The county’s neediest will receive fewer services and pay more
for those they do get if governor’s budget proposal becomes
reality.
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New Supervisor, Old Outrage
Like others before him, Shawn Nelson is angry over money spent
on the Sheriff Department’s work for a charity that sends kids to
Disneyland.
Coalition Aims to Bring More and Better Food to the Hungry
Impressive networks already exist to feed those in need. But
collecting and distributing healthful, locally grown food is a
major challenge.
Still No Healthy Debate on Airport Concessions
Nary a word was spoken about the nutritional value of food at
John Wayne Airport as supervisors approve lucrative concession
contract.
County CEO: ‘Bigger Fish to Fry’ Than Executive Pay Giveback
Mauk again defends the elimination of a 5 percent cut for county
executives and supervisors.
It Will Be Awhile Before Clear Picture of Brown’s Budget Emerges
State will ponder the role and costs of government well into a
June special election.
Great Park Building Plans Raise Both Hopes and Questions
Developer says “hundreds of millions” in tax increment revenue
will flow to the park and the Irvine Unified School District. But
district officials still worry that it won’t be enough for needed
new schools.
County Supervisors Are Split on Pay Cut Sunset
Supervisor John Moorlach agrees with CEO that they should get
cuts back. Supervisors Shawn Nelson and Pat Bates say the cuts
should stay in place.
Was Payout to Santa Ana City Attorney an Illegal Gift of Public Funds?
Supervisor John Moorlach says yes, and cites an argument in the
county’s retroactive pension lawsuit. Other experts say no.
Healthy Choices Left Out of Airport Concession Debate
Supervisors set to decide who gets the John Wayne Airport food
services contract. Talk so far has centered more on money than the
quality of the food.








