This week, Jordan and Dani brought on Fresnoland’s labor and economy reporter, Julianna Morano, to discuss the latest developments in the criminal proceedings against former Bitwise co-CEOs Jake Soberal and Irma Olguin, Jr. – what will their sentence look like, now that they’ve pled guilty? What did they actually do wrong, in the eyes of federal prosecutors? How do former employees feel about all of this?
We also discussed the near reversal of the Measure P arts grants and why some Parks, Recreation and Arts Commissioners wanted a do-over on the process; and, we dove into the details on Fresno’s first guaranteed basic income pilot.
Finally, we answered some reader questions about hidden gems (spoiler: a good float and hike were discussed) and what’s happening with iconic central Fresno spot Sam’s Deli.
References
‘We are deeply sorry.’ Bitwise CEOs break silence with apology following conviction
Ex-Bitwise CEOs plead guilty to wire fraud charges
Fresno doles out millions in arts funding after delay. ‘No questions have been asked’
‘Is this real?’ 150 families receive first stipends from Fresno’s guaranteed basic income project
