West Fresno Housing Development & Affordability

Expressed frustration that Southwest Fresno residents are not adequately notified or included in planning decisions, and stated that community members do not want projects built without local consent.

Questioned the affordability levels of the proposed apartment project, noting that true affordable housing needs to serve people at 30% or below median income to help elderly residents on fixed incomes facing homelessness.

Returned to speak during public comment to reiterate that $1,500 rent is too high for elderly residents in Southwest Fresno living on fixed Social Security incomes.

Echoed concerns about housing costs, expressing frustration that public comments are heard but planning decisions appear pre-determined.

Stated opposition from Southwest Fresno, highlighting that community meetings are lacking and that elderly residents are struggling with the rising cost of living.

Criticized the commission's decision-making process and urged commissioners to exercise greater diligence when evaluating community impacts.