Tag Archives: Laura N. Chick

An Open Letter to L.A. from Laura Chick: The HACLA Scandal and the Failure of City Hall

Posted on December 6, 2011 by

Dear Friends: Just like you, I have been disgusted over the recent news reports on the outrageous spending and settlement decision by the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles. The crisis of ethical judgment at the Housing Authority demands … Continue reading →

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Why the Rate Payer Advocate Won’t Fix the DWP: Government Hates Transparency, Accountability

Posted on December 21, 2010 by

Let this lesson on the history of inspector general watchdogs on government abuses be instructive if you think a Rate Payer Advocate is going to stop the Department of Water and Power from squandering, stealing and misusing your money. When … Continue reading →

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