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Free Lance Editorial: County lacked openness on merger talks

January 24, 2012

County officials jumped the gun and attempted to circumvent an open, objective review that is necessary to consider something with such magnitude as nullifying the long-standing arrangement with Calfire to consolidate with the City of Hollister Fire Department.

Pinnacle Editorial: Business growth, not just housing, needed on west side

January 19, 2012

It appears Hollister officials are making efforts - and following a reasonable path - to address a daunting necessity for more affordable housing here. They have not, however, done enough to balance the need for affordable housing on the poverty-stricken west side with a task that is just as important: Taking proactive measures to boost the economy and business prospects in that area of Hollister.

Free Lance Editorial: Loss of HDA funds is a big blow to downtown efforts

January 17, 2012

One of the more devastating results of the demise to the

Pinnacle Editorial: State should give cities more time to deal with RDA demise

January 12, 2012

The sudden jolt that is the demise of the Hollister Redevelopment Agency and more than 400 others throughout California has prompted a state senate bill that legislators should approve to prevent mishaps and allow for a smoother transition.

January 10, 2012

Councilwoman Pauline Valdivia tainted the debate last week about an affordable housing proposal by not only veering the discussion and making a ludicrous claim that there is no proof of illegal immigrants living on Hollister's west side, but also spuriously painting others as discriminatory in the process.

Free Lance Editorial: With ruling, HSD group should accept cuts

January 3, 2012

It was no surprise that a fact-finding panel recently ruled in favor of the Hollister School District, which had come to impasse in talks with the classified bargaining unit representing about 200 employees, and now it is in the union’s hands to do the right thing and accept the brunt of this reasonable offer from administrators.

Free Lance Editorial: Recognizing groups that gave back

December 27, 2011

In the spirit of the holiday season, we wanted to take some time to recognize people and organizations that have helped to brighten the lives of others in the community. As we enter another new year, the following deserve a thumbs up for contributions to San Benito County and its people.

Pinnacle Editorial: Trustees failed community by approving raise

December 22, 2011

Gavilan College President Steve Kinsella is replaceable.

Free Lance Editorial: Consolidation report deserves deeper look

December 20, 2011

Considering a modest, maximum savings of $316,000 annually and the likely benefits of having one cohesive law enforcement agency, Hollister officials should lead the charge in getting the city and county to agree on consolidation of the police and sheriff's departments.

Pinnacle editorial: 911 transition mostly smooth despite transition

December 16, 2011

Although there were a few glitches along the way with the county’s transition to using Santa Cruz 9-1-1 for dispatch services, there is no reason for alarm.

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