Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lemoore public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in business jobs with medium priority
Former Kmart Redevelopment: Ross, Five Below, Anytime Fitness
Ross, Five Below, and Anytime Fitness are coming to the old Kmart center next to Tractor Supply, plus a pharmacy near the old Pioneer Square once state approval comes through.
Second Pharmacy Coming to Lemoore
Sharon Black asked for a second pharmacy, describing 25-person lines at the town's only one — and the city manager confirmed one is coming, pending state approval.
Veteran hiring preference reform proposal
A NAS Lemoore senior leader told the council that veterans' preference points are useless if military resumes get filtered out by civilian HR screens before a human ever sees them. He wants qualified veterans to bypass initial HR filters and go straight to interviews.
Downtown entertainment zone
During permitted events like Flight Fest, adults 21+ could carry drinks in official cups within C and D street corridors. Council introduced the ordinance unanimously; some members raised cannabis and enforcement questions.