Russ Wenham Answers Environmental Questions at Shasta Environmental Alliance Candidate Forum

The Shasta Environmental Alliance (SEA) hosted a candidate forum for the 2026 Redding City Council race on October 1. Russ Wenham joined seven other candidates to answer questions on environmental and community issues facing Redding.

Russ brings 42 years of experience in engineering, government executive management, and business leadership, and that experience shows every time he takes the stage at a forum.

We encourage every Redding voter to grab some popcorn and watch the forums for a direct look at how each candidate demonstrates readiness to serve on the City Council.

Russ talks about his experience, his qualifications, and his approach to leadership. He gives straight answers grounded in his engineering and public service career, with a clear understanding of fiscal management, infrastructure, economic growth, and public safety.

Watch the full forum below.