Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lemoore public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in roads with medium priority
Freedom Drive Crosswalk Improvements
The city is funding engineering for a more visible, raised crosswalk on Freedom Drive at 19th, right next to an elementary school. Most of the cost will be reimbursed by outside funding.
Neighborhood traffic calming program
Residents can now petition for speed bumps and other traffic calming in their neighborhoods. It takes written support from 67% of developed parcels in the area, is mostly resident-funded, and any installation still has to pass city engineering review.
2026 Regional Transportation Plan and Sustainable Communities Strategy
Progress is finally coming to the long-awaited roundabouts at Bush and Bellhaven/41, with heavy construction timed around the school year. CART also approved new fixed-route schedules and will install twelve public EV chargers near the new transit center in Hanford.
Bush/41 Roundabouts and Local Infrastructure
The Caltrans roundabout designs at Bush and 41 are 100 percent complete, with permits expected in June. Mayor Matthews noted she's heard both compliments and complaints about construction disruptions around town.
Iowa Avenue Safety and Lighting
Councilmember Gornick flagged that the General Plan progress report says nothing about Iowa Avenue, which he says has safety and lighting issues on a designated truck route that need to be addressed for residents and businesses.