In another successful effort to rollback the policies of their Democratic predecessors, Irvine’s Republican council majority did away with a requirement that city contractors pay a so-called living wage to their employees.
Yearly Archives: 2015
Posted inCountywide, Economy, Investigative, Santa Ana, Top Stories
DA Raises ‘Tax Fraud’ as Another Potential Issue in Pulido Case
While the DA’s office has officially cleared Santa Ana Mayor Miguel Pulido of criminal conflict of interest relating to his property swap with a city contractor, prosecutors have asked state officials to investigate whether he committed tax fraud.
Posted inCountywide, Investigative, Norberto Santana Jr.
Santana: Animals Remain Low on OC Supervisors’ Priority Lists
Amidst video game violence summits, sea lion legislation, judicial recalls, Voice of OC Publisher Norberto Santana Jr. notes recent grand jury report on county animal shelter is a stark reminder to electeds to stay focused on the job at hand.
Posted inGovernment, Investigative, Santa Ana, Top Stories
DA Clears Pulido of Criminal Wrongdoing
The Orange County District Attorney’s office late Friday afternoon cleared Santa Ana Mayor Miguel Pulido of crimes committed in his property swap with a city contractor, saying that the $13,000 in fines issued by the state’s political watchdog is the appropriate penalty.
Posted inCountywide, Inside the Newsroom, News Briefs
Voice of OC Podcast: The Art of the Stonewall
In the first episode of our new podcast, we talk with the editor of Cal State Fullerton’s student newspaper about his run-ins with the university’s media relations department. We also discuss tactics used by other government flacks.
Posted inCountywide, Government, Health & Wellness, Investigative, Top Stories
Grand Jury Again Slams County for Deplorable Conditions at Animal Shelter
The panel issued a scathing report, saying the county’s leadership has allowed the 74-year-old structure to fall into a state of “utter disrepair,” with the health of animals and people being put at risk.
Posted inCountywide, Health & Wellness, Irvine, Safety, Security & Justice, Top Stories
Buried Report Shows Irvine Would Save Big by Leaving Fire Authority
City could save more than $14 million annually by starting its own fire department, according to independent study completed six months ago. But such a move would have far-reaching implications.
Posted inCountywide, Santa Ana, Top Stories
Santa Ana Council Takes Another Step Toward Wellness District
Council votes to draft a proposal that calls for a series of city policies aimed at preserving the downtown as a center for Latino commerce, by promoting community wellness and supporting local vendors.
Posted inGovernment, Top Stories
County Officials Remain Mum on Details of Xerox Cost Overruns
As costs for a massive technology upgrade project continue to spiral, officials still have not released breakdowns of what’s being spent.
Posted inCountywide, Government, News Briefs, Santa Ana, Top Stories
Santa Ana Mayor Honors Retiring Labor Leader
Mayor Miguel Pulido Tuesday recognized OCEA General Manager Nick Berardino, who is stepping down in August after a 37-year career at the union.
