Despite facing a projected $2.8 billion deficit, Gov. Gavin Newsom’s budget proposal for next year includes the remaining $100 million pledged for infrastructure upgrades in downtown Fresno.
The proposal, filed as legislation last week, has a long path ahead as lawmakers work to approve a balanced 2026-2027 budget by the June 15 deadline. But if the money for downtown Fresno remains, it would be the final installment of the $250 million Newsom promised the city in 2023.
The city needs the funds to install infrastructure that accommodates the housing boom leaders are hoping for as downtown awaits the arrival of a California High-Speed Rail station. City officials also announced Tuesday they have started working with the United Soccer League to bring a new stadium and professional team to downtown…