Guest view: Yes on Prop 15 for better schools, public services
As Mayor of Morgan Hill, I know our city is strongest when we have great schools, thriving small businesses and high-quality public services. That’s why I’m supporting Proposition 15, the Schools & Communities First initiative on the November ballot.
Another View on City Staff Salaries and the Public’s Right to Know
It is very difficult to take a stand against the published viewpoint of one's peers. But the recent request by the Morgan Hill Times to push City Hall to release the exact salaries of selected management employees and their assistants under the banner of the public's right to know troubles me.
Call For Help During Holidays, Thoughts on Gilroy’s Tragic Traffic Accidents
It's here, the holiday season when service agencies are at their busiest trying to help those in need, and the needs of those who are inclined to give donations and time at this time of year.
Religion: We are better than this
My great-grandfather was a bishop in a small Christian denomination who got his start preaching on street corners. Crowds gathered to hear his message of God’s love. Eventually he founded a church in Dayton, Ohio’s poorest district, leading standing-room-only services. I admire my great-grandfather,...
Guest View: The brownest of the Brown cuts is senseless
There are plenty of draconian cuts in the state budget Gov.
Guest view: Changing the way we talk about miscarriage
If there’s one thing we all have in common, no matter how many differences may separate us afterward, it’s this: we all came into this world in more or less the same way—we were born. In fact, celebrating one’s “birth” day is so common...
And the Award Goes to Community Events Volunteers
Recently I had the opportunity to volunteer at the third annual Poppy Jasper Film Festival in Morgan Hill.
Resumes aren’t dead yet, but …
Resumes may not be dead yet, but they are absolutely evolving – and not just moving from printed paper to digital copies. While some businesses still rely on traditional resumes in the hiring process, many are seeking a more complete picture of their future employees and turn to social media sites to learn more about potential hires.
Local Districts Must Do More to Attract Private School Students
This is a big year for us. After 10 years, we have rejoined the ranks of mainstream public school families. Although I knew them before, seeing the notable differences between private and mainstream public schools makes me sigh heavily every morning.






