New Report Projects Sharp Enrollment Decline in DJUSD without New Housing
The Davis Joint Unified School District has projected a decline in student enrollment over the next decade, but housing development could potentially reverse this trend.
Op-ed | Let’s Play Contamination Whack-a-Mole with Opponents of Village Farms Davis
Opponents of the Village Farms Davis project are using fear-mongering tactics to scare the public about the potential risks of PFAS contamination in the groundwater beneath the Old Davis Landfill, when in fact the risk is infinitesimally low and the City of Davis is the primary source of PFAS contamination in the Yolo Bypass.
Davis Amtrak Station Receives $1M for Bicycle and Pedestrian Upgrades from Rep. Mike Thompson
U.S. Rep. Mike Thompson presented a $1 million federal check to the City of Davis to support bicycle and pedestrian improvements at the Davis Amtrak Station, which will improve access for residents south of the station and enhance multimodal access.
Op-ed | I Don’t Want Davis to Change. That’s Why I’m Voting Yes on Measure V.
A Davis resident reflects on their childhood experience with affordable housing and encourages others to vote Yes on Measure V to support diversity and prevent families from being priced out of the city.
Op-ed | Village Farms: A Realistic Path to Affordable Housing in Davis
The Village Farms Affordable Housing Plan is designed to maximize its chances of being built by leveraging the federal 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit, its prime location, improved donated land, early delivery, and real cash contribution.
Op-ed | Fall Ballot Measure Would Open the Door to 3 Percent Down Payments to Buy New Davis Housing
A $25 billion statewide bond measure could allow middle income Davis families to purchase new homes in Village Farms Davis with only a 3 percent down payment, with the state providing the remaining 17 percent at a low interest rate.
Planning Commission to Weigh in on Willowgrove Environmental Impact Report
The proposed Willowgrove development is set to go before the Planning Commission for recommendation to the City Council to certify the project’s Environmental Impact Report, which could ultimately place the project before voters on the November 2026 ballot.
UC Davis Equestrian Title Win as Elimination Raises Title IX and Budget Concerns
The UC Davis Division I Women’s Equestrian Team, which had an undefeated season, is facing elimination due to financial malfeasance, prompting supporters to call for an independent review of the decision and reinstatement of the program.
Op-ed | Concerns Raised over Village Farms Project’s Potential Contaminant Risks
The proposed Village Farms Davis project is associated with potential risks of contamination from the adjacent Old Davis Landfill, Burn Area, and Wastewater Treatment Plant, including volatile organic compounds, PFAS, dioxins, furans, PAHs, and selenium, which could pose a threat to human and environmental health.
Revised Willowgrove Plan Expands Affordable Housing Commitments, Promises Early Delivery
The applicants have submitted a revised affordable housing plan for the proposed Willowgrove development that would deliver 250 deed-restricted affordable units, significantly exceeding the city’s minimum requirements while committing to accelerated construction timelines and early infrastructure delivery.
Vanguard Analysis: Without Two Peripheral Projects, Davis Cannot Meet Its Housing Requirements
Davis is facing a large affordable housing deficit, and without large-scale projects like Village Farms and Willowgrove, the city will not be able to meet its state-mandated housing requirements.
Opinion | Skepticism about Village Farms Misses the Larger Housing Reality
Davis voters must decide whether to approve the proposed Village Farms development, which promises affordable housing, or to continue the city’s decades-long trend of underproduction and risk losing Measure J, which could result in even less affordable housing.
Letter: After Decades of Farmland Preservation, Davis Must Now Prioritize Housing
Davis has successfully preserved thousands of acres of farmland in the past 25 years, and Measure V aims to build affordable housing and provide seed money for its construction.
Davis Mayor Issues Statement Supporting Survivors, City Cancels Annual César Chávez Celebration
The mayor of Davis issued a statement in response to allegations of sexual misconduct involving César Chávez, and the city announced it will cancel its annual celebration honoring the late farmworker leader.
Advocates Allege Title IX Disparities as Pressure Mounts to Reinstate UC Davis Equestrian Team
Parents and supporters are alleging systemic gender inequities in UC Davis athletics, citing data that shows women athletes receive less funding, treatment, and institutional support than their male counterparts, and are threatening to pursue a Title IX lawsuit if the university does not address the issues.
Op-ed | Caregiving for Older Adults in Davis
Caregiving for older adults is often overlooked, but it can be a deeply rewarding experience that connects caregivers with their roots, expands their spirituality, and allows them to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Davis City Council Advances Sanctuary Ordinance While Rejecting Real-Time ICE Notification Requirement
The Davis City Council voted unanimously to adopt a strengthened sanctuary city ordinance, reaffirming the city’s commitment to limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement while navigating legal, operational, and fiscal constraints.
Opinion | What Seventeen Years of Housing Data—and a Warning—Tell Us about Davis
Davis has added 2,818 housing units since 2009, but the majority of new units have been multi-family rentals serving students, leaving the supply of homes for working households and families constrained and the community’s composition changing.
Op-ed | Village Farms…Is It the Right Time?
Village Farms is a good project that is ideal for development and will help address the need for housing in Davis, while also mitigating the environmental issues on the site.
Davis City Council to Consider Strengthening Sanctuary Policies
The Davis City Council is considering a proposal to strengthen and codify the city’s sanctuary policies, providing clearer protections for residents and limiting city agencies’ interactions with federal immigration authorities.