Dispensary call delayed as dialogue heats up
The city was a bit hazy on details of new statewide cannabis rules.
After learning of mistakes in the state-mandated review process for new pot shops—including not noticing a public hearing as required—Hollister council members Monday pushed off a consideration that could establish rules for...
Council to consider development on downtown plot
The highly debated 400 block proposal for buildings on a cornerstone downtown open space is expected to go before council members next week.
In May 2016, Hollister council members unanimously approved going forward in exclusive talks to sell the city’s property in the 400 block...
Pot hearing put off by six months
County supervisors Tuesday extended the window for a public hearing related to the county’s temporary cannabis cultivation ordinance.
The board’s unanimous decision gave applicants a 180-day extension for the public hearing. A future date for the hearing has yet to be determined.
In September 2016, supervisors...
With growth, planners converge
Local planning commissioners discussed roads and transportation at a joint meeting Tuesday.
Commissioners from San Benito County, Hollister and San Juan Bautista gave presentations on and discussed capital improvement projects, housing growth, sphere of influence, affordable housing and public transportation.
The meeting was discussion only,...
Contractor picked for jail project
County supervisors Tuesday unanimously selected Vanir Construction Management to oversee the jail expansion project.
According to county documents, estimates show a total cost of about $21.5 million with a $5 million budget shortfall.
Vanir will enter into negotiations with the county for a contract not...
County to consider contractor for jail expansion
County supervisors Tuesday could choose a construction contractor for the jail expansion project.
Other items on the agenda include finding good cause to delay a public hearing related to the county’s temporary cannabis ordinance and funding another temporary contract position in the Resource Management Agency.
Tuesday’s...
Joint planning meeting set for Vet’s Building
Three local planning commissions are expected to hold a joint meeting Tuesday night at the Veteran's Memorial Building.
Planning commissioners from Hollister, San Juan Bautista and San Benito County are expected to discuss five topics that include capital improvement projects, plan for housing growth/sphere of influence, rules/responsibilities...
Council lends funds for affordable housing
Hollister council members Monday approved a $300,000 loan for an upcoming westside affordable housing project.
On March 20, council members awarded $700,000 to the Community Housing Improvement Systems and Planning Association, also known as CHISPA, for a 48-unit senior apartment affordable housing project on Line...
County crusading to capitol
County supervisors Tuesday discussed hiring a lobbyist to represent the board in Sacramento.
At an early May meeting, Supervisor Robert Rivas floated the idea of hiring a lobbyist to represent San Benito County at the state level to advocate for local issues. Rivas suggested economic...
County OKs look for third fire station
County supervisors Tuesday selected a design for a future third fire station.
In October 2015, supervisors selected a location on Rosa Morada Road off Fairview Road as the location for Fire Station #3. The new station would cover northern parts of the county, including areas...
