In the aftermath of a public corruption scandal in Anaheim, some OC cities are increasing campaign contributions limits and making changes to their campaign finance rules.
Category: Stanton
Stanton is home to about 41,000 people. We cover the City Council’s votes, its budget, public safety and homelessness.
Posted inEconomy
A Look at What Cannabis Taxes Fund in Orange County
In an effort to boost finances, some city officials in Orange County rely on taxes collected from cannabis to help maintain community services, along with providing funding for enforcement as city officials wrestle with regulating the substance.
Posted inStanton
Will Stanton Switch to Publicly Funded Elections?
Officials in one of OC’s smallest cities are researching publicly funded elections in the aftermath of a public corruption scandal in nearby Anaheim – the county’s largest city.
Posted inStanton
Stanton Moves to Allow Cannabis Delivery Services
City officials are moving forward with the plan in hopes of generating more tax revenue for Stanton’s coffers.
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Stanton Extends Ban on New Smoke Shops in Crackdown on Flavored Tobacco
Stanton officials are extending a ban on smoke shops raising concerns about underage smoking amidst a recent state law barring flavored tobacco.
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Stanton Issues Moratorium on New Motels Over Prostitution, Drugs and Crime
In effort to protect public safety and decrease police calls, Stanton officials are putting a temporary moratorium on motels – which they say have become crime hot spots.
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Stanton Council Condemns Terrorism as OC Officials Weigh in on Palestine and Israel
Officials in Stanton are the latest in Orange County to take a stance on the bloodshed in Israel and Palestine that started over two months ago.
Posted inGovernment
Santa Ana Council Members to Take A Stance on Israel and Palestine Tonight
Officials in Santa Ana might become the first in Orange County to pass a resolution in support of a permanent ceasefire as more elected officials weigh in on Israel and Palestine.
Posted inPolitics & Elections
What Could Campaign Finance Reform Look Like in Two OC Cities?
Officials in at least two Orange County cities are debating making campaign finance reforms in the wake of the county’s recent public corruption scandal. Will it limit undue influence?
Posted inStanton
Stanton Restricts Pedestrian Activity Near Street Medians and Drive-Thrus
The new law comes after California decriminalized jaywalking. It prevents people from sitting or standing on street medians or drive-thru exits.
