City City Council approves additional spending to offset additional Housing Element costs By Sam Richards | May 2, 2023 City, consultants say tougher demands by state housing department have led to increased costs.
homelessness California’s next housing crackdown could force cities to plan more homeless shelters By Marisa Kendall | CalMatters | May 1, 2023 California cities of every size lack shelter beds for the state’s growing homeless population.
City Have an ADU? Take a short survey By City of Piedmont | April 28, 2023 City asks for confirmation of property details to help with police and fire department emergency response.
Housing Cracks in California labor coalition raise hopes for YIMBY breakthrough on housing bill By Ben Christopher | CalMatters | April 24, 2023 United union opposition to a contested housing bill is splintering.
California California’s Medicaid experiment spends money to save money — and help the homeless By Angela Hart | KFF Health News | April 19, 2023 Gov. Gavin Newsom’s ambitious new experiment in health care is chaotic and limited but shows promise.
homelessness California lawmakers want to know why billions in spending isn’t reducing homelessness By Marisa Kendall | CalMatters | April 17, 2023 The state auditor will complete a detailed audit of spending on California homelessness programs.
homelessness California cities are cracking down on homeless camps. Will the state get tougher, too? By Marisa Kendall | CalMatters | April 13, 2023 Democratic voters in California cities are pushing mayors and city councils to clear homeless camps.
Housing How was $300 million in state-backed home loans distributed? By Alejandro Lazo and Ben Christopher | CalMatters | April 11, 2023 California Democrats carved out the Dream for All money to help first-time buyers. Funds ran out after just 11 days with the average loan hitting $112,000.
City Retiring Piedmont City Administrator Sara Lillevand reflects on action-packed tenure By Sam Richards | April 4, 2023 Lillevand led on projects that will have a long-lasting impact on the city.
City City Council gives final approval to Housing Element By Sam Richards | March 21, 2023 Also: PHS boys soccer team honored with proclamation for a winning season.