Frank Lopez<\/a><\/p>\nThe Fresno City Council unanimously approved the City of Fresno\u2019s fiscal year 2027 budget on Tuesday, adopting a $2.56 billion spending plan that city leaders say prioritizes public safety, infrastructure improvements, neighborhood investment and economic development.<\/p>\n
The budget received a 7-0 vote following public comment and discussion by council members.<\/p>\n
According to city officials, the FY2027 budget includes approximately $546.41 million in general fund spending, $1.12 billion in enterprise and internal service funds and $891.97 million from special revenue sources and grants.<\/p>\n
Mayor Jerry Dyer said the budget was developed during a challenging fiscal year while maintaining city services and preserving employee positions.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am pleased to receive another 7-0 council vote in support of the FY27 budget,\u201d Dyer said. \u201cThis budget prioritizes public safety, paving neighborhood streets, and beautifying the Tower District and downtown area.\u201d<\/p>\n
Dyer added that the city approved a balanced budget without layoffs or reductions to employee pay and benefits.<\/p>\n
Public safety, infrastructure investments<\/p>\n
A significant portion of the budget is dedicated to public safety and infrastructure projects throughout Fresno.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Funding includes two firefighter drill schools, construction of a new Fire Training Center and the addition of another Homeless Assistance Response Team (HART) to address issues related to the unhoused population.<\/p>\n
The city also plans to invest $75 million in street and sidewalk construction projects and nearly $700,000 for freeway trash removal efforts.<\/p>\n
According to the city, the budget allocates approximately $1 billion toward 470 major capital projects planned across Fresno.<\/p>\n
Neighborhood, community improvements<\/p>\n
The spending plan includes several investments aimed at neighborhood enhancement and community services.<\/p>\n
Among the projects are $1 million for sidewalk beautification efforts in the Tower District and downtown Fresno, expansion of the Utility Box Art program into those areas, and $500,000 to acquire land and design a new park near Addams Elementary School.<\/p>\n
The budget also includes funding to plant 1,000 new trees during FY2027 and $3.3 million for tree trimming operations, which city officials said will support a 10-year maintenance cycle.<\/p>\n
Additional funding includes $1.8 million for the city\u2019s Eviction Protection Program and $1.9 million to support residential infill housing development.<\/p>\n
Support for community programs<\/p>\n
The adopted budget provides funding for several community-based initiatives, including $2 million in grants to First Five California to support an early learning initiative championed by Council Vice President Tyler Maxwell.<\/p>\n
Advanced Peace, a violence intervention program, will remain fully funded during FY2027, with city officials noting funding will also remain available into FY2028.<\/p>\n
The budget also includes $825,000 for nonprofit-led spay and neuter programs, including a $300,000 matching contribution from Dogwood Animal Rescue.<\/p>\n
Council President Nelson Esparza said the budget reflects the city\u2019s commitment to investing in neighborhoods while maintaining fiscal stability.<\/p>\n
\u201cFresno residents deserve a budget that invests in their neighborhoods, protects essential services, and prepares our city for the future,\u201d Esparza said in a statement. \u201cThis budget builds on that momentum through historic investments that strengthen our communities, support long-term economic vitality, and position our city for continued success.\u201d<\/p>\n
The adopted FY2027 budget and Budget Reconciliation Summary are available on the City of Fresno\u2019s website<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\nCity officials will begin implementing the spending plan at the start of the new fiscal year.<\/p>\n
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