This will be the first formal discussion Surf City leaders have had on the issue since residents got their first look at the controversial settlement agreement. It comes as state auditors are examining the settlement.
Tag: Huntington Beach City Council
Posted inState
California Coastal Commission Could Upend Huntington Beach Air Show
With less than three months to go, the air show’s operators haven’t gotten sign offs from state agencies to host the event they’re already selling tickets for.
Posted inGovernment
Huntington Beach Residents Sound Off on Airshow Settlement
Surf City residents got their first chance to weigh in on the air show settlement and question city leaders on how the deal got made.
Posted inNorberto Santana Jr.
Santana: HB Airshow Settlement Release Shows The Power of Public Records Focusing Debates
A successful public records lawsuit from a local school board member in HB tonight will allow residents to really debate the value of the local air show.
Posted inEconomy
How Did a Huntington Beach Air Show Become Embroiled in Controversy and Politics?
Recently released settlement documents show a majority of Surf City council members gave up thousands of parking spots and waived numerous fees in what critics call a politically motivated bad deal.
Posted inHousing & Homelessness
Huntington Beach Voters Might Get Final Say in Major Public Developments
The city council majority moved ahead with asking voters if they want the power to approve new construction in the city.
Posted inTop Stories
Huntington Beach Library Privatization Efforts Fizzle Out After Public Pushback
Surf City is moving away from outsourcing the city library system management after the lone bidder withdrew its bid at the 11th hour and council members said residents are against the idea.
Posted inALL TOP STORIES
Surf City’s Move to Privatize Public Libraries Falls Apart at 11th Hour
Huntington Beach City Council members were set to discuss turning library management over to a private company at their meeting Tuesday, but the final bidder dropped out of the running Monday.
Posted inHuntington Beach
Huntington Beach Threatens CA Auditor With Lawsuit Over Airshow Settlement Probe
Officials claim since Surf City is governed by a charter, the California Auditor doesn’t have jurisdiction to conduct a probe into their secret $5.4 million airshow settlement. A superior court judge recently tossed a similar claim in the city’s housing lawsuit.
Posted inGovernment
Huntington Beach City Council Looks to Rename Street After Major Campaign Donor
The discussion centers on Ed Laird, a long time business owner and volunteer in the city who’s also donated over $10,000 to current city council members.
