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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Redding public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Election Ballot Review Dispute
Redding’s mayor, city clerk, and several council candidates say they never got to review ballots before they went out, while the county elections office says drafts were sent. If the officials are right, local ballots could have gone out with errors nobody caught.
City Council Candidate Profile
Redding voters are getting a closer look at City Council candidate Paul Saulsbury before the election. It’s a useful read if you care about who will help set city policy next.
City Council Appointment Controversy
A former Redding mayor says Bethel Church members effectively chose his replacement on the City Council, raising questions about outside influence in local government. It matters because council appointments shape city policy, spending, and who ultimately answers to voters.