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Fight to save O.C. fairgrounds continues
With bids for the 150-acre venue due tomorrow, local officials are stepping up the opposition to the sale.
By Kristen SchottPublished: January 07, 2010 10:43 AM
Courtesy of the O.C. Fair & Event CenterBids for the O.C. fairgrounds are due tomorrow, and despite Gov. Schwarzenegger's decision earlier this week not to stop the sale, Costa Mesa city officials are moving forward with plans to keep the 150-acre venue as is.
Members of the City Council met with the governor on Monday in Sacramento to discuss the issue, and though he rejected the notion, Councilwoman Katrina Foley says he did offer a few "golden nuggets."
Mainly, the governor supports the idea that the 150-acre venue should remain a fairground and exposition center, and the city and county should have control over the site.
She says the biggest concern is the historical significance of the site, as well as the thousands of jobs that could be adversely affected if the grounds had to close its doors.
"Additionally, our local economy is very much fueled by the events and activities that occur at the grounds," adds Foley.
With the pressure on, she says the city, local residents and other county representatives are taking action. For example, Foley is heading to Sacramento on Tuesday to testify on Assemblyman Jose Solorio's bill – AB 1590 – which, if approved, would cancel the legislative action that allowed the sale to proceed.
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Courtesy of the O.C. Fair & Event Center Members of the City Council met with the governor on Monday in Sacramento to discuss the issue, and though he rejected the notion, Councilwoman Katrina Foley says he did offer a few "golden nuggets." Mainly, the governor supports the idea that the 150-acre venue should remain a fairground and exposition center, and the city and county should have control over the site. She says the biggest concern is the historical significance of the site, as well as the thousands of jobs that could be adversely affected if the grounds had to close its doors. "Additionally, our local economy is very much fueled by the events and activities that occur at the grounds," adds Foley. With the pressure on, she says the city, local residents and other county representatives are taking action. For example, Foley is heading to Sacramento on Tuesday to testify on Assemblyman Jose Solorio's bill – AB 1590 – which, if approved, would cancel the legislative action that allowed the sale to proceed. NEXT PAGE >> Related headlines Touchdown for O.C.'s economy Great Anaheim Apps Challenge lauds winners O.C. gets boost from Cirque du Soleil Surf City Half Marathon organizers gear up for big year |
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