| September 4, 2015 |
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Volume 3 Issue 27 |
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| Supervisor Spitzer Attends Supervisor Do’s Reception to Honor Mexican Consul for Santa Ana Mario Cuevas |
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Chairman and Third District Supervisor Todd Spitzer, Mexican Consul for Santa Ana Mario Cuevas, Vice Chair and Fifth District Supervisor Lisa Bartlett and First District Supervisor Andrew Do |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer attended the reception hosted by Supervisor Andrew Do to welcome Mexican Consul for Santa Ana Mario Cuevas. Supervisor Todd Spitzer acknowledged the opportunities that Orange County has to work cooperatively with Mexico on important shared issues and the economy.
The event was also attended by Second District Supervisor Michelle Steel, OC Sheriff-Coroner Sandra Hutchens, Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait, Anaheim Mayor Pro Tem Lucille Kring, Anaheim City Council Member and others. |
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| Board of Supervisors Recognize Tammy Osborn for her Service to Animals in Orange County |
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Chairman and Third District Supervisor Todd Spitzer, Vice Chair and Fifth District Supervisor Lisa Bartlett, OC Animal Care Director Jennifer Hawkins, DVM, Tammy Osborn, Second District Supervisor Michelle Steel |
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This week the Board of Supervisors recognized Tammy Osborn for dedicating more than 30 years of her life to animal advocacy. Tammy was hired at OC Animal Care 21 years ago and began her career as a kennel attendant at the shelter. Over time, she took on more responsibilities and eventually moved up to the supervisory position of Kennel Lieutenant. Ten years ago, Tammy was promoted into the newly created position of Adoption Partner Coordinator, where her primary focus is helping the shelter’s special needs pets find placement with 501(c) (3) rescue organizations.
During the past ten years, Tammy has elevated the program, partnering with more than 150 Adoption Partners that save more than 4,000 shelter pets each year.
For more information about OC Animal Care and pet adoptions, click here. |
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| September is National Emergency Preparedness Month |
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(Portions courtesy of OC Sheriff’s Department)
September is National Emergency Preparedness Month and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department encourages County residents to prepare and plan for emergency and disaster events.
National Preparedness Month was founded after 9/11 to increase preparedness. First responders and emergency managers understand that there will be an overwhelming demand to reach people in distress following a disaster. Getting to every person quickly following an emergency will simply not be possible – especially if trees and power lines are down. It’s imperative that community members take the necessary steps to prepare for emergencies. The more people who are prepared for a disaster, the quicker the community will recover afterwards.
Below are some tips to prepare yourself, your family and your loved ones for any emergency.
- Get a Kit: Keep enough emergency supplies on hand for you and those in your care, including water, non-perishable food, first aid, prescriptions, flashlights and a battery-powered radio. For a complete checklist of supplies, visit www.ReadyOC.org.
- Make a Plan: Discuss, agree on, and document an emergency plan with those in your care. For sample plans, see www.ReadyOC.org. Work with your neighbors, colleagues and others to build a community network of resilience.
- Be Informed: Information is available to assist you from federal, state and local resources. You can find preparedness information by:
- Signing up for emergency alerts and notifications at www.AlertOC.com.
- Accessing www.ReadyOC.org to learn what to do before, during, and after an emergency.
- Contacting your local emergency management department and ask for a tour and information about preparedness.
To find out more about National Preparedness Month, click here: http://www.ready.gov/september. |
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| Orange County Leads Effort to Protect Commercially Sexually Exploited Children |
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 (Portions courtesy of Orange County Social Services Agency)
The Orange County Board of Supervisors took another step this week in leading the effort to protect children who have been sexually exploited. The Board approved a resolution affirming the commitment of the County of Orange to address the significant needs of the county’s Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (CSEC) population. This is the second action by the Board of Supervisors in recent months that demonstrates Orange County’s commitment to work collaboratively to identify, protect and serve these vulnerable children and youth.
“Protecting and helping children to recover from sexual exploitation is a critical need in Orange County and in our overall society,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman Todd Spitzer. “Crisis intervention, medical treatment and counseling are just a few of the crucial issues that demand our resources. I’m proud to serve on the Commercially Sexually Exploited Children Steering Committee and that the Board of Supervisors are committed to helping kids in crisis.”
In addition, August 26, 2015 marked the second convening of Orange County’s Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (CSEC) Steering Committee, co-chaired by Orange County Board of Supervisors Chairman Todd Spitzer, Presiding Judge of the Orange County Juvenile Court Maria Hernandez and Director of the Orange County Social Services Agency’s Children and Family Services Division Gary Taylor. The CSEC Steering Committee is an integral component of the broader County CSEC Plan, approved by the Orange County Board of Supervisors on June 23, 2015, with the goal of uniting various County agencies, community service providers and survivors toward the early identification of victims through ongoing trauma-informed case management services.
Members of the CSEC Steering Committee discussed items such as the implementation of immediate and ongoing services for identified victims of commercial sexual exploitation through a Multidisciplinary Team. Services may include trauma-informed crisis intervention, medical evaluation and treatment, substance abuse assessment and counseling, therapeutic support and the engagement of family members in the intervention process. The Committee also explored options for long-term support and stabilization for CSEC youth, including referrals to community programs and a possible shelter and drop-in center designed to specifically meet the needs of CSEC youth. |
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| John Wayne Airport Provides Labor Day Weekend Travel Tips |
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 (Portions courtesy of John Wayne Airport)
John Wayne Airport (JWA) anticipates a busier-than-normal travel period from Thursday, September 3 through Tuesday, September 8 during the Labor Day holiday weekend. More than 151,000 passengers traveled through JWA during the same period in 2014 with the busiest travel days being the Thursday and Friday before Labor Day.
During this holiday period, JWA travelers can visit ocair.com for real-time flight status as well as construction activities around the Riley Terminal. Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead and exercise caution when navigating Airport roadways and follow posted speed limits.
For more information regarding John Wayne Airport click here. |
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| Pet of the Week |
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| Events Around the District |
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Anaheim
Toddler Time
Tuesday, September 8, 2015, 11:00 AM
Canyon Hills Branch Library, 400 Scout Trail
Family Storytime at East Anaheim
Saturday, September 5, 2015, 11:00 AM
East Anaheim Branch Library, 8201 E. Santa Ana Canyon Rd.
Irvine
Certified Farmers Market
Sunday, September 6, 10:00 AM
Orange County Great Park, 6950 Marine Way
Drought Survival Expo
Sunday, September 12, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Irvine Ranch Water District, 15600 Sand Canyon Ave.
Orange
Lisi Pigglepen’s Play Place
Monday, September 7, 10:30 AM
Orange Public Library & History Center, 407 E. Chapman Ave.
STEAM for Teens - Explore the Art of 3D Printing
Wednesday, September 12, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Orange Public Library & History Center, 407 E. Chapman Ave.
Silverado
Silverado Summer Concert Series
Saturday, September 19, 6:00 PM
Silverado Fairgrounds, Community Center 27641 Silverado Canyon Rd.
Tustin
Farmers Market
Wednesday, September 9, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
El Camino Real & 3rd St.
9-11 Remembrance
Friday, September 11, 5:00 PM
City Hall, 300 Centennial Way
Villa Park
Book Club
Wednesday, September 16, 3:00 PM
Villa Park Library, 17865 Santiago Blvd.
Yorba Linda
Concert in the Park, Stone Soul
Saturday, September 5, 10:00 AM
Yorba Linda Public Library, 18181 Imperial Hwy.
Nixon Library Concert, British Brass Band, Linda Taylor, Director
Sunday, September 6, 1:30 PM
Richard Nixon Presidential Library & Museum, 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd.
For questions or comments regarding Spitzer’s E-Newsletter
please contact the Supervisor's office staff at: (714) 834-3330 or Melanie.Eustice@ocgov.com
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