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Biggs Lights Fuse on New Fireworks Ordinance

Oct 22, 2025 09:40AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Biggs City Council on Oct. 14 unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 441, introducing long-overdue updates to the city’s fireworks and weapons regulations, the first major revision in decades.

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Council Takes Steps Toward Cost Savings

Oct 22, 2025 09:07AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Live Oak City Council meeting on Oct. 15, resident Dale Carlson submitted a written public comment discussing his concerns about the city’s precarious financial position due to what he called a pattern of “reckless spending.”

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Council Discusses Options to Address “Severe” Structural Deficit

Oct 15, 2025 09:32AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Oct. 1 meeting of the Live Oak City Council, a resident spoke during public comment to share plans for a citizens’ initiative in the next election.

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Cell Tower Decision Stalls Amid Aviation Safety Concerns

Oct 08, 2025 11:42AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Butte County Planning Commission voted 4-1 to delay action on a proposed 100-foot wireless cell tower in Richvale rice country, following testimony from agricultural pilots, residents and aviation operators.

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2025 Statewide Special Election Ballots in the Mail

Oct 08, 2025 10:46AM ● By Butte County News Release

Keaton Denlay, Butte County Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters, announced that the 2025 Statewide Special Election Vote-by-Mail Packets were sent out Oct. 6.

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City of Live Oak Faces Severe Budget Deficit, Council Exploring Options

Oct 08, 2025 08:22AM ● By City of Live Oak News Release

The City of Live Oak is facing a severe structural budget deficit, with a shortfall of nearly $1.9 million in its General Fund for the 2025–2026 fiscal year.

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Ballots Heading Out for High-Stakes Redistricting Vote

Oct 01, 2025 09:11AM ● By Susan Meeker

Vote-by-mail ballots will begin arriving in Butte County mailboxes on Monday, Oct. 7, launching California’s most costly and politically charged statewide special election.

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The Live Oak City Council presented a proclamation to the Live Oak Softball Lions

City Council Honors Live Oak Lions, Approves New Staff Positions

Sep 24, 2025 08:36AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Sept. 17 meeting, the Live Oak City Council honored the Live Oak Lions as the 2025 Northern California 10-12 Softball State Champions.

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Biggs Transitions Accounting Services

Sep 17, 2025 10:00AM ● By Susan Meeker

In a move to enhance the city’s financial management, the Biggs City Council on Sept. 9 approved the transition of accounting and financial services from Regional Government Services to JJACPA Inc.

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Gridley to Take Ownership of Transfer Station

Sep 17, 2025 09:16AM ● By Susan Meeker

In a unanimous vote on Sept. 2, the Gridley City Council approved the acquisition of the Ord Ranch Road Transfer Station from Butte County, marking a pivotal shift in local waste management oversight.

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Biggs Expands Butte County Contract to Include Code Enforcement

Sep 10, 2025 11:06AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Biggs City Council on Aug. 26 approved an amendment to its existing contract with Butte County, formally expanding the county’s role to include code enforcement services within city limits.

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Expert Advises Council on Potential Youth Care Facility

Sep 10, 2025 11:03AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Sept. 3 meeting of the Live Oak City Council, City Manager Ben Moody introduced Ken Berrick of Rising Social Strategies (RSS) Consulting, which advises on children’s behavioral health, child welfare, juvenile justice and education programs.

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Gridley Council Authorizes Follow-Up Utility Rate Study

Sep 10, 2025 10:47AM ● By Susan Meeker

The Gridley City Council on Sept. 2 approved a proposal to re-engage Utility Financial Solutions for a follow-up cost-of-service study aimed at evaluating the financial health of the city’s electric, water and sewer enterprise funds.

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Consultant Contract Approved to Oversee Solar Panel Project

Aug 27, 2025 09:40AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Aug. 20 meeting, the Live Oak City Council considered a contract with JC Nelson Consulting for project management of a solar panel project for the city’s wastewater treatment facility.

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Biggs City Clerk Roben Benish administers the oath of office to Zack Brown

New Biggs Council Member Sworn In

Aug 27, 2025 09:31AM ● By Susan Meeker

The City of Biggs is back to having a full council following the appointment of Zach Brown during a special meeting on Aug. 20.

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Biggs Commits to Industrial Park Reforms

Aug 20, 2025 02:24PM ● By Susan Meeker

The City of Biggs has formally responded to the 2024–2025 Butte County Grand Jury report, which found serious governance lapses at the Biggs Industrial Park.

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Council Votes to Remove Virtual Public Participation Option for City Meetings

Aug 20, 2025 02:23PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Aug. 6 meeting of the Live Oak City Council, resident Dale Carlson submitted a written public comment regarding a 2.5% fee increase for parcels in the Community Facilities District (CFD) 2004-1, which was approved at the July 16 meeting.

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LaMalfa Town Hall Turns Ugly

Aug 13, 2025 01:16PM ● By Seti Long

Despite the early morning hour, reportedly hundreds of individuals waited outside the Chico Elks Lodge Monday Aug. 11 to attend a short-notice town hall meeting hosted by Congressman Doug LaMalfa.

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Gallagher Honors Women at 2025 District 3 Woman of the Year Ceremony

Aug 12, 2025 04:06PM ● By Assemblyman James Gallagher Office News Release

At a special luncheon at the Sicilian Café in Chico, Assemblyman James Gallagher celebrated the exceptional contributions of seven distinguished women from Assembly District 3 with his annual Woman of the Year awards.

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One Way or Two?

Aug 06, 2025 09:06AM ● By Connie Voss

Biggs City Council Considers Changing Directions

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Biggs Moves Quickly on Electric Utility Emergency

Aug 06, 2025 08:48AM ● By Susan Meeker

The City of Biggs is confronting an increasingly urgent financial crisis within its electric utility, which prompted a $1 million emergency transfer from the city’s General Fund reserves to offset historic losses.

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Gridley Council Takes Care of Business

Jul 30, 2025 09:16AM ● By Connie Voss

At the regular city council meeting on July 25, the council unanimously approved a total of nine items. Councilmembers J. Angel Calderon and Catalina Sanchez were not in attendance.

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Council Approves Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025-2026

Jul 23, 2025 03:17PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the July 16 meeting, the Live Oak City Council held a public hearing to consider adding past-due water and sewer accounts to the Solano County property tax roll, for collection as liens against the properties.

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Biggs Residents Voice Concerns

Jul 09, 2025 04:27PM ● By Connie Voss

At the most recent Biggs City Council meeting on June 30, a good share of the time was spent hearing matters from local citizens.

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Biggs Housing Project Stalled

Jul 02, 2025 04:40PM ● By Connie Voss

Multiple items were presented, including the affordable housing project proposed by Realtor Kory Hamman, during the June 24 regular Biggs City Council meeting.

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State Deadline Threatens Shut Down of Local Gas Stations

Jun 25, 2025 10:14AM ● By California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) News Release

The California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) is urging the Legislature to take immediate action to prevent a fuel supply and affordability crisis.

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City of Live Oak Reaffirms Commitment to Progress and Public Service Amid Ongoing Developments

Jun 20, 2025 04:52PM ● By City of Live Oak News Release

The City of Live Oak is aware of the recent arrest of Councilmember Aaron Pamma. At this time, the city is monitoring the situation and will continue to assess any developments as more information becomes available.

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Biggs to Hold Special Election

Jun 19, 2025 08:49AM ● By Connie Voss

During a special Biggs City Council meeting at 10 a.m. June 13, Interim City Administrator Cliff Wagner began the meeting by speaking about the importance of having a yearly financial audit.

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Newly-promoted Battalion Chief Roque Zarate shakes Chief Garrett Sjolund’s hand after being led in a badge pinning ceremony

Roque Zarate Promoted

Jun 12, 2025 09:36AM ● By Seti Long

On the morning of June 4, CAL FIRE Butte County Chief Garrett Sjolund had the opportunity to swear in two new promoted battalion chiefs, one hailing from Gridley.

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The City Council congratulated the 2025 Live Oak Major Girls Little League for winning the Tournament of Champions.

Council Honors Sheriff’s Department, Girls’ Little League

Jun 12, 2025 08:48AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

New Social Media Policy Could Reduce Violations

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Gridley Budget is Good, Pineda Says

Jun 05, 2025 08:53AM ● By Connie Voss

After a lengthy budget presentation at the June 2 City Council meeting, Gridley Finance Director Martin Pineda assured the council that the 2025-26 city budget is in good shape.

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Consultant Alison Lechowicz explained the proposed increases to the water fund rates at the City Council’s Prop. 218 public hearing

Live Oak Council Approves Water Rate Increase

Jun 05, 2025 08:50AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Live Oak City Council held a Proposition 218 Public Hearing on May 28 to consider potential water rate increases to cover the operations of the city’s water system, which delivers water to approximately 2,800 customer accounts.

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Biggs City Council honored retiring city accountant Roy Seiler

Fires and Housing Hot Topics in Biggs

May 22, 2025 11:14AM ● By Connie Voss

The May 13 Biggs City Council meeting started with recognition of retiring City Accountant Roy Seiler. Mayor James “Bo” Sheppard praised Seiler’s 15 years of dedication and professionalism in his service to the community.

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