http://latimes.com/news/local/la-000003663jan14.story?coll=la%2Dheadlines%2Dcalifornia
Civic leaders have been presented with a proposal that would be among the toughest gun laws in the state, making it nearly impossible for new retailers to sell firearms. All in a city where gun violence is minimal. The proposed law, drafted by Councilman Chris Mears, would make it illegal to sell firearms within 1,000 feet of churches, schools, playgrounds or city-owned buildings. In Irvine, almost every commercial center is within a short walking distance of one or more of those. ... We can't shoulder a gun to fight the enemy," said Chris Mears, an Irvine attorney leading the campaign http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-093001voices.story Mr. and Mrs. Chris Mears 18 Wandering Rill, Irvine, CA 92612 They have two children, Ben and Sophie, attending Vista Verde Middle School in Irvine. FAX (949) 724 6045 [EMAIL PROTECTED] .... Some folks just need killin'