Wednesday, February 06, 2002

Council votes to raise some service fees. Vallejo Times-Herald Feb 6 2002 4:43AM ET [Moreover - California news] 7:18:01 AM

Questions remain on open space. Vallejo Times-Herald Feb 6 2002 4:43AM ET [Moreover - California news] 7:14:57 AM

San Ramon Valley Times. Study: Castro Valley lacks city tax base Although not the last word on the subject, an analysis shows projected budget shortfall annually CASTRO VALLEY -- The campaign to transform Castro Valley into a city hit a major stumbling block this week with a report that shows the community doesn't have the tax base to support itself. (Feb. 6) [San Ramon Valley Times] 7:12:01 AM

Contra Costa Times - News. Councilwoman suggests referendum on North Livermore LIVERMORE -- If Livermore residents want to permanently protect open space north of Interstate 580, they should perhaps be asked to bite the bullet and pay for it, one City Council member said. (Feb. 6) [Contra Costa Times-News]  If they don't want to allow any development - they should pay for the property.  Read to the end - further evidence that putting housing "downtown" anywhere is difficult. 7:08:49 AM