City looks into paying for $10,000 audit of police department
Posted: Wednesday, Jul 28th, 2010
After a decision by the City Council to investigate the police department, King City is now looking into how to pay for a $10,000 audit. Meanwhile, the City has received a report from a free audit conducted in January.
The Council decided during their July 13 meeting to have Arvin Chief of Police Tommy Tunson perform an audit of the ...more

King City Farmer's Market continues to offer freshest produce
Posted: Wednesday, Jul 28th, 2010
As the newly formed King City Farmer's Market approaches the half-way point in its initial season, organizers are realizing that the only way to really measure success is by vendor satisfaction.
"A good amount of vendors are coming back each week and that tells me that the market is successful," said Rob Cullen, King City councilman and Chamber board member, ...more

Youth travel to King City for Bible school and community projects
Posted: Wednesday, Jul 28th, 2010
As part of last week's Vacation Bible School at First Baptist Church, several youth from Ventura Baptist Church traveled to King City to, not only assist with activities, but also benefit the community.
The youth spent their evenings with children at the church, organizing activities and assisting congregation leaders, and their days performing yard work for Arletha Palmer at her ...more

City council approves investigation of police department
Posted: Wednesday, Jul 28th, 2010
The City Council for the City of King decided at their latest meeting last Tuesday to spend $10,000 on an investigation of the King City Police Department.
The motion to investigate was called by Sue Kleber and seconded by Junior Nuno, before being passed by a 5-0 vote. A recommendation by City Attorney Roy Hanley named Police Chief Tommy Tunson ...more

Citizens look to bring back fireworks show in King City
Posted: Wednesday, Jul 28th, 2010
Although the annual parade and celebration in the park are two popular ways to celebrate Independence Day, many community members have expressed concerns that a crucial element is missing from the festivities.
Jessica Potts, coordinator for the 4th of July in the Park and Car Show, which takes place every year in San Lorenzo Park, is now leading an effort ...more

Mel's Run has successful sixth year
Posted: Wednesday, Jul 28th, 2010
Bikes and classic cars hit the road once again for the Six Annual Mel's Run this past Saturday.
A total of 270 riders went out on the run, said Cody Bassetti, one of the extended Bassetti family organizing and running the event. He said the number of riders was about 55 higher than last year. The run was put together ...more

Explorer post prepares for upcoming car show
Posted: Wednesday, Jul 28th, 2010
There is about one month left to go until Broadway fills with hot rods and other fancy cars.
The King City Police Explorers are preparing for the Third Annual King City Car Show. On Saturday, Aug. 21, two hours of legalized cruising are planned for those who want to show off their cars along Broadway. The next day, Aug. 22, ...more

Interim superintendent hired for elementary district - William Brand scheduled to lead district for three months
Posted: Wednesday, Jul 14th, 2010
The elementary school district has a new superintendent in charge.
William Brand was hired as the interim superintendent during last Wednesday's special board meeting of the King City Union School District. He was approved 4-0, as board member Don Reynolds was absent from the meeting.
"I think that Dr. Brand is going to serve our district very well," said Board ...more

Mel's Run set to get rolling this Saturday - Annual motorcycle run recognizes late biker enthusiast
Posted: Wednesday, Jul 14th, 2010
The roar of motorcycle engines will be heard throughout South County, as biker's get ready to roll in Mel's Run this Saturday.
This year marks the sixth year for the motorcycle run, which was organized in memory of Mel Bassetti, who passed away from cancer in 2004. The money raised in the run is split between the King City Young ...more

Four Communities For Peace makes pitch to Farr - South County cities partner to reduce violence
Posted: Wednesday, Jul 14th, 2010
Before U.S. Representative Sam Farr (17th District) joined the Four Communities For Peace (FCFP) collaborative group, mayors, city managers and police department personnel from all four South County cities came together to officially sign a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to work proactively to reduce violence.
FCFP came about through two events that happened close together.
The first one was the ...more

Changes keep coming at Mee Memorial - Zaro to replace Cooper at Family Medical Center
Posted: Wednesday, Jul 14th, 2010
There are changes going on at Mee Memorial Hospital, from transitions in directors to educational programs starting up.
Dr. Jay Cooper is going to be leaving the area, and as he leaves the Mee team, the former Cooper Clinic is to be renamed the Family Medical Center. Mee Memorial CEO Lex Smith announced that Christina Zaro will replace Cooper as ...more

City Council meeting scheduled for larger venue to discuss police department audit
Modified: Thursday, Jul 8th, 2010
This Tuesday is the next City Council meeting for King City, and on the agenda is a discussion of the need to potentially hire an outside consultant to audit the city's police department.
The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m., and will be held at the King City Recreation Center at 401 Division St. City staff has stated ...more