City of Redding Podcast

Today we connect with Captain Chris Smyrnos of the Redding Police Department about the new RPD Strategic Plan. This strategic plan represents a comprehensive and focus-centered approach to public safety, community engagement, and crime prevention in Redding. It outlines the department's goals and priorities for the coming years and reflects a commitment to transparency, innovation, and collab...

Maintaining the city's sewer system requires a lot of work, but if the city staff is doing the job correctly, you shouldn’t even realize the work is being done.   Today, we speak with Kevin Garner, Public Works Supervisor for the Wastewater Division, about the work his team does every day to ensure our sewer system is flowing properly. Part of this important work entails inspecting manholes a...

In case you missed it, City of Redding Utilities launches a new online bill pay system and the Freedom Festival gears up for one of the largest fireworks displays in the State. This and more news from the week of July 1st, 2024. Read the transcript>> Contact the City of Redding Podcast Team Email us at podcast@cityofredding.org Connect with us on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Visit the Ci...

Today, we connect with Shannon Phillips, the Chief Operating Officer of the McConnell Foundation, which is dedicated to enriching the community through philanthropy and innovative projects. We’ll learn about the McConnell Foundation and explore its impact on our city. From its origins to its ongoing initiatives, we'll uncover why the McConnell Foundation is important to the Redding community....

In this latest City Council recap from Tuesday, June 18, 2024: Parks and Rec Month New Redding Police School Resource Officer contract with the Shasta Union High School District Sacramento River Trail Repairs Basketball facility feasibility study Redding Electric Utility Self-Help Home Improvement Project Please find additional resources below for more information on these topics. Council Meeting...

In case you missed it,  BANDALOOP returns to the Sundial Bridge for the 20-year celebration, and the Battle of the Badges blood drive is back. This and more from the week of June 10, 2024. Read the Transcript here>> Contact the City of Redding Podcast Team Email us at podcast@cityofredding.org Connect with us on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Visit the City of Redding website Love the podc...

In this latest City Council recap from Tuesday, June 4, 2024: Newly appointed Shasta Economic Development president presentation Housing Action Plan Car wash and coffee kiosk discussions at the Costco shopping center Redding Electric Utility report on electric vehicles Please find additional resources below for more information on these topics. Council Meeting Agenda>> Council Meeting Video&...

In case you missed it, RABA offers free bus rides this summer, and the 31st annual Shasta County Veterans Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, May 30 at the Redding Civic Auditorium. This and more news from the week of May 20, 2024. Read the transcript here>> Contact the City of Redding Podcast Team Email us at podcast@cityofredding.org Connect with us on Facebook , Twitter and Instagr...

In August 2023, the Redding Police Department officially launched body-worn cameras in Redding. Nearly a year later, Chief Barner joins us to discuss the program's successes, learning curves, and challenges.  During a recent update to the Redding City Council, Chief Barner highlighted an example of how body camera footage provides transparency to what previously has been a subjective topic. W...

In case you missed it, the City of Redding is offering free compost, Redding Recreation Junior Lifeguards are gearing up for the Summer, Jr. Giants Baseball still has open spots and Rodeo Week kicks off in Redding. This and more news from the week of May 13, 2024. Read the transcript here>>     Contact the City of Redding Podcast Team Email us at podcast@cityofredding.org Connect with us on...

In this latest City Council recap from Tuesday, May 7, 2024: Redding Planning Commission Chair Aaron Hatch remains in place Short Term Rental Update, one year after new ordinance regulations Redding Police update on Minor Tobacco Decoy Operations REU's 2024 Wildfire Mitigation Plan Overview Placer Streets gets emergency construction funding Please find additional resources below for more info...

In case you missed it, RABA offers free transportation for Shasta County Jurors and now is a great time to book Summer Travel with the Redding Airport. Plus, there are great events happening this weekend, including First Fridays Downtown, a new Art Hunger show, and a book sale at the Redding Library. This and more in this week's news recap for the week of April 29, 2024.  Read the transcript...

Today, we're venturing into the often-overlooked but vitally important realm of city code enforcement. In every city, there's a team dedicated to maintaining the standards that keep our neighborhoods safe, clean, and vibrant. And in Redding, that responsibility falls into the capable hands of the Code Enforcement Division. We connect with Seth and Amanda from the Code Enforcement Divisio...

In case you missed it, Shasta County is transitioning to a new Public Warning System and it’s the final week to prep those burn piles before the burn season closes. This and more from this news recap from the week of April 22, 2024. Read the transcript>> Contact the City of Redding Podcast Team Email us at podcast@cityofredding.org Connect with us on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Visit th...

In case you missed it, RABA and Redding Bikeshare partner for Free Bike rides and the City of Redding receives a 3.5 million dollar grant to help fund the reimagining of South City Park. This and more from this news recap from the week of April 15, 2024. Read the transcript>> Contact the City of Redding Podcast Team Email us at podcast@cityofredding.org Connect with us on Facebook , Twitter...

In this latest City Council recap from Tuesday, April 16, 2024, Public Works Director Michael Webb provides an overview. Some of the items discussed included: Redding Rancheria Environmental Impact Report Redding Planner Commissioner terms and qualifications Redding Police Body Worn Cameras Downtown Parking Please find additional resources below for more information on these topics. Council Meetin...

In case you missed it, RABA launched a new vanpool service, and Redding Police joins Cops & Cones, a family-friendly ice cream event with the Children’s Legacy Center. This and more from this news recap from the week of April 8, 2024. Read the transcript>> Contact the City of Redding Podcast Team Email us at podcast@cityofredding.org Connect with us on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Vi...

In case you missed it, the Redding Farmers Market starts this weekend, Vine and Dine tickets are now on sale, and Shasta Regional Transportation Agency needs your feedback. This and more from this news recap from the week of April 1, 2024. Read the transcript>> Contact the City of Redding Podcast Team Email us at podcast@cityofredding.org Connect with us on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram V...

In case you missed it, the Redding City Council passed the 2045 General Plan and community input is needed for State Route 273 improvements. This and more news from the week of 3.25.34. Read the transcript>> Contact the City of Redding Podcast Team Email us at podcast@cityofredding.org Connect with us on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Visit the City of Redding website Love the podcast? The...

The City of Redding Podcast is starting a new series called In Case You Missed It to recap city departments' and community partners' weekly news stories. This recap from the week of 3.18.24 features news about REU's new online bill pay system,  a special City Council Meeting to review, discuss, and approve the 2045 General Plan, and more. Read the Transcript>>  Contact the Cit...

Today, we sit down with new Community Services Director Travis Menne to discuss his background, qualifications, hopes, and plans for the department under his leadership. With over 40 million dollars in capital projects in the works - from the new bike park in Caldwell Park, Shastina Ranch Park, Panorama Park, and South City Park - to name a few, there is no shortage of work projects.  Travis talks...

In this latest City Council recap from Tuesday, February 6th, 2024, Development Services Director Jeremy Pagan provides an overview. Some of the items discussed included: Information regarding new state grants awarded to the City of Redding Tobacco Retailing Emergency Housing Sites Development Services presentation on discretionary permitting Please find additional resources below for more informa...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to walk in the shoes of a police officer? Or sought to understand the intricacies of modern policing in your community? Look no further. Today we connect with Redding Police Chief Brian Barner and Lietenant Tim Renault to learn about the new Citizen Police Academy. In this course, community members will have the opportunity to dive deep into the world of...

With almost 500k visits to the Redding Library each year, if you haven’t been, you're missing out. In today’s episode, we talk with Jared Tolman, Library Director for the Shasta Public Libraries, which includes the Redding, Anderson, and Burney Branches.  We cover library safety, strategic plans, and cool amenities you may not know the library offers. Jared is passionate about what libraries...

In today’s episode, we sit down with Redding Police Captain Brian Cole and Lieutenant Jonathan Sheldon to discuss their roles and responsibilities on a fully staffed Redding Police force.  We’ll learn how the bike team enhances community policing by patrolling with a more personal community engagement strategy and forming key relationships with business owners. We also explore the successes and tr...