Parks Department unveils new exercise amenities with ‘Walk The Trail Days’
The City’s Parks & Community Services Department hosted two special “Walk the Trail Days” events during the month of April, where the wraps were officially... Read More
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City of Madera to host pandemic-delayed Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for new fire station
Fire Station No. 58, a new $6.5 million project funded by Measure K, a half-cent public safety sales tax passed by voters in 2016, is... Read More
The ribbon has been cut on a new affordable housing development in Downtown Madera
The City of Madera, in partnership with The Pacific Companies, MORES, and the Madera Chamber of Commerce, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, March 22nd... Read More
City of Madera awarded $832K through Clean California Local Grant Program
The grant will fund local beautification and improvement projects along the Fresno River and the cross-city Vernon McCullough River Trail The California Department of... Read More
Madera Kiwanis partner with City, County, and others in bid to bring back Fireworks Show
The Greater Madera Kiwanis Club is seeking to revive a city-wide Fourth of July celebration that will include a community fireworks display. The club recently... Read More
Renovations in the works at Lion’s Town & Country Park
LEFT: City workers complete a drought-tolerant makeover in front of Lion’s Town & Country Park. RIGHT: Major field renovations are coming soon. Several major... Read More
Free at-home COVID-19 test kits are now available to order via USPS
The U.S. Postal Service is now taking orders for the government’s free at-home coronavirus test kits. Every home in the United States is eligible... Read More
City of Madera awarded $1.9 million Statewide Park Development Grant for Olive Avenue Park Project
The grant will fund the construction of a new neighborhood park at the intersection of Olive Avenue and Knox Street. The California State Department... Read More
Three families receive keys of homeownership just in time for Thanksgiving
The City of Madera and Habitat for Humanity Greater Fresno Area (Habitat) held a joint news conference on Friday, November 19, 2021, to officially dedicate... Read More
Pedestrian hybrid beacon activated at Stadium Road and Gary Lane
The new Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB) recently installed at Stadium Road and Gary Lane was activated earlier today. Also known as a HAWK signal, a... Read More
City of Madera begins redistricting process
Get involved! Learn more at www.madera.gov/redistricting.
New signs added along Gateway to commemorate Historic US Route 99
The new signage highlights the historic US Route 99, which runs through the heart of the City of Madera MADERA, CA – The City... Read More
Madera Pomegranate, Fruit & Nut Festival to return November 6
The 10th annual Madera Pomegranate, Fruit, and Nut Festival will take place on Saturday, November 6 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Madera... Read More
Construction on SR 99 widening project through Madera nears completion
The project runs the 8-mile commercial corridor in the heart of the City of Madera, the busiest segment of SR99 in Madera County. Music to... Read More
2nd Habitat for Humanity home dedication held for displaced Madera family
The City of Madera and Habitat for Humanity Greater Fresno Area (Habitat) held a joint news conference August 30th to officially hand over the keys of... Read More
Kids rejoice! Inclusive playground at Centennial Park is officially reopened
The City is pleased to announce that the Centennial Park Playground located at 701 E 5th Street (formerly known as Swimming Pool Park) has reopened.... Read More
City’s partnership with local non-profit turns empty lots into new housing for families
The City of Madera and Habitat for Humanity Greater Fresno Area (Habitat) held a joint news conference Wednesday morning to officially hand over the keys... Read More
City officially recognizes Pride Month, Juneteenth for first time in city history
The Madera City Council passed two proclamations during the month of June intended to recognize and celebrate Madera’s diverse culture. During June, the Madera City... Read More
New funding available for utility and rent assistance
Two organizations were awarded funds to assist Madera residents with past due utility bills and rent if they experienced financial hardship due to Covid-19. City... Read More
City of Madera partners with Madera Irrigation District for water project
MID Board of Directors and City Council Members next to the newly installed Golf Course Recharge Basin sign. (From left front row: Council Member Anita... Read More
City receives Highway Safety Improvement Program Cycle 10 funding
Senate Bill 137, effective October 8, 2019, added Section 182.85 to the Streets and Highways Code that authorizes Caltrans to allow up to $100 million... Read More
Madera PD Holding DUI/DL Checkpoint April 24th
Madera Police Department will hold a DUI/DL Checkpoint on April 24th from 7:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the Madera city... Read More
Sidewalk and pedestrian safety improvement projects underway
Sidewalk and pedestrian safety improvement projects are currently underway in several locations throughout the city. Sidewalks are currently being installed along the south side of... Read More
COVID-19 rent relief now available to income-eligible households
Rent relief is now available to income-eligible households who need financial assistance for unpaid rent and utilities through the CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program. If... Read More
Live and on-demand streaming of City Council meetings available
To foster improved community engagement and promote open and transparent decision-making by Council, the City began streaming and archiving video of City Council meetings in... Read More
MPD and City Council team up to feed healthcare workers
Healthcare workers on the front lines are working long, hard hours amid the Covid-19 pandemic – some pulling extra shifts without even stopping to eat.... Read More
New sidewalks coming to Central Ave, E & 3rd Streets
The project consists of the installation of sidewalks in the area bounded by Gateway Drive, Central Avenue, E Street, and 3rd Street. A solar-powered, pedestrian-activated... Read More
‘Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign begins Dec. 23
This holiday season, the Madera Police Department wants to remind the public about the importance of being safe and sober when you are driving. While... Read More
Madera City Council seeks to fill District 5 vacancy
Residents who would like to serve on the Madera City Council have until 5:00 p.m. Jan. 12, 2021, to apply for an open seat. On... Read More
New state-of-the-art fire station opens in Madera
Fire Station No. 58, a new $6.5 million project funded by Measure K, a half-cent public safety sales tax passed by voters in 2016, is... Read More