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...
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...
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...
Contra Costa Responds Quickly to Climbing COVID-19 Cases – Restrictions Reinstated
For Release: November 4, 2020 Contacts: CCHS Media Line, 925-608-5463 Contra Costa Responds Quickly to Climbing COVID-19 Cases With data from the past week showing a marked increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in Contra Costa County, health officials are...
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...
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.
West County Polling Places
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...
“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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
$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:...
The RPA Three – McLaughlin, Jimenez and Willis Lost Thousands of Rental Units in Richmond
When the Rent Control and Just Cause Ordinance was being circulated as an initiative by the RPA, the two original signatories submitting the petition were Gayle McLaughlin and Claudia Jimenez. And while running for council in 2016, Melvin Willis was also being paid by...
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...
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...
City Manager’s Weekly Report for the Week Ending October 23, 2020
This message is being sent on behalf of Acting City Manager Steve Falk Hon. Mayor and Members of the City Council: This is the report for the week ending October 23rd, 2020. Meeting Notes The next City Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 27th, 2020....