Proposed earthquake bond would affect local governments
The L.A. City Council last week proposed a statewide earthquake bond ballot measure that would help local governments receive funding to upgrade older concrete buildings with new earthquake safety improvements.
Council OKs marketing study for hotel development
Hollister City Council members Monday approved a market study that is designed to help the city decide if a new downtown hotel is a “viable development opportunity.”
Alejo talks immigration reform with federal leaders in DC
Assemblyman Luis Alejo, D-Salinas, traveled to the nation’s capitol Monday and Tuesday to talk with lawmakers about the fate of immigration reform at the federal level.
Community support, funding among top themes at library forum
Community leaders this week discussed possible solutions to revamp the library system in San Benito County at a forum, where local officials on a panel committed their support to finding more revenue streams and updating the 60-year old library.
Hollister council approves transfer of veterans building
The Hollister City Council unanimously approved a resolution Monday to transfer management of the Veterans Memorial Building in downtown Hollister to the local chapters of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion.
City to proactively enforce code violations starting Jan. 1
Hollister council members Monday decided to set Jan. 1 as a goal date to begin stricter enforcement of code ordinances, including those relating to signs and substandard housing matters.
Mayor will continue to own The Vault, stay out of rally calls
Mayor Ignacio Velazquez plans to maintain ownership of The Vault restaurant building in downtown Hollister. And with it, he will continue to step away from any decisions relating to the annual motorcycle rally due to a financial conflict of interest.
City looks to replace engineering, finance officials
The city has placed two top administrators on leave and is looking to replace the employees.
Cannella broaches business, water, school funding in chamber talk
State Sen. Anthony Cannella visited San Benito County this week and discussed several issues of local importance such as changes to enterprise zones, education funding reform and the need for a new water bond.
Council to weigh accepting San Benito Street transfer
Hollister City Council members Monday are set to consider accepting control and maintenance over the San Benito Street portion of Highway 25 after years of delays with the planned relinquishment.
