Mayor Elizabeth Patterson was appointed by the Solano County Board of Supervisors as the primary representative to the Delta Conservancy Board at the supervisors meeting Tuesday. Prior Solano County representative Skip Thomson, supervisor for District Five, had requested that his term end early due to his recent election as chairman of the Delta Protection […]
Downtown alliance addresses challenges for 2017
At its regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday, the Downtown Benicia Alliance (DBA) heard reports on traffic concerns, tree lighting and the planned resurfacing of First Street, among other items. The DBA represents businesses on and adjacent to First Street and strives to represent and support business owners through facilitating communication and advocating for changes and improvements. […]
Local student’s creations now available at Pups N Purrz
Local pet outfitter Pups ‘n Purrz is now offering handmade dog beds crafted by an enterprising young local artisan. Vanessa, a third-grader at Mary Farmar Elementary School, makes the beds in a variety of sizes and fabric designs, with hypoallergenic poly fill, and commissions them for sale at the pet supply store. “I […]
Looking back: Benicia’s long journey toward open government
After the city council’s recent open government training session on Jan. 3, the Herald interviewed a few key players who are credited with bringing the city’s current Open Government Ordinance into being. Mayor Elizabeth Patterson, City Attorney Heather McLaughlin and former Benicia Herald Editor John Moses agreed to be interviewed regarding the history and significance […]
Joe Henderson Legacy Big Band coming to Empress
Vallejo Drummer Bob Belanski of Bob Belanski’s SpecDrum will welcome trumpeter Warren Gale, Jr., trombonist Steve Turre and others to the Empress Theatre in Vallejo Saturday, Jan. 28 for a 19-piece Big Band concert in honor of the late tenor sax legend Joe Henderson. The Joe Henderson Legacy Big Band will perform jazz standards […]
City Council holds open government training
There were two items on the agenda for the special meeting of the City Council on Tuesday. One was Mayor Elizabeth Patterson’s request for a two-step process to agendize discussion of a resolution affirming the city’s commitment to being an inclusive city, tolerant and inclusive of all residents; the second part served as a […]
Council to hold Open Government training session tonight
The Benicia City Council will conduct an open government training session tonight beginning at 5:30 p.m. Members of the council, other public officials and some city employees are required to attend open government training once each year. The training sessions are open to the public. Covered in tonight’s session will be a review of […]
Local artist honored for historic redesign
Benicia artist Beate Brühl was honored recently for her part in the historic renovation of the California Theatre in Pittsburg. Brühl was responsible for the historic paint study and the implementation of decorative painting throughout the building. The California Theatre was among 12 recipients of the 2016 Governor’s Historic Preservation Awards at a ceremony […]
Travel Inn Meet and Greet netted volunteers, recognition Saturday
“Saturdays at the Travel Inn,” a volunteer program founded by Benicia High School alums Sara Gallagher and Jeff Foster, strengthened its volunteer base and received special recognition from state officials at a special Meet and Greet event Saturday. “Seven new faces came and volunteered,” Gallagher told the Herald Thursday, with a total of 13 […]
Council considered pot regulation, police radios Tuesday
At its regular meeting Tuesday, the Benicia City Council heard arguments regarding a new marijuana ordinance in light of the passage of California Proposition 64, and the purchase of an $850,000 contract with the East Bay Regional Communications System Authority (EBRCSA, or “E-Bricksa”) for a new police and fire radio communication system, among other items. […]