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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Orange public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Citywide Fee Schedule Update
The city's first fee overhaul in years cleared council, with an obsolete aviation fee axed and fire/police false-alarm fees headed toward consistency.
Proposed 1-cent sales tax measure for November 2026 ballot
The council approved a rebate program giving residents $500 back on new-car purchases at five dealerships — but only if voters pass the 1% sales tax in November. Critics called it a carve-out for wealthy dealership owners that ignores used-car buyers and the poorest residents.
Tax Roll Billing
Tired of chasing down late payments for things like trash or water? Your city might start adding those unpaid bills directly to your property tax statement. It's a new way to get folks to pay up, but some are raising concerns.