[Editor: Benicia’s housing needs, California regulatory requirements and regulations, and potential locations for new housing in Benicia are now being debated among residents and at our Planning Commission and City Council. The issues are complex and opinion is divided among friends and colleagues. See also perspective by former Benicia Mayor Elizabeth Patterson. – R.S.] Mayor … Continue reading Housing in Benicia – Mayor Steve Young
Steve Young on Facebook, April 18, 2021 On the hate crime last weekend and the arrest I recently received an email from a member of the community asking me to push back against the idea that Benicia has a problem with racism. They argued that Benicia Black Lives Matter is overstating the degree of racism … Continue reading Benicia Mayor Steve Young on racism in Benicia: ‘We do, in fact, have a problem’
BUSD School Board recall attempt From Steve Young’s Facebook page… On the proposed recall of two Benicia school board members: Recalls, to me, should be used in instances of bad behavior, malfeasance, or other serious offenses. Recalling someone because you don’t like their vote on an issue does not meet that test. That is what … Continue reading Benicia Mayor Steve Young opposes recall – Don’t sign the petition!
Christmas Eve party at Benicia supermarket sparks COVID concerns San Francisco Chronicle, by Michael Cabanatuan, Jan. 6, 2021 Days after a Christmas Eve party at a Raley’s supermarket in Benicia, one worker who attended it tested positive for the coronavirus, prompting the city’s mayor to demand the store let its staff and the public know … Continue reading SF Chronicle: Benicia Mayor Steve Young calls for action after Raley’s COVID-19 violations
