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Selma readies tactical urbanism pilot near Selma High and seeks Safe Routes funding; residents press for cameras, bike lanes and calming measures

3027533 · April 17, 2025
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City staff briefed council on a tactical urbanism pilot at Thompson & Lewis to study traffic calming near Selma High as the city prepares to seek Fresno COG Safe Routes to School funds; residents urged cameras on buses, flashing signs, bike lanes and other measures.

The Selma City Council held an informational discussion April 15 about potential uses of Fresno Council of Governments Safe Routes to School funds and staff’s tactical urbanism pilot projects. Mayor Robertson said Fresno and Clovis will not apply for the current cycle, leaving smaller cities a better chance at funding; the COG subcommittee meets in a few weeks to set grant categories.

Acting City Manager Jerome Keane and Public Works Director Hahn described a tactical urbanism grant the city received (staff said it is “over $300,000”) and four pilot project locations. The…

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