City of Orland

COVID-19 News

With Glenn County reverting back into the Purple tier, City Hall's lobby has been closed to the public as of November 16, 2020. However, Staff will continue to be available by appointment. Utility payments can be made on-line (at right), by mailed check or dropped off in the slot outside of City Hall. ACH and E-checks can be accomplished also in the on-line payment option, for a $1.50 flat fee.

The Police Department has also closed it's lobby to the public. All programs through the Recreation Department remain suspended until further notice. Commission meetings are being held via teleconferencing technologies until further notice by the City Council.

If you have questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please call City Hall at (530) 865-1610.

Keep updated on the latest state and local #COVID19 resources available to support the health, safety and well-being of all Californians.

Mantén informada a tu comunidad sobre el #COVID19 y los más recientes recursos locales y estatales disponibles para mantener la salud, seguridad y el bienestar de todos los Californianos. Añade este gráfico a tu página web y conéctalo con.

...and for businesses

The Orland Chamber of Commerce partnering with the City, is offering information related to COVID-19 and how you can keep your business and families safe. In addition, CARES Act grants for local businesses are currently available – apply now! Info and online applications are at www.countyofglenn.net.

Interested in serving on a City Commission? Now is your chance!

The application period for those interested in serving on the following commissions has been extended to December 11, 2020: Library (City resident only), Economic Development (City resident only), Parks & Recreation (City resident only) and Planning Commissions (City and/or 95963 residents may apply). All have two year terms except the Planning Commission which is a four year term.

Application forms are available on the city website or in City Hall, 815 Fourth Street, Orland. Any questions? Please call the City Clerk at (530) 865-1601.

Public Works Department - Postion Opening

The Public Works Department has an opening for a full-time seasonal maintenance worker. Employment applications are available at City Hall. If you have any questions please call the Public Works Department at (530) 865-1610.

2019 Consumer Confidence Report Available

The 2019 CCR is now available for viewing. Any questions, or to receive a paper copy, please contact Jennifer Schmitke, Public Works, at (530) 865-1610.

Orland Center for the Arts & Gallery

The Gallery will be hosting a special evening presentation "Making Music" on Friday, November 6, 2020 at 7pm. Visitors will be entertained by Musician and Composer John Norman Stewart, who will perform the same piano magic he used when performing in many top movies and television series throughout his musical career. More information is provided by in November's Special Event Newsletter.

(John Norman Stewart, performing)

No Wipes in the Pipes!

With many residents turning to paper towels, napkins, and flushable wipes as alternatives to toilet paper it is important to remember to not flush these items down the toilet!

These materials can cause serious issues for your own pipes and also for the City’s Wastewater System. Disposable disinfectant wipes, baby wipes, and even so‑called “flushable” wipes do not break down easily (or at all) once they are flushed. Paper products other than toilet paper do not break down once in the sewer line. No matter what the label says, don’t flush them, trash them instead.

When these wipes and other materials interact with fats, oils, grease or invasive rootsin the sewer, they bind together, causing blockages and creating the potential for overflows. Sewer backups can be both messy and costly to clean up. When these items are flushed, our sewer pipes and pump stations require increased monitoring, maintenance, and repair. This increases operational costs, which are paid for by your sewer rates. If wipes and other materials can clog our large sewer pipes, they can definitely clog your home’s much smaller pipes too, requiring you to hire and pay a plumber to clear that blockage.

Please help spread the word! Tell yourfamily members to only flush toilet paper and nothing else.At work, you can help by posting notices in bathrooms and other places where paper towels, wipes, or rags might be used or disposed of. With your help we can prevent any issues from occurring during this already difficult time.

Remember…“Trash ‘em, don’t flush ‘em!”

Learn More About the Upcoming Honeybee Discovery Center

The first interactive exhibit and museum of its kind will be opened in Orland at the corner of Walker and Fifth Streets. The Honeybee Discovery Center will teach the importance of pollinators in our environment, share the history of beekeeping and offer a pollinator garden. The gallery will be opened the First Friday of the month from 3 to 7PM.

Measure A Report for 18-19 Fiscal Year

At the City Council's meeting of September 16, 2019, the Measure A report was reviewed. The report states the income received and expenditures as of June 30, 2019.

The Queen Bees with Bartell's Backroads

Every year on August 17th the world celebrates World Honey Bee Day, recognizing honey bees and bee keepers. Bartell's Backroad visited with Terrie Barr of the Honey Bee Discovery Center to learn more.

City of Orland Becomes the 40th Bee City USA in the Nation and the Queen Bee Capital of North America

Press release and a short news clip from KRCR TV news.

ChicoER Editorial Columns About Orland

If you don't subscribe to the Chico Enterprise Record or you want a print-out to send to family and friends, we have provided David Little's editorials from December 18, 2016 and December 25, 2016.

FOG -- It Costs You Money!

Placing fats, oil and grease down your drain costs you money by clogging private and public sewer line pipes. COOL IT – CAN IT- TRASH IT.