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Hollister
September 18, 2024

Letters: PORC tried to bully board of supervisors

The proponents of a radical initiative have picked the worst possible time to put a stranglehold on the local economy.

Letters: Act now for economic development

PORC’s rabid opposition to this zone change is misguided and perplexing when our county is desperate for jobs.

Save the local economy

Open letter to the San Benito County Supervisors and Community: Before March 3, we had Measure K. A ballot measure designed to halt a new zoning ordinance that was applied to four commercial projects at currently developed locations on Highway 101. Today, on March 24, the...

Letters: Candidate endorsements

Kollin Kosmicki I’m endorsing Kollin Kosmicki for District 2 supervisor because he has real plans for progress for San Benito County, plans that don’t rely on unsightly developments along the HWY 101 corridor near Aromas. Kollin Kosmicki understands that supervisors are supposed to represent the...

Why was there only one offer on 400 block property?

Dear Editor, I am responding to your June 7 Free Lance editorial. When the offer was made , that was the listed price by the city. And if it was so low as you suggest, then after three years of aggressively trying to market the project,...

High-Speed Rail is monstrosity

Here is my comment on your Bullet Train article on May 10, as we celebrate the 150th anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad, Golden Spike Ceremony: I was disturbed by your lack of fair treatment of both sides of the issue. Your article failed...

Black Hole Bullet Train

Well of course we understand why those who reap the money from the ill-advised Supermassive Black Hole Bullet Train keep on rolling, churning up work to justify their salaries, etc., but why do local leaders allow the taxpayers to be abused by them? Who...

Work together for results

When I ran for election for mayor, I never had a chance to speak my opinion. I want to address the people about our city growth. They did not think clearly when making all these deals. All it seemed was continuously okaying these houses...

Keith Snow thanks Hollister voters

To the Editor: My name is Keith Snow. I just want to say thank you to all my supporters and everyone who believed in me during this mayoral race. I appreciate you all from the bottom of my heart. I also want to thank...

Increased rail service a good idea

Regarding the possible expansion of passenger/commuter rail to Hollister and Salinas, I do feel the time has come. Upgrading the historic Hollister Branch rail line for makes sense. Considering the heavy traffic on highways 101 and25 it is warranted. In my opinion, the perfect train set...

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