Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Woodland public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues with high priority
Flock surveillance camera usage by ICE and outside agencies
The police report shows 28 percent of sworn positions not fully deployable despite ten hires, and monthly audits of the Flock camera system after community concerns — one outside agency is currently suspended. Response times improved and homeless-related calls fell 19 percent.
Lower Cache Creek Flood Risk Reduction Federal Advocacy
The city is spending up to $90,000 more on a Sacramento lobbying firm to keep the Lower Cache Creek flood risk reduction project moving.
Harmony Communities rent increase at Idlewheel mobile home park
Residents say Harmony owners are demanding a second rent increase this year — pushing some rents from $490 toward $995 — despite the city's rent review commission having already denied the increase. The city says it never received the owner's affidavit and is investigating; Legal Services of Northern California is helping residents.
Starlink equipment in emergency operations center
Residents objected to using Starlink for EOC backup communications, citing Elon Musk's conduct and data privacy. The council accepted the grant but directed staff to find a non-Starlink backup option.
Comcast fiber-optic construction concerns
Residents report three power outages in a week, damaged yards and no required notification from Comcast's ongoing construction crews. The mayor says staff is monitoring and suggested a direct meeting with company representatives.