I came across this today on the OC Blog, one of my favorite blogs to read each and every day...It has some interesting thoughts posted by an Adam Probolsky, not sure how he knows the orange scene, but whatever..I guess anybody can take a shot at guessing what will happen in life.
Move over Todd
Assemblyman Spitzer hasn't even won his final 2 years in Sacramento (he could get 90% of the vote in November is he really wanted to) and the candidates for his 71st Assembly DIstricts are already lining up.
Today your own Orange County Public Administrator - Public Guardian, South Orange County Community College District Trusteee and Republican Central Committee Member John WIlliam filed to open a committee and to start raising money for a 2008 run for the 71st Assembly District.
Williams is a likable guy and has lots of credibiltiy having run a tight ship both at the college district and for the last four years at the county.
But there are several other possible candidates for the post including Orange Mayor Mark Murphy, Councilman Jon Dumitru, and Councilwoman Carolyn Cavecche. OC Water District Board Member and Orange Councilman to be Denis Bilodeau is also a prospect. (I don't think he will win his council race, he has lost 2x prior and honestly does he have the gas to go all the way)
Both DA Rackauckas and Sheriff Carona would have very good chances if they decided to run, both of them, like Williams would be running from safe seats since they all won re-election this year (Willaims and Rackauckas were unopposed).
I've heard Mark Bucher's (WHO??) name thrown around for the 71st in 08. Bucher is a successful businessman, central committee member and conservative leader.
Ok who did I miss? Mission Viejo Councilman Frank Ury. Good point. Anyone else?
Posted by Adam D. Probolsky on August 29, 2006 at 11:01 PM
Wednesday, August 30, 2006
Sunday, August 27, 2006
Great, Street Fair Weekend...
So are you like a number of us....Looking forward to the horde of out of towners coming into town to drink, fight puke and pee on old town area. Well, if so..its your lucky weekend....
Orange International Street Fair is this weekend and yes you too can be assualted by the drunk men, and end up slipping in a pile of puke on Chapman Avenue.
If you can't tell I am not a huge fan of the fair. I feel it totally is wrong, it destroys our old town area and causes all the homeowners problems.
I will go done a couple of times during the weekend, but only to see what is going on with our "Local Politico's", and I am interested to see who is working hard as candidates.
Well, if you go...be careful and aware of everything.
For the homeowners who will have people from outside of town destroying their yards. Call and complain.
Saturday, August 26, 2006
City wins, Nimby's are plowed over !
Judge: Sierra Club's challenge to East Orange project unfounded
The Irvine Co. will move forward with its plans to build more than 4,000 homes.
By ELLYN PAK
The Orange County Register
SANTA ANA – A Superior Court judge ruled today against a Sierra Club lawsuit, which challenged the City of Orange's approval of a project to build 4,000 new homes on the eastern edge of the city.
The Irvine Co. project won approval in November to build 4,046 new homes east of the city and extend Orange's limits farther into the hills.
The proposal, which included a 20-acre sports park, faced opposition from environmentalists and traffic-weary residents.
The homes would add 12,000 residents to Orange -- a city that today has 138,000 people.
In December, the Sierra Club sued the city for approving the homes, saying it failed to conduct an adequate environmental review.
Today, Judge Stephen J. Sundvold ruled that the club's challenges were unfounded and that a near 30,000-page report and accompanying documents adequately analyzed the project's impact on the environment.
The Irvine Co. will move forward with its plans to build more than 4,000 homes.
By ELLYN PAK
The Orange County Register
SANTA ANA – A Superior Court judge ruled today against a Sierra Club lawsuit, which challenged the City of Orange's approval of a project to build 4,000 new homes on the eastern edge of the city.
The Irvine Co. project won approval in November to build 4,046 new homes east of the city and extend Orange's limits farther into the hills.
The proposal, which included a 20-acre sports park, faced opposition from environmentalists and traffic-weary residents.
The homes would add 12,000 residents to Orange -- a city that today has 138,000 people.
In December, the Sierra Club sued the city for approving the homes, saying it failed to conduct an adequate environmental review.
Today, Judge Stephen J. Sundvold ruled that the club's challenges were unfounded and that a near 30,000-page report and accompanying documents adequately analyzed the project's impact on the environment.
I watched a lot of the City Council meetings and really this is when I got interested in following the whole "Local Politico's". I must say that I am NOT wanting any new homes built in east orange. However, I must hold that the city staff and elected officials did everything possible to make sure all those documents were available and that the public had lots of input. So to the City of Orange, Congrats!
Thursday, August 24, 2006
City Loan Program
Orange approves a loan and incentive program to help small businesses enhance their physical appearance.
By COURTNEY BACALSO
The Orange County Register
Orange
Cheryl Turner's tea-related retail store sells everything from party accessories to jewelry to clothing women could wear to tea parties.
But there is no place in her store to have a tea party.
She looked into expanding her store, but it proved to be too expensive – until now.
The City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to approve the Small Business Assistance Program, which gives business owners and building owners such as Turner incentives to beautify properties.
The program includes six small-business incentives – four interest-free loans, a 3 percent interest loan and a fee-incentive program – for businesses that fall under the Orange Merged and Amended Redevelopment Project Area.
The area includes numerous pockets west of the Costa Mesa (55) Freeway.
"When they told me about it, I really got excited because I can finally continue with my plans," Turner said. "It's exciting as a merchant because it also encourages people around me to upgrade as well."
In 2001, the city started a similar program known as the West Chapman Reinvestment Program and Old Towne Restaurant Minor Rehabilitation Project, which Turner looked into two years ago.
"At the time, the program didn't fit with what I wanted to do because I wasn't a new business," Turner said, adding that costs would reach $20,000 even before breaking ground. "I walked away with my tail in between my legs."
No loans had been made from the old program, which had requirements that were difficult for owners to meet, said Barbara Messick, project manager for economic development projects.
Turner said she will submit her application before the end of this week.
"I can't wait. Before there was a lot of red tape that didn't make sense," she said. "Now, it's a more user-friendly program."
**This was the loan program that I didn't understand the other day at the council meetnig. It makes a little more sense now and seems on the surface to be a good thing. Hope more info becomes available. Either way, it shows yet again, that the Orange City Council is more or less business friendly.**
By COURTNEY BACALSO
The Orange County Register
Orange
Cheryl Turner's tea-related retail store sells everything from party accessories to jewelry to clothing women could wear to tea parties.
But there is no place in her store to have a tea party.
She looked into expanding her store, but it proved to be too expensive – until now.
The City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to approve the Small Business Assistance Program, which gives business owners and building owners such as Turner incentives to beautify properties.
The program includes six small-business incentives – four interest-free loans, a 3 percent interest loan and a fee-incentive program – for businesses that fall under the Orange Merged and Amended Redevelopment Project Area.
The area includes numerous pockets west of the Costa Mesa (55) Freeway.
"When they told me about it, I really got excited because I can finally continue with my plans," Turner said. "It's exciting as a merchant because it also encourages people around me to upgrade as well."
In 2001, the city started a similar program known as the West Chapman Reinvestment Program and Old Towne Restaurant Minor Rehabilitation Project, which Turner looked into two years ago.
"At the time, the program didn't fit with what I wanted to do because I wasn't a new business," Turner said, adding that costs would reach $20,000 even before breaking ground. "I walked away with my tail in between my legs."
No loans had been made from the old program, which had requirements that were difficult for owners to meet, said Barbara Messick, project manager for economic development projects.
Turner said she will submit her application before the end of this week.
"I can't wait. Before there was a lot of red tape that didn't make sense," she said. "Now, it's a more user-friendly program."
**This was the loan program that I didn't understand the other day at the council meetnig. It makes a little more sense now and seems on the surface to be a good thing. Hope more info becomes available. Either way, it shows yet again, that the Orange City Council is more or less business friendly.**
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
City Council Meeting 8-22-06
So I attended the 4:30pm session today to watch the council meeting in person. I sat in the back of the room and took a couple of notes.
The meeting was more or less uneventful.
Councilmember Smith asked to look at stipends (different word for pay) for the Planning Commissioners. She felt it was too low and since it hadn't been adjusted since 1992 that it should be addressed. Interesting thought, I wonder what is next....City Council "Stipends". I bet they haven't been raised in a few years.
Councilmember Dumitri asked some questions about a purchase of office furniture for the new library. His concern was interesting, he caught 2 requests for what appeared to be the same type of item. In the end, after the library folks explained it a little clearer it was an easy -Yes- vote.
Mayor Pro Tem Cavecche didn't say a lot during the 4:30 session, which surprised me. I thought with her being a candidate for Mayor she may try and chirp a bit more then others.
Mayor Murphy of course, did some appointments to committees for councilmembers. I don't know where these came from but they are spots in the county:
1. Foothill/Eastern Transportation Corridor Authority....Carolyn Cavecche
2. Orange County Sanitation District...Jon Dumitri
One final item that was of interest from the 4:30 pm session was some type of loan program to businesses on Chapman Avenue. I will be the 1st to tell you, I don't understand it...but it looks like the City will give the businesses on Chapman Avenue money to fix up there properties and then the loans don't need to be paid back. Had a few people talk on the subject and it passed 4-0 with little discussion from the council members.
**The 7pm session**
Two items on the agenda for 7pm, the 1st was a new place to eat in old towne called Cafe Lucca, a little Italian joint that serves salad and desserts. I guess, from what I have read that the Planning Commission slapped this guy with some type of order, and he is appealing it to the City Council.
Cavecche stated that she would only grant the continuance tonight because the cost of the notice to neighbors was very low and there was no public at the meeting actually to discuss the issue.
Something I didn't understand was Dumiti, he gave a 2nd to Cavecche, but went on to say to the person from Cafe Lucca, that the excuse of only having received the report on Thursday to him was invalid because they (city council) only got their report onThursday, and that this had been an ongoing problem through Planning Commission and he should have been prepared. Well, either way it was continued 4-0 to October.
The next issue came up was the Block at Orange shopping area again! Apparently a real estate company in the area wants to develop some land at the block, however, they haven't as of yet. They were asking for more time to reach agreements with The Block. Dumitri was the 1st to start in on the company, it was very interesting and he did his homework, even refered to a meeting in 2004, where promises were made. this all rotates around fees if the company can't reach agreements by a certain time frame.
After about 1/2 hour or so of questions and comments from the council the person from the real estate company made an oops. She stated it didn't matter what fees were assigned to them if the contract wasn't met, they wouldn't pay them anyway. That was interesting to me.
I will be watching this one closely in the following months. Shoud be interesting to ask all the candidates for elective office their thoughts on the Block and the surrounding areas construction.
That was it for the meeting, quick night and the kids even left me alone.
I have turned off channel 3 for the evening and now I am going to bed.
Good Night City of Orange
The meeting was more or less uneventful.
Councilmember Smith asked to look at stipends (different word for pay) for the Planning Commissioners. She felt it was too low and since it hadn't been adjusted since 1992 that it should be addressed. Interesting thought, I wonder what is next....City Council "Stipends". I bet they haven't been raised in a few years.
Councilmember Dumitri asked some questions about a purchase of office furniture for the new library. His concern was interesting, he caught 2 requests for what appeared to be the same type of item. In the end, after the library folks explained it a little clearer it was an easy -Yes- vote.
Mayor Pro Tem Cavecche didn't say a lot during the 4:30 session, which surprised me. I thought with her being a candidate for Mayor she may try and chirp a bit more then others.
Mayor Murphy of course, did some appointments to committees for councilmembers. I don't know where these came from but they are spots in the county:
1. Foothill/Eastern Transportation Corridor Authority....Carolyn Cavecche
2. Orange County Sanitation District...Jon Dumitri
One final item that was of interest from the 4:30 pm session was some type of loan program to businesses on Chapman Avenue. I will be the 1st to tell you, I don't understand it...but it looks like the City will give the businesses on Chapman Avenue money to fix up there properties and then the loans don't need to be paid back. Had a few people talk on the subject and it passed 4-0 with little discussion from the council members.
**The 7pm session**
Two items on the agenda for 7pm, the 1st was a new place to eat in old towne called Cafe Lucca, a little Italian joint that serves salad and desserts. I guess, from what I have read that the Planning Commission slapped this guy with some type of order, and he is appealing it to the City Council.
Cavecche stated that she would only grant the continuance tonight because the cost of the notice to neighbors was very low and there was no public at the meeting actually to discuss the issue.
Something I didn't understand was Dumiti, he gave a 2nd to Cavecche, but went on to say to the person from Cafe Lucca, that the excuse of only having received the report on Thursday to him was invalid because they (city council) only got their report onThursday, and that this had been an ongoing problem through Planning Commission and he should have been prepared. Well, either way it was continued 4-0 to October.
The next issue came up was the Block at Orange shopping area again! Apparently a real estate company in the area wants to develop some land at the block, however, they haven't as of yet. They were asking for more time to reach agreements with The Block. Dumitri was the 1st to start in on the company, it was very interesting and he did his homework, even refered to a meeting in 2004, where promises were made. this all rotates around fees if the company can't reach agreements by a certain time frame.
After about 1/2 hour or so of questions and comments from the council the person from the real estate company made an oops. She stated it didn't matter what fees were assigned to them if the contract wasn't met, they wouldn't pay them anyway. That was interesting to me.
I will be watching this one closely in the following months. Shoud be interesting to ask all the candidates for elective office their thoughts on the Block and the surrounding areas construction.
That was it for the meeting, quick night and the kids even left me alone.
I have turned off channel 3 for the evening and now I am going to bed.
Good Night City of Orange
Friday, August 18, 2006
The list of those interested in elective office
This is the list that was compiled on another blog, thanks for the info.
Official Ballot order for the November 7, 2006.
Running for Mayor of Orange
Carolyn V. Cavecche
Mike Alvarez
Andrea Simmons-England
Juan Pablo Serrano-Nieblas
City Council Candidates:
Andrew J. Hinger
Robert L Douglas
Denis Bilodeau
Mark A. Murphy
Phil Martinez
Arnold L. Crain
John Antony Ueland Caglia
Jeremy Wayland
Carol Rudat
Frank Finn
Darren Wm. Smith
While others are wishing you luck, I will not rather you have decided for all of us to exam you closer and see what you are all about and your motives.
Official Ballot order for the November 7, 2006.
Running for Mayor of Orange
Carolyn V. Cavecche
Mike Alvarez
Andrea Simmons-England
Juan Pablo Serrano-Nieblas
City Council Candidates:
Andrew J. Hinger
Robert L Douglas
Denis Bilodeau
Mark A. Murphy
Phil Martinez
Arnold L. Crain
John Antony Ueland Caglia
Jeremy Wayland
Carol Rudat
Frank Finn
Darren Wm. Smith
While others are wishing you luck, I will not rather you have decided for all of us to exam you closer and see what you are all about and your motives.
Wednesday, August 16, 2006
I'm Back from vacation and WOW
The City of Orange is a blaze in conversation. The Mayor's race is heating up already.
The Candidates are:
Carolyn Cavecche, the current mayor pro tem.
Mike Alvarez, former mayor pro tem
Juan Pablo Neiblas
Andrea Simmons-England (I will be posting more on her, very interesting stuff coming in)
The fight is on...who will toss the first political mud bomb. I have my guesses.
Who are you leaning to vote for today and why?
Me...Not sure, it truly depends on how the others elected to office in Orange and the County look at these candidates. I will be asking them and I will figure out whop is truly being backed up by there counterparts.
The Candidates are:
Carolyn Cavecche, the current mayor pro tem.
Mike Alvarez, former mayor pro tem
Juan Pablo Neiblas
Andrea Simmons-England (I will be posting more on her, very interesting stuff coming in)
The fight is on...who will toss the first political mud bomb. I have my guesses.
Who are you leaning to vote for today and why?
Me...Not sure, it truly depends on how the others elected to office in Orange and the County look at these candidates. I will be asking them and I will figure out whop is truly being backed up by there counterparts.
Friday, August 11, 2006
This in from the Alvarez for Mayor Campaign
Thanks to "Andrea" for this e-mail and information:
For Immediate Release For More Information:
MIKE ALVAREZ
OFFICIALLY ENTERS
RACE FOR MAYOR
OF ORANGE
Friday, August 11, 2006
Contact: 714-665-1996 or 714-532-5855
ORANGE - Orange businessman Mike Alvarez filed his candidacy papers today with the City Clerk, officially entering the race for Mayor of Orange in the November 7, 2006, General Election.
Mike Alvarez was elected to two terms, the maximum allowed under city term limits, on the Orange City Council, and served as Mayor Pro Tem, from 1996 to 2004.
My family and I represent three generations in Orange. I am dedicated to protecting the unique character and quality of life we value so highly, Alvarez said. The effects of illegal immigration, unlawful boarding houses, overcrowding, and severe traffic congestion must be controlled before they erode our great City, Alvarez stated. As Mayor of Orange, I'll provide proven experience, a clear vision, and a higher standard of leadership to resolve problems and secure a positive future for our residents and the City, declared Alvarez.
Alvarez is running on his record as a fiscal conservative who voted to strengthen public safety, oppose new taxes or fees, and for strict taxpayer accountability.
Alvarez's family founded the Army-Navy Store in Orange in 1955. Mike Alvarez served on the Planning Commission, Chamber of Commerce, the Orange Senior Center, and as President, Friends of the Orange Public Library. # # #
Ok, so there we have it..in case you were wondering about it. Mr. Alvarez is a candidate for Mayor of the City of Orange.
For Immediate Release For More Information:
MIKE ALVAREZ
OFFICIALLY ENTERS
RACE FOR MAYOR
OF ORANGE
Friday, August 11, 2006
Contact: 714-665-1996 or 714-532-5855
ORANGE - Orange businessman Mike Alvarez filed his candidacy papers today with the City Clerk, officially entering the race for Mayor of Orange in the November 7, 2006, General Election.
Mike Alvarez was elected to two terms, the maximum allowed under city term limits, on the Orange City Council, and served as Mayor Pro Tem, from 1996 to 2004.
My family and I represent three generations in Orange. I am dedicated to protecting the unique character and quality of life we value so highly, Alvarez said. The effects of illegal immigration, unlawful boarding houses, overcrowding, and severe traffic congestion must be controlled before they erode our great City, Alvarez stated. As Mayor of Orange, I'll provide proven experience, a clear vision, and a higher standard of leadership to resolve problems and secure a positive future for our residents and the City, declared Alvarez.
Alvarez is running on his record as a fiscal conservative who voted to strengthen public safety, oppose new taxes or fees, and for strict taxpayer accountability.
Alvarez's family founded the Army-Navy Store in Orange in 1955. Mike Alvarez served on the Planning Commission, Chamber of Commerce, the Orange Senior Center, and as President, Friends of the Orange Public Library. # # #
Ok, so there we have it..in case you were wondering about it. Mr. Alvarez is a candidate for Mayor of the City of Orange.
A surprise Mayoral Candidate????
I received this as a comment from an earlier post but felt it was important to post those comments here:
Received from a Blog-osphere handle of Andrea....
Hey, Frank...the Florida heat must be slowing you down! Not only did you miss MIKE ALVAREZ returning his papers today....but I also hear from the City Clerks office that a woman named Andrea England also pulled and returned her papers today for Mayor as well. We hear she is a supporter of the late Steve Ambriz, and an Old Town resident. Maybe you can find out some more on this sruprise candidate upon your return, and enlighten us!
Here is the deal, anybody have info on this..please e-mail. I will not publish your e-mail or contact, I just want her info...anything. Also, If Mrs. Andrea England would like to e-mail a resume, feel free.
***Update***
The info is already flowing in..but as of yet nothing can be confirmed. This so far is the only thing that can be published, we understand that she does in fact live in Old Towne Orange near the Circle.
Received from a Blog-osphere handle of Andrea....
Hey, Frank...the Florida heat must be slowing you down! Not only did you miss MIKE ALVAREZ returning his papers today....but I also hear from the City Clerks office that a woman named Andrea England also pulled and returned her papers today for Mayor as well. We hear she is a supporter of the late Steve Ambriz, and an Old Town resident. Maybe you can find out some more on this sruprise candidate upon your return, and enlighten us!
Here is the deal, anybody have info on this..please e-mail. I will not publish your e-mail or contact, I just want her info...anything. Also, If Mrs. Andrea England would like to e-mail a resume, feel free.
***Update***
The info is already flowing in..but as of yet nothing can be confirmed. This so far is the only thing that can be published, we understand that she does in fact live in Old Towne Orange near the Circle.
Today is the day
While, I am clear across the country enjoying the last bit of the summer with the kids and running around disney world. I realized today is the day. We should know who is running for "Mayor", I also understand that the City Council race is officially extended till next Wednesday, due to Cavecche not filing for her re-election.
So with 3 months to go, and filing closing today....
Let the fun and games begin !!!!!
So with 3 months to go, and filing closing today....
Let the fun and games begin !!!!!
Thursday, August 10, 2006
Greetings from Walt Disney World
I am on vacation with the kids and we are visiting the amazing Walt Disney Worl. This place is massive, and the kids are overwhelmed, as am I.
I have check the Orange City News via on-line and nothing really to report on there. The filing period for the mayor's race closes tomorrow and I will post something on that on saturday. Until then, I will be basking in the sun and waiting in lines to ride the rides.
I have check the Orange City News via on-line and nothing really to report on there. The filing period for the mayor's race closes tomorrow and I will post something on that on saturday. Until then, I will be basking in the sun and waiting in lines to ride the rides.
Tuesday, August 08, 2006
Ok, this is crazy
Well here is the thing, I turned the TV on to watch our Orange City Council tonight and it was only 5pm and the Council Meeting was not on my channel #3.
I called the city (they are open till 5:30pm), and was surprised to learn that indeed there was a council meeting and it was already done.
It is simply crazy, is there nothing going on?
I called the city (they are open till 5:30pm), and was surprised to learn that indeed there was a council meeting and it was already done.
It is simply crazy, is there nothing going on?
Friday, August 04, 2006
Things got a little more interesting !!!
Merino Decides Not To Run Endorses Others
Thanks again to the Great Orange eBlog for the strory.
Architect Mike Merino (who I have called a hot head in the past) issued a press release stating that he has decided not to run in November for the Orange City Council or mayor’s office. Merino, who was recently appointed to the California Architects Board by Gov. Schwarzenegger,(Thats Cool...had no idea), had pulled papers for both the mayor and city council races.
In addition to announcing that he would not seek election, Merino also issued a strong endorsement of Carolyn Cavecche for Mayor and both Denis Bilodeau and Mark Murphy for city council.
In the press release Merino stated;
"I am dedicated to improving our city and the best way for me to do that this year is to support good leaders like Carolyn Cavecche, Denis Bilodeau and Mark Murphy.
“Although I have decided not to run, I will continue to seek other ways to be involved with our city and to continue my involvement in our community - hopefully having an opportunity to work with each of them in the future.” (I don't understand this...he is good enough to be on a committee appointed by Gov. Schwarenegger, but hasn't been tapped in town for a position...I hope he does find a way to be involved).
Merino further stated; “Carolyn Cavecche has convinced me that she will be a strong crime-fighter (still open to debate) and support the needs of our police department so that our quality of life will be protected. As a shepherd of our local economy, she has promised to keep the interests of local business (hhmmmmm) at the forefront of her decision-making process and ensure that the growth of our city in the east will be made carefully and that concerns for traffic safety will be addressed (again, hmmm..I talk with my friends and they don't feel she has protected the open spaces). She has also assured me that she will protect the interests of our local taxpayers by keeping taxes, fees, and other charges from increasing during her tenure."
"Mark Murphy and Denis Bilodeau have performed superbly. They have both impressed me with their good judgment and leadership. (What has Bilodeau shown as leadership and good judgement, he has no track record at all).
“I believe that both of these men will continue to provide the representation needed as we move forward here in Orange."
Thanks again to the Great Orange eBlog for the strory.
Architect Mike Merino (who I have called a hot head in the past) issued a press release stating that he has decided not to run in November for the Orange City Council or mayor’s office. Merino, who was recently appointed to the California Architects Board by Gov. Schwarzenegger,(Thats Cool...had no idea), had pulled papers for both the mayor and city council races.
In addition to announcing that he would not seek election, Merino also issued a strong endorsement of Carolyn Cavecche for Mayor and both Denis Bilodeau and Mark Murphy for city council.
In the press release Merino stated;
"I am dedicated to improving our city and the best way for me to do that this year is to support good leaders like Carolyn Cavecche, Denis Bilodeau and Mark Murphy.
“Although I have decided not to run, I will continue to seek other ways to be involved with our city and to continue my involvement in our community - hopefully having an opportunity to work with each of them in the future.” (I don't understand this...he is good enough to be on a committee appointed by Gov. Schwarenegger, but hasn't been tapped in town for a position...I hope he does find a way to be involved).
Merino further stated; “Carolyn Cavecche has convinced me that she will be a strong crime-fighter (still open to debate) and support the needs of our police department so that our quality of life will be protected. As a shepherd of our local economy, she has promised to keep the interests of local business (hhmmmmm) at the forefront of her decision-making process and ensure that the growth of our city in the east will be made carefully and that concerns for traffic safety will be addressed (again, hmmm..I talk with my friends and they don't feel she has protected the open spaces). She has also assured me that she will protect the interests of our local taxpayers by keeping taxes, fees, and other charges from increasing during her tenure."
"Mark Murphy and Denis Bilodeau have performed superbly. They have both impressed me with their good judgment and leadership. (What has Bilodeau shown as leadership and good judgement, he has no track record at all).
“I believe that both of these men will continue to provide the representation needed as we move forward here in Orange."
Thursday, August 03, 2006
City News Story on Council Race.
Thank you OC Register and the Orange City News, for this little story it sure did help to put the players in line for me.
Dozen pulled papers for city council race
By COURTNEY BACALSO
Orange City News
The dozen hopefuls who have pulled nomination papers for the two seats on the Orange City Council upcoming elections as of Tuesday will have an extra week to file their paper work.
Councilwoman Carolyn Cavecche filed her nomination papers Tuesday confirming she will run for mayor and will not run for her incumbent seat on the Council.
Among the dozen, one candidate filed, another decided not to run, several have confirmed running and others have not made a final decision on their candidacy.
Darren Smith, one of five who have not previously run for office, is the sole person to file his nomination papers. The longtime resident of Orange said his decision to run was motivated by the passing of Councilmember Steve Ambriz, who he had known through work.
Jason Lindenstrom, a chief political officer for the Orange County Teachers' Federal Credit Union, pulled papers but decided he is not running for council this year.
Four of six of the candidates who have previously ran for City Council said they do intend to file their papers and will complete them before the deadline.
John Caglia, a project manager for Disney retail stores and 15-year resident of Orange, said he will run for his second time for City Council.
Robert Douglas, a small business owner and 11-year resident, will also be turning in his nomination papers.
Denis Bilodeau, director of the Orange County Water District and a previous candidate, said he had not intended to run.
"Bridget (Ambriz) asked me to run after Steve's death," Bilodeau said. "If you had asked me two and a half months ago, it wouldn't have been the case."
While he hasn't file yet, Mayor Mark Murphy said he will be running.
"I don't think the issues have changed a lot during the past couple of years," he said. "I think people are concerned about managing our growth while protecting our neighborhoods and quality of life."
Fred Whitaker said he is still considering his options. He added that if he ends up running, he hopes to address issue related to joint-use facilities and illegal immigration.
Michael Merino said he is undecided as to whether he will run for the Council or for mayor – which is open because Mayor Mark Murphy's term is over.
Merino is the only candidate that has pulled papers for both positions.
"I am about 75 percent sure on my decision but I have not finalized it yet," he said.
Katie Grant, a resident of Orange for about five years and financial consultant, pulled nomination papers on Monday. She said she has not made a decision yet whether she will move forward with the process.
Frank Finn said he still has not made a decision either.
"This would be my first time and I am on the fence about it.," said Finn, a police officer who has lived in the city since 1983.
Both Finn and Grant are running for office for the first time.
Some of the issues that candidates plan to address include development and government intervention.
Phil Martinez, who previously ran for the Orange Unified School District, and Arnold Crain also pulled nomination papers but have not yet filed. Despite attempts, both men could not be reached for comment.
In the Mayoral race, Mike Alvarez and Juan Pablo-Serrano-Nieblas also pulled papers as of Tuesday.
Dozen pulled papers for city council race
By COURTNEY BACALSO
Orange City News
The dozen hopefuls who have pulled nomination papers for the two seats on the Orange City Council upcoming elections as of Tuesday will have an extra week to file their paper work.
Councilwoman Carolyn Cavecche filed her nomination papers Tuesday confirming she will run for mayor and will not run for her incumbent seat on the Council.
Among the dozen, one candidate filed, another decided not to run, several have confirmed running and others have not made a final decision on their candidacy.
Darren Smith, one of five who have not previously run for office, is the sole person to file his nomination papers. The longtime resident of Orange said his decision to run was motivated by the passing of Councilmember Steve Ambriz, who he had known through work.
Jason Lindenstrom, a chief political officer for the Orange County Teachers' Federal Credit Union, pulled papers but decided he is not running for council this year.
Four of six of the candidates who have previously ran for City Council said they do intend to file their papers and will complete them before the deadline.
John Caglia, a project manager for Disney retail stores and 15-year resident of Orange, said he will run for his second time for City Council.
Robert Douglas, a small business owner and 11-year resident, will also be turning in his nomination papers.
Denis Bilodeau, director of the Orange County Water District and a previous candidate, said he had not intended to run.
"Bridget (Ambriz) asked me to run after Steve's death," Bilodeau said. "If you had asked me two and a half months ago, it wouldn't have been the case."
While he hasn't file yet, Mayor Mark Murphy said he will be running.
"I don't think the issues have changed a lot during the past couple of years," he said. "I think people are concerned about managing our growth while protecting our neighborhoods and quality of life."
Fred Whitaker said he is still considering his options. He added that if he ends up running, he hopes to address issue related to joint-use facilities and illegal immigration.
Michael Merino said he is undecided as to whether he will run for the Council or for mayor – which is open because Mayor Mark Murphy's term is over.
Merino is the only candidate that has pulled papers for both positions.
"I am about 75 percent sure on my decision but I have not finalized it yet," he said.
Katie Grant, a resident of Orange for about five years and financial consultant, pulled nomination papers on Monday. She said she has not made a decision yet whether she will move forward with the process.
Frank Finn said he still has not made a decision either.
"This would be my first time and I am on the fence about it.," said Finn, a police officer who has lived in the city since 1983.
Both Finn and Grant are running for office for the first time.
Some of the issues that candidates plan to address include development and government intervention.
Phil Martinez, who previously ran for the Orange Unified School District, and Arnold Crain also pulled nomination papers but have not yet filed. Despite attempts, both men could not be reached for comment.
In the Mayoral race, Mike Alvarez and Juan Pablo-Serrano-Nieblas also pulled papers as of Tuesday.
Wednesday, August 02, 2006
Thanks to the Greater Orange eBlog, which is making my life a little easier...they have gone and put together the list of people that want to be "Local Politico's"....And here is the list. AS for me, Yup the kids are still out of school on vacation, and thank god the City owns the pool at the park, it has been a lifesaver.
eLECTION Watch 2006 UPDATE 8/01/06
Cavecche Files for Mayor (another reason she is the front runner, she has her act together and is filed). Will she even have a challenger?
Perennial Candidate Serrano-Nieblas (I love this guy, he is a "crack pot") is Back and More Papers Pulled in Orange Council Race
Orange City Council member Carolyn Cavecche made her bid for Orange Mayor official on Tuesday August 1st by filing her papers for the November election. None of the other potential candidates who have taken out papers to run in the race have returned them yet. The filing deadline is August 11th. Pulling papers for the Orange Mayor’s race on Tuesday was perennial candidate and community fixture, Juan Pablo Serrano-Nieblas. In the 1998 mayoral race Nieblas polled 3.6%. In the 2000 race he polled 9.6% and in 2004 his total percentage was 11%.
Also pulling papers for the Orange City Council race was Katie Grant bringing the total possible candidates to 12. Only one candidate has turned in the papers, Darren Smith.
The period to declare candidacy ends August 11 (this is extended until Aug 16th if the incumbent has not filed).
As of AUGUST 1, 2006
Orange City Council
The following have filed and are waiting signature confirmation:
Darren Smith (Officially the front runner...why you ask, because he is the only true candidate with stuff filed and awaiting confirmation).. (Anybody know this guy...chime up, never seen him or heard of him)
The following have pulled papers, but not yet filed:
Jason Lindstrom...another nobody, could this be the year of the unknowns?
Mark Murphy (current Mayor)..I thought he was termed out, oops...loop hole
Mike Merino...Who knows what the little guy will do...I predict if he runs, he may win
Robert Douglas...Like Juan Pablo Serrano-Nieblas, always running for something, but misses the mark.
Dennis Bilodeau (O.C. Water Board) I want to thank a loyal reader for infomation on him...I was pretty hard on the Orange City Council for raising water rates on us, however, it was only because the OC Water, increased its cost to Orange, which is led by Bilodeau..he raised the tax on us and we had no way to fight it. Does he have a chance this time for Council...We shall see.
Fred Whitaker..also another name from the 2004 council race..can he do it...maybe, but will he knock out Murphy, that's the question!
John Caglia...another new guy to the Council Race
Frank Finn...another new guy to the Council Race
Phil Martinez...another new guy to the Council Race, but I have heard he ran for OUSD Board in 2004. Anybody have any info??
Arnold Crain..another new guy to the Council Race
Katie Grant...another new woman to the Council Race
Villa Park City Council
The following have pulled papers, but not filed:
Robert Fauteux (incumbent)..also a writer for the "throwaway paper" Foothill Sentry"
Deborah Pauly..Who?? I have heard the name, never met the woman
Bradley Reese..Again, Who??
James Rheins..Hmmmm, WHO??
Patricia L. Bortle (incumbent/ appointed Mayor)..Somebody I know..a total winner in my books
Orange Mayor
The following have filed and are waiting signature confirmation:
Carolyn Cavecche (current council member)..Again front runner, lead dog
The following have pulled papers, but not filed:
Mike Alvarez (former council member)..I have heard from a realible source that there is serious thought of backing out and running for City Council, and then a try at Mayor in the future...I am disappointed in race, seems very disorganized and is like a viking funeral...a boat sinking in flames.
Mike Merino..I didn't realize he was in the mix for both Council and Mayor...the little guy has spunk...will he follow through, or just fall by the wayside
Juan Pablo Serrano-Nieblas..I love this guy, you can seem him the circle with his Peace not War sign...
Rancho Santiago Trustee Area #2
The following have filed:
John Hanna (current incumbent)
Steve Rocco (OUSD Trustee)..We here at Orange-Politico's are going to endorse Steve Rocco for in this race...not because he is the best candidate, but it will remove him from the OUSD and we can get normal people back in there...this guy is a hoot
Orange Unified School District
The following have filed:
Trustee Area 1:
7/17/06 Melissa Smith (current incumbent)
Governing Board Member, Orange Unified School District Trustee Area 1
7/19/06 Alexia Deligianni (OC Young Republican Director)
Educator
Trustee Area 4
7/19/06 Kathy Moffat (current incumbent)
No current ballot designation
Trustee Area 5
7/27/06 Paul-Dean Martin
Theater Arts Educator
7/27/06 Christopher K. Emami (withdrew and refilled)
Youth Services Director
Trustee Area 7
7/17/06 Larry D. Cohn (former OUSD Legislative Coalition Chair)
No current ballot designation
7/20/06 Rick Ledesma (incumbent)
No current ballot designation
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eLECTION Watch 2006 UPDATE 8/01/06
Cavecche Files for Mayor (another reason she is the front runner, she has her act together and is filed). Will she even have a challenger?
Perennial Candidate Serrano-Nieblas (I love this guy, he is a "crack pot") is Back and More Papers Pulled in Orange Council Race
Orange City Council member Carolyn Cavecche made her bid for Orange Mayor official on Tuesday August 1st by filing her papers for the November election. None of the other potential candidates who have taken out papers to run in the race have returned them yet. The filing deadline is August 11th. Pulling papers for the Orange Mayor’s race on Tuesday was perennial candidate and community fixture, Juan Pablo Serrano-Nieblas. In the 1998 mayoral race Nieblas polled 3.6%. In the 2000 race he polled 9.6% and in 2004 his total percentage was 11%.
Also pulling papers for the Orange City Council race was Katie Grant bringing the total possible candidates to 12. Only one candidate has turned in the papers, Darren Smith.
The period to declare candidacy ends August 11 (this is extended until Aug 16th if the incumbent has not filed).
As of AUGUST 1, 2006
Orange City Council
The following have filed and are waiting signature confirmation:
Darren Smith (Officially the front runner...why you ask, because he is the only true candidate with stuff filed and awaiting confirmation).. (Anybody know this guy...chime up, never seen him or heard of him)
The following have pulled papers, but not yet filed:
Jason Lindstrom...another nobody, could this be the year of the unknowns?
Mark Murphy (current Mayor)..I thought he was termed out, oops...loop hole
Mike Merino...Who knows what the little guy will do...I predict if he runs, he may win
Robert Douglas...Like Juan Pablo Serrano-Nieblas, always running for something, but misses the mark.
Dennis Bilodeau (O.C. Water Board) I want to thank a loyal reader for infomation on him...I was pretty hard on the Orange City Council for raising water rates on us, however, it was only because the OC Water, increased its cost to Orange, which is led by Bilodeau..he raised the tax on us and we had no way to fight it. Does he have a chance this time for Council...We shall see.
Fred Whitaker..also another name from the 2004 council race..can he do it...maybe, but will he knock out Murphy, that's the question!
John Caglia...another new guy to the Council Race
Frank Finn...another new guy to the Council Race
Phil Martinez...another new guy to the Council Race, but I have heard he ran for OUSD Board in 2004. Anybody have any info??
Arnold Crain..another new guy to the Council Race
Katie Grant...another new woman to the Council Race
Villa Park City Council
The following have pulled papers, but not filed:
Robert Fauteux (incumbent)..also a writer for the "throwaway paper" Foothill Sentry"
Deborah Pauly..Who?? I have heard the name, never met the woman
Bradley Reese..Again, Who??
James Rheins..Hmmmm, WHO??
Patricia L. Bortle (incumbent/ appointed Mayor)..Somebody I know..a total winner in my books
Orange Mayor
The following have filed and are waiting signature confirmation:
Carolyn Cavecche (current council member)..Again front runner, lead dog
The following have pulled papers, but not filed:
Mike Alvarez (former council member)..I have heard from a realible source that there is serious thought of backing out and running for City Council, and then a try at Mayor in the future...I am disappointed in race, seems very disorganized and is like a viking funeral...a boat sinking in flames.
Mike Merino..I didn't realize he was in the mix for both Council and Mayor...the little guy has spunk...will he follow through, or just fall by the wayside
Juan Pablo Serrano-Nieblas..I love this guy, you can seem him the circle with his Peace not War sign...
Rancho Santiago Trustee Area #2
The following have filed:
John Hanna (current incumbent)
Steve Rocco (OUSD Trustee)..We here at Orange-Politico's are going to endorse Steve Rocco for in this race...not because he is the best candidate, but it will remove him from the OUSD and we can get normal people back in there...this guy is a hoot
Orange Unified School District
The following have filed:
Trustee Area 1:
7/17/06 Melissa Smith (current incumbent)
Governing Board Member, Orange Unified School District Trustee Area 1
7/19/06 Alexia Deligianni (OC Young Republican Director)
Educator
Trustee Area 4
7/19/06 Kathy Moffat (current incumbent)
No current ballot designation
Trustee Area 5
7/27/06 Paul-Dean Martin
Theater Arts Educator
7/27/06 Christopher K. Emami (withdrew and refilled)
Youth Services Director
Trustee Area 7
7/17/06 Larry D. Cohn (former OUSD Legislative Coalition Chair)
No current ballot designation
7/20/06 Rick Ledesma (incumbent)
No current ballot designation
Check back to the Greater Orange News eBlog daily for UPDATES
eLECTION Watch 2006 is produced by Orange Net News /O/N/N/5
OrangeNetNews@verizon.net
“Independent, Local, News and Viewpoints”
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