Aug 18, 2026·Carried 5–2·water/utilities·item 6.2.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hawley and seconded by Councilmember Winslow to discuss exploring sending an official letter to the Vina Groundwater Sustainability Agency regarding the upcoming Vina GSA Water Sustainability program outli… The whole motion
A motion was made by Councilmember Hawley and seconded by Councilmember Winslow to discuss exploring sending an official letter to the Vina Groundwater Sustainability Agency regarding the upcoming Vina GSA Water Sustainability program outlining how the final plan could affect the City of Chico. Councilmember O'Brien made a friendly amendment requesting a presentation so that they understand exactly what the letter would be for. This friendly amendment was not accepted.
Aye Goldstein, Hawley, Winslow, Bennett, Reynolds
No O'Brien, van Overbeek
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Jul 14, 2026·Carried 6–0·water/utilities·item 5.6.
A motion was made by Councilmember Winslow and seconded by Councilmember Goldstein to agendize a discussion with Bidwell Park & Playground to discuss ways to improve the water quality of the Big Chico Creek, including the understanding of i… The whole motion
A motion was made by Councilmember Winslow and seconded by Councilmember Goldstein to agendize a discussion with Bidwell Park & Playground to discuss ways to improve the water quality of the Big Chico Creek, including the understanding of it, and bring recommendations back to the Council. Also, request a presentation from Dr. Bodin. Finally, direct staff to look into participating in a swimmer illness study. Councilmember O'Brien made a friendly amendment to try and determine a cause for the contamination so something could be done about it. Also, allow for action to be taken once there is…
Aye Goldstein, Hawley, O'Brien, Winslow, Bennett, Reynolds
Absent van Overbeek
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Jul 14, 2026·Carried 6–0·water/utilities·item 5.3.
A motion was made by Councilmember O'Brien and seconded by Councilmember Winslow to adopt the following resolutions: RESOLUTION NO. 52-26 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO AMENDING CHICO MUNICIPAL CODE (CMC) SECTION 18R.… The whole motion
A motion was made by Councilmember O'Brien and seconded by Councilmember Winslow to adopt the following resolutions: RESOLUTION NO. 52-26 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO AMENDING CHICO MUNICIPAL CODE (CMC) SECTION 18R.08.080 - UTILITY SERVICES - Codified RESOLUTION NO. 53-26 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO AMENDING TITLE 18R DESIGN CRITERIA AND IMPROVEMENT STANDARDS OF THE CHICO MUNICIPAL CODE - Codified
Aye Goldstein, Hawley, O'Brien, Winslow, Bennett, Reynolds
Absent van Overbeek
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Jul 14, 2026·Carried 5–1·water/utilities·item 5.2.
The original motion, to refer these options to the Internal Affairs Committee,
Aye Goldstein, O'Brien, Winslow, Bennett, Reynolds
No Hawley
Absent van Overbeek
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Jul 14, 2026·Failed 3–3·water/utilities·item 5.2.
A substitute motion was made by Councilmember Winslow and seconded by Councilmember Hawley to send only Option 2 to the Internal Affairs Committee to have staff come back with recommendations and key decision points.
Aye Goldstein, Hawley, Winslow
No O'Brien, Bennett, Reynolds
Absent van Overbeek
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Jul 14, 2026·Carried 6–0·water/utilities·item 4.1.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Bennett and seconded by Councilmember Goldstein to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION 51-26 - RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO ORDERING ABANDONMENT AND VACATION OF A PORTION OF A PUBLIC … The whole motion
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Bennett and seconded by Councilmember Goldstein to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION 51-26 - RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO ORDERING ABANDONMENT AND VACATION OF A PORTION OF A PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT PURSUANT TO THE PUBLIC STREETS, HIGHWAYS AND SERVICE EASEMENTS VACATION LAW (APN: 015-210-057)
Aye Goldstein, Hawley, O'Brien, Winslow, Bennett, Reynolds
Absent van Overbeek
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Jun 2, 2026·Carried 7–0·water/utilities·item 6.2.
A motion was made by Councilmember Winslow and seconded by Councilmember Hawley to agendize discussion of water quality in Big Chico Creek. ,
Aye Goldstein, Hawley, O'Brien, van Overbeek, Winslow, Bennett, Reynolds
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May 19, 2026·Carried 7–0·water/utilities·item 5.4.
A motion was made by Councilmember van Overbeek and seconded by Vice Mayor Bennett to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION NO. 37-26 - RESOLUTION OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO APPROVING AN INTERFUND LOAN FROM THE WORKERS COMPEN… The whole motion
A motion was made by Councilmember van Overbeek and seconded by Vice Mayor Bennett to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION NO. 37-26 - RESOLUTION OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO APPROVING AN INTERFUND LOAN FROM THE WORKERS COMPENSATION INSURANCE RESERVE FUND TO THE FIBER UTILITY FUND
Aye Goldstein, Hawley, O'Brien, van Overbeek, Winslow, Bennett, Reynolds
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May 19, 2026·Carried 7–0·water/utilities·item 5.3.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Bennett and seconded by Councilmember O'Brien to introduce the following ordinance by reading of title only: ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO AMENDING SECTION 15.36.072 OF THE CHICO MUNICIPA… The whole motion
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Bennett and seconded by Councilmember O'Brien to introduce the following ordinance by reading of title only: ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO AMENDING SECTION 15.36.072 OF THE CHICO MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO COLLECTION OF DELINQUENT SEWER FEES
Aye Goldstein, Hawley, O'Brien, van Overbeek, Winslow, Bennett, Reynolds
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May 19, 2026·Carried 5–2·water/utilities·item 5.1.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hawley and seconded by Councilmember Goldstein to direct staff to bring back more information regarding a need-based program for sewer fees and to research eligibility criteria for low-income individuals. … The whole motion
A motion was made by Councilmember Hawley and seconded by Councilmember Goldstein to direct staff to bring back more information regarding a need-based program for sewer fees and to research eligibility criteria for low-income individuals. This item is to be brought back at the June 16th meeting.
Aye Goldstein, Hawley, O'Brien, Winslow, Reynolds
No van Overbeek, Bennett
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