Tag: 400 block san benito street
Council postpones 400 block appeal
The expected showdown between Hollister Mayor Ignacio Velazquez and the City Council over a San Benito Street development this week was delayed until June...
Hollister council close to considering 400 block proposal
Hollister staff expects a proposal for the 400 block development on San Benito Street to go before council members in February.
Opponent of 400 block development questions process
A vocal opponent against developing the 400 block of San Benito Street was taken aback by the city clerk’s response to his request that council members consider placing an advisory question about the open space on the November ballot.
Guest View: Foundation leader tells history with 400 block
As a result of the strong and passionate voices we have heard from the community, I would like to provide you with more insight on how we got to where we are today in planning for a new Philanthropic Center for San Benito County, a lasting home for the Community Foundation, as well as a hub for charitable collaboration—convening diverse voices to address local issues and opportunities.
Guest View: Foundation leader tells history with 400 block
As a result of the strong and passionate voices we have heard from the community, I would like to provide you with more insight on how we got to where we are today in planning for a new Philanthropic Center for San Benito County, a lasting home for the Community Foundation, as well as a hub for charitable collaboration—convening diverse voices to address local issues and opportunities.
Opponent of 400 block development requests ballot vote
A leader of the movement to halt the sale of the 400 block of San Benito Street to a developer asked council members to support a November advisory vote from the public on the issue.
FPPC rejects councilman’s 400 block complaint against mayor
The state’s Fair Political Practices Commission has ruled against a Hollister councilman’s complaint about the mayor—and allegations of a conflict—regarding the city’s consideration to sell the 400 block of San Benito Street for development.
Community Insight Board: Reasons to back 400 block sale
Most Community Insight Board members agreed that the Hollister City Council made the right decision by supporting a sale of the 400 block property downtown to allow for development of condos, retail space and a new Community Foundation for San Benito County building.
Editorial: Council turned back on public with 400 block
How does it feel to have something special ripped away so a developer can reap profits at the expense of the community? How does it feel to know insider politics and cronyism live on?
Marty: Right answer for the 400 block
It’s decision time for the 400 block – what’s the best use and how do we make it happen?
