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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Bakersfield public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan
The board reviewed the city's updated long-term water management and shortage contingency plans, which guide local water reliability and conservation strategies.
Secondary Effluent Supply Contract with RG Fanucchi Inc
The board took up a proposal to authorize contract negotiations for supplying secondary effluent to RG Fanucchi Inc.
Downtown Drainage Infrastructure and NPDES Compliance
The committee discussed downtown drainage challenges and compliance with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations. Staff recommended the committee receive and file the presentation.
Community Choice Aggregation & Municipal Energy Exploration
The city explored launching a local energy program or partnering on solar and microgrid projects to lower electricity bills and attract businesses, though questions remain about startup costs and risks.