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Ward 5 City Council candidate Juan Villegas to kick off his campaign on 9/7

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Santa Ana Ward 5 City Council candidate Juan Villegas, a law enforcement officer with 25 years of experience fighting crime, is hosting the kick-off to his campaign on Wednesday, Sep. 7, 2016, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at the Santa Ana Police Officer Association Hall, located at 1607 N. Sycamore, in Santa Ana.

Villegas is running against an incumbent, Councilman Roman Reyna, who recently voted against hiring more police officers despite the huge increase in violent crime over the past three years. Reyna’s brother reportedly died in prison and Reyna himself has admitted to being shot and wounded at a park when he was younger. When Reyna ran for Mayor of Santa Ana he was caught posing with members of the Mexican Mafia, in a picture that was widely circulated on social media. He refused to explain why he was hanging out with these individuals. Continue reading→

Poll – what should we do about the homeless problem in Santa Ana?

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What should we do about the homeless in Santa Ana?

Santa Ana City Council Member Michele Martinez, who is running for the First District of the Orange County Board of Supervisors, appeared on the John and Ken radio show yesterday afternoon, on AM 640. I don’t think she knew in advance that John and Ken are conservatives – and they only invite politicians onto their show to embarrass them. The interview was hard to listen to as John and Ken yelled at Martinez throughout the interview and barely let her get a word in edgewise. You can hear the interview here.

The issue they were upset about is the homeless problem at Santa Ana’s Civic Center. If you have not been out there recently you will be amazed and disgusted by the situation. Our Civic Center has essentially become a homeless camp with trash and human waste all over the place. The matter has been somewhat improved with the addition of more portable bathrooms but it is still far from optimal and is certainly not safe for those who have business at the Civic Center. Continue reading→

Why is SAUSD School Board candidate Mark McLoughlin hiding his financial info from the public?

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SAUSD School Board candidate Mark McLoughlin appears to be trying to hide his financial information from the public. McLoughlin was appointed to the Santa Ana Planning Commission in January so he had to turn in a Form 700, to the Santa Ana City Clerk. That Form, which you can see here, is completely devoid of any investments/businesses/loans/income information!

McLoughlin claims he is the General Manager of SKYCO Architectural Shading System and President of High School, Inc — yet he does not disclose any of these business connections on his Form 700 filed with the City of Santa Ana. In fact, he discloses absolutely NOTHING on his 700 Form. It surely seems that McLoughlin is avoiding disclosing info about himself. Continue reading→

Santa Ana lawyer sues “Peeping Tom” Hollywood Assistant Director

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“Peeping Tom” Hollywood Assistant Director Sued by Eric Traut of Traut Firm on Behalf of Victims

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Contact: Jess Block Nerren, jess@feltenmedia.com, 909-706-8525

SANTA ANA, CA – A lawsuit has been filed against a Hollywood assistant director by attorney Eric Traut of Traut Firm following seven years of “peeping tom” footage discovered on a home computer, several hard drives, and a criminal conviction of invasion of privacy, on behalf of three of the victims, filed in LA County courts, August 11.

Many of the “Peeping Tom” incidents occurred during filming of more than 50 movies and music videos on which AD Kevin Thomas Roy had unique access during his employment to prey on actors and actresses. Frequently, his work role included the task of setting up the designated changing and private areas on set. Footage was also obtained during private events including a child’s birthday party and on a relative’s honeymoon in a Las Vegas hotel room. Continue reading→

Construction begins on a new mixed-use apartment development in Santa Ana

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LATERRA DEVELOPMENT BREAKS GROUND ON TWO INFILL APARTMENT PROJECTS IN SANTA ANA AND CHULA VISTA

LOS ANGELES – LaTerra Development, a Los Angeles based real estate developer, has started construction on two infill apartment projects totaling 325 units in Santa Ana and Chula Vista. Each project was capitalized with institutional joint venture equity and construction financing.

LaTerra started construction this week at The Line at Santa Ana, a 3.9-acre, TOD mixed-use development containing 228 apartment units and 4,000 square feet of ground floor retail, located at 3630 W. Westminster Avenue in Santa Ana, the county seat of Orange County. “The Line is in a prime location at Harbor Boulevard and the 22 Freeway in the award winning Garden Grove school district and is directly adjacent to a future light rail line stop,” explained Charles Tourtellotte, President and CEO of LaTerra. Continue reading→

Man shot and injured while standing in front of his residence on W. St. Gertrude

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Last night another attempt murder shooting occurred at 1401 West St. Gertrude, in Santa Ana. An adult male (27 years of age) was standing in front of his residence when a vehicle drove by and fired several times striking the victim.

Incredibly, the victim drove himself to a hospital where he was then transported to another hospital’s trauma center where he is currently listed in stable condition. Continue reading→

The Santa Ana City Council has declared Aug. 26 to be Women’s Equality Day

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City of Santa Ana, Downtown Orange County

Community: Tomorrow, August 26th is “Women’s Equality Day”

The Santa Ana City Council has proclaimed August 26, 2016 as “Women’s Equality Day”. This day commemorates the U.S. Congress’ designation at the behest of Rep. Bella Abzug (D-NY), in 1971.

The date was selected to commemorate the 1920 certification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, granting women the right to vote. This was the culmination of a massive, peaceful civil rights movement by women that had its formal beginnings in 1848 at the world’s first women’s rights convention, in Seneca Falls, New York. Continue reading→

How much are recyclable trash scavengers costing Santa Ana?

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Did you know that the City of Santa Ana is going into the last year of their trash contract with Waste Management? The contract expires in about January of 2018.

Some residents have been pushing for recyclables trash cans that are retrofitted with gravity locks as they have found that their recyclables are often pilfered by unknown individuals. Continue reading→

A prostitute was picked up in Santa Ana then shot and wounded in Garden Grove

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An unidentified 23-year-old woman from Victorville was shot in her left hip on Wednesday night, near West Washington Ave. and Bewley St., where she was working as a prostitute, according to the O.C. Register.

SAPD investigators spoke to the victim at a local hospital, where a friend took her for treatment, after 10:45 p.m., according to the SAPD. Continue reading→

Truck stolen at Santa Ana’s Fiesta Party Rentals overnight

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Stolen Fiesta Rentals Uhaul Truck

A truck used by Fiesta Party Rentals, a party equipment rental company in in Santa Ana, was stolen from their place of business at 2231 West 5th Street last night.

The truck is a white U-Haul type box truck that is emblazoned with the store’s name (Fiesta Party Rentals) and information is painted on all three sides. Their our phone number is also displayed on top of the cabin. It’s a one-cabin truck that is slightly old and aged. Continue reading→

Do you know who to call if there is a problem at your local Santa Ana park?

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Santa Ana Park Supervisor's Map

Do you know who to call if there is a problem at your local Santa Ana park? It turns out that the City’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency employs staff called Community Services Supervisors whose job it is to work with the local community and ensure the city parks are clean, safe, and able to be used.

If you have a city park in your neighborhood or community, and have any concerns or questions; feel free to contact the Community Services Supervisor for your Ward below: Continue reading→

A man crashed his SUV into a home on S. Greenville Ave. this morning

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An unidentified man in his 50s was badly hurt after his sport-utility vehicle crashed into a house at the 2100 block of South Greenville Avenue, at W. St. Gertrude Place, in Santa Ana this morning at around 9:40 a.m., according to the O.C. Register.

The man’s bronze Hyundai crashed into the garage portion of the house and the driver ended up at a local hospital, in what was described as serious condition. Continue reading→

SAUSD students will return to school on Wed., 8/24, with a new leader in place

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 23, 2016

Contact: Deidra Powell, Chief Communications Officer, (714) 558-5555, (714) 673-4995 Mobile

NEWS RELEASE

Santa Ana Unified School District Students Return to School Tomorrow with New Leader at the Helm with focus on Student Excellence

More than 50,000 students will return to school on August 24, 2016, in the Santa Unified School District as they begin the new school year with a new superintendent, Dr. Stefanie Phillips. The Santa Ana Unified School District Board of Education appointed her to the helm on July 26, 2016, to replace retiring Superintendent, Dr. Rick Miller. Continue reading→

The O.C. unsecured property tax payment deadline is on August 31

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SHARI L. FREIDENRICH, CPA, CCMT, CPFA, ACPFIM, OFFICE OF THE TREASURER-TAX COLLECTOR

PRESS RELEASE, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 23, 2016

Contact: Shari L. Freidenrich,  (714) 834-7625, Treasurer@ttc.ocgov.com

Unsecured Property Tax Payment Deadline on August 31

Orange County Treasurer-Tax Collector Shari Freidenrich reminds those with unsecured property taxes due for Fiscal Year (FY) 2016-17 relating to business property, leased equipment, boats and aircraft to submit payment by Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2016 to avoid late charges. Any unsecured property tax payments received after Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2016 that do not show a US Postal Service date stamp for the 31st or earlier will be charged a 10% delinquent fee and a $75 late charge. Continue reading→

Newest E85 station in Santa Ana to offer ethanol for 85 cents a gallon on 8/25

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SOCAL DRIVERS CAN AVOID PAYING MOST EXPENSIVE GAS PRICES IN NATION

Newest E85 Station in Santa Ana to Offer Ethanol for 85 cents a Gallon

Pearson Fuels and the fueling-station retailer Chevron are teaming up for the grand opening of Santa Ana’s newest E85 station. To honor the occasion, E85 fuel will be sold for just 85 cents a gallon. Customers can also enjoy free food and beverages, as well as have the opportunity to learn more about E85 from a Pearson expert. In addition, Fuel Freedom Foundation representatives will be on hand to discuss the importance of fuel choice when filling up at the pump. Continue reading→