http://latimes.com/news/local/la-000003663jan14.story?coll=la%2Dheadlines%2D... 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 cmears@ci.irvine.ca.us .... Some folks just need killin'