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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tehama County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Groundwater Fees and Flood Control
A resident warned that every property in 14 Northern California counties may face a well water fee even without a well, calling it discriminatory and possibly unconstitutional under the cost-of-service cap.
Mineral sewer system deterioration
The Mineral sanitation district completed $277,000 in sewer repairs cutting water infiltration in half, but the plant is 35-40 years old and more repairs are needed — a factor in the district's recent fee increase.
Sanitation District 1 operations
Three ordinances were introduced to clean up the district's fee structure and simplify collection — possibly putting fees on the property tax roll. Final adoption comes in two weeks.
Golden State Connect broadband project
Supervisor Hansen reported the countywide broadband project is rebidding with cost increases but still coming to Tehama County, with shovels in the ground hoped for by August.