Archive By Section - Government
Big box still on the table
The big box discussion isn't over in Turlock quite yet.
Tax board sitting on $15 million in undelivered refunds
Due to bad addresses, nearly 49,000 Californians didn't receive their state income tax refund last year.
Hughson finance director retires; city hires part-time replacement
The City of Hughson is starting over with a clean slate in the new year. Three new council members joined the Hughson City Council after the recall election in August, and a new city manager was hired in September. Hughson will continue to see new faces at City Hall after the City Council approved the hiring of a new finance director on Monday. "Debbie Paul ...
Public Safety Facility back on track, despite bond issues
Turlock's oft-delayed Public Safety Facility is one step closer to becoming reality. On Tuesday night, the Turlock City Council unanimously approved issuing municipal bonds through the city's Redevelopment Agency to fund the majority of the $28 million project.
Oath of Office
Nine Stanislaus County officials were sworn in on Tuesday by Superior Judge William Mayhew.
Council to consider Public Safety Facility, big box stores, downtown core on Tuesday
The on-hold Public Safety Facility is back on the Turlock City Council's agenda on Tuesday, as the council will be asked to approve a more than $15 million bond issuance needed to finance the approximately $27 million project.
Target drops plans to expand grocery sales in Turlock
Target dropped plans to expand its Turlock store's grocery business on Thursday, just hours before the Planning Commission was set to consider the issue.
Denair student accompanies Congressman Denham to D.C.
When 13-year-old Denair student Cody Alicea questioned why he was told to take down the American flag off of his bicycle at school, he was standing up for his right to express his patriotism. Cody never dreamed his patriotism would take him all the way to the heart of the country - Washington, D.C.
A new call to service
In 1961, President John F. Kennedy challenged a nation to, "ask not what your country can do for you - ask what you can do for your country."
Despite budget cuts, Turlock sees busy project year
For most jurisdictions, 2010 was a time of budget cuts and austerity. But thanks to a healthy General Fund Reserve, federal stimulus funds, and union concessions, the City of Turlock was able to avoid layoffs and start new projects.
2010 elections bring big changes to Turlock, Hughson city councils
Coming into 2010, everyone knew the fall City Council election had the potential to drastically change Turlock's leadership.
A host of new laws take effect Jan. 1 regarding truancy, marijuana and online impersonation
Three hours after that big ball drops in New York City on Saturday – weather permitting, of course – more than 700 new laws will take effect in the State of California, changing penalties for marijuana possession, extending benefits for foster children, and banning trans-fat oil from bakeries, among hundreds of other changes. For more information, read on:
County to look at regionalization of services in coming year
The Journal asked Stanislaus County Supervisor Vito Chiesa to look back at 2010 and ahead for 2011. The following is his perspectives on the county's past and future.
USDA offers conservation funding to organic producers
The USDA's Organic Initiative will enter its third year of helping organic producers and those looking to transition into organic production in 2011 with up to $50 million in funding. "Increasing consumer demand for organically grown foods is providing new opportunities for small and mid-size farmers to prosper and stay competitive in today's economy," Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan said. "The 2008 ...
Lazar: Council up for challenges of 2011
The Journal asked Turlock Mayor John Lazar to look back at 2010 and ahead for 2011. The following is his perspectives on the city's past and future.
Articles by Section - Government
Olsen talks new bills, hydrofracking and regulations with Turlockers
Assemblymember Kristin Olsen (R-Modesto) and residents of Turlock came together Thursday to informally discuss pressing issues affecting citizens at a Town Hall meeting hosted by the Chamber of Commerce. Items discussed included Olsen's 2013 legislative measures to protect students and veterans, as well as the need for job stability and Governor Jerry Brown's proposal to hydrofrack in California. Olsen started the Town Hall meeting by shunning the traditional podium- audience set up and ...
Bocce ball courts met with protest at all sites
Wednesday night marked the one year anniversary of when the Parks and Recreation Commission first heard a proposal from the members of the Turlock Rotary Club regarding their interests in establishing a bocce ball court in Crane Park. Since then, little progress has been made in the matter. Despite the best intentions of the Turlock Noon Rotary to construct two bocce ball courts as a gift for the Turlock community, protests have been ...
Queen Shamiram still homeless
It's been six years since Turlock native and television personality Narsai David has attempted to place a 9-foot bronze statue of Queen Shamiram on Turlock grounds. Since then, David has been met with confusing mixed messages by California State University, Stanislaus about placing the statue on its campus, and has found little ground for placing the statue anywhere else in Turlock. The Queen Shamiram Statue Location Subcommittee, comprised of Larry Yeakel, Lew Boyle, ...
Planning puts new spin on sign regulations
What may be considered normal advertisement to some local business owners may actually be a city code violation. Many businesses don't realize that there are a large percentage of signs throughout the City of Turlock that are or will soon be considered illegal, including sign spinners, flags and banners.
State of California sues everyone over High-Speed Rail funding
Those wishing to pursue legal action to stop the California High-Speed Railway's progression will soon have their day in court, as the state preemptively sued everyone. The lawsuit, titled "High-Speed Rail Authority v. All Persons Interested," allows all parties who oppose the project a chance to voice their concerns in court at one time. The California Attorney General's Office will represent the rail authority in court. The lawsuit's intention is to speed up ...
Grant could help police fleet go green
The task of catching law-breakers could be getting greener here in Turlock if the City Council approves a grant application seeking environmental-friendly vehicles. The Turlock Police Department hopes to obtain the City Council's approval to submit an amended grant application for $98,862 to the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District to be used to purchase vehicles with low emissions. The grant has to be amended because the Air District has changed ...
Bill would allow California dairies to join federal pricing
As a dairyman, Representative David Valadao (R-Hanford) knows more than his fair share about the decline of dairy industries in California. In response to the crisis, the Central Valley native's first piece of legislation would allow California to join the Federal Milk Marketing Order system while continuing its state quota system. The legislative action is co-sponsored by local Congressman Jeff Denham (R-Turlock), who wishes to focus on representing the long-term interests of California's ...
Immigration debate heats up at Central Valley forum
Stories of hardship shared through tears were heard alongside shouts to enforce current immigration laws at Tuesday's listening session hosted by the Congregations Building Communities association and attended by U.S. Reps. Jeff Denham (R-Turlock) and Trey Gowdy (R-South Carolina). Over 1,500 people filled St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Modesto Tuesday evening to voice their opinions about immigration reform in the first of two Valley forums put on by the CBC in association with ...
Community forum to discuss immigration reform
U.S. Representative Jeff Denham (R-Turlock) is hosting two upcoming listening sessions for constituents of California's 10thCongressional District to share their thoughts, ideas and concerns regarding immigration reform, jobs and taxes, and education policies currently being worked on in Congress. "As your Congressman, I'd like to hear from you about the critical issues facing our country and our community," said Denham. "From creating fair and respectful immigration policies, to helping to create good paying ...
Council approves work on F Street, Golden State intersection
In a brief meeting Tuesday night the Turlock City Council approved a motion to make some much needed improvements to the Golden State Boulevard and F Street intersection.
Housing development seeks new water deal
Monterey Park, a small development of rural homes located northwest of Turlock, could be receiving future water service from the City of Ceres. But members of the Ceres City Council met Monday and made it clear they want Stanislaus County to insulate the city from any financial jeopardy. The tract, built in 1965 but served since 1984 by a Community Services District, currently receives water pumped from a ground well. The district was formed ...
Fish v. farm: Water board hearing sparks heated debate
Hundreds of concerned residents from the Central Valley made their presence known during the high-stakes State Water Resources Control Board hearing this week. Their message to the water board: farms are more important than fish. The hearing was scheduled to receive public input on a proposal to redirect over 35 percent of unimpaired flows from Tuolumne, Merced and Stanislaus rivers in order to preserve the Chinook salmon. "We were very concerned that ...
Applicants sought for Civil Grand Jury
The selection process for the 2013-2014 Stanislaus County Civil Grand Jury has started. Anyone interested in serving on the Civil Grand Jury may contact the Grand Jury Office at 558-7766 or go on line at www.stanct.org to download an application. The deadline for applications is April 30. All persons who qualify to serve on the grand jury will be interviewed by Presiding Judge of the Superior Court Loretta Begen, Assistant Presiding Judge Nan ...
Council splits on union negotiator hire
In a 3-2 split Tuesday night the Turlock City Council approved hiring retired law enforcement official Dave Young to act as an outside labor negotiator in the upcoming contract discussions with the city employee unions. Young has worked with City Manager Roy Wasden several times in the past. He retired as assistant chief from the Modesto Police Department while Wasden was the police chief and has previously filled interim positions at the Turlock ...
Bocce ball court debate continues
Though Turlock Noon Rotary's plan to construct two bocce ball courts in Crane Park was foiled last year, leader Mike Dini is not giving up on the project, and has already proposed new locations that he hopes will garner public support within the next couple weeks. Residents near Crane Park said that the concept of a public bocce ball court was a great asset to the city, but many voiced their concerns on ...
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