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Interim Fire Chief Selected to Lead Hanford Fire Department

A former City of Tulare Fire Chief has been chosen to serve as Hanford’s Interim Fire Chief following Steve Pendergrass’ decision to take on a new and exciting role as City Administrator for the City of Millbank, South Dakota. Pendergr...

Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Water, Waste Water, Storm Drain Rate Increases

NOTICE: The City Council will hold a public majority protest hearing on January 16, 2024, at 7 p.m. at 400 N Douty Street, Hanford, CA 93230 to consider increases in the water, wastewater, and storm drain rates, effective February 1, 2024. At the hearing,...

New Look for Refuse Trucks!

Have you seen them yet?

Our 25 City Refuse trucks have some slick looking sign boards, displaying messages about what goes in each container and a request for proper spacing between each containers (two feet).

As time goes on, you may notice other City-rela...

Hey Hanford! Heard of Amtrak San Joaquins' Route 18?

Hey Hanford!

Did you know that Amtrak San Joaquins offers an easy and affordable way to get to places like Tachi Palace Casino Resort, Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo and Santa Maria?

Whether you’re heading to an event or planning your next weekend g...

Apply to be a Member of a City Commission!

Interested in local government and want to help move the community forward? If so, serving on one of the City's three Commissions may be for you!

Hanford's City Clerk is now accepting applications to serve on the Parking & Traffic Com...

Small Business Workshop-Financing

On December 12, join Valley Community Small Business Development Center - SBDC and the City of Hanford for an informative and practical Small Business Financing Workshop. 

Whether you're at the early stages of planning your business or se...

Stuff the SWAT Truck Returns December 9!

Stuff the SWAT Truck!

The Central Valley Regional SWAT Team, which includes members from the Hanford, Lemoore and Corcoran police departments, is teaming up with Target for the 15th Annual “Stuff the SWAT Truck."

Members are requesting any no...

Now Hiring: Hanford Fire Chief

The City of Hanford is looking for its next Hanford Fire Department Fire Chief!

$141,516 - $172,020/year (DOQ)Closing date: 12/8/23 by 4:00 p.m.

To apply for this position please mail or email a letter of interest, resume, and contact information to:

City of...

Interim Police Chief Selected to Lead Hanford Police Department

A longtime and well-respected Kings County law enforcement professional has returned to the Hanford Police Department more than 40 years after first being hired by the department.

Hanford City Manager Mario Cifuentez has appointed Jack Amoroso to serve as ...

City Releases Housing and Development Survey

The City of Hanford is working to identify community development priorities, fair and affordable housing needs, and factors that shape equal access to housing for incorporation into the City’s 5-Year Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, & Analysis o...

Hanford Police Chief Parker Sever Reflects on Career with City

Have you heard? After a 26-year career with the Hanford Police Department, Chief Parker Sever is leaving the City to become the Police Chief in Heber City, Utah. 

Listen to the last episode of the Hanford Insider Podcast for a look back at Sever&a...

City of Hanford Becomes Certified Passport Acceptance Facility

The City of Hanford Administration Department is pleased to announce that starting next week, it will begin accepting passport applications on behalf of the U.S. Department of State. U.S. citizens planning international travel may apply for their passport...

High-Speed Rail Announces Shoulder Closures Along Highway 198

The California High-Speed Rail Authority, in cooperation with design-build contractor Dragados-Flatiron Joint Venture (DFJV), announces shoulder closures along eastbound and westbound State Route (SR) 198, between SR 43 and Seventh Avenue in Kings County ...

Notice: Building Inspection Schedule Change

Notice: There will be no building inspections on Friday, September 8.

Additionally, inspection hours are changing.  

New building inspection schedule

Monday-Thursday: 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. Friday: 7 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

READ ON ABOUT INSPECTIONS

Civic Auditorium Closure in Early 2024

The historic Civic Auditorium is closing in on its 100th birthday! But before any celebrations take place, the Civic will be undergoing some extensive and essential upgrades in early 2024 (interior painting, wood floor replacement are among the projects)....

Civic Courier-3/21 City Council Meeting Recap

Miss last week's Hanford City Council meeting? The Civic Courier has you covered with a council recap.

Highlights include the recognition of 22 employees for their years of service to the City, the formation of a subcommittee focused on the renewa...

City Lights Civic Auditorium Blue to Honor Fallen Selma Officer

Hanford’s Civic Auditorium was lit blue on Wednesday night and will be again on Thursday night in honor of fallen Selma Police Department Officer Gonzalo Carrasco Jr. 

Officer Carrasco will be laid to rest on Thursday, following a memori...

Civic Courier-2/7 City Council Meeting Recap

Miss this week's Hanford City Council meeting? The Civic Courier has you covered with a council recap.

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