Monday, August 28, 2006

Court of Appeals Affirms Convictions of Omar Bradley, and Two Others

Lynwood, CA - The district's Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions of former Compton Mayor Omar Bradley, former Councilman Amen Rahh, and Former City Manager John Johnson II on charges of misappropriating city funds.

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Read story from Compton Bulletin here.
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Sunday, August 27, 2006

Officials Visit Firebaugh school

Lynwood, CA - Local newspaper reports that elected officials visit Marco A. Firebaugh School.

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Friday, August 25, 2006

Lynwood Alley in Need of Cleanup

Lynwood alley at corner of Clark St and Atlantic Ave requires clean up.

Colton Councilman Charged With Misuse of Perks

Lynwood, CA – The Los Angeles Times reports that after a two-month probe, Colton Councilmen Ramon M. "Ramie" Hernandez, a youth minister according to the paper, faces 24 counts of misappropriation of public funds. Amongst others, Hernandez is alleged to have used his city card to cover motel visits, and expenses of $426.02 on sex phone lines. Hernandez could face as much as two to four years in prison for each count if he is convicted.



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Also read Los Angeles Times. Requires suscription.

Friday, August 18, 2006

Water Rates Increased Approved

Lynwood, CA - Local newspaper reports that the Lynwood City Council approved an increase in water rates.

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Saturday, August 12, 2006

Lynwood Youth

Lynwood, CA - The links to the following videos and website were sent to Lynwood Watch with the title "Lynwood Youth". The sender alleges to be a resident of Lynwood, and states: "Nobody is doing anything about our kids."

Video 1

Video 2

Lynwood Gangs

(Viewer Discretion is advised)

Assistant Manager/Finance Director Mini Poll Results

Wednesday, August 02, 2006

City Proposes Water and Sewer Rate Increase

Lynwood, CA - Local newspaper reports proposed Water and Sewer rate increase.

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