Citizen watchdog says supervisors would be breaking the law if
they stripped Williams of his public guardian duties but still paid
him his full salary.
Category: Norberto Santana, Jr.
Supervisors Considering Ouster of Another High-Level County Official
Controversial Public Guardian/Administrator John Williams is
negotiating for his political survival against one-time allies on
the Orange County Board of Supervisors.
So How Much is the OC Fairgrounds Really Worth?
The Schwarzenegger Administration was willing to sell it for
$100 million. That price has been called the “steal of the century”
and activists want to see the property’s appraisal.
Lobby Reform Passes
Board unanimously passes ordinance that would require lobbyists
who are paid more than $500 to register with the county on an
annual basis.
Appellate Court Rejects Orange County’s Retroactive Pension Case
Court issues decision a week after hearing arguments. Next stop
would be the state Supreme Court.
Memo: Stark Realities for Great Park Without Redevelopment
A memo released by Irvine on Thursday outlines the stark
financial consequences in store for the park if Gov. Jerry Brown’s
plan to eliminate redevelopment agencies statewide goes
through.
Each Side of Fairgrounds Case Says Brown Delay Works for Them
Governor wants all legal proceedings on the proposed sale
delayed for another month while he decides whether it makes sense
for California. Both sides say the delay is good for them.
Schwarzenegger Retreats From Controversial Fairgrounds Meeting
New Year’s Day meeting to transfer title of the Orange County
Fairgrounds cancelled after “consultation with Attorney General.”
This means that the iconic property will likely stay in public
hands.
Santa Ana Investigating Harrah’s Santora Signs
Signs fastened to facade of historic downtown building might be
there illegally.
Superior Court Judge Denies Request to Halt Fairgrounds Sale
Firm seeking to purchase the 150-acre property declares victory
while vendors and activists vow to win at the appellate level.



