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Fresno’s City Council stunned the public by rushing a controversial proposal to extend mayoral and council term limits to three consecutive terms — a move critics called self-serving and poorly timed. Co-sponsored by Council President Nelson Esparza and Mayor Jerry Dyer, the plan aimed to boost stability and experienced leadership but sparked backlash for its haste and lack of public input. Though term limit debates have surfaced before — including a 2001 push that fizzled after a year — this latest effort, introduced just weeks before the council president’s final term, drew accusations of political maneuvering. Experts warn major charter changes need months of public review, not surprise votes. The council ultimately tabled the measure, acknowledging the need for broader discussion — leaving voters wondering if Fresno’s leaders are prioritizing long-term governance or short-term advantage.

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