The move comes amid an uproar from residents and elected officials asserting it will tarnish a treasured Southern California tradition.
Yearly Archives: 2013
Posted inCountywide, Top Stories
On The Agenda
County supervisors reject a proposed parenting commission, and Lake Forest decides on a controversial housing project in an auto mall.
Posted inCountywide, Top Stories
Developer’s Meeting on Beach Bonfires Still Unexplained
AQMD Chairman Bill Burke discussed the issue with a developer and three unspecified “associates” at a luxury hotel in Los Angeles.
Posted inUncategorized
Voice of Our Commentators
Here is another roundup of some of the most thought-provoking reader comments of the week.
Posted inCountywide, Investigative, Santa Ana, Top Stories
Santa Ana Mayor Suggests Baseball Leagues Sue City
A dispute among rival adult baseball leagues has resulted in another battle between Miguel Pulido and the City Council majority.
Posted inCountywide, Top Stories
AQMD Withholds Key Records on Beach Bonfire Restrictions
The air quality agency claims it’s not required to release staff discussions on policy issues. A public records expert disagrees.
Posted inBuena Park, Countywide, Fullerton, Top Stories, Transportation
State Says OC Cities Must Put Ambulance Contracts Out to Bid
State law requires Anaheim, Fullerton and Buena Park to bid out contracts that are now held exclusively by one firm. Some are worried that the process might attract shady operators.
Posted inCommunity Opinion, Countywide, Transportation
Community Editorial: The Dark Side of Eminent Domain
Even those of us who believe in the benefits of the resort area cannot help but feel just plain dirty as the details of this project come to light.
Posted inGovernment, Investigative, Top Stories
Campaign Watchdog: Response Times Key to Enforcement
While Shirley Grindle is optimistic about the FPPC enforcing local campaign finance laws, she also sees a potential flaw.
Posted inAnaheim
Superior Court Judge Postpones Anaheim Elections Lawsuit
The court will wait for a City Council vote on changes to the city’s election system before considering the complaint.
