Government Accountability Office

Under current law, students enrolled in a federal or California work-study program qualify for CalFresh. The bill would require that California community colleges and universities notify any student accepted into a work-study program of their eligibility and that a streamlined process for applicants be created.

First-time candidate Jenny Wong won Berkeley’s next city auditor, beating opponent Vladislav Davidzon.

The city auditor plays an integral role in holding city government accountable and presenting Berkeley residents with a report of how well the government is performing. Jennifer Wong is the most — and only — qualified candidate for the job.

Berkeley city auditor candidate and UC Berkeley alumna Jennifer Li Wong has garnered more than 30 endorsements from a variety of local officials and community members, as of Thursday.