The City of Modesto Receives a National Honor.

On February 6, 2026, the City of Modesto will be one of seven recipients of the National Community Development Association (NCDA) Audrey Nelson Community Development Award. Modesto is being recognized for Jenny’s Place, a permanent supportive housing project that provides support for individuals and youth experiencing homelessness.

Read more about the City's outstanding achievement.

City Manager's Blog

Hear from Modesto City Manager, Joe Lopez about how affordable housing and homelessness continue to be among our community’s top priorities.  He discusses how strong community partnerships and regional collaboration contribute towards meaningful progress. 

Read the City Manager's Blog.

Dryden Clubhouse Renovation Groundbreaking Ceremony

Join us at the groundbreaking of the Dryden Clubhouse renovation project.  This highly anticipated project will expand recreational opportunities for residents of our local community and beyond.

• Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026

• Time: 3:30 pm

• Location:  Dryden Golf Course at 920 Sunset Ave. in Modesto

Community Workshop - Mural Alley Redesign & Mural Master Plan

This community workshop is to review three design concepts for the direction and redesign of Mural Alley.  This is also an opportunity for the community to hear about the goals and objectives of the Mural Master Plan as well as give input and ask questions.

• Date:  Thursday, February 12, 2026

• Time: 5:30 pm

• Location:  Greens on Tenth, 953 10th Street, Modesto

Brighter Safer Parks

Big improvements are coming to three City of Modesto neighborhood parks as City Council approves the replacement of outdated lighting with brighter, more reliable fixtures to improve safety and visibility. This project includes park security light upgrades at Muncy, Riverside and Sutter Parks, funded by Measure H as part of the City’s long-term plan to address maintenance needs across the park system. 

These ongoing efforts are critical to increasing safety and reducing vandalism in our community, while also lowering long-term energy and maintenance costs. By continuing to invest in park security lighting, the City is reinforcing its commitment to enhancing quality of life, creating safer and welcoming spaces for families and neighbors to gather.

Upcoming City Meetings

Economic Development Committee Meeting

• Date: Monday, February 2, 2026

• Time:  4:00 pm

• Location:  Tenth Street Place in the Del Puerto Room (2001-40)

City Council Meeting

• Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026

• Time:  5:30 pm

• Location:  Tenth Street Place in Basement Chambers

Finance Committee

• Date: Monday, February 23, 2026

• Time:  4:00 pm

• Location:  Tenth Street Place in the Del Puerto Room (2001-40)