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Former Police Chief Jerry Dyer Will Be Fresno’s Next Mayor

Former Fresno Police Chief Jerry Dyer will be the city’s next mayor, according to Wednesday afternoon’s election results from Fresno County. In a press conference before City Hall Wednesday, Dyer reiterated his wish to unite the city, and create “One Fresno,” which was his campaign slogan. In his remarks, Dyer highlighted the need to bring investment and business to the area. Dyer wasn’t specific about where he plans to prioritize development, but said the city can only be as prosperous and successful as its worst neighborhood. “It’s very easy, when you’re not living in a neighborhood that is decayed, to not be aware of the needs of other parts of the city, and it’s important that we all do what’s right for the entire city,” said Dyer. “I can tell you right now there are some neighborhoods in Fresno that at certain hours of the night closely resemble a third world country. It’s so important we do everything for those neighborhoods.” Dyer also said he wants to act on homelessness, and
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