On Thursday, May 18, 2023, Mayor Lynne Ashbeck, joined by members of the Clovis City Council, delivered the State of the City address. She spoke of challenges and opportunities facing the City of Clovis to a crowd full of community leaders, business owners, and residents. Also in the audience were invited guests featured in a video played during the gathering. The theme: "What makes Clovis, Clovis?" was answered as stories of everyday interactions between city staff and residents were shared.