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The City Attorney’s Office represents and advises the Mayor, City Council, City boards and commissions, and City officials and departments in legal matters pertaining to their office and City operations, which include municipal utilities, airports, and public transportation systems.

The City Attorney’s Office prepares legal opinions, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and other documents requested by the Council and City organizations; implements the legal aspects of policies and programs established by the City; handles criminal prosecution as part of the Office’s code enforcement responsibilities; serves as counsel for the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency; defends the City in civil litigation; and monitors cases assigned to contract legal counsel.

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The City Attorney’s Office includes code enforcement, covering rental housing inspections, substandard housing, public nuisance and blight, vacant buildings, illegal dumping, tire dumping, conditional use permit and zoning violations, dangerous buildings, weed abatement, and the Neighborhood Revitalization Team.

Management Team

Andrew Janz
City Attorney

Andrew Janz was appointed City Attorney in December 2022 and oversees an office of 28 attorneys and 130 support staff including code enforcement employees.

Prior to joining the City Attorney’s Office, Andrew served at the Fresno County District Attorney’s Office where he was a Deputy District Attorney.  While there, Andrew prosecuted various types of cases including violent crimes and sexual assaults.  Before becoming a prosecutor, Andrew clerked for District Court Judge Carolyn Ellsworth in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Andrew attended Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles where he obtained his juris doctor degree.  During law school, Andrew served on Law Review and was a summer associate at Merleker and Mielke an international law firm in Berlin, Germany.  He is also a graduate of California State University, Stanislaus where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration.  During graduate school, Andrew was selected to attend former CIA Director Leon Panetta’s Institute of Public Policy in Monterrey, California.

Andrew is married to Heather Walker Janz who is a marriage and family therapist.  The two have a daughter, Wilhelmina Janz.  Andrew enjoys cooking Thai food for friends and family and watching English Premier League soccer.

Erica M. Camarena
Chief Assistant City Attorney

Erica manages the Code Enforcement division of the City Attorney’s Office. She supervises the managers of Code Enforcement, Rental Housing, and the Neighborhood Revitalization Team. She also oversees the Code Enforcement legal team, focusing on achieving compliance through agreements with property owners, administrative action, and court actions, including injunctions and petitions for receivership.

Erica earned her B.A. in Psychology from California State University, Fresno before graduating from San Joaquin College of Law.  Erica’s experience developed while clerking for the Fresno County District Attorney’s Office.  Her interest evolved into the area of entertainment contracts and Native-American Indian law while clerking in the legal department of Table Mountain Casino.  Formerly an Associate with the law firm of Weakley, Arendt & McGuire, Erica defended various municipalities in wrongful death and personal injury actions.

In addition to being active in civic and professional organizations, Erica has developed training materials and presented an MCLE course on issues having large impacts on litigation.  She works with the law school in hosting forums for prospective students; teaches Sunday School at church, enjoys traveling with her family, and is currently fostering children.

Raj Singh Badhesha
Chief Assistant City Attorney

Raj joined the City Attorney’s Office in 2012 and serves as Assistant with the Transactions Unit.  Raj’s primary practice areas include planning and land use, real estate, inter-agency contracting, municipal finance, elections law, and a broad range of related matters.  Raj is a graduate of Hastings College of the Law and holds a B.S. in Business Administration from California State University, Fresno.  Raj is a member of the Fresno County Bar Association, has served on the Fresno State Alumni Association Board of Directors, and is an alumnus of Leadership Fresno.  Prior to joining the City Attorney’s Office, Raj worked in the private sector as an associate with Baker, Manock & Jensen PC.

A native of Fresno, Raj spends his free time traveling, hanging out with family and friends, and traveling to hang out with family and friends.

Tina R. Griffin
Chief Assistant City Attorney

Tina R. Griffin is the Chief Assistant City Attorney assigned to the Litigation Unit.  She has served the Fresno City Attorney’s Office since 2006, specializing in employment litigation, personnel, and labor relations.  Prior to joining the City Attorney’s Office, Ms. Griffin practiced law in the private sector handling employment discrimination/civil rights litigation, employment defense litigation, and insurance defense litigation, for local (William J. Smith & Associates and Cooper & Hoppe), statewide (Lozano Smith), and national (Littler Mendelson) law firms.  Ms. Griffin graduated from Santa Clara University School of Law and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Human Resource Management from California State University, Fresno.  Ms. Griffin enjoys reading and traveling.  She and her husband keep quite busy with their three very active children: twins (boy and girl) and daughter, in sports (football, track, and basketball) and other activities.

Christina Roberson
Assistant City Attorney

Christina oversees the Code Enforcement division of the City Attorney’s Office, and supervises the legal team assigned to Code Enforcement. Christina pursues compliance through agreements with property owners, administrative action, and court actions, including injunctions and petitions for receivership.

Prior to joining the City, Christina was an associate at a firm specializing in criminal defense. Christina previously served as the President of Fresno County Women Lawyers and has taught as an Adjunct Professor at San Joaquin College of Law. Christina graduated from San Joaquin College of Law with high honors, after earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles.

Talia Kolluri-Barbick
Assistant City Attorney

Talia has served the Fresno City Attorney’s Office since 2011 and specializes in land use, planning, the California Environmental Quality Act, and related municipal matters. Prior to joining the City, she was a prosecutor for the Fresno County District Attorney’s Office and practiced insurance defense litigation in the private sector. She graduated from the University of Minnesota Law School, after earning a B.A. in History from the University of California, Santa Barbara.

She and her husband enjoy hiking, traveling, and are actively involved in the Fresno arts community.

Travis Stokes
Assistant City Attorney

Travis joined the City Attorney’s Office in 2018 after 15 years of private practice.  Prior to entering public service, he was an equity partner at a local law firm where he focused on general business litigation and employment law defense.  Travis has represented clients in numerous jury and bench trials, as well as in arbitrations and mediations.  He has also litigated cases before administrative agencies such as the Department of Fair Employment and Housing, Labor Commissioner, Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and the Employment Development Department.

Since transferring from the Code Unit to the Litigation Unit at the City Attorney’s Office, Travis has handled various legal matters for the Fresno Police Department as well as Administrative Hearings and criminal prosecution actions enforcing Fresno Municipal Code violations.  Moreover, he has provided legal assistance involving efforts to assist the City’s homeless.  Travis also works with Risk Management in defending civil litigation matters, as well as with Public Works in eminent domain actions.

A true Central Valley native, Travis graduated from Fresno State with a B.A. in Political Science and a minor in German Literature, as well as from San Joaquin College of Law.  He is a member of the Fresno County Bar Association, an advisor for the Citizens’ Public Safety Advisory Board, and is an alumnus of both Leadership Fresno and the Fresno Citizens’ Academy.  Travis spends his free time with his wife and children where they enjoy family camping trips, attending sporting events and dance recitals, and traveling as much as possible.

Brandon M. Collet
Supervising Deputy City Attorney

Brandon has served the Fresno City Attorney’s Office since 2013 and specializes in municipal transactions, public contracting, risk management, public agency negotiations, airport operations and is the advisor for the Capital Projects Oversight Board. Prior to joining the City, he practiced business defense litigation in the private sector. He graduated from the San Joaquin College of Law, after earning a B.A. in Economics from California State University, Fresno.

A Fresno native, Brandon spends his free time traveling and hanging out with family and friends.

Jenni DeRuosi
Supervising Deputy City Attorney

Jenni joined the City Attorney’s Office in 2016 in the Labor and Employment Division after practicing labor and employment in the private sector. Jenni consults with departments on disciplinary matters, represents the City is disciplinary appeals, reviews memoranda of understandings, handles grievance responses, handles Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and Department of Fair Employment and Housing responses, drafts and reviews personnel policies, advises on leave issues, oversees administrative investigations, trains City supervisors on investigations and due process, provides anti-harassment training to elected officials, and generally advises departments on labor and employment matters. Jenni oversees two Deputy City Attorneys in the CAO’s Labor and Employment Division.

Jenni is an alumnus of U.C. Berkeley (BA, Rhetoric) and San Joaquin College of Law (JD). Jenni enjoys spending time with her family at the beach and at Disneyland, running with her rescue dogs, and rooting on the San Francisco Giants.

Tracy Parvanian
Supervising Deputy City Attorney

Tracy joined the City Attorney’s Office in 2013 and specializes in housing, real estate, and a broad range of related matters.  Prior to joining the City, Tracy practiced insurance defense litigation in the private sector.  Tracy graduated from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego after earning a Bachelor’s Degree in International Business from Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana.  Tracy spends her free time with her husband and four children where they enjoy traveling and attending sporting events.

Public Records

The California Public Records Act (CPRA) is California state law that gives the public the right to inspect and copy most records retained by governmental agencies in the course of business. The CPRA regulates the public’s access to the records and contains limited statutory circumstances when records need not be disclosed.

The City department where the records are located is responsible for responding to requests for public records as the custodian of records. The City Attorney’s Office is frequently consulted to assist City staff in responses to requests.

Additional Information:
Frequently Asked Questions Under the California Public Records Act
Relevant Examples of Statutes that Exempt Information Contained in a Public Record from Disclosure
Public Records Request Portal

Election Issues

For City of Fresno election questions, please contact the City Attorney at (559) 621-7500

Cannabis Issues

In response to numerous questions regarding when the City will accept and issue licenses for cannabis businesses in Fresno, here is a brief summary of our status.

On December 13, 2018, Fresno City Council adopted the Cannabis Retail Business and Commercial Cannabis Business Ordinance, which sets out the permitting framework and regulatory requirements for Medicinal and Adult Use Cannabis businesses to eventually operate within the City for commercial activities such as cultivation, manufacturing, and distribution.  Read the ordinance.  This ordinance may be further refined by the City Council over the next several months.

Although the Cannabis Business License Tax has been approved and the Cannabis Retail Business and Commercial Cannabis Business Ordinance has been adopted, the City can not issue any Commercial Cannabis Business Permits to begin operating legally until the remaining components are completed. In addition, the City is establishing the application processes for licenses to be issued by the City.  Applicants who are issued licenses by the City will also need to complete the Conditional Use Permit process before they open.  And go through the standard planning and building permit process for any tenant improvements they may be constructing.

This web page will be updated on a regular basis to reflect these milestones as they are achieved.

Employment Opportunity

Eviction Protection Program (EPP)

The Eviction Protection Program (EPP) defends tenants renting an apartment or house in the City of Fresno from unlawful eviction. If the City determines a tenant is potentially facing unlawful eviction, the tenant may be eligible to receive a City-appointed attorney or legal services to assist in the judicial process at no charge. This program is open to any City of Fresno resident who is facing an unlawful eviction regardless of financial or documented status. Common reasons for unlawful evictions include the inability to pay rent because of income loss from COVID-19, retaliation for reporting code enforcement violations, discrimination, unlawful rent increases, and many more.

More information about the EPP
Spanish Más información sobre el EPP – Español
Hmong  Lus qhia ntxiv txog lub EPP – Hmoob
Punjabi ਈਪੀਪੀ ਬਾਰੇ ਵਧੇਰੇ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ – ਪੰਜਾਬੀ

Frequently Asked Questions About Evictions
Mobile Home Eviction Frequently Asked Questions

If you are behind in your rent because of COVID-19, click here to learn more about the Emergency Rental Assistance Program.

If you believe you are facing unlawful eviction, here are the ways to apply for the EPP:

  1. Submit the form below
  2. Print one of the questionnaires below and mail it to:
    City of Fresno City Attorney’s Office
    Attn: EPP
    2600 Fresno Street, Room 3076
    Fresno, CA 93721
  3. Call (559) 621-8400, and say you would like to be screened for the Eviction Protection Program.
  4. Come in person to City Hall:
    Code Enforcement
    2600 Fresno Street, Room 3076
    Fresno, CA 93721

Residential Tenant Questionnaire

Tenant Intake Questionnaire – English
Tenant Intake Questionnaire – Spanish
Tenant Intake Questionnaire – Hmong
Tenant Intake Questionnaire – Punjabi

Please answer the following questions to provide initial information to the City Attorney’s Office about a potential eviction you may be facing. This questionnaire is the first step in allowing the City of Fresno to determine whether you may be eligible for potential direct legal representation under the City’s Eviction Protection Program. Completion of this questionnaire does not create an attorney-client relationship, and the City is not representing you in your eviction proceedings.

All information provided by you in this questionnaire is only for the purposes of determining your eligibility to participate in the Eviction Protection Program (“EPP”) only.

Residential Tenant Questionnaire
Name
Name
First
Last
Address
Address
City
State/Province
Zip/Postal
How long have you lived there?
$
Do you have a written lease agreement with your landlord?
Do you have a copy of the lease agreement?
Have you received any paperwork from your landlord?
Do you owe rent?
$
Is the reason you have not paid rent due to COVID related reason? (job loss, lower hours, illness, etc.)?
$
Are you experiencing any problems with the place you live?

Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing

City of Fresno Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing

To protect residents from the health hazards of second or third-hand smoke exposure, the Fresno City Council adopted a comprehensive ordinance that includes multi-unit housing. Effective January 1, 2022, smoking will be prohibited in 100% of all multi-unit housing including common interest complex (condos, planned unit developments, and co-ops) units. Residents are still allowed to smoke in their private patios and balconies.

SECTION 10-2002. SMOKING RESTRICTIONS.

(a) Effective January 1, 2022, smoking is prohibited anywhere on the premises of a multi-unit rental property, including units, common areas, and other outdoor areas.

(b) Notwithstanding subsection (a), smoking is permitted in designated smoking areas if they meet the following conditions:

(1) It is an exclusive use outdoor area; or

(2) It is an unenclosed enclosed area at least 20 feet from

(i) Outdoor recreation area such as a tennis court, swimming pool, or picnic area; or

(ii) Outdoor area primarily used by children such as a playground; or

(iii) Doorway, entryway into a unit or common area, ventilation system, window, or air conditioner unit.

(3) Designated smoking areas other than exclusive use outdoor areas must have a clearly marked perimeter, and be identified by conspicuous signs.

(c) No person with legal control over any nonsmoking area of a multi-unit rental property shall permit smoking in the nonsmoking area, except as provided in subsection (b).

(d) No person with legal control over a common area in which smoking is prohibited by this Ordinance or other law shall permit the presence of ashtrays, ashcans, or other receptacles designed for or primarily used for disposal of smoking waste within the area.

[Click Here to view the full ordinance]

Property Owner/Managers Have the Following Obligations:

  1. Not allow people to smoke in nonsmoking areas (10-2002(c), 10-2004(d))
  2. Posting of “No Smoking” signage in common areas consistent with the signposting requirements of City of Fresno Ordinance No. 2021-045.
  3. All potential tenants after January 1, 2022, must be notified about the ordinance at the time of application. See the attached Notification Letter to Tenants.
  4. All new leases initiated after January 1, 2022, must include non-smoking provisions. Lease Clause Prohibiting Smoking.
  5. All existing tenants must be notified of the new ordinance by providing a copy of the Ordinance Brochure no later than January 1, 2022 and must be offered a voluntary no-smoking lease addendum by property owners/managers. Voluntary Lease Addendum.
  6. Disclosure about the ordinance must be included in all condominium sales contracts after January 1, 2022.
  7. Provide notice to violating tenants of landlord’s knowledge of the violation and consequences for continued violation (10-2004(e)) [Tenants Courtesy Notice]

Tenant Resources

We encourage members of the public to follow the steps we have outlined below.

Step 1: Prior to reporting to the City of Fresno, it is recommended to first speak with your neighbor to see if the issue can be addressed.

Step 2: If the issue persists, report to your property management and document in writing your communication to management or your landlord.

Step 3: If no action is taken, residents can report smoking within units to the City in the following ways:

  • FresGo
  • 3-1-1 One-Call-Center
  • Or by calling our City Attorney’s Office, Code Enforcement Division at (559) 621-8400

Contact Info for City Enforcement

The City of Fresno has multiple options in which the public can report violations of the Smoke Free Multi-Unit Housing Ordinance. Below are the options available:

  • FresGo
  • 3-1-1 One-Call-Center
  • Or by calling our City Attorney’s Office, Code Enforcement Division at (559) 621-8400

FAQ’s

Definition of “Multi-unit rental property”.

“Multi-unit rental property” means residential property containing two or more rental units where the majority of the units, whether rental or not, share at least one common wall with an adjacent unit.

Definition of “Unit”

“Unit” means a residential rental unit in a multi-unit rental property, excluding any associated exclusive use outdoor area.

What is a common area?

“Common Area” means every area of a multi-unit rental property that residents of more than one unit are entitled to enter or use, including, but not limited to, halls, pathways, lobbies, courtyards, elevators, stairs, community rooms, playgrounds, gym facilities, swimming pools, parking garages, parking lots, grassy or landscaped areas, restrooms, laundry rooms, cooking areas, and eating areas.

Does this apply to individual patios and balconies?

No, the ordinance does not apply to individual patios and balconies. Patios and Balconies are considered “Exclusive Use Outdoor Areas”, meaning that the occupants of the unit are allowed to smoke there. However, smoking is only allowed in EUOAs if it is accessible solely by the occupants of that unit. Examples of EUOAs are: private balcony, deck, porch, or patio.

What are the definitions of “smoke” and “smoking”?

“Smoking” means:

1) Inhaling, exhaling, or burning, any tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, or plant product, whether natural or synthetic; and

2) Carrying any lighted, heated, or activated tobacco, nicotine, or marijuana, or plant product, whether natural or synthetic, intended for inhalation; or

3) Using an “electronic smoking device.”

Is the use of e-cig permitted and medical marijuana allowed in areas where smoking is prohibited?

Smoking is prohibited anywhere on the premises of a multi-unit rental property, including units, common areas, and other outdoor areas.

How do I report a smoking violation?

Residents can report smoking within units to the City in the following ways:

  • FresGo
  • 3-1-1 One-Call-Center
  • Or by calling our City Attorney’s Office, Code Enforcement Division at (559) 621-8400

Does a landlord or HOA have to enforce the smoking laws?

Landlords and HOA have to post signs and enforce no smoking policy

Does the City enforce the ordinance?

Please refer to SECTION 10-2007 in the ordinance regarding penalties and enforcement.

Training

Policies

Policies are resolutions adopted by the City Council that provide for legal structure, limitations, and organization of the City.

Appointing Authority and Responsibility

Purpose:  Sets forth charter authority for appointment and removal of employees
Affected Departments:  All
Relevant Reporting Dates: None

Asset Management Act

Purpose: To create a comprehensive strategy for City real estate assets and develop and efficient management model of City real property assets on a long-term basis.
Affected Departments: Public Works, City Manager
Relevant Reporting Dates: None

Better Business Act

Purpose: Provide for uniform due diligence and oversight on private projects seeking City financial assistance of more than $1 million.
Affected Departments: City Manager, City Attorney
Relevant Dates/Events: Annual report by City Manager (in conjunction with the City Attorney’s Office) on status and progress of all private sector projects receiving more than $1 million in City assistance.

Concealed Weapons Act

Purpose: To support issuance of concealed weapons permits by the Chief of Police consistent with the procedures set forth in the Penal Code.
Affected Departments: Police
Relevant Reporting Dates: None

Construction Management Act

Purpose: To provide policies and practices to improve City construction planning and management for both General Fund and Enterprise Capital Projects, with more focus on those exceeding $10 million.
Affected Departments: Finance, Public Works, City Manager
Relevant Reporting Dates: City Manager shall provide annual audit of projects exceeding $10 million, annual inventory of all City owned and leased facilities, and annual update of long-term facilities plan.

Council Code of Conduct

Purpose: To increase public confidence in City government, assist Councilmembers with decision-making, and encourage high standards of behavior by Councilmembers
Affected Departments: Council Offices, City Manager, Mayor’s Office, City Attorney
Relevant Reporting Dates: None

Council Communication Policy

Purpose: To allow Councilmembers, the Mayor, City Manager, and City staff to communicate with the City Attorney openly regarding legal matters that may ultimately come before Council and allow the City Attorney discretion regarding sharing of such information and on when it is shared with the full Council.
Affected Departments: Council Offices, Mayor’s Office, City Attorney’s Office, City Manager and all City Departments
Relevant Reporting Dates: None

Council Management and Transparency Policy for City Attorney’s Office

Purpose: To set forth financial and administrative reporting requirements for the City Attorney’s Office.
Affected Departments: City Attorney’s Office
Relevant Reporting Dates: April (annually) – provide annual City Attorney’s report. Quarterly – provide service and litigation log.

Council Orientation Act

Purpose: To better prepare incoming Council members for service through a carefully constructed curriculum of workshops, meetings with department heads, meetings with other agencies that work closely with the City, and site visits to City facilities.
Affected Departments: Council Offices
Relevant Reporting Dates: None

Council Public Accessibility Act

Purpose: To extended access and electronic participation by the public in council meetings.
Affected Departments: Council Offices, Mayor’s Office, City Attorney’s Office, City Manager, and all City Departments
Relevant Reporting Dates: None

Council Residency Act

Purpose: Provide criteria for establishing residency of Council Members and Council candidates.
Affected Departments: Council Offices, City Clerk
Relevant Reporting Dates: Between December 1 and December 31 of each year, Council Members must submit required documentation to City Clerk.

Economic Expansion Act (Amended 3/21/2019)

Purpose: To provide economic incentives and facilitate citywide economic expansion.
Affected Departments: City Manager, City Attorney, Development and Resource Management
Relevant Reporting Dates: City Manager shall provide annual reports to the Council as part of the annual report required by the Mitigation Fee Act.

Enterprise Accountability and Oversight Act

Purpose: To improve the management of enterprise department capital projects in the City.
Affected Departments: City Manager, Public Utilities, Airports, FAX, Convention Center
Relevant Reporting Dates: City Manager shall provide semi-annual progress reports to the Council on enterprise capital projects valued in excess of $1 million.

Fiscal Sustainability Policy

Purpose: To address short-term and long-term budget challenges.
Affected Departments: City Manager, Personnel, Budget, Finance, Retirement
Relevant Reporting Dates: None

Infill Development Act

Purpose: To provide policy guidelines to successfully implement infill development.
Affected Departments: City Manager, Development and Resource Management, Public Works
Relevant Reporting Dates: Annually – update inventory of vacant land and underutilized property.

Labor Management Act

Purpose: Establish a policy to standardize and reinforce best practices for labor management policies for the City of Fresno, and to improve fiscal accountability and transparency in City government.
Affected Departments: Personnel, City Manager, Retirement, City Attorney
Relevant Reporting Dates: July (annually) – City Manager to present Annual Labor Relations Report. Fiscal Impact Report to be provided to City Council along with any new/successor MOU approval requests. Any changes or side letters affecting existing MOUs having a fiscal impact on the budget requires City Council approval, with City Manager to present a detailed analysis including the net fiscal impact.

Litigation Management Act

Purpose: To develop policies and best practices that ensure efficient management and handling of litigation cases with the intent of reducing litigation expenses for the City.
Affected Departments: City Attorney’s Office, Personnel/Risk Management
Relevant Reporting Dates: (Same as Council Management and Transparency Policy for City Attorney’s Office.) April (annually) – provide annual City Attorney’s report. Quarterly – provide service and litigation log.

Redevelopment Improvement Act

Purpose: To set forth administrative policies and procedures for evaluation and oversight of private sector proposals requesting more than $1 million in Agency financial assistance.
Affected Departments: Successor Agency, City as Housing Successor to the former Redevelopment Agency
Relevant Reporting Dates: None

Reserve Management Act

Purpose: Develop reasonable, comprehensive, fund balance/reserve management policies for the City and to comply with Government Accounting Standards Board Statement No. 54, Fund Balance Reporting and Governmental Fund Type Definitions.
Affected Departments: Finance, Budget, Public Utilities, Development and Resource Management, Personnel/Risk Management, General Services Department, Information Services Department, Public Works, Retirement
Relevant Reporting Dates: August (annually) – Controller shall prepare comprehensive report on City’s fund balance reserve types as of the prior June 30. Every five years – City Manager to make recommendations to Council regarding fund balance reserve policies during annual budget hearings.

School Liaison Act

Purpose: To improve communications between the City and school governing boards and to promote coordination and cooperation.
Affected Departments: Council Offices, Mayor’s Office, City Manager, Development and Resource Management, Public Works, FAX, Police, Fire, Parks, City Attorney
Relevant Reporting Dates: Annually or as-needed, Subcommittee Chairperson shall report results of subcommittee meetings to Council. Annual joint meeting with school boards.

Streetlight Funding Act

Purpose: To identify funding sources, policy priority, and implementation of a proactive citywide streetlight theft deterrent concrete encasement program.
Affected Departments: Budget, Public Works
Relevant Reporting Dates: None

Taxpayer Protection Act

Purpose: Establish and maintain effective debt management of the City’s financial resources.
Affected Departments: Finance, Budget
Relevant Reporting Dates: Controller shall annually prepare a Comprehensive Annual Debt Report and present to Council following completion of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and preferably before Mayor’s submission of proposed budget.

Transparency in City Government Act

Purpose: To improve transparency in City government by providing disclosure of City employees’, elected officials’, and professional consultants’ compensation. Also prohibits bonuses and regulates employment contracts for non-represented officials and employees.
Affected Departments: Personnel, City Manager, City Attorney, Budget
Relevant Reporting Dates: By June 1 annually (when Mayor’s proposed budget provided to Council) – Annual Employee/Official Compensation Disclosure Reports to be published and made available to Council, as pre-condition of approving annual City budget. The Consultant Disclosure Report and the executive employee/elected official salary comparison to comparable cities matrixes also to be provided by June 1 annually (when Mayor’s proposed budget provided to Council). During the annual budget presentation hearings, City Manager to make a presentation to Council and provide a written report outlining all of the reporting required by the Act.

Water Conservation Act

Purpose: Develop policies and practices that will conserve water usage by all City water customers and provide better overall management of City water resources.
Affected Departments: Public Utilities
Relevant Reporting Dates: None