New people and businesses moving into an area impact a community in numerous ways, especially the city's pocketbook. With an increase in demand for services, the challenge is paying for them. This is a major issue facing Redding's city government.
To understand the debate, let's begin with an overview of Redding's current financial situation.
Redding provides the standard municipal services for its residents and businesses. These include police and fire safety, water, sewage, storm drainage, road maintenance, and parks and recreational facilities. In addition, the city operates an electric utility, two airports, a solid waste transfer and recycling facility, a library, a convention center, a municipal bus service, a landfill, and an emergency response center.
