City of Clovis, California - Government

The annual Flag Day ceremony was held this morning in Old Town Clovis, and members of our Clovis City Council and Clovis Fire Department joined members of the community in the celebration of our nation’s flag. Thank you to the Clovis Elks Lodge No. 2599 and Scout Troop 257 for putting on this moving ceremony, made even more meaningful this year as we celebrate the 250th Anniversary of these United States. 🇺🇸 Thank you as well to State Assemblyman David Tangipa for his powerful speech and to the Clovis High Band for their beautiful performance!

This weekend in Clovis, farmers markets, flags, and freedom! For more info on these events and others coming up in Clovis, visit ClovisCA.gov/VisitClovis
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FRIDAY, JUNE 12

Friday Night Farmers Market
Old Town Clovis
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Organizer: Business Organization of Old Town (B.O.O.T.)

SATURDAY, JUNE 13

Saturday Morning Farmers Market
Old Town Clovis
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Organizer: Business Organization of Old Town (B.O.O.T.)

CVMD 80th Anniversary Celebration
Clovis Veterans Memorial District
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Organizer: Clovis Veterans Memorial District (CVMD)

SUNDAY, JUNE 14

Clovis Elks Lodge Flag Day Ceremony
Bullard & Pollasky, Centennial Plaza
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Organizer: Clovis Elks Lodge No. 2599

Please join us in thanking Chief Ekk for his service as he retires from our Clovis Fire Department and congratulating our incoming Fire Chief, Jason Ralls!

We are proud to announce the selection of Jason Ralls as the next Fire Chief of the Clovis Fire Department.

A nearly 30-year veteran of Clovis Fire, Ralls currently serves as Deputy Fire Chief and has held every rank within the department since joining in 1996. He will lead a team of 83 firefighters and 8 support staff while overseeing a $31.5 million budget.

Ralls succeeds Fire Chief Chris Ekk, who will retire on July 31 after three years as Fire Chief and a distinguished career in the fire service.

Please join us in congratulating Chief Ralls on this well-deserved appointment. We also extend our sincere gratitude to Chief Ekk for his dedicated leadership and service to the Clovis community and wish him a happy, healthy, and well-earned retirement.

With temperatures climbing, Sierra Vista Mall has partnered with the City of Clovis and the Clovis Fire Department once again to serve residents during periods of extreme heat!

Residents are welcome to stay cool at Sierra Vista Mall Monday through Saturday from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Sunday from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM on any day when the National Weather Service predicts Clovis temperatures to be 105 degrees or greater.

While there, participants can expect a cool environment and access to complimentary water at the customer service booth. Non-service animals are not allowed in the mall. The Sierra Vista Mall is located at 1050 Shaw Ave in Clovis.

Clovis Transit provides rides at no cost, and the mall can be accessed via Stageline's Green Route or through the use of our Round Up service. Additional details on transit stops and schedules can be found at ClovisCA.gov/Transit or by calling 559-324-2770.

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All Clovis residents are reminded to take the following safety precautions during extreme heat:

Slow Down - Strenuous activities should be reduced, eliminated, or rescheduled to the coolest time of the day. Individuals at risk should stay in the coolest available place, not necessarily at home.

Dress for Summer - Lightweight, light-colored clothing reflects heat and sunlight and helps your body maintain normal temperatures.

Eat Right - Fruits and vegetables help the body maintain an appropriate balance. Avoid fatty foods that can cause the body to increase metabolic heat production which increases water loss.

Stay Hydrated - Drink plenty of water or other non-alcoholic fluids. Your body needs to keep cool, and it’s important to drink fluids even if you don't feel thirsty. Persons who have epilepsy, heart/kidney or liver disease, are on fluid-restrictive diets, or have a problem with fluid retention should consult a physician before increasing their consumption of fluids.

Check on At-Risk Family/Friends - During extreme heat conditions, check twice a day on friends and family members who are elderly, medically fragile, or have limited access to adequate cooling.

Protect Your Pets - Bring pets inside during the hottest time of the day. Never leave pets in a parked car. Provide plenty of fresh water and shade for outdoor pets.

If you know an outstanding high school student who lives here in Clovis, encourage them to apply for our 2026-27 Clovis Youth Commission! Applications are open now, and we're looking for young voices to help us shape the future of Clovis!

The 2026-27 Youth Commission will consist of up to 21 high school sophomores, juniors, and/or seniors who will meet once a month from September 2026 - May 2027. Commissioners will learn about local government, take on an annual project of their choosing, and be coached by City Council Members and City staff to assist them in completing their mission.

Applications for the Clovis Youth Commission are open now, and applications and more information can be found at ClovisCA.gov/YouthCommission. The deadline to submit an application is June 19, 2026.

REMINDER: The Clovis City Council will meet this Monday evening, June 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chamber.

Members of the public are invited to attend in person or watch online (either live or after the fact) and can participate by providing public comment in person during the meeting or online by 4:00 PM prior to the meeting.

To view the agenda, download the packet with background information on each agenda item, watch the meeting, or submit a public comment, visit ClovisCA.gov/Agendas.

This weekend in Clovis, sip and stroll through Old Town! For more info on these events and others coming up in Clovis, visit ClovisCA.gov/VisitClovis
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FRIDAY, JUNE 5

Friday Night Farmers Market
Old Town Clovis
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Organizer: Business Organization of Old Town (B.O.O.T.)
Old Town Clovis

SATURDAY, JUNE 6

Saturday Morning Farmers Market
Old Town Clovis
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Organizer: Business Organization of Old Town (B.O.O.T.)
Old Town Clovis

Spring Wine Walk
Old Town Clovis
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Organizer: Business Organization of Old Town (B.O.O.T.)
Old Town Clovis

Today is election day for the Consolidated Statewide Primary Election!

Remember, the former Clovis City Hall voting location has moved to the William H. "Harry" Armstrong Transit Center, which is located at 785 Third Street next to our Senior Activity Center.

Extended Election Day Hours, Tuesday, June 2, 2026: 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM

You can find additional in-person vote centers as well as locations to drop off your completed ballot at VoteFresnoCounty.com or by calling (559) 600-VOTE

As part of our Bike Month celebration, we've put together a special map highlighting a few of the best bike paths into Old Town Clovis and some of the places you can lock your bike while visiting! Bike into Old Town for our Friday Night or Saturday Morning Farmers Markets, weekend events, or just to stop in and support our local businesses. By choosing to bike instead of drive, you'll get some great exercise, help improve our air quality by reducing emissions, and save yourself a few dollars on gas and a few minutes of your time finding a parking space – so let's get riding, Clovis!

Bike riders, what paths do you like to take into Old Town? We'd love to hear your recommendations in the comments for alternate paths and bike parking!

For more in-depth maps of our bike paths, bike lanes, and trails throughout Clovis, visit ClovisCA.gov/ATP