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Fundraiser to support local Santa Ana artists, on April. 7 at Gallery 207

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For Immediate Release
Contact: Jaydee Dizon, 310.962.4520

Support Our Local Artists at Gallery 207

Let’s give the “Artistes” at Santora Arts Buidling a round of applause in keeping the arts active for the past 17 years! This year, Gallery 207, a non–profit Artist Cooperative launches a fundraiser to promote their creative endeavors by showing a number of small works for purchase. Join us during April’s Artwalk on Saturday, April 7th from 6-10 PM at 207 N. Broadway St., Suite E in downtown Santa Ana. Continue reading→

Hart announces he’ll run against Bustamante, as O.C.D.A. considers charges

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Remember Charles Hart (pictured above, on the left)?  He ran for Mayor of Santa Ana in 2010, and lost, badly, when his Usual Suspect allies turned on him at the last minute.  They ended up voting for Al Amezcua, who got his tail kicked, despite spending a small fortune, by longtime Santa Ana Mayor Miguel Pulido.

Hart has posted an article ripping the Santa Ana City Council, over on the new OC Political blog, because they voted to develop a Climate Action Plan to help improve the environment.

Hart also let slip, at the end of his article, that he is a candidate for the Santa Ana City Council.  Hart lives in Santa Ana’s Ward 3, which is currently represented by Council Member Carlos Bustamante, who used to work for the County of Orange, until allegations of sexual harassment compelled him to resign.  The Voice of OC reported today that Orange County District Attorney Tony Rackauckas is now reviewing the matter.  Bustamante is clearly toast. Continue reading→

Pedroza to run for Area One of the Orange County Board of Education

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I decided today to pull papers for Area One of the Orange County Board of Education.  The only candidate who has thus far qualified for the ballot is Ken Nguyen, who is a member of the Santa Ana Parks And Recreation Commission.  Nguyen appears to be a grandfather and I believe he is a businessman.

Papers have also been pulled by Anita Mathur, who is unknown in local politics, and Robert Hammond, who is also a candidate for the Republican Party of Orange County’s Central Committee.

Hammond is an extreme social conservative who recently dropped out of the running for the 69th Assembly District.  His late departure from that race left the OC GOP without a candidate in that contest, although candidates can file for that seat through tomorrow, Wednesday, at 5 pm.  Hammond appears to be a grandfather too. Continue reading→

Possibly gang related homicide in Santa Ana on Monday

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Santa Ana Police Department
Advisory: Santa Ana Homicide- Monday, March 12, 2012, at approximately 6:33 P.M 215 E. 15th St

Santa Ana Homicide, Victim: Mario Carlos Hernandez (20) Santa Ana

On Monday, March 12, 2012, at approximately 6:33 P.M., patrol officers responded to the apartment complex located at 215 E. 15th St. on a call involving shots fired and a wounded male adult. Upon arrival, officers found a 20-year-old male suffering from gunshot wounds to the upper body. Continue reading→

Santa Ana to host a climate action plan community meeting on 3/27

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Community: Climate Action Plan Community Meeting

SANTA ANA, CA (March 13, 2012) – The City of Santa Ana is developing a Climate Action Plan to help improve the environment. The Climate Action Plan will outline strategies to reduce Santa Ana’s greenhouse gas emissions from both the City’s municipal operations and the community. The public is invited to join us in this discussion. Continue reading→

Hammond enters the race for the O.C. Board of Education’s First Area

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As reported in an earlier post today, Republican Robert Hammond has withdrawn from the race for the 69th Assembly District, according to the OC Political Blog.  He is running instead for the Orange County Board of Education, in the First Area, which is being vacated by the incumbent, Long Pham.

Hammond is an extremist social conservative.  He is anti-immigrant and anti-gay.  He would be very much like former O.C. BOE Trustee Alexandria Coronado, who got the boot the last time she ran, after she made anti-gay comments. Continue reading→

With Republican candidate out, the 69th A.D. is down to Martinez and Daly

Posted on by Posted in 2012 Elections, Anaheim, Democratic Party, Elections, Jose Solorio, Julio Perez, Michele Martinez, Politics, Republican Party, Robert Hammond, Santa Ana 1 Comment

Republican Robert Hammond, a resident of Santa Ana, has withdrawn from the race for the 69th Assembly District, according to the OC Political blog.  There are now four Democrats vying in the open primary, but only two of them have a shot at winning in June. 

Santa Ana Couincil Member Michele Martinez has 13% of the vote, according to a poll conducted by the other leading Democratic candidate, Tom Daly, who currently is the O.C. Clerk-Recorder.  Daly has a quarter of the vote, according to his poll. Continue reading→

Bustamante sex scandal could cost O.C. CEO Tom Mauk his job

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“The Orange County Board of Supervisors will meet Monday in an emergency closed session to discuss whether they should refer allegations of sexual misconduct against Santa Ana City Councilman Carlos Bustamante to District Attorney Tony Rackauckas for a criminal investigation,” according to the Voice of OC.

My sources report that Orange County CEO Tom Mauk may be hung out to dry as a result of this scandal.  A report by Peter Hughes, director of internal audit, made its way to the supervisors, according to the Voice of OC – and his allegations were stunning. Continue reading→

Santa Ana Police Foundation to honor local heroes at luncheon on 3/14

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Advisory: SANTA ANA POLICE FOUNDATION WILL HONOR LOCAL HEROES AT COMMUNITY LUNCHEON March 14,2012

SANTA ANA POLICE FOUNDATION WILL HONOR LOCAL HEROES AT COMMUNITY LUNCHEON

SANTA ANA, California,– On Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at the Anaheim White House Restaurant, the Santa Ana Police Foundation (SAPDF) will honor local heroes, thirteen individuals who participated in foiling crime last year. These honorees are residents, business owners, and officers of the Santa Ana Police Department, who worked together to make our community safer. Continue reading→

SAPD to conduct a DUI checkpoint on Saturday night, at 1400 E. First St.

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Advisory: The Santa Ana Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Saturday, March 10th, 2012.

SANTA ANA POLICE STEP UP DUI ENFORCEMENT

The Santa Ana Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Saturday, March 10th, 2012. It will begin at 7:30PM and is scheduled to conclude at 1:30AM. It will be conducted in the area of 1400 E. First Street, in the City of Santa Ana. Continue reading→

Santa Ana’s water wins silver award for best taste and quality

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Community: SANTA ANA’S WATER RANKS AMONG THE WORLD’S BEST TASTING ON TAP

City Earns International Recognition For Its Award Winning Water

SANTA ANA, CA (March 8, 2012) – Santa Ana’s Water Resources Division has been recognized for producing one of the best tasting and highest quality tap water in the world. The City received the silver award in the “Best Municipal Water” category at the Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting Festival, an accredited competition that attracts water submissions from all over the world each year.

“This is the second consecutive year our water has rated among the top in the world, an award we are proud to receive,” says Ray Burk, Water Resources Manager, City of Santa Ana. “It demonstrates the stringent standards we set for our tap water, which are above and beyond the drinking water health standards required by both state and federal agencies.” Continue reading→

Santa Ana Independence Day planning committee to meet on April 3

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Community: PLANNING FOR 2012 INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION BEGINS

The Planning Committee is asking for Residents’ Input during the Upcoming Planning Meetings

SANTA ANA, CA (March 8, 2012) – On Tuesday, March 6, 2012, Councilmembers Bustamante and Benavides, City Staff, and community members attended the first planning meeting for this year’s Independence Day Celebration, to be held Sunday, July 1, 2012 at Centennial Park.  Continue reading→

Correa to host O.C. mobile home conference on March 16, in Santa Ana

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Orange County Mobile Home Conference, March 16

State Senator Lou Correa, as Chair of the Senate Select Committee on Manufactured Homes & Communities, is inviting mobile home owners and renters and other interested parties to attend the Orange County Mobile Home Conference on Friday, March 16.

A panel of mobile home residency law experts and code enforcement officials will discuss mobile home issues and answer questions relating to park inspections, health and safety codes, fair housing, senior housing, and much more. Continue reading→

Santa Ana restaurant stakeholders to discuss new alcohol policies on 3/20

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The Restaurant Community Stakeholder Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. in the City Hall Ross Annex First Floor Conference Room 1600, 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, to discuss the proposed changes to alcohol policies in the Santa Ana Municipal Code. Continue reading→

Santa Ana to give preference to local businesses on qualified city contracts

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CITY OF SANTA ANA HELPS LOCAL BUSINESSES WITH LOCAL PREFERENCE ORDINANCE 

SANTA ANA, CA (March 6, 2012) – The Santa Ana City Council voted unanimously at its March 5th meeting to give preference to local businesses on qualifying city contracts. “The City Council supports business friendly principles and we’re taking active steps to help local companies succeed,” said Councilwoman Michele Martinez. 

The ordinance provides a new incentive for local businesses. Santa Ana businesses will be given a 7% preference when they bid on City contracts. And Orange County based businesses can be eligible for a 4% preference. “We help our businesses, as well as the City, when we keep dollars in the community” explained Councilman Vincent Sarmiento. “Studies show that these benefits are multiplied within the community and will have a positive effect for many within the City” added Councilman David Benavides.  Continue reading→