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.
Category: ALL TOP STORIES
All of the local news you can’t miss on what’s happening in Orange County today across all of the topics we cover.
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.
Behind the Battle Over CalOptima
Orange County Supervisor Janet Nguyen wants to significantly
change the county’s healthcare delivery system for the poor. Others
say she is trying to fix something that isn’t broken.
HB Farmers Market Brings Good Food to Tough Neighborhood
HB Mercado Certified Farmer’s Market wants to make sure a
low-income community has access to fresh produce.
On The Agenda
Topping this week’s public meeting agendas is $50,000 in funding
for the Orange County Tourism Council to enhance its website.
OC’s Costs to Comply With Laura’s Law Much Higher Than San Diego’s
Health officials in San Diego County say they could handle five
times as many severely mentally ill at one-third the cost.









