Summary
The council approved lowering speed limits in all city school zones to 20 mph to protect children and reduce pedestrian accidents. This proactive step aligns with state legislation and aims to curb speeding around sensitive school areas.
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Last discussed Feb 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
Signaling and sign replacement costs will be absorbed by the Public Works Department.
Students, parents, and pedestrians navigating school zones.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Fresno Becomes First California City to Lower School Zone Speed Limits
Fresno Becomes First California City to Lower School Zone Speed Limits California City News
Fresno Is First California City to Lower Speed Limit in School Zones
Fresno Is First California City to Lower Speed Limit in School Zones GV Wire
City Council — February 26, 2026
To protect children walking and biking to school, the city is moving forward with lowering speed limits around all school zones from 25 to 20 miles per hour.
City Council — February 26, 2026
The council approved lowering speed limits in all city school zones to 20 mph to protect children and reduce pedestrian accidents. This proactive step aligns with state legislation and aims to curb speeding around sensitive school areas.
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