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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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Live Oak Explores Water System Privatization

May 15, 2025 09:07AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

Live Oak City Council considered a letter of opposition to the proposed California Senate Bill 79 (SB 79) during its May 7 meeting.

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Gridley Council Approves Wildfire Protection Plan

May 08, 2025 02:53PM ● By Connie Voss

Gridley City Council had a busy regular meeting on May 5.

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Rep. LaMalfa Announces New High-Tech Air Force Mission at Beale AFB

May 07, 2025 10:59AM ● By Office of Representative Doug LaMalfa News Release

— Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) announced May 2 that Beale Air Force Base (AFB) has been selected as the preferred location for the Air Force’s new Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) Aircraft Readiness Unit, a major step forward in securing the base’s future role in next-generation defense technology.

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Mayor Bo Sheppard attended a six-day federal policy conference in Washington, D.C. last week on behalf of the City of Biggs.

Housing Dispute Reheats in Biggs

May 01, 2025 09:24AM ● By Connie Voss

The April 22 Biggs City Council meeting began with public comment from Amanda Mattos regarding Realtor Kory Hamman’s embattled low-income housing project.

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Gridley Council Told Sidewalks Need Repair

Apr 24, 2025 09:26AM ● By Connie Voss

Information was presented by Marcus Beverly, program manager for the Northern California Cities Self Insurance Fund (NCCSIF) Alliant Insurance Services at the Gridley City Council’s bimonthly meeting on April 21.

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Live Oak Hires New Interim City Manager

Apr 24, 2025 08:48AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Live Oak City Council held a special meeting on April 7, with a closed session to discuss the dismissal of the current Interim City Manager Richard Crabtree, as well as the recruitment of a new interim city manager.

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Biggs Searches for New City Administrator

Apr 10, 2025 09:27AM ● By Connie Voss

During the regular April 8 Biggs City Council meeting, Biggs Interim City Administrator Cliff Wagner announced that the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) regulations require that active recruitment for a permanent city administrator be in progress for him to continue in the interim position.

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Gridley Council Considers Expanding Feather Flyer Service

Apr 10, 2025 09:16AM ● By Connie Voss

During the April 7 Gridley City Council meeting, two newly-promoted employees were recognized: Deputy City Clerk Carmen Santana and Assistant Finance Director Patricia Taverner, the former business services director.

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Rep. LaMalfa Recognized for Leadership in Forestry and Rural Industry

Apr 09, 2025 11:00AM ● By Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) was selected to receive the 2025 Congressional Leadership Award from the American Loggers Council (ALC) and the American Biomass Energy Association (ABEA) for his work to support the timber and biomass industries, improve forest management, and reduce wildfire risks.

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Gallagher Calls for Federal Audit of Soaring Medi-Cal Costs

Apr 02, 2025 09:08AM ● By Assemblyman James Gallagher News Release

While vulnerable patients struggle to access care, out-of-control spending takes away from other priorities.

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Solar Contractor Warns Biggs Council

Mar 28, 2025 09:07AM ● By Connie Voss

The first bi-monthly Biggs City Council meeting kicked off March 24 with public comments, when resident James Wilson addressed the council saying it was non-compliant with the California Solar Rights Act.

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Council Approves $3.5 Million for Water Fund Deficit

Mar 28, 2025 08:50AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Live Oak City Council voted unanimously to fill two vacancies on the Planning Commission during the March 19 meeting.

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Gallagher, Dahle Act to Address Flood Concerns in Butte County

Mar 25, 2025 09:42AM ● By Assembly Republican Caucus News Release

On March 10, Assemblyman James Gallagher (R-East Nicolaus) and Senator Megan Dahle (R-Bieber) announced legislative action to address public safety in the Five-Mile Basin, a crucial flood control system in the City of Chico and Butte County.

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Assembly Republicans Demand Urgent Action on Public Safety

Mar 25, 2025 09:35AM ● By Assembly Republican Caucus News Release

On March 13, Assembly Republicans joined law enforcement leaders and victims’ rights advocates to call for swift and decisive action to address the public safety challenges facing California.

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Reps. LaMalfa, Thompson, Murphy, and Panetta Introduce Disaster Mitigation and Tax Parity Act

Mar 25, 2025 09:32AM ● By Office of Congressman Doug LaMalfa News Release

On March 5, Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale), Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA), Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (R-NC), and Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) introduced the Disaster Mitigation and Tax Parity Act.

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