Study good, action better on pensions

As the cost of law enforcement continues to rise, Orange County cities that contract with the Sheriff’s Department are looking to save money. Mission Viejo Mayor Pro Tem Ed Sachs even raised the possibility of forming a joint powers authority for law enforcement. It’s a road that cities out in Riverside County have been down before.
Nine cities commissioned a study, released this year, evaluating the feasibility of a JPA. Among the findings: A JPA can be a cost-effective alternative