The county supervisor asked CalOptima’s board to end its contract with Laer Pearce & Associates because of vague slander allegations.
Tag: Janet Nguyen
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CalOptima Rocked by Allegations
The board is grappling with having two members accused of conflicts of interest or violating California’s open meeting laws.
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Nguyen Wants CalOptima Public Relations Contract Terminated
The county supervisor argues that Laer Pearce & Associates has slandered her and should have their contract terminated at Thursday’s CalOptima board meeting.
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Interim County Auditor Abruptly Quits After Supervisors Delay Hiring Him
Shaun Skelly says supervisors’ delay in appointing him and new county retirement rules both played roles in his decision.
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Bustamante Sex Allegations Turned Over to District Attorney
District Attorney Tony Rackauckas’ office acknowledges receipt of a referral for investigation of sex harassment allegations against the Santa Ana city councilman and former high-ranking county executive.
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Sources: Bustamante Sex Case Botched by OC Officials
County supervisors are considering whether to refer allegations of sexual harassment against Carlos Bustamante, a former top county executive and current Santa Ana city councilman, to the district attorney.
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Supervisors Send CalOptima Charges to Grand Jury
An anonymous letter circulated last month made unsubstantiated conflict-of-interest claims against CalOptima’s board chairman.
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Supervisors Reject Moorlach Plan to Extend Term Limits
The board chairman fails in his bid for a ballot initiative that would have allowed supervisors to serve three terms.
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What’s the Story Behind CalOptima’s Brain Drain?
When CEO Richard Chambers announced his resignation this month, he became the sixth top executive to leave Orange County’s $1.4-billion healthcare provider in less than a year.
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Anonymous Letter Adds Another Twist to the CalOptima Drama
Letter accuses the board chairman and another board member of
improprieties. Both strongly deny the accusations.
