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Appeal-Democrat · Orland, CA

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Water rates to rise in Orland

ORLAND — Water rates in Orland and sewer service will increase starting in January. The rate increases mirror similar increases in neighboring cities, including Corning, Red Bluff and Chico.

Patch · Lincoln, CA

Nearby: Lincoln, CA

Bike Safety Upgrades Advance On Bryant Street, Lincoln Avenue

New traffic circles, crosswalk improvements and a proposed turn restriction aim to slow traffic and improve pedestrian safety. PALO ALTO, CA — The Palo Alto City Council advanced plans Monday to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety along Bryant Street and Lincoln Avenue. Council members directed staff to design traffic circles, upgraded crosswalks and other measures to reduce speeding and cut-through traffic, according to the city's transportation department. Proposed improvements include: Find out what's happening in Palo Altofor free with the latest updates from Patch. Traffic circles at four intersections, including Bryant Street and Lincoln Avenue. Curb extensions at Bryant Street's intersections with Channing and Homer avenues. High-visibility crosswalks and additional pavement markings along Bryant Street. Turn restrictions tested through a pilot program prohibiting eastbound drivers on Embarcadero Road from turning left onto northbound Bryant Street.