In one of the final acts of an extensive investigation into the Great Park project, the former Irvine City Council leader was questioned about allegations of quid-pro-quo and millions of dollars in billing irregularities.
Author Archives: Adam Elmahrek
Posted inAnaheim, Countywide, Economy, Top Stories, Transportation
Why Is Anaheim Borrowing Money to Fix Its Streets?
Meanwhile, the city is using grant funds typically dedicated for street maintenance to pay off a loan for the controversial transit hub known as ARTIC.
Posted inAnaheim, Countywide, Economy, News Briefs, Top Stories, Transportation
OC Register Uncovers Potential Reason Behind Murray’s Anti-Tax Proposal
Anaheim Councilwoman Kris Murray’s proposal that would make it harder to pass new taxes coincides with the ending of a prohibition on a possible tax on admission to Disneyland and other venues.
Posted inAnaheim, Countywide, Investigative
Anaheim Mayor Wants to Dump Stadium Lease Negotiator
Mayor Tom Tait is proposing that local Democratic powerbroker Wylie Aitken replace San Diego-based developer Charles Black as the city’s outside consultant in revived talks on a new Angel Stadium lease.
Posted inHealth & Wellness, News Briefs
Santa Ana Wellness District Postponed to Next Council Meeting
The proposed district, which would affirm the downtown’s Latino character, was postponed because the mayor and a councilwoman didn’t show up.
Posted inCountywide, Santa Ana, Top Stories
After Nearly a Decade of Cuts, Santa Ana’s Budget Picture Looking Bright
City Manager David Cavazos at Tuesday’s City Council meeting unveiled a $222.2 million “trial budget” that showed spending increases in several areas.
Posted inAnaheim, Countywide, News Briefs, Top Stories, Transportation
NY Times: Streetcar Projects Stalling Around The Country
The rush to build streetcar lines in cities across the country is slowing as some cities that were once on track to implement the systems are beginning to change course.
Posted inCountywide, Health & Wellness, Santa Ana, Top Stories
Downtown Wellness District on Santa Ana Council Agenda
The district would affirm a Latino identity for the downtown and focus on “wellness” goods and services, such as groceries, meals, health and personal care products. It could also reignite a years-long gentrification debate.
Posted inCountywide, Garden Grove, Health & Wellness, Investigative, Top Stories, Transportation
Orange Nonprofit Will Pay $1.7 Million to Settle Charges of Falsifying Records
The Horizon Cross Cultural Center, which provides supportive services to Vietnamese immigrants, was accused of intentionally overbilling three local agencies.
Posted inCountywide, Health & Wellness, Santa Ana, Top Stories
Santa Ana City Manager Proposes Increase in Downtown Parking Rates
Meanwhile, business owners and residents aired growing frustration about parking issues downtown at a town hall Wednesday hosted by Councilwoman Michele Martinez.
