Lessons from the Lick Fire in Henry Coe Park
As devastating as the Lick Fire appears on the surface – 50,000 acres of a state park burned, $11 million spent containing the blaze – there is a silver lining to be found in the blackened remains of the blaze.
More Needed Than Bus Service Changes
Recent bus service changes have been painful for some, but they
Underage Drinking Fight Starts at Home
Keeping teens from drinking is done in the home, one teen at a
Irresponsible Budget Delays Must End
In passing a budget 52 days after their statutory deadline, legislators managed to make this year's budget impasse the third-longest in California history.
Wise Move to Blacklist E-Voting
Providing for public safety, maintaining infrastructure and conducting elections – these make up the 'holy trinity' of any local government's duties.




