OC Blog News Roundup - Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Posted by: Jubal | 07/16/2008 6:50 AM
Editorial: Give Taxpayers A Say On Pension Boosts (OCR)
Moorlach to propose a ballot measure requiring voter approval of benefit increases
Pension Hikes For OC Workers Should Get Voters' OK, Supervisor Says (LAT and OCR)
With the county's pension system $2.7 billion underfunded, Moorlach wants to get his proposal on the November ballot.
Congressman Has Financial Stake In OC Tollway (OCR)
Rep. Gary Miller has an investment in Foothill/Eastern bonds. He says that's not why he supports the tollway extension.
Seal Beach Council Gives OK To Pier Rehabilitation (OCR)
Boat launch repairs finished, city to work on replacing planks and restoring lighting and benches this fall.
Westminster Considers New Police, Parking Facilities (OCR)
Residents are invited to a meeting Wednesday night to discuss the amendment to the city revitalization plan.
Gordon Dillow: No Welcome Sign From OC To LA (OCR)
Should we welcome snobs and low-lifes from LA County?
Anaheim Commissioner's Alcohol Permit OK'd (OCR)
Police initially opposed convenience store project, but planning commissioners added stipulations.
St. Boniface Seeking Classmates From '59 To Honor Ex-Principal (OCR)
Former eighth-grade classmates, now in their early 60s, will celebrate their former principal, about to turn 80.
UCI Raises Record $130 Million In Past Year (OCR)
The fundraising breaks the school's previous record of $120.1 million raised during the prior year.
Frank Mickadeit: Home For Abused Kids Overcame Nasty Neighbors (OCR)
Frank on the Eli Home's 25th anniversary.
Fill 'Er Up At Home...And For $2 A Gallon (OCR)
Smog regulators offer cash to install natural gas refueling stations.
Buyers See Discounts Of $250,000 Or More On Foreclosed Homes (OCR)
But the homes come with a few headaches. Be ready to fix them up, buyers report.
Newport Beach Streets Get Face-Lift (DP)
A number of streets in Newport Beach are getting a makeover this summer at a price of more than $6 million.
Foley Files For Another Term (OCR)
Costa Mesa City Councilwoman Katrina Foley has taken out paperwork to run for reelection this year
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