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Antioch's mayor is jetting off to China to pitch our deep water port to investors. The hope is this trip will spark some much-needed economic growth for the city.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 8 mentions in the last 30 days, 4 the 90 before that.
The meeting involves the oversight of nearly $1 million in annual federal funding.
Local non-profits and residents who rely on city-funded housing and social services.
Nearby residents who fear noise, traffic, and safety issues.
The following Letter to the Editor was submitted by Rick Carraher, Former Executive Director, of the El Campanil Theatre Preservation Foundation To the Editor: As the founding executive director of… The post Letter: Former El Campanil Executive Direc...
The city is reviewing how it spent federal housing money last year and setting the rules for how local non-profits can apply for future grants. This affects which community programs, like housing assistance or job training, get funded.
On this episode of the Be Curious Contra Costa Podcast, Sean McCauley stops by to provide updates on several of his latest projects — and, as usual, the conversation goes… The post Podcast: Sean McCauley Talks El Campanil, Vacancy Tax, Economic Devel...
A new convenience and liquor store is proposed for the Deer Valley Square shopping center. The Commission will review the application to ensure it meets city standards for this type of business.
The city is looking to revive its economic development efforts after years of stagnation. They are debating whether to hire a dedicated director or assign the task to an assistant city manager to ensure the city can attract new businesses and stop sales tax leakage.
This is basically the municipal equivalent of a caveman discovering fire for the first time. “Wait… you mean the City of Antioch should have people whose actual job is to… The post Editorial: BREAKING — Antioch Discovers Economic Development appeared...
Merced, CA—The UC Merced Community and Labor Center has released Fueling Transitions, a report documenting California’s oil and gas industry decline, and its implications for employment, property taxes and county… The post New Report on California’s ...
The developer is asking for more time to complete the Acorn Business Park project. The Commission previously asked for more details on why it's delayed and how they plan to handle environmental or construction impacts.
Committee members expressed a strong desire to bring more high-paying jobs to Antioch so residents can work where they live, reducing the need for long commutes.
Residents are concerned that a proposed gas station and car wash in a residential area will increase noise, traffic, and safety risks.
The city is planning how to distribute federal grant money for the next year. They are preparing for different budget scenarios to ensure local nonprofits can keep providing services.
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Antioch Mayor Lamar Hernandez-Thorpe hopes city's deep water port will attract investors in trip to China ABC7 San Francisco
to preserve and operate one of the most significant historical and architectural resources of the Antioch community;to provide a professional quality venue for the presentation of cultural, entertainment, fundr...
May combine with assistant city manager position Approves expansion of contract with DOJ monitoring consultant for police department By Allen D. Payton During their Special Meeting on Monday, August 31, 2026, t...
Photo source: El Campanil Theatre SAVE OUR STAGE: A Community Conversation In response to possible purchase by church By Allen D. Payton In response to the possibility of a church purchasing the historic El Cam...
Finalize agreement to expand DOJ-required monitoring consultant’s contract Consider potential whistleblower lawsuit By Allen D. Payton During a special meeting Monday, August 31, 2026, the Antioch City Council ...
Screenshot of protest march announcement on Antioch resident Mary Lutz’s Facebook page on Sept. 1, 2026 (left), and a poster to the right of the theater’s entrance on Saturday, Sept. 5th. Photo by Allen D. Payt...
Shifts intended use from business park to neighborhood retail/commercial.
Opens up restricted land for potential housing development.
Increases housing density potential on a small remnant parcel.
Reduces industrial/business park land in favor of housing.
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