2600 Fresno Street  
Fresno, CA 93721  
www.fresno.gov  
City of Fresno  
Meeting Minutes  
City Council  
President - Mike Karbassi  
Vice President - Nelson Esparza  
Councilmembers:  
Annalisa Perea, Miguel Angel Arias, Tyler Maxwell,  
Brandon Vang, Nick Richardson  
City Manager - Georgeanne A. White  
City Attorney - Andrew Janz  
Interim City Clerk - Amy K. Aller  
9:00 AM  
Thursday, February 19, 2026  
Council Chambers  
The City Council met in regular session in the Council Chamber, City Hall, on the  
date and time above written.  
9:30 A.M. ROLL CALL  
Councilmember Maxwell joined the meeting at 1:30 P.M.  
Present: 7 -  
Council President Mike Karbassi  
Vice President Nelson Esparza  
Councilmember Annalisa Perea  
Councilmember Miguel Angel Arias  
Councilmember Tyler Maxwell  
Councilmember Brandon Vang  
Councilmember Nick Richardson  
Invocation by Rabbi Rick Winer from Temple Beth Israel  
Rabbi Rick Winer gave the invocation.  
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag  
Councilmember Richardson led the Pledge of Allegiance.  
APPROVE AGENDA  
THE AGENDA WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CHANGES  
Ceremonial item (ID 26-85) regarding proclamation of “Marjaree Mason  
Center Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month” – Councilmember Maxwell  
has been listed as a co-sponsor.  
2-B (ID 26-149) regarding bill - (for introduction) to amend Section 2-1105 of  
the Fresno Municipal Code, relating to campaign contributions – clerical  
change to begin with a bracket and that section to read "[California Senate  
and Assembly limitations and the limit set forth in Government Code  
Section 85302(a)]" end bracket.  
2-R (ID 26-212) regarding resolution in support of the Health and Welfare  
Trust’s efforts to ensure the contract – Councilmember Perea and Vice  
President Esparza have been listed as co-sponsors. Council approves up to  
$50,000 in legal fees. Anything beyond this amount is subject to council  
approval.  
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA  
2-D (ID 26-215) regarding resolution adopting the 41st amendment to the  
Annual Appropriation Resolution No. 2025-179 – tabled to February 26,  
2026, as the item needs to go before Parks, Recreation, and Arts  
Commission prior to coming before Council. The PRAC Meeting is being  
held on Monday, February 23, 2026.  
5-I (ID 26-174) regarding conference with legal counsel-existing litigation  
government code section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1) Angela Baskerville –  
tabled to February 26, 2026, by the City Attorney’s office.  
THE FOLLOWING CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS WERE MOVED TO THE  
CONTESTED CONSENT CALENDAR FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION  
2-H (ID 26-115) regarding actions pertaining to RFP 12600292 for the  
allocation of the Youth Service Corps Homeless Pilot Program – was moved  
to the Contested Consent by Councilmember Arias.  
2-K (ID 26-36) regarding actions pertaining to emergency shelter operations  
provided by Elevate Community Services - was moved to the Contested  
Consent by Councilmember Arias.  
2-L (ID 26-37) regarding approve the first amendment to the service  
agreement with Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission - was moved  
to the Contested Consent by Councilmember Arias.  
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Councilmember  
Perea, the AGENDA was APPROVED AS AMENDED. The motion  
carried by the following vote:  
Aye: 6 - Karbassi, Esparza, Perea, Arias, Vang and Richardson  
Absent: 1 - Maxwell  
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS  
Proclamation of “Marjaree Mason Center Teen Dating Violence  
Awareness Month”  
ID 26-85  
During approval of the agenda, Interim City Clerk Aller announced  
Councilmember Maxwell has been listed as a co-sponsor.  
PRESENTED  
Proclamation of “Black History Month”  
ID 26-69  
PRESENTED  
Proclamation of “Recognizing the Beginning of Ramadan 2026”  
ID 26-53  
PRESENTED  
Proclamation of “American Heart Month”  
ID 26-188  
PRESENTED  
COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS  
Councilmember Arias Reports and Comments. Noted that the City  
proposing changes to online sales tax distribution has simultaneously  
prohibited distribution centers within its own jurisdiction, avoiding  
associated traffic and pollution impacts while seeking revenue generated by  
such facilities elsewhere. Stated confidence that the proposal, previously  
defeated twice, would be defeated again. Reported that he was scheduled to  
attend a joint meeting of the Fresno Chaffee Zoo and the Fresno Zoo  
Authority, where the initial design for the new zoo entrance was under  
discussion. Explained that the Zoo Authority disagrees with the Fresno Zoo  
Corporation’s proposed design and is advocating for higher design  
standards consistent with its responsibilities under the voter approved tax  
measure. Emphasized the significance of the Zoo entrance as a major  
public facing asset in a city park and commended the Zoo Authority for  
upholding its oversight role.  
Councilmember Vang Reports and Comments. Attended Fresno Unified’s  
Honor Band and Orchestra performance at Roosevelt High School,  
recognizing the students selected as top performers in the district and noting  
the quality of the venue. Attended Calwa Elementary School’s first lottery  
and bingo night, where families and community members participated and  
prizes were donated by the District 5 office and others, and thanked  
Vanessa from Community Schools for coordinating the event. Expressed  
appreciation to Public Works for proactively preparing for recent storms,  
including filling potholes ahead of the second round of rain, and noted not  
receiving any flooding complaints in the District 5 office. Announced an  
upcoming Waste Tire Amnesty Day at the Hanoian Shopping Center on East  
Butler Avenue, and provided the Code Enforcement Division’s contact  
number for questions.  
Councilmember Richardson Reports and Comments. Thanked the 94  
volunteers who participated in the January Beautify Fresno event, collecting  
nearly one ton of garbage in the Blackstone and Abby area, and noted the  
success of the cleanup effort. Congratulated United Cerebral Palsy Plus  
(UCP) for hosting a tour of their facility. Acknowledged participation in a  
recent community panel event and expressed appreciation to its organizers  
and attendees. Congratulated the fifth-grade class of Ms. Hildreth at  
McCardle Elementary School for winning a Valentine’s Day card making  
competition for residents of the Fresno Veterans Home, noting the positive  
emotional impact the students’ cards had on the veterans. Announced a  
Veterans Home donation drive taking place throughout the month of March,  
noting that donation boxes are available at both Sequoia Brewing Company  
locations on Olive Avenue in District 1 and on Champlain and Perrin in  
District 6. Explained that donated items will support the Fresno Veterans  
Home canteen, which provides residents with essential dry goods.  
Requested items include nail care products, shower caps, scarves,  
blankets, men’s razors, combs, brushes, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap,  
washcloths, shampoo, shaving cream, grooming supplies, and similar  
necessities. Encouraged community participation and highlighted that all  
donated goods will be delivered directly to the Veterans Home.  
Vice President Esparza Reports and Comments. Thanked all who  
participated in the Black History Month reception and proclamation  
ceremony, noting the honor of recognizing Nancy Whittle. Reported that  
District 7 staff and volunteers recently joined a Beautify Fresno cleanup  
event at Webster Elementary School and expressed appreciation for the  
community’s continued efforts to improve local schools and neighborhoods.  
Highlighted the celebration of the 95th anniversary of the Mexican  
Consulate in Fresno, acknowledging its vital services and longstanding  
support for local families, and expressed his commitment to continued  
collaboration. Announced the grand opening of El Premio Mayor’s new  
location in District 7, noting the restaurant’s growth from a food truck into a  
well known local business with three district locations and expressing  
enthusiasm for its continued success.  
Council President Karbassi Reports and Comments. Thanked his staff for  
organizing a recent press conference held during inclement weather and  
recognized Congressman Jim Costa for securing $2 million in federal  
funding to expand public access to the San Joaquin River. Noted the long  
standing regional effort involving the City, Fresno County, Madera County,  
and the San Joaquin River Conservancy to restore and improve access to  
the river, emphasizing the importance of the upcoming River West Fresno  
project, which is expected to break ground later this year. Highlighted that  
the new federal funds will support ADA improvements and enhancements at  
locations such as Camp Pashayan and along the Eaton Trail, helping  
ensure future generations can more easily enjoy the river. Announced a  
press conference regarding health insurance concerns affecting City  
employees and others with Blue Shield coverage, stating that the Council is  
committed to exploring all options to ensure continued access to inpatient  
care at the region’s Level I trauma center.  
MAYOR/MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS  
City Manager White Reports and Comments. Provided several updates and  
recognitions, beginning with appreciation for Water Division and Public  
Works staff who responded to a major waterline break at Minnewawa and  
Pitt on Christmas Day, working in deep standing water to shut off valves,  
notify residents, and restore service. Listed the employees involved and  
commended their exceptional commitment. Acknowledged Water and Public  
Works crews who responded to another significant water break on the recent  
Monday holiday in Council District 4, noting their rapid work to stabilize a  
compromised utility pole and manage boil water notices. Recognized staff  
from Capital Projects, General Services, and Purchasing for expediting the  
demolition of multiple vacant city owned buildings at Blackstone and  
McKinley, highlighting the coordinated effort across departments. Reported  
that the Mayor was in Berkeley attending the League of California Cities  
board meeting, where a vote was scheduled regarding a proposal to change  
the distribution of sales tax from online retailers. Explained that the  
proposal, which would shift revenue from fulfillment center cities to  
point-of-sale cities, could result in a $12–15 million loss to Fresno’s general  
fund and has created division among cities. Stated that the Mayor was  
advocating against the measure and would provide updates as the vote  
occurred.  
Assistant City Manager MIller Reports and Comments. Announced that the  
City’s warming centers would be open from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. at Ted C.  
Wills Community Center, Mosqueda Community Center, and Maxie L. Parks  
Community Center. Noted that the centers would also operate the following  
evening during the same hours, with free FAX transportation available,  
acceptance of animals, and cots and blankets provided on-site. Explained  
that the City’s website is continuously updated, and warming center  
openings are determined when temperatures fall below 35 degrees.  
Residents can find a three to four day schedule by searching “warming  
centers” on the City’s website.  
1. SCHEDULED COUNCIL HEARINGS AND MATTERS  
9:10 A.M.  
Actions pertaining to the acquisition of easements and right-of-way on a  
parcel to benefit the Ashlan Widening - Polk to Cornelia Project (Council  
District 1):  
ID 26-107  
1. HEARING to consider a Resolution of Necessity for acquisition  
of a three permanent easements, a temporary construction  
easement, and right-of-way for public street purposes on  
portions of Assessor’s Parcel Number 511-012-05S, owned by  
Beatris Medina and Olga Gonzalez, for the construction of the  
Ashlan Avenue Widening - Polk to Cornelia Project;  
2. ***RESOLUTION - Determining that public interest and necessity  
require acquisition of three permanent easements, a temporary  
construction easement, and right-of-way for public street  
purposes through and across portions of Assessor’s Parcel  
Number 511-012-05S, owned by Beatris Medina and Olga  
Gonzalez, for the construction of the Ashlan Avenue Widening -  
Polk to Cornelia Project, and authorizing eminent domain  
proceedings for public use and purpose (Requires 5 affirmative  
votes) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto).  
The above item was called to order at 3:22 P.M. and was presented to  
Council by Right of Way Agent Manager Bruno. Upon call, the following  
members of the public addressed Council: Edward Gonzales. Public  
comment closed at 3:26 P.M.  
There was no Council Discussion.  
RESOLUTION 2026-14 ADOPTED  
On motion of Councilmember Perea, seconded by Vice President  
Esparza, that the above Action Item be ADOPTED. The motion carried  
by the following vote:  
Aye: 7 -  
Karbassi, Esparza, Perea, Arias, Maxwell, Vang and  
Richardson  
9:15 A.M.  
HEARING to Consider Rezone Application No. P25-01778; Development  
ID 26-76  
Permit  
Assessment  
Application  
No.  
No.  
P25-01774;  
and  
related  
±3.96 acres  
Environmental  
of property  
P25-01774/P25-01778 for  
located on the southeast corner of North Cedar Avenue and East Hampton  
Way (Council District 4)  
1. ADOPT - Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared for Environmental  
Assessment No. P25-01774/P25-01778, dated December 12,  
2025, for the proposed project pursuant to California Environmental  
Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines; and,  
2. BILL (for Introduction and Adoption) - Amending the Official Zoning Map  
as described by Section 15-508 of the Fresno Municipal Code, and  
pursuant to the procedures set forth in Article 58, Chapter 15 of the  
Fresno Municipal Code; and,  
3. APPROVE  
-
Development Permit Application No. P25-01774,  
proposing to construct an adult day care facility on ±1.17 acres of  
property, subject to compliance with the Conditions of Approval  
dated January 21, 2026, and contingent upon approval of Rezone  
Application No. P25-01778 and the related environmental  
assessment.  
The above item was called to order at 3:18 P.M. and there was no  
presentation to Council. Upon call, the following members of the public  
addressed Council: NIkki Real. Public comment closed at 3:20 P.M.  
Council discussion was held.  
BILL B-1 INTRODUCED / ORDINANCE 2026-2 ADOPTED  
On motion of Councilmember Maxwell, seconded by Council  
President Karbassi, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The  
motion carried by the following vote:  
Aye: 7 -  
Karbassi, Esparza, Perea, Arias, Maxwell, Vang and  
Richardson  
9:20 A.M.  
HEARING to consider the adoption of the Central Southeast Area Specific  
Plan and related Environmental Assessment. The following Plan  
ID 26-86  
Amendment  
and  
Rezone  
applications  
(collectively  
numbered  
as  
application P23-00400) have been filed by the Fresno City Council and  
pertain to approximately 2,067 acres in the Southeast area of the City of  
Fresno (Council Districts 5 and 7)  
1.  
ADOPT  
-
Recirculated Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH  
2023020138) for Environmental Assessment No. P23-00400 dated  
December 19, 2025, and the associated Mitigation Monitoring and  
Reporting Program (MMRP) prepared pursuant to California  
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sections 15070  
through 15075.  
2. RESOLUTION - to repeal of the Roosevelt Community Plan (Plan  
Amendment Application P23-00400).  
3. BILL (for Introduction and Adoption) - to repeal of the Butler/Willow  
Specific Plan (Plan Amendment Application P23-00400).  
4. ***RESOLUTION - to Adopt the Central Southeast Specific Plan  
(Plan Amendment Application No. P23-00400) (Subject to Mayor’s  
Veto)  
5. RESOLUTION - Updating the Land Use Map (Figure LU-1) of the  
Fresno General Plan to Incorporate the Central Southeast Area  
Specific Plan (Plan Amendment P23-00400)  
6.  
***BILL (for Introduction and Adoption)  
-
Approve Rezone  
Application No. P22-00400 to Amend the Official Zoning Map to  
Rezone Approximately 119 acres of Property within the Central  
Southeast Area Specific Plan area to be consistent with the  
Planned Land Use Map (Subject to Mayor’s Veto).  
The above item was called to order at 2:08 P.M. and was presented to  
Council by Program Administrator Pagoulatos. Upon call, the following  
members of the public addressed Council: Dirk Poeschel, Jose Leon  
Barraza, Debbie McCann, Bonique Emerson, Sue Williams, and Nikki Real.  
Public comment closed at 2:32 P.M.  
Council discussion was held.  
Council President Karbassi motioned to table the above item to March 19,  
2026 at 9:20 A.M., and directed City Attorney Janz to add a close session  
item to February 26, 2026 related to the above item.  
On motion of Council President Karbassi, seconded by  
Councilmember Maxwell, that the above Action Item be TABLED. The  
motion carried by the following vote:  
Aye: 5 - Karbassi, Esparza, Perea, Maxwell and Richardson  
No: 2 - Arias and Vang  
2. CONSENT CALENDAR  
Upon call, for public comment on all Consent, Contested Consent and  
Closed Session items, the following members of the public addressed  
Council: Dez Martinez (2-H, 2-K), and Nikki Real (Closed Session).  
During approval of the Consent calendar Councilmember Arias announced  
his questions were answered and he would like to move item 2-H (ID  
26-115) back the Consent Calendar.  
APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR  
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Councilmember  
Vang, the CONSENT CALENDAR was hereby adopted by the following  
vote:  
Aye: 6 - Karbassi, Esparza, Perea, Arias, Vang and Richardson  
Absent: 1 - Maxwell  
Approval of the Minutes for the January 29, 2026, Regular and Special  
Meetings, and February 10, 2026, Special Meeting.  
2.-A.  
2.-B.  
ID 26-171  
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR  
BILL - (For Introduction) to Amend Section 2-1105 of the Fresno Municipal  
ID 26-149  
Code, relating to Campaign Contributions - Limitations on amount and  
document filing methods.  
During approval of the agenda, Interim City Clerk Aller announced a clerical  
change to begin with a bracket and that section to read "[California Senate  
and Assembly limitations and the limit set forth in Government Code  
Section 85302(a)]" end bracket.  
BILL B-2 INTRODUCED AND LAID OVER  
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR  
Approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the Fresno Regional  
Workforce (FRWBD’s) application through the California Workforce  
Development Board (CWDB) for the Adult and Dislocated Worker Career  
Services Provider Designation  
2.-C.  
2.-D.  
ID 26-150  
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR  
***RESOLUTION  
-
Adopting the 41st Amendment to the Annual  
ID 26-215  
Appropriation Resolution No. 2025-179 appropriating $XXX,XXX for  
returned Measure P appropriations from the Arts & Culture Funding  
(Requires Five Affirmative Votes) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)  
During approval of the agenda, Interim City Clerk Aller announced this item  
was moved by staff to February 26, 2026, as the item needs to go before  
Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission prior to coming before Council.  
The PRAC Meeting is being held on Monday, February 23, 2026.  
TABLED  
Actions pertaining to the acquisition of property from a portion of a parcel  
ID 26-132  
2.-E.  
to benefit the Pump Station 102A Wellhead Treatment Project (Council  
District 5):  
1. Adopt Mitigated Negative Declaration State Clearinghouse Number  
2023050144, dated May 5, 2023, prepared for the Pump Station  
102A  
Wellhead  
Treatment  
Project  
pursuant  
to  
California  
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);  
2. Approve the Agreement for Purchase and Sale of Real Property  
and Escrow Instructions to acquire fee title interest of a 0.37-acre  
(16,000 square feet) portion of the property identified as Assessor’s  
Parcel Number 313-890-06S, in the amount of $168,000, plus  
applicable title and escrow costs.  
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR  
***RESOLUTION - Adopting the 590th Amendment to the Master Fee  
Schedule Resolution No. 80-420 to Add, Adjust, Move, Revise or Delete  
Various Fees (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)  
2.-F.  
ID 26-142  
RESOLUTION 2026-15 ADOPTED  
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR  
2.-G.  
2.-H.  
ID 26-162  
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR  
Actions pertaining to RFP 12600292 for the allocation of the Youth Service  
ID 26-115  
Corps Homeless Pilot Program to fund three organizations to provide  
meaningful work experience at their worksites  
1. Approve three Service Agreements allocating Youth Services Corps  
Homeless Pilot Program funding to local Community Based  
Organizations (CBOs) totaling $700,000 (RFP12600292) to the  
following organizations: (a) Poverello House $507,171.00; (b) RH  
Builders $137,860.80; and (c) WestCare California, Inc. $54,968.20  
2. Resolution - Granting Authority to the City Manager or designee to  
enter into agreements with Community-Based Organizations to  
provide meaningful work experience at their worksites funded by the  
Youth Service Corps Homeless Pilot Grant Program  
During approval of the agenda, Interim City Clerk Aller announced  
Councilmember Arias moved the above item to Contested Consent.  
During approval of the Consent calendar Councilmember Arias announced  
his questions were answered and he would like to move the item back the  
Consent Calendar.  
RESOLUTION 2026-16 ADOPTED  
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR  
Actions pertaining to the Fresno Airports Public Safety Officers’  
ID 26-143  
2.-I.  
Association (FAPSOA) for Unit 11  
1. ***Adopt a Side Letter of Agreement between the City of Fresno  
and Fresno Airports Public Safety Officers’ Association (FAPSOA -  
Unit 11) (Subject to Mayor’s veto)  
2. ***RESOLUTION: Adopt the Eighteenth Amendment to FY 2026  
Salary Resolution No. 2025-177, amending Exhibit 11, Unit 11 -  
Fresno Airports Public Safety Officers’ Association (FAPSOA), as  
required by the Side Letter of Agreement between the City of  
Fresno and Fresno Airports Public Safety Officers’ Association  
(FAPSOA - Unit 11) (Subject to Mayor’s veto)  
RESOLUTION 2026-17 ADOPTED  
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR  
***RESOLUTION  
-
Adopting the 35th Amendment to the Annual  
2.-J.  
ID 26-114  
Appropriation Resolution No. 2025-179 to appropriate $1,797,373 from  
the Local Housing Trust Fund Program for Fiscal Year 2025-2026  
(Requires Five Affirmative Votes) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)  
RESOLUTION 2026-18 ADOPTED  
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR  
Actions pertaining to the 2025 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program  
(STEP) grant:  
1. Authorize the Chief of Police to accept additional grant funding of  
2.-M.  
ID 26-164  
$98,000 for the 2025 STEP grant awarded to the Fresno Police  
Department from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration  
(NHTSA) through the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for a  
total of $733,000  
2. Authorize the Chief of Police or her designee to execute the revised  
agreement, extensions, and all related documentation applicable to  
the 2025 STEP grant  
3. ***RESOLUTION - Adopt the 31st Amendment to the Annual  
Appropriation Resolution (AAR) No. 2025-179 to appropriate  
$98,000 from the California Office of Traffic Safety for the 2025  
Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Grant (Requires  
Five Affirmative Votes) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)  
4. Approve the license agreement between the City of Fresno Police  
Department and Veritone, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $86,000  
for a one-year license for software for the reporting of Racial and  
Identity Profiling Act (RIPA) data, authorizing the Chief of Police, or  
her designee, to execute the agreement and any related documents.  
RESOLUTION 2026-19 ADOPTED  
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR  
***RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Director of Public Utilities, or designee,  
2.-N.  
ID 26-90  
to execute a Financial Assistance Agreement, and any Amendments  
thereto, with the United States Environmental Protection Agency in the  
amount of $3,700,214.00 for a Drinking Water System Infrastructure and  
Sustainability Program grant to replace failing polyethylene water service  
laterals in the City of Fresno’s water distribution system. (Citywide)  
(Subject to Mayor’s Veto)  
RESOLUTION 2026-20 ADOPTED  
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR  
Actions pertaining to the summary vacation of a portion of the public street  
2.-O.  
ID 26-121  
easement north of the North Riverside Drive and West Palo Alto Avenue  
intersection (Council District 2):  
1. Adopt an addendum to Finding of Conformity to Master  
Environmental Impact Report (MEIR) SCH No. 2012111015,  
pursuant to Section 15162, of the California Environmental Quality  
Act (CEQA) Guidelines, Development Permit Application Number  
D-17-030;  
2. RESOLUTION - Approving the summary vacation of a portion of the  
public street easement north of the North Riverside Drive and West  
Palo Alto Avenue intersection.  
RESOLUTION 2026-21 ADOPTED  
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR  
***RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Submission of Grant Application to the  
Office of the Secretary, US Department of Transportation for the 2026  
Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Program  
and Authorizing the Execution of Grant Application and Grant Agreement  
Documents by the Public Works Director or Designee (Subject to Mayor’s  
Veto) (Council District 3)  
2.-P.  
ID 26-151  
RESOLUTION 2026-22 ADOPTED  
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR  
Approve the appointment of Aric Mine to the Active Transportation  
Advisory Committee (ATAC) for a term ending February 18, 2029  
2.-Q.  
2.-R.  
ID 26-144  
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR  
RESOLUTION - In Support of the Health and Welfare Trust’s Efforts to  
ID 26-212  
Ensure the Contract Dispute between Community Medical Centers and  
Blue Shield of California is Resolved Quickly and Favorably for City  
Employees  
During approval of the agenda, Interim City Clerk Aller announced  
Councilmember Perea and Vice President Esparza have been listed as  
co-sponsors. Council approves up to $50,000 in legal fees. Anything beyond  
this amount is subject to council approval.  
RESOLUTION 2026-23 ADOPTED  
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR  
CONTESTED CONSENT CALENDAR  
Actions pertaining to Emergency Shelter operations provided by Elevate  
2.-K.  
ID 26-36  
Community Services (Elevate) under the Homeless Housing, Assistance  
and Prevention (HHAP) program. (City Council District 3) (Bid File No.  
12500851):  
1. Approve the First Amendment for Ambassador Inn, a 53-bed shelter  
located at 1804 W. Olive Avenue (APN 449-231-11). The amended  
agreement term is from April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027, for  
an amount not to exceed $1,324,600.  
2. Approve the First Amendment for Villa Motel, a 52-bed shelter  
located at 817 N. Parkway Drive (APN 449-335-25). The amended  
agreement term is from April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027, for  
an amount not to exceed $1,299,998.  
3. Approve the First Amendment for Fresno Home,  
a
50-bed  
emergency shelter located at 2550 W. Clinton Avenue (APN 442-  
081-28). The amended agreement term is from July 1, 2026 through  
June 30, 2027, for an amount not to exceed $1,250,000.  
Councilmember Arias moved the above item to Contested Consent to get  
clarification on the agreement.  
Council discussion was held.  
APPROVED  
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Councilmember  
Maxwell, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The motion  
carried by the following vote:  
Aye: 7 -  
Karbassi, Esparza, Perea, Arias, Maxwell, Vang and  
Richardson  
Approve the First Amendment to the Service Agreement with Fresno  
Economic Opportunities Commission (FEOC) to continue operating eight  
(8) youth bridge beds located at 1046 T Street, Fresno, CA 93721 (APN  
466-043-09) in an amount not to exceed $504,413. This amendment is  
funded by the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP)  
program for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028. (Bid File  
12402933) (City Council District 3)  
2.-L.  
ID 26-37  
Councilmember Arias moved the above item to Contested Consent to get  
clarification on the agreement.  
Council discussion was held.  
APPROVED  
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Councilmember  
Perea, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The motion carried  
by the following vote:  
Aye: 7 -  
Karbassi, Esparza, Perea, Arias, Maxwell, Vang and  
Richardson  
3. GENERAL ADMINISTRATION  
Submission for informational purposes the Annual Comprehensive  
3.-A.  
ID 26-205  
Financial Reports (“ACFR”) regarding the financial activities of the City of  
Fresno Retirement Systems for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2025  
There was no presentation to the Council. Upon call, no members of the  
public addressed Council.  
Council discussion was held. City Manager White read a statement into the  
record.  
PRESENTED  
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Council President  
Karbassi, that the above Action Item be TABLED with no return date.  
The motion carried by the following vote:  
Aye: 7 -  
Karbassi, Esparza, Perea, Arias, Maxwell, Vang and  
Richardson  
UNSCHEDULED COMMUNICATION  
Upon call, the following members of the public addressed the Council with  
unscheduled communication: Dez Martinez, Isabel Vela, Brunette, Erabella  
Thompson, and Nikki Real.  
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4. CITY COUNCIL  
5. CLOSED SESSION  
During open session, City Attorney Janz announced each of the items that  
would be discussed in closed session.  
Council withdrew to closed session at 11:15 A.M. and again at 3:35 P.M.  
5.-A.  
ID 26-172  
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - Government Code  
Section 54957.6  
City Negotiators: Jennifer Misner; Sumeet Malhi  
Employee Organization(s): 1. International Union of Operating Engineers,  
Stationary Engineers, Local 39 (Local 39); 2. Fresno City Employees  
Association (FCEA); 3. Fresno Police Officers Association (FPOA Basic),  
Unit 4; 4. International Association of Firefighters, Local 202, Unit 5 (Fire  
Basic); 5. Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1027 (ATU); 6. International  
Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 100 (IBEW); 7. Fresno Police  
Officers Association (FPOA Management); 8. International Association of  
Firefighters, Local 202, Unit 10 (Fire Management); 9. City of Fresno  
Professional Employees Association (CFPEA); 10. City of Fresno  
Management Employees Association (CFMEA). 11. Employee  
Organization(s): Unrepresented Employees in Unit 2 (Non-Represented  
Management and Confidential Classes): Airport Public Safety Manager,  
Airports Public Safety Assistant Manager, Assistant City Attorney,  
Assistant City Manager, Assistant Controller, Assistant Director, Assistant  
Director of Personnel Services, Assistant Director of Public Utilities,  
Assistant Director of Public Works, Assistant Police Chief, Assistant  
Retirement Administrator, Background Investigator, Budget Analyst,  
Budget Manager, Chief Assistant City Attorney, Chief Information Officer,  
Chief Labor Negotiator, Chief of Staff to Councilmember, Chief of Staff to  
the Mayor, City Attorney (City Negotiator, Council President Karbassi), City  
Attorney Investigator, City Clerk (City Negotiator, Council President  
Karbassi), City Engineer, City Manager (City Negotiator, Mayor Dyer),  
Community Coordinator, Community Outreach Specialist, Controller,  
Council Assistant, Deputy City Attorney II, Deputy City Attorney III, Deputy  
City Manager, Director, Director of Aviation, Director of Development,  
Director of Personnel Services, Director of Public Utilities, Director of  
Transportation, Economic Development Coordinator, Economic  
Development Director, Executive Assistant to Department Director,  
Executive Assistant to the City Attorney, Executive Assistant to the City  
Council, Executive Assistant to the City Manager, Executive Assistant to  
the Mayor, Fire Chief, Governmental Affairs Manager, Human Resources  
Manager, Independent Reviewer, Internal Auditor, Investment Officer,  
Management Analyst II, Payroll Accountant, Payroll Manager, Police Chief,  
Principal Budget Analyst, Principal Internal Auditor, Principal Labor  
Relations Analyst, Project Liaison/Program Administrator, Public Affairs  
Officer, Public Works Director, Retirement Administrator, Retirement  
Benefits Manager, Retirement Office Manager, Senior Budget Analyst,  
Senior City Attorney Investigator, Senior Deputy City Attorney I, Senior  
Deputy City Attorney II, Senior Deputy City Attorney III, Senior Human  
Resources/Risk Analyst, Senior Law Clerk, Special Assistant City  
Attorney, Supervising Deputy City Attorney, Veterinarian  
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open  
session announcements for this item.  
DISCUSSED  
5.-B.  
ID 26-138  
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION  
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(2) Significant  
Exposure to Litigation:  
Rhonda Leavitt v. City of Fresno, Risk File No. RM2025046700  
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open  
session announcements for this item.  
DISCUSSED  
5.-C.  
ID 26-184  
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION  
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4): 1 potential case  
The above item was discussed in closed session.  
City Attorney Janz reported: By a vote of 6 to 0 with Council Vice President  
Esparza absent, the Council has voted to initiate litigation under  
Government Code Section §54956.9(d)(4) in order to protect certain federal  
grants, including SAFER grants for firefighters, the Fire Department, and  
local law enforcement. The action will be filed against the following  
defendants: Kristi Noem, in her official capacity as Secretary of Homeland  
Security; the U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Karen Evans, in her  
official capacity as Acting Administrator of the Federal Emergency  
Management Agency (FEMA); Doug Burgum, in his official capacity as  
Secretary of the Interior; the U.S. Department of the Interior; Pamela Bondi,  
in her official capacity as Attorney General; and the U.S. Attorney General’s  
Office.  
DISCUSSED  
5.-D.  
ID 26-189  
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION  
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4)  
Case Name: City of Fresno v. Centers Veterans Group, LLC;  
(Code Enforcement Case # E20-08659)  
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open  
session announcements for this item.  
DISCUSSED  
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-ANTICIPATED LITIGATION  
ID 26-191  
5.-E.  
Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(4)  
1 potential case  
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open  
session announcements for this item.  
DISCUSSED  
5.-F.  
ID 26-139  
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION  
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)  
David Phillips-Kerley v. City of Fresno; et al, Eastern District Court Case No.  
1:18-CV-00438  
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open  
session announcements for this item.  
DISCUSSED  
5.-G.  
ID 26-137  
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION  
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)  
Tutelian & Company, Inc. v. City of Fresno; Fresno Superior Court Case  
No. 21CECG02805  
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open  
session announcements for this item.  
DISCUSSED  
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION  
ID 26-136  
5.-H.  
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)  
Park 7, LLC., and LandValue Management LLC., v. City of Fresno; Fresno  
Superior Court Case No. 24CECG04298  
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open  
session announcements for this item.  
DISCUSSED  
5.-I.  
ID 26-174  
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION  
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)  
Angela Baskerville. v. City of Fresno, et al.; Fresno Superior Court Case  
No. 24CECG00188  
During approval of the agenda, Interim City Clerk Aller announced this item  
was tabled to February 26, 2026, by the City Attorney’s office.  
5.-J.  
ID 26-185  
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL--EXISTING LITIGATION  
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1): City of Fresno,  
et.al. v. United States of America; US Court of Federal Claims  
1:21-cv-00375  
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open  
session announcements for this item.  
DISCUSSED  
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION  
ID 26-210  
5.-K.  
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4)  
Case Name: City of Fresno v. Zhou Huizhen and Guochang Huang  
(2959 N. Stanley Avenue; Code Enforcement Case Number E24-16132)  
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open  
session announcements for this item.  
DISCUSSED  
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION  
ID 26-217  
5.-L.  
1. Government Code Section 54957(b): consider the appointment,  
employment, evaluation of performance, discipline, or dismissal of a public  
employee.  
Title: City Clerk  
2. Government Code Section 54957.6: conference with labor negotiator.  
City Negotiator: Council President Mike Karbassi.  
Unrepresented Employee: City Clerk  
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open  
session announcements for this item.  
DISCUSSED  
ADJOURNMENT  
The Council meeting adjourned from open session at 4:52 P.M.  
The above minutes were approved by unanimous vote of the City Council during the  
February 26, 2026, regular meeting