city of madera

What city of madera does

The City of Madera is an incorporated California municipal government serving the city of Madera (CA), founded in 1907 and operating under a council-manager form with a seven-member elected council. It delivers a full stack of essential municipal services: water supply (drawn entirely from local groundwater via 18 operational wells producing 800–1,200 GPM each), wastewater treatment (5.15M gallons/day against a 7M gallon permit), solid waste and recycling, public transit (Madera Metro fixed-route plus Dial-A-Ride and ADA Paratransit, ~110,000 annual riders), police and fire services, parks and recreation, and building/development permitting.

The City's service platform is anchored by an integrated physical infrastructure footprint — nearly 200 miles of water mains, 4,000 street valves, 2,000+ fire hydrants, and 15,000+ customer service connections — overlaid by a recently redesigned digital services portal (launched October 2025 in partnership with Govstack) that enables online utility billing, service requests, public records requests, and permit applications. A fleet of up to 18 fixed-route buses plus 5 Dial-A-Ride buses and 3 ADA vans operates on four fixed routes.

The revenue model is fundamentally a hybrid of tax-supported public services and cost-recovery utilities. Property taxes and recurring utility fees (water, sewer, solid waste) constitute the recurring revenue base, supplemented by one-time business license and permit fees, plus state and federal grant funding for capital projects. Recent notable capital deployments include a $10.3M wastewater treatment plant upgrade, a $6.4M SR 145 water main replacement coordinated with CalTrans, a $2.2M Water Well 37 construction, and a $2M sidewalk/accessibility program. The City also facilitated $57M in Distressed Hospital Loan Program funding to reopen Madera Community Hospital. Capital sourcing is increasingly federal- and state-grant-driven, secured through relationships with U.S. Rep. Adam Gray, Senator Anna Caballero, and Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria. Customer segments span residents (primary), local businesses, visitors, senior citizens, and youth/families — all served through a horizontal segmentation model.

Name

city of madera

Legal name

City of Madera

Website

https://madera.gov

Company type

Public

Founded year

1907

Operating status

Operating

Short description

The City of Madera is an incorporated California municipality providing water, sewer, transit, public safety, parks, and permitting services to residents and businesses within city limits, funded by taxes, utility fees, and federal/state grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Government Services

NAICS

Sewage Treatment Facilities (221320), Sewage Treatment Facilities (22132), Water, Sewage and Other Systems (2213), Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (925)

SIC

Refuse Systems (4953), Sanitary Services (4950)

akta.pro primary industry

Mayor/City Manager & General Administration (BPAIACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Works & Municipal Infrastructure (Streets, Stormwater, Facilities) (BPAIACAF), Public Works Departments (Streets, Bridges, Stormwater, Fleet, Maintenance) (BPAIALAD), Public Works / In-House Municipal Collection Operations (EUAIAAAF), Solid Waste & Recycling Services Administration (BPAIACAH), Municipal Wastewater Collection (Sewer Networks) (BPALAMAA)

Keywords

• Municipal government services
• Public transit services
• Water wastewater utilities
• Parks recreation programs
• Building permitting services

Headquarters

HQ city

Madera

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Property Taxes: Primary revenue source for municipal operations and services
2. Utility Fees (Water, Sewer, Solid Waste): Charges for water, sewer, and solid waste services to residential and commercial customers
3. Business Licenses and Permits: Fees for business licenses, building permits, development approvals, and other municipal permits
4. State and Federal Funding: Grant funding and allocations from state and federal government for infrastructure projects and community programs
5. Federal Infrastructure Grants: Congressional funding allocations for sewer rehabilitation and other capital projects, such as $2M for Avenue 13 sewer project

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

The City of Madera administers local government and delivers municipal services to residents, businesses, and visitors. Its core services include water and sewer, solid waste, public transit, parks and recreation, police and fire protection, and building and development review, supported through municipal infrastructure, City Hall, and digital service channels.

Product overview

The City of Madera operates a comprehensive municipal website providing digital access to city government services. The website serves as the primary portal for utility management (water, sewer, trash), public transit (Madera Metro fixed-route and Dial-A-Ride), parks and recreation programs, emergency services, and development/permitting services. These services are delivered through an integrated website platform redesigned in partnership with Govstack, offering online bill payment, service requests, news, events calendars, and department information.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Madera Metro / Public Transit Public transportation through four Madera Metro fixed routes and a Dial-A-Ride on-demand service, supported by a fleet of up to 18 twenty-passenger buses and serving approximately 110,000 riders annually.
• Water & Sewer Services Municipal water and wastewater services for residential and commercial customers, including supply from 18 operational wells, nearly 200 miles of water mains, and wastewater treatment of approximately 5.15 million gallons per day.
• Parks & Community Services City-operated parks and recreation services offering aquatics, sports, senior services, family programs, special events, park facilities, and volunteer opportunities.
• Emergency & Protective Services Municipal police and fire services for Madera, including emergency preparedness, fire-safety resources, police programs, and public-safety initiatives.
• Trash & Recycling Residential curbside waste collection, recycling programs, landfill access, and household hazardous-waste disposal for Madera residents.
• Building & Development Services Municipal permitting, inspections, zoning, planning, and development-review services for residential and commercial projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• 165 leaks repaired in 2024, 118 leaks repaired in 2025
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• Greater Madera Kiwanis ClubcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 July 2026Partnership for Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular. Kiwanis Club led the celebration since 2017 when the City stopped directly hosting. Now City has resumed primary hosting role with Kiwanis remaining as active partner. The collaboration ensures the continuation of Madera's Independence Day tradition at the Madera District Fairgrounds.
• Community Action Partnership of Madera CountyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the Madera Police Department's 'A Star of Hope' holiday giving program supporting children in need.
• Community West BankminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the 'A Star of Hope' holiday program, serving as a star selection location for donors to adopt children for the holidays.
• Madera County Child Protective ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the 'A Star of Hope' holiday giving program for children facing difficult circumstances.
• U.S. Rep. Adam GrayflagshipOthersSecured $2 million in federal funding for Phase III of the Avenue 13 sewer-main rehabilitation project. Part of a broader package of more than $16 million for projects across California's 13th Congressional District.
• Senator Anna CaballeroflagshipOthersSecured $500,000 for Lions Town & Country Park trail improvements. Also championed state resources for Madera infrastructure and parks projects.
• Assemblymember Esmeralda SoriaflagshipOthersSecured $1.1 million from California Natural Resources Agency for Lions Town & Country Park trail improvements. Active supporter of Madera park and infrastructure projects.
• CalTransflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoordinated infrastructure work with CalTrans on State Route 145/Yosemite Avenue. City completes underground utility work before CalTrans resurfaces the corridor to avoid tearing up new pavement. Joint effort for downtown improvement.
• Lowe's Home ImprovementminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLowe's Hometowns initiative supported park improvements in Madera. Volunteers donated materials, equipment, and labor on October 17 to upgrade Pan American Community Center, Almond Park, Rancho Santa Fe Park, and Vernon McCullough River Trail areas.
• GovstackcoreTechnology or IntegrationCivic tech firm partnered with City to redesign the official Madera website. Govstack gathered resident input and analyzed usage data to shape the new site's structure and features, creating a digital City Hall experience.
• Seneca MedicalminorOthersReferenced as partner in the Distressed Hospital Loan Program that provided $57 million for Madera Community Hospital reopening, restoring critical healthcare access to the region.

Scale indicators17 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• City of Sacramento: California state capital operating full municipal services at major scale; broader portfolio including utilities and Sacramento Regional Transit District, but same governance structure.
• City of Fresno: Much larger regional hub (~540,000 pop) operating a full municipal service portfolio including regional transit, water, and parks; broader scope but same governance model and Central Valley service mix.
• City of Bakersfield: Large Kern County city (~410,000 pop) operating comparable municipal services at greater scale; broader portfolio but same core service categories and California municipal governance.
• City of Modesto: Stanislaus County seat (~220,000 pop) running municipal utilities, transit (Modesto Area Express), and parks at greater scale; same regional governance and service model.

Direct peers

• City of Merced: Adjacent Central Valley city of comparable population (~90,000) operating municipal water, sewer, transit, parks, and public works services — direct comparable in scope, scale, and service mix.
• City of Visalia: Central Valley city of similar population (~140,000) providing water, wastewater, solid waste, transit, and parks services; comparable in governance structure and infrastructure portfolio.
• City of Turlock: Comparable-size Stanislaus County city running municipal utilities, transit (Turlock Transit), parks, and public works — directly comparable operating model and revenue mix.
• City of Clovis: Fresno County neighbor of similar scale offering water, sewer, solid waste, transit, and parks services; directly comparable service portfolio and Central Valley market.
• City of Hanford: Kings County seat of comparable population (~58,000) operating municipal water, wastewater, transit, and recreation services — closely matched in scale and Central Valley context.
• City of Chowchilla: Small Madera County neighbor (~18,000 pop) providing municipal water, sewer, parks, and public safety — directly comparable in geography and basic service mix.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/cityofmaderatv
• Facebookfacebook.com/cityofmadera
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cityofmadera
• Instagraminstagram.com/cityofmaderalocalgovernment

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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