Mayor and Councilmembers: This is the weekly report for the week ending June 4th, 2010. Meeting Notes The next City Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 15th. Enjoy the week off. Editor’s note: At the City of Richmond, it is my privilege to work with a group...

I thought this was an interesting evaluation of the Contra Costa County Assessor’s race, including an expose of the Contra Costa Times’ conflict of interest in opposing Kramer. Kramer may be no Boy Scout, but he has a solid record of looking out for ordinary property...

Assemblymember Nancy Skinner is running unopposed in the primary but would still appreciate your vote of confidence. Her recommendations on the propositions are the same as mine, and her reasons are also listed. Next week, Tuesday June 8 is Election Day. Confused by...

I regret to announce that one of Richmond's flagship green businesses, Vetrazzo, will be relocating to Georgia. Vetrazzo manufactures high-end countertops made of recycled glass. Vetrazzo is located at the rehabilitated Ford Assembly Plant. The circumstances were...

For County Supervisor, 1st District, I recommend JOHN GIOIA. I agree with the Contra Costa Times endorsement. John has served Richmond and West County well and has an excellent working relationship with the City Council and the City of Richmond. John is honest, smart,...

Mayor and Councilmembers: This is the weekly report for the week ending May 28th, 2010. Meeting Notes The next City Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 1st. Engineering Services Launches Twitter Engineering Services is launching a new public outreach...

In these challenging economic times, any increased financial burden is unpopular, but I want to urge you to support (not protest) the proposed sewer rate increases for Richmond Wastewater District No. 1. This is the collection system and treatment plant on Canal...

See Henry J. Kaiser: America’s No. 1 Civilian Hero by Tom Debley at http://www.kaiserpermanentehistory.org/latest/henry-j-kaiser-america%e2%80%99s-no-1-civilian-hero/ . May 24, 2010 Kaiser Permanente History Champion Receives National Park Service Award Tom Debley...

I urge you to vote on June 8 for West Contra Costa Unified School District Measure D, school bonds to construct and rehabilitate schools in West Contra Costa County. As an architect, I can tell you that the physical quality of places of learning plays a significant...

Point Richmond Music 2010 Concert Series Point Richmond's annual Music Concert Series will begin next month with the first concert on June 11th. All the concerts will be held from 5:30-8pm in Downtown Point Richmond on Park Place. Visit the website for more...

The curious case of Nat Bates - http://richmondconfidential.org/2010/05/25/the-curious-case-of-nat-bates/ Nat Bates during a BMW event for county candidates that he hosted earlier this month. By: Robert Rogers | May 25, 2010 – 5:00 am Will he or won’t he? Councilman...

Critics' annual report blasts Chevron David R. Baker, Chronicle Staff Writer Thursday, May 20, 2010 The corporate annual report - that glossy, seldom-read staple of the business world - usually features upbeat words and images showcasing a company's stellar year. The...

Considering replacing your wood windows with aluminum or vinyl? Think again, and read this. If you want more information or want to attend the prototype installation described below, contact me. On June 14, 2010, a prototype wood window sash retrofit arranged and paid...

Card clubs appeal to community in campaign to stop Richmond casino By Katherine Tam Contra Costa Times Posted: 05/21/2010 06:39:26 PM PDT RICHMOND -- Fourteen card clubs are ramping up their campaign to defeat a proposed casino-hotel resort on Richmond's waterfront...

If you live in Marina Bay, The Iron Triangle, Santa Fe, Coronado, Point Richmond or other neighborhoods in south Richmond, your sleep may get better later this summer BNSF is scheduled to begin the crossing improvement work on what they call the Siberia Lead by the...

The editorial at the bottom of this E-FORUM was submitted by Richmond City Council Member Jim Rogers. Although I voted against the latest extension of the LDA to April 2011 (Casino Four Hands Out 11-Month Extension of Point Molate Casino LDA, May 19, 2010), I like to...

Mayor and Councilmembers: This is the weekly report for the week ending May 21st, 2010. Meeting Notes The next City Council meeting will be on Tuesday, May 25th beginning with a Closed Session at 5:00 PM, followed by the regular meeting agenda (mostly presentations...

Discuss Richmond Greenway By Katherine Tam Contra Costa Times Posted: 05/19/2010 01:40:59 PM PDT RICHMOND/EL CERRITO — Residents can give feedback on plans to complete the Richmond Greenway at community meetings over the next two weeks. The cities of Richmond and El...

See http://www.ktvu.com/video/23536646/index.html. For information on Richmond’s foreclosure program, contact Tim Higares, Code Enforcement Manager, Richmond Police Department, thigares@richmondpd.net, (510) 620 – 6508.

Council approves another Point Molate extension Dueling messages flew about a proposed casino at Point Molate on Tuesday night. (Photo by: Robert Rogers) By: Ian Stewart | May 19, 2010 – 12:08 am In a session that highlighted the contentiousness of a proposed hotel...