City Council confirms Arnoldo Rodriguez as Madera’s new City Manager
During last night’s City Council meeting, the Madera City Council took action to confirm a contract appointing Madera native, Arnoldo Rodriguez, as the City of... Read More
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Madera City Council to vote on contract for new City Manager
The Madera City Council will consider a contract for its next City Manager on November 7, 2018. In June, 2018, the City retained Bob Murray... Read More
MCTC votes to approve funding for widening of SR99 from Ave 12 to Ave 17
Earlier today, the California Transportation Commission voted to approve state funding for the State Route 99 widening project from Avenue 12 to Avenue 17. Construction... Read More
NNO: Connect returns to Madera Fairgrounds October 18th, 2018 – Sponsored by Anthem BlueCross
The Madera Police Department and friends are happy to announce that National Night Out: Connect will take place on Thursday, October 18th, 2018. Come on... Read More
[CANCELED] NOTICE: Public hearing to consider draft ordinance regarding storm water quality management
Canceled Notice is hereby given that on Wednesday, the 17th day of October 2018, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 205 W 4th... Read More
Madera Parks “Stomp out Bullying” – Special Movies in the Park Event Planned Friday
The event, which will take place at Lion’s Town & Country Park, will feature special guest speakers and a free raffle (grade school–college students only)... Read More
Old Timers’ Day parade set to take over Yosemite Ave (Saturday, September 29)
The parade will include floats, marching bands, horses, dancers, classic cars and more..
Madera Police Department releases lip sync challenge video
The Madera Police Department has responded to a challenge issued by the Madera County Sheriff’s Office and the City of Chowchilla Police Department.
Development incentive programs officially a “go” in Madera
Developers and entrepreneurs alike now have new reason to think Madera when pursuing new business interests in the Central Valley. This comes as three new... Read More
Superhero-themed dance event planned for those with special needs
A superhero-themed dance for children with special needs is planned for July 14th in Madera. Calling all superheroes! Co-hosted by Madera Special Needs Sports &... Read More
Should the City build a pedestrian/bicycle bridge? (Granada & Riverview)
We need your input! The City is planning to build a pedestrian/bicycle bridge to provide access over the Fresno River, at N. Granada/Riverview Drive. The... Read More
City aims to stimulate local building activity with newly proposed incentive programs
The City of Madera is seeking community input for draft proposals of three new development incentive programs designed to bolster interest from developers and investors seeking... Read More
District Fair, City Parks Department Partner to Create “Fair Camp” for Madera Youth
In a new partnership, the Madera District Fair and Madera City Parks Department have joined forces to create a Kid’s Camp program geared towards bringing... Read More
UPDATE: Madera City Council Seeks Community Input as Recruitment for Next City Administrator Begins
***UPDATE*** Surveying has concluded. Survey responses and notes from the community stakeholders meeting that took place on 5/29/2018 are now available: Online Survey Responses... Read More
Community event set to commemorate Robert F. Kennedy’s visit to Madera days before assassination
In observance of the 50th anniversary of Robert F. Kennedy’s visit to the state’s agricultural heartland, residents and community leaders are teaming up to host... Read More
Olive Avenue widening project relocation plan available for review and comment
Overland, Pacific & Cutler, Inc. (OPC) has released the draft version of its latest relocation plan and is inviting the public to give its feedback. Click... Read More
Vision Leadership Academy brings students and city leaders together in Madera
The Madera Unified School District Career Technical Education Department in partnership with the City of Madera hosted its very first High School Citizens’ Academy. The... Read More
Mayor Medellin presents at Madera County EDC’s State of the County event
Watch Mayor Andrew Medellin deliver an update on the City of Madera during his State of the City presentation at the Madera County Economic Development... Read More
View the progress of your Measure K dollars at work
Voters approved Measure K in November of 2016, a half-cent sales tax increase to expand public safety services. The bond measure passed with over 80-percent... Read More
Residential curbside cleanup program to begin in March
The City of Madera’s Solid Waste Division is pleased to announce information about the 2018 Residential Curbside Cleanup Program. This year’s Cleanup Program will begin... Read More
New travel center plans now in review stage
Plans for the main features of the Madera Travel Center, projected for property at the intersection of Avenue 17 and State Route 99, have been... Read More
City of Madera’s fixed-route public transit service is expanding
Two new MAX bus stop signs grace the roundabout in front of Madera Community College Center (MCCC). They lay in wait as the City of... Read More
Annual leaf cleanup program to begin January 2
Department of Public Works personnel will begin the annual leaf cleanup on Tuesday, January 2, 2018.
Madera City Administrator announces retirement
After nearly 25 years of service, Madera City Administrator David Tooley has announced that he is retiring. Madera Mayor Andrew Medellin released a statement... Read More
MAX Bus Walmart stop to close beginning December 18th
The Walmart bus stop will be closed beginning December 18th, 2017.
District 2 Council Member Rodriguez named new Mayor Pro Tem
Councilman Jose Rodriguez was appointed mayor pro tem by unanimous vote during the annual reorganization of the City Council on Wednesday.
Water conservation rebates to increase in Madera beginning December 1st
The Madera City Council has approved an increase to the maximum rebate amounts offered to residents participating in the City’s residential water conservation program. Beginning... Read More
TRAFFIC ALERT: Road closures in effect tomorrow for Lighted Christmas Parade
The following streets will be closed on Thursday, November 30th, from the hours of 4:30-9:00pm for the annual Lighted Christmas Parade per the attached traffic... Read More
Madera Police Department awarded 3 officers by Attorney General Jeff Sessions
November 21, 2017 – WASHINGTON — Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Monday announced $98,495,397 in grant funding through the Department of Justice’s Office of Community Oriented... Read More
Madera Mayor Andrew Medellin declares November 25th Small Business Saturday
Mayor Andrew Medellin announced that the City will be continuing to participate in Small Business Saturday this year. Small Business Saturday, a campaign started in 2010... Read More