Elias: California's pendulum swings back, forth on crime and punishmentCalifornia's criminal justice sentiment has shifted back towards tougher policies in response to rising concerns about property crimes.
Tuesday Morning Topline: SF School Closure Shortlist Drops TodaySan Francisco's school closure eligibility list won't be finalized until November.Downtown office attendance is lagging behind other cities, hindering economic recovery.70% of Bay Area residents favor Prop 36 for stricter crime penalties.BART sees reported safety improvements after new fare enforcement measures.
Elias: California's pendulum swings back, forth on crime and punishmentCalifornia's criminal justice sentiment has shifted back towards tougher policies in response to rising concerns about property crimes.
Tuesday Morning Topline: SF School Closure Shortlist Drops TodaySan Francisco's school closure eligibility list won't be finalized until November.Downtown office attendance is lagging behind other cities, hindering economic recovery.70% of Bay Area residents favor Prop 36 for stricter crime penalties.BART sees reported safety improvements after new fare enforcement measures.
California Voters Say Yes to Tougher Crime Sentences, No to Rent ControlCalifornia voters approved Proposition 36 to toughen sentencing for repeat offenders and rejected Proposition 33 which sought to expand rent control.
With November's Prop 36, California Voters Could Effectively Undo the Infamous Prop 47 Property Crime LawCalifornia's Prop 47 is criticized for crime and homelessness, but it successfully reduced prison population and saved money.Prop 36 aims to amend Prop 47, toughening penalties for certain crimes.
Opinion: Don't use county resources for campaign purposesNoelia Corzo's newsletter campaign against Prop. 36 raises concerns about political neutrality while using county resources.
San Mateo County Supervisors delay vote on Prop 36 supportSan Mateo County supervisors delayed voting on Prop 36, a measure aimed at increasing penalties for retail theft and drug crimes.