On December 17, City Council officially recognized Trish Herrera Spencer’s and Malia Vella’s years of service at their final meeting as Councilmembers. Karin K. Jensen highlights their accomplishments during their time serving Alameda. https://alamedapost.com/news/city-council-recognizes-herrera-spencers-vellas-years-service/
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At the meeting on November 6, Ken Der reports City Council expressed concerns that the proposed expansion to the Oakland Airport will lead to additional flights over the city, while the admonishment of Trish Herrera Spencer was dropped without a vote.
https://alamedapost.com/news/council-hears-oak-airport-expansion-herrera-spencer-admonishment/
#alameda #CityCouncil #MaliaVella #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #OaklandAirport #PortOfOakland #TonyDaysog #TracyJensen #TrishHerreraSpencer
Adam Gillitt reports that Alameda election results are still to be decided a week after the general election, as voters, candidates, and local officials await final tallies from the Alameda County Registrar of Voters.
https://alamedapost.com/news/alamedas-general-election-update-2-a-week-after/
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Alameda's General Election results show a change is coming to City Council, but Adam Gillitt reports there were few other surprises among local and other California races.
https://alamedapost.com/news/alamedas-general-election-update-1-the-day-after/
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Bodycam footage from the Long Beach Police Department shows Alameda City Councilmember Trish Herrera Spencer appearing intoxicated as she interacts with first responders outside the League of Cities Conference before she was hospitalized.
https://alamedapost.com/news/police-bodycam-footage-shows-intoxicated-trish-herrera-spencer/
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Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft and Councilmember Malia Vella have requested a referral on the November 6 City Council agenda to consider an adoption of a resolution to admonish City Councilmember Trish Herrera Spencer. Kelsey Goeres shares the possible next steps and a copy of the full resolution.
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***Sponsored post*** Alameda residents Reyla Graber, Paul Foreman, Dianne B. Steed, Karen Miller, Therese Hall, and Margaret Hall object to a mailer produced by Max Hodak and Science Corp. targeting Councilmember Trish Herrera Spencer.
https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/slick-scientists-sling-sludge-in-alameda-council-race/
Trish Herrera Spencer responds to the incident that took place at the Long Beach League of California Cities Conference and Expo. "Spencer maintains she was the victim of a crime," reports Kelsey Goeres.
https://alamedapost.com/news/trish-herrera-spencer-responds-long-beach-incident/
Karin K. Jensen reports on updates and revisions heard at Alameda City Council to the CARP (Climate Action and Resiliency) and ZWIP (Zero Waste Implementation) plans this week including expanded EV charging capabilities.
https://alamedapost.com/news/city-council-holds-study-session-for-carp-and-zwip-updates/
#alameda #carp #CityCouncil #ClimateChange #MaliaVella #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #TracyJensen #TrishHerreraSpencer #zwip
Today's letter writers pen their support for Susan Gonzales for the EBRPD Board and their disappointment at the mailer entitled, “Who Is Looking Out for Alameda?” opposing Trish Herrera Spencer.
https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/letters-to-the-editor-for-october-18-2024/
On October 1, City Council held a study session on development strategies for the Enterprise District, an Alameda Point zone envisioned for job generation. "The City plans an aggressive marketing campaign, including direct outreach to businesses," reports Karin K. Jensen.
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Nearly 150 curious voters filled the social hall at the Mastick Senior Center to learn about the policies, positions, and the individuals running for City Council at the September 28 candidate forum. Watch the full video, and see Ken Der's written summary here.
https://alamedapost.com/news/voters-meet-contenders-city-council-candidate-forum/
#alameda #CityCouncil #election2024 #GregBoller #LeagueOfWomenVoters #MichelePryor #StephenSlauson #ThushanAmarasiriwardena #TrishHerreraSpencer
After undergoing a Call for Review, a new preschool at 3100 Central Avenue gets a green light from the Planning Board. "Supporters cited a critical need for high-quality aftercare and preschool services, calling the location ideal for East End families," reports Karin K. Jensen.
https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-approves-preschool-permit-after-call-review/
We are one step closer to the new Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter Animal Medical Services & Training Campus! The innovative new FAAS campus aims to perform an astounding 9,000 spay/neuter surgeries a year. Jean Chen chats with attendees at the September 18 groundbreaking ceremony.
https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/faas-breaks-ground-on-new-campus/
#alameda #AlamedaChamberAndEconomicAlliance #BayFarmIsland #faas #FriendsOfTheAlamedaAnimalShelter #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #TrishHerreraSpencer
Five people are competing for two four-year terms on Alameda’s City Council in this November's election. After reaching out to the candidates for more information about their campaigns, Adam Gillitt summarizes their answers.
https://alamedapost.com/news/five-vie-two-council-seats-november/
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City Council held a study session to explore the challenging economic realities of new housing construction. "Inflation, increased labor and insurance costs, high interest rates, and limited capital have almost entirely halted new multifamily housing construction," explains Karin K. Jensen.
https://alamedapost.com/news/council-explores-challenging-economics-new-housing/
#AffordableHousing #alameda #AlamedaPoint #CityCouncil #CityOfAlameda #MaliaVella #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #TonyDaysog #TrishHerreraSpencer
The nomination period for certain offices was extended, specifically offices where an incumbent had not filed for reelection. Adam Gillitt highlights last minute additions for the local elections on the November ballot.
https://alamedapost.com/news/extension-period-reshapes-alamedas-ballot-for-november/
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Local candidates on Alameda's ballot for the Nov. 5 General Election have been set with the closing of the nomination period. Adam Gillitt lists which candidates are competing for office, and which will be seated without a contest.
https://alamedapost.com/news/alamedas-candidates-set-for-november-5-election/
#alameda #candidates #CityCouncil #election2024 #GregBoller #MichelePryor #StevenSlauson #ThushanAmarasiriwardena #TrishHerreraSpencer
At the July 2 meeting, Alameda City Council voted against placing a $150 million infrastructure bond measure on the ballot, despite public support. Vicky Nguyen reports they also passed amendments to City policy restricting investment in "fossil fuels and weapons of any kind."
https://alamedapost.com/news/mayor-ashcraft-decries-the-tyranny-of-the-minority/
#alameda #CityCouncil #JenniferOtt #MaliaVella #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #PublicSafety #SeaLevelRise #TonyDaysog #TracyJensen #TrishHerreraSpencer
At a bustling meeting, Karin K. Jensen reports that City Council plans for a new library at Alameda Point, approves Estuary Park Phase 2, approves a citywide accessibility transition plan, and repeals natural gas ban for new construction.
https://alamedapost.com/news/council-meeting-new-library-park-plans/
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