New restrictions on lobbyists now are in effect in Anaheim, although enforcement of the law – known as the sunshine ordinance – will be largely self-reported.
Tag: George Urch
Posted inSanta Ana
Has Mayor Pulido Found a Way Around Santa Ana’s Campaign Money Laws?
In a departure from his past campaigns, Miguel Pulido is apparently depending entirely on independent groups to run his re-election. But there are questions about whether he’s playing by the rules.
Posted inCountywide, Santa Ana, Top Stories
Rancho Santiago Chancellor: Official Taking Gifts From Contractors Is ‘Good Networking’
While staying mum publicly, Rancho Santiago Community College District Chancellor Raul Rodriguez said in emails that he approves of a vice chancellor taking thousands of dollars in gifts from district contractors.
Posted inCountywide, Investigative, Santa Ana, Top Stories
Finance Expert Alleges Potential Securities Fraud by College District
John P. Johns is alleging that the Rancho Santiago Community College District likely violated laws by failing to properly account for $16 million in needed renovations at the now-shuttered Orange Education Center. A spokesman for the district calls the allegations baseless.
Posted inCountywide, Top Stories
Community College District Running Suspended Nonprofit
An organization that focusses on topics in international education, which is run by the staff at the Rancho Santiago Community College District, has been suspended since 2004 for failing to file tax returns.
Posted inIrvine
Video Derides Findings of Great Park Audit
A video produced by Gafcon, the San Diego-based firm targeted by forensic auditors examining the finances of Irvine’s Great Park, claims the auditors’ findings are false and/or misleading.
Posted inCountywide, Irvine, Top Stories
Audit of Great Park Spending Highlights Consultants’ Windfall
Auditors say their investigation was hamstrung by officials who refused to speak with them.
