County GOP reports vandalism, theft of Romney signs
San Benito County’s Republican Party last weekend posted a handful of large signs supporting presidential candidate Mitt Romney. The local party’s chairman on Wednesday reported that one of those signs was vandalized – so it now reads “Romney Lies” – and another was stolen.
Pro-tax group banks biggest bucks in election fundraising
As was the case in 2007, the campaign committee supporting the 1 percent sales tax has been the most active fundraising organization in this election season.
Grand jury report examines Measure T, schools, jail
The San Benito County Grand Jury released its 2011-12 report, which includes recommendations on Measure T, staffing levels at the jail, recommendations for local schools and a review of the John Smith Landfill.
City, county recommend exchange of highway bypass to state
The long-awaited transfer of San Benito Street to local control could be less than a year away, opening up the downtown corridor to beautification projects that could make it more walkable and appealing to consumers.
Sales tax supporters, opponents square off at forum
Both sides of the Measure E sales tax argument pointed to its potential impact on economic development. Proponents contended that with fewer resources, it would drive away new businesses. The most vocal opponent argued that a lower sales tax would benefit small businesses, and that the city should get out of the economic development business altogether.
Council gives bid preference to Hollister vendors, omits county
In an attempt to give Hollister vendors a leg up with city contracts, the council this week supported a 5 percent bidding advantage for those businesses. The preference, however, will not apply to county vendors.
Measure E opponents to showcase leftover rally shirts in protest
This evening in downtown Hollister, it might feel like the summer of 2008 all over again.
Council votes 4-1 to keep air show on Memorial Day weekend
After discussions over possibly moving the Hollister Airshow to a weekend near July 4, council members Monday decided in a 4-1 vote to keep the event running over Memorial Day weekend.
Airport upgrade gets federal boost
With help from a federal grant, work is set to begin on a project to improve the storm water drainage at the Hollister Municipal Airport in November with plans to complete construction before the fire season begins next spring.
Both sides to make cases at Measure E forum Wednesday
Four local nonprofits are hosting a Measure E forum Wednesday to offer both sides of the proposal opportunities to make their cases for and against the proposed extension to a 1 percent sales tax.
