Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lemoore public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in public safety with medium priority
Cybersecurity Grant Acceptance
The city accepted a federal-state cybersecurity grant to bolster its defenses against cyber threats.
72-Hour Parking Ordinance Final Adoption
A new ordinance would require cited vehicles to move a half mile or onto private property to reset the 72-hour parking clock, closing the 'move it two feet' loophole. Enforcement is complaint-driven, and council members raised concerns about vacationing residents' cars getting towed.
E-bike safety near Lemoore High School
Mayor Pro Tem Gornick described chaos on East Bush after school — e-bikes, walkers and cars all mixed with few helmets — and asked police to consider safety measures.
Suicide Prevention Awareness
September is now Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in Lemoore, with a remembrance table at the Rec Department and the 988 crisis lifeline promoted citywide.
KCAO Low-Barrier Shelter Funding Gap
The Kings Community Action Organization shelter project is now roughly $3 million short of funding its first phase, up from about $600,000, and may reduce the number of beds to bring costs down.
Volunteer Fire Department Ordinance
The council is considering a new chapter in the municipal code establishing a Volunteer Fire Department, but continued the hearing to June 2 while materials are completed.