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Wave of Public Feedback Prompts Council to Table Riverfront Land Proposal
Marge Cantrell emphasized the importance of keeping Redding’s natural beauty and small-town feel front-and-center. “Every town doesn’t have to have a Disney,” Cantrell said.
Public Comments Welcome at the Redding City Council’s Discussion of Riverfront Land Options Tonight
The discussion centers around a proposal by two developers and two non-profits to develop key riverfront land.
City Releases Controversial Riverfront Land Proposal
The proposal from Populous, K2, Turtle Bay and McConnell to buy prime riverfront land will be discussed as part of an open session of Tuesday’s City Council meeting. At that meeting the Council could decide to enter into a non-binding agreement with developers or declare almost 200 acres of riverfront land surplus.
Proposed Fountain Wind Changes Sent To County Supervisors
ConnectGen is appealing a June denial of the controversial energy project by the Shasta County Planning Commission. They say their newly proposed modifications will reduce the scope of the project and provide “enhanced benefits” to the Pit River Tribe, which continues to oppose the project.
Dacquisto Calls for Public Disclosure of Riverfront Land Proposal Documents
During a tense end to Tuesday’s meeting Council Member Dacquisto called for the disclosure of the K2, Populous and McConnell Foundation proposal that was submitted to Council. Shasta Scout followed up with city staff and others. Here’s what we found.
Facts and Fears: What Shasta County Needs to Know About COVID Vaccines
Misinformation abounds. We've fact-checked. Here's What You Need to Know
Transparency Concerns Swirl Around Redding’s Riverfront Land Negotiations
A lawyer specializing in Brown Act violations said the city's lack of transparency should be seen as a "red flag."
City Will Consider Deal for Prime Riverfront Land Including Rodeo Grounds, Civic Auditorium and Riverfront Park
This is a developing story. Shasta Scout is reaching out to relevant parties for comment and further information.
Local Gubernatorial Candidate Le Roux Says She Can Manage COVID Without Vaccine or School Mask Mandates
Le Roux attended Thursday’s “Medical Freedom Rally" - a local protest against vaccine mandates for healthcare workers.
Wave of Public Feedback Prompts Council to Table Riverfront Land Proposal
Marge Cantrell emphasized the importance of keeping Redding’s natural beauty and small-town feel front-and-center. “Every town doesn’t have to have a Disney,” Cantrell said.
Public Comments Welcome at the Redding City Council’s Discussion of Riverfront Land Options Tonight
The discussion centers around a proposal by two developers and two non-profits to develop key riverfront land.
City Releases Controversial Riverfront Land Proposal
The proposal from Populous, K2, Turtle Bay and McConnell to buy prime riverfront land will be discussed as part of an open session of Tuesday’s City Council meeting. At that meeting the Council could decide to enter into a non-binding agreement with developers or declare almost 200 acres of riverfront land surplus.
Proposed Fountain Wind Changes Sent To County Supervisors
ConnectGen is appealing a June denial of the controversial energy project by the Shasta County Planning Commission. They say their newly proposed modifications will reduce the scope of the project and provide “enhanced benefits” to the Pit River Tribe, which continues to oppose the project.
Dacquisto Calls for Public Disclosure of Riverfront Land Proposal Documents
During a tense end to Tuesday’s meeting Council Member Dacquisto called for the disclosure of the K2, Populous and McConnell Foundation proposal that was submitted to Council. Shasta Scout followed up with city staff and others. Here’s what we found.
Facts and Fears: What Shasta County Needs to Know About COVID Vaccines
Misinformation abounds. We've fact-checked. Here's What You Need to Know
Transparency Concerns Swirl Around Redding’s Riverfront Land Negotiations
A lawyer specializing in Brown Act violations said the city's lack of transparency should be seen as a "red flag."
City Will Consider Deal for Prime Riverfront Land Including Rodeo Grounds, Civic Auditorium and Riverfront Park
This is a developing story. Shasta Scout is reaching out to relevant parties for comment and further information.
Local Gubernatorial Candidate Le Roux Says She Can Manage COVID Without Vaccine or School Mask Mandates
Le Roux attended Thursday’s “Medical Freedom Rally" - a local protest against vaccine mandates for healthcare workers.