1.-LL. ID 22-613 Actions Pertaining to the Acquisition of property at 1247 North Wishon (APN 451-265-02) and 777 East Olive Avenue (APN 451-265-03)
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15301/Class 1 (Existing Facilities) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines for the project.
2. Approve a Resolution Establishing a Policy for the Preservation and Use of the Tower Theatre Property and Authorizing Purchase of the Tower Theatre Property.
3. Approve a Joint Litigation, Defense, and Indemnity Agreement by and between the City of Fresno, the Tower Theatre Entities and Sequoia Brewery
4. Approve a Purchase and Sale Agreement and Joint Escrow Instructions by and between City of Fresno, Tower Theater Productions, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, and Tower Theatre Productions for the Performing Arts for real property at 1247 North Wishon (APN 451-265-02) and 777 East Olive Avenue (APN 451-265-03) for $6,500,000.
5. Approve a Purchase and Sale Agreement and Joint Escrow Instructions by and between City of Fresno and J&A Mash & Barrell, LLC., and Fidelity National Title Insurance Company for a portion of the real property at 777 East Olive Avenue (APN 451-265-03) for $1,200,000.
YES!!! I support the City purchasing the Tower Theater. “Pastor” Anthony along with his gang of Proud Boys have terrorized peaceful protestors and very loudly do NOT align with the values of the Tower Community. If Adventure Church and all those affiliated are not interested in integrating into the community peacefully, then they do not belong in the Tower District. Simple.
I would like to express my support for the City of Fresno's purchase of the Tower Theatre. I believe the issues of rezoning and putting local businesses in the Tower District at risk by allowing a church to purchase the property can be resolved with the City's acquisition of the theater. I am a homeowner in the Tower District and I believe this is the best way forward for the neighborhood and the City at large. It is imperative that Fresno leadership not only recognizes the historic and cultural value of landmarks and neighborhoods, but works to preserve and sustain their vibrancy. I support the City of Fresno's move to purchase and preserve the Tower Theatre. Thank you.
I am very pleased with this effort and support the City in Purchasing the Tower Theatre. I am a Tower Business owner and love and Cherish our Community and feel this will help to preserve the History and Culture the Tower District is known to have as an LGBTQ Inclusive Arts and Entertainment District for All to enjoy. Thank you and especially Esmeralda Soria our District Representative
I support the city buying the theatre. Please stay true to the Tower District Specific Plan, and preserve the theatre and its history. Fresno can't afford to lose another theatre to a church, especially a church that harasses its neighbors.
I oppose the city of Fresno trying to buy tower theater!!!! All those nasty protesters outside on Sundays is ridiculous go get a life people live the church alone I’m seriously gonna call channel 21 and have them come out so they can see how nasty you guys are leave our church alone do some research find out what adventure is all about !!!!!!
I full heartedly support this purchase. The tower theater is a cultural landmark and the heart of Fresno’s most vibrant neighborhood. I think we should preserve the theater and maintain current zoning laws to ensure the integrity of Tower for years to come.
The Tower Theatre is a cultural landmark and purchasing it to protect it is simply logical stewardship of one the city’s iconic architectural treasures.
I oppose the city stepping in and trying to purchase the theater which is already in escrow. Where were the people who cared so much about tower at when Lawrence couldn't afford to keep the doors open any longer? Those people and the city are trying to intimidate and push adventure church out of a sale that is already in escrow. The council members only "care" cause it appeals to those in their area and makes them look good. Mayor Jerrry Dyer knows the truth & what should be done but is a coward and obviously a false Christian. Anyone in the right mind should not be ok with the city using their tax dollars to illegally push adventure church out of a private sale and purchase the theater. My tax dollars should be used for the list of things this city needs other than bullying a church out of a building they care more about than those who oppose the churches attempt to purchase.
I fully support the purchase of tower theatre by the city to preserve this historical site. I also support this action on the basis that a rezone of Tower would negatively impact Fresno’s economy, although not more felt than in the Tower district, and would be necessary if a church were to purchase the property. I think pastor Anthony and the fine congregation of Adventure church will be able to thrive outside of the Tower district, where the businesses that have worked hard to survive there would find greater challenges in relocating.
Adventure Church’s attempt to purchase the Tower Theatre was unlawful and done in bad faith. The City’s purchase of the theatre will help ensure the preservation of the culture of our neighborhood.
of course we support the city of fresno finally stepping up to buy the tower theatre at the owners insistance!!! buy out not bail out. we must insist on removing the current owner and the current renters, adventure church, from the premises and allow a community entity to run the theatre as it was intended...as a theatre! fresno state theatre department could be a good fit, as well as the neville's...the family that used to manage the theatre for the owner. tower theatre is the most recognizable icon in our city and will prevail. long live the tower!!! #towertothepeople
I've been active on the music scene as well as being a long time volunteer with the Rogue Festival. I'm very much in support of Fresno purchasing the theatre, & I highly recommend TeamNeville for management.
I strongly oppose the cities effort to come in and illegally push Adventure church out of a PRIVATE sell on something that is already in escrow! The weekly controversy is unnecessary and a waste of everyone’s time. The time and money being used to go against Adventure church, could be used to educated the community on what’s really going on! Do you even know what you are against? Have you taken the time to hear what the church is all about and what their culture is? How about that fact that protestors are being very disrespectful and getting in front of our children on Sunday mornings?
YES!!! I support the City purchasing the Tower Theater. “Pastor” Anthony along with his gang of Proud Boys have terrorized peaceful protestors and very loudly do NOT align with the values of the Tower Community. If Adventure Church and all those affiliated are not interested in integrating into the community peacefully, then they do not belong in the Tower District. Simple.
I would like to express my support for the City of Fresno's purchase of the Tower Theatre. I believe the issues of rezoning and putting local businesses in the Tower District at risk by allowing a church to purchase the property can be resolved with the City's acquisition of the theater. I am a homeowner in the Tower District and I believe this is the best way forward for the neighborhood and the City at large. It is imperative that Fresno leadership not only recognizes the historic and cultural value of landmarks and neighborhoods, but works to preserve and sustain their vibrancy. I support the City of Fresno's move to purchase and preserve the Tower Theatre. Thank you.
Adventure church in tower theater changed my way of life
I am very pleased with this effort and support the City in Purchasing the Tower Theatre. I am a Tower Business owner and love and Cherish our Community and feel this will help to preserve the History and Culture the Tower District is known to have as an LGBTQ Inclusive Arts and Entertainment District for All to enjoy. Thank you and especially Esmeralda Soria our District Representative
I support the City of Fresno purchasing this historic arts venue
I support the city ownership of the Tower theatre to ensure the preservation of the iconic landmark
I support the city purchasing the Tower Theatre. Please hold up the zoning laws.
I support the city buying the theatre. Please stay true to the Tower District Specific Plan, and preserve the theatre and its history. Fresno can't afford to lose another theatre to a church, especially a church that harasses its neighbors.
I oppose the city of Fresno trying to buy tower theater!!!! All those nasty protesters outside on Sundays is ridiculous go get a life people live the church alone I’m seriously gonna call channel 21 and have them come out so they can see how nasty you guys are leave our church alone do some research find out what adventure is all about !!!!!!
I full heartedly support this purchase. The tower theater is a cultural landmark and the heart of Fresno’s most vibrant neighborhood. I think we should preserve the theater and maintain current zoning laws to ensure the integrity of Tower for years to come.
The Tower Theatre is a cultural landmark and purchasing it to protect it is simply logical stewardship of one the city’s iconic architectural treasures.
I oppose the city stepping in and trying to purchase the theater which is already in escrow. Where were the people who cared so much about tower at when Lawrence couldn't afford to keep the doors open any longer? Those people and the city are trying to intimidate and push adventure church out of a sale that is already in escrow. The council members only "care" cause it appeals to those in their area and makes them look good. Mayor Jerrry Dyer knows the truth & what should be done but is a coward and obviously a false Christian. Anyone in the right mind should not be ok with the city using their tax dollars to illegally push adventure church out of a private sale and purchase the theater. My tax dollars should be used for the list of things this city needs other than bullying a church out of a building they care more about than those who oppose the churches attempt to purchase.
I fully support the purchase of tower theatre by the city to preserve this historical site. I also support this action on the basis that a rezone of Tower would negatively impact Fresno’s economy, although not more felt than in the Tower district, and would be necessary if a church were to purchase the property. I think pastor Anthony and the fine congregation of Adventure church will be able to thrive outside of the Tower district, where the businesses that have worked hard to survive there would find greater challenges in relocating.
Adventure Church’s attempt to purchase the Tower Theatre was unlawful and done in bad faith. The City’s purchase of the theatre will help ensure the preservation of the culture of our neighborhood.
Keep Tower Weird — Keep hate disguised as religion out of our community <3
of course we support the city of fresno finally stepping up to buy the tower theatre at the owners insistance!!! buy out not bail out. we must insist on removing the current owner and the current renters, adventure church, from the premises and allow a community entity to run the theatre as it was intended...as a theatre! fresno state theatre department could be a good fit, as well as the neville's...the family that used to manage the theatre for the owner. tower theatre is the most recognizable icon in our city and will prevail. long live the tower!!! #towertothepeople
My tax dollar should go to something better like homeless, addictions, or parks.
Pleaae support the buying of the Tower Theater and turning it into a historic landmark. Culture needs to be preserved!
I've been active on the music scene as well as being a long time volunteer with the Rogue Festival. I'm very much in support of Fresno purchasing the theatre, & I highly recommend TeamNeville for management.
I strongly oppose the cities effort to come in and illegally push Adventure church out of a PRIVATE sell on something that is already in escrow! The weekly controversy is unnecessary and a waste of everyone’s time. The time and money being used to go against Adventure church, could be used to educated the community on what’s really going on! Do you even know what you are against? Have you taken the time to hear what the church is all about and what their culture is? How about that fact that protestors are being very disrespectful and getting in front of our children on Sunday mornings?