Ex-City Manager Debra Figone, who fought for years to cut the sick leave payout employees claimed upon retiring, cashed out $109,166 in unused hours when she left last December.
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City Council Bumps Google Fiber, Tackles Crummy Roads
This week’s City Council meeting could be over in the time it takes the mayor to tell a meandering public commenter that his time is up. One of the few items not deferred to next week's meeting is a $12 million award to repave some of San Jose's streets.
Mayor’s Race Moves to Education at Upcoming Forum
This Saturday at 10am the county Board of Education will co-sponsor a mayoral forum on public education. When you examine the list of critical issues San Jose's next mayor will have to confront—public safety, transportation, affordable housing, libraries, etc.—nearly all relate to our children's education.
Report: San Jose State Expels 3 Hate Crime Suspects
Three of the four white students accused of hate crimes against their black roommate have been expelled by San Jose State University, according to reports.
‘Superheroes’ in No Short Supply During Election Season
"Me," "myself" and "I" are the most over-used words in a political campaign. As we hear the endless platitudes, rhetoric and personal pronouns assaulting our senses, one is left with the perception that only narcissists run for public office.
Judge’s Ruling Protects City Employee Pay Until at Least 2015
A judge this morning signed off on an agreement that prevents the city from reducing employee pay to offset rising pension costs until at least 2015.
Proposal: ‘Micro-Cottages’ to House the Homeless
San Jose may explore the idea of building “micro-housing”—tiny, 150-square-foot cottages—to house the homeless.
City Council Considers Revised Gaming, Cardroom Rules
As San Jose considers revising its gaming ordinance, Councilman Sam Liccardo says the proposed changes would leave casinos with lax oversight.
Sunnyvale to Vote on Hiring Ex-Oakland Administrator
The Sunnyvale City Council on Tuesday will vote on whether to hire a controversial ex-Oakland official as its new city manager.
James Boys Ranch Undergoing $27 Million Expansion
A 50-year-old troubled-youth ranch is getting a $27 million upgrade, about half funded by a state grant and the rest by Santa Clara County.
Sam Liccardo: Fire Cops Who Lie
A mayoral contender agrees with an audit that says police who lie to investigators should be fired.
Mayor Calls Cortese’s Sheriff Proposal ‘Political’ Ploy
Elected officials in San Jose and Santa Clara County have expressed diplomatic, if not cautious, public support for a proposal that would have the Sheriff’s Office assist an undermanned San Jose Police Department. But behind the scenes, the two law enforcement agencies have been at odds for more than a year over services already contracted.
Hate Crime Task Force Urges San Jose State to Take Action
After two months of discussion, a task force formed in the wake of hate crimes that allegedly victimized a San Jose State University freshman completed a set of recommendations.
City Should Adjust Library Hours to Save Money, Audit Says
San Jose can cut the cost of extending library hours with a few simple adjustments to its staffing model, according to a new city audit.
Supervisors Look to Replace North County Homeless Shelter
With the Sunnyvale Armory slated for demolition to make way for permanent low-income housing, north Santa Clara County stands to lose its only cold-weather shelter.
Questions for Our Next Mayor
I believe that of all the aspects of city government people encounter most frequently in their daily lives, parks top the list. So what do they think about the importance of our parks and trails?
