Gridley is an outstanding California community! The City is small enough to provide a quiet country life-style, and large enough to offer the amenities and conveniences of much larger cities. The community is located in the heart of the beautiful Sacramento Valley at the foot of the world's smallest mountain range, the Sutter Buttes. Conveniently located within a few hours of the Bay Area and the Lake Tahoe/Reno area, area residents have the advantage of living in a community with clean air, good water and a rural lifestyle, while having quick access to metropolitan areas. Gridley is a convenient one-hour drive north of Sacramento and just 27 miles south of Chico. Newcomers of all ages are lured to the Gridley area by the friendly small town atmosphere. It's as attractive to young couples raising a family as it is to retired senior residents. Quality of life is the primary goal of the community. The City and community support active recreation opportunities. The area is also home to some of the best fishing in the state. Gridley offers quality lifestyle, a community with old fashioned friendliness and values, educational, cultural and recreational opportunities, making Gridley an exceptional place to raise a family. The City has proactively invested in planning for the future growth of the City through our 2030 General Plan Update. This document demonstrates the City’s commitment to agricultural preservation, community character, superior public service, recreation and walkability. Our City leadership and City staff are committed to transforming local government by encouraging leadership, ideas, and best practices. An entrepreneurial spirit and energetic vibe makes Gridley a great community to live and work.