BART Director District 5 Candidate Statement: Jennifer Hosterman
We asked the two candidates for BART Director District 5: What do you view as the biggest challenge (or challenges) facing BART now, and how will you work to address it (them) in the next four years? How does BART impact Castro Valley, and how will you promote collaboration to …
Skeptical MAC delays action on medical marijuana changes
A skeptical Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) discussed an update to the Alameda County General Code on Monday that would increase the number of medical marijuana dispensaries allowed in the unincorporated areas of Alameda County from three to six, reduce the buffer zones around dispensaries, and refer to it as …
It says something about a community when it has more dispensaries than grocery stores
As a resident of the unincorporated Eden Area, I would like to share my personal opinion regarding the fact that Alameda County is considering an increase in the number of permits for medical marijuana dispensaries in the unincorporated Eden Area (i.e., Castro Valley, Ashland, Cherryland, San Lorenzo). The County is …
Time running out for Castro Valley to elect its MAC in November
Since it began in 1981, the Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) has been appointed by the Alameda County Board of Supervisors, on the advice of Castro Valley’s Supervisor (currently Nate Miley). However, our MAC members could be elected according to State law. The MAC advises Alameda County on land use …
Miley reelected Alameda County Supervisor, results tighter in CV
Nate Miley was reelected to a fifth term as Alameda County District 4 Supervisor last night. With 43,897 total votes cast in the race, the Alameda County Registrar of Voters is reporting that Miley received 61.7 percent of the vote versus challenger Bryan Parker’s 37.5 percent. District 4 encompasses parts of …
2016 Primary Election Statements for Castro Valley
The California Primary election is on June 7, 2016, and several races and issues will affect Castro Valley. Alameda County Supervisor: District 4 We asked the candidates, “Fast forward four years. You have completed your term as supervisor and are up for re-election. Tell us about your accomplishments for Castro …
Guest Perspective: Yes on G — A Well-Thought-Out Plan for Modern Castro Valley Schools
Measure G is a bond measure on the June 7 ballot. Castro Valley Matters asked the Yes on G committee to find a supporter to submit a commentary in support of their measure. There is no official opposition. Our local elementary, middle and high schools here in Castro Valley are …
Alameda County District 4 Supervisor Candidate Statement: Bryan Parker
Bryan Parker is a candidate for Alameda County Supervisor District 4 in the June 2016 primary. We reached out to each candidate to ask them for their vision for the next four years. I’m Bryan Parker and I’m here to ask for your vote for Supervisor this June 7th. Over …
Alameda County District 4 Supervisor Candidate Statement: Nate Miley
Nate Miley is the incumbent for Alameda County Supervisor District 4, and is running for re-election in the June 2016 primary. We reached out to each candidate to ask them for their vision for the next four years. When I look forward to the next four years here in Castro …
EALI Governance to meet again, no mention of elected MAC in agenda
The Eden Area Livability Initiative (EALI) Governance Working Group meets on Thursday night at 7:00 at the San Lorenzo library to continue the conversation about various scenarios for local governance reform for the unincorporated communities. At the last EALI Governance Working Group meeting, the committee passed two resolutions. Resolution#1 – MACs for …