While a judge will still have to decide whether or not the details of the settlement agreement are made public, the $7 million settlement is moving ahead.
Monthly Archives: July 2023
Costa Mesa Leaders Consider Mandating Affordable Housing Developments
City council members are expected to consider mandating affordable housing at new housing developments throughout the city in an effort to combat the housing unaffordability crisis.
La Habra to Require Public Art in Large Development Projects
City staff say the art requirement could ensure the visibility of public art to every resident while countering larger building projects’ negative effects, such as noise, traffic, congestion and pollution.
Irvine Kills Negotiations With Live Nation, Wants Amphitheater to Generate City Revenue
City leaders considered having Live Nation run their proposed facility worth over $150 million for months, but they formally killed any chance of a deal Tuesday night and are looking for another operator.
Irvine Considers Funding $100 Million Great Park Amphitheater
Despite being a public facility, the proposed amphitheater would be managed by Live Nation, who would hang onto most of the revenue from the facility.
Recall of Santa Ana Council Member Over Rent Control, Policing Headed to Voters
A special election to unseat Councilmember Jessie Lopez may reshape the City Council’s direction on policing and rent control.
Does Mission Viejo Need Two Dozen New Pickleball Courts?
A four-level parking structure proposal in Mission Viejo could include 28 pickleball courts on the top floor, which could boost the overall cost.
Stockstill: Housing Problems in Orange County? It’s Deja Vu All Over Again
Housing supply, prices and availability–especially for people of modest means—dominates the news in Orange County and southern California.
Orange County Celebrates Islamic New Year
Portola Middle School playground in Orange was transformed this weekend for a night of celebration, welcoming the Muslim New Year.
Another OC City Considers Social Workers Instead of Cops to Respond to Homeless Calls
Fullerton joins a host of OC cities who are rethinking their approach to homelessness by using social workers instead of cops to respond to calls under a county funded program.

