After more than six years of holding the powerful accountable in Orange County, Adam Elmahrek is leaving for the Los Angeles Times.
Tag: Bill O’Connell
Posted inAnaheim, Countywide, Top Stories
Disneyland Asking for Largest Hotel Tax Subsidy in Anaheim History
The mega resort is asking for a subsidy worth well over $200 million from the city to build a new luxury hotel. Anaheim’s mayor called the request “insane.”
Posted inCountywide, Government, Health & Wellness, Housing & Homelessness, Top Stories
Elected Officials Criticize Federal Cuts to Local Homeless Programs
The U.S. government is changing how it funds homeless programs — shifting emphasis from transitional housing to longer-term housing. But local electeds say the feds are moving too fast and will force vulnerable families onto the streets.
Posted inAnaheim, Countywide, Investigative, Top Stories
Questions Surround Ex-Anaheim Councilwoman’s Dinner With Developer
Emails reveal that GardenWalk hotels developer Bill O’Connell bought dinner for former Councilwoman Gail Eastman and her family the night she stepped off the council. But the dinner doesn’t show up on her disclosure form.
Posted inAnaheim
Anaheim Council Majority Denies Mayor’s Request to Restore Pay for Aide
In 2012, the council majority cut the budget for Mayor Tom Tait’s aide, a move widely seen as retaliation for his opposition to tax subsidies for politically connected businesses.
Posted inAnaheim
Experts: Anaheim’s Convention Center Gamble Sure to Fail
The Anaheim City Council is set to approve a plan to borrow $200 million against its general fund for a convention center expansion. Economists say predicted revenue to pay the debt won’t materialize.
Posted inAnaheim, Norberto Santana Jr.
Anaheim Hotelier’s Contribution to Sidhu Was Illegal, DA Says
An investigation found that Bill O’Connell broke the law with a $1,700 contribution to the former councilman’s campaign for county supervisor.
Posted inAnaheim, Countywide, Top Stories
Why Is Anaheim Talking Settlement in Voting Rights Case?
It could be related to a court ruling in Palmdale and embarrassing revelations in the discovery process, sources say.
Posted inAnaheim, Countywide, Top Stories
The Story Behind Councilwoman Kring’s Recent Flip-Flops
The Anaheim councilwoman changed her position on a controversial hotel tax subsidy, civilian oversight of police, and district elections amid fundraisers and campaign contributions.
Posted inAnaheim
Pringle Applies For Anaheim Charter Review Commission
The former mayor and current lobbyist has applied for a commission that will make recommendations on how the city should be governed.
