Raj Salwan
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Top issues during term (20)
Student Walking and Biking Safety Education
$211,000 for the safety education services agreement.
permitting reform for affordable housing
Faster permits could lower developer holding costs and speed up affordable housing funding, though the city’s permit-fee timing may shift.
election results
There’s no immediate dollar figure here—your wallet is more likely to feel it later through city budget, tax, and spending choices the winners make.
Charter City Governance Follow-Up
Family Resource Center Wayfinding Funding Boost
Adds $79,162 in federal CDBG funds, bringing the project to $209,162.
Warm Springs Apartments Tax-Exempt Bonds
No city financial obligation; the resolution states the city has no responsibility or liability for the bonds.
Centerville Community Park Expansion
About $10 million in construction spending, plus up to $89,000 for public art.
Central Park Tennis Center Lighting Grant
Brings $254,040 in federal grant money to the city with no local match noted.
Street Vacations: Sutton Loop and Warm Springs Court
The Warm Springs Court vacation would bring $112,000 into the General Fund.
immigration enforcement policy
No direct financial impact is mentioned, but the city could face legal costs if the ban is challenged.
Liquor license recommendations — Lakeshore Marina and Side Piece Sushi
Youth group home conditional use permit at 749 East 32nd Street
A councilmember raised concerns about potential school district costs for educating residents, especially special-education students, since state and federal reimbursements don't cover the full cost.
John C. Fremont Days 2026 and park readiness
The city waives $4,125 in facility fees for the event.
Keep Fremont Beautiful funding increase
City and utilities each contribute an additional $2,000 annually, for $16,000 total.
Broad Street pavement failure after recent reconstruction
Repair costs could fall partly on the contractor or design engineer since the project is still open and retainage is being held.
Utility rate increases for 2026-2027
Expect your electric, sewer and water bills to climb over the next two years; gas bills stay the same.
Advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) purchase
The meter purchase is estimated at about $713,690, part of a system rollout that improves outage tracking and billing efficiency.
Animal control code overhaul
Witherly Lane Homes subdivision extension
Distilled spirits sales at Fast Fill Market
Decisions during term (69)
Recorded while Salwan was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.