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A federal judge warns Costa Mesa and Orange County officials on Monday that they face “an uphill battle” in their fight to block state and federal agencies from sending California Coronavirus patients to Fairview Developmental Center to sit out the virus.
The Sheriff’s Department is examining an event at the fire agency’s headquarters that triggered concerns about using government resources for political campaigning.
Operators will have to apply for permits from the county, be at least 650 feet from other drug and alcohol recovery facilities and have no more than six residents.
County supervisors declined a series of requests by nearby residents, mayors and small plane owners seeking to preserve the existing mix of aircraft. The public will be able to review and comment on the proposed mix of hangar space before it’s approved, supervisors said.
Some officials praised the proposal, while others first want a “comprehensive plan” for the full property that could include a university extension site, student housing, a mental health campus, and market-rate housing.
Two former political allies-turned-foes running for Costa Mesa mayor, Sandy Genis and Katrina Foley, sparred at a political debate Monday evening, where moderators pressed the councilwomen to explain a late-night vote last year when Genis and two other council members stripped Foley of her title as mayor.
The Costa Mesa City Council Wednesday unanimously adopted a resolution against turning the Fairview Developmental Center into a homeless shelter.
The state may shutter a 114-acre property that currently houses developmentally disabled adults. Homeless advocates, and a state senator, say the property should be re-purposed as a center for homeless people and others who need temporary housing and mental health services.
Jeremy Broadwater, son of former Mayor Bruce Broadwater, is seeking $1 million in damages for what he claims was retaliation and harassment following his hiring in 2013.
Costa Mesa could establish a committee to examine bikeways and walkability citywide, if council member approve a request by councilwoman Katrina Foley.