David Alexander

Mayor Sought Speedy Decision From Governor, Council Cries For Policy Change

Santa Clara’s mayor has tried to soften the tenor of a letter she wrote to Gov. Gavin Newsom — without…

October 5, 2022

Mayor’s Letter To Governor About Donor Gets Council’s Attention, Low-Income Housing Project Delayed

The Santa Clara City Council will discuss Mayor Lisa Gillmor’s letter to Gov. Gavin Newsom where she asked for special…

September 28, 2022
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“Qualified Elector” Doesn’t Mean What You Think

Less than a month ago, the Santa Clara City Council removed a planning commissioner shortly after appointing him, saying a…

September 9, 2022

City Clerk Says Police Chief And Clerk Not Being Politicians ‘Flies In The Face Of Democracy’

Santa Clarans could decide whether to have their police chief and city clerk remain elected or turn over their appointment…

August 31, 2022

Planning Commissioner Removed For “Misleading” the Council On Application

Allegations of chicanery regarding a planning commissioner’s residence caused the Council to ax him from that position. At its first…

August 17, 2022

Santa Clara City Council: Business Tax Increase Set For November Ballot

After a week of deliberation, the Santa Clara City Council decided to alter the original proposal for a ballot measure…

July 13, 2022

Proposed Business Tax Measure Not ‘Business Friendly,’ Council Says

The Santa Clara City Council discussed two tax measures for the November ballot, agreed to fund an assessment of its…

July 6, 2022

Mayor’s Claim that the City Had ‘$10 Million Offer’ for Loyalton Ranch Is Bogus

After much back and forth, repeated deferrals and fact finding, the Santa Clara City Council has finally opted to sell…

June 22, 2022

General Plan Altered for Massive Housing Development

During the June 7 City Council meeting, the Santa Clara City Council approved an amendment to the General Plan to…

June 8, 2022
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BMX Track Strife Discussed But Not Resolved

At the May 24, 2022 Santa Clara City Council meeting, the Council discussed whether to allow PAL to continue managing…

May 25, 2022