Orange County’s five supervisors run a $10.5 billion county government, from public health and jails to the unincorporated areas no city covers. We cover their votes, their budget and the decisions that reach every city.
Instead of eliminating positions, supervisors approve one-year
contract extension and an outsourcing study.
Officials say reducing the number of firefighters who serve the
airport would save $600,000. Firefighter union leaders say
passenger safety would be threatened.
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Supervisor John Moorlach says the county might adopt a law for
mentally ill street people that is “better” than current state
law.
“Turning Red Tape Into Red Carpet” recognizes 10 local
governments for innovative programs that spur private sector.
State Department of Finance director calls Orange County’s decision to keep $73 million in revenue “misguided” and “very likely illegal.”
County officials are taking a rare and aggressive tack by refusing to send property tax revenue that Gov. Brown took to balance the state budget.
Hospital association representative Julie Puentes argues that
checks are needed on the “heavy hand” of government.
County’s system for providing health care to the poor has been
the center of controversy.
While county Health Care Agency officials seek a hike in
ambulance rates, Supervisor John Moorlach calls for a complete
review of the 911 medical response system.
Vote follows revelations that former OCTA board member Peter
Buffa went to work for a Wall Street firm immediately after leaving
the board.
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