Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Fresno County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in general
Rental Assistance
Even though California's big statewide rent relief program is closed, you can still get local rental help and eviction protections right here in Fresno County. It is a lifeline if you are struggling to make rent and worried about losing your home.
Rent Control
Mobile home park residents in Fresno are dusting off an old city rent control law to fight sudden, massive rent hikes from new owners. This rare push could end up setting a huge precedent for affordable housing all over the area.
Homelessness and Shelters
Trying to find a shelter bed in Fresno is a bureaucratic nightmare with most places requiring referrals while beds stay completely full. As homelessness surges and capacity falls short, locals are left wondering how the broken system is supposed to work.
Homelessness Advocacy
Local advocates who used to be homeless are stepping up to guide Fresno's unhoused community and push city leaders for better policies. They argue that nobody knows what unhoused people actually need better than the folks who've lived through it themselves.
Eviction Protection Program
Fresno dropped $750,000 on a new program to hook struggling renters up with free legal help and mediation when they're facing eviction. The best part? Your income and citizenship status won't stop you from getting this crucial support.