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Waste Management

Santa Ana’s Lucrative Trash Contract Has Been Extended For 22 Years Without Competition

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By Nick Gerda | December 19, 2017

The city is also charging residents millions of dollars in fees on trash bills and transferring it to the city general fund, which pays for police and other services. Councilwoman Michele Martinez said that violates state law.

Is Santa Ana Illegally Overcharging for Trash Collection?

By Nick Gerda | June 27, 2017

New concerns are being raised about whether the city has been illegally overcharging residents and businesses for trash collection and using the money for other services like police, firefighting, and parks.

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In La Habra tonight, officials will discuss using $17,100 out of the general fund to pay for water costs and stipend increases for planning and community service commissioners. Council meets at 6:30 p.m. Background: https://t.co/vQEhAFnOT3 Meeting: https://t.co/w9paUENOay

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In Huntington Beach tonight, officials will consider appointing David Segura as Huntington Beach Fire Interim Fire Chief, after he left the position for retirement earlier this year. Council meets at 6 p.m. Background: https://t.co/i5zDVkAC81 Meeting: https://t.co/OD1gvNKlYm

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