Madera begins $1.9M upgrade to wastewater facility
Madera has launched a $1.9 million upgrade to one of its most heavily used wastewater facilities, a project city officials say is part of a long-term effort to modernize core infrastructure and maintain dependable service for residents and businesses. The Fairgrounds Lift Station, south of Cleveland Avenue near the Madera Fairgrounds, moves about 30 percent […]
Council floats irrigation issues
After acknowledging the career and retirement of one of the City’s long-time fire fighters, members of the Madera City Council faced an agenda drowning in irrigation issues during its regularly scheduled meeting. Among the water laden items addressed were adoption of the Mitigated Negative Declaration, a budget amendment to the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan, […]
Council recognizes small businesses
The Madera City Council presented multiple proclamations to small businesses, as well as winners of the Old Timer’s Parade. Madera also recognized Veterans Day and presented one resident with a proclamation in thanks of their service. Members of the Big Valley Horseshoe league also petitioned Council members for their support in expanding their facilities with […]
Amid looming deficit woes, County still has much to celebrate
With the possibility of a growing operating deficit, Madera County Supervisors still found much to celebrate before addressing the pressing deficit issue by taking further steps to reduce the operational cost gap. Proclamations were given recognizing the retirement of two fire captains after decades of service, along with the crucial ambulatory services provided by the […]
Tech Trek students share experience with AAUW
Participants of this year’s Tech Trek joined the members of Madera’s local American Association of University Women to enjoy dinner and to share their university experience. At the private residence of one of the AAUW members, 10 select young women gathered with their families and the local women’s empowerment group Monday for a night of […]
County fills in big shoes left by predecessors
The Madera County’s Board of Supervisors chambers was filled Tuesday morning. Law enforcement officers from various departments, loved ones, and friends gathered to celebrate the ascension of three rising stars this week to new roles as they fill several vacancies made by former staff. Just as filled with individuals, the room was also filled with […]
Retiring CAO honored by Supes
The Madera County Board of Supervisors gave out multiple proclamations during a special meeting last week. A proclamation was given in recognition of Old Timers’ Week, and recognized Randy and Sheryl Berry as this year’s King and Queen, along with Chris Miller as the Grand Marshal. Another was given recognizing September as Workforce Development Month. […]
Council recognizes Old Timers Royalty
During its regular meeting, the Madera City Council recognized this year’s Old Timer royalty. A public hearing for the City’s 2024/25 Community Block Grant (CBDG) Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) and financial summary, subsequently receiving approval by the council, was also discussed at the September 17 meeting. As Madera celebrates Old Timer’s Day […]
Council approves upgrade for busy intersection
Traffic will soon run just a bit smoother for one busy intersection in Central Madera. Following the presentation of an updated intersection control evaluation report, City Council members directed staff to proceed with an upgrade that will significantly reduce congestion and risk of pedestrian injury for years to come. In a report conducted in conjunction […]
County receives Yosemite informational report
The Madera County Board of Supervisors were treated to a rare visit from the interim superintendent for Yosemite National Park at its regular meeting last week. With the intention of building a positive relationship with the park’s neighboring communities, Interim Superintendent of Yosemite National Park, Ray McFadden, made his way downhill to meet with the […]