Is Chula Vista's Bayfront Plan In the Bag?
The California Coastal Commission is meeting in Chula Vista's council chambers through Friday, March 9. Many had anticipated that the environmental report for Chula Vista's master bayfront plant would not only be on the commissioner's agenda, but possibly be approved. …
Another Gandara Makes the News
Willie Gandara Jr. joined his uncle former Sweetwater Union High School superintendent Jesus Gandara in the ranks of ex-public servants March 1. Willie Gandara Jr. had been an El Paso commissioner and a candidate for the Texas legislature. On February …
Is Chula Vista's Economy on the Rebound?
The recession has taken its toll on Chula Vista in more ways than a glut of foreclosures. Recently, the women's apparel store, Chico's, went out of business in Otay Ranch Town Center. Last year, Otay Ranch also lost the upscale …
Chula Vista's Alleged Foreclosure Scams
Chula Vista Council member Rudy Ramirez will use his monthly public office hours to discuss "an alleged housing scam where foreclosed homes are being rented out by a company that does not own the properties." At the January 24 city …
Gaylord Entertainment to Return to Chula Vista?
In November 2008 Gaylord Entertainment called it quits in Chula Vista. The Nashville-based company had ambitious plans for the city's bayfront which included a convention center and 1600 room hotel. A recent article in the Nashville Business Journal says Mayor …
Sweetwater's Funds for Education Committee Suspended
In a phone call today, Sweetwater Union High School District’s interim superintendent Ed Brand said that he was suspending the Funds for Education Committee. The controversial committee was established in August to negotiate vendor contracts. "[W]e're asking those vendors to …