Civil and Municipal - Jan 2024

Mayor Cerros reveals that Lindsay’s water management has significantly advanced with a new basin enhancing water capacity and supporting agriculture.The city is also focusing on bringing non- compliant wells up to state standards, sponsored by state and federal funding. Transportation infrastructure is receiving attention too, with a $12 million transit center’s first phase set to begin next year. Additionally, Lindsay is collaborating with the county for infrastructural improvements in unincorporated areas, covering roads, sidewalks, sewers, lights, and water pipes, reflecting a comprehensive approach to enhancing the city’s infrastructure. LINDSAY: A HUB OF INNOVATION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Under Mayor Cerros’s leadership, Lindsay is experiencing a renaissance of community engagement and innovative development, with projects and facilities transforming the city into a destination for recreation, education, and urban revitalization. Mayor Cerros enthusiastically discusses McDermott X, a repurposed facility that has become a recreational haven. “It was formerly a packing house, but it’s now over a $10 million building,” he explains. This center, boasting indoor basketball courts, archery, indoor soccer fields, a gym, rock climbing, a zip line, a FlowRider, and laser tag, is not just a local treasure but also a tourist magnet. “There’s nothing like it around here,” he adds, highlighting its uniqueness and appeal to sports leagues and enthusiasts from across the valley. The excitement extends to the revitalization of Lindsay’s downtown. “Creating a vibrant downtown is something I’m very passionate about,”Mayor Cerros shares. His vision involves incorporating art into the urban landscape, inspired by successful models in other cities. This includes murals, painted sidewalks, hydrants, and utility boxes. The community’s active participation in this transformation is crucial.“Getting the community out and involved in the revitalization process,” he emphasizes, pointing out initiatives like student-built park benches that provide workforce 215 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 5, ISSUE 01 L INDSAY, CA