Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Fresno public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in development
Residential Infill and Housing Development Across Fresno
The city is updating its development code to allow fast-track, ministerial approvals for housing projects that include at least 20 percent affordable units on certain previously identified sites. This change helps Fresno meet state housing mandates and its own Housing Element commitments without adding new discretionary hurdles.
South SEDA Economic Analysis and Growth Plan
The city is pushing forward with a massive 9,000-acre growth plan in southeast Fresno that would add thousands of homes and jobs, but residents and school districts worry about unpaid infrastructure costs, loss of farmland, and neglected urban core neighborhoods.
Eviction Protection Program Funding
Residents and council members debated funding levels for the Eviction Protection Program, with proposals to increase support to help tenants facing housing insecurity.
Costco Commercial Center Development
A proposal to build a massive new Costco warehouse, fuel station, and car wash at Herndon and Riverside to replace the overcrowded Shaw Avenue store sparked debate over traffic and environmental impacts. While supporters emphasized much-needed modern retail and fuel options, opponents raised concerns about flawed greenhouse gas reviews and regional traffic congestion.