New York Times Reports on Santa Ana Gentrification Debate
Santa Ana
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The Gray Lady’s coverage makes the battle for the downtown core
a national story.
On The Agenda
Countywide
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More outsourcing in Costa Mesa and labor negotiations in Santa
Ana top this week’s public meeting agendas.
Santa Ana Deficit Forces Hard Look at Fire Department
Countywide
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The city must make large cuts to public safety if it wants to
remain solvent, but reducing costs at the fire department could
prove difficult.
Where Are CalOptima Complaints?
Government
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Supervisor Janet Nguyen said complaints spurred her to propose
changes to the CalOptima board. Yet records show only five in four
months.
With Winter Approaching, Cupboards Are Bare at County’s Food Banks
Health & Wellness
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Official says the greatly increased need “is a new experience
for Orange County.”
Finance Officer Says Santa Ana Will End Fiscal Year in the Black
Santa Ana
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In September, the city had only $313,343 in the bank but will
finish the year with a $2.7-million balance, says the city’s
finance director.
OC Marathon Gets Long-Term Deal With County Fairgrounds
Costa Mesa
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Five-year, $500,000 deal comes after contentious debate. Swap
meet operator also could be headed toward a long-term deal instead
of lease termination.
State Supreme Court Rejects Republican Redistricting Lawsuit
Government
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GOP officials sought to invalidate new California districts that
they say favor Democrats.
Should the OC Marathon Have to Open Its Books?
Costa Mesa
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One Fair Board member says full disclosure should be part of a
lease agreement. Marathon owners say they’re being singled out.
Anaheim Council Slashes City Manager’s Contract Authority
Anaheim
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The largest contract the city manager may sign without council
approval was reduced from $250,000 to $100,000.