The chamber hired the chamber president’s father; a political operative; and two members of its board of directors.
Tag: Tracy Westen
Posted inCountywide, Santa Ana, Top Stories, Transportation
Santa Ana Mayor’s Property Swap Raises Questions
Mayor’s family bought a house in Westminster for less than half fair market value from a city vendor, who then received a $1.35-million city contract.
Posted inAnaheim, Countywide, Top Stories
The Story Behind Councilwoman Kring’s Recent Flip-Flops
The Anaheim councilwoman changed her position on a controversial hotel tax subsidy, civilian oversight of police, and district elections amid fundraisers and campaign contributions.
Posted inPlacentia
Placentia City Hall Chided for Lobbyist’s Role in Billboard Deal
The consultant who helped the city shape the bidding process was in fact a lobbyist paid by the company poised to win the bid.
Posted inAnaheim, Countywide, Top Stories
Pringle Withdraws From Anaheim’s Charter Committee
The lobbyist and former mayor departs after a call from Mayor Tom Tait that committee members disclose economic interests.
Posted inGarden Grove
Garden Grove Set to Pass a Budget With Few Details
Unlike most Orange County cities, Garden Grove does not provide a line-item budget for the public to review before the spending plan is adopted.
Posted inAnaheim, Countywide, Investigative, Top Stories
Questions Surround Picks for Anaheim Charter Review Panel
In a Facebook post, Jose Solorio criticizes the all-white City Council for appointing only white people to the committee. Meanwhile, Mayor Tom Tait and a good-government expert say committee members should file public statements of economic interest.
Posted inGarden Grove
Garden Grove Gives Public Scant Look at Budget Process
Many cities hold several study sessions during budget season, but Garden Grove gives its residents just five days to review its plan.
Posted inSanta Ana
Big Payout to Retiring Santa Ana Police Executive
An inspector received a $185,000 cash payout, partially by accumulating 1,000 hours more than the vacation accrual limit.
Posted inPolitics & Elections
Well-Funded Groups Play ‘Shell Game’ With Political Ads
Dozens of political groups face fines each election cycle for illegally hiding their contributors, records show. Campaign watchdogs say the penalties are so low that some see it as simply a cost of doing business.
