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Nevada County’s Failed Expert-Driven Ideology
The general feeling of the public that our supervisors and the County lack respect for our residents, local businesses, and for taxpayer dollars is a natural consequence of the County’s ideology which is based upon the idea that the supervisors and the County are the “experts” and that the public is ignorant and is incapable of caring for itself.
Nevada City Residents to Vote on Measure C
Voters in Nevada City will see Measure C on their ballot for the March 5, 2024 Primary Election. A two-thirds majority is required for the measure to pass.
Amy Young - Why I Am Running for Republican Central Committee
I’d like to tell you a little about myself and also about what the Nevada County Republican Central Committee is all about.
Reviewing the Data of Executive Staff Compensation
I remind all readers that in private companies the CEO must achieve greater revenue than expenses, a process that requires skill on both sides of the equation. Looking at the adopted budgets for the last six years, expenses have exceeded revenue.
Leveraging Your Vote: Your Vote as Currency
Your vote has roughly 500 times more impact on county contests than on statewide contests.
Supporters of Measure B Rely on Faulty Data Analysis
Having the fire department analyze, interpret, and present important data to recommend higher taxes without the guidance of data experts will lead to false conclusions and wrong decisions.
Aliens from Area 51 Win Nevada Primary Election
They want anyone but Nikki Haley, it seems…
Monument Needs Display Venue(s)
“…this is not your grandmother’s liberty statue, it is tuned to reach a new generation…”
Robb Tucker for Nevada County Supervisor, District 2
“We are a special and different place, and our policies need to reflect that. We need leaders on the Board of Supervisors who will stand up for meaningful solutions to issues that affect our cost of living and quality of life.”
The Dangerous Side Effects of Physician Burnout
Having been through all of the above and having survived it, I’ve taken on the huge challenge of revealing what happened to the doctor over the last couple of decades, and how to right a terrible wrong.
Tedder for Nevada County Supervisor 2024
No nonsense, just action. I am the better choice for District 2 Supervisor of Nevada County because I believe in shrinking budgets and honest work for honest pay.
Local Measure B Forum
Local residents gathered to hear from a panel of local leaders about Measure B, a citywide sales tax initiative which will appear on the March 5th primary ballot for residents of the City of Grass Valley.
Heidi Hall Disparages Constitution and Local Resident at LWV Forum
According to Heidi Hall, when a citizen seeks to defend the constitutional rights of Nevada County citizens, and to ensure transparent and fair governance and elections, it is a “waste of funds.” Rather than taking responsibility for what happens in County departments, Hall seeks to infringe on the constitutional rights of a local resident, act in secret, and then bully that resident with fabrications for political gain at a campaign forum.
California State Assembly District 1 Candidate Forum
On January 30, 2024, Mark Mezzano, Melissa Hunt, and Tenessa Audette responded to questions from the public to assess the qualifications and suitability for three of the four candidates that are all seeking a two-year term in the California State Assembly.
Attacks on Proposition 13
California families already pay the highest taxes in the nation, and all taxpayers are at risk of even higher taxes.
Drum Circle Scheduling Conflict
Where is everyone? I guess there was a drum circle scheduling conflict!
Proposition 1 is Fatally Flawed
If you thought homelessness in California was already at a crisis point, it could get a whole lot worse under California's Proposition 1 that is being called “Housing first”. The truth is, it will be “Homeless Forever”.
County CEO Makes More than State Governor
Alison Lehman (CEO of Nevada County, California) makes more than Gavin Newsom (Governor of the State of California).
League of Women Voters Hosts Nevada County Board of Supervisors District 2 Candidate Forum
On January 24, 2024, the Nevada County League of Women Voters hosted a candidate forum for the candidates for Nevada County supervisor district two - Robb Tucker, John Herrera, and Jeff Pettitt. Supervisor district two consists of Alta Sierra, Lake of the Pines, and other south county areas of Nevada County.