Cupertino Planning Commissioner Ousted over Harassment Allegations
The Cupertino City Council voted last week to remove Planning Commissioner Ray Wang from his post over allegations that he harassed City staff and members…
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Stanford University sues Santa Clara County seeking tax exemptions for faculty residences
Stanford University has sued Santa Clara County over taxation of certain faculty residences on its campus. In its lawsuit, the University contends these properties should…
Cupertino’s State of the City: “Challenging, Progressing, Promising, Full of Opportunities, and Evolving”
Cupertino Mayor Hung Wei described the city as “challenging, progressing, promising, full of opportunities and evolving” as part of her first State of the City…
Key housing bill introduced to extend SB 35 fast-tracked approval process
A key housing bill with significant impacts in the Bay Area – and Cupertino in particular – is set to be extended under new legislation unveiled…
Housing Advocates Sue Santa Clara County, Cupertino, and others over Missed Housing Element Deadlines
Several local housing organizations filed suit this week against multiple Bay Area cities and Santa Clara County for failing to deliver required plans to ensure…
San Jose swears in appointed Councilmembers
For the first time in three decades San Jose City Council has filled two vacant seats through an appointment process. After two lengthy meetings and…
More leadership shifts occurring in the Town of Los Gatos
Last week, Los Gatos Assistant Town Manager Arn Andrews resigned from his post for a new role as the City of Mountain View’s Assistant City…
Mountain View appoints new City Councilmember
The Mountain View City Council appointed Emily Ann Ramos to fill its vacant seat at a special meeting on January 30. Ramos will replace former…
Cupertino struggles to meeting Housing Element deadline
A status update during Tuesday’s Cupertino City Council meeting revealed the City is significantly behind in submitting its state-mandated housing plan. Community Development Director Luke…