Los Angeles, CA|News|
Unpaid CA Utility Bills Approaching $2 Billion [Survey]
State regulators are considering programs to help customers repay delinquent accounts. Take our survey.
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
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Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
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Porterfield is an experienced journalist having worked as a reporter for the Boston Globe, Newsday and the Associated Press.
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Across California|News|
New Surcharge On Most CA Bills: Giving Electric Utilities A Hand
Customer surcharge will help pay for future wildfire damage claims
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Across California|News|
The Electrifying Cost of Going Bankrupt: A Look At PG&E's Fees
Legal and consulting fees for PG&E’s bankruptcy top half-a-billion dollars.
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|News|
Tri-Valley School Donations May Be Curtailed By Coronavirus
School budgets are typically padded with millions that flow from an extensive network of local nonprofits. But that could change this year.
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Across California|News|
Coronavirus Stalks California's Wildfire Season
Cal Fire and other agencies are taking precautions to protect thousands on fire lines
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Across California|News|
Coronavirus Infects California's County Fairs
Health restrictions force the cancellation of many popular summer events across the state.
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Coronavirus: Local School Districts Facing Financial Crisis
Falling state tax revenues may leave school district bank accounts as empty as classrooms
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Schools May Face Financial Crisis In Wake Of Coronavirus
Falling state tax revenues may leave school district bank accounts as empty as classrooms.
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Valley USD May Face Financial Crisis In Wake Of Coronavirus
Falling state tax revenues may leave school district bank accounts as empty as classrooms.
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
Coronavirus: Financial Crisis For School Districts In Alameda Co.
Falling state tax revenues may leave school district bank accounts in Alameda County as empty as classrooms. See a chart of local funds.
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Coronavirus: Local School Districts Face Financial Crisis
Falling state tax revenues may leave school district bank accounts in Contra Costa County as empty as classrooms. See a chart of local funds
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Lake Forest, CA|News|
Saddleback District Faces Financial Crisis In Wake Of Coronavirus
Falling state tax revenues may leave school district bank accounts as empty as classrooms
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Santa Cruz, CA|News|
Santa Cruz County Schools Facing Financial Crisis: Coronavirus
Falling state tax revenues may leave school district bank accounts as empty as classrooms.
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Livermore, CA|News|
Tri-Valley School Districts Facing Financial Crisis: Coronavirus
Falling state tax revenues may leave school district bank accounts as empty as classrooms.
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|News|
New BART Parking Garage Will Offer 500 Spaces For Commuters
State funding approval paves the way for construction of long-planned facility at the Dublin-Pleasanton BART station.
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Sacramento, CA|News|
Got Earthquake Insurance? Most California Homeowners Don't
Will you be covered when the 'Big One' hits The Golden State? Probably not, according to the California Earthquake Authority.
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|News|
New Water Rates In Dublin, San Ramon Effective This Week
Changes in water rates charged by Dublin-San Ramon Services District will have added impact in San Ramon.
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|News|
Water Rate Changes Will Add New Fee To Tax Bills
Dublin-San Ramon Services District water customers in San Ramon could see substantial increases on tax bills
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|News|
Water Rate Changes Being Considered For Dublin, San Ramon
Dublin-San Ramon Services District directors to conduct a public hearing on proposed adjustments to water rates
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Sewer Rate Increases On Tap In Contra Costa County
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District; City of Concord considering hikes in service fees
Bob Porterfield, Patch Staff
