District 2 Council Member· 2025–2029
Mike Karbassi
Fresno
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 34
- Total speaking time
- 7:09:19
- Avg per meeting
- 12:38
- Segments
- 8768
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Top issues during term (9)(Business Jobs)
Tobacco Retailer Licensing and Enforcement
Generates approximately $75,000 annually from license fees to help offset enforcement costs, heavily subsidized by a state/federal grant.
Tower District Public Safety and Vending Pilot Program
The pilot runs 90 days; costs include added lighting, cameras, mobile light towers, and police overtime, not itemized at the meeting.
Child Care Affordability and Access Crisis
Involves a proposed $3.5 million allocation for childcare grants and program support.
City Employee Vacancies and Recruitment Challenges
Vacant positions generate salary savings used to balance the municipal budget.
Childcare Access and Affordability Crisis
Includes a proposed $3.5 million grant allocation to support child care infrastructure and subsidies.
Downtown Entertainment Zone Pilot Program
Costs will be absorbed through special event permit processes and participant fees, with a 10-month review period to evaluate program efficacy.
United Soccer League Stadium Partnership
Potential public-private partnership with unknown city financial exposure during the study period.
Competitive Bidding Process and Appeal Reform
Implementation will require Information Services Department and City Clerk staff time and potential resource allocation for portal development.
Childcare Access and Family Affordability Crisis
Includes a proposed $3.5 million grant allocation to support child care infrastructure and subsidies.
Decisions during term (0)
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