As a lobbyist for Related Companies’ City Place Santa Clara project, political consultant Jude Barry appears to be more active managing press relations to advance the political interests of the Santa Clara public officials he lobbies than he does those of his employer. Barry has long been acknowledged for his skill in setting up political … Read more
After more than a decade, additions to a Santa Clara home have finally gotten the green light. The Santa Clara City Council upheld an appeal to turn a basement into livable space and add an attached garage. Located at 1593 Lexington St., the one-story single-family home is zoned as multi-family. The renovation was originally sought … Read more
If you could have seen the faces of the candidates for City Council in June, you would understand why the Council had to admonish fellow Council Members Patricia Mahan and Pat Kolstad. Or so Mayor Lisa Gillmor, Vice Mayor Kathy Watanabe and Council Members Debi Davis and Teresa O’Neill think. All four referenced “the look … Read more
The July City Council calendars are out, and one thing is still clear: previous months have not been edited to reflect missed meetings. There continues to be no mention of Peter Hillan, Banner Public Affairs, and, given the City’s recent rent battle with the 49ers, no mention of Sam Singer, the City’s contracted public affairs … Read more
Before Northside Library opened on Aug. 4, a line of eager library-goers extended out to Moreland Way. Over 2,000 people celebrated Northside Library’s 4th anniversary. Early in the day, Kathy Watanabe, Santa Clara Vice Mayor, and Jodi Muirhead, Santa Clara Unified School District Board Member, offered a few welcoming words to attendees and congratulated Northside … Read more
June proved to be another productive month for Santa Clara Council and City staff, but curious findings on their calendars are cause for question. One of the most problematic meetings popping up on the public calendars is that of City Attorney Brian Doyle. While the WEEKLY typically covers only the Council calendars, Doyle’s Jun. 21 … Read more