Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of September.
Good morning, Chico.
🏘️ Community
The Chico Area Recreation & Park District completed upgrades at Hooker Oak Park with two new ADA parking spots, one upgraded spot, paths, a bridge to the ramp and an ADA fountain at Picnic Site 1 funded by CARD's 2026 Fiscal Year ADA Improvements budget; playground upgrades are coming later.
📰 Economy
Chico residents could see a 10% savings on electricity bills when Pioneer Community Energy, a nonprofit provider, begins service in October 2027 — PG&E bills will show separate charges for energy generation and distribution.
🏛️ Government
The City of Chico is reviewing e-bike rules in Bidwell Park to allow only Class 1 pedal-assist bikes on natural trails and restrict others to roads.
The Bidwell Park and Playground Commission meets Monday at 6 p.m. to review the proposal, and the City Council may soon update the code.
Starting Monday, drivers on Highway 99 north of Chico encountered delays from one-way controls between Anita Road and Wilson Landing Road and paving near Keefer Road; Caltrans scheduled work from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Thursday, causing 10 to 15 minute delays.
Chico city leaders are considering rules to allow only Class 1 e-bikes on Bidwell Park trails, while banning faster Class 2 and 3 models.
The Bidwell Park & Playground Commission will review the proposal at 6 p.m. today and make recommendations to the City Council.
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