Porterville

City of Porterville announces organizational realignment to advance organizational excellence

Posted on by Valley Voice Contributor

The City of Porterville has implemented several internal organizational changes designed to strengthen customer service, improve operational efficiency, and better align City services with the needs of residents, businesses, and the community. Effective July 1, 2026, Code Enforcement has transitioned from the Fire Department to the Planning & Engineering Department. Business Licensing has transitioned from […]

Porterville residents allege dirty dealings in waste management privatization talks

Posted on by Catherine Doe

Porterville’s City Council discussed privatizing the city’s trash services on April 21, introducing the idea to the public for the first time — but not to a group of major players. Visalia, Tulare, Hanford, and Porterville’s garbage services are currently handled owned and operated by city governments. According to the agenda packet, “The Refuse Division […]

California FPPC complaint filed against Porterville councilmember AJ Rivas

Posted on by Catherine Doe

Porterville Resident Brock Neeley has filed a California Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) complaint against Porterville City Councilmember AJ Rivas for not disclosing an economic interest on his California Form 700. Rivas was elected in November 2024 to represent District 3. “Every elected official and public employee who makes or influences governmental decisions is required […]

Porterville Armory emergency shelter closing at the end of February

Posted on by Valley Voice Contributor

The Porterville Armory, which has served as an emergency shelter since the 2023 flood disaster by providing temporary housing and basic services for displaced individuals and families will be closing at the end of February. As part of the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget process, the Porterville City Council approved the remaining one-time General Fund allocation […]

City of Porterville to Host 2025 State of The City Address at Porterville Chamber’s First Friday Coffee for December

Posted on by Yuriko Velarde

The City of Porterville is proud to continue the tradition of sponsoring the Porterville Chamber of Commerce’s “First Friday Coffee” event on Friday, December 5, 2025, beginning at 7:00 AM. The event will be held at the Galaxy Theatre, located at 631 N. Indiana St., Porterville, CA. Mayor Greg Meister will deliver the highly anticipated 2025 State of the […]

CITY OF PORTERVILLE ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF INTERIM CHIEF OF POLICE BOBBY RADER

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A press release from the City of Porterville The City of Porterville is pleased to announce that Bobby Rader was sworn in by Mayor Greg Meister on November 14, 2025, as the Interim Chief of Police for the Porterville Police Department. Chief Rader brings more than 16 years of law enforcement experience, including previous service […]