Government & Politics

Assemblymembers to hold workshop on school retrofits

Details: Published on 02/28/2013 - 2:46 pm; Written by Business Journal staff

Assemblymembers Henry T. Perea and Nancy Skinner will host the second in a series of workshops tomorrow afternoon to hear recommendations from stakeholders experienced with school retrofits, Perea’s office said in a release.

City expands Enterprise Zone

Details: Published on 02/25/2013 - 2:04 pm; Written by Business Journal staff

The City of Fresno has expanded its State of California Enterprise Zone designation, adding sizeable areas in the eastern and southern parts of the city as well as smaller areas scattered across Central Fresno.

Sen. Michael Rubio resigns, takes Chevron gig

Details: Published on 02/22/2013 - 10:49 am; Written by Gabriel Dillard

Senator Michael J. Rubio (D-Bakersfield) announced today he is resigning his 16th district seat — which serves parts of Fresno, Kings and Tulare counties — and is accepting a job with Chevron as a governmental affairs manager.

Swearengin talks education, downtown at Alliant University

Details: Published on 02/20/2013 - 4:13 pm; Written by Ben Keller, The Business Journal

Fresno Mayor Ashley Swearengin spoke before a crowded room at Alliant International University today about education, downtown revitalization and other initiatives.

Sanger restores colorful entry signs

Details: Published on 02/19/2013 - 12:49 pm; Written by Business Journal staff

Sanger has restored its redwood entry signs. The City of Sanger has restored its three redwood “Nation’s Christmas Tree City” entry signs and will place them at three main thoroughfares leading into the city.

Costa asks Boehner, Pelosi to help avoid sequester

Details: Published on 02/18/2013 - 2:07 pm; Written by Business Journal staff

Rep. Jim Costa called on congressional leaders to introduce legislation to help avoid an impending sequestration that could be devastating to both the Valley’s and the nation’s economy.

Council approves recommendations for River West project

Details: Published on 02/15/2013 - 2:19 pm; Written by Michael Kincheloe

Hours of public comment followed by numerous explanations from city officials on procedure ended late Thursday with the Fresno City Council approving a list of recommendations for the River West project located on the north edge of the city.

Navy selects Lemoore for F35 fighter base

Details: Published on 02/14/2013 - 1:58 pm; Written by John Lindt

The U.S. Navy has given a preliminary nod to basing the West Coast squadron of the next generation of stealth fighters at Naval Air Station, Lemoore, rather than El Centro near San Diego.

Mayor: Layoffs planned over waste delay

Details: Published on 02/13/2013 - 2:52 pm; Written by Business Journal staff

Mayor Ashley Swearengin said today that City Manager Mark Scott will implement a “deeper layoff plan” over the next two weeks to deal with the financial challenges the city will face due to a delay in privatizing residential solid waste.