The raise was supposed to be discussed last week, but was delayed until election night for staff to polish up the final language after the union donated over $30,000 to council members.
Category: Irvine
Irvine, home to UC Irvine and the Great Park, has about 318,000 residents. We cover the City Council’s votes, its budget, the Great Park and development.
Posted inPolitics & Elections
Is the FBI Still Investigating in Irvine?
While city council candidate Kathleen Treseder came out months ago accusing Mayor Farrah Khan and her consultants of corruption, she says the FBI is following up on it.
Posted inGovernment
Irvine Boosts Hotel Housekeeper Protections Following Safety Concerns From Workers
The new rules require hotel workers be issued a panic button and limit the amount of rooms they can clean per shift.
Posted inWater, Power & Waste
Is The Controversial CEO of Orange County’s Green Power Agency On The Way Out?
The board has been debating both in public and behind closed doors on whether to fire their CEO for nearly six months. He could be canned right before the election.
Posted inIrvine
Housekeepers’ Hellish Hotel Horrors: Could A Proposed Irvine Ordinance Protect Maids?
Maids in Irvine hope a potential new citywide ordinance will offer them better protection, pay and working conditions as they deal with harassment from guests.
Posted inCosta Mesa
Voters in Costa Mesa, Irvine, Dana Point and Much of South OC Are Picking a New County Rep. What Do the Candidates Say?
We asked the candidates key questions about transparency, coastal erosion, toll roads and human rights. One responded.
Posted inGovernment
Does Orange County’s Fire Headquarters Need 24/7 Armed Cops?
A request for armed sheriff officers was rejected by county supervisors, who cited a lack of threats.
Posted inPolitics & Elections
OC Democrats Question Whether Irvine Mayor Leaked Controversial Texts from Congresswoman Katie Porter
A Voice of OC review reveals inconsistencies between Khan’s public statements and city records regarding texts between the two officials.
Posted inPolitics & Elections
How Irvine Council Candidates Answer Questions on Great Park, Traffic and Clean Energy
How the people vying to lead Irvine say they would handle public safety, traffic, development projects, transparency and housing affordability.
Posted inGovernment
Irvine Set To Remove Great Park Spending Limits in New Development Deal
The new plan would open up over $650 million for city leaders to spend on any projects they want in the Great Park.
