WCCUSD Superintendent Matt Duffy Announces Departure

https://www.wccusd.net/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&DomainID=1&ModuleInstanceID=26537&ViewID=6446EE88-D30C-497E-9316-3F8874B3E108&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=85542&PageID=1 November 5: Message from the Superintendent En Español November 5, 2020 Dear...

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RPA Runs the Table

With three for three in the November 3 election under the new district system, the RPA now claims a majority on the City Council. Although I am disappointed in the outcome, I am taking the news philosophically. I probably have more in common with the RPA than in...

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Contra Costa Veterans Day Event

Contra Costa County’s Board of Supervisors honors veterans and invites the community to a virtual live-stream of the Annual Veterans Day Celebration on Tuesday, November 10, 2020, at 11:00 am. The Social Distancing Order of September 14 prevents a public gathering to...

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Today! Free Monthly Compost Giveaway for Richmond Residents

Today! Free Monthly Compost Giveaway for Residents Richmond households can pick up for free 2 cubic yards of compost from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 101 Pittsburg Avenue, Richmond. Close the loop on your organics recycling by using the finished compost made right here in...

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Richmond Election Results

With thanks to Don Gosney, I provide below the results to date of local elections. These are not final. They represent the mail-in ballots received by October 30. It cold be days, or even weeks, before the final tally is available.

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Campaign Finance in the WCCUSD Race

From Public Core: CAMPAIGN FINANCE UPDATE 10/30/20 Big Charter Money in School Board Elections Charter interests are spending hundreds of thousands of dollars to buy School Board Seats in Oakland and West Contra Costa County. Based on required filings with the County...

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“Third World Rat Infested Shit Hole”

Some people just don’t appreciate Richmond. One of the benefits of being mayor are the communications I receive from residents, some with appreciation, some with suggestions and some rants from unhappy people, but this takes the cake! From: Cherisse Sent: Thursday,...

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RPA City Council Campaign Built on Falsehoods

Since I am not in a district that is up for election, I don’t receive any campaign mailers, but a couple have been brought to my attention by others. There are “Vote for the Green Team” themed mailers paid for by SEIU Local 1021 and IFPTE Local 21 supporting the RPA...

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The Irony and Hypocrisy of RPA and Rent Control

On October 7, I shared a letter written on behalf of Firefighter Local 188 asking for an investigation into the residency of two candidates (Candidates' Residency Questioned in Letter to City and DA, October 7, 2020). One of those candidates was Melvin Willis, who...

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Ballot Myths Abound in Richmond

There are two ballot-related issues that people are contacting me about. The first is a claim that their ballot is defective because it doesn’t include City Council candidates. They want to know how they can obtain a proper replacement ballot. I imagine a lot of head...

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Virtual Harmony Walk This Year

Support GRIP by joining their first ever virtual walk where donors, like you, can walk from the comfort of your own home and donate to their cause to end homelessness and eradicate hunger! $35 registration comes with a t-shirt. Walk at your own comfort level and...

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City of Richmond: Virtual Community Workshop

City of Richmond: Virtual Community Workshop You are invited to learn more about the Richmond Livable Corridors Form-Based Code and provide your input. The new code was drafted for the Central Richmond PDA in 2015-2016 to implement Richmond General Plan 2030 and...

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$1 Ferry Rides Start Monday

SAN FRANCISCO BAY FERRY This November, $1 fares are available via the Hopthru app for all passengers – loyal or new! The ferry offers spectacular views and ample fresh air + there are critical health measures in effect to protect everyone onboard. More Info:...

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Jimenez Perpetuates Wastewater System Myths

As a City Council candidate, Claudia Jimenez should take an interest in the wastewater system operated by the City. She has just written her own version of the recent history of the system, which can be found at...

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Richmond Commercial Real Estate Market Remains Strong

Thanks to Cushman & Wakefield broker Jeffrey Leenhouts, I get these market summaries every quarter. Jeffrey A. Leenhouts Managing Director CA License 01063048 Direct: +1 510 267 6014 Mobile: +1 510 421 1790 Fax: +1 510 465 1350 jeffrey.leenhouts@cushwake.com 555...

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