Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tehama County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
8 issues in roads
Newville Road Bridge and Road Work
Public Works gave updates on the two emergency bridge projects, racing the weather to get permits and do in-creek work before flows return.
Emergency bridge repairs at Kendrick Creek and Thomes Creek
The county is racing to remove gravel and shore up bridge approaches before winter floods, after a private gravel deal fell through. Residents question whether it's a true emergency, but supervisors say years of deferred maintenance left the bridge at real risk.
99W and South Main Street Improvement Project completion
Public Works was scheduled to present a Notice of Completion for the 99W and South Main Street improvement project built by S.T. Rhoades Construction, formally wrapping up the road improvements.
Evergreen Road Bridge Replacement Project completion
Public Works was scheduled to present a Notice of Completion for the Evergreen Road Bridge replacement, closing out the construction contract with J.F. Shea Construction. This is the final paperwork step after the bridge work wrapped up.
City of Tehama road maintenance services
The County will provide on-call minor road repair for the City of Tehama for the next five years, with individual jobs capped at $45,000.
Bus Maintenance and Administrative Facility rehabilitation
A change order added nearly $40,000 for temporary power during electrical work at the transit facility, slightly exceeding the project budget — paid from Local Transportation Funds.
Bywood Drive Road Division Charges
Property owners in the Bywood Drive Permanent Road Division saw their 2026-27 parcel charges confirmed with an inflation adjustment after a public hearing with no protests.
Director of Public Works Appointment
The county's top public works job — which oversees roads, infrastructure and capital projects — was up for closed-session consideration by the Board. Whoever fills this role shapes how county road and construction dollars get spent.