The Holiday Skate Center in Orange has been operating over 50 years under a lease with the landowners who now want to achieve the “highest and best use” by seeking a rezoning from Commercial to Residential. To grant this request, the Orange City Council would be violating the City’s Vision for Orange 2030 goals and policies, including preserving successful commercial businesses and protecting recreational opportunities.
Author Archives: Shirley Grindle
Posted inCommunity Opinion
Grindle: Orange County, No Longer the “Dirty Tricks Capital of California”
A 10-year summary of the success rate of the Campaign Finance and Ethics Commission, including the difficulty incurred in getting the County Board of Supervisors to support such a Commission. Describes the Commission’s 100% success rate in attaining compliance with the county’s campaign rules, and discusses the inadequacy of the County’s “Hotline” system.
Posted inCommunity Opinion
Grindle: Is it Ethical for Anaheim Elected Officials to Accept Gifts From Those Who Are Seeking Approval of Their Projects?
Anaheim is attempting to restore public confidence after the Sidhu/Anaheim Stadium sale scandal. Although the public does not approve of their elected officials being wined and dined by those seeking approval of their projects, Anaheim has yet to put a stop to this corrupt practice by enacting a Gift Ban.
Posted inCommunity Opinion
Grindle: Time for New Leadership in the District Attorney’s Office
Longtime campaign finance watchdog Shirley Grindle writes about why she supports Todd Spitzer for Orange County District Attorney.
Posted inCommunity Opinion, Countywide
Grindle: Campaigning at County Expense
OC Campaign Watchdog, Shirley Grindle calls out Supervisor Andrew Do for using public funds for mass mailers that she views as self promotional campaign pieces. Do is running for re-election.
Posted inCommunity Opinion, Countywide
Grindle: Local Candidates Need to Respect Campaign Finance Rules
OC Campaign Finance Watchdog Shirley Grindle argues that local candidates for office – such as in this week’s North Orange County Community College District – need to respect campaign finance rules, noting that some candidates are failing to disclosure contributions.
