Officials delay cuts to sheriff’s office, expect state funds
San Benito County supervisors Tuesday delayed previously
Photo: ‘San Benito Rising’ rallies against oil wells near Pinnacles
San Benito environmental activists known as San Benito Rising, with the Center for Biological Diversity as a cosponsor, held a rally against 15 proposed oil wells near Pinnacles National Park on Saturday. The event was called “Draw the Line: Don’t Frack the Pinnacles.” The oil company with exclusive rights to the project – Ojai-based Citadel Exploration, Inc. – vehemently denied those implications of fracking and its spokesman said the businesss has worked with the county to address all environmental concerns. San Benito Rising also has acknowledged there is no planned fracking at the Indian Wells project.
Water treatment plant to cost $20M, bump rates
Local officials held a public meeting Thursday to discuss the notice of preparation of an Environmental Impact Report for the West Hills Water Treatment Plant.
Video: Residents, council support motorcycle rally’s return
In this video, new event manager Mark Cresswell and residents speak to council members about a 2013 motorcycle rally.
Election 2014: District 4 supervisor seat draws three candidates
Supervisor Jerry Muenzer is facing stiff competition in June, while Supervisor Robert Rivas won't face any. San Benito High School Principal Krystal Lomanto might run for county superintendent for the first time and could potentially succeed the retiring Mike Sanchez.
Meeting Preview: City to weigh revised rules for RV, boat parking
With regulations on boats and recreational vehicles scattered throughout the city code, council members are set to consider streamlining those rules at their Monday meeting.
