Probation chief should have solid grasp of gang culture
After nearly a year without a chief probation officer, San Benito County plans to fill the void soon, possibly by year's end.
Thumbs up, thumbs down: A dog saves lives, while a horse accident nearly takes one
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High school taking proactive approach to engage parents
San Benito High School has a barrier to break between students' academic and home lives, and administrators are taking another proactive step toward doing just that.
Overtime pay should be a focus of spending talks
While the city's total overtime figure for the last fiscal year is astounding – because at $916,000 it's more than 6 percent of the general fund budget – the important question is, what will officials do with the additional Measure T revenue to ensure tax dollars are maximized and workers don't get burned out?
The new courthouse should stay in an accessible location
San Benito County is going to get a new courthouse, and an advisory team has been formed to decide where to put it.
At-large mayor would bring representation for all
The city is bracing for some major decisions with the passage of Measure T, but it's never too early to start planning for other necessary changes, such as creating an at-large mayoral position and exempting the downtown from stringent, citywide growth restrictions.
Measure T’s passing was only Step 1 in long process
Although the city scored a major victory when voters approved Measure T with a 66 percent approval, it's important to remember that this is just the beginning and citizens must keep pressure on Hollister officials to ensure this significant tax increase is used as efficiently and appropriately as possible.
San Juan should heed advice from visiting architects
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