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Senior mobile home rent stabilization

Residents of Golden Hills and Westwood Village say annual rent increases of 10% or more threaten seniors on fixed incomes, projecting rents could nearly triple over 15 years. They're asking the council to act via an MOU or ordinance before November rent increases.

12 mentions (4 this month)Last discussed Nov 3, 2026

HighTaxes Budget

Solid Waste Rates and Privatization Concerns

A resident asked where each council member stands on privatizing refuse services, noting 110-degree weeks and heavy workloads for refuse crews, and asked for answers before elections — not after.

3 mentionsLast discussed Aug 18, 2026