Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Chico public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
11 issues in general with high priority
Mobile Home Park Rent Stabilization Discussion Request
The council agreed to hold a future discussion on implementing rent stabilization for mobile home parks to protect seniors and fixed-income residents.
Local Road Safety Plan and Infrastructure Priorities
The council adopted an updated Local Road Safety Plan to identify crash hotspots and maintain eligibility for state and federal safety grants, with a focus on pedestrian and cyclist protection.
Commercial Cannabis Cultivation Regulation
The council voted to have staff study the feasibility of allowing commercial indoor and outdoor cannabis cultivation in Chico, while rejecting a proposal to expand retail storefronts beyond the current cap of three.
Jesus Center Substance Use Disorder Treatment Facility
The council unanimously approved opioid settlement grant funding to help construct a new 16-bed treatment center in Chico.
Active Litigation: Believe in Chico v. City of Chico
The city council met behind closed doors with lawyers to discuss an active lawsuit filed against the city.
Legal Settlement Negotiations
Chico's lawsuit settlement talks are stalled! This could mean more legal headaches and potentially higher costs for taxpayers if they can't reach an agreement soon.
massage ordinance and CalPERS liability
Chico's City Council is updating rules for massage businesses, aiming to improve safety and oversight. They also discussed the city's growing CalPERS pension debt, a long-term financial challenge.
City Attorney Hiring
Chico's city council is considering hiring its own city attorney instead of relying on outside legal help. This could mean big changes in how the city handles lawsuits and legal advice.
Homeless Settlement
Chico tried to ditch a deal about a homeless camp, but a judge said 'nope!' Now the city has to stick with the original agreement, meaning they're still on the hook for whatever comes next.
Business Permit Denial
Chico's City Council just said 'no' to a business's appeal for a permit, and now the business owner is threatening to sue the city. This could get messy and cost taxpayers money.
Homeless Lawsuit Settlement
Chico's big homelessness lawsuit is officially settled! This means the city has to change how it deals with people living on the streets, and we'll likely see new approaches to managing the crisis.