by saveunioncity.com | Jun 19, 2024 | Blog
Union City, CA: Union City is grappling with a substantial $3 million budget deficit, prompting Mayor Carol Dutra-Vernaci to propose an increase in the utility tax, which already stands at 5%. The current utility tax, applied to electricity, gas, telecommunications,...
by saveunioncity.com | Jun 19, 2024 | Blog
Union City, CA: In the latest instance of escalating crime linked to the cannabis industry, a San Jose cannabis dispensary became the target of yet another armed robbery recently. The incident has amplified concerns about the safety and security of neighborhoods...
by saveunioncity.com | Apr 24, 2024 | Blog
New proposal on Alvarado-Niles less than 200 feet from housing! Recently, residents of Union City’s Cherrywood District were locked in a 7-month battle with the Union City Council, begging Council members NOT to approve placement of the city’s THIRD...
by saveunioncity.com | Apr 22, 2024 | Blog
Tackling the Menace: Union City Police Crackdown on Drug-Related Burglaries In recent weeks, the Union City Police Department achieved a significant victory in their ongoing battle against crime with the apprehension of a group of burglars responsible for the brazen...
by saveunioncity.com | Apr 12, 2024 | Blog
In recent years, the burgeoning cannabis industry has captured widespread attention, promising economic booms and tax windfalls for local municipalities. Among the pioneers in this industry was ‘High Times’, a renowned brand synonymous with cannabis culture via its...
by saveunioncity.com | Apr 11, 2024 | Blog
Debate surrounding legalization of pot has sparked discussions on various fronts, including its potential impact on socioeconomic disparities. In recent years, there has been growing concern about the proliferation of pot shops, particularly in low-income...