The Santa Ana-based charity, which has operated the shelters
since 2008, was the only bidder.
The Gray Lady’s coverage makes the battle for the downtown core
a national story.
More outsourcing in Costa Mesa and labor negotiations in Santa
Ana top this week’s public meeting agendas.
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.
Supervisor Janet Nguyen said complaints spurred her to propose
changes to the CalOptima board. Yet records show only five in four
months.
Official says the greatly increased need “is a new experience
for Orange County.”
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.
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.
GOP officials sought to invalidate new California districts that
they say favor Democrats.
One Fair Board member says full disclosure should be part of a
lease agreement. Marathon owners say they’re being singled out.
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