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Volume 4 | Issue 24 |
June 14, 2024 |
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Weekly Update from Supervisor Foley
Dear neighbor:
Wow, what a week of wearing the many hats of a County Supervisor!
Last Friday, I spoke with young bright minds at the Tustin Girls in Government Panel. They asked excellent questions about political career paths, the importance of women in public service roles, and the barriers women face while serving in elected office.
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Councilmembers Beckie Gomes, Cassandra Chase, Kim Nguyen, Mayor Valerie Amezcua, Councilmembers Letitia Clark, Natalie Rubalcava, Mayor Farrah Khan, Trustee Allyson Muniz-Damikolas, Mayor Tara Campbell
After the panel, I enjoyed Save Our Youth (SOY)’s annual celebration, fundraising for SOY students. Thanks to donors, 12 first-generation teens will visit five UCs and four Cal States, with tours from SOY alumni.
Here I am with Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris!
On Saturday morning Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris and I hosted a Community Health Resource Fair at Costa Mesa’s Lions Park with CalOptima Health. Every day in my office, we work hard at building a healthier Orange County by increasing accessibility and quality of valuable County health resources for all. With the help of our friends at CalOptima Health and OC Social Services, we celebrated Orange County community health by signing you up for Medi-Cal and CalFresh! With 2,003 total attendees, 174 attendees and their families received enrollment assistance in Medi-Cal and CalFresh. We administered 67 vision exams, including 59 pairs of eyeglasses! We also distributed more than 14,350 diapers and 28,704 pounds of food. In addition, we provided 206 boxes of life-saving Naloxone. What a success, and we thank CalOptima, OC Health Care Agency, Lestonnac Free Clinic, Community Action Partnership and Serve the People for your work.
That evening I enjoyed the Shea Center’s Annual Gala. The Shea Center is dedicated to improving the lives of people with disabilities and our veterans through therapeutic horse-related programming.
At the gala with Laguna Niguel Mayor Pro Tem Stephanie Oddo, former Assemblywoman Diane Harkey, and fellow guests!
My week of budget meetings began on Monday at the OCTA Board of Directors meeting where we discussed OCTA’s proposed 2024/2025 budget. The $1.79 billion budget outlines an ambitious plan for transit services, focus on sustainability and coastal resiliency. These investments include the procurement of 66 zero-emission vehicles. The Board will consider full adoption of the budget at the next OCTA Board meeting.
At our Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday morning, we held our annual Budget Hearing. I’m happy to share that this year’s $9.5 billion budget is the best, healthiest budget in recent history. This is the first time ever the County met its catastrophic event contingency and fully funded our general fund total reserves. In the event of a revenue decline, we will have the funds available to ensure no impact to county services. Some wins for the Fabulous Fifth District include:
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3 support staff positions for the Sustainability Office
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1 position added for South County Coastal Resiliency Collaborative to help the County identify more grant funding opportunities
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More electric vehicles – 4/5 new OC Public Works vehicles will be EV’s
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3 more positions at Office of Care and Coordination for homelessness prevention outreach
Stay tuned for the Budget approval during the Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, June 25.
Tuesday evening, I attended the Plan OC Community Visioning Workshop in Rancho Mission Viejo. The County is undergoing our General Plan update. The Plan serves as a long-term guide for decisions on future growth and development for our unincorporated areas. The Plan addresses new growth, housing needs and environmental protection, as well as regional services and facilities such as parks, roads and flood control facilities. New items would include the County Climate Action Plan, wildfire planning, coastal resiliency, complete streets and a new Environmental Justice Element. Learn more and share your input HERE.
On Wednesday morning, my annual Flag Day flag display began flying over Baby Beach in Dana Point. Thank you to OC Parks and our Fabulous Fifth District volunteers for your help installing 249 flags in celebration of the U.S. Army’s 249th birthday and the anniversary of our country’s flag adoption. Enjoy this display until this evening, when I invite you to my Third Annual Flag Day celebration!
On Wednesday I spoke at the South Coast Metro Alliance Directors (SCMA) Directors & Advisory Board Lunch where I provided an update on our healthy county budget, our restaurant roundtable, and state of the Fifth District’s local economy.
Wednesday evening I attended a Hawaiian Luau memorial in honor of Sharon Mansur of Dana Point at the local legendary restaurant, Jon’s Fish Market. In 1980, Sharon and her husband Jon founded Jon’s Fish Market, which offered the Dana Point community fresh seafood from “boat to table.” As the respected and successful proprietor of Jon’s Fish market for more than 40 years (now managed by her stepdaughter Shala), Sharon was well-known in the community for her hard work and kind heart. Sharon served as a long-standing member of the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce, where she helped start and serve on the Harbor Association Board. She was also a talented and accomplished angler fisherwoman, notably serving as president of the Dana Wharf Lady Anglers. Her legacy will live on through the memories and stories shared by those who were lucky enough to know and love her.
The Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) relaunched the museum’s acclaimed publishing program. OCMA Books publishes innovative, affordable and limited-edition books, publications and exhibition catalogues that champion the most pioneering artists and thinkers of our time. OCMA kicked off their series on Wednesday night with OCMA Director Heidi Zuckerman’s Why Art Matters: The Bearable Lightness of Being, a book of art and thought which delves deep into the human condition through an in-depth engagement with artworks and artists. Thank you for having me!
Bright and early on Thursday morning, I spoke about the county e-bike ordinance with Amy King on her radio show, “Wake-Up Call with Amy King.” The e-bike ordinance addresses community concerns with three new e-bike classifications, speed limits, grouping restrictions as well as helmet, age, and license requirements. Learn about how the ordinance seeks to keep our roads and trails safe by listening to the interview here. We expect the ordinance to take effect following approval at the next Board of Supervisors meeting on June 25.
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Funding to retrofit the Austin Vault Sand Filter project in the City of Newport Beach. The project, adjacent to the 73 Toll Road, provides filtration for stormwater treatment and allows for adequate water flows to prevent over-topping of the adjacent wetland basin. We expect the project to be completed in 202.
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Safety improvements and modernization of The Toll Roads customer service center and TCA administrative office space
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Evaluating opportunities to utilize TCA’s $28 million Habitat Conservation Fund
Next, as Co-Chair of the Spent Fuel Solutions Coalition I met with the Department of Energy’s Deputy Assistant Secretary for Spent Fuel and High Level Waste Disposition, Paul Murray. As of last week, the Atlas Rail Car was certified by the Association of American Railroads (AAR) to move spent nuclear fuel via rail. We now have the ability to move the waste, the waste is 90% packaged and ready to move, but we don’t have a location to move it to just yet. As the Federal government continues making progress to find a waste disposition site, they are looking for what worries residents about the spent nuclear fuel canisters. We’ve heard repeated concern from residents and businesses alike that spent nuclear fuel is dangerous and susceptible to disaster, so the DOE will test all of the potential risks to build public trust. Soon, they’ll open a Request for Information for live scenarios you want to see them test, and we will share it widely so you can submit any scenario that worries you.
After, I spoke at a South Orange County Wastewater Authority (SOCWMA) Executive Committee meeting to provide an update on the County’s Climate Action Planning. The SOCWMA coordinates project collaboration for water resource and habitat priorities to restore the Aliso Creek Watershed. Because of their thoughtful leadership and action items for our community, many of their recommendations are incorporated throughout the Climate Action Plan draft.
I then attended the second quarter San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station Decommissioning Community Engagement Panel to introduce US Congressman Mike Levin and learn more about the timeline for removing spent nuclear fuel away from our shores. If you missed this quarter’s panel, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Department of Energy, Paul Murray, presented on the challenges and progress we’re making on the federal level to find a solution to our spent nuclear fuel waste. Learn more here: https://www.songscommunity.com/.
Thursday evening, I spoke at the Soka University Human Trafficking Awareness Forum hosted by the Aliso Viejo Youth Council. Speakers from Waymakers, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, and the Orange County District Attorney’s office shared about their extensive work to combat human trafficking in Orange County. According to the 2023 OC Human Trafficking Task Force Victim Report, data showed 420 total trafficking victims in Orange County with 2 out of 5 sex trafficking victims being minors. OC Social Services Agency, Waymakers, The Salvation Army, and the Public Law Center assisted 374 female trafficking victims, 133 of which were minors, in 2021 and 2022. I encourage you to learn the signs and ways you can prevent human trafficking by reading the victim report and visiting ochumantrafficking.com for more resources.
This morning, I testified before the California Coastal Commission in support of two new hotels as part of the Dana Point Harbor Revitalization Plan. Over the past 18 months, our office spent countless hours negotiating with the city, Coastal Commission, and the Dana Point Harbor Partners to ensure this project supports and uplifts the social and non-profit programs in Dana Point Harbor through a comprehensive community benefits package.
The Coastal Commission unanimously approved the project, which includes investments in ocean based educational trips for Title 1 students, internships promoting indigenous land stewardship, sailing lessons and trips for disabled residents and their families, exercise classes for fixed income seniors, and robust coastal programming. In addition to significantly contributing to the local economy by creating jobs, increasing tourism, generating revenue for local businesses and the city, the revitalization of the Harbor and new hotels create new opportunities for all to enjoy Dana Point Harbor. Read more here.
Tonight, I hold my Third Annual Flag Day ceremony at Baby Beach at 6 PM featuring remarks from Dolores Padgett of Dana Point VFW 9934, an honor guard from Dana Point VFW 9934 and birthday cake sliced by a saber.
Next week, I invite you to join me at the following community events!
Together with OC Waste and Recycling, I will hold County Climate Action Plan Public Input meetings on Monday in Irvine and on Tuesday in Dana Point. The County Climate Action Plan will outline our vision to combat climate change and prepare for a resilient future. Learn more about the County Climate Action Plan and share your ideas with us next week. You can also submit comments online to GreenOC@ocwr.ocgov.com.
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Monday, June 17, 2024 from 6-8 PM at Los Olivos Community Center (101 Alfonso, Irvine, CA 92603)
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Tuesday, June 18, 2024 from 6-8 PM at OC Sailing and Events Center (34451 Ensenada Pl, Dana Point, CA 92629)
On Wednesday, June 19, enjoy a Wellness Wednesday Walk with me and OC Parks at the Upper Newport Bay Preserve! OC Parks staff will lead us on a guided walk around the Back Bay and share more about our local ecosystems. Meet us at the Muth Interpretive Center at 6 PM. All ages and furry friends welcome to participate.
Finally, we encourage residents, boaters, and concerned community members to attend the Dana Point Harbor Oversight Committee’s Public Town Hall on June 21, 2024 at 8:30 AM at Coffee Importers. RSVP and submit questions by clicking here.
Enjoy your weekend!
Be well and wear your sunscreen out and about this weekend,
Katrina Foley Supervisor County of Orange
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In This Edition
Read more about local events, community and health news, District and County initiatives, and other important updates!
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Staff Updates
Adam Tallabas
District Representative
Happy Friday! This week, I led our team in the installation of 249 full-size American flags in Dana Point Harbor at Dana Cove Park (behind Baby Beach). The installation remained from Wednesday until 7 p.m. today – a testament and memorial to our flag & the United States. Today, we hold a ceremony in honor of Flag Day and the United States Army’s Flag Day Ceremony at 6 p.m. immediately adjacent to the flag installation. I hope you join us in honoring our flag and the United States Army!
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Tyler Mosher
District Representative
Today, I attended the Grand Opening of Oslo Coffee Company, a Norwegian-inspired coffee shop and bakery in Ladera Ranch.
On Saturday, Supervisor Foley and I will attend the 17th Annual Fête de la Musique hosted by Laguna Beach Sister Cities. More than 1000 cities in 100 countries participate in Fête de la Musique to celebrate the beginning of summer.
Olivia Meis
Communications Intern
Happy Friday, D5, and happy summer vacation!
Follow OC Public Libraries on Facebook and Instagram for crafts, food literacy, special programming and more fun and educational content. Click here for info on events for all ages happening at your local branch!
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Willie Rounaghi
Policy Intern
This past week I attended the Roundtable on California’s Homeowners Insurance Market hosted by the Little Hoover Commision. Throughout the meeting, an array of individuals from Fire Department Chiefs to insurance and environment specialists presented their findings and insights to the table. The conversation centered around the misalignment between state and local policy on fire mitigation, as well as the shortage of scientific based policy. They discussed not only the fire consequences but the threat of cascading financial impacts if citizens and government do not prioritize precautions such as Defensible Space and comprehensive mitigation plans. I learned a lot from the round table and look forward to further researching the issue.
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Aayush Manapat
Policy Intern
Hi District Five!
Last Friday I met members and leaders from the Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce and I informed them about critical issues addressed in the last board meeting, including passing a countywide E-Bike ordinance, passing upgrades to the Moulton Niguel water district and supporting the One-Stop job center in Laguna Niguel. This week, I also briefed our staff and Supervisor Foley on the progress of decommissioning the San Onofre nuclear facility. I elaborated about the Department of Energy’s progress towards centralized safe storage of spent nuclear fuel away from our coastline and our communities and prepared our Staff for a discussion with the Department of Energy’s team. I hope to see you on Friday for our Flag Day celebration!
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Tula Larsen
Policy Intern
Hello District Five!
Last week, Christine and I participated in Ikea’s Small Business Resources Fair, where I learned about new businesses opening in the district and the abundance of resources Ikea provides small businesses. I also helped the Monarch Committee prepare for their upcoming event, and I learned about the vital role butterflies play in our ecosystem. Finally, I presented a certificate to Tango, a restaurant opening in Laguna Beach that offers carefully crafted and delicious main courses as well as impressive catering services. I am incredibly excited for Flag Day, which honors the adoption of the American Flag and the freedom it represents.
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Landon Russell
Policy Intern
This week I attended the grand opening of VCA Urgent Care in Laguna Niguel where I presented them with a certificate of recognition to celebrate their grand opening. As my first certificate presentation and a pet owner myself the work that they do interested me! VCA Urgent Care offers our community a convenient, quick veterinary urgent care, bridging the gap between primary and emergency veterinary care, and they are open on all holidays! During my visit, I met the experienced team, toured the facility and learned about their awesome work providing pets across South Orange County with high quality veterinary care.
Meghan Bartsch
Policy Intern
Last weekend I attended CalOptima Health’s Community Health and Resource Fair in Costa Mesa. We had a great turn out and it was a pleasure talking to so many members of the community about District 5 work and resources. This week I gathered materials and information for a presentation on the dangers of human trafficking in Orange County. I also prepared and presented a certificate to the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Program in honor of the grand opening of the Junior Lifeguard Headquarters. I was so excited to get to be part of the celebration and see the new building finally open!
OC Parks Update: Innovative Nature-Based Shoreline Adaptation Project at Capistrano and Doheny Beaches Project Secures Monumental Funding
Photo simulation of completed project.
The efforts of OC Parks to preserve Orange County coastline reached a significant milestone with the award of a substantial federal grant.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded the proposed project a $9.8 million Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant through the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES). The grant will fund OC Parks’ nature-based project to help slow erosion along the County’s Capistrano Beach and Doheny State Beach.
The project, aimed at preserving and enhancing natural ecosystems while bolstering community resilience against climate-related disasters, received an extraordinary boost with the combined investment of the $9.8 million BRIC program and an additional $220,000 from the California Ocean Protection Council’s Senate Bill 1 (SB1) Sea Level Rise Adaptation Planning Grant Program.
This grant funding received helps move forward the County’s sustainability efforts and initiatives. Receiving this grant underscores the growing recognition of the vital role that nature-based solutions play in mitigating the impacts of sea level rise. OC Parks continues to explore additional opportunities to secure the remaining funding needed to complete the approximately $20 million proposed project.
ICYMI: The California Coastal Commission Hearing
Today, the California Coastal Commission unanimously approved the City, County, and R.D. Olson proposal for two new hotels as part of the Dana Point Harbor Revitalization Plan. After nearly four years of negotiations, the approval includes support for a robust community benefits package negotiated by Supervisor Foley that invests more than $6 million in Orange County based service organizations over the life of the project. Read more here.
Health News
From the OC Health Care Agency
With COVID-19 continuing to affect the community, preventive measures and mitigation strategies are strongly recommended. Vaccines and testing also continue to play an important role. Read more here.
CalOptima Health Grant Opportunities:
Click here and complete the Community Event Sponsorship Form!
Transportation News
E-Bike Update
The Board of Supervisors approved the e-bike ordinance includes common-sense provisions such as grouping restrictions, sidewalk speed limits, helmets for minors, requirements for yielding to pedestrians and equestrians and for an audible alarm when overtaking, consequences for driving without a license when required, and more. Read the ordinance here.
The ordinance will return to the Board for final approval during the Board of Supervisors meeting on June 25.
Angels Express Is Back For The 2024 Season!
Ride in car-free comfort and celebrate on the train! Enjoy home runs, hot dogs, and friends without driving. Angels Express train service is rolling back into action for the 2024 season, so you won’t miss a pitch! Learn more.
Youth Ride Free Passes
The pass provides youth aged 6 to 18 with free travel on safe, clean and reliable buses.
Youth Ride Free passes are available from your child's participating Orange County school. Parent signature is required.
If your child’s school is not distributing the Youth Ride Free pass, you may request a pass here. REQUEST A PASS
OCTA Free Hikes & Equestrian Rides
Orange County is home to some of the most beautiful protected wilderness areas in the country. Experience and enjoy the natural landscape with OCTA's free docent-led hikes and equestrian rides!
Lace up your hiking shoes or saddle up your horse, and sign up for a free hike or equestrian ride today. Come see Orange County as it was yesterday, and as it will be tomorrow.
State and Federal Resources Updates
New MentalHealth.CA.Gov Website Helps Californians Access Support, Provides Transparency on Proposition 1 & California’s Transformation of Behavioral Health
It is now easier for Californians to connect with mental health services, including crisis services, counseling and treatment, real-time support, and specialized resources for children, youth, and older adults.
The office of the CA Governor recently announced MentalHealth.CA.Gov, a new state website offering life-saving resources, links to mental health support hotlines, and resources for all Californians - from youth and young adults, to older Californians, parents and families, veterans, and everyone in between.
It also includes key information on California’s behavioral health system transformation - accelerated by Prop 1 - and links to program and policy specifics.
Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Direct Pay’s Role in Uplifting Communities
The Inflation Reduction Act introduced a new era for clean energy development, particularly for tax-exempt and governmental entities. This toolkit is designed to help local government staff and elected officials understand and leverage Direct Pay provisions to enhance community well-being and sustainability.
Understanding Direct Pay: Direct Pay allows eligible entities to receive payments equivalent to tax credits for clean energy projects. This unprecedented move by the federal government is set to catalyze public sector involvement in the clean energy transition.
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Financial Empowerment: Provides immediate access to funds, increasing the scope and scale of potential projects.
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Uplifting Communities: Facilitates investments in clean energy that lead to job creation, economic growth, and improved public health.
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Environmental Justice: Ensures that the benefits of clean energy reach all communities, including those historically underserved.
Eligibility and Applicable Projects:
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Who’s Eligible: State and local governments, tribal entities, rural cooperatives, and more.
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Project Types: Solar and wind installations, EV charging stations, and clean vehicle fleets are among the qualifying projects.
Southern California Edison’s (SCE) Involvement: SCE is at the forefront of supporting clean energy initiatives that align with the IRA’s goals. Our programs offer rebates for home energy retrofits and support the electrification of transportation, which can be combined with Direct Pay benefits.
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Assess Community Needs: Identify potential clean energy projects that align with community goals. Let SCE know if you are planning any clean energy projects or are applying for funding.
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Review SCE Programs: SCE’s rebates and incentives can complement Direct Pay, providing additional financial support.
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Secure Funding: Apply for Direct Pay by meeting the requirements for both the payment and the underlying tax credit.
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Educate and Engage: Raise awareness among community members about the benefits of clean energy projects.
The IRA’s Direct Pay provision is a game-changer for local governments, enabling them to take decisive action towards a sustainable future. With SCE as a strategic partner, communities can harness the full potential of clean energy to create a healthier, more resilient society.
Pet of the Week
Meet Pet of the Week, Juan Pollo!
Hi friends, I'm Juan Pollo, but you can call me JP. I'm currently in foster (major upgrade, if you ask me!) because I get to lay on the couch and watch TV!
When we first meet, I might get shy but once I know you're chill like me, I like to greet you by walking over and licking your hand! You can also win my heart over with treats. I stay in my crate like a champ when my foster parents are at work, and I know how to ask when it's time to go potty.
I've been learning a lot of commands and so far, I am a master at sit, down, come, drop it, leave it, gentle, and nice! I hope that really impressed you because I sure did impress myself! I would love a home where my adopters can be patient with me as I take my time adjusting to new surroundings. Please consider adopting me by calling OC Animal Care at (714) 935-6848 and mention my Animal ID A1855887!
Please visit our Pet Adoptions page to see more adoptable pets.
Consider opening your heart and home to a temporary four-legged companion by becoming a foster parent! OC Animal Care is overflowing with lovable dogs in need of temporary homes, and we are on a mission to find foster heroes like you! The ongoing rainstorms mean more dogs need us. Can you open your heart and home to a furry friend in need?
Please email ocacprograms@occr.ocogv.com today to be a foster hero!
OC Parks: Summer Concerts and Cinema Series 2024!
Save the Date for the OC Parks Summer Concert and Cinema Series in the Fabulous Fifth District District 5!
Register for Summer Camp Scholarships at Westwind Sailing!
Join Sherman Library and Gardens for Summer Day Camp Fun!
Monday, June 24 – Thursday, June 27
9 am - 12 pm, Ages 7 - 10
Kick off the summer with a full sensory experience! Discover a kaleidoscope of colors and symphony of sounds as we explore the garden. We will blend science and art as we investigate sweet smells and fuzzy feels. Top off the week by making your own garden-inspired tasty treat. Heighten your senses and discover all the wonders of the gardens!
Monday, July 8 – Thursday, July 11
9 am - 12 pm, Ages 7 - 10
We have a mystery in our garden that only a “Sherman Sleuth” can help solve. Learn how everything from the smallest plants to the largest animals are all connected here. You must search for clues and solve riddles to find what has been hidden. Grab a trusty magnifying glass and join us!
San Clemente Chamber of Commerce's Environmental Education Program:
OC Workforce One-Stop: OPEN NOW!
Ready Set OC offers no-cost employment training for Orange County youth ages 14-24, including those with disabilities or IEP plans, former or current foster children, pregnant or parenting, offender/ex-offender, and those experiencing homelessness, including couch-surfing or at risk of homelessness. To find out more information, call the OC Business and Economic Recovery Call Center at (714) 480-6500 or text (657) 210-1295. Email info@readysetoc.com
OC Public Libraries: California State Parks Pass Program
OC Public Libraries is partnering with California State Parks and the California State Library to offer free State Parks vehicle-day use passes, available for circulation at all branches of public libraries in California.
Last year, 9,957 people checked out park passes. Adventure beyond the book allows Californians to access beautiful parks, lakes, beaches, and monuments in the State Parks system for free. Place a hold today!
The goal of the passes is to support parks access equity, removing economic barriers to Californians’ park visits, and that they should be made available to those that need it or may not be using parks already.
To learn more about parks, visit the Parks website.
Click here to learn more about the program.
Batteries and Smoke Alarm Disposal
Out with the old, in with the new — let’s wave goodbye to those old batteries and worn-out smoke alarms!
It’s the perfect time to think about your family’s safety and recharge your battery-operated electronics around the house.
Take charge this coming year and dispose of these items at the nearest Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center.
Collection Centers are open Tuesdays-Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for free disposal.
📍Anaheim Collection Center—1071N. Blue Gum Street, 92806
📍Huntington Beach Collection Center—17121 Nichols Lane, 92647, Gate 6
📍Irvine Collection Center—6411 Oak Canyon, 92618
📍San Juan Capistrano Collection Center—32250 Avenida La Pata, 92675
For more information including a list of what’s accepted visit https://www.oclandfills.com/hazardous-waste
Bulky Item Disposal
Are you an Orange County resident trying to dispose of bulky items like old refrigerators and appliances but not sure how? Start by checking with your local waste hauler. Many haulers offer free bulky item pickups. For information on local haulers and recycling coordinators visit OCLandfills.com/quick-links.
Free Compost and Mulch for OC Residents!
⏰Time for yardwork? OC Waste and Recycling offers free compost and mulch by appointment to OC residents! Schedule a pick up appointment in Irvine or San Juan Capistrano (free compost coming to Brea soon).
🌱Capistrano Greenery in San Juan Capistrano is expanding its hours - compost is now available six days a week, Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. by appointment.
🌱Free compost is also available at the Bee Canyon Greenery in Irvine, Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. by appointment.
For more information on Capistrano Greenery in San Juan Capistrano, Bee Canyon Greenery in Irvine and Valencia Greenery in Brea, along with details on small and large quantities of compost, visit OCLandfills.com/compost.
OC Public Libraries
The 12 County libraries in our district welcome people of all ages. We help them find trusted information and receive supports for lifelong learning!
Check out these upcoming fabulous Fifth District events, and learn more here:
BenefitsCal
Orange County officially switched over to a new benefits enrollment portal called BenefitsCal. This new website replaces the former portal, MyBenefitsCalWIN, as a new simple way for our residents to apply for, view and renew benefits for health coverage, food and cash assistance. Households interested in applying for benefits assistance can now create an account at www.BenefitsCal.com and submit their application or link their old MyBenefitsCalWIN case to their account. For more information about BenefitsCal, including new features and capabilities, click here.
Orange County Resources
UPDATED LINK: Alert OC
Sign up for AlertOC to get notified in case of emergency in Orange County. The mass notification system is designed to keep Orange County residents and businesses informed in the event of a time-sensitive emergency. YOU MUST OPT IN TO RECEIVE ALERTS. Register today at this link!
Equity in OC - NEW!
Are you in charge of a grassroots organization? the Equity in OC initiative is releasing a POWER BUILDING FUND to provide smaller, grassroots organizations with the opportunity to build their infrastructure and/or capacity
Learn More: Here
Committee Appointments
If you have questions or comments that you'd like to share, in relation to the committees below, please email me at Katrina.Foley@ocgov.com
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