Milestones: Time to Reach the Untouchable! – Opinion

Publisher Miles Barber wonders why the Santa Clara Police Officers' Association is pouring so much money into trying to defeat Measure B.

Is it possible there is political manipulation in Santa Clara? Maybe not crossing the line into Al Capone territory, but perhaps enough to cause residents to ask the question.  There are a few questions for which voters would like explanations — explanations that are not quickly forthcoming.  One of these is why the Santa Clara … Read more

Milestones – Hard Core Belief! – Opinion

Publisher Miles Barber asks residents to think about what they want for Santa Clara and why voting yes on Measure B is the best thing for the City.

If you have had the experience of discussing a point of view with a nonbeliever of your point of view, forget it! When the facts are on your side, you argue the facts. If the facts aren’t on your side, you argue like hell, and/or, in the case of the Santa Clara Police Department…you spend … Read more

Milestones – Amazing…You Have a Choice! – Opinion

Publisher Miles Barber says now that the Super Bowl is done, it's time to look toward the March 5 election and what it means for Santa Clara.

As the world now knows, the SF 49ers are the NFC Champions and second-best team in football. Congratulations on a terrific year and bringing us one of the greatest Super Bowls in football history. Brock Purdy did his job, was on his game and came close to dethroning Patrick Mahomes as the best quarterback in … Read more

Milestones – Big Game Time – Opinion

Publisher Miles Barber talks about the upcoming Super Bowl and how it's time for Mayor Gillmor to bury her feud with the City's business partner the 49ers.

With the Super Bowl just days from now, most local discussion and attention is on the Big Game. Can, and will, the 49ers capture that coveted trophy to accompany the five that rest in the 49ers Hall of Fame? Projected viewers may set a record this year for two reasons: momentum and promotion. Tickets to … Read more

Milestones – They Don’t Want You to Pay Attention! – Opinion

Publisher Miles Barber talks about Santa Clara's upcoming election on how the City chooses its police chief and why voting for Measure B is imperative.

As you may already know, there is an election in Santa Clara on March 5th. The Santa Clara Police Officers Association has decided its preferred outcome and doesn’t want you to mess up their game plan by voting. With the blessing, encouragement and more-than-generous contracts ensured by Mayor Lisa Gillmor and her former council, the … Read more

Milestones – A Swimming Idea! – Opinion

Publisher Miles Barber weighs in on the recent closure of the International Swim Center and why this was an avoidable issue for the City.

For something to happen, someone has to do something. Usually, if it is going to happen around your house, you are the one to do it. Have you ever said to yourself, “Why didn’t I think of that?” It might be something simple or an item or issue that requires serious thought. When someone says, … Read more

Milestones – To Count, Recount or Not Count! – Opinion

Publisher Miles Barber hopes that in the two years since the last election, the county has found a better way to tabulate the votes faster.

Hold it, folks, and stay with me as we take a look at our voting system, which seems to be missing a major component…promptness. Please write in and tell me in your own words why you think we should have to wait in curiosity and suspense for voting results. Sometimes for days and, in some … Read more

Milestones – Get Ready This Time! – Opinion

Publisher Miles Barber calls on Santa Clara's mayor and the rest of the City Council to make a point to celebrate the 49ers in the playoffs.

It has been several years now since the 49ers visited football’s most prestigious event, the Super Bowl. Thirty-two professional teams from around the nation battle weekly for a playoff position, with the ultimate goal of making it to the big game. Now, you may be a somewhat fan, a casual observer, or a dedicated follower. … Read more

Milestones – A Cause for Collaboration – Opinion

Publisher Miles Barber celebrates the 49ers clinching the top spot in the NFC and wonders what would happen if the Mayor worked with the 49ers.

Congratulations to the SF 49ers for their win over the Washington Commanders and clinching the top position in the NFL playoffs. Their win gives them a two-week rest as they now prepare for the final push to reach the Super Bowl. Santa Clara has been the recipient of, and benefited from, the 49ers playing at … Read more