Our Backyard: Say Yes to Housing
Alameda should settle two costly lawsuits with a developer that wants to construct 182 units of housing on the estuary.
January 11, 2017
An Uncertain Future
Although voters rejected tenants’ request for a moratorium on evictions, tenants hope the new Alameda council will be more sympathetic to their cause.
January 3, 2017
Our Backyard: If for Sports, Then Why Not for Artists and Musicians?
Oakland recently devised an innovative way to fund $200 million in public infrastructure for a new Raiders’ stadium. The city needs to be at least that creative for artists and musicians.
December 15, 2016
Alameda Loses Two Court Battles Involving Waterfront Housing Project
Plus, a judge threw out the city’s developer impact fee, ruling that it violates state law. The decision could cost the city $35 million and threatens to delay the opening of Jean Sweeney Park.
December 1, 2016
The Team Vs. Mr. Housing
Jesse Arreguín and Kriss Worthington are teaming up in Berkeley’s mayor’s race in a fight with fellow councilmember Laurie Capitelli over housing and growth.
September 28, 2016
Rent Control Is Dominating Alameda's Election
The two tenant protection measures on the November ballot promise to also shape the outcome of the city council race.
September 27, 2016
The Battle for Point Molate
Richmond Mayor Tom Butt and a developer want a large-scale development at the former Navy site, while opponents push for open space and low density.
September 6, 2016
Our Backyard: Privileged Government
In Alameda, you can block new housing development if you’re friends with the mayor or a city councilmember. And that’s unfair.
July 5, 2016
