City of Chico Dedicating Eleven Public Utility Easements to Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) Along SR32

The City of Chico is dedicating eleven public utility easements to the Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) along State Route 32 in Butte County, California. These easements are located within three City-owned parcels identified as APNs 063-290-011, 063-290-016, and 063-290-062. The primary objective of this action is to allow PG&E to install anchor supports within eleven 75-square-foot areas to stabilize existing overhead electrical lines. This project is necessary to address structural vulnerabilities and post-fire conditions resulting from the Park Fire, thereby reducing the risk of future failures and improving public safety and electrical reliability. The project is managed by the City of Chico Public Works Department, with Tracy R. Bettencourt serving as the Senior Planner and primary point of contact. A Notice of Exemption was filed on January 9, 2026, under CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3), indicating that the project will have no significant environmental impact. While the administrative filing fees for the Notice of Exemption totaled 52.50 dollars, the overall contract value and specific performance period are not specified in the provided documentation.