Facts and credibility are very important Why would I go through the trouble of writing this letter? Very simple: it does involve facts, truth and credibility. At the City Council meeting on Aug. 15, I spoke during the water and sewer comment session. Some things happened after that. One is that the mayor answered an […]
HPRC OKs pool renovation design
Pool season closes at the James Lemos Swim Center at the end of September, but when swimmers return in the spring, they could be seeing some major changes at their beloved pool. The Historic Preservation Review Commission unanimously voted to approve a design review for a couple of aquatic center upgrades at Thursday’s meeting. The […]
Letters: Confederate display and funding Benicia
Funding Benicia I read Thursday’s letter by Lionel Largaespada, and for the most part I am in agreement. The city simply needs to run itself like a business that wants to make a profit, or in our case, at least break even. Stop giving away the ranch to bring in or retain employees that can […]
Benicia mother’s ice pops keep Bay Area cool, healthy
When Kimberli Haris’ mother received a stage four breast cancer diagnosis 10 years ago, she was told the only things she could eat were vegetable and fruit pops. Doctors expected Harris’ mother had three months to live, but she kept on for another three years. Now as a way to honor her mother, Haris has […]
Letters: Rate hike alternatives
Funding Benicia is possible without rate hikes Last week the City Council implied that Benicia is struggling financially, and that raising water and sewer rates and permit fees are necessary if we want to balance the budget without having to cut essential services. Facing financial duress, it is understandable why the City Council might feel […]
Local painting company passes brush to new owner
It began with two friends in a coffee shop. Jack Kemper and John Martin would meet with one another, order a cup of joe and discuss everything under the sun. One day, Kemper told Martin he would be retiring from his contracting business, Jack Kemper Painting, and he wanted Martin to take over. Martin was […]
Throwback Thursday: Herald headlines from the week of Aug. 27, 1942, 1967 and 1992
Compiled by Nick Sestanovich 75 years ago Clyne and Simon Go To Washington, D.C. To Ask For Action (Aug. 27, 1942) Mayor Charles Clyne and City Attorney Harold Simon left Wednesday for Washington D.C. on a mission authorized at a special meeting of the City Council held Tuesday night. They will try to hasten government […]
Plein Air Paint Out returns for second year Saturday
Last Year, Benicia Plein Air Gallery held its first Plein Air Paint Out to bring artists out of their studios and into the open air to paint scenes of Benicia and win prizes. The event was a success, with 40 artists taking part and East Bay painter Cleo Vilett winning first place, which resulted in […]
Economic Development Board to review new business licenses at tonight’s meeting
The Economic Development Board (EDB) will review the business license applications for 11 new businesses and one restaurant with a new owner at tonight’s meeting. As part of the EDB’s informational updates portion of the meeting, the business license applications go over new businesses that have applied for a license, have a new owner or […]
Letters: Stained-glass Confederate flag and economic development
Temporary fix Once again, I was treated with courtesy and professional disregard when I protested the Union Hotel on Aug. 17. Sadly, I protest the symbol of the insurgent Confederate army. Its flag is shown crossed with the American flag in their stained glass window. Happily, within 7 minutes, a male employee handed tape to […]