Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Chico public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in development with medium priority
Autumn Leaf Estates Assessment District Modification
Property owners are voting on adjusted assessments following a reduction in subdivision lot numbers from 68 to 67.
Airport Rapid Refueling Authorization
The city updated its municipal code to allow hot fueling for military and emergency response aircraft, helping speed up wildfire response times.
Verizon Wireless Monopine Tower
Verizon wants to build a 90-foot cell tower disguised as a pine tree at 693 East First Avenue to improve spotty cell service and data speeds in the neighborhood. While neighbors raised health and property value concerns, federal law prevents cities from blocking towers over health worries as long as they meet FCC standards.
Housing Discrimination History
Chico has a history of housing discrimination, and this article dives deep into how city policies actively harmed communities. It's a critical look at the past that makes you question our progress on equity.
Housing Development and Wildfire Risk
Chico's got a major housing shortage, but building new homes in a wildfire-prone area has folks seriously worried. It's a tough balancing act between needing places to live and making sure people are safe from fires.