Guest View: Clearing the air on medical marijuana
In response to Marty Richman's guest view: Marijuana Ordinance Should Wait (Sept. 2 Free Lance) I offer this response:
Guest View: Marijuana ordinance should wait
The Hollister City Council has scheduled Sept. 19 for a decision on Hollister’s medical marijuana ordinance, but acting before the upcoming election results doesn’t make sense. The primary reason for waiting is to get the Nov. 8 local vote view on Proposition 64, the closely related proposal for recreational marijuana.
Community Board: No reason to rush on pot ordinance
Hollister City Council members considering a proposed medicinal marijuana ordinance should keep in mind that there is no rush to make a final decision. More important, local voters will offer a collective take on recreational pot in November that should ease any political tensions...
Guest View: San Benito County roads about to be overwhelmed
Poor transportation planning and lack of coordination, especially by San Benito County, will soon overwhelm a critical portion of the local road network.
Community Board: Basketball Jones founder left impact on thousands
How many people can say they positively affected thousands of children in their lives? Gene Cotter was among the very few in that prestigious club.
Community Board: City council uses sensible approach on marijuana
Hollister City Council members are taking a fair, practical, modern approach to the future of cannabis in this community.
Community Board: City council uses sensible approach on marijuana
But the Hollister City Council must take a hard look at putting in restrictions to bar dispensaries from downtown, other areas where children congregate.
Guest View: Foundation leader tells history with 400 block
As a result of the strong and passionate voices we have heard from the community, I would like to provide you with more insight on how we got to where we are today in planning for a new Philanthropic Center for San Benito County, a lasting home for the Community Foundation, as well as a hub for charitable collaboration—convening diverse voices to address local issues and opportunities.
