Criminal Probe Underway Into OC Fire Authority Event With Political Candidates
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The Sheriff’s Department is examining an event at the fire agency’s headquarters that triggered concerns about using government resources for political campaigning.
Rehab Homes in Unincorporated OC to Face New Rules
Orange County Board of Supervisors
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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.
John Wayne Airport: OC Rejects Requests to Back Up Promise of Capping Jet Space
John Wayne Airport
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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.
Proposed 200 Homes for Mentally Ill Homeless at Fairview Prompts Local Debate
Housing & Homelessness
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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.
Costa Mesa Mayoral Candidates Spar At Forum
Costa Mesa Mayor
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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.
Costa Mesa Opposes Homeless Shelter at Fairview Mental Facility
Housing & Homelessness
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The Costa Mesa City Council Wednesday unanimously adopted a resolution against turning the Fairview Developmental Center into a homeless shelter.
Costa Mesa Property Eyed as Site for Mental Health Service Center
Countywide
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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.
Firefighter at Center of Garden Grove Nepotism Scandal Filed Claim Against City
Garden Grove
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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 Councilwoman Requests Look at Bikeway and Walkability
Costa Mesa
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Costa Mesa could establish a committee to examine bikeways and walkability citywide, if council member approve a request by councilwoman Katrina Foley.
Costa Mesa Rivals Clash on Charter Ballot Proposal
Costa Mesa
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Councilman Jim Righeimer and Katrina Foley debate the issue that has polarized Costa Mesa.