Rob Kerth keeps himself busy

While not appearing in the news frequently as in the past, Rob Kerth is a very busy guy. The former Councilmember still serves as head of the North Sacramento Chamber of Commerce, and in 2008 was elected to the SMUD Board of Directors. Kerth also manages the day-to-day operations of the Midtown Business Association, outlined…

Where to catch the fireworks

The Fourth of July is this Saturday and that means it’s time for fireworks. There are many fireworks to choose from, so the Bee rated ten on how they look and sound. Just remember to keep things safe. Also taking place is the annual Sacramento Independence Day Celebration at Cal Expo. Gates open at 4:30pm…

Two out of three is a good thing, right?

The $280 million budget of the Twin Rivers Unified School District may be kept under the microscope. Twin Rivers received a “qualified certification” from the California Department of Education. This rating is given to districts that can show a balanced budget for two of three fiscal years (2008-09, 2009-10, 2010-11). All districts within Sacramento County…

City Rcreation cuts programs and services

Beginning July 6, the City of Sacramento Department of Parks and Recreation will implement dramatic changes to its programs, services and facilities. The Mims Hagginwood Community Center will be closed on Mondays and Fridays, and the Robertson Community Center will be closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Both facilities will open for rentals from 12:00pm until…

Fire Union accuses city of unfair bargaining practices

Sacramento Fire has accused the City of unfair bargaining practices including alleged union domination, interference and surface bargaining bargaining, which includes failing to meet and confer in good faith. Said firefighter Chris Harvey: “Sacramento firefighters have worked hard throughout these negotiations to protect public safety, only to be met with intimidation tactics by the city…

Did the City walk out on Local 39 talks?

The City of Sacramento has cut off talks with the firefighters union, leaving Local 39 as essentially the last major union at the negotiating table. Yet there doesn’t seem to be much hope for compromise. In speaking to the Bee’s Ryan Lillis, Mayor Kevin Johnson said union leaders from Local 39 had “not been willing…

Meet with the police

The North Area Neighborhood Leaders Meeting is this Thursday, June 25 at 7:00pm at the Kinney Police Station. Police Personnel will be on hand to addresses crime and the concerns of the neighborhood. Sacramento Police encourages everyone to invite their friends and neighbors to the 7pm meeting.