Archive for February 1st, 2010
Alameda Library Presents Native American Art, Artist
Michael Horse – of Yaqui, Mescalero Apache and Zuni descent — will be demonstrating some of his artistic techniques and discussing the folk art of ledger painting from 6:30 to 8 p.m. this Wednesday, February 3, at the Main Library.
His work is on exhibit at the library through Saturday, February 20.
Horse, an award-winning artist, jeweler and actor, [...]
SUNCAL THROWS IN THE TOWEL
Things are looking so bad for Measure B that even SunCal has announced that they think their Alameda Point development initiative will fail – a day before voters head to the polls.
But the developer’s insisting that voters still want their vision to be carried to fruition at the Point, and they say they intend to [...]
Alameda Landmark Now A Short Sale
Sorry about the lack of posts last week, but have been under the weather and did not feel much like writing.
Here is today’s home inventory for Alameda and the data shows a nice upswing in inventory this week. In total the Island is up 11 more units than last week, but there is a concerning underlying element in the numbers that is cause for concern.
Five of the 11 units for sale are distressed properties; our of the properties are short sales. If this trend holds it is a sign that people are continuing to struggle with their mortgages and can not hold on at the current rate.
Three of the four short sale listings add this week were townhome/condos. The only exception is The Webster House at 1238 Versailles Avenue. Built in 1854 this is a City landmark and now a victim of the housing downturn. According to the listing comment it is a: Historical gem currently used as a bed & breakfast & tea house (business being sold separately). Fully remodeled w/ commercial kitchen & charming touches throughout. Large grounds, set far back from the street w/ great curb appeal.
Distressed properties are 35 percent of Alameda’s inventory. Inventory growth is a good thing given the City has less than three months of it, but at the cost of others losing their property this can have other social impact.
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Fear starts with B!
Too funny not to post, director extraordinaire Roger Grumble of Alameda Daily Noose has posted a “documentary” about what will happen if Measure B passes. I’ve already watched it twice.
Alameda Point: Alamedageddan
Anyone else looking forward to tomorrow being over?
The Alameda Point initiative has dragged on for soooooo long, I’m just looking forward to not having to think about it anymore. Luckily, some folks are still maintaining a sense of humor about it. So with little fanfare, the trailer for …
You spin me right round
Before the votes have even begun to be tallied, opponents to anything ever happening in Alameda have begun spinning what will be the cause of voter’s rejection of Measure B. While you know and I know that it has been nothing but Development Agreement, Development Agreement, Development Agreement that has been the cause of [...]
Local couple accused of defrauding immigrants
Oakland City Attorney John Russo has sued an Alameda couple and one other woman saying the three swindled immigrant families out of thousands of dollars by falsely claiming they could provide legal assistance and obtain certain immigration benefits.
The civil suit, which was filed Thursday in Alameda County Superior Court, seeks $8.2 million in penalties, or [...]
Police close search for missing Alameda woman
Alameda police have ended their search for Katherine Truitt, who went missing on January 7 after telling a roommate she was going for a hike.
Police believe Truitt, 37, fell victim to the waves or became landlocked as she conducted a solo hike along the remote McClures Beach at Point Reyes. Alameda Police Sgt. Pat Wyeth [...]
Junior Golf Club vows to run Mif
The Alameda Junior Golf Club’s board of directors has decided they’re willing to serve as the Mif Albright golf course’s nonprofit operator, the club announced Sunday.
The club will ask the city for a $1-a-year lease for the nine-hole course and is preparing plans to raise cash and to operate the course, its leaders said in [...]
Alameda in brief
Preschoolers study Africa
Students at The Child Unique Montessori School spent January getting ready for African American History Month by engaging in a month-long study of African heritage. The students wrapped up their studies with a week-long celebration, including this (pictured) January 27 event.
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