As we also get closer to the state’s projected reopening date of June 15th, there is so much excitement. But there’s also some confusion, especially on the CDC’s latest guidance. So I wanted to share some updates as we look forward to reopening!
Second, the County’s Super Pods will close on June 6th, with the County moving to mobile pods moving forward. This helps us reach the harder-to-reach communities and brings vaccination shots closer. Until then, all of the pods are accepting walk-up appointments, and we encourage you to take advantage of them!
It’s also been a busy week at the office, as we continue to strengthen our relationships with the communities across the Second District. Earlier in the week, I attended Huntington Beach Kiwanis’s 60th anniversary lunch. What a tremendous accomplishment and so many years of service!
My team and I also toured John Wayne Airport, as a part of our continued effort to learn airport operations, so we can better support the airport especially as our travel and tourism industry rebounds. I was joined by my JWA committee appointee Sue Dvorak, who has provided a brief update under airport transparency.
Throughout the week, I also provided community updates, including to the Rossmoor Homeowner’s Association, the Newport Beach Chamber Governmental Affairs committee, and the North Orange County Chamber.
I also joined Chairman Do and Sheriff Barnes in attending and speaking at the Association of Orange County Deputy Sheriff (AOCDS)’s Fallen Officer memorial, recognizing the officers who have lost their lives in the line of service. We honor and recognize your sacrifice.
I was also able to catch up with some of our frontline medical providers at our mobile clinic in Costa Mesa. Thank you for all that you do!
And finally, my team and I were able to join Vice Chair Chaffee, Mayor Traut and the Buena Park City Council at the Knott’s Berry Farm back in their 100th Anniversary Preview night. Our visit was such an important reminder: as long as we stay the course and continue to get vaccinated, we can soon return to living our best lives!
Warmest regards,
Supervisor, District Two
Orange County Board of Supervisors
WEEKLY UPDATE FROM DISTRICT 2 COVID-19 OFFICER, DEPUTY COS NICK ANAS:
It was great being back in Costa Mesa for our second shot clinic!
Orange County, thanks for all of your hard work. We’re now in the Yellow Tier! Are you unsure of what that means? Click here for a full update.
But let’s keep going. Here’s what you need to know to get vaccinated in District 2:
First, more than 2,000,000 residents have received at least one dose of the vaccine. If you need assistance in securing an appointment, please contact our office.
OC Fairgrounds Super POD: The OC Fairground Super POD is open until June 5th , with no appointments necessary! The hours are 8am – 5pm, except for Thursdays, which have extended hours to 12pm – 8pm!
Find a Community Clinic Near You! Community members interested in receiving a vaccination are encouraged to access the schedule of upcoming mobile PODs by visiting Othena.com. No appointments are necessary, walk-ins are are available at all mobile PODs.
The Share Our Selves (SOS) Family Health Center is offering vaccination opportunities at their Newport Beach location and throughout our District. They can be reached at (949) 270-2153.
CVS is offering walk-In vaccines with no appointments necessary at 116 locations in Orange County. To check availability, visit www.cvs.com.
Albertsons is offering walk-ins and appointments for the vaccine. Appointments are available up to 15 minutes prior to your desired time. Check availability today!
Costco is offering appointments at its locations in Fountain Valley and Huntington Beach. Learn more.
The Minerva Scholarship Program by Women in California Leadership is accepting applications until May 31st. This scholarship empowers women and supports their advancement in the State of California. To find out more information about this scholarship visit here.
Calling all teachers and school administrators. Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris is pleased to share that she will be recognizing outstanding K-12 students in Orange County at the close of this school year! Nominate a student by May 28th & for more information, please visit here.
We are calling all high school and college students to participate in our t-shirt design competition for our beach clean-up this summer. Submissions are due by May 19th and the winner will be recognized at the beach clean-up by a local artist. To find out more information about the competition look here.
COUNTY NEWS:
We’re sharing some updates from our Constituent Affairs Managers today!
Remember, if you’re ever in need of County assistance, please email katrina.foley@ocgov.com to connect!
AVERY
(Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Seal Beach)
This week has been a busy one! We’re hard at work to serve the 2nd District.
One of my highlights of this week was to present certificates at the Fountain Valley City Council Meeting to the Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities! Thank you again to Chairman John Borack especially, for all of your hard work!
While at the meeting, I gave an update on our office’s progress and upcoming events, something I also presented at the Huntington Beach City Council Meeting as well.
Supervisor Foley and I also attended the 60th Anniversary Lunch of the Huntington Beach Kiwanis to celebrate the wonderful work that they do for the community!
We felt very lucky to see our friends at the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce several times this week, with Supervisor Foley giving an update to the Government Affairs Committee meeting, while I proudly presented a certificate to a new chiropractic office in Newport Beach.
Coming up, Supervisor Foley and I will be at the raising of the Pride Flag for Harvey Milk Day this Saturday morning in Huntington Beach, and I invite you to join us. I’m also helping plan Coffee with Katrina events – please email me to let me know your favorite coffee houses in Huntington Beach, Newport Beach or Seal Beach!
MANUEL
(Costa Mesa, Cypress, Huntington Beach - Oak View, Rossmoor)
What a week!
One of my favorite parts of working with the office is our ability to directly work with constituents on projects that matter to us!
Last Saturday, I was so proud to join Costa Mesa residents in Love Costa Mesa Day, where I helped repaint a neighborhood park!
This week, I also attended a town hall with United Domestic Workers, where I was able to engage with them on their concerns. The Supervisor and I also had a great time attending the Costa Mesa Chamber’s Les Miller Scholarship Award Ceremony, where we met so many inspiring young students who succeeded despite COVID-19!
We’re so proud of all of you!
Finally, I was proud to welcome the Top My Workout Gym in a grand opening in Los Alamitos. We love helping businesses get their start, and supporting their growth in our district!
Remember: if you’d like us to support the grand opening of your business, please reach out to us!
QUESTIONS ABOUT COVID VACCINES? THE COUNTY HAS A RESOURCE!
Vaccination is one of the most important tools to end the COVID-19 pandemic!
Orange County will equitably distribute a safe and effective vaccine to everyone who lives or works in Orange County, ages 12 and older* as supply is available.
The OC Health Care Agency is scheduling vaccines through the Othena.com platform (and apps), and you can learn more from covidvaccinefacts.com.
PET OF THE WEEK!
We’re back to share another Pet of the Week from the Animal Care Shelter at the County of Orange!
Meet Ada!
OC Pet Info says: 7-year-old Ada was brought to OC Animal Care when her owners were forced to relocate and could not take Ada along with them.
Ada’s first few days at the shelter were challenging. She was often found hiding in the back of her kennel and was unable to tolerate even the most minimal handling from the shelter volunteers. Ada was initially scared and untrusting of people but after a week of slow interactions, our kennel staff were finally able to brush her and give her small amounts of hands-on attention.
After a month of these types of daily connections, Ada blossomed! She is now an affectionate lovebug who enjoys rolling in catnip and playing with toys! Are you willing to give this sweet girl a second chance at a great life? If so, please call 714-935-6848 to schedule an adoption appointment to meet Ada!
Please call 714-935-6848 to schedule an adoption appointment to meet Fergie!
ANIMAL ID: A1716078
CITY UPDATES
We’re excited to help share news from the cities in our 2nd District! If you have an update you’d like to share, please send them to: D2Social@ocgov.com
BUENA PARK
The OC One-Stop Mobile Unit is currently at the City of Buena Park every Monday in May. If you are looking for a job, they can help you find employment.
The Mobile Unit will be parked in the Buena Park Library parking lot from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and will provide services by appointment only.
Last Saturday May 15, the City of Costa Mesa’s Mayor John Stephens, along with councilmembers Chavez, Gameros and Harlan, joined city staff at Love Costa Mesa, alongisde a long list of community partners who worked on over 50 projects to enhance and beautify the community.
Love Costa Mesa is organized by Trellis, a local faith-based group. This year Trellis said the Love Costa Mesa event resulted in close to 1,000 volunteers taking part in more than 50 projects benefiting thousands of people, including military troop members, school staff, front line workers, the elderly, homeless children and youth and multiple neighbors.
Volunteers and City Senior Center staff conduct another successful vaccine effort
On Tuesday, May 11 and Saturday May 15 Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue CERT volunteers joined forces with the Senior Center staff and worked a vaccine POD, in support of the OC Health Care Agency.
CERT volunteers and local nurses have supported five vaccine PODs this year with each POD administering more than 400 vaccinations.
CYPRESS
It's not too late to sign up for the Cypress Summer Youth Sports Camps!
Volleyball, soccer, basketball, and a wide range of other sports programs for children aged 8 to 14 are available! Spots fill up quickly, so sign up as soon as possible! Health and safety regulations established by the state and county will be followed.
HUNTINGTON BEACH
PUBLIC SURVEY!
The city wants residents to take a survey about securing housing in Huntington beach, and the vision for what housing stock should look like!
Please mark your calendars for June 19th and come join us at Rush Park in Rossmoor for the Family Foodie Festival. Please register using the links below to sign up for available commercial/craft vendor space or to be an entertainment act for the event.
The City of Stanton will be hosting its first-ever art exhibit on Saturday, May 22 at Stanton Central Park. Join us as we celebrate the creative works of over 140 artists in our community. Come celebrate their work, enjoy live performances from local artists, and enjoy a day of colorful fun for the entire family.
The Airport Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the following:
Approve a Job Order Contract (JOC) to Sully-Miller Contracting Company for pavement maintenance & repair services at JWA. The contract is executed by the Director of OC Public Works, and staff claims that the purpose of the JOC program is to expedite services for maintenance and repair work on an as-needed basis.
JWA staff indicated that video recording and publicly posting Commission meetings might present some problems. We will continue to pursue better transparency.
CALLING ALL INTERNS!
I’m excited to announce our office is also accepting applications for our 2nd District internship program. To apply or to learn more information, please send a cover letter and resume to Katrina.Foley@OCGOV.com.
Please contact our office if you have any requests for certificates, meetings or need assistance with any County services by emailing Katrina.foley.@ocgov.com
