Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Clovis public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues in development
Outpatient Pharmacy Drive-Through at Clovis Community Medical Center
Community Medical Centers is seeking approval to add a drive-through lane for a new outpatient pharmacy on its medical campus. The project requires a conditional use permit and environmental review exemption.
State Route 168 Decorative Overpass Feature
The council discussed adding eye-catching art to the State Route 168 overpass to boost city pride and welcome visitors. While some worried about the multi-million dollar Caltrans estimates, the city decided to look into cheaper internal design options.
Shaw Avenue closure and developer fees
The city adopted a formal policy to tie developer road and utility improvements to specific traffic studies and project phases rather than waiting until the very end of construction. This aims to protect public safety and ensure roads keep pace with new housing.
Williamson Act Contract Cancellation for Residential Development
The council cancelled a agricultural land conservation contract on a small 1.16-acre parcel to allow for single-family residential development near Perrin Avenue.
CDBG 2025-2026 CAPER Report and Housing Programs
The city approved its 2026-2030 CDBG plan, directing federal funds toward affordable housing rehab, sidewalk repairs, and local services for lower-income residents.
Crossover Church of God ADA Accessibility Expansion
Crossover Church of God at 434 Fifth Street received approval to build a new lobby and elevator tower, making their 100-year-old historic building wheelchair accessible.
Chuze Fitness 24-Hour Operation at Sierra Pavilions
Chuze Fitness is bringing a 35,000-square-foot facility to the Sierra Pavilions shopping center at Shaw and Cole avenues, offering 24-hour access and fitness classes.
Adult Day Care Center at Shaw Avenue Plaza
Social Vocational Services is opening a new adult day care and vocational training center at 1750 Shaw Avenue, providing daytime services and transportation for adults with developmental disabilities.
Tentative Tract Map 6550 Residential Development
A developer is building a 37-lot single-family neighborhood on Bullard Avenue with larger-than-average lots. Neighbors had some traffic worries, but the project will dead-end a street to prevent cut-through driving and bring much-needed spacious housing options.
Residential Subdivision at Baron and Perrin Avenues
Lennar Homes received approval for a 137-lot single-family subdivision on 17.41 acres, featuring larger lot sizes and public streets.