Groundwater levels similar to last year
Despite a year with half the average rainfall, the San Benito County Water District estimates the current groundwater levels and stored water are sufficient to “accommodate several successive dry years with negative water budgets,” according to the annual groundwater report available on the district’s website.
Alejo’s immigrant license bill gains broad support
The California Legislature on Thursday passed a bill by Assemblyman Luis Alejo, D-Salinas, which would allow any immigrant to apply for a driver’s license. AB 60 passed out of the State Senate with a vote of 28-8 and was approved by the State Assembly with a vote of 55-19.
Friends’ tribute to former Hollister resident in jeopardy
Artistic and void of the type of graffiti associated with gangs,
San Benito to get new state senator
State Senator Anthony Cannella is set to term out next year, potentially leaving the San Benito representative’s seat open to a familiar face: Monterey County Supervisor and former State Assemblyman Luis Alejo.
Alejo announced this week that he intends to open an exploratory committee to...
County to increase fees for many services
A wide range of fees that are paid out of pocket to government agencies by San Benito County residents may be raised.
A new schedule of fees, set to be approved at a Board of Supervisors meeting Aug. 21, outlines what residents pay for...
Updated: Gavilan districts ‘will change the dynamics’ on board
Gavilan College trustees have supported making changes to the way voters elect them, a trustee confirmed.
County to reconsider Southside Road homeless shelter site
After previously deciding on a Southside Road location, the county board is revisiting the chosen site for a future, permanent homeless shelter.
