The decision comes after Mayer Hoffman McCann agreed to a $300,000 fine over charges that it mishandled its reviews of the city of Bell.
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CM Budget: Layoffs and More Spending on Infrastructure
Costa Mesa will double its spending on roads, alleys and parks to more than $20 million and layoff four workers.
Costa Mesa Council OKs First Round of City Outsourcing
Leaders take a step toward privatization, though a court order means the move is, for now, largely symbolic.
Despite Breaking the Rules, Target Store Granted Later Hours
Over the objections of neighboring homeowners, the Costa Mesa City Council Tuesday granted the store permission to stay open an extra hour.
Costa Mesa Council Cancels Firefighters’ Layoff Notices
More than 40 percent of the city’s pink slips are lifted after officials determined they could save more money by restructuring the fire service.
Costa Mesa Request to Put Charter on June Ballot Denied
Superior Court judge rejects city’s argument that the charter vote should move forward despite missed filing deadline.
Costa Mesa Brown Act Allegations ‘Under Consideration’
The city sent a letter to the resident who lodged a complaint after a lobbyist’s presentation on the city’s proposed charter.
Lobbying Exec’s Talk Raises Brown Act Issues in Costa Mesa
A 10-minute presentation by a construction industry representative in favor of the proposed charter might be a violation of both the Brown Act and First Amendment, expert says.
A Year After Suicide, Costa Mesa Still Unsettled
Huy Pham’s death was a tragic turning point in the city’s outsourcing battle that still seems a long way from being resolved.
Eric Bever Appointed Mayor of Costa Mesa
Often absent councilman gets unanimous approval from his colleagues to replace Gary Monahan, who resigned unexpectedly from his post last week.









