Shawn Nelson, whose district includes Anaheim where the bullet trains might stop, says only consultants and other “roadies” stand to benefit from the $68-billion program.
Tag: Jerry Brown
Posted inAnaheim, Economy, Government, Investigative, Top Stories, Transportation
Anaheim Back in Mix for First Phase of High-Speed Rail
The rail authority reversed a decision that would have excluded an Anaheim stop from the first part of the project.
Posted inCountywide, Economy, Top Stories, Transportation
Lucy Dunn Reappointed to Transportation Commission
OC Business Council leader has been on the commission since 2008.
Posted inGovernment, Investigative, Top Stories
County to Re-Up With Firm Responsible for $48-Million Oops
The firm, Platinum Advisors, had overlooked legislative changes that enabled Gov. Jerry Brown to grab $48 million in tax dollars from Orange County.
Posted inIrvine
Great Park Budget Cuts Target Controversial Consultants
The park’s board approves a fiscal 2012-13 budget that includes significant cuts to no-bid contractors, including public relations firm Forde & Mollrich.
Posted inIrvine
Controversial Great Park Contract on Chopping Block
The Great Park Board of Directors will consider a park budget that would slash a $100,000-per-month contract for the public relations firm Forde & Mollrich.
Posted inSanta Ana
Santa Ana Steps Back From the Brink
Interim City Manager Paul Walters says the city, facing possible bankruptcy a few months ago, could have a balanced budget for the coming fiscal year — maybe even a little extra.
Posted inCommunity Opinion, Countywide, Safety, Security & Justice
Community Editorial: County Government Needs to Step Up
Voice of OC’s newest Community Editorial Board member, Dr. Fred Smoller, says the county should have greater role as a service provider.
Posted inCosta Mesa
Reconstituted OC Fair Board Wants Attorney General Back
The state attorney general’s office dropped the Fair Board as a client in 2009 during the ultimately unsuccessful attempt to sell the fairground.
Posted inCosta Mesa, Government, Top Stories
Governor Appoints Two New Members to OC Fair Board
A Republican businessman and a Democratic lawyer are selected as part of the effort to reshape the board.
