Don Bradford 2/17/25 Don Bradford 2/17/25

Lodi area fuel prices are going up!

Current Pricing Trends

Stockton-Lodi metro area: Averaged $4.80/gallon as of February 13 – a 6% weekly increase (+$0.27) and 3.8% higher than 2024 levels
Regional comparison: Nearby Fresno reached $4.76/gallon, while California's statewide average hit $4.80 – the nation's highest.

Don Bradford 2/12/25 Don Bradford 2/12/25

Storms, Reservoirs, and Flood Risk

In Lois Henry’s most recent newsletter (The Splash) from SJVWater.org , she recommends Which Reservoirs To Watch across the San Joaquin Valley.

Also includes flood risk assessments for cities in San Joaquin Valley.

Don Bradford 2/11/25 Don Bradford 2/11/25

Lodi Access Center Update

The Lodi Access Center, a key initiative addressing homelessness in Lodi, CA, continues to evolve with recent operational updates and construction progress.

Also includes a brief history of the Access Center

Don Bradford 2/10/25 Don Bradford 2/10/25

New businesses in Lodi

New businesses have emerged in Lodi, particularly in the downtown area.

The city continues to develop through projects like:

Reynolds Ranch mixed-use project
Sunwest Village retail center
Rose Gate master-planned development

Don Bradford 2/9/25 Don Bradford 2/9/25

Lodi’s Blue Zones Ignite Pilot

Lodi is launching a Blue Zones Ignite pilot program in March 2025 that will transform the community through evidence-based health and well-being initiatives.

The program will be overseen by San Joaquin County Public Health Services in partnership with the Community Health Leadership Council and other local organizations

Don Bradford 2/8/25 Don Bradford 2/8/25

Lodi Gasoline Spill Superfund Site Update

The Lodi Gasoline Spill Superfund Site (EPA ID: CAD009031207) continues to undergo remediation, with critical advancements and challenges reported in recent years.

While progress continues, contaminants still linger at the edge of safety limits. Residents near the plume boundary (north of Lockeford Street) should prioritize EPA-recommended water testing every 6 months.

Don Bradford 2/7/25 Don Bradford 2/7/25

Laken Riley Act and the Central Valley

The Laken Riley Act, signed into law on January 29, 2025, mandates federal detention and deportation of undocumented immigrants accused (not convicted) of crimes like theft, shoplifting, assaulting law enforcement, or offenses causing serious injury/death.

While its national enforcement framework is clear, implementation in California’s Central Valley involves tensions between federal mandates and state/local policies.

Don Bradford 2/6/25 Don Bradford 2/6/25

LA Fire Investigation Update

Investigations into the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires—including the catastrophic Eaton, Palisades, and Hurst fires —are ongoing, with utility equipment, human activity, and prior blazes under scrutiny.

Don Bradford 2/6/25 Don Bradford 2/6/25

Water releases from Terminus Dam and Schafer Dam

Recent water releases from Terminus Dam (Lake Kaweah) and Schafer Dam (Lake Success) in California’s Tulare County, ordered by President Donald Trump in early February 2025, have triggered agricultural, environmental, and political discussions.