June 25, 2026 Fresno County Virtual Town Hall Meeting

The Fresno County Virtual Town Hall Meeting held on June 25, 2026, provided an overview of county services, budget challenges, and potential revenue options. County officials discussed the $5.3 billion budget, highlighting that only about $48 million is discretionary funding. Key topics included public safety expenditures, health and human services, infrastructure maintenance, and the impact of rising costs and slowed revenue growth. A significant procurement-related discussion focused on the proposal of a transient occupancy tax (TOT) for unincorporated areas, which could generate an estimated $4.5 million to support county services. The TOT would require a supermajority vote by the Board of Supervisors and approval by voters. Officials emphasized that TOT funds would remain local and be used to address growing service demands and funding pressures. Public questions addressed the distribution and use of TOT revenues and opportunities for community input during upcoming Board of Supervisors meetings.