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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Porterville public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Native trees and urban heat
Two residents asked the city to incentivize planting native trees citywide to cool neighborhoods, cut electric bills and support biodiversity — noting Main Street lost its trees. A Tule River Parkway tree-planting event is set for November 17.
El Niño Flood Preparedness and Waterway Channel Clearing
With the governor's El Niño emergency declaration in place, city crews are clearing the Tule River, Porter Slough, and Porter Slough Ditch to reduce flood risk. Residents can help by keeping drains clear and never driving through floodwater.