Good morning, Stockton.
It’s going to be a busy day at City Hall. Today, the City Council will consider whether to keep Jason Lee’s appointment as vice mayor and vote on a new committee roster that would remove him as chair of the council’s Audit Committee.
The proposals follow months of public disagreements between Lee, Mayor Christina Fugazi and other city officials over government oversight, transparency and council conduct. Andrea Baltodano explains how councilmembers will publicly discuss whether Lee’s continued appointment as vice mayor serves the council’s institutional and operational interests.
In other news, Chris Woodyard outlines how San Joaquin County Sheriff Patrick Withrow is taking umbrage with the flack that Flock cameras have been getting.
And we’ve got a cornucopia of autumnal activities for you. Be sure to check out photographer Annie Barker’s list of “trunk of treat” events and fall festivals. The bottom of this newsletter lists even more upcoming events. Let us know if we missed anything.
We hope to see you out and about in the community!
Daniel Garza
Stocktonia content coordinator
Today’s top story
Could Jason Lee lose his vice mayor title? Stockton council to revisit appointment
By Andrea Baltodano • Stocktonia
While the proposed committee changes could take effect with council approval, reconsidering Lee’s vice mayor appointment would not automatically remove him from the position.
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🎟️ Events this week
Event listings were compiled with AI assistance and verified by our editors.
- City of Stockton Navy flag raising | Honor the U.S. Navy at a public ceremony. | Oct. 13, 9-10 a.m. | New City Hall, 501 W. Weber Ave. | Free. | More info | Add to Google Calendar
- Youth mural art classes | Young artists ages 12-18 can learn mural painting with Kia Duras-Carter. Registration is required. | Oct. 13 and 17, 4-6:30 p.m. | Community Resiliency Hub, 306 E. Main St., Suite 211. | Free. | More info
- Stockton Air Network fall roundtable | Share input on possible air monitoring sites near the Port of Stockton. Food and drinks are provided. | Oct. 14, 6-8 p.m. | 27 S. Grant St. | Free. | More info | Add to Google Calendar
- Live music every Thursday at Whirlow’s | Enjoy an evening of live music along the Miracle Mile. | Oct. 15, 5:30-9:30 p.m. | Whirlow’s Tossed and Grilled, 1926 Pacific Ave. | No cover charge. | More info | Add to Google Calendar
- Harvest Festival | Bring the family for pony rides, carnival games, performances and community resource booths. | Oct. 17, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Harvest Church Ministries, 3051 E. Main St. | Free. | More info | Add to Google Calendar
- Diwali Festival & Show 2026 | Celebrate with cultural performances and community activities. | Oct. 17, noon-4 p.m. | Stagg High School Performing Arts Theatre, 1621 Brookside Road. | Free admission and parking. | More info | Add to Google Calendar
- Astronomy in the Park | View the moon, Saturn and other objects through telescopes with the Stockton Astronomical Society. Viewing begins after sunset, weather permitting. | Oct. 17, after sunset. | Oak Grove Regional Park, 4520 W. Eight Mile Road. | Free viewing; park parking costs $6 cash per vehicle. | More info
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