D. J. Blutarsky

Opinion

Elk Grove Traffic - Here Today, Worse Tomorrow!

When you mention ‘traffic’ to any motorist, cyclist, or pedestrian living in Elk Grove, you will most likely receive a response ranging from a hopeless shrug to extreme anger

Opinion

Guest Commentary - What Exactly Is An 'Active Soldier'? Councilman Robles Needs to Be Honest With Himself, and Us

As an older veteran, I just wish he would stop pumping up his military status and just be himself - a city council member who happens to serve in the National Guard is just fine as it is. 

Opinion

'Don't Put Your Fingers in the Cage!' Is Elk Grove poking its fingers into the Zoo's business?

The status of the Sacramento Zoological Society's fundraising effort has been kept confidential, and I don't expect the City or Zoo to report directly on the funding progress.

Opinion

The New Elk Grove zoo: It's Not Only About The Animals Is It?! A look at the lucrative contract awards waiting to be had

Opinion

Building a Government Empire or What? Elk Grove Taxpayers Deserve an Explanation

But this hiring spree began before Measure E and I don't ever recall an explanation being given on why, particularly since the hiring has greatly exceeded the rate of our city's population growth.

Opinion

Building a Legacy? Mayor Bobbie, You're No William Land

Gone is the philanthropic spirit of William Land, and now the name of the game is to use taxpayer dollars to put Elk Grove on the destination map for political bragging rights.

Opinion

Madame Mayor: Dead Soldiers Don't Vote I Guess, And They Won't See You At The Nordstrom Rack Either

Unlike her past addictions to self-promoting selfies, the Mayor apparently decided to give her camera the day off on Memorial Day. I guess dead soldiers don't vote.

Opinion

The Elk Grove Monarchy – Don’t Blame the City Manager!

Opinion

Oak Rose and the Lawsuits – Is it really about local control or is there something more?

Opinion

Guest Commentary – Does Elk Grove’s Leadership Suffer From The Napoleon Syndrome?