Honoring America's 250th Birthday on Flag Day  

Addressing the Impacts of HR1 

During our visit to Sacramento, I met with Orange County’s legislative delegation as state budget negotiations entered their final stage. I thanked lawmakers for advancing key county priorities, including funding for housing and homelessness services, behavioral health, indigent care, county-administered programs, and Proposition 36 implementation. 

While we made real progress, important work remains. Orange County has already taken steps to address fiscal challenges through hiring freezes, spending reductions, and a 5% cut to Board office budgets. As the County continues to budget responsibly, state leaders must preserve these commitments in the final budget and step up for counties.  

I encourage residents to contact their legislators and advocate for continued support for Orange County as budget negotiations move forward. Find your representative here. 

LOSSAN Update 

The LOSSAN Board of Directors received and filed the LOSSAN Corridor Trends report this week. This breakdown of ridership, revenue, train timing, and ticket sales helps us advance accessibility to train rides in Orange County. For every dollar we spend on running the Pacific Surfliner, steady ticket sales cover $0.60 cents. Orange County outperforms the state’s 50% requirement and keeps our trains running in solid financial shape.  

As we prepare to host the Olympics in 2028, local leaders team up to welcome visitors with reliable regional rail. Our Senate Bill 1098 Working Group shared updates on coordination, funding, and safety efforts to prepare Southern California’s rail system as the Games approach. 

OC Sailing & Events Center Update  

Ahead of our Public Outreach meeting, I joined OC Parks and the LPA team to discuss the long-term master plan for the OC Sailing & Events Center. Building on the Board's approval of a master planning contract, we continue modernizing this vital Dana Point resource to expand public access and strengthen coastal programming at Dana Point Harbor’s most important public asset. We want to hear from you throughout this process. Join us at the first public meeting in August—stay tuned for more details!   

OC Public Works Update 

In this week's meeting with OC Public Works, we discussed advancing safe, sustainable infrastructure. We look forward to making our beautiful outdoors more accessible for residents, with rehabilitated pavement in Las Flores, as well as expanded conservation education in Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness, and cleaner, greener vegetation management across the Fifth District. All three initiatives reflect our commitment to maintaining resilient public spaces that serve community safety and stewardship of our environment.  

Rancho Mission Viejo Updates 

As District Five grows, my office continues our work shaping a safe, accessible Rancho Mission Viejo for our residents. Already, we move forward with expansion and safety upgrades Cow Camp Road, Ortega Highway, and Los Patrones Parkway, for more efficient, reliable commutes. 

Capistrano Beach Sand Placement 

Recent south swells have taken a visible toll on beloved beaches across Orange County, including Capistrano Beach. Fortunately, the roughly 11,000 cubic yards of sand we placed at Capistrano Beach in recent weeks protects vital public infrastructure, including the LOSSAN Rail Corridor, California Coastal trail, storm drain and water quality treatment facilities, and Pacific Coast Highway. At Poche Beach, elevated tides unfortunately flooded the catwalk access area. Catwalk and beach currently remain open.  

Looking ahead, the Capistrano-Doheny Nature Based Shoreline Adaptation Project will provide a more resilient, long-term solution to keeping sediment in place.  

Recognizing Juneteenth  

Black history is American history. On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, with news that enslaved people were free, more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. I encourage you to stop by the Great Park Juneteenth celebration tomorrow. 

Today we recognize the painful legacy of slavery in our nation and honor the resilience, courage, and contributions of generations of Black Americans. We also reflect on our enduring capacity to emerge from even the darkest chapters of our history with hope and a renewed commitment to a more perfect union. Learn more here.   

A Week of Engagement  

This week, we celebrated the neighbors shaping the Fabulous Fifth’s legacy of service and sustainability.  

At the San Clemente Elks Lodge, we honored Flag Day and the “Elks Care, Elks Share” support of local veterans. We also joined Friendship Shelter in support of their full spectrum of services dedicated to ending homelessness, including outreach, shelter, financial assistance, and permanent housing. 

Meanwhile, our Fifth District Monarch Butterfly Committee shared milkweed seeds at Cool Irvine Eco Fair, to empower Orange County residents to help us nurture our endangered monarch butterfly population back to health. We also celebrated a milestone anniversary for Dana Wharf Sportfishing and Whale Watching -- 55 years of advancing coastal protection and ocean adventures for Orange County families. 

Happy Father’s Day weekend to all the fathers in the Fabulous Fifth District who embody strength, wisdom, and love.  

On this first Father's Day without my dad, I remain grateful for his enduring love, hard work ethic, and memories I still laugh and smile about. I hope you all enjoy a wonderful weekend with your loved ones.

OC approves creek herbicide pause: Wagner and Foley clash over next steps 

Orange County Grand Jury Calls for Reforms to Remove 2 Elected Leaders 

Effort to get San Clemente Pier dressed up for 2028 Olympics and its centennial is underway 

FOLEY REPORT: OC Supervisor Katrina Foley updates on public safety in Costa Mesa, expanded transit options and JWA clean tech aircraft advancements 

Apply to Join a Commission! 

As the broader Dana Point Harbor Revitalization moves forward, the OC Sailing & Events Center (OCSEC), located next to Baby Beach, continues to see meaningful enhancements thanks to County investment. Since opening in 1985, OCSEC has served as an important community hub, offering recreational programs, public restrooms, meeting spaces, and special event venues for the public.  

Recently, the Board approved a contract to begin developing a long-term master plan for the entire OCSEC campus. This effort will evaluate future opportunities for key facilities such as the Cove Room, Pilot House, Boat House, picnic areas, and parking and pedestrian access points, focusing on how OCSEC can continue to serve the community for decades to come. Public engagement will be an essential part of this process, so please stay tuned for details on upcoming community meetings.  

To address immediate needs, the County is currently undergoing short term facility enhancements at OCSEC. These improvements include essential building repairs, ADA upgrades, demolition and replacement of aging storage structures, and expanded classroom space for program users. Additionally, the aging north and south docks are being replaced with modern infrastructure for more accessible boating access.  

Together, these projects reflect a comprehensive County investment for the future of Dana Point Harbor, supporting community programming, improving aging facilities, and ensuring residents can continue enjoying this treasured waterfront destination for years to come.

OC Social Services Updates 

Starting January 1, 2026, when you apply for or renew your Medi-Cal, we will look at what you own. This is called an asset check. Assets are things you own that have value. You may be affected if you:  

• Are age 65 and older and meet the household income limit for Medi-Cal 

• Have a disability (physical, mental, or 

• developmental) 

• Live in a nursing home 

• Are in a family that makes too much money to qualify under federal tax rules 

To learn more about these asset limits, visit here.  

15 Years of Measure M 

See how Measure M is improving Orange County with better streets, freeways, transit and environmental programs. Celebrate 15 years of progress with OCTA and explore what’s ahead through 2041. Learn more at: octa.net/MeasureM15 

Metrolink Weekends - Ride for $10! 

Avoid traffic and enjoy Metrolink! Metrolink Weekends offers $10 round-trip fares, and youth 17 and under ride free. Enter our weekly drawings for a chance to win a pair of Metrolink tickets or for the monthly grand prize: a $100 gift card plus two Metrolink tickets. For more information and to enter, visit metrolinkdaycations.com. 

The OCTA Teen Council offers high school students an opportunity to learn about transportation-related projects. Members focus on building leadership, communication, and teamwork skills. 

Apply today: https://www.octa.net/teencouncil

OC Bus - Commute Calculator  

Daily commute costs add up fast, but there is a smarter and more affordable way to get around. Ride OC Bus and see how much you can save with our new commute calculator. Learn more: octa.net/getting-around/bus/oc-bus/commute-calculator 

Construction Updates: Ladera Ranch Curb Ramps

Call for Artists 

OC Streetcar arrives in 2026! Local artists are invited to submit portfolios for a chance to be featured in marketing campaigns. Learn more: octa.net/artists   

Support Ocean Friendly Businesses 

This month, Surfrider celebrates the incredible Ocean Friendly Restaurants and Hotels that are leading the way in reducing single-use plastics and protecting our ocean. Join us in showing our ocean friendly businesses some much deserved love and appreciation! 

Aliso Viejo 

Costa Mesa 

Dana Point 

Irvine 

Laguna Niguel 

Laguna Woods

Newport Beach 

San Clemente 

San Juan Capistrano