David Alexander

Voters Will Decide Whether to Up Business Tax in 2022 Election

Santa Clara will seek voter approval in the November election to increase taxes on local businesses. During a study session…

October 27, 2021

Santa Clara Police Department to Drastically Increase Police Surveillance Throughout the City

Since the pandemic started, Santa Clara has seen an uptick in crime, a trend police believe the installation of stationary…

October 21, 2021
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El Camino Real Specific Plan Gets Changed Again

In the mayor’s words, the El Camino Real Specific Plan is “back to the drawing board” after the Council voted…

October 20, 2021

Downtown Precise Plan Moves Forward Despite Concerns Around Historic Preservation

Preserving Santa Clara’s historic homes was the most prominent concern while discussing the Downtown Precise Plan. During a study session…

September 30, 2021

Council To Consider Letting Voters Give Them Higher Salaries

The Santa Clara City Council will discuss whether to let the voters drastically increase its salary. In response to a…

September 8, 2021

Council Discusses Homelessness, Sparks Fly Over ManCo Request

A study session to hone in on policies aimed at curtailing homelessness in Santa Clara kicked off Santa Clara City…

August 25, 2021

Still No Decision For Loyalton Ranch, Eight-Hour Meeting Features Discussion On Meeting Efficiency

In its first meeting in a month, the Santa Clara City Council finally discussed selling its Loyalton Ranch property; however,…

August 18, 2021

High-Density Transit Development Still Off The Table, Council To Apologize For CVRA Debacle

The Santa Clara City Council will not reconsider building a high-density, transit hub development slated to be located on Benton…

July 15, 2021

Requirements For Redistricting Committee Set, El Camino Plan Returns

The Santa Clara City Council settled on requirements for the committee that will redraw the City’s district lines. At its…

July 7, 2021
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Council Passes Budget, Amends Cuts To Public Safety

The Santa Clara City Council passed the two-year budget, and, after much debate, opted to split the baby in regards…

June 23, 2021