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
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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
Cooling Centers available in Madera during sweltering temperatures
**FREQUENTLY UPDATED** Due to anticipated excessive heat, City of Madera Cooling Centers will open…
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
Madera PD/ADA Council launch “Save the Space” campaign
Madera PD has teamed up with our local ADA Council to kick off our “Save the Space” campaign. The “Save the Space” program is aimed... 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
Citywide curbside cleanup program begins March 1
The Citywide Curbside Cleanup program assists residents in the removal of excess trash, rubbish, and other bulky items not collected during normal weekly service. ... 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
Annual leaf cleanup program begins January 11
Department of Public Works Streets Division personnel will begin the annual leaf cleanup program on Monday, January 11, 2021. The City is divided into ten... 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
Notice of council reorganization
The City Council of the City of Madera, at its Regular Meeting held on Wednesday, December 2, 2020, reorganized as follows: MAYOR SANTOS GARCIA... Read More
Holiday schedule for City offices and services
Most non-emergency departments and facilities of the City of Madera will be closed on the following regular business days for the Holiday Season: Thursday, December... Read More
City virtually breaks ground on Downtown Veterans and Family Housing Project
In keeping with safe distancing practices due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Madera virtually broke ground Tuesday morning by releasing a short video... Read More
‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign starts today in Madera
Throughout November, the Madera Police Department is joining agencies across the country, promoting the importance of wearing a seat belt in the car and keeping... Read More
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City of Madera announces the installation of 150 solar streetlights
The new lights are included as part of the first phase of an $18.8 million project that seeks to create a more environmentally conscious, energy-efficient... Read More
Measure R: Cannabis Business Tax Measure
On July 15, 2020 the Madera City Council passed a resolution submitting to the city voters a ballot measure to establish a business tax on... Read More