Council Member· 2022-2026
Drew Bessinger
Clovis
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 22
- Total speaking time
- 1:03:58
- Avg per meeting
- 2:54
- Segments
- 667
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Top issues during term (8)(Public Safety)
Proposed 'Shield Act' on sex offender housing
Unknown — research phase only; potential litigation costs if an ordinance is later pursued.
Infectious Materials and Non-CLIA Laboratory Oversight
Minimal cost to the city, with county public health absorbing inspection responsibilities.
City of Clovis Alternate Dispatch Center
Funded through municipal capital improvement projects.
Remote Public Participation Policy (SB 707)
Costs associated with maintaining Webex remote access software and hardware infrastructure.
Enforcement Against Synthetic Kratom Sales
Staff time dedicated to retail education and compliance checks.
Nuisance Abatement at 2075 Swift Avenue
Directs city resources toward legal warrants and property maintenance, recoverable via property liens.
Police Department Drone and Safety Programs
Funded through existing police budget and grant allocations.
Fire Department Staffing and Response Times
Acceptance of the $2,018,479.50 federal grant requires local cost sharing and a $1,049,000 budget amendment for equipment and setup, with the city absorbing full operational costs after three years.
Decisions during term (1)
Recorded while Bessinger was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (0)(Public Safety)
No votes found matching Public Safety.