[Correction: the word 'not' was left out of the original quote of Taymah Jahsi. It has since been updated] The city of Fresno is ready to receive its largest grant in history- $70 million. The debate on how to spend it is just starting. Wednesday night (February 15), the state...
How to spend $70 Million in Fresno
[Correction: the word 'not' was left out of the original quote of Taymah Jahsi. It has since been updated] The city of Fresno is ready to receive its largest grant in history- $70 million. The debate on how to spend it is just starting. Wednesday night (February 15), the state...
Brand lays out future focus
In front of hundreds of enthusiastic supporters, Fresno Mayor Lee Brand detailed what he wants to accomplish in office. Brand delivered a keynote address to a Fresno Chamber of Commerce brunch event in his honor. In an 18 minute speech to Chamber members dining on chicken and waffles, Brand talked...
Brand lays out future focus
In front of hundreds of enthusiastic supporters, Fresno Mayor Lee Brand detailed what he wants to accomplish in office. Brand delivered a keynote address to a Fresno Chamber of Commerce brunch event in his honor. In an 18 minute speech to Chamber members dining on chicken and waffles, Brand talked...
Rental Inspection Plan Passes, 4-3
[Note: check back Friday for video] Minutes after the Fresno City Council passed a rental inspection ordinance, sounds of joy emanated from the lobby, a circle of activists cheering and hollering. Tenants' rights attorneys, Faith in Fresno leaders and others celebrated a long-fought victory. Slumlords in the city isn't new....
Rental Inspection Plan Passes, 4-3
[Note: check back Friday for video] Minutes after the Fresno City Council passed a rental inspection ordinance, sounds of joy emanated from the lobby, a circle of activists cheering and hollering. Tenants' rights attorneys, Faith in Fresno leaders and others celebrated a long-fought victory. Slumlords in the city isn't new....
Hundreds rally for immigrants at Fresno City Hall
Could Fresno become a sanctuary city? Lee Brand told the Fresno Bee no earlier this week. At Thursday’s council meeting, Esmeralda Soria expressed her solidarity with the immigrant community during her council report. Dr. Garry Bredefeld also talked about the subject, saying he agrees with Brand. Friday, hundreds gathered in front of...
Hundreds rally for immigrants at Fresno City Hall
Could Fresno become a sanctuary city? Lee Brand told the Fresno Bee no earlier this week. At Thursday’s council meeting, Esmeralda Soria expressed her solidarity with the immigrant community during her council report. Dr. Garry Bredefeld also talked about the subject, saying he agrees with Brand. Friday, hundreds gathered in front of...
Brand unveils apartment inspection plan
Tweaking the plan his predecessor started, Mayor Lee Brand talked about his version of an apartment inspection plan for the first time. Brand introduced his proposal at a meeting of the Chamber of Commerce. He hopes this presents a balance between what is needed and what is fair. READ: Brand Inspection...
Brand unveils apartment inspection plan
Tweaking the plan his predecessor started, Mayor Lee Brand talked about his version of an apartment inspection plan for the first time. Brand introduced his proposal at a meeting of the Chamber of Commerce. He hopes this presents a balance between what is needed and what is fair. READ: Brand Inspection...