School leaders meet with council on growth
Hollister School District trustees and city council members held a rare joint meeting this week to discuss the area’s population, which is projected to grow significantly in the next few years.
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City warns merchants about flashing, bright signs
While the city has continued suspension of a ban on sandwich board signs outside of downtown businesses, Hollister’s code enforcement office isn’t as sympathetic about neon or flashing signs.
Hollister council OKs water discount for low-income seniors
Hollister City Council members Monday approved a 25 percent discount on the first tier of water use for low-income senior citizens.
With no one serving, rural district might dissolve
A financially troubled San Benito County water district might dissolve because no one is willing to serve on the elected board.
City manager gives update on city
In the view of City Manager Bill Avera, the City of Hollister is “in good shape.”
Avera reported on economic condition of the city at a recent San Benito County Chamber of Commerce lunch event billed as a “state of the city” report.
Avera said he...
