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Park commission approves permits for mountain-bike race, roller-skate relay and school forest program; minutes approved with abstentions
Summary
The City of Chico Park and Natural Resources Commission approved the meeting minutes and a series of permits at its regular meeting, including a three-year permit for the Bidwell Bump mountain-bike race, a permit for a roller-skate relay on Peterson Drive and recurring forest-day programs for Wildflower Open Classroom.
The City of Chico Park and Natural Resources Commission approved the meeting minutes and granted multiple permits on consent and after brief discussion, including a three-year permit for the Bidwell Bump mountain-bike race and one-day and recurring events in Bidwell Park.
Commissioners recorded votes on four formal actions: approval of the minutes from the prior meeting; a multi-year permit for the Bidwell Bump Mountain Bike Race; a permit for a roller-skate relay on Peterson Drive from NorCal Roller Derby; and a recurring school program permit for Wildflower Open Classroom at the 5 Mile East Picnic Area.
The minutes were approved on a roll call vote that produced three yes votes and three abstentions. Commissioner Nava, Commissioner Nichols and Chair Willis voted yes; Commissioners Paiva, Thomas Petty and Vice Chair Blachley recorded abstentions.
The commission approved a three-year permit for the Bidwell Bump Mountain Bike Race, with staff recommending approval through August 2028 after commissioners asked for clarification about the effective dates. The motion to approve the ride was made by Commissioner…
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