TIM HUNT
The firefighters wage deal is good for both sides
Both firefighters and police officers in Pleasanton must realize how good they have it.
The unions for both public safety organizations have agreed to new contracts th... |
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on Aug 28, 2012 at 1:03 pm by GX, a member of the Foothill High School community |
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Tough negotiations ahead for Castlewood management
It’s a challenging time to be a board member of the Castlewood Country Club.
Castlewood has been caught in a struggle with its unionized dining room and kitchen employe... |
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on Aug 23, 2012 at 8:08 am by Tim Hunt, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood |
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Pleasanton parents--bring your checkbooks
How times have changed for Pleasanton Partnerships in Education.
When the organization was initially formed—as major high-tech firms came to town—directors reserved f... |
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on Aug 22, 2012 at 11:17 am by Kathleen Ruegsegger, a resident of the Vintage Hills Elementary School neighborhood |
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A legacy that people use daily
A small group of friends and family celebrated the life of Bill Herlihy on Monday in Orinda. He died on July 23 at the age of 90.
This week, hundreds of children, adult ... |
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on Aug 16, 2012 at 8:01 am by Tim Hunt, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood |
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Soaring college costs prompt questions
The soaring price of a college education has continued to make news.
States, caught with revenues dipping, have reduced support so the many state universities (Califo... |
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on Aug 15, 2012 at 11:01 am by GX, a member of the Foothill High School community |
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Just saying No
The resounding No from the Livermore Recreation and Park District to the city of Livermore on the subject of a joint venture was notable.
The park district has been br... |
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on Aug 9, 2012 at 7:44 am by Tim Hunt, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood |
TIM HUNT
Final week for filing for City Council
The Pleasanton City Council election field will come into shape this week when filing closes.
With three members termed out—Mayor Jennifer Hosterman as well as coun... |
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on Aug 7, 2012 at 5:08 am by Tim Hunt, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood |
TIM HUNT
Viewing the Olympics from abroad
Watching the Olympics from afar or at home has happened to me a few times over the past 30 years. The London games find me in Swaziland after a one-night stop on Sunday in Sou... |
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on Aug 2, 2012 at 8:42 am by Tim Hunt, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood |
TIM HUNT
Did you catch President Obama’s latest pandering to the youth vote?
Did you catch President Obama’s latest pandering to the youth vote?
He suggested that current law be changed so after graduation students carrying heavy loan burdens could... |
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on Jul 26, 2012 at 8:23 am by Tim Hunt, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood |
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Setting priorities
These are challenging times for the Pleasanton police department leaders.
In a more normal economy with typical city revenues flowing, the department has an authorize... |
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on Jul 24, 2012 at 8:29 am by Tim Hunt, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood |
TIM HUNT
Split reading sessions are the right choice
Perhaps the flap from parents about the Pleasanton school district’s split reading program is no surprise—it has been almost 20 years since Gov. Pete Wilson pushed through... |
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on Jul 22, 2012 at 10:49 am by Sandy, a resident of the Mohr Park neighborhood |
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Convenience counts
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors is likely to enact the nation’s first ordinance requiring drug manufacturers to provide a way to dispose of expired or unneeded pre... |
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on Jul 17, 2012 at 7:46 am by Tim Hunt, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood |
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What's wrong with California: Part II
Continuing the discussion of what’s broken in California, a July 7th Wall Street Journal editorial called out just how expensive AB 32—the anti-global warming law that passed... |
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on Jul 12, 2012 at 4:31 pm by liberalism is a disease, a resident of the Birdland neighborhood |
TIM HUNT
Debating celebrations grown too large
Last week, the San Ramon City Council continued a month-long discussion about how to handle its traditional Fourth of July fireworks.
Since 1985, two years after San Ramon ... |
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on Jul 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm by Tim Hunt, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood |
TIM HUNT
Disconnects in Sacramento
Consider that the budget passed by the Legislature and signed by the governor relies on voters passing a significant temporary tax increase in November. The measure, which th... |
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on Jul 10, 2012 at 1:51 pm by Marcia, a member of the Walnut Grove Elementary School community |
TIM HUNT
Understanding your priorities
It is very clear what’s driving the Democrat-majority in the state Legislature as it heads toward adjournment for summer recess tomorrow—doing all members can to put the gover... |
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on Jul 5, 2012 at 8:57 am by Casanova_Frankenstein, a resident of the Old Towne neighborhood |
TIM HUNT
The court got one right
As we celebrate our nation’s independence today, I have been reflecting on one of the less publicized Supreme Court decision during a momentous week in Washington D.C.
The c... |
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on Jul 4, 2012 at 9:37 am by Tim Hunt, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood |
TIM HUNT
Revolutionizing higher education
The Democrat-dominated Legislature is doing everything possible to clear the way for the public to approve the governor’s tax increase initiative in November, including... |
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on Jun 29, 2012 at 5:02 pm by Moravecglobal, a resident of the Parkside neighborhood |
TIM HUNT
The big budget gamble
The budget machinations in Sacramento apparently will wind up this week with Legislative Democrats and Gov. Brown making a huge bet on voters approving the governor’s tax inc... |
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on Jun 26, 2012 at 7:37 am by Tim Hunt, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood |
TIM HUNT
Hacienda Busines Park overdue for redevelopment
Pleasanton still boasts an enviable location for many businesses, but the city’s premier business park is in real need of a makeover.
That’s been stalled as the city ... |
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on Jun 22, 2012 at 3:40 pm by franco, a resident of the Vineyard Hills neighborhood |
TIM HUNT
Remembering the good times of newspapers
News people from what can now be regarded as the golden age of newspapering in the Tri-Valley gathered last Saturday for a reunion.
Most had worked for competing publ... |
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on Jun 20, 2012 at 12:37 am by Neighbor John, a resident of the Downtown neighborhood |
TIM HUNT
Many initiatives are headed for November ballot
Last week’s June primary ballot was notable for its paucity of initiatives—there were only two.
One received overwhelming support to change term limits so legislators can s... |
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on Jun 14, 2012 at 7:38 am by Tim Hunt, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood |
TIM HUNT
Many initiatives are headed for November ballot
Last week’s June primary ballot was notable for its paucity of initiatives—there were only two.
One received overwhelming support to change term limits so legislators can s... |
Tim Hunt |
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on Jun 14, 2012 at 7:36 am by Tim Hunt, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood |
TIM HUNT
Closed door bullet train deals
In a maneuver that is arrogant and desperate, Gov. Jerry Brown and supporters of the bullet train will try to tie judges’ hands if they find in favor of opponents of th... |
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on Jun 12, 2012 at 7:58 am by Tim Hunt, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood |
TIM HUNT
Looked for heated November campaign in the 15th
Look forward to quite an election this fall in Alameda County when the venerable Rep. Pete Stark faces a spirited challenge from 31-year-old Eric Swalwell of Dublin that will... |
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on Jun 10, 2012 at 9:42 am by liberalism is a disease, a resident of the Parkside neighborhood |
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