In this episode, Katie and Steve recap the March 18, 2025, Redding City Council meeting.
Listen for a brief summary of the meeting’s key points and actual audio from the meeting without public comment on the following big-ticket items from the consent calendar and the regular agenda:
- Recognition of Community Impact: The Council honored The Community Foundation of the North State on its 25th anniversary, celebrating over $100 million in contributions to enrich local communities.
- Tourism Update: Visit Redding provided a quarterly report on the city's marketing and promotion efforts.
- Public Hearings: The Council approved the issuance of up to $70 million in bonds to finance major infrastructure upgrades at the Redding Power Plant.
- Emergency Response: An update was given on the local emergency due to flooding, with the Council voting to continue the emergency declaration.
- Grant Approvals: The city accepted a $50,000 Whale Tail Grant for coastal conservation education and ratified an application for nearly $289,000 from the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program to support public safety.
- Project Updates: The Council approved budget increases for the South Street Water Main Emergency Replacement Project and the Churn Creek Lift Station Rehabilitation.
- Housing and Finance Reports: The Council reviewed the City’s Housing Division programs and accepted the annual financial report and mid-year budget review, which includes an appropriation increase of over $3.5 million.
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