Monday Morning Thoughts: Paralysis by Analysis?
In a way, the easiest group to deal with are those who somehow do not believe we…
California Seeks to Improve Public Safety by Reducing Homelessness and Recidivism
Sacramento, CA – This week Governor Newsom launched a first-of-its-kind program to improve public safety — with…
State Reaches Agreement with La Habra Heights on Violations of State Housing Law
Sacramento, CA – Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the state has entered into…
State Announces Settlement with Elk Grove, Resolves Unlawful Denial of Supportive Housing Project
Sacramento, CA – The state of California on Wednesday announced a settlement with the City of Elk…
California to Help Provide Housing for Homeless Youth
Special to the Vanguard Sacramento, CA – Governor Gavin Newsom announced awards to 52 California counties to…
Commentary: Why State Action on Measure J Is Probably Inevitable
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Davis, CA – For several years now I have been closely…
State Reaches Agreement with Malibu on Compliance with State’s Housing Element Law
Malibu to update housing plan by September 2024 for development of 79 additional housing units By Vanguard…
Monday Morning Thoughts: Did You Know They Can Decertify Housing Elements? Plus, Dangers of Walking Have Gone Up
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Revocation of Housing Element Compliance Finding The affluent Bay Area town…
Court Orders La Cañada Flintridge to Follow State Housing Law and Process Affordable Housing Project Application
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Sacramento, CA – A court ruled on Monday that the City…
Davis’ Housing Element Finally Approved
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Davis, CA – The third time indeed was the proverbial charm. …
Attorney General Bonta Urges Court to Facilitate Affordable Housing in Eureka
Special to the Vanguard Oakland, CA – AG Rob Bonta filed an amicus brief supporting the City…
Commentary: Davis Avoids Both the ‘Naughty’ and ‘Nice’ Lists on Housing… for Now
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Sacramento, CA – The Governor’s office put out a press release…
Commentary: Is Measure J a Constraint on Housing?
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Davis, CA – As I have noted elsewhere, the city has…
State Reaches a Settlement with Fullerton over Violations of Housing Element Law
Special to the Vanguard Sacramento, CA – HCD and the state of California on Thursday announced an…
Homekey Hits Milestone: 15,000 Homes Created Since Program Began
Special to the Vanguard Sacramento, CA – Since the start of Homekey, the state has rapidly transformed…
Commentary: We Cannot Stay the Course on Housing and Measure J
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor I have been arguing for some time that the city of…
Governor Fast-Tracks the Creation of 5550 Homes
Special to the Vanguard Sacramento, CA – On Monday, Governor Newsom announced the funding of 975 affordable…
Monday Morning Thoughts: A Development in SF to Watch – A Warning for Davis on Housing As Well
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Last week it was reported that two San Francisco Supervisors—Board President…
Sunday Commentary: Instead of Looking at SF, Davis Should Look toward Sacramento for Housing Policies
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Davis, CA – Part of my reason for writing yesterday’s column…
SF Board of Supes Passes Legislation to Streamline New Housing
Special to the Vanguard San Francisco, CA – On Tuesday, the Board of Supervisors approved legislation that…
