Regular Meeting
Agenda Published
City Council
Regular Meeting
10:00 AM
Council Chambers
Agenda
Published Feb 6, 2026Opening
Call to Order
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Previous Meeting Minutes
Ceremonial
26-130
Proclamation Declaring February 2026 as Heart Health Awareness Month
Public Comment
Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items
Consent Calendar
26-131
Approve Professional Services Agreement with Provost & Pritchard for Storm Drain Master Plan
Recommended Action:
Approve the professional services agreement with Provost & Pritchard Consulting Group for the Storm Drain Master Plan update.
26-132
Accept Grant Award from California Office of Traffic Safety
Recommended Action:
Accept the grant award of $210,000 from the California Office of Traffic Safety for DUI enforcement and traffic safety programs.
26-133
Approve Amendment No. 3 to Lease Agreement — Fresno Area Express Bus Maintenance Facility
Recommended Action:
Approve Amendment No. 3 extending the lease term for the FAX bus maintenance facility at 2223 G Street.
26-134
Resolution Authorizing Application for Active Transportation Program Cycle 7 Funding
Recommended Action:
Adopt the Resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit applications for ATP Cycle 7 funding for the Blackstone Avenue Complete Streets Project.
26-135
Award Bid — Citywide Traffic Signal LED Replacement Project
Recommended Action:
Award the bid for the Citywide Traffic Signal LED Replacement Project to Valley Signal Inc. as the lowest responsive bidder.
26-136
Approve Memorandum of Understanding with Fresno County for Homeless Outreach Program
Recommended Action:
Approve the MOU with Demo County for joint homeless outreach services in the greater metropolitan area.
Action Items
26-137
Introduction of Ordinance Amending Fresno Municipal Code Chapter 12 — Short-Term Rental Regulations
Introduction and first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 12 of the Demo Municipal Code to establish regulations for short-term rental properties, including permit requirements, safety standards, and neighborhood compatibility provisions.
Recommended Action:
Waive first reading and introduce the ordinance amending FMC Chapter 12.
26-138
Mid-Year Budget Review and Appropriation Adjustments — FY2025-26
Review of the mid-year budget performance for FY2025-26, including revenue projections, expenditure trends, and proposed appropriation adjustments totaling $3.2 million for critical department needs.
Recommended Action:
Approve mid-year appropriation adjustments for FY2025-26.
Closed Session
Conference with Labor Negotiator — Fresno City Employees Association
Adjournment
Adjournment
Meeting Minutes
Approved Feb 20, 2026<h2>CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES</h2>
<h3>February 10, 2026 — 10:00 AM</h3>
<h4>Council Chambers, 100 Main Street, Demo City, CA</h4>
<p><strong>CALL TO ORDER:</strong> Council President Esparza called the meeting to order at 10:03 AM.</p>
<p><strong>ROLL CALL:</strong> Present: Council Members Esparza, Karbassi, Perea, Arias, Maxwell, Chavez, Bredefeld. All members present.</p>
<p><strong>PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:</strong> Led by Council Member Perea.</p>
<p><strong>APPROVAL OF MINUTES:</strong> Motion by Karbassi, seconded by Chavez, to approve the previous meeting minutes. Motion carried 7-0.</p>
<p><strong>CEREMONIAL:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>26-130: Council President Esparza presented a proclamation declaring Heart Health Awareness Month. Representatives from Community Regional Medical Center accepted the proclamation.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>PUBLIC COMMENT:</strong> Five members of the public addressed the Council on non-agenda items, including concerns about road conditions on Cedar Avenue, requests for additional park lighting in the Tower District, and support for expanded homeless outreach programs.</p>
<p><strong>CONSENT CALENDAR:</strong> Items 26-131 through 26-136 were approved by a single motion. Motion by Arias, seconded by Maxwell. Motion carried 7-0.</p>
<p><strong>ACTION ITEMS:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>26-137: Introduction of Ordinance Amending FMC Chapter 12 — Short-Term Rental Regulations. Staff presented the proposed ordinance. Council discussed enforcement mechanisms and neighbor notification requirements. Motion by Karbassi, seconded by Perea, to waive first reading and introduce the ordinance. Motion carried 5-2 (Bredefeld, Maxwell dissenting).</li>
<li>26-138: Mid-Year Budget Review. Finance Director presented the mid-year budget analysis. Council approved appropriation adjustments of $3.2 million. Motion by Chavez, seconded by Arias. Motion carried 7-0.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>CLOSED SESSION:</strong> Council recessed to closed session at 12:45 PM for conference with labor negotiator regarding Demo City Employees Association (Gov. Code 54957.6). Council reconvened at 1:30 PM. City Attorney reported no reportable action.</p>
<p><strong>ADJOURNMENT:</strong> Meeting adjourned at 1:32 PM.</p>
<p><em>Respectfully submitted,</em><br>
Daniel Garcia, City Clerk</p>
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Public Comments (2)
Susan Park
Demo City
Support
26-137 — Introduction of Ordinance Amending Fresno Municipal Code Chapter 12 — Short-Term Rental Regulations
As a homeowner in the Tower District, I strongly support the proposed short-term rental regulations. Unregulated STRs have disrupted our neighborhood with noise, parking issues, and revolving-door strangers. Reasonable regulation that requires permits and safety inspections will help balance the rights of property owners with neighborhood livability.
Feb 20, 2026 at 7:07 AM
Michael Torres
Demo City
Oppose
26-137 — Introduction of Ordinance Amending Fresno Municipal Code Chapter 12 — Short-Term Rental Regulations
I operate two short-term rentals that provide supplemental income for my family and bring tourism dollars to Demo City. The proposed regulations are overly restrictive and will drive hosts underground or out of business. I urge the Council to consider a more balanced approach that protects neighborhoods without eliminating this important economic activity.
Feb 20, 2026 at 7:07 AM