by admin | Aug 8, 2014 | Uncategorized
Today, I filed as a candidate for mayor of Richmond. Our current mayor, Gayle McLaughlin, is termed out and is now running for City Council. Nat Bates has already filed, and Uche Uwahemu has taken out papers. Mike Parker has generously decided to stand down (see his...
by admin | Aug 7, 2014 | Uncategorized
For the last few months, Nat Bates has been writing voluminous and detailed accounts of the proceedings, according to Nat, of each City Council meeting, liberally sprinkled with opinions and commentary – typically with a couple of swipes at me. I am, of course,...
by admin | Aug 7, 2014 | Uncategorized
As community members and local leaders with a history of interest in Richmond Youth and Urban Agriculture we humbly invite you to our 2014 Party on the Farm at Sunny Side Organics. Registration available at : http://partyonthefarm2014.eventbrite.com (just helps us...
by admin | Aug 7, 2014 | Uncategorized
Richmond public school graduates guaranteed full college tuition as part of new program By Rick Radin For the Contra Costa Times Posted: 08/07/2014 02:41:43 PM PDT# Comments Updated: 08/07/2014 02:41:43 PM PDT RICHMOND — City leaders, schools officials and...
by admin | Aug 6, 2014 | Uncategorized
Saving DMC is the myth that keeps on giving. When will it all end, and who do you believe? I’m getting weary of being scapegoated, along with Rogers and Myrick, for not saving Doctors Medical Center. First of all, the three of us are a minority on the Richmond City...
by admin | Aug 5, 2014 | Uncategorized
Richmond councilwoman perseveres through hate speech Carolyn Jones Richmond Vice Mayor Jovanka Beckles (left) sits down next to Councilman Nat Bates. Beckles is the city’s first openly lesbian councilwoman and has often endured ridicule. Photo: Carlos Avila...
