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Local nonprofit proposes ordinance to address maintenance and intimidation at senior apartment complexes

6441698 · September 3, 2025
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Representatives of a newly formed nonprofit, Helping Hand Association, asked the Galt City Council to consider an ordinance aimed at improving safety and maintenance in large senior apartment complexes, proposing annual inspections and a tri‑agency inspection team; council took no formal action.

Speakers from a newly formed nonprofit, Helping Hand Association, addressed the City Council during public comment on Sept. 2 to urge action on alleged maintenance problems and intimidation of senior tenants in some apartment complexes.

Bob Belay, who identified himself as vice president of Helping Hand Association, said the organization is a 501(c)(3) that will advocate for seniors, veterans and others in need in Galt. Paul Salinas, identified as the association’s president, presented…

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