Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hollister public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
8 issues with high priority
City Council Election Results
Hollister’s City Council races are still tight in early results, with Brian Chavez and incumbent Dolores Morales holding narrow leads and Tim Burns up by five points. These winners will help set city priorities for years, so the final count matters even if you didn’t vote in these races.
Public Meetings Schedule
Hollister’s public meetings schedule is the weekly lineup of local agency meetings where decisions get made. It’s a quick way to see what’s on the agenda and whether you want to show up or weigh in.
City Governance/strategic Direction
Hollister’s city government is being criticized for not clearly defining what it’s trying to do or what matters most. That’s not just philosophical—it affects how the city spends money and what kind of development gets approved. If priorities stay vague, residents and businesses feel it through inconsistent decisions.
Local emergency for anticipated winter storms and flooding
A resolution would proclaim a local emergency for anticipated 2026–2027 winter storms and flooding, unlocking state and county emergency assistance. It wasn't reached tonight and moves to Wednesday.
Storm drain funding gap
Councilmember de Anda learned the storm drain program has no dedicated revenue — the utility was never created, so general fund dollars clean the storm drains. Turning it into a utility would require a taxpayer vote.
Canceled Town Halls Amid Budget Crisis
Hollister canceled its town halls right as budget trouble and layoffs hit, cutting off a key chance for residents to get answers. If you care about city services or jobs, this is the moment to push for transparency.
Archer Aviation propeller testing at Hollister Airport
Archer Aviation, which has started flying its electric aircraft into Hollister, wants to test propellers on the ground at the airport's northeast corner. It would bring five to six staff daily, pay ground-lease rates, and put currently unused airport land to work generating revenue.
Cal Fire Airtac base ground lease negotiation
The airport is renegotiating the Cal Fire air attack base lease for 16.23 acres, asking the state to pay 3.5 cents per square foot — up from the 2 cents a previous city administration approved. The deal would also add 1.23 acres for helipads and clear the way for future hangar development.