Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer, United Health Centers (UHC) CEO Colleen Curtis, District 5 Councilmember Luis Chavez and UHC Deputy CEO Justin Preas pose for a photo during a May clinic opening.

Mayor Jerry Dyer has tested positive for Covid-19 for a second time.

On Friday morning, Dyer posted to his Twitter page that he took two rapid at-home tests after experiencing cold-like symptoms on Thursday night.

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— Mayor Jerry Dyer (@MayorJerryDyer) May 20, 2022

“Unfortunately, both were positive. I have cancelled all appointments and events for the next few days. In the meantime, I intend to telework as there is much to do in advance of budget roll-out. At this time, I have very mild symptoms, but will continue following City of Fresno health protocols. Thank you for your understanding.” 

In November 2020, as mayor-elect, Dyer tested positive for Covid-19 after attending an event hosted by Fresno County Supervisor Steve Brandau, who also tested positive a few days after the event.

On Thursday, Dyer held a press conference at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo to announce the expansion of a program to give $10,000 free tickets to community youths and their families. Photos from the event show him unmasked near community leaders including Deputy Mayor Matthew Grundy, Brandau, Fresno City Council President Nelson Esparza, Fresno Center CEO Pao Yang and more.

He also attended a ribbon cutting Thursday for a new health clinic at Kings Canyon Road and Minnewawa Avenue in Fresno with Councilmember Luis Chavez and executives with United Health Centers.

“One Fresno Zoo Days” are back!!!

This year’s goal is to give away 10,000 tickets to youth and their families to visit the @FresnoZoo for FREE!

The tickets will be distributed through various community benefit organizations (CBOs) that serve local families. #OneFresnoFoundation pic.twitter.com/NdKfdOdeMF

— Mayor Jerry Dyer (@MayorJerryDyer) May 19, 2022