fromwww.mercurynews.com3 days agoLetters: Bill for housing near transit further threatens neighborhoodsSB 79 threatens neighborhoods by mandating high-density housing near transit stops, raising concerns about urban character.
NYC politicsfromThe Mercury News2 months agoLatest line: A good week for Monique Limon, a bad week for Andrew DoMonique Limón becomes California Senate president pro tem, favored by environmentalists.Andrew Do sentenced to five years for COVID relief bribery scheme.San Jose mayor approved arrests for homeless trespassing amidst shelter offers.
Silicon Valley real estatefromStreetsblog3 months agoWiener's Controversial Legislation to Upzone Near Transit Keeps Moving with One Major Change - Streetsblog CaliforniaSB 79 aims to facilitate housing near high-quality transit locations, allowing for taller buildings.The bill's journey reflects unusual bipartisan support despite opposition from key committee chairs.