After First 6 Months, U.S. Filter Gets an “A”

After taking over operation of the City of Richmond Sewer District No. 1 Wastewater Treatment Plant on June 17, 2002, U.S. Filter has earned an “A” for performance. Based on a report rendered to the City Council on January 14 by Public Services Director...

Update on “Recovery Facility”

The plot thickens as the proposed “recovery facility” at the former East Bay Hospital vies with the casino as the most controversial project in Richmond this week. I believe I have received more phone calls and emails on these two projects than anything...

Should Richmond Gamble on a Casino?

The first shoe to drop in the future of casino type gambling in Richmond will fall at next Tuesday’s City Council meeting. Item P-2 on the January 14, 2003, Richmond City Council Agenda is to “Authorize the City Manager to send a Request for Qualifications...

Chevron Responds To Flare Pollution Allegations

The January 5, 2003, TOM BUTT E-FORUM commented on and reproduced an article in the Contra Costa Times about gross underreporting of flare pollution by Bay Area refineries. According to the article, “The largest Bay Area refinery, ChevronTexaco in Richmond, so...