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High-Speed Rail: New Plan, New Optimism, but More Money
A new business plan raises the projected cost to $98.5 billion,
more than twice the previous estimate. Brown calls the plan
“solid.”
Mercy House Keeps Contract to Run County’s Two Homeless Shelters
The Santa Ana-based charity, which has operated the shelters
since 2008, was the only bidder.
On The Agenda
More outsourcing in Costa Mesa and labor negotiations in Santa
Ana top this week’s public meeting agendas.
Santa Ana Deficit Forces Hard Look at Fire Department
The city must make large cuts to public safety if it wants to
remain solvent, but reducing costs at the fire department could
prove difficult.
Where Are CalOptima Complaints?
Supervisor Janet Nguyen said complaints spurred her to propose
changes to the CalOptima board. Yet records show only five in four
months.
With Winter Approaching, Cupboards Are Bare at County’s Food Banks
Official says the greatly increased need “is a new experience
for Orange County.”
OC Marathon Gets Long-Term Deal With County Fairgrounds
Five-year, $500,000 deal comes after contentious debate. Swap
meet operator also could be headed toward a long-term deal instead
of lease termination.
State Supreme Court Rejects Republican Redistricting Lawsuit
GOP officials sought to invalidate new California districts that
they say favor Democrats.
OCTA Will Reduce Holiday Fares and Continue Plans to Eliminate Routes
Half-off fares start in mid-November. Details of pending route
reductions will come early next year.









