Casino plan numbers batted about By Lisa Vorderbrueggen Contra Costa Times Posted: 04/24/2010 05:00:00 PM PDT Updated: 04/24/2010 05:16:12 PM PDT The courting of public opinion in Richmond over the controversial Indian hotel-casino proposal for Point Molate continues...

Junktique Sale returns to Richmond By Chris Treadway Contra Costa Times Posted: 04/23/2010 02:22:12 PM PDT Updated: 04/23/2010 02:22:12 PM PDT POINT RICHMOND — The annual Junktique Sale, the year's largest fundraiser event at First United Methodist Church of Richmond,...

I’ve been out of town for nearly a week, so the E-FORUM has been sparse to non-existent, something that many of you probably appreciate. We spent a few days in Arkansas at Deepwood, taking care of some of those chores that plague rural absentee property owners. We had...

Mayor and Councilmembers: This is the weekly report for the week ending April 16th, 2010. 1. Meeting Notes The next City Council meeting will be on Tuesday, April 20th, beginning with a Closed Session at 5:00 PM, followed by the Housing Commission at 6:25 PM, and with...

The results of a poll released by Whitehurst/Mosher and presumably paid for by card clubs purports to show growing opposition to a casino at Point Molate and strong support for preserving open space along Richmond’s shoreline. Click here for a copy of the summary.

The Washington Elementary PTA is pleased to announce a Raffle Fundraiser and International Fair on Thursday, April 22 from 6:30-8:30 PM (Earth Day), in the school multipurpose room. This event is free and open to the public. Winners do not need to be present to win....

I will be extracting honey from my beehives as a feature of the Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour at our garden. If you have not yet registered for the free Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour (which takes place on Sunday, May 2)—please do so now! The garden...

Bridges Out of Homelessness: Vocations, Health and Housing” The one-day conference “Bridges Out of Homelessness: Vocations, Health and Housing” presents proven programs and cost-effective new solutions to reduce homelessness. This new conference, which will present...

For Immediate Release Contact: Trina Jackson, 510-620-8581 The 1000-island City of Zhoushan, China and Richmond, CA have been Sister Cities since 1993. A Richmond delegation led by Richmond Councilmember Nat Bates visited Zhoushan in 2007. The Zhoushan Mayor...

Several people have asked me what project were previously funded by bonds paid for by sewer fees. Click here to see a list.

Unemployed laborers MISDIRECT frustration and anger at Richmond Mayor At the April 6 Richmond City Council meeting a stream of unemployed laborers and labor leaders vented their anger and frustration on Mayor Gayle McLaughlin. They blamed the mayor for their...

Vote Early – Vote Often: Best of the Bay SF Chronicle is compiling their list for “The BEST of the BAY!” The voting has begun. Be sure to vote for Catahoula Coffee. Let’s not only put Catahoula Coffee on the map… but Richmond, CA as well. Let’s get the Vote Out!...

Chevron files intent to petition in Richmond for tax measure to counter city's plan By Katherine Tam Contra Costa Times Posted: 04/02/2010 11:37:12 AM PDT Updated: 04/02/2010 05:54:12 PM PDT RICHMOND — Chevron's bid to counter the city of Richmond's utility tax...

Lots of people have emailed me about the proposed sewer rate increase. For the City’s official information sheet, click here to Read more. The public hearing concerning the proposed changes to the sewer rates that was noticed for the City Council meeting of April 6th...

Five dollar music at the Craneway. The Craneway Pavilion and BoilerHouse Restaurant are hosting music every Friday night in April. Doors open at 8:00 PM. Only $5. See attached flyer for upcoming artists or visit CranewayBlog.com for more details. We liked Nell...

It’s been a while since I have written about East Brother Lighthouse, one of Richmond’s best known landmarks, now completing its 30th year of successful operation. I encourage you to: Treat yourself to a stay at the lighthouse – perfect for a birthday or anniversary!...

V-DAY RICHMOND 2010 UNITES WOMEN FROM ENTIRE EAST BAY FOR EVE ENSLER’S “THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES” APRIL 12 AT CRANEWAY PAVILLION In association with the Contra Costa College Drama Department V-Day Richmond 2010 a Benefit Production of Eve Ensler’s T H E V A G I N A M O N...

In a face slap beyond cynical, Chevron filed their utility user tax ballot measure yesterday, deceptively entitled “City of Richmond Utility Users Tax Reform Act,” that would hold Chevron’s tax payment at approximately the current minimum level while cutting everyone...

Mayor and Councilmembers: This is the weekly report for the week ending April 2nd, 2010. Meeting Notes The next City Council meeting will be Tuesday, April 6th, beginning with a Closed Session at 5:00 PM, followed by the regular agenda at 6:30 PM. Community Meetings...