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Santa Rosa opens single-family neighborhoods to duplexes, small apartments — and big debate

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Santa Rosa’s Decision to Allow Duplexes, Small Apartments in Single-Family Neighborhoods Sparks Controversy The Santa Rosa City Council has approved sweeping zoning changes allowing duplexes and small apartment buildings on nearly 2,000 properties previously zoned for single-family homes. This move aims to expand housing options in the city, particularly for working-class residents, young families, and … Read more

Santa Rosa teachers’ union gathers support for outside audit of district’s troubled finances as more cuts loom

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Santa Rosa teachers’ union rallies for external financial audit amid impending budget cuts in district Santa Rosa’s unionized teachers and staff are demanding an outside audit of the district’s finances and greater transparency from Santa Rosa City Schools leadership due to budget woes. The district is facing a deficit and potential state receivership. Teachers are … Read more

Tensions rise over Santa Rosa Diocese’s plan to seek bankruptcy protection in face of more than 130 abuse claims

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Santa Rosa Diocese faces mounting pressure as it considers filing for bankruptcy amidst 130 abuse claims Over the past three years, 130 survivors of clergy abuse have come forward to file lawsuits against the Santa Rosa Roman Catholic Diocese for childhood sex abuse, taking advantage of a special three-year window in California. However, the diocese … Read more