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Reported crimes increased in 2020
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In his year-end crime stats report, Police Chief Jeremy Bowers told city council the pandemic likely played a role in the uptick.City
City approves reach code measures
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The unanimous decision came after months of public outreach and debate over the measures that are designed to bring energy savings and reduce natural gas use in Piedmont.Arts & Entertainment
Letter to the Editor | PCA’s ‘sweetheart’ lease deal deserves scrutiny
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Piedmont parent, nonprofit exec, and theater consultant Rachel Long says more public comment is needed on how the city-owned building that houses the arts center is used.City
City council to consider forming housing advisory group
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Residents are invited to attend the virtual meeting on Monday, Feb. 1 to comment on this and any other item on the agenda.City
Piedmont police help shooting victim
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Man reportedly assaulted while in his car near Lake Merritt flags down PPD officerCity
Are surveillance cameras crime solving tools or the sign of an undemocratic society? The jury is out
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Critics and supporters agree that transparency in how the data is managed is critical. Meanwhile ALPRs aid PPD in car caper of last night.
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UPDATE: Piedmont’s Chief Bowers a finalist for open San Jose police chief position
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San Jose has since paused their search in an effort to seek more external candidates; Bowers was a member of the SJPD before being hired by Piedmont in 2014.Around Town