September 20, 2018
Orange County
OCGOV.COM: 2018 Flu Vaccination Program is on
All County employees are eligible for a flu shot at no cost. A yearly flu shot is the best way to avoid the flu and the serious health risks that come with it, especially in young children, pregnant women, the elderly and those with medical conditions that put them at risk. Click above for schedules and locations.
Voice of OC: Santa Ana Council adjourns in during public comment when majority leaves early
The city attorney advised the three remaining councilmembers to stay and hear the rest of the public speakers, although the meeting was forced to officially end at 9:01 p.m. because the council no longer had quorum.
Voice of OC: Costs for Santa Ana-Garden Grove streetcar skyrocket
Construction for the Santa Ana and Garden Grove streetcar, however, is expected to move forward, although at a substantially higher cost and later schedule than originally planned.
OC Register: As he nears retirement, Anaheim fire chief warns firefighters must adapt to a changing role
Along with more mega wildfires and tornadoes of flame never seen before in modern history, the chief points out that 85 percent of calls are for emergency medical service. “If we don’t adapt,” he warns, “we’ll be challenged to be relevant and worthwhile.”
OC Register: 208 new entry-level condos, plus shops and restaurants, coming to Stanton
The 208 condos are expected to range from the low $400,000s through the $600,000s, according to Brookfield Residential, the developer.
Labor
The Atlantic: Wages are low and workers are scarce. wait, what?
In the lawsuit filed against Sodexo Inc., Tristan Abbott, 19, said exposure to undercooked beef in 2017 at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego led to his medical discharge April 27. Abbott fell ill after eating food provided by Sodexo.
California
Associated Press: Southern California-Las Vegas train back on track after sale
A plan to build a high-speed train between Southern California and Las Vegas is back on track after a private rail company announced Wednesday it has taken over the project.
Publication Date: September 20, 2018
