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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.