Public vote on Dumbarton bridge proposal debated in Sacramento
State lawmakers debate a $100 million Dumbarton bridge replacement and ballot option. Supporters say federal permits loom, opponents warn of costly delays and risk delaying needed Bay Area transit improvements. Assembly committee vote scheduled for August to decide whether to place the issue on a public ballot.
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Ford urges tough crime code and funding to curb urban violence
President Ford calls for a model criminal code for states and adds 50 million dollars per year for five years to fight high impact urban crime. He seeks mandatory federal terms for violent offenders and asks Congress to reimburse victims with funds from fines and prison profits. He criticizes leniency by judges and urges tough enforcement nationwide.
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City hall gas station plan faces cost scrutiny
Fremont budget analyst Gus Morrison blasts a staff proposal for a 20000 gas station near the police building as too costly. The plan argues fuel and time savings from reduced trips to the corporation yard for 92 vehicles, while Morrison cites substantial annual operator costs and argues the city should pursue efficiency instead.
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Alameda County OKs 129 Million Budget With Tax Hike
Alameda County Supervisors approved a 129 million fiscal plan raising property taxes about 13 percent. A $28,000 homeowner would see taxes rise from about 265 to 301 this year, while an 8.9 percent rise in assessed value boosts a 15,000 dollar home to 35,115. The board wrangled six hours over the budget, trimming items to save about 2 million as they sought spending restraint.
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Dr. Stephen Epler Retiring From Ohlone Presidency
Ohlone College President Stephen Epler, 65, retires after nine years in office. He led campus growth including a $22 million facility and a $2 million gym named for him on the Mission San Jose campus. Trusted successor William Richter will take over July 1.
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Fremont Weather And City Staffing Notes
Friday forecast calls for highs in the 70s and overnight lows in the 50s to 60s. Yesterday Fremont reached 64 with a 3S reading. The piece mentions integrating minorities into city jobs and notes a presidential veto affecting federal emergency employment funds and a halt on highway construction in Southern Alameda County under Gov. Brown, risking local projects.
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