Anaheim Council Forum Over Police Shootings Divides City
The City Council heard over three hours of passionate comments on police abuses and Latino relations. A 3-2 vote blocked two ballot measures on district elections and hotel bed tax use for private hotel development after a tense meeting with 100 speakers urging reform and independence reviews of officer involved shootings. Variations included calls for a citizen review board and resources for underserved neighborhoods, with family members of Manuel Diaz speaking amid ongoing demonstrations.
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Anaheim council race set with nine candidates
Nine candidates qualified to run for two open Anaheim City Council seats in November amid sharp factional divides and recent unrest after officer-involved shootings. Notables include Lucille Kring, Jordan Brandman, Steve Chavez Lodge, and John Lees. Incumbents Lorri Galloway and Harry Sidhu are term limited. missing from the list is Mike Galloway.
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Anaheim Debates Neighborhood Council Seats Over Citywide System
Anaheim leaders, residents, and Disneyland Resort president discuss shifting from citywide to neighborhood representation to address Latino concerns. Four of five council members currently reside in Anaheim Hills, while central and west areas hold more voters but no council member. Critics warn of ward politics if enacted.
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