Gov. Gavin Newsom says funding Highway 99 is a "top priority," dispelling the notion that a September executive order diverted money from improvement projects in Madera and Tulare counties. "As it relates to Highway 99 in particular, it is a top priority for our administration, a top priority for our...
Fresno is the Future, Gov. Newsom's Economic Adviser Says
Gov. Gavin Newsom's chief economic adviser believes in Fresno. As the California Economic Summit convened at the downtown Double Tree Hotel ballroom, an estimated 900 attendees from around the state listened to what makes Fresno tick. And holding it here is key for Lenny Mendonca. Listen to this article: "It's...
California Economic Summit in Fresno Is Biggest Ever
For the eighth year — and the first time in Fresno — California Forward is holding an economic summit focused on how to improve the Golden State across many different sectors. And, according to California Forward's co-chairman Pete Weber, the two-day event — dubbed "Regions Rise Together" — will be the biggest...
Valley Economy Will Get a Close Look From Newsom at Summit
What might Gov. Gavin Newsom talk about when he speaks in Fresno next week? His transportation adviser offered a few clues. Newsom will deliver the keynote address Friday, Nov. 8, 10:30 a.m., at the California Economic Summit at the DoubleTree Hotel in downtown Fresno. Last week, Egon Terplan, Newsom's Senior...