California More languages — reflecting state’s linguistic diversity — could come to California ballots By Justo Robles | CalMatters | March 5, 2024 A group representing voter registrars says adding languages will cost too much.
Bay Area Exedra Interview | Keith Carson, District 5 Alameda County Supervisor By Damin Esper | March 1, 2024 With retirement on the horizon, Carson reflects on the job he's held for more than 30 years.
Bay Area Why California election workers are returning after COVID and conspiracy theories By Sameea Kamal | CalMatters | March 1, 2024 They had to get through the pandemic, election denial and suspicious envelopes.
City Election Day is today: Don’t forget to vote! By City of Piedmont | February 27, 2024 Mail in your ballot, drop it at a secure drop box, or vote in person -- the polls are open until 8PM.
City Letter to the Editor | Cuts to city services will follow if Measure F fails By Chris Hart | February 27, 2024 Compared to some of our East Bay neighbors, Piedmont provides reliable city services and public safety. Let's keep it that way by voting "yes" on F, writes Chris Hart.
Featured in Category Letter to the Editor | A ‘yes’ on F to pay it forward By Billy Deitch | February 27, 2024 Piedmont newcomer Billy Deitch says decades of investment in the community benefit us all.
Elections Gavin Newsom faces another recall attempt. Will it do any better than last time? By Alexei Koseff | CalMatters | February 26, 2024 Voters overwhelmingly rejected a 2021 bid.
Bay Area A slow start for voter turnout in California primary By Lynn La | CalMatters | February 26, 2024 The previous low in a presidential primary is 31% in 2012, when President Barack Obama was breezing to renomination.
City Letter to the Editor | Measure F necessary to meet rising public safety challenges By Cathie Geddeis | February 23, 2024 Tax rate in the proposed renewal is based on careful, thorough financial analysis, says Cathie Geddeis.
City Letter to the Editor | Long-term stable funding is essential for city services By Mayor Jennifer Cavenaugh, Vice Mayor Betsy Smegal Andersen and Councilmembers Jennifer Long, Conna McCarthy and Tom Ramsey | February 23, 2024 City Council members all urge 'yes' vote on Measure F which will amount to an estimated increase of less than $15 per month for most property owners.