City Politics

State’s Claim that City Land was “Owned” by RDA is Questionable

Santa Clara's redevelopment agency (RDA) wasn't just an agency for fostering city improvements. It was…

Hilmar Neighborhood Traffic Woes Worse Than Ever

Two weeks ago the Santa Clara City Council revisited the traffic and trash problems in…

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An Important Message to the Santa Clara Community

Dear Santa Clara Community, We are writing to inform you of a critical issue that…

Everyone Loses as $30 RDA Stadium Money Dispute Heads Back to Court

Engineering systems philosopher John Gall observed 30 years ago that, "Systems tend to oppose their…

Deputy Assessor David Ginsborg Aims for Seat on Water Board

Water has always been a central issue in California public policy. And, with a proposal…

The City of Santa Clara currently has one vacancy on the Planning Commission for a partial term ending June 30, 2014.

The deadlines to receive applications, interview dates and times are as follows:   Deadline to…

Santa Clara City Desk: Sept. 27, 2012

Candidates Forum Holds Few Surprises Last week's City Council Candidates Forum, presented by the League…

Santa Clara Candidate Aims to Prove Grassroots Campaigns Work

In our media saturated age, some people still believe that grassroots campaigning can elect candidates.…

Santa Clara City Desk: Sept. 19, 2012

Federal Grants Fund $1.8 Million in City Streets' Safety and Improvement Santa Clara is moving…

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Santa Clara City Desk: Sept. 12, 2012

Santa Clara Teacher Helps Advance Science, Technology and Math Education St. Lawrence Academy high school…