Protecting Renters & Strengthening Neighborhoods in Modesto

With the support of Measure H, the City of Modesto's Rental Housing Safety Program takes a proactive approach to ensuring rental properties meet safety standards and provide healthy living conditions, benefitting both renters and property owners.

“The Rental Housing Safety Program has allowed the City to move from a reactive approach to a proactive one,” said Oscar Diaz, Chief Building Official. “By partnering with property owners and tenants, we are identifying safety issues early, correcting them efficiently, and ensuring that thousands of Modesto residents are living in safer, healthier homes.”

Read more about the Rental Housing Safety Program in Modesto. 

City of Modesto Launches Red-Light Camera Safety Program

The City of Modesto has launched its new automated traffic safety program to change driver behavior, curb reckless red-light running at high-risk intersections across town, and make streets safer for all.

The following locations were selected to launch 10 red-light cameras in several directions:

• Eastbound Briggsmore Ave. at Coffee Rd., the red-light cameras are operational as of March 2, 2026
• Eastbound Sylvan Ave. at Coffee Rd., the red-light cameras are operational as of March 11, 2026.
• Eastbound Briggsmore Ave. at Carver Rd.
• Eastbound Pelandale Ave. at Carver. Rd.
• Northbound Oakdale Rd. at Briggsmore Ave.
• Southbound McHenry Ave. at Standiford Ave.
• Northbound El Vista/Oakdale Rd. at Scenic Dr.
• Northbound N. Carpenter Rd. at Kansas Ave.
• Northbound 9th St. at G St.
• Westbound Yosemite Blvd. at S. Santa Rosa Ave.

After red-light cameras are turned on at each intersection, a 30-day warning period will go into effect.  After the 30 days, the program will begin issuing citations for all red-light violations. Any vehicle captured failing to stop at a red light will be sent a citation. 

The City of Modesto contracted with Verra Mobility, a leader in speed safety technology, to administer this safety program. The cameras will capture images of vehicle license plates and send them through secure video. Law enforcement will verify the infraction before issuing a fine.

Additional intersections will go live in phases and updates will be provided as each new location becomes operational. 

Joint Planning Commission & City Council Workshop to Provide Input and Discuss General Plan

The City of Modesto invites you to join us for a joint Planning Commission and City Council workshop to provide input and discuss the Modesto 2050 General Plan Update!

• Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026

• Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm

• Location:  Modesto Centre Plaza Arbor Theatre, 100 K Street

Local business owners, community leaders, and Modesto residents are encouraged to participate as the Planning Commission and City Council review land use alternatives discussed in previous meetings and create plans for next steps. Your ideas are being heard, and we are excited to work together with those who love Modesto to make the future of our City a place we will all be proud to call home. 

We appreciate your continued interest and participation in shaping the future of Modesto!

If you cannot join the meeting in person, join the workshop meeting via zoom!

This meeting may be accessed through the use of Zoom using the following options:

• Enter the following link into an Internet Browser https://us02web.zoom.us/j/95895497651
• Enter the following link into an Internet Browser https://zoom.us/ and use the Webinar ID: 958 9549 7651
• Passcode: 84326

McHenry Mansion Eggstravaganza

Celebrate spring on the beautiful, historic grounds of the McHenry Mansion. Participate in activities around the gardens and collect eggs.  This event is open for all ages to enjoy and there is free admission!

• Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026

• Time: 10:00-12:00 pm

• Location:  906 15th St. in Modesto

Parks & Recreation Egg-tastic Event at James Marshall Park

Come join us for an exciting Egg-tastic event at James Marshall Park.  There will be plenty of fun activities for families including an egg hunt.  

• Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026

• Time: 2:00 - 5:00  pm

• Location:  James Marshall Park, 440 Sutter Avenue in Modesto

Upcoming City Meetings

Joint Planning Commission & City Council Workshop

• Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026

• Time:  1:00 -4:00 pm

• Location:  Modesto Centre Plaza Arbor Theatre, 100 K Street

Finance Committee

• Date: Monday, March 23, 2026

• Time:  4:00 pm

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