Ashley Swearengin, Mayor

It’s my pleasure to welcome you to the official website for the City of Fresno. I’m extremely proud to be Mayor of California’s sixth largest city, home to strong neighborhoods, good schools, beautiful parks, vibrant culture, and a rich entrepreneurial spirit. And, let’s not forget that Fresno boasts over 300 days of sunshine each year – which blesses us with one of the best year ‘round climates for outdoor activities anywhere in the country.

I hope you’ll take the time to learn more about our community and the exciting opportunities that await you here. Whether you’re a resident or a visitor, I think you’ll find that the city of Fresno has much to offer.

Sincerely,
Ashley Swearengin

	Mayor Swearengin Proposes Additional Tracking For Sex Offenders In City >>Watch Mayor Swearengin's Inauguration Address >>Watch >>Read
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	Mayor-elect Swearengin Unveils Downtown and Economic Development Team >>Watch Video

	Jan. 5, 2009 City Clarifies Homeless Encampment Cleanup Activity On Wednesday, January 7, the City of Fresno will begin the process of removing garbage that has accumulated in several locations south of the downtown area. It is important to note that NO INDIVIDUALS OR PERSONAL PROPERTY WILL BE REMOVED. The City, however, is faced with a tremendous health and safety issue with the recent population growth in those encampments-- in the area of Santa Clara between E and G Streets, and G Street and the Freeway 99 overpass. more>
	Dec. 31, 2008 Mayor-elect Swearengin Announces Additional Staff Appointments Mayor-elect Ashley Swearengin today announced appointments to her executive staff, and the City Manager’s office announced new appointments to the Communications Office (formerly the Public Affairs Office). While job titles and duties have been modified in some cases to clarify roles and improve organizational effectiveness, no additional staff positions have been added to the City of Fresno budget. “I believe we have assembled an outstanding team of professionals who will be able to hit the ground at full stride in January,” said Mayor-elect Swearengin. “Each one of these talented individuals brings impressive skills to their roles, and each of them is fully committed to moving Fresno into the ranks of California’s top-tier cities more>
	Dec. 30, 2008 Mayor-elect Swearengin Unveils Downtown and Economic Development Team; Updates Department Structure and Focus Mayor-elect Ashley Swearengin will hold a news conference at 10am this morning to announce the restructuring of the City of Fresno Economic Development Department, naming Craig Scharton to the top post of Downtown and Community Revitalization Director. Scharton will oversee a department more sharply focused on strengthening Fresno’s economy through an emphasis on downtown revitalization, improving urban neighborhoods and supporting locally-owned businesses. Scharton is a former Fresno city council member who currently serves as chief executive of the Central Valley Business Incubator, where he has raised $6 million in investment capital for locally-based businesses. more>