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The entire Santa Ana City Council has endorsed Bruce Bauer for the SAUSD School Board

Posted on October 6, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in 2016 Elections, Bruce T. Bauer, Education, Politics, Santa Ana, SAUSD Leave a comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Bruce Bauer, 949-293-5311, bruce@bauer4sausd.com

SANTA ANA CITY COUNCILMEMBERS UNANIMOUSLY ENDORSE BRUCE BAUER FOR SANTA ANA SCHOOL BOARD

Santa Ana, CA – The Councilmembers of the City of Santa Ana have unanimously endorsed Bruce Bauer in the race for the Santa Ana Unified School District Board. Bruce Bauer is currently the Vice-Chair of the City of Santa Ana Planning Commission.

The City of Santa Ana City Council is composed of six members who are elected on a City-wide basis: Continue reading→

Supervisor Do is hosting a Town Hall meeting on Homelessness on 10/15

Posted on October 6, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in Andrew Do, homeless, Orange County, Politics, Santa Ana Leave a comment

Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do is hosting a Town Hall meeting on Oct. 15, 2016 about Homelessness, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the County of Orange, located at 333 W. Santa Ana Blvd., in Santa Ana.

In the past year, Orange County has taken major steps to help the homeless and end the cycle of poverty:

• Appointed a New Homeless Czar to Cut Red Tape
• Supported Housing Assistance for Homeless Veterans
• Opened an Emergency Shelter in Santa Ana
• Improved Patient Access to Mental Health Programs
• Broke Ground on the County’s First Year-Round Shelter Continue reading→

Civil rights leader Sylvia Mendez endorses Lou Correa for Congress

Posted on October 5, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in 2016 Elections, Democratic Party, Lou Correa, Politics, Santa Ana Leave a comment

For Immediate Release: October 4, 2016

Contact: Nina Tognazzini, (949) 933-7533, Shallman Communications

PROMINENT CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER STANDS WITH LOU CORREA

Congressional Candidate for CA-46, Lou Correa, Earns the Support of Respected Orange County Civil Rights Pioneer Sylvia Mendez

Santa Ana, CA — Following several critical endorsements from the Communication Workers of America, Laborers Local 652, and the California Democratic Party, today, former State Senator Lou Correa was officially endorsed by Sylvia Mendez, the Civil Rights leader who fought against racial segregation in Orange County schools in the 1940s.

In response to the endorsement, former State Senator Lou Correa released the following statement: Continue reading→

Sarmiento praised Measure PP and voted to place the Council pay raise measure on the ballot

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in 2016 Elections, Civic Affairs, David Benavides, Politics, Roman Reyna, Santa Ana, Vince Sarmiento 2 Comments

Vincent Sarmiento

Santa Ana Mayor Pro Tem Vince Sarmiento, in typical fashion, now wants us to believe that he is opposed to the ridiculous Measure PP – the lame ballot measure that is designed to give the Santa Ana City Council Members a 700% raise. The measure was born out of a desire by the Council majority to help Council Member Roman Reyna pay his bills, as he can’t hold a steady job. And as a high school dropout with no discernible skills, Reyna can’t find a good job to begin with.

The problem with Sarmiento’s flip-flopping is that we have a public record to turn to – the minutes of the July 5, 2016 City Council meeting where Sarmiento not only voted to place Measure PP on the ballot – he also praised the measure.

Here is the city’s transcript of what Sarmiento said and did at the July 5 meeting: Continue reading→

RSCCD Trustee candidate Schauer endorsed by two education associations

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in 2016 Elections, Education, Labor, Matthew Schauer, Orange County, Politics, Santa Ana Leave a comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 3, 2016

Contact: Matt Schauer, (714) 486-9037

Matthew Schauer Endorsed By Coalition of Organizations In Race For Rancho Santiago Community College District

Santa Ana, CA –Candidate for Rancho Santiago Community College District, Trustee Area 1, Matthew Schauer, has earned the endorsement from both the Faculty Association of the Rancho Santiago Community College District and the California School Employees Association 579. Schauer is the only candidate running in Trustee Area 1 with support from multiple education associations.

“To be endorsed by the people who are the backbone of the district is more important to me than seeking the endorsements of career politicians,” Schauer said. “I look forward to being a representative of the community when on the board and helping to bring needed reform to the district.” Continue reading→

Why are the Rancho Santiago Community College Trustees still supporting their bad deal with Saudi Arabia?

Posted on October 2, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in 2016 Elections, Arianna Barrios, Cecilia Aguinaga, Claudia Alvarez, Education, Politics, Santa Ana, Thomas Gordon, Tony Tapia, Zeke Hernandez Leave a comment

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Why in the world would the Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) get involved in a consulting contract to help run two technical schools in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia? It is a crazy idea – and it is wrong on so many levels. Yet the scheme, which was hatched by the RSCCD Foundation, is moving forward – but not as was expected.

The potential profit from the deal has also been reduced from $8 million to $2 million after negotiations with Saudi Arabian officials finished, according to the Santa Ana College Newspaper, El Don. Continue reading→

SAUSD School Board candidates forum set for Oct. 6 at Latino Health Access

Posted on October 1, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in 2016 Elections, Education, Politics, Santa Ana, SAUSD 4 Comments

The Santa Ana Unified School District Board of Education candidates will be appearing at a candidates forum on Oct. 6, 2016, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Latino Health Access, located at 450 W 4th St., in Santa Ana.

Learn how they will:

– Invest in youth
– Use local control and accountability plan (LCAP) funds
– Improve school climate
– Support restorative justice Continue reading→

The Democratic Foundation of O.C. has endorsed Bruce Bauer for the SAUSD School Board

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in Bruce T. Bauer, Democratic Party, Education, Politics, Santa Ana, SAUSD Leave a comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Bruce Bauer, 949-293-5311, bruce@bauer4sausd.com

THE DEMOCRATIC FOUNDATION OF ORANGE COUNTY ENDORSES BRUCE BAUER FOR SANTA ANA SCHOOL BOARD

Santa Ana, CA – The Democratic Foundation of Orange County has endorsed Bruce Bauer in the race for the Santa Ana Unified School District Board. Bruce Bauer currently the Vice-Chair of the City of Santa Ana Planning Commission.

Founded in 1983, the DFOC is comprised of a broad coalition of professional, business, labor, environmental, civil rights and political leaders who are dedicated to developing the financial resources to support an effective Democratic presence in Orange County. The DFOC is known for sponsoring high-profile events to increase the visibility of Democrats and Democratic ideas. In addition, the DFOC provides a forum to develop and discuss political and public policy issues of local and national importance. Continue reading→

Steven Nguyen endorsed for the RSCCD Board by three State Assembly Members

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in 2016 Elections, Education, Politics, Republican Party, Santa Ana, Steven Nguyen Leave a comment

For Immediate Release: Date: 9/27/16

Contact: Scott Hart, (949) 230-6998

ASSEMBLY MEMBERS YOUNG KIM, MATT HARPER AND TRAVIS ALLEN ENDORSE STEVEN A. NGUYEN FOR RANCHO SANTIAGO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT AREA 5

Santa Ana (CA)— Steven Nguyen, candidate for Rancho Santiago Community College District Area 5, announced today that he has been endorsed by Assembly Members Young Kim, Matt Harper and Travis Allen.

“I am proud to endorse Steven A. Nguyen in his race for Rancho Santiago Community College District,” said Assemblywoman Kim. “He has demonstrated his commitment to Santa Ana over the years and continually works to bring the community together. Steven has the vision to serve the RSCCD Board and Students.” Continue reading→

Campaign fundraiser for mayoral challenger Benjamin Vazquez set for Oct. 5

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in 2016 Elections, Alfredo Amezcua, Benjamin Vazquez, Luis Mier, Miguel Pulido, Politics, Sal Tinajero, Santa Ana, Valerie Amezcua 5 Comments

Perhaps the biggest knock on Santa Ana Mayoral challenger Benjamin Vazquez, besides his aggressively liberal politics, is the doubt that he can raise enough money to seriously contend against longtime Santa Ana Mayor Miguel Pulido. Vazquez is attempting to answer that doubt with a campaign fundraiser set for Oct. 5, 2016, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Robbins Nest, located at 207 W. 2nd St., in DTSA.

The Vazquez fundraiser is hosted by SAUSD Trustee Valerie Amezcua and her dad, former Mayoral candidate Alfredo Amezcua, a criminal defense attorney who regularly defends Santa Ana gangbangers in court; as well as Dr. Arturo Lomeli, a Dentist; Eddie Quillares (a local insurance agent); Luis Mier (a local bail bondsman); and Santa Ana City Councilman Sal Tinajero. Continue reading→

Body cameras and police hiring to be discussed at the Santa Ana Public Safety meeting on 9/27

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in Crime, Politics, Public Safety, Santa Ana 1 Comment

PUBLIC SAFETY AND NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT SPECIAL MEETING

September 27, 2016, 4:30 P.M.

City Hall Ross Annex, Conference Room 1600, 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California

AGENDA ITEMS

1. Approval of Minutes of the 2-22-16 Meeting

2. City Surplus Budget Review (Surplus Budget Presentation) – Francisco Gutierrez, Exec. Director, Finance and Management Services Agency {Strategic Plan Goal No. 4, 3b and 3c} Continue reading→

Supervisor Do wants to add 300 beds for overnight stays at the new Civic Center homeless shelter

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in Andrew Do, homeless, Housing, Orange County, Politics, Santa Ana Leave a comment

Homelessness: Supervisor Andrew Do asks for public’s support for 300-bed homeless shelter

At Tuesday’s meeting, OC to consider $1.4 million contract with Midnight Mission to run 300-bed shelter with 24-7 security

(Santa Ana, California)— Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do is presenting for public input his ambitious plan to turn an abandoned bus terminal into a homeless shelter — within 30 days.

On Tuesday, the Orange County Board of Supervisors will vote on a $1.4 million contract with Midnight Mission to run a 300-bed homeless shelter with round-the-clock security as well as job training services, permanent housing options, health care, mental health services, substance abuse treatment and veteran assistance services. Continue reading→

The new County Civic Center Transitional Center for the homeless is opening soon

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in Civic Affairs, homeless, Housing, Orange County, Politics, Santa Ana Leave a comment

Transitional Center for Civic Center Homeless Readied for Opening

Comprehensive Civic Center Survey Released

Two contracts for the operation of a round-the-clock transitional center with emergency shelter beds and enhanced services will be considered Tuesday by the Orange County Board of Supervisors for the former Santa Ana Transit Terminal, which has been renamed “The Courtyard.”

The plan to use the former terminal was proposed by Supervisor Andrew Do at a special Board meeting earlier this month, with a directive to open the center within 30 days providing access to showers, food programs, storage and comprehensive service referrals. Public restrooms have been available at the former bus terminal since 2009; in August, the County installed additional portable toilets. Continue reading→

CA State Treasurer John Chiang endorses Bruce Bauer for the SAUSD School Board

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in 2016 Elections, Bruce T. Bauer, Democratic Party, Education, Politics, Santa Ana, SAUSD Leave a comment

Bruce Bauer and John Chiang

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Bruce Bauer, 949-293-5311 – bruce@bauer4sausd.com

Subject: CALIFORNIA STATE TREASURER, JOHN CHIANG, ENDORSES BRUCE BAUER FOR SANTA ANA SCHOOL BOARD

Santa Ana, CA – Demonstrating his potent force in the race for the Santa Ana Unified School District Board race, Bruce Bauer, currently the Vice-Chair of the City of Santa Ana Planning Commission collected a major statewide endorsement from California’s State Treasurer John Chiang.

John Chiang is currently the Treasurer for the State of California and was elected to that position in 2014. Prior to Treasurer, John Chiang was the Controller for the State of California for the period from 2006 to 2014. He is widely regarded for his work both as the State Controller and Treasurer. He is considered a top-contender for the 2018 governor’s race since his announcement that he will be running for that position in May of this year. Continue reading→

A Santa Ana resident is challenging Tom Daly in the 69th Assembly District election this Nov.

Posted on September 25, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in 2016 Elections, Democratic Party, Ofelia Velarde-Garcia, Politics, Republican Party, Santa Ana, Tom Daly 2 Comments

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Ceci Iglesias, Ofelia Velarde-Garcia, Angie Cano and Steven Nguyen

Over half of the voters in the 69th Assembly District are Latino – but our Assembly representative is Tom Daly, who as the former Mayor of Anaheim had a distinctly anti-Latino record. Daly opposed a Hispanic supermarket that did eventually open in Anaheim without his support. He also persecuted the poor people who live in Anaheim’s motels.

Make no mistake about it, Daly is in the Assembly to serve the 1% – and to vote for whatever Disney and other special interests in Anaheim ask him to vote for. Continue reading→