Yearly Archives: 2015
House Passes Denham Amendment to Require Predator Fish Suppression
U.S. Representative Jeff Denham (R-Turlock) today offered an amendment to the Commerce, Justice and Science Appropriations Act for 2016 which would increase the effectiveness of recovery plans for species of salmon and steelhead listed under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 by ensuring an appropriate focus on predation control efforts. The House passed Rep. Denham’s amendment with a vote of 245-181
Mayor Garcetti Nominates Deborah Ale Flint to Lead Los Angeles World Airports
Mayor Eric Garcetti has nominated Oakland International Airport's director Deborah Ale Flint as the next Executive Director of Los Angeles World Airports, the City department that owns and operates Los Angeles International, LA/Ontario International and Van Nuys airports
NAI Capital Completes $6.8 million Sale at Centre Pointe Business Park
NAI Capital completed the sale of Centre Pointe Business Park an industrial complex at 26450-26470 Ruether Avenue in Santa Clarita, Calif. The buyer was 780 West Garvey LLC. The seller was Centre Pointe Parkway Properties, Inc.
MAN CHARGED FOR 1974 COLD CASE STRANGLING MURDER OF 30-YEAR-OLD WOMAN IN HER APARTMENT
A man was charged today for the 1974 cold case murder of a 30-year-old woman in her apartment. Larry Stephens, 65, Santa Rosa, is charged with one felony count of murder. If convicted, he faces a maximum sentence of life in state prison. The People will be requesting Stephens be held on $1 million bail at his arraignment.The date, time, and location of the arraignment are to be determined.
San Diego Nationally Recognized for Water Conservation
The Wyland Foundation's Annual National Mayor's Challenge for Water Conservation is a nonprofit national community service campaign where leaders inspire their residents to make a series of easy-to-use online pledges to reduce water and energy usage. More than 3,900 cities took part in the contest. San Diego was named the most water wise major city in the country
2015 HUD SECRETARY DESIGN AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED
Two model affordable housing developments in California are the recipients of the 2015 HUD Secretary’s Housing and Community Design Award, each recognized for excellence in affordable housing design. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) selected Step Up on 5thin Santa Monica, California; and Co-Op Plaza Redevelopment in Brattleboro, Vermont as national affordable housing models.
San Diego Region Mayors Unite to Promote Conservation as State-Mandated Water Cuts Start Today
In response to the state mandate to reduce water usage, Mayor Kevin L. Faulconer and several of the San Diego region's other mayors united Monday to urge residents to step up their water conservation efforts by reducing outdoor irrigation and taking advantage of conservation programs.
Chris Backer Joins Zephyr Real Estate’s New Marin Office
Backer has an extensive background in the legal aspect of real estate as well as a passion for the industry. More than a representative for buyers and sellers, he views his role as a communicator and educator. Becoming a Realtor was a natural progression for him that coupled his previous work experience with a commitment to creating a positive and advantageous transaction experience for his clients.
Groundbreaking Computer Standards Flexible & Would Save Consumer Dollars
Proposed first-in-the-nation energy efficiency standards for computers and monitors would generate significant consumer and energy savings, and computer manufacturers should ramp up their efforts to meet those standards when finalized, according to top consumer experts
AIA/HUD Secretary Awards Recognize Two Outstanding Housing Projects
Excellence in Affordable Housing Design Award - Recognizing architecture that demonstrates overall excellence in terms of design in response to both the needs and constraints of affordable housing.
Emergency Drought Barrier Nears Completion
Temporary Barrier Blocks Salt Water Intrusion, Protects Delta Water Quality SACRAMENTO — Construction of a temporary emergency drought barrier at West False River in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta is nearing completion about two weeks sooner than anticipated, according to the Department of Water Resources (DWR).
Mayor Lee Announces First Major Transfer of Treasure Island/Yerba Buena Island From U.S. Navy...
Mayor Edwin M. Lee today announced that the City has accepted the transfer of nearly 300 acres of Treasure Island/Yerba Buena Island from the U.S. Navy in anticipation of the redevelopment that will create 8,000 homes, 25 percent of them affordable, and jobs and parks and open space. The transformation of the former naval base is one of the most important development projects in the City’s history
Arbor Funds $39.4M Fannie Mae Acquisition Loan in California
Arbor Commercial Mortgage, LLC (“Arbor”), a national, direct commercial real estate lender, announced the recent funding of a loan totaling $39,406,000 for the acquisition of the 320-unit Acacia Park Apartments in Temecula, CA. The 10-year under the Fannie Mae Delegated Underwriting & Servicing (DUS®) Loan amortizes on a 30-year schedule and includes two years interest only.
Mayor Lee Announces New Investments to Improve Quality of Life in City’s Diverse Neighborhoods
Mayor Edwin M. Lee today announced a no-cuts budget proposal for San Francisco Public Works that retains crucial funding for resurfacing the City’s roadways and includes additional money for street cleaning, proactive tree care and new public bathrooms
THOMPSON, GARAMENDI ANNOUNCE $467,000 BROWNFIELDS EPA GRANT TO SOLANO COUNTY WATER AGENCY
U.S. Reps. Mike Thompson (CA-5) and John Garamendi (CA-3) today announced that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded the Solano County Water Agency, in collaboration with the Westside Sacramento Integrated Water Management Group, a $467,378 federal grant to assess contamination from abandoned mines in Lake, Napa, Solano, and Yolo counties.
Emri Group, Alex Brown Realty Sell Sorrento Mesa Building for $10.7M to Locale Advisors
DTZ, a global leader in commercial real estate services, announced today the $10.7 million sale of 5825 Oberlin Drive, San Diego, CA 92121, a vacant, one-story, 60,000-square-foot office building.
North Hollywood Man Charged with Stealing from Elderly Victims Seeking Mortgage Modifications
A 29-year-old North Hollywood man has been charged with bilking three elderly women out of more than $50,000 while claiming to help them get a mortgage modification, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced today
Nonprofits Blast California Chamber of Commerce for Picking on Widowed Homeowners
The California Chamber of Commerce is holding its annual “Capitol Summit” meeting this week, and two statewide nonprofits are calling on the Chamber to reverse its position on legislation that would protect widowed homeowners from unnecessary foreclosures
Bera calls for investment in infrastructure at groundbreaking for EchoWater Project in Elk Grove
The project will be one of Sacramento’s largest public works projects ever and will ensure that water going through the Sacramento region’s wastewater treatment plant will meet higher standards. It could also help address the region’s drought in the long-term by increasing recycled water use in landscaping and agricultural irrigation
Congressmen Garamendi, Thompson Announce $467,000 Brownsfields EPA Grant to Solano County Water Agency
Congressmen John Garamendi (CA-3) and Mike Thompson (CA-5) announced that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded the Solano County Water Agency, in collaboration with the Westside-Sacramento Integrated Water Management Group, a $467,378 federal grant to assess contamination from abandoned mines in Lake, Napa, Solano, and Yolo counties.
