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Shasta County Board of Education Won’t Censure Board Member Authur Gorman
SCOE Board Member Authur Gorman’s behavior towards a transgender parent both online and during private comments at a May Board meeting have come under scrutiny. Gorman says his freedom of speech was threatened by the Board’s consideration of censuring him at the public’s request. His fellow Board members said they’re simply asking for professional behavior and respect.
Shasta County Pushes Back On State’s Involvement In Fountain Wind Decision
Shasta County's Acting County Counsel says the state agency does not have jurisdiction to consider approving the Fountain Wind Project after it was already denied twice at the local level. We share more.
Update: Disruption Closes Shasta County Supervisor Chambers For Over An Hour
A second attempt by Shasta County Board Chair Patrick Jones to evict political activist and Shasta County community member Nathan Pinkney from the chambers ended in a standoff that temporarily closed down the Board meeting. The Board successfully restarted business more than an hour later, and continued their work without incident.
County Supervisor Kevin Crye’s Connection To MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell Back In the Spotlight
Crye’s just been announced as a speaker at an upcoming election summit being held by Lindell. He says he's no longer participating. Also, was Crye's March trip to speak with Lindell a legitimate county business expense? We explain.
Planning Commission Reviews Draft Environmental Impact Report for Redding’s General Plan Update
State law requires the City to prepare an Environment Impact Report when updating the City’s General Plan, an overarching planning document that provides a high level blueprint for development. This week, Redding Planning Commissioners met to submit their comments on the Draft EIR. The public is also welcome to weigh in until August 28.
Save Gateway Committee Ends Recall Attempt Of School Board Members Lindsi and Elias Haynes
Recall proponents had only 10 days left to gather signatures when they announced they were discontinuing their efforts. They say they are pivoting towards supporting a qualified candidate to run for Gateway's open Board position instead. Their press release was timed to coordinate with a candidate announcement for that open seat, which will be filled by special election in November.
Meet Matt Plummer For Shasta County Supervisor
The District 4 seat for the Shasta County Board of Supervisors will be up for grabs in 2024. It's currently held by Board Chair Patrick Jones. Matt Plummer says he's running for the seat because he can bring increased stability and a more effective approach to the workings of local government.
Shasta County’s Withdrawal From NorCal Continuum of Care Leadership Threatens Access to State and Federal Housing Funding Across Seven Counties
The County’s decision to end its role as “lead agency” of the NorCal Continuum of Care leaves housing leaders and nonprofit service providers across seven North State counties struggling for next steps to maintain millions in funding for those at risk.