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Butte County Defends Williamson Act Charge

Jun 16, 2026 11:10AM ● By Susan Meeker

Butte County officials are recommending no changes to the county's Williamson Act direct charge, saying the revenue remains an important part of the county's budget as officials work to maintain public safety and library services.

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Live Oak Reviews Budget Cuts, Warns of Public Safety Impacts

Jun 16, 2026 10:54AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Live Oak City Council reviewed updates to the city's Housing Element and discussed a proposed budget that includes significant reductions to public safety contracts during its June 3 meeting.

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Butte County Waives Permit Penalties

May 20, 2026 08:31AM ● By Susan Meeker

Butte County property owners with unpermitted buildings, additions or remodels can now seek permits without paying penalty fees under a temporary amnesty program approved by the Butte County Board of Supervisors.

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Gridley Council Backs Master Fee Overhaul

Feb 04, 2026 08:20AM ● By Lloyd Green

he Gridley City Council has awarded a $34,000 contract to Matrix Consulting Group to complete a comprehensive cost allocation and master fee study, a long-needed review of the city’s fee structure that officials said has not been updated in years.

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Butte County Extends Public Safety Hiring Bonuses

Dec 10, 2025 09:21AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Butte County Board of Supervisors has extended temporary hiring bonus programs for the Sheriff’s Office and the District Attorney’s Office through June 30, 2026, citing ongoing recruitment and retention challenges in public safety positions.

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The Expense of Safety

Dec 03, 2025 09:27AM ● By Seti Long

Sheriff Discusses the Future of Live Oaks Public Safety

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Sutter County Sheriff Reflects on Service, Strategy

Oct 08, 2025 11:50AM ● By Susan Meeker

Sheriff Brandon Barnes on Sept. 23 presented the Sutter County Sheriff’s Office 2024 annual report to the Board of Supervisors and the community, highlighting a year of modernization, community outreach and strategic investment in public safety.

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