association” During approval of the agenda, City Clerk Aller announced the title has been updated to Proclamation for “Hmong Nurses Association - Fresno Chapter”.
PRESENTED
COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Councilmember Perea Reports and Comments. Reported that Movies in the Park were scheduled every Friday at Trolley Park in the Fresno High School neighborhood. Thanked residents who attended previous movie nights, noting that the events were attended by hundreds of people. Thanked Lee’s Plumbing for providing free ice cream through its ice cream truck. Stated that beginning Friday, October 9, 2026, Movies in the Park would move to Inspiration Park, allowing District 1 to offer the program to more residents.
Councilmember Karbassi Reports and Comments. Reported attending the City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 4
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Fresno City College State of the College event with the Council President.
Wished everyone a happy post-Labor Day and thanked community workers.
Acknowledged the annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony and expressed appreciation for the organizers. Reported participating in the Mexican flag-raising ceremony and commented on the Mayor’s remarks. Noted that he sponsored the Women’s Conference, though he was unable to attend.
Discussed a tragic aviation accident at Sierra Sky Park and thanked Fire, Sheriff, Police, and City staff for their rapid response. Noted forthcoming memorial plans and community support efforts, including a GoFundMe campaign, and encouraged continued support for the impacted family.
Councilmember Arias Reports and Comments. Reported that Fiestas Patrias would occur on Sunday, with the parade, followed by the traditional El Grito, food and live music until. Thanked the Public Works team for completing repaving work on Martin Luther King Boulevard. Stated that a mural design, the Tree of Life, was selected for Tupman Park and thanked District 3 staff for conducting neighborhood outreach. Informed the City Manager about community feedback supporting murals on Tower District Utility Art Boxes. Raised concerns about temporary pavement conditions in Chinatown and requested an update on the schedule for permanent paving, especially regarding weather impacts. Reported significant public confusion regarding downtown parking rules, meter bagging, special event fees, and enforcement, and asked the City Manager to engage downtown businesses for feedback to improve communication and enforcement practices.
Emphasized patience during infrastructure construction, while noting opportunities to improve citation enforcement and notifications.
Councilmember Vang Reports and Comments. Reported District 5 would partner with Beautify Fresno for a cleanup event at Sanger West High School on Saturday, and invited community participation. Announced the Big Fresno Fair would run from October 7th through 18th and District 5 would provide free trolley services to transport residents to and from the fair, with stops near Fancher Creek Town Center, Sunnyside High School, and Calwa Elementary. Stated District 5 would release additional details and schedules.
Councilmember Richardson Reports and Comments. Reported Teens That City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 5
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Care held a 9/11 remembrance ceremony at Todd Beamer Park, noting it was larger than the previous year. Reported on a Sister Cities meeting and stated his goal of improving economic benefits for the City through the program. Announced an upcoming fundraiser supporting Honor Flight at Sequoia Brewing Company and noted the availability of new veteran brochures listing participating businesses offering veteran discounts.
Wished his son a happy four-month birthday. Highlighted September was Suicide Awareness Month, shared personal reflections after learning of a friend’s death, and encouraged the public to use the 988-suicide crisis hotline and seek support when needed.
Council President Esparza Reports and Comments. Reported that Greek Fest would take place over the upcoming weekend and encouraged residents to attend, stating that it was a great opportunity to enjoy Greek culture, food, and fellowship. Noted that he typically participated each year by helping with barbecuing at the event and affirmed that it was always an enjoyable community gathering.
MAYOR/MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Mayor Dyer Reports and Comments. Reported speaking at a nursing graduation ceremony organized jointly by Unitec and Community Health Systems, recognizing non-nursing hospital employees who completed the program. Reported attending a ribbon cutting for the first and largest Starbucks in southwest Fresno and noted that the store was already hiring additional employees due to high demand. Reported participating in the 25th annual 9/11 ceremony and also spoke at the California Armenian Home Patriots Day luncheon honoring first responders. Reported speaking at a CASA fundraising event at Table Mountain and thanked CASA for its work with foster youth. Stated that the Mexican flag-raising ceremony was held at City Hall and emphasized the cultural contributions of the Mexican community. Reminded the public of the upcoming Fiestas Patrias celebration at Mariposa Plaza. Explained that he welcomed Scale Success Summit attendees and presented a proclamation supporting small businesses. Announced he would be speaking at the 21st Century Road to Housing Conference and highlighted Fresno’s affordable housing progress, noting the City would produce 2,500 units during his second term. Stated that his chief of staff was returning from Sacramento with $100 million in City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 6
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state infrastructure funds, completing a total of $250 million allocated for downtown improvements.
City Manager White Reports and Comments. Reported Greek Fest would occur Friday through Sunday and encouraged attendance, noting its cultural and community value. Reflected on the collaborative multi-jurisdictional response to the Sierra Sky Park incident and praised all agencies for working seamlessly together. Addressed Councilmember Arias’s concerns regarding parking and stated she would coordinate with his office to identify appropriate business stakeholders, including those outside the P.B.I.D.
Clarified that construction contractors often purchased bagged meters for their vehicles and equipment and agreed to work on improved communication to reduce confusion.
1. SCHEDULED COUNCIL HEARINGS AND MATTERS
9:10 A.M.
ID 26-1183 HEARING to vacate portions of City-owned right of way located at the northeast corner of North Milburn Avenue and West Dakota Avenue for Dolores Huerta Park (Council District 1)
1. ***RESOLUTION - To vacate portions of city-owned right of way located at the northeast corner of North Milburn Avenue and West Dakota Avenue for Dolores Huerta Park (Subject to Mayor’s Veto) The above item was called to order at 11:23 A.M. and there was no presentation to Council. Upon call, no members of the public addressed Council. Public comment closed at 11:23 A.M.
Council discussion was held.
RESOLUTION 2026-211 ADOPTED
On motion of Councilmember Perea, seconded by Councilmember Karbassi, that the above Action Item be ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 - Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Vang and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Maxwell
9:15 A.M. #1
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ID 26-1000 Actions pertaining to the Program Year (PY) 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) for U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Planning and Development (CPD) programs:
1. HEARING to obtain public comments regarding the PY 2025 CAPER; and
2. Adopt PY 2025 CAPER and authorize submission to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
The above item was called to order at 11:24 A.M. and there was no presentation to Council. Upon call, the following members of the public addressed Council: Brandi Nuse-Villegas. Public comment closed at 11:28 A.M.
There was no Council Discussion.
On motion of Councilmember Perea, seconded by Councilmember Karbassi, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Vang and Richardson
Absent: 2 - Maxwell and Arias
9:15 A.M. #2
ID 26-1188 HEARING to Adopt Resolutions and Ordinance to Annex Territory and Levy a Special Tax Regarding City of Fresno Community Facilities District No. 9, Annexation No. 75 (Final Tract Map No. 6172) (Northeast corner of North Riverside Drive and West Palo Alto Avenue) (Council District 2)
1. ***RESOLUTION - to Annex Territory to Community Facilities District No. 9 and Authorizing the Levy of a Special Tax for Annexation No. 75 (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
2. ***RESOLUTION - Calling Special Mailed-Ballot Election (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
3. ***RESOLUTION - Declaring Election Results (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
4. ***BILL - (For introduction and adoption) - Levying a Special Tax for the Property Tax Year 2026-2027 and Future Tax Years Within and Relating to Community Facilities District No. 9, Annexation No. 75 (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
During approval of the agenda, City Clerk Aller announced this item has been continued to October 22, 2026, at 9:15 A.M. by staff.
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9:20 A.M.
ID 26-844 HEARING to consider adoption of a Resolution designating a property to the Local Register of Historic Resources.
1. RESOLUTION - Designating the Property Located at 207 E San Joaquin Street to the Local Register of Historic Resources (Council District 3)
The above item was called to order at 11:09 A.M. and there was no presentation to Council. Upon call, the following members of the public addressed Council: Kelvin Scott, Monte Mitchell, and Lisa Flores. Public comment closed at 11:16 A.M.
Council discussion was held.
RESOLUTION 2026-212 ADOPTED
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Councilmember Perea, that the above Action Item be ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 - Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Vang and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Maxwell
ID 26-1279 District 3 Presentation During Reports and Comments 10:00 A.M.
ID 26-1240 Appearance by Neil O’Brien regarding “Republic Services” (District 6 Resident)
APPEARED
3:55 P.M. (CONTINUED TO OCTOBER 22, 2026, AT 3:55 P.M.) ID 26-1054 HEARING to consider the adoption of the Central Southeast Area Specific Plan and related Environmental Assessment. The following Plan Amendment and Rezone applications (collectively numbered as application P23-00400) have been filed by the Fresno City Council and pertain to approximately 2,067 acres in the Southeast area of the City of Fresno (Council Districts 5 and 7)
1. ADOPT - Recirculated Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH 2023020138) for Environmental Assessment No. P23-00400 dated City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 9
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December 19, 2025, and the associated Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) prepared pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sections 15070 through 15075.
2. RESOLUTION - to repeal the Roosevelt Community Plan (Plan Amendment Application P23-00400).
3. BILL (for Introduction and Adoption) - to repeal of the Butler/Willow Specific Plan (Plan Amendment Application P23-00400).
4. ***RESOLUTION - to Adopt the Central Southeast Specific Plan (Plan Amendment Application No. P23-00400) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
5. RESOLUTION - Updating the Land Use Map (Figure LU-1) of the Fresno General Plan to Incorporate the Central Southeast Area Specific Plan (Plan Amendment P23-00400)
6. ***BILL (for Introduction and Adoption) - Approve Rezone Application No. P22-00400 to Amend the Official Zoning Map to Rezone Approximately 119 acres of Property within the Central Southeast Area Specific Plan area to be consistent with the Planned Land Use Map (Subject to Mayor’s Veto).
CONTINUED AS NOTED
4:00 P.M. (CONTINUED TO OCTOBER 22, 2026, AT 4:00 P.M.) ID 26-1055 HEARING to consider Plan Amendment Application No. P23-03006, Rezone Application No. P23-03006 and related Environmental Assessment pertaining to approximately 55.31 acres of property bounded by East Annadale Avenue to the north, State Route 41 to the east, South Elm Avenue to the west, and East Chester/East Samson Avenue (alignment) to the south (Council District 3)
1. DENY - Addendum to Final Program EIR (SCH No. 2017031012) for the Southwest Fresno Specific Plan, dated February 20, 2025, for the proposed project pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15164
2. DENY - Plan Amendment Application No. P23-03006 proposing to amend the Fresno General Plan and the Southwest Fresno Specific Plan to change the planned land use designation for the subject properties from Neighborhood Mixed-Use to Employment - Light Industrial and amendment to Policy LU-8.1 of the Southwest Fresno Specific Plan
3. DENY - Rezone Application No. P23-03006 proposing to rezone the subject properties from the NMX (Neighborhood Mixed-Use) zone district to the IL/cz (Light Industrial/conditions of zoning) zone district.
CONTINUED AS NOTED
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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, and Lisa Flores.
APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Council President Esparza, the CONSENT CALENDAR was hereby adopted by the following vote:
Aye: 6 - Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Vang and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Maxwell
2.-A. ID 26-1222 Approval of the Minutes for June 11, 2026, June 16, 2026, and June 23, 2026, Budget Hearings, and September 3, 2026, Regular Meeting
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-B. ID 26-1229
Actions pertaining to the Proposition 64 Health and Safety Grant Cohort 4 (Prop 64) Grant program:
1. Authorize the City Attorney’s Office to accept $1,440,788 in grant funding for the Proposition 64 Health and Safety Cohort 4 (Prop. 64) Grant awarded from the State of California, Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC).
2. ***RESOLUTION - Authorizing acceptance of $1,440,788 in grant funding from the State of California BSCC for the Fresno City Attorney’s Office Prop 64 grant, and authorizing the City Attorney or designee to sign all necessary acceptance and implementing documents (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
3. ***RESOLUTION - Adopting the 16th Amendment to the Annual Appropriation Resolution (AAR) No. 2026-159 to appropriate $375,000 in Proposition 64 Public Health and Safety Cohort 4 Grant Program funding (Requires Five Affirmative votes) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto) RESOLUTION 2026-213 ADOPTED
RESOLUTION 2026-214 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-C. ID 26-1231 Actions pertaining to the Proposition 64 Health and Safety Grant Cohort 4 (Prop. 64) Grant program
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for the Proposition 64 Health and Safety Cohort 4 (Prop. 64) Grant awarded to the Fresno Police Department from the State of California, Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC).
2. ***RESOLUTION - Adopt a Resolution authorizing acceptance of $6,000,000 in grant funding from the State of California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) for the Fresno Police Department’s Proposition 64 Public Health and Safety Cohort 4 (Prop. 64) grant (Subject to Mayor’s Veto).
3. ***RESOLUTION - Adopt the 14th Amendment to the Annual Appropriation Resolution No. 2026-159 to appropriate $884,700 for the Prop 64 Cohort 4 Grant Program in the Police Department (Requires Five Affirmative Votes) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto).
4. Authorize the Chief of Police to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with California State University of Fresno, Foundation to prepare a pre-and post-Local Evaluation Report in the amount of $75,000 over the five-year performance period of the grant.
RESOLUTION 2026-215 ADOPTED
RESOLUTION 2026-216 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-D. ID 26-1161 ***RESOLUTION - To support Proposition 1 - the Veterans and Affordable Housing Bond Act of 2026 (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
During approval of the Agenda, Councilmember Richardson reregistered a NO vote for the above item. As such, this item was approved 5-1 by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Vang
No: 1 - Richardson
Absent: 1 - Maxwell
RESOLUTION 2026-217 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-E. ID 26-1175 Approve a Consultant Services Agreement with CSDA Design Group to provide professional noise abatement related consultant services for the Fresno Yosemite International Airport Residential Sound Insulation Program in an amount not to exceed $561,370.00 with an expected completion date no later than March 30, 2029 (Council District 4)
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
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2.-F. ID 26-1200 Approve Amendment No. 17 to Agreement between City of Fresno and ERM-West, Inc., to provide ongoing professional engineering and related environmental support services concerning groundwater contamination at Fresno Yosemite International Airport for an amount not to exceed $1,196,236 for a total contract amount of $7,367,750 (Council District 4)
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-G. ID 26-1169 RESOLUTION - Naming the “Carnegie Library Garage” RESOLUTION 2026-218 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-H. ID 26-1177 Actions pertaining to the Van Ness Boulevard and Clinton Avenue Traffic Signal Modification Project, Bid File Number 12700173 at the intersection of Clinton Avenue and Van Ness Boulevard (Council Districts 1 and 7)
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section
15301/Class1 and Section 15302/Class2 for the Van Ness
Boulevard and Clinton Avenue Traffic Signal Modification Project
2. Award a Construction Contract in the amount of $1,173,537.00 to American Paving Co. of Fresno, CA
During approval of the Agenda, Councilmember Perea announced per recommendation from the City Attorney, my property is within a thousand feet of this intersection at that distance, pursuant to the Political Reform Act, so long as this does not impact this project does not impact the income producing potential of this property, then I do not need to recuse myself. So, I do not have a conflict. I just wanted to disclose that I do own a property within 1,000 feet of the Clinton Vaness intersection.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-I. ID 26-1172 ***RESOLUTION - Adopting the 15th Amendment to the Annual Appropriation Resolution (AAR) No. 2026-159 appropriating $3,365,600 in FY 2026 City Council Department operating and capital carryover and trueing up the Department of Public Works Council Infrastructure Capital Project budgeted carryover totals (Requires Five Affirmative Votes) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
RESOLUTION 2026-219 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-J. ID 26-1213 Actions pertaining to the Fresno Fire Department Regional Training Center (County)
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1. Certify that the City of Fresno, in its capacity as a Responsible Agency, has reviewed and considered the Addendum to the EIR prepared for the State Center Community College District First Responders Campus (State Clearinghouse No. 2020039018) as required by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
2. Approve the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement between the City of Fresno and State Center Community College District to allow the parties to jointly design, construct, and operate a Fire Regional Training Center
During approval of the Agenda, Council President Esparza announced I'm required to state on the record I'm employed by the State Center Community College District, but do not have an interest in this agreement pursuant to Government Code 1091.5.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-K. ID 26-1168 Actions pertaining to a Lease Agreement between the City of Fresno and Signature Flight Support LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, for the continued lease of office/hangar space for the Police Department’s Air Support Unit located at 4941 E Andersen Avenue, Suite B-101, at the Fresno Yosemite International Airport
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption per staff determination, pursuant to Section 15301/Class 1 (Existing Facilities) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines
2. Approve a three-year lease agreement between the City of Fresno and Signature Flight Support LLC, a Delaware limited liability company in the amount of $54,768 annually, with annual increases by the greater of 3.5% or the CPI Adjustment, plus the proportionate CAM (Common Area Maintenance) charges at $3,288 annually
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-N. ID 26-1147 RESOLUTION - Resolution of the Council of the City of Fresno approving the summary vacation of a portion of a public street easement on the northeast side of North Weber Avenue, lying northwest of West Herndon Avenue (Council District 2)
RESOLUTION 2026-221 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-O. ID 26-1186 ***RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Submission of a Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Application to the California Department of Transportation and Authorizing the Execution of the Grant Application, Acceptance of Grant Funds, and Execution of Grant Agreement Documents by the Public Works Director or Designee (Citywide) (Subject City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 14
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to Mayor’s Veto)
RESOLUTION 2026-222 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-P. ID 26-1202 RESOLUTION of Intention to annex the territory known as Assessor’s Parcel No. 493-020-60S & 493-020-61S as Annexation No. 77 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, October 22, 2026, at 9:10 am (East side of North Chestnut Avenue south of East Ashlan Avenue) (Council District 4)
RESOLUTION 2026-223 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-Q. ID 26-1180 Award a three-year contract, with options for two one-year extensions to ScrubCan, for janitorial services for all Fresno Area Express (FAX) facilities in the amount not to exceed $499,572.00 for the initial three-year base term and not to exceed $860,000.00 for all five years, if options for two one-year extensions are exercised. Costs for the option years have factored in the total in accordance with the relevant Producer Price Index (PPI) (Bid File 12601967)
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-R. ID 26-1181 Actions pertaining to the Department of Transportation Fresno Area Express (FAX) Maintenance Building Steam Bay Renovation project:
1. Adopt Environment Assessment No. 25-223, dated February 6, 2025, a determination that the proposed project qualifies for categorical exemption as set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15301/Class 1 and Section 15302/Class 2, of the State of California CEQA Guidelines
2. Approve a Construction Contract in the amount of $560,442.76 with GCB1 Inc., a California corporation, for construction services to replace the lift equipment located in the Fresno Area Express (FAX) bus maintenance building steam cleaning bay (Bid File 12600496)
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-S. ID 26-1174 Approve Re-Appointment of Kendy Y Villa to the Women’s Commission for a term ending October 31, 2028
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-T. ID 26-1225 ***RESOLUTION - Amending Quorum Requirements for the Commission on Family Affordability and Childcare Access (Subject to Mayor’s Veto) City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 15
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RESOLUTION 2026-224 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-U. ID 26-1232 Approve the Appointments to the Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board for Mahalia Gotico and Joseph Giles for a term ending November 1, 2027, and David Clark for a term ending November 1, 2026 During approval of the agenda, the above item was Tabled.
TABLED
CONTESTED CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-L. ID 26-1164 ***RESOLUTION - Delegating authority to the City Manager to execute agreements of up to $165,000 for Cycle Two of the Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant Program (Subject to Mayor’s Veto) Councilmember Arias moved the above item to Contested Consent to discuss the grant program.
Council discussion was held.
RESOLUTION 2026-220 ADOPTED
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Council President Esparza, that the above Action Item be ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 - Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Vang and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Maxwell
2.-M. ID 26-1042 Approve the Second Amendment to the Service Agreement with Poverello House to extend the term for Mobile Shower and Restroom Operations from September 30, 2026, through June 30, 2027, in the total amount of $243,000 funded with Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention (HHAP) and Encampment Resolution Fund (ERF) funds.
Councilmember Arias moved the above item to Contested Consent to discuss the mobile showers.
Council discussion was held.
APPROVED
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On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Councilmember Richardson, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 - Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Vang and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Maxwell
3. GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
UNSCHEDULED COMMUNICATION
Upon call, the following members of the public addressed the Council with unscheduled communication: Glenn Harrington, Joseph Rodriguez, NIkki Real, Alfred Aldrete, and Crystal Rocha.
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 11:58 A.M.
5.-A. ID 26-1223
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - Government Code
Section 54957.6
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, City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 17
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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 session announcements for this item.
DISCUSSED
5.-B. ID 26-1205 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)
Richard Fitzgerald v. City of Fresno, et al; Eastern District Court Case No. 1:21-CV-01409
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5.-C. ID 26-1206
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)
Tutelian & Company, Inc. v. City of Fresno; Fresno Superior Court Case City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 18
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No. 21CECG02805
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5.-D. ID 26-1236 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4)
Exposure to Litigation: 1 potential case
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5.-E. ID 26-1237 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4)
Exposure to Litigation: 1 potential case
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5.-F. ID 26-1238 PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Gov. Code § 54957
Title: City Attorney
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5.-G. ID 26-1239 PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Gov. Code § 54957
Title: City Clerk
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ID 26-1278 Unscheduled Communication Public Comment Received - Accepted by Council President
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ADJOURNMENT
The Council meeting adjourned from open session at 3:25 P.M., and adjourned from closed session at 5:00 P.M.
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