After nearly eight years, the plan for “forgotten Fresno” west of Highway 99 will go before the city council on Thursday, Oct. 16.

Residents told planning commissioners last week they hope the plan for the quickly growing area will bring an improved neighborhood identity along with better transportation, sidewalks, retail, and safe routes to schools.

April Henry, executive director of Highway City Community Development, said despite west Fresno being the fastest-growing part of the city, it only has one grocery store, one bank, and one health clinic.

“If there was a train derailment or some catastrophe that stopped us from getting from the west area to central Fresno, would we be able to survive?” Henry said. “Would we be able to sustain west of the 99? The answer really is no.”

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