FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer announced on Monday that he will run for a third term if a proposed ballot measure on term limits passes in November.<\/p>\n
The ballot measure would create a term limit of 12 years for both the mayor and city council members in Fresno. Right now, those positions have a limit of two consecutive four-year terms.<\/p>\n
“We have built an incredible amount of momentum in this city, and I want to continue with that momentum,” he said.<\/p>\n
Fresno City Council President Nelson Esparza is leading the efforts on a series of proposals, also including city funding and development spending.<\/p>\n
Dyer has been in office since 2021 and would be termed out in 2029 if the proposed measure does not make it to the November ballot, or if it fails.<\/p>\n
Fresno County and the City of Clovis do not have term limits.<\/p>\n
Some of Dyer’s biggest priorities as mayor so far include “Beautifying” Fresno, affordable housing and renovating the downtown and Chinatown areas.<\/p>\n
Dyer also noted the decrease in crime during his administration and bringing hockey back to the city with the Fresno Falcons.<\/p>\n
“I believe having frequent turnover in any organization, including local government, is not healthy,” he said.<\/p>\n
The Fresno City Council would have to approve the item on Thursday for it to appear on the November ballot.<\/p>\n
“I believe it will add stability to our local government,” Dyer said.<\/p>\n
This is a developing story. Stay with Action News for updates and reaction from other local leaders.<\/p>\n
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