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Cynthia Chandler’s Letter to Cassidy on the PRC Flag

Cynthia Chandler’s Letter to Cassidy on the PRC Flag Short Notes No Responses »

Sep 192013

Greetings Mayor Cassidy, I’d like to ask that you consider excercising your power to suspend implementation of the Chinese flag raising on Chinese National Day and have the Council reconsider the issue. Action should not be taken until all the people of San Leandro have had opportunity to voice their opinions, and there has been time to evaluate other less divisive options. San Leandro is a diverse city. We are only as strong as our unity and mutual respect. Other cities have found ways to both honor the contributions of their Chinese community while acknowledging the human rights violations committed [Continue Reading]

Chris Zapata Looks at Moonies for Policy Hints

Chris Zapata Looks at Moonies for Policy Hints Short Notes 3 Responses »

Jul 102013

Last year, City Manager Chris Zapata abrogated his responsibilities for running much of the city by giving carte blanche to the Police Chief to set public policy both for her department, and the City. Now, he has decided to become the Chief’s propaganda minister. In today’s City Manager Bulletin, Zapata direct readers to an article praising the use of surveillance cameras that appeared in the Washington Times. As I’m sure he knows, the Washington Times is a Moonie (as in Rev. Moon’s church) owned newspaper, founded with the expressed goal of disseminating Moonie and far-right propaganda. In comparison to the [Continue Reading]

Is it OK for SLPD to “fib” if it helps them catch their guy?

Is it OK for SLPD to “fib” if it helps them catch their guy? Short Notes 1 Response »

Jul 042013

This case is an interesting example of how the SLPD does business. And I think it brings up a good question Is it OK for the SLPD to “fib” and break the law, in order to enforce the law? In other words, should the ends justify the means? In this case, the police was apparently told of several incidents in which people had car trouble after parking at Washington Plaza, and were approached by a man wearing overalls who offered to fix the trouble for them for money. The victims suspected, with good reason, that the guy was causing the [Continue Reading]

3 Town Hall Meetings in San Leandro

3 Town Hall Meetings in San Leandro Short Notes No Responses »

Jun 262013

Do you want to know what’s going on in town? Would you like to give our elected officials a piece of your mind about how well they are performing or failing to perform their job? Do you want to tell them how to do it better? Well now is your chance. Town Hall for San Leandro Districts 1 and 2 (the part of town south of San Leandro Creek and east of the railroad tracks – don’t have to live there to go) Thursday, June 27th, 7 to 8:30 PM Senior Center – 13909 East 14th St. Assemblymember Rob Bonta [Continue Reading]

San Leandro History Fun!

San Leandro History Fun! Short Notes No Responses »

Jun 162013

The San Leandro Historical Society has a bunch of fun activities planned for the summer, so go ahead and put them in your calendar! 7/27 -Talk with writer Fred Setterberg, author of Lunch Bucket Paradise 2 PM – “Little Brown Church”, 284 West Estudillo. The author will answer questions and sign copies of his book, a fictionalized account of growing up in Washington Manor in the 50’s and 60’s. 8/17 – Little Brown Church Open House 2 PM – 284 West Estudillo. Thank you reception for the “Questers” and opportunity to see the restored windows. I’ve no idea what the [Continue Reading]

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