During the recent City Council meeting on July 15, 2025, a property owner in Hanford raised urgent concerns regarding ongoing vandalism and the city's abatement efforts on his privacy fence. The owner, who manages nearly a mile of fencing along Tenth Avenue, expressed frustration over repeated graffiti tagging by local gangs and the inadequate response from city services.

The property owner detailed how his fence, previously marked with silver spray paint, had been partially abated by Kings County, but new vandalism quickly reappeared. He highlighted that despite the city's efforts to address the issue, the problem persists, with graffiti spreading to multiple streets in the downtown area. The owner emphasized that he refuses to accept the ongoing vandalism as a norm, stating, "I will not be a slave to the gangsters who are vandalizing this fence."

The discussion also touched on the city's plans to issue a warrant for trespassing on the owner's property to conduct further abatement, which he views as a violation of his private property rights. This situation raises significant questions about the effectiveness of current abatement strategies and the need for a more robust response to gang-related vandalism in the community.

As the city grapples with these challenges, the property owner's plight underscores the broader issue of public safety and property rights in Hanford. The council's next steps will be crucial in determining how they address these ongoing concerns and support residents facing similar issues.