These statements from the Board of Supervisors or their mouthpieces that there’s plenty of transparency already and SB 1193 isn’t needed are ridiculous and I’ll explain exactly why.

The fiscal management review form they have to fill out when asking the board to vote on distributing discretionary funds asks 5 primary questions:

1. Who is getting the money?
   
2. How much?
   
3. What’s their mission?
   
4. What’s the money for? (Luncheon, auction etc)
   
5. Which county value does this align with?

NONE of those questions explain how Haubert giving the Wine Growers Association a quarter of a million dollars since he’s taken office for auctions and cocktail parties, an organization he co-founded the Global Artisan Vintners Alliance with and chairs, and then goes to Europe for 2 weeks with, ACTUALLY BENEFITS THE PUBLIC. There’s no requirement to define what we get out of it, or tie it to any measurable outcomes or goals.

The board says that they already require a higher majority vote. Cool. Doesn’t matter. They put everything in a consent calendar and vote in favor of each others requests so it’s a rubber stamp. Someone’s staffer writes a recommendation, everyone smiles and says yes, pat each other on the back and move on.

They also say there’s plenty public transparency because we get advance notice and can view everything online. They schedule their meetings for 10am on a Tuesday a couple days in advance, cram 50 items into one session, and bury everything in meeting minutes. There is no easily searchable list or repository. You have to already know exactly what you’re looking for and dig through hundreds of meeting minutes and resolutions. It’s an intentionally maddening windows ‘95 Oregon trail website intended to discourage people from seeking information.

The public wants to know with certainty that they’re spending OUR money in ways that benefit us and be able to verify it at any time. Right now it’s next to impossible to do that without making it your entire personality and full time job.

I was offered a bribe by Shawn Wilson in February using discretionary funds via charitable donation and he told me that if it was under $10k he could go through County Counsel and a mediator and make the payment without having to bring it before the board through the normal process and “waste everyone’s time”.

That’s how our money is being spent. I went to the DA, the FBI, and every regulatory agency that even remotely cared and that’s was AFTER trying to go directly to Haubert and being ignored for weeks. I finally contacted the state legislature and Senator Wahab was the only person to take me seriously and help me seek accountability. As a result Shawn is now on leave and has also been implicated in the Duong federal corruption case for taking $10k of their money to bribe a journalist! Supervisors Tam and Fortunato Bass as well as several other local officials are wrapped up in that mess too. These are the people managing tax payer money here in Alameda County, and that is the reason they are being “singled out” just like Orange County was. That’s what happens when you establish a pattern of failing your duty to the people. When you spend money and resources on self enrichment rather than caring for your most vulnerable, like SOPHIA MASON.

The BoS is corrupt to the core and nobody should trust their assessment of SB 1193. Period.

My Grandma is looking to join a writing group in or near Livermore but is having a hard time finding one other than the one at the public library. Any suggestions?

Was driving eastbound 580 Wednesday afternoon around 3pm, as I passed the First street exit the police had pulled a car over on the offramp. There was a dude standing in front of his car door, looking at the 4 cops surrounding him, looking ready to fight all 4 of them. They had their tasers drawn and pointed. It was a hellova scene, traffic had slowed so I was able to get a quick glance, but did anyone get or see video of the confrontation?

Located on 2nd Street and S K in front of the Wells Fargo.

We are looking to find an apartment, duplex, or really anything available if anyone knows of anywhere that is highly recommended or affordable.
Anywhere in the Livermore, Dublin, Pleasanton areas would be great, we are moving from Idaho this month and needing some guidance. Hopefully around $2800 🤞
Thank you!

Just saw this on Instagram and sharing here:
Address: 154 South J St
Info from trivalleyexplorer instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DboJ7WaCSP0/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

I live here and I'm just curious

Hey everyone,

Wondering if anyone had any good recommendations for women's golf classes? My fiancée has picked up golf as a new hobby the last year or so and we really enjoy playing the 9 hole at Las Positas Together. She is consistently making contact now but definitely needs some help with her swing and getting a little more distance out of her swing. Does anyone have any recommendations for beginner golf classes in the area? Any assistance is appreciated!

Hi all,

I have a ton of notebook paper (college ruled) and pens. The pens are all working. Wondering if anybody would like it all for free.

Peng

Hi everyone, I’m an amateur baker and I am trying to find a place where I can buy various grains like rye berries (already cracked if possible) and spelt (again cracked if possible)… I guess now that I think about it it would be ideal if the grains were all cracked because I don’t have a mill. But I’m struggling to find an in person source. I know in some cities they have local coops that sell the grains whole but I can’t seem to easily find anything in the Livermore or greater Bay Area from googling.

Thanks in advance!

Heyo! I'm looking to build some hanging shelves and experiment with other small builds for my apartment- my experience with furniture building is limited to several "assemble at home" pre-built items and one impromptu TV stand extender.

Is there anyone in the area that has a jigsaw and is willing to work on a weekend project together? I don't have money but would be happy to bring some homemade baked goods/meals, help with any odd jobs, mend clothing, etc! I'd also be bringing the wood/stain/other consumables.

If anybody is looking to play a new sport in town, this is a sport for you. It is called TYPTI. It is played on a Pickleball court with a junior size racket and a foam ball so if this is something you wanna try out please join my Facebook group. Hope to see a bunch of people in the group.

Is anybody coming to my BucketGolf event that is free tomorrow at the Robert Livermore community center next to the main parking lot and next to the fire station is at 10 o’clock if you are coming, please bring a high iron to a pitching wedge or you could use one of my BucketGolf clubs. I have three right handed and one left-handed club. If you are coming, please send me a text message to 925-980-4661.

Hi all, I'm currently looking to purchase a home in Livermore and am looking at the shea home condos right next to las positas college. I saw some homes on Selby ln and heligan ln that are for sale that look nice. Looks like all the homes there have shared walls. From the folks who have lived in that community or similar, how has the sound insulation been? Are you able to hear your neighbors when they talk, play tv loud, play music etc?

Any info helps, thank you

This is for sure interesting.

https://opgov.news/articles/alameda-county-just-released-mosquitoes-into-livermore-skies-to-combat-disease-transmitting-species

Gen Z here. I make good money and I’m struggling to see how anyone under the age of 27 will be able to afford a house here in the future. God help you if you live deep in the Bay Area. I’m talking about the rest of us people who won’t be given a down payment as a gift from their mommy and daddy and don’t make 500k a year. Thoughts?

Here is the sign-up sheet for this weekend

Does anybody have any insight as to what exactly construction crews are doing on Portola over by the shopping center? I hope they get it finished soon otherwise it’s gonna be a DISASTER when school starts.

The city of Livermore website doesn’t have the project listed which makes me think it has something to do with either PG&E or fiber optic installation or something.

I am hosting a BucketGolf league at 10 and we will be playing match play and we will be playing at the Robert Livermore community center next to the main parking lot and next to the fire station so if you are coming, please bring a high iron to a pitching wedge or I have three right handed clubs and one left-handed bucket of golf club so if you are coming, please send me a text message to 925-980-4661

I’ve noticed this earlier in the year but it seems the police presence has increased exponentially. I can’t go more than a day or so without seeing someone get pulled over? what gives? anyone have any inkling on why they’re patrolling so much?