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Articles by Isabelle Gaston
Save Savannah Sparrows
Save Savannah Sparrows Dear Councilmember Kesarwani, I was very disappointed -- in fact, devastated -- to learn of the annihilation of the Savannah Sparrow's grassland habitat in Chavez Park that took place several weeks ago.
Berkeley’s Proposed Whistleblower Program
On June 6th, City Council will vote on a Whistleblower Program. The goal of the program is a “more accountable Berkeley government through the prevention and investigation of suspected fraud, waste, and abuse.” The author of the item, which appears on the consent calendar, is City Auditor, Jenny Wong. It is co-sponsored by Mayor Arreguin; and Councilmembers Kesarwani, Harrison, and Wengraf.
Berkeley Seeks State Grant for Low-Barrier Interim Shelter for the Unhoused
At the end of February, the City of Berkeley applied for a state grant to provide a low-barrier interim shelter for Berkeley’s unhoused with a pathway to permanent housing. If all goes well, the award will be granted at the end of April, and the process of transferring people to the Super 8 motel on University Avenue from two homeless encampments will begin in early July.
Berkeley’s Last Burrowing Owl Urgently Needs Protection with a Functional Fence
Only a few weeks are left to see Berkeley’s beloved burrowing owl before it departs from its winter home at the water’s edge of Cesar Chavez Park. Whether this rare and beautiful creature will return next fall, is anyone’s guess. Much is riding on securing a functional fence for its refuge. If you visit the Burrowing Owl Sanctuary in the park, you will immediately notice that the owl is not protected from off-leash dogs.
Opinion: No on Measure HH: Berkeleyans Deserve a Better Plan to Combat Climate Change
By John Stephen Kromer, Nancy Rader, Eric Friedman, Isabelle Gaston and Barbara GilbertOct. 15, 2020, 8:25 a.m.Oct. 15, 8:18 a.m. In the face of the climate crisis and COVID-19 economic and health crisis, we can ill-afford new taxes that fail to produce meaningful results. Yes, climate change is a massive threat posing disproportionate impacts on the poor and Berkeley must be part of the solution. But this measure will not spend our limited tax dollars effectively towards these ends.
As COVID-19 Cases Mount in Berkeley, Residents Patiently Await a Safe and Effective Vaccine
As COVID-19 Cases Mount in Berkeley, Residents Patiently Await a Safe and Effective Vaccine Isabelle Gaston, Ph.D. Saturday August 08, 2020 - 04:21:00 PM In early January 2020, a novel coronavirus, severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV2), was isolated in several patients in Wuhan, China (1).
Opinion: Berkeley prioritizes employee benefits over capital improvements
When will my street be paved? We’ll need another bond for that. Will my sidewalk be repaired this year? Hmmm, we don’t have enough funding. I miss fishing with my son, when will the pier be fixed? Another 5 years – if all the stars align. When will the grass be cut in the median strip on San Pablo? We don’t have enough employees.
Opinion: 10 reasons to vote 'no' on Measure O, the $135M affordable housing bond
Measure O will fail to make a dent in the housing crisis; it promises more than it can deliver. It will also be a burden on homeowners who already pay for 6 local bonds and 9 different parcel taxes/fees. Affordable housing is a major community concern in Berkeley. To address this, the City Council has placed a $135 million bond measure (Measure O) on this November’s ballot.
Dialogue: "Berkeley Braces for Bankruptcy: Red Flag Warning from Berkeley City Auditor" and the Auditor's Response
Editor's Note: This interesting discussion was posted to the public record as part of communications to the Berkeley City Council. We have Dr. Gaston's permission to publish it, and the quoted title is hers. To Whom It May Concern: Two nights ago, at Berkeley City Council, the Berkeley City Auditor warned the Berkeley City Manager and the Berkeley City Council that the City could face bankruptcy unless steps are taken to protect our reserves.
Open letter to Councilmember Hahn
Thank you for your comments at Council night regarding the City's infrastructure needs. I agree with your statements regarding the need for a long-term comprehensive vision and plan for our City's infrastructure - not just for 2050 but for the 22nd century.
Peut-on limiter le recours aux experts dans des causes criminelles?
L'accusé Guy Turcotte et son avocat Me Pierre Poupart. Photo : PC/Ryan Remiorz Épreuve des faits - Un tribunal pourrait-il, comme le proposent certaines personnes dans la foulée du procès de Guy Turcotte, établir une liste d'experts autorisés à témoigner dans des causes criminelles? Vérification faite : non. « Je pense que ça devrait être au hasard, il devrait y avoir une banque.
Procès Turcotte : " On avait une dynamique toxique ", dit Isabelle Gaston
Isabelle Gaston (au centre) le 25 septembre 2015. Photo : PC/Ryan Remiorz Le contre-interrogatoire d'Isabelle Gaston s'est poursuivi mardi matin au palais de justice de Saint-Jérôme, au procès de Guy Turcotte, accusé du meurtre prémédité de leurs deux enfants. La mère des enfants et ex-conjointe de l'accusé avait donné sa version des faits durant plus de deux heures lundi après-midi. Mardi, elle a été contre-interrogée par Me Guy Poupart, l'un des deux avocats de Guy Turcotte.
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