Commentary: Carlsbad is a beach town, not a big town
One reason my wife and I love Carlsbad is its unique character. Beautiful neighborhoods, coastal charm, parks, open spaces, and a relaxed atmosphere make our...
NIMBY
Commentary: No such thing as nonpartisan politics
Starting in the seventies, I was a hardcore defender of Encinitas. I was a bastion of anti-development. But I eventually realized there was a political...
The high cost of being called a NIMBY
By Mike Lewis If you’ve spoken up at a city council meeting lately, you may have noticed something strange. If you raise questions about fire...
Elias: NIMBYs get a bad rap
Rarely has a group suffered a less deserved rash of insults than homeowners who may favor developments, but “not in my backyard.”...
In surprising reversal, council removes Leucadia site from affordable housing plan
A divided Encinitas City Council made an about face and removed a controversial city-owned parcel in Leucadia from its affordable housing plan just a week...