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Hughson residents discuss recall election possibilities
After the three Hughson City Council members have made it clear they will not resign, Hughson residents have taken the matter into their own hands.
Partnership key to county success in 2010, says Grover
Chairman of the Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors Jeff Grover delivered the 2010 State of the County address on Tuesday, offering a message of cautious hope for the county despite dismal economic conditions.
Hughson votes out city manager; mayor calls for resignations
Many controversial issues were tackled at Monday night's Hughson City Council meeting, that saw community and council members speaking out of turn in heated debate.
Census participation essential, says county
Tuesday marked the start of the 2010 Census campaign in Stanislaus County, as county officials and community leaders gathered in Modesto Center Plaza to convey the importance of the once-per-decade population count.
Farmers implore legislators to find water solutions now
U.S. Reps. Dennis Cardoza (D-Merced) and Jim Costa (D-Fresno) held a briefing on Thursday at the Los Banos Fairgrounds to discuss the valley water crisis, but many of the 200 plus in attendance weren't happy with the seeming lack of short-term solutions to the lowest water allocations in history.
Public calls for councilmen’s resignations
Over 100 angry residents filled the Hughson Community Senior Center on Monday demanding the three council members that the Civil Grand Jury found "promoted their own agenda against the best interests of the citizens of Hughson" resign.
Health and Human Services hardest hit by governor’s proposed budget
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger revealed his 2010 budget proposal on Friday, calling for $8.5 billion in spending cuts and $6.9 million in federal money - but no new taxes - as part of his plan to bridge an expected $20 billion state deficit through June 30, 2011.
Piano bar given pass on midnight restriction
What was controversial in 2009 was an easy decision in 2010. On Thursday, the Turlock Planning Commission unanimously approved extending the hours of operation for the Vintage Lounge Piano Bar from 12 midnight to 1:30 a.m. daily.
Denham now seeks seat in U.S. Congress
The 2010 election landscape shifted significantly on Tuesday, and once again State Senator Jeff Denham (R-Merced) was at the center of the changes.
Bublak and Jackson look back on their first year in office
2009 may have been the last year of the decade, but it was the first year in office for new Turlock City Councilwomen Mary Jackson and Amy Bublak. Despite a number of challenges, ranging from the economy to controversial local issues, both councilwomen look back on the year as a successful one.
Civil Grand Jury finds Hughson City Council members in violation of Brown Act
Three Hughson City Council members received not so glad tidings on Tuesday when the Civil Grand Jury handed down a recommendation that they be removed from office.
Poker room to grow, city to profit
The Turlock Poker Room will grow from 10 to 14 tables, following the acceptance of a new development agreement with the city.
Commission blames Debely for loss of teen center funding
The Turlock Parks, Recreation and Community Commission went on record at their Wednesday meeting to disapprove of the Turlock City Council's decision to use Redevelopment Agency funds to renovate Joe Debely Stadium.
Council approves ‘In God We Trust’
The Turlock City Council approved plans late Tuesday evening to display the national motto "In God We Trust" and the preamble to the United States Constitution in Turlock City Hall, despite some legal concerns.
City of Hughson employees spread thin with six vacant positions
In these bad economic times, it is expected for mangers to take on more responsibility to fill vacant positions but the City of Hughson city manager is being stretched to the point of breaking.
Articles by Section - Government
Library still vital part of community, report finds
In a time of Kindles, the Internet, and high-speed, always-on communications, is the quiet, quaint, nearly century-old Stanislaus County Library system still relevant? "The answer is yes. It certainly is," said Stanislaus County Librarian Vanessa Czopek, during Tuesday's annual library report. "More residents than ever are utilizing the library's core services." The 69 percent of Stanislaus County residents holding library cards checked out 2.2 million items last year –those coming from the ...
Denair fire could lose big in Turlock’s General Plan
For nearly 70 years, the Denair Fire Department has protected the swath of rural, agricultural land which lies between Turlock and Denair. But, as the years have gone by, Turlock has grown eastward toward its nearest neighbor, steadily shrinking the department's turf – and its tax base, said Denair Fire Department Chief Glen Doerksen. "They've slowly just kept encroaching closer, going east to Denair, taking our land," Doerksen said. At one ...
City Council approves ag preservation map
In hopes of preserving agricultural land – and Turlock's ability to grow – the Turlock City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved a map which would limit Turlock's size and shape through the year 2050. The move comes as part of a countywide effort, known as the Agricultural Preservation Plan 2050, driven by the Stanislaus County Mayors' Group. By having each city approve a growth envelope, all land outside those boundaries could be preserved ...
Council approves homeless day center
Out with the youth, in with the homeless. Turlock's Youth Center will become the city's first homeless day center, following a 4-1 council decision Tuesday night. "The council's been talking about it for two to three years," said Councilmember Forrest White. "It's time to get off our you-know-what's and do something." The center, to be operated by local non-profit Turlock Gospel Mission, will be open seven days a week year-round, from ...
Council, Planning Commission split on city’s growth plan
The Turlock City Council unanimously agreed to move forward with the city's ongoing general plan update – a document which will guide the city's growth for 20 years – even as citizens and planning commissioners continued to voice lingering concerns about where Turlock will grow. Tuesday's move will release the draft plan, beginning the lengthy environmental review process. Only after that process is completed and impacts of the plan are fully assessed will ...
County employees agree to pay cut
Seven of 12 Stanislaus County labor unions will take 6 percent pay reduction, after labor groups voluntarily returned to the negotiating table to help the county make ends meet in tough economic times. The agreement, due to take effect July 1, 2012, will replace an expiring agreement which saw employees agree to an effective 5 percent pay cut. "We greatly appreciate you working with us during these trying times," said Stanislaus County ...
Mayors say ag plan still in works
A plan to preserve agricultural land in the county, driven by the Stanislaus County Mayors' Group, isn't intended to be a unilateral matter – and isn't anywhere near finished, say the county's mayors. That comes as news to planning commissions and city councils across the county, many of which responded with shock when a map of planned city growth boundaries was released last month with the Mayors' Group asking ...
Homeless day center planned for youth center
A day-time resource and assistance center for Turlock's homeless may soon open its doors at the city-owned Turlock Youth Center, located at 1030 East Ave.
County to hire 41 workers to fill social services needs
If there's any hire Stanislaus County would rather not make, it's this one. The embattled county will hire 41 new employees in the Community Services Agency to address surging demand for social services, supervisors decided Tuesday as part of a quarterly budget review. "It is becoming a harsh reality in Stanislaus County that the day-to-day life of many citizens is becoming more and more challenged by the poor economy at this time," ...
Nino named new Stanislaus County CEO
A national search to locate Stanislaus County's new chief executive officer found the best candidate was close to home. Monica Nino, currently the county assistant executive officer, will assume the role of Stanislaus County CEO effective Jan. 1, 2012. "We are extremely pleased with the results of this process and the selection of Ms. Monica Nino," said Dick Monteith, Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors chairman. "Ms. Nino has the experience, skills and ...
City prioritizes goals in newly passed Strategic Plan
With a few final tweaks, the Turlock City Council on Tuesday accepted the 2011-2013 City of Turlock Strategic Plan - a document intended to guide all Turlock policy through 2013.
Cost of stamps set to increase
The price to send a letter will rise by one cent, effective Jan. 22, 2012. A First-Class Forever stamp will cost 45 cents. The stamps currently cost 44 cents – a price they have held since their introduction in May 2009. The United States Postal Service said the price increase is necessary to address the ongoing financial crisis. "The overall average price increase is small and is needed to help address ...
Split council agrees to pay state millions to keep RDA
A split Turlock City Council on Tuesday took the next step toward paying the State of California $2.46 million to retain the city's redevelopment agency - a payment the majority of council still hopes the city won't have to make, given ongoing legal action. The "voluntary" RDA measure, approved by the state legislature in July as part of a balanced budget package, forces cities statewide to either shut down their redevelopment agencies - ...
Turlockers question General Plan premises
Nearly three years into the planning process, some Turlockers are still questioning the premise Turlock's General Plan Update – a document which will guide the city's growth for 20 years – is based on. Their concerns were aired at a public meeting to review the draft General Plan on Thursday evening, intended as an opportunity for the public to familiarize themselves with the near-final plan. The General Plan Update envisions Turlock growing ...
Council to consider strategic plan, adopt RDA ordinance
A special meeting will be held at 5 p.m. on Tuesday at City Hall to adopt Turlock's 2011-2013 Strategic Plan. The plan, a conceptual long-term planning document which will guide Turlock policy through 2013, has been in the works since March. Before that effort, the document had lain dormant since 2007 and expired in 2009. The delay and a cancelled April follow-up meeting intended to continue work on the plan ...
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