Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Fresno public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in taxes budget
General Tax Measure Ballot Placement
The council planned to vote on whether to pull the city's general tax measure off the November 3, 2026 ballot, but the discussion was scrapped when the meeting fell apart due to attendance.
Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget
The city is reviewing its $555.3 million general fund revenue and expenditure budget for the upcoming fiscal year without federal ARPA funds. Leaders are closely tracking property and sales tax growth to ensure balanced public safety and municipal services.
Proposed FY 2027 City Budget
Residents and activists strongly urged the council to oppose absorbing expiring grant-funded police positions into the general fund and to reject expanding the HEART unhoused outreach team with police personnel, citing budget deficits and calling for investments in root causes and preventative programs.