South County year in review
Animal lovers gathered in November to witness a monumental construction milestone: the “topping off” of the new Santa Clara County Animal Services Center in...
Memorial a source of pride
Regarding your article on the memorial for the victims of the shooting at the Garlic Festival, I’d like to point out for the community...
Power shutoffs and fire safety
Like you, I am frustrated with how PG&E has been handling power shutoffs in our county.
PG&E’s decision to execute power shutoffs is very costly,...
Power shutoffs and fire safety
Like you, I am frustrated with how PG&E has been handling power shutoffs in our county.
PG&E’s decision to execute power shutoffs is very costly,...
Update from the county supe
I am pleased to announce the launch of 911 texting services throughout Santa Clara County. This new option will help those who are deaf,...
Equality and housing in Santa Clara County
Last month’s Women’s Equality Day Celebration hosted by the Santa Clara County Commission on the Status of Women bore witness to the triumphs and...
Guest Opinion: The sun still rises
The impact of someone dying always hits me hardest the next morning, when the sun rises and they are not there to see it....
Causes of Refugee Crisis
I have introduced legislation to address the root causes of the refugee crisis in Central America before it reaches our border: the Northern Triangle...
Cities pledge solutions to homeless crisis
With homelessness worsening, Californians are rightly frustrated that our state, with its abundance of wealth and resources, has not made better progress in helping...
June is Brain Awareness Month
This month, the California Legislature has recognized June as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Leaders across the state are coming together to emphasize the...
