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Fresno County Board renames March 31 to 'Fresno County Farm Worker and Agriculture Appreciation Day' After public comment and a brief legal check, the Fresno County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted on March 23 to amend its salary resolution and rename March 31 as Fresno County Farm Worker and Agriculture Appreciation Day to recognize both farmworkers and farmers.

Fresno County just made history by renaming March 31 as "Fresno County Farm Worker and Agriculture Appreciation Day," honoring the vital contributions of both farmworkers and farmers!

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Very late on this idea, but a good reminder to anyone visiting Fresno County for the Blossom Trail.

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What an honor and privilege it was to have the 2025 Central East High Football 🏈 team at the State Capitol today.
2025 CIF Division 1-A State Champions!
Goooooo Bengals 🐅🐅🐅🐅🐅🐅🐅🐅🐅
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We are securing more wins for district 27! I'm happy to announce the California Department of Housing & Community Development has awarded nearly $2.5 MILLION to Fresno County from the PLHA program! #NewHousing #AffordableHousing #fresnocounty #teamsoria #soriasquad #winning #AD27 #caleg

Fresno County supervisors approve variance to split a 5.09‑acre Willow Bluff parcel despite staff recommendation After days of public testimony and debate over water and zoning policy, the Fresno County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to overturn the planning commission’s denial and approve variance application No. 4181 to split a roughly 5.09‑acre parcel into two ~2.55‑acre parcels in the Willow Bluff area.

Fresno County supervisors have shaken things up by unanimously approving a land split that challenges recent planning policies, igniting a heated debate over water availability and zoning rules.

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Fresno County Gets $200 Million Grid Upgrade - Cozzy Energy Solutions LS Power Begins $200 Million Substation Construction in Fresno County ST. LOUIS, Feb. 26, 2026 – LS Power Grid California, a subsidiary of LS Power, has started construction on the Manning Substation in Fresno County, California. The project is designed to bolster the electrical grid in the Central Valley. The construction involves building a new

Fresno County Gets $200 Million Grid Upgrade #CAISO #CaliforniaGrid #RenewableEnergy #TransmissionLines #EnergyInfrastructure #FresnoCounty

Powering Up California: The $200 Million Manning Substation Project - Cozzy Energy Solutions LS Power Grid California has begun construction on the Manning Substation in Fresno County. The project, a subsidiary of LS Power and its transmission division, LS Power Grid, will introduce a substation capable of handling 500/230-kV power, accompanied by roughly 12 miles of 230-kV double-circuit transmission line. This represents a $200 million investment in California's

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Powering California’s Future: The $200M Manning Substation Project - Cozzy Energy Solutions LS Power Grid California has begun construction on the Manning Substation, a $200 million project intended to bolster the electrical infrastructure of California’s Central Valley. The project, an affiliate of LS Power, involves the creation of a new 500/230-kilovolt substation and approximately 12 miles of 230-kV double-circuit transmission line. The construction phase is expected to

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Fresno County approves staffing and budget changes for Office of Housing and Homelessness The board approved staffing and budget changes intended to strengthen Fresno County's Office of Housing and Homelessness as a follow-up to the board’s November action to establish the office; the transcript provides no amounts or position counts.

Fresno County is taking a critical step in the fight against homelessness by approving key staffing and budget changes for its newly established Office of Housing and Homelessness.

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Fresno County adopts Safe Roads to School Action Plan for 15 sites; receives second OTS grant for demonstrations The board adopted a Safe Roads to School Action Plan covering 15 school sites funded by a California Office of Traffic Safety grant and noted receipt of a second OTS grant to run demonstration projects at three locations.

Fresno County is taking a significant step towards safer routes for students by adopting a new action plan funded by state grants!

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CSAC was honored to recognize Senator Anna Caballero as a 2025 Distinguished Service Award recipient during today's Board of Directors meeting. Representing #MercedCounty, #MaderaCounty, and #FresnoCounty, she is a fierce advocate for safeguarding California’s water and counties statewide.

Fresno County, Reedley officials outline cleanup and call for federal oversight after illegal lab discovery Fresno County and Reedley officials described the 2022 discovery of an unlicensed laboratory in Reedley containing hazardous materials and about 1,000 transgenic mice, outlined local cleanup steps and costs, and urged Congress to back federal legislation (H.R. 5747) after a linked Las Vegas lab was found.

A shocking illegal lab in Reedley housing hazardous pathogens and transgenic mice has raised urgent calls for federal oversight after another site was discovered in Las Vegas.

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Fresno County reports code enforcement backlog nearly halved; staffing and data system upgrades planned County officials told the board the code enforcement backlog fell from over 3,000 to about 1,600 cases, outlined a three-tiered response system and said they will reach full staffing (10 officers) and deploy a new case-management system to improve metrics and cost recovery.

Fresno County has slashed its code enforcement backlog by nearly half, and with new staffing and tech upgrades on the horizon, the future looks bright for community compliance!

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Citizen Portal News California (@citizenptnewsca.bsky.social) Fresno County is taking a stand against human trafficking by declaring January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, rallying local advocates to push for awareness and crucial survivor...

Fresno County is taking a stand against human trafficking by declaring January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, rallying local advocates to push for awareness and crucial survivor support.

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Fresno County proclaims January 2026 National Human Trafficking Prevention Month; local groups call for demand reduction The board proclaimed January 2026 National Human Trafficking Prevention Month and heard testimonials from survivor advocates, law enforcement and the Consulate of Mexico calling for awareness, reporting and policies that focus on reducing demand and supporting survivors.

Fresno County is taking a stand against human trafficking by declaring January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, rallying local advocates to push for awareness and crucial survivor support.

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Fresno County adopts 2026 federal legislative platform after split vote on immigration language The Fresno County Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to adopt its 2026 federal legislative platform after a heated debate over language concerning federal immigration enforcement and references to criminal noncitizens; the platform also includes positions on HR 1, SNAP administrative costs, SALT and public-health priorities.

The Fresno County Board of Supervisors narrowly approved a contentious 2026 federal legislative platform, igniting debate over immigration language and public health priorities.

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Have you heard? We’re #MovingForwardTogether! Join the people-driven effort for better roads and safe streets in #FresnoCounty at movingfresnoforward.com.

Fresno County approves study to address heavy truck impacts on North Rio Vista After residents described structural damage and safety risks from truck traffic, the Board approved Public Works’ recommendation to include North Rio Vista in a county truck study and pursue a ~$797,000 grant; supervisors voted unanimously for Option 1.

Fresno County takes a vital step towards addressing the heavy truck traffic damaging homes and endangering lives in North Rio Vista!

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Fresno County unanimously adopts ordinance to limit overconcentration of registered offenders in single‑family homes After a full public hearing that drew residents and operators onto the dais, the Fresno County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted an ordinance restricting overconcentration of registered offenders in single‑family dwellings where more than six unrelated people live and at least one is a registered offender. Supporters and opponents pressed for delays and local enforcement mechanisms.

Fresno County has taken a bold step to balance public safety and rehabilitation by unanimously passing an ordinance to limit the concentration of registered offenders in single-family homes.

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#ICYMI: #teamsoria was in Huron to celebrate the city’s unveiling of their long awaited mural! We also celebrated their annual “Christmas in Huron-ville” event too!
Happy Holidays Huron! 🎄❄️☃️ @fresnocounty_ca
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Supervisors split over Measure C renewal allocation and term; county warns formula reduces road funding Fresno County staff presented proposed Measure C renewal allocations that shift the funding formula to 80% population/20% road miles and increase the local share to 65%, triggering concerns from supervisors that the change and a 30‑year term would reduce county road dollars and prioritize transit and active transportation over repairing local streets.

Fresno County's proposed Measure C renewal could bring in $1.085 billion over 30 years, but a controversial funding formula shift has supervisors worried it might jeopardize vital road repairs.

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Fresno County creates Office of Housing and Homelessness to centralize regional response The Board of Supervisors authorized creation of an Office of Housing and Homelessness within the CAO to centralize leadership, transfer six positions from DSS, serve as collaborative applicant for the Fresno‑Madera Continuum of Care, and return with budget and MOU updates by March 2026.

Fresno County is taking a bold step to tackle homelessness by establishing a new Office of Housing and Homelessness, aiming to improve accountability and streamline services across the region.

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Fresno County supervisors advance revised kratom ordinance after hours of testimony After a multi‑hour hearing with expert testimony and public comment, the Fresno County Board of Supervisors approved a motion to revise a proposed ordinance restricting retail kratom sales in unincorporated areas, exempting natural leaf for adults 21+ while banning concentrated 7‑hydroxy products above 2% and setting a second hearing for Dec. 9, 2025.

Fresno County is taking a stand on kratom sales, balancing public health concerns and personal freedom by proposing a new ordinance that restricts concentrated products while allowing natural leaf for adults 21 and older.

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Board approves salary schedule changes for elected officials after public pushback Supervisors approved amendments to the county salary resolution setting pay for several elected department heads, adjusting sheriff and district attorney salaries for extended terms, adding COLA language, and converting the public defender to a step-based range. Public comment from SEIU Local 521 urged rejection citing fiscal strain; the sheriff, H

Fresno County's Board of Supervisors has sparked controversy by approving significant salary increases for elected officials, despite pushback over potential impacts on budget and employee morale.

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Fresno County authorized to seek FMCOC management entity role for coordinated entry system The Board authorized the County Administrative Officer to submit a letter of interest for the Fresno Madera Continuum of Care management entity role and to create the function within the CAO. The change will transfer day-to-day administration of the HUD-mandated coordinated entry system from Poverello House to the county after a transition plan and

Fresno County takes a bold step toward transforming homelessness solutions by managing the Fresno Madera Continuum of Care, promising stronger oversight and strategic planning.

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Fresno County posts record $9.03 billion in 2024 crop and livestock production, county says Agricultural Commissioner Melissa Cragin presented the 2024 crop and livestock report on Nov. 4, reporting a record gross production value of about $9.029 billion led by almonds, grapes and pistachios. A companion economic contribution report estimated agriculture's total contribution to the county economy at roughly $21.66 billion and directly sup

Fresno County has hit a historic milestone with a staggering $9.03 billion in agricultural production for 2024, driven by a booming almond market and a diverse range of crops.

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Fresno County accepts 2024 crop and livestock report showing $9.03 billion in gross production The Fresno County Board of Supervisors accepted the 2024 Crop and Livestock Report, which the meeting record lists as having a record total gross production value of $9,030,000,000; a county representative highlighted the contributions of farm workers to that output.

Fresno County just broke records with a staggering $9.03 billion in agricultural production, thanks to the dedicated farm workers who truly feed the world!

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Fresno County supervisors approve letter of interest to manage Fresno-Madera Continuum of Care On Nov. 4, 2025 the Fresno County Board of Supervisors approved a letter of interest for the county to serve as the management entity for the Fresno-Madera Continuum of Care, authorizing the county to implement day-to-day operations of the coordinated entry system under the HUD Continuum of Care program.

Fresno County is stepping up to tackle homelessness by taking the reins of the Fresno-Madera Continuum of Care—what does this mean for the community?

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