He also gives some fun details on Redding’s water sources, just how many miles of pipe are in the City, and how he and his team ensure the water stays clean and always on.  Some key water projects are coming up to help address aging infrastructure, including the use of new technology to help in water utility efforts.

Redding is fortunate to have access to multiple water sources and to have a small but mighty team managing those efforts to keep your tap water flowing.

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 In today’s episode, we talk with Assistant City Manager Steve Bade about housing in the City of Redding.  We’ll cover what our current vacancy rate is and what that means in terms of housing availability. We also talk about income-eligible housing, housing for the unsheltered in our community, and Short Term Rentals' effect on our housing stock.

So are we in a housing crisis in Redding? Steve Bade doesn’t think so, but there is no single solution to address all the different housing needs in the community. Between the economy and the cost of construction, things are not getting any easier. But he has reason to be hopeful, and we think you will too. 

Redding is working on housing solutions from multiple angles, and while results won’t appear overnight, things are moving in a positive direction.

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If you visited any larger city, you know public transportation is a big part of life for millions of Americans. Here in Redding, life without a car is a challenge.- but that could change in the next few years.

Enter John Andoh, the new General Transit manager for the Redding Area Bus Authority. He comes to us with over 20 years of experience in the transit industry in several municipalities. He has big plans for what public transportation can look like in our area and acknowledges that the system today has some inefficiencies. 

Cities are diversifying their transportation options, and John wants to look at what's possible in Redding. Think small car share options, mobile pay, on-demand RABA service, and more. His passion for technology and innovation is evident.

So you may never have experienced RABA, but big changes might have you rethinking your use of public transit in Redding. And if you do, be on the lookout for John.  He makes it a point to take RABA everywhere he can, including to work every day.

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In this latest City Council recap, Development Services Director Jeremy Pagan updates us on what was discussed, including:

• Council's decisions on Short-Term Rental Ordinance updates
• Redding Electric Utility quarterly budget update
• Public Works Stormwater trash control measures

For more information on these topics and more, please find additional resources below.

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Did you know that nearly 40% of food in America is wasted? Food is best if used - period! With careful planning and better food recycling resources, our community can help address hunger and protect the environment simultaneously.

Enter Senate Bill 1383, a law recently passed in California requiring businesses and residents to compost or recycle food waste, including wasted food from the refrigerator, expired items, and table scraps. Locally, this bill will help support those with food insecurities in our community while maintaining valuable space in the local landfill and reducing the release of harmful gasses into the environment. 

What does this mean for Redding residents? Public Works Supervisor Jeff Hansen updates us on the SB1383 rollout already in place with food-generating businesses here in Redding. The residential rollout is slated for the end of summer, and Jeff shares how this change will impact local trash services. 

In case you need a refresher on SB1383, Katie and Steve reshare their conversation with Deputy Director of Public Works Paul Clemens from last year to better understand what SB1383 means in the larger trash industry and how it will impact Redding. 

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Another short council meeting and short recap this week! Katie and Steve recap the Council Meeting from Tuesday, May 2nd in this episode including:

•  California Peace Officers Memorial Day and National Police Week in the City of Redding.
• Increase of the contract with No Boundaries to add an additional 20 hotel rooms for transitional housing options for the unsheltered.
• Free Public Parking for the annual Asphalt Cowboys Pancake Breakfast
• 2023-2024 Action Plan for The City of Redding Housing Division
• REU's 2023 Wildfire Mitigation Plan

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A short council meeting and an extra short recap this week! An update on the Panorama Park project was the big item of the night along with a few items regarding property for a future Firehouse and a fee-to-trust application from the Redding Rancheria.

Listen as Kim Niemer, Community Services Director, provides a recap of the April 18th Redding City Council Meeting.

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Today we are hoping you stick with us through an update on the General Plan.  Now before we lose anyone, the General Plan is 20-year planning document that has a massive impact on the future of our City. And community involvement plays a key role in how the plan is put together.

Steve and I joke all the time that our podcast topics aren’t always super interesting to most people, but believe me, you’ll want to understand what this document does - and doesn’t - do so you have a better understanding of how the City makes decisions.

In today’s episode, we talk with Kent Manuel and Jeremy Pagan about what might change in this General Plan, and why you should care. After all, 20 years is a long time and, while nothing is set in stone, the General Plan is a guiding document that will be referenced long into the future. 
 

Fun fact, Kent oversaw the general plan development for Redding 20 years ago, so this isn’t his first Rodeo. He has a wealth of knowledge and can speak to what has been done in previous plans and what's new in this version.

We don’t expect you to take notes, but you should know what the General Plan is and how to get involved if you feel so inclined. 

To take the community survey visit: cityofredding.org/generalplan

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In the latest City Council recap, Steve and Katie give a brief rundown on what was discussed, including:

• A new Landscape Maintenance District at Rancho and Airport Roads
• Discussion on Senate Bill 423 for affordable housing
• Turtle Bay Boat Ramp update
• Enterprise Park and the Grand Jury
• and more!

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In the latest City Council recap, Steve and Katie give a brief rundown on what was discussed, including:

• A public hearing to consider Rezoning Application RZ-2023-00236 and ordinance amending Redding Municipal Code pertaining to Zoning text cleanups. 
  
  
• A public hearing to consider an appeal application, initiated by several appellants, regarding the Planning Commission's approval of the application for planned development for the Bethel Church on Collyer Drive Campus, located at 2080 Collyer Drive in Redding.  

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Council Meeting Agenda>>
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