What was supposed to be a special session of the Anaheim City
Council to reconsider a $158-million tax break instead became an
impromptu, angry town hall meeting.
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Facebook Roundup: Criticism of Anaheim Hotel Subsidy Rolls In
Voice of OC Facebook page is hopping with the debate over
whether Anaheim city leaders should have granted a $158-million tax
break to a hotel.
Gene Howard, Executive Director for Court-Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
Gene Howard’s entire career has been spent working in the area of child abuse and neglect. His first job out of college was as a live-in houseparent for emotionally disturbed […]
Michael Matsuda, Trustee for the North Orange County Community College District
Michael Matsuda is an award winning educator and administrator who currently oversees professional development for the Anaheim Union High School District. He is additionally on the board of trustees for […]
Environmentalists Hail, Fishermen Wary of Marine Protection Zones
Environmental groups call the new marine zones a milestone in
protecting ocean ecosystems, but many local fishermen question the
need for stringent regulation.
‘Never Ever Give Up’ Gets OC Community Foundation Grant
A local charity that makes care packages for children with
cancer and became a Facebook phenomenon is awarded $2,500.
For Now, County May Keep the Locks on Williams’ Door
Judge denies request by Public Administrator John Williams for
temporary restraining order and sets March 13 for a hearing on
whether Williams may keep his job.
OC Mental Health Director: Laura’s Law Off the Table in Orange County
County lawyers have advised that it’s illegal to use state funds
for fully implementing the law.
On the Agenda
Santa Ana will demand $950,000 in fees for a redevelopment
project, and Aliso Viejo will consider nearly doubling the cost of
two contracts.
Eric Altman, Executive Director for Orange County Communities Organized for Reponsible Development (OCCORD)
As the founding Executive Director of Orange County Communities Organized for Responsible Development (OCCORD), Eric designed the organization’s unique combination of community organizing, civic participation, policy research, and advocacy work. […]









