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San Juan Bautista Mayor Jim West was found dead in his vehicle at his Graniterock workplace on San Juan Highway Thursday, Dec. 6, at...

Registered sex offender and health care district board member Ernest Rivas has declared candidacy for the November ballot in an attempt to gain reelection two years after admitting to a charge that he had sexual contact with a 16-year-old girl.

Julie Morris: “Buying U.S.-made uniforms would send a positive message that we support local economies that, in turn, support thriving communities. If the Committee wants to show that financial gain is not the only thing we should be managing for – that social and environmental gains also have value – then we’ll turn to our own manufacturers. That said, I would not make it a requirement but hope the Committee has the wisdom to see the bigger picture.”

Louise Ledesma: “No, public safety workers probably should be able to retire earlier than other government workers because of physical requirements necessary for their jobs. I don't think anyone should be able to collect more money when they are retired than when they were working. At 3% for each year worked, a person would only have to 34 years. Actually less because retirement plans usually give COLAs."

Bill Mifsud: “At first I had no idea what the commercial was about. It was dark and gloomy. After hearing political people talking about it and seeing it again I do feel it was a pitch in support of President Obama, subliminal as it seems.”

Marty Richman: “Yes. Compliance with written authorizations for deductions should be closely monitored and subject to strict privacy protections; your political preferences are your business.”

Nants Foley: “The FCC should not continue its censorship. The American people can do that themselves with their remote controls!”