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The mayor claims council members can speak to developers in their districts, but the ordinance says they can't. Photo by John Chadwell.

News

Critics say new Hollister ordinance is an attack on free speech

Mayor wins vote requiring developers, real estate agents and lobbyists to present their projects at public meetings rather than discuss them in private with council members. A BenitoLink investigation finds the ordinance is misleading as written and possibly unenforceable.

The Hollister City Council at the Jan. 30 town hall meeting. Photo by John Chadwell.

Government / Politics

At Hollister town hall, residents voice concerns about growth

While some see the current development projects as catching up post-recession, others fear traffic will get worse as a result.

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Government / Politics

New developments in Hollister could add nearly 200 homes

The Hollister Planning Commission recently approved tentative maps for two new developments that could add around 200 homes and apartments within city limits.

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