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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Redding public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Henderson Ditch flooding and maintenance responsibility
A resident warned the overloaded Henderson Ditch flooded a dozen homes in the last big storm, is overgrown, a fire hazard, and hosts a homeless camp — and new development runoff will make it worse. He's expecting a lawsuit against the city.
Pump House One Replacement on the Sacramento River
The 87-year-old river water intake is at the end of its life; a $74 million replacement with fish screens and better access is designed and heading to bid in early 2027, funded by a $50 million state loan plus reserves or bonds.
Water Shortage Contingency Plan Update
The city wants to shift the watering window to 9 a.m.–6 p.m. so folks watering by hand aren't stuck doing it in the dark. Redding used 12% less water than baseline last year; stage one stays voluntary year-round.
Tarmac Road storm drain collapse
A storm drain culvert under Tarmac Road collapsed after heavy winter storms, and it's the only way in or out for about 50 homes. The city is doing an emergency replacement costing about $4.15 million, hoping the state reimburses 75%.
Hartnell Oaks flooding and storm drain adequacy
The Hartnell Oaks apartment complex flooded again in December's storm when a city storm drain clogged, displacing 22 tenants. The owner asked for a grant program or budget line to fix a drainage problem the family says has recurred for 50 years.