City Politics

Old Quad Remodel Leads to Debate Over Larger Issue

A portion of the Bay Area’s housing crisis played out in front of the Planning…

Divisive Mixed-Use Project Sparks Lengthy Debate

After much public input, the Santa Clara City Council opted to delay voting on a…

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Elected vs Appointed Police Chief: A Subject That Comes Up Regularly

Since Santa Clara approved its charter in 1952, the City has, with one exception, had…

2023 Charter Review Committee Holds First Meeting

Santa Clara’s Charter Review Committee held its first meeting on Aug. 10, with committee opponents…

Anthony Becker Trial Setting Delayed

Santa Clara City Council Member Anthony Becker appeared in court on Aug. 2 to set…

“Massive” Downtown Development Recommended for Approval

Santa Clara’s Planning Commission has recommended that the City Council approve a “massive” downtown development…

Charter Review Committee Set, Council ‘Squirrels Away’ Money To Support It

The Santa Clara City Council has appointed a Charter Review Committee to consider allowing voters…

Council Fills Seat of Ousted Parks And Recreation Commissioner

After a controversial decision to block the reappointment of a parks and recreation commissioner, the Council has…

Soccer Game Stabbing Ignites Council Action

A stabbing at a soccer game has left the Santa Clara City Council scrambling to…

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City Charter: Police Chief Only Needs a High School Diploma

The qualifications to be Santa Clara’s elected police chief aren’t set by the City’s HR…