City Attorney Contractor Funds Inquiry

At a glance

• What: Councilmember Arias reported public complaints that a contractor under the City Attorney's authority allegedly used public funds for campaign activities, which would be a violation.
• Where it stands: He requested an update; the City Attorney was on vacation on September 3. These are allegations stated in a report; no finding is recorded.
• Next: Arias expected an immediate response when the City Attorney returned; none is recorded.

Record

September 3, 2026: Councilmember Arias said he had requested an update from City Attorney Janz on the vendor's activities. The minutes do not name the vendor. The City Attorney's performance evaluation was a closed session item on September 17 (no announcements).

Sources

• City Council regular meeting minutes, September 3, 2026: https://legistar2.granicus.com/fresno/meetings/2026/9/4353_M_City_Council_26-09-03_Meeting_Minutes.pdf
• City Council regular meeting minutes, September 17, 2026: https://legistar2.granicus.com/fresno/meetings/2026/9/4354_M_City_Council_26-09-17_Meeting_Minutes.pdf

Log

2026-09-03 - City Council

Councilmember Arias requested an update from City Attorney Janz.