Councilmember Miguel A. Arias, City of Fresno, District 3 This gratification allowed me to focus on my attention in helping improve Fresno Unified.
It is with humility, excitement, and a great sense of responsibility that I formally announce my candidacy for State Center Community College Trustee Area 5. After serving on the Mendota School Board a few years ago I felt personally fulfilled that I had done my small part in paying it forward to our younger generation, as those before us did for us. Additionally, it allowed me to volunteer my tim
06/08/2026
TODAY - Monday, June 8th, City of Fresno FY27 Budget Hearing: General Fund Overview, General Services, Information Services, Finance, and PARCS.
Zoom Link: tinyurl.com/CoFBudgetHearings27
Agenda & department presentations:
fresno.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
Review the Mayor's Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget at: fresno.gov/finance/budget/
Email comments to:
[email protected] or [email protected]
06/05/2026
ELM AVE - PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Fresno City Council will consider the proposed Plan Amendment and Rezone application for the property bounded by at Elm Avenue, Annadale Avenue, North Avenue, and State Route 41. Residents and community members are encouraged to attend and share input.
📅 Thursday, June 18, 2026
🕓 the item is scheduled to be heard at 4:00 p.m., or thereafter
📍 Fresno City Hall Council Chambers - 2nd floor (2600 Fresno Street)
Unable to attend? Submit your comments to the City Clerk at [email protected], before June 17th!
06/05/2026
Events happening this month in District 3!
06/04/2026
Caltrans removed an encampment on June 2nd located on State Route 99 south of Belmont Avenue in Fresno. During their work, Caltrans crews collected 0.5 cubic yards of debris. Affected individuals were offered services by our outreach partners.
Caltrans HQ California State Transportation Agency
06/02/2026
The City of Fresno budget hearings will begin next week, beginning June 8, 2026.
You can join in-person or virtually!
Zoom link:
tinyurl.com/CoFBudgetHearings27
Agenda & department presentations:
fresno.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
Review the Mayor's Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget at: fresno.gov/finance/budget/
Email comments to:
[email protected] or [email protected]
In March and April 2026, the District 3 Office held community budget meetings to provide updates on the progress made in our parks, infrastructure, housing, and public services. We appreciate all the input provided regarding your priorities for the district. If you were unable to participate, we encourage you participate in the hearings, or email your priorities to our office at [email protected] or give us a call at (559) 621-7832.
Fresno City Hall, 2nd Floor Council Chambers
2600 Fresno Street, Fresno, CA 93721
Over the past few weeks, we have seen a record amount of dark money pour into the District 3 Council race to replace me as I reach my term limit.
The question I hear repeatedly from constituents is: Why is there so much outside interest in this race?
The answer is simple. Industrial developers, SEDA, and Data Center interests want to return to the days when southern neighborhoods bore the burden of unchecked industrial growth—when existing residents subsidized new sprawl development and when corporate interests strain our water and power resources.
These outside groups, working through local political consultants and corporate campaign committees, are investing heavily because they see an opportunity to advance their agenda.
Voters should pay close attention to who is funding each campaign. If a candidate is financed by industrial interests, don't be surprised when they support an industrial agenda.
06/01/2026
📆Fresno City Council Meeting Reminder: Thursday, June 4th at 9:00 a.m.
Reunión del Concejo Municipal de Fresno: jueves 4 de junio a las 9:00 a. m.
💻 Watch online at: fresno.gov/council-meeting
Agenda: tinyurl.com/CoFJune4
📎2B: Fresno Yosemite International Airport Parking Lot Management Agreement
📎2J: McKinley & Blythe Complete Streets Project
Award a $2.7M Construction Contract
📎2M: Water Tower 3-Year Lease Agreement with Frida Cafe
📎2P: Marjaree Mason Center Service Agreement
📎2T: Application for the 5th Round of Funding for the Encampment Resolution Funding (ERF) Program
📎2U: Elevate Community Services Emergency Shelter Services at Valley Inn
📎2W: Ambassador Inn Lease Agreement with Elevate Services
📎2X: Purchase Contract for Parking Meter Equipment, Materials, Supplies, & Components
📎2Y: Poverello House Emergency Shelter Services at Village of Hope
📎2AA: Establish a 1-Year Pilot Entertainment Zone
in Downtown Fresno
*this is NOT an exhaustive list. To view the FULL agenda, visit tinyurl.com/CoFJune4
📝Submit comments to [email protected]
Questions? Call our office! (559) 621-7832 or [email protected]
05/29/2026
FREE family fun nights in District 3!
⭐️Bring your blankets, chairs, family, & friends for a family-friend night under the stars.
🍿We'll have the snacks available!
🎬All movies begin at 6:30 p.m.
Questions? Call us at: (559) 621-7832
05/29/2026
Best of luck, Edison-Bethune Charter Academy in your upcoming game!
05/27/2026
🌳Nielsen Neighborhood Park playground improvements are underway!
Crews have made significant progress over the last couple of weeks, improving park amenities, safety, and accessibility.
Park improvements include:
✅Playground tot lot replacement
✅Soft fall safety surface
✅New park benches & waste receptacles
✅ADA improvements
We look forward to welcoming the community back to the playground area to enjoy the new space!