The realities created by permit parking programs could get some cities in trouble if they don’t ensure their programs are fair for all residents, whether they live in a house or an apartment.
Monthly Archives: February 2017
Posted inCountywide, Housing & Homelessness, Norberto Santana, Jr.
Santana: People Are The Future of Civics & News
Whether it’s ensuring thoughtful evacuation of riverbed homeless encampments or switching out fueling contracts at John Wayne Airport, Orange County residents are increasingly challenging their government to be accountable, often on the front pages of Voice of OC. National media leaders and foundations, looking for models of civic engagement, are looking to Orange County.
Posted inCommunity Opinion, Countywide
Sdao: It’s a Great Time to Be a Democrat in Orange County
Orange County’s Democratic Chairwoman Fran Sdao argues it’s a promising time for a progressive agenda in 2018. Democrats turned out in record numbers to vote last November. For the first time in 80 years the Democratic candidate for President won in Orange County. Frustrated Democrats are now turning out in record numbers to Democratic club meetings, State Party delegate elections and to meetings/events in their communities.
Posted inCommunity Opinion, Countywide
Whitaker: Republicans’ Path Toward Prosperity For Orange County
Orange County GOP Chairman Fred Whitaker notes Orange County’s impact from last year, such as helping re-elect Congressman Daryl Issa, and looks forward to 2018 to races such as the bid to re-elect State Senator Janet Nguyen.
Posted inTop Stories
Valley Fever Forces Juan Solis to Live His Life in the Shadows
The Bakersfield man contracted the respiratory disease in 2008, but it was misdiagnosed for so long that he developed complications, including skin cancer. These says Solis must avoid all contact with the sun as he fights for his life.
Posted inPress Releases
Orange County Agrees to Assist Homeless Individuals in Vacating the Santa Ana Riverbed
The following is a press release from an organization unaffiliated with Voice of OC. The views expressed here are not those of Voice of OC. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 17, […]
Posted inPress Releases
County Reaches Settlement Agreement in Lawsuit on Flood Control Channel Maintenance Project
The following is a press release from an organization unaffiliated with Voice of OC. The views expressed here are not those of Voice of OC. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Carrie […]
Posted inPress Releases
Head of County’s Community Resources Department Announces Retirement
The following is a press release from an organization unaffiliated with Voice of OC. The views expressed here are not those of Voice of OC. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Carrie […]
Posted inCountywide, Government, Orange, Top Stories, Transportation
Homeless Now Have Several Days to Move From Riverbank Per ACLU Settlement
The settlement agreement extends the deadline to next Thursday for people to leave an encampment on the eastern banks of the river from Orangewood Ave. to just south of the 22 freeway.
Posted inGovernment, Investigative, Top Stories, Transportation
Supervisors Delay Airport Contract Amid Accusations They Violated Bidding Rules
The delay comes as the firm that county officials ranked highest among bidders for the contract is seeking a federal investigation into supervisors’ decision to award the contract to the fifth-ranked firm.
