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450 job seekers and 72 employers participated in the annual career fair held in Tustin. The event was all about connection – bringing together people ready to work and businesses looking for talented individuals.
 At a time when so much of the job search process has become impersonal, and it can be a struggle to stand out, this all-in-person event allowed employers to meet individual job seekers face to face and get to know the whole person beyond what is inside the four corners of a resume.
 Conducted by OC Community Service and the OC Workforce Solutions team, the event was a partnership with the Tustin Chamber of Commerce and our office. It was my pleasure to welcome the employers and attendees, along with Nancy Cook, our Workforce Development Director, and Anna Ullman, CEO of the Tustin Chamber.
I want to thank the City of Tustin for hosting the event at the Columbus Tustin Recreation Center and Karen Caswelch and Maria Linares, who represent my office on the Workforce Development Board, for joining us at the event.
 This event played a vital role in expanding economic opportunities for our hardworking residents and families while strengthening our entire community. By bridging the gap between job seekers pursuing new or better opportunities and employers striving to meet their evolving workforce needs, it provided an essential connection, especially in today's challenging labor market.
OC Workforce Solutions provides opportunities and resources for both youth and adult job seekers. County residents can take advantage of training and development opportunities as well as a full range of services if they are seeking a new job, career growth, or a change in careers.
As a result of changes made to the program by the federal government and passed by Congress in July 2025, Cal Fresh recipients now face additional eligibility and documentation requirements. These changes were part of H.R. 1, also known as the administration’s One Big Beautiful Bill.
Beginning on June 1, 2026, some CalFresh applicants and recipients will need to prove they meet Work and Community Engagement requirements to qualify for benefits.
To receive CalFresh, which provides funds to buy healthy food, able-bodied adults without dependents, or ABAWDs, ages 18-64 must prove they are spending at least 20 hours a week, or an average of 80 hours a month, performing one or any combination of the following activities: working, volunteering, or completing job training.
While CalFresh applicants must prove they meet the Work and Community Engagement requirements starting June 1, 2026, current recipients will not need to do so until their annual renewal date.
The requirements follow April 1, 2026, discontinuance of benefits for certain immigration classifications, including refugees, parolees, and asylees, as determined at application or renewal time.
Residents seeking food assistance can visit 211OC.org or dial 2-1-1 to speak with a live specialist and connect to local food resources, as well as other health and human services including housing, healthcare, employment assistance and more.
For more information on these and upcoming changes, please click here.
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It was a pleasure to join with the students, teachers, and administration at Santa Ana High School to celebrate the graduation of the class of 2026.
It is always an honor to speak to the graduates and share a day of celebration and pride in their accomplishment, and to share words of encouragement as their journey continues into the future. No matter where life takes them, they should never forget their roots, their resilience, and the community that believes in them.
 But the day was also a time to recognize and congratulate the parents, grandparents, and families that supported their students – it was moving to see families celebrating and sharing moments of love with the students. Their contributions and sacrifices did not go unnoticed.
 To all the graduates at all our great high schools, congratulations. We are proud of and believe in you!
I recently had the honor of attending the Eid al-Adha celebration at the Anaheim Convention Center and addressing the many families gathered there from across Orange County.
Eid is a time of faith, reflection, compassion, and unity, and it was inspiring to see so many community members come together in celebration. Though many in the community felt unsafe as they were still dealing with the attack on the Islamic Center of San Diego, the community came together, and I was glad to be able to offer my support.
 Orange County’s strength comes from our diversity, and that day was a beautiful reminder of the importance of standing together in peace, respect, and community.
Thank you to the Islamic Society of Orange County and all the organizers, volunteers, and leaders who made this meaningful gathering possible. Eid Mubarak to all those celebrating!
Each June, we celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month and honor the contributions of the community and the ongoing fight for equality.
Pride traces its roots to the Stonewall Uprising in June 1969, when LGBTQ+ people in New York City stood up against harassment and discrimination in a defining moment for the movement. Their courage galvanized generations of advocacy and progress that continue today.
 We cannot forget that Pride began as a protest. It was an act of resistance against violence, injustice, and systemic oppression. Even now, in the face of renewed challenges and a national political climate where some seek to roll back the progress made, the community continues to persevere and lead with strength, resilience, and love.
To all those who advocate for justice, inclusion, and dignity for all, thank you. Your voices matter more than ever as we continue the fight for inclusion and support the rights of all people to live openly, be respected for who they are, and thrive in our County.
From April to May 2026, OC Operations and Maintenance completed 397 encampment cleanups across Orange County Flood Control District facilities. Of these, 265 cleanups, just over 66%, were completed within District 2. Almost 70% of the locations cleared occurred within the City of Santa Ana. With 184 locations addressed, encampment mitigation efforts in Santa Ana were approximately 6 times higher than in the next highest city, Tustin, which recorded 30 locations.
Below are some of the before-and-after images of the ongoing work. Thank you to OC Public Works for their great efforts. Click here to request services.
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Summer is upon us, which means so is Mosquito season. You may have noticed an increase in the number of mosquitoes in your area – with the warmer temperatures, it takes a small amount of standing water to create a breeding ground.
Eliminating potential mosquito breeding sources can provide a dramatic reduction in mosquito populations. OC Vector Control staff work to inform property owners as to ways in which they can remove these sources, such as by emptying containers holding water. Staff also work with large land managers to restore and maintain water flow or circulation in systems that become clogged with sediment and debris or overrun with vegetation.
It can be as simple as looking around planters and other containers in the yard to ensure they are not holding water. To learn the various ways you can eliminate breeding sources around your home, please click here.
To report an issue with mosquitoes in your area, you can reach out to vector control here.
As we prepare for the FIFA World Cup matches taking place in Southern California, OCTA is sharing transit options available to residents and visitors traveling to and from match events.
In addition to enhanced rail service, OCTA will be promoting available bus service connections that can help customers reach regional destinations and transit hubs during the World Cup period. Find additional information here.
Metrolink will operate enhanced rail service from June 12 through July 10 to support travel during the World Cup. Information regarding schedules and service details are available here.
For cities with Metrolink stations, Metrolink has developed a World Cup Station Toolkit containing promotional materials and resources that can be shared through city communication channels. The toolkit is available here.
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