| June 7, 2017 |
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Volume 5 Issue 12 |
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| OC Drowning Prevention Task Force Summer Kickoff |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer leads the OC Drowning Prevention Task Force Summer Kickoff at the Newport Beach Pier on Thursday, June 1st.
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer led members of the OC Drowning Prevention Task Force at the Summer Kickoff press event at McFadden Square in Newport Beach on Thursday, June 1st. Supervisor Spitzer serves as Public Safety Outreach chair for the task force this year.
L-R: Newport Beach Council Member Diane Dixon, OCFA Chief Jeff Bowman, Julie Lopiccolo, Chris Carlson, Olympian Kaleigh Gilchrist and Supervisor Todd Spitzer at the OCDP Summer Kickoff Press Conference. |
Drowning is the number one cause of death among children one to four years old, accounting for half the drowning fatalities in Orange County each year. Of the other half, most victims are adults 50-years and older, often occurring when a victim swims alone.
Our multi-lingual awareness campaign this year includes OC Transit bus wraps, on-line digital messages, public service announcements at Angels games, the promotion of water-watcher tags to designate a responsible water safety monitor at all times, and public outreach staffing at summer events throughout the county.
Our fundamental message is: drowning is preventable. Our public safety outreach slogans are simple reminders:
- It only takes seconds to drown.
- Always watch your child around water.
- Think twice – bring a buddy & don’t swim alone.
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Staff member Christina Brown and intern Landon Eustice with Supervisor Spitzer representing the OC Drowning Prevention Task Force at the Doheny Blues Festival on Sunday, May 21st in Dana Point. |
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| MADD Law Enforcement and Prosecutor Recognition Awards |
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Supervisor Spitzer with OC Sheriff’s deputies at the 2017 MADD Law Enforcement and Prosecutor Recognition Awards Luncheon on June 2nd.
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Supervisor Spitzer thanked members of the law enforcement community and MADD for their work. |
Supervisor Todd Spitzer is proud to work with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) to promote awareness and public safety. A member of the MADD Advisory Board and 2016 Pursuit of Justice Award winner, Supervisor Spitzer was invited to speak at the 2017 Law Enforcement and Prosecutor Recognition Luncheon on Saturday, June 2nd. Several exceptional individuals were recognized for their commitment and service in fighting drunk driving.
City of Orange Police Officer Sharif Muzayan was honored with the MADD Community Hero Award for leading his department in DUI arrests last year despite missing several months with a severe injury. Officer Muzayan nearly lost his life, and his left leg, when a suspected DUI driver plowed in to him while on he was on duty.
Supervisor Spitzer posed with MADD Southern California Executive Director Patricia Rillera and OC Deputy District Attorney Suzie Price. |
MADD’s mission is to prevent drunk and drugged driving, support victims, and discourage underage drinking. Impaired driving continues to be a leading cause of death and injuries in America, but thanks to the efforts of MADD, the law enforcement community, and families of victims, awareness of this issue has increased tremendously. At the event, Supervisor Spitzer thanked these groups for their instrumental work. As a former prosecutor Supervisor Spitzer knows the importance of our law enforcement’s work in this issue. As a father, he knows necessity of keeping our families safe. |
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Supervisor Spitzer with members of the City of Orange Police Department and MADD Community Hero Award winner Officer Sharif Muzayen with his wife Vanessa |
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| Supervisors Declare May 26th “John Wayne Day” |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer, Supervisor Lisa Bartlett, Ethan Wayne, Newport Beach Councilmember Diane Dixon, Chair Michelle Steel, Vice Chair Andrew Do at the June 6th Board of Supervisors Meeting.
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| The Board of Supervisors decided to commend the memory of actor and Orange County icon John Wayne by declaring May 26th as “John Wayne Day” in Orange County. During the June 6th Board Meeting, Supervisor Todd Spitzer, Chairwoman Michelle Steel, Supervisor Andrew Do, Supervisor Bartlett, and Newport Beach Councilmember Diane Dixon welcomed Ethan Wayne, son of John Wayne, to represent his family. |
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| Supervisor Spitzer helps OCFA Promote Wildlands Fire Preparedness |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer with Canyons Community organizer Joanne Hubble and members of the OCFA Helicopter Crew at the Wildlands Fire Prevention Press Conference on Wednesday, May 31. |
Peak wildfire season is fast approaching and Supervisor Spitzer stood with OC Fire Authority Officers and fire fighters to promote wildfire preparedness for the coming dry season. There are important steps you can take to help keep you and your home safe from wildfires. The Orange County Fire Authority recommends residents keep a watchful eye on backyard barbeques and remove non-native plants, which may be less fire resistant, to restore the natural habitat. The OCFA also asks that the public report any suspicious persons, behavior, and vehicles that are not familiar to the area to reduce the risk of arson. Finally, be sure to implement and practice an evacuation plan for your family and pets in the event of a fire emergency. |
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| Supervisor Spitzer Discusses OC Criminal Justice Crisis on Local Edition |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer appears this month on a segment of Local Edition with anchor Brad Pomerance
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The severe crisis of eroding public trust in the Orange County Criminal Justice system is the topic of discussion as Supervisor Todd Spitzer appears on a segment of Local Edition airing throughout the month on Spectrum Cable systems.
Supervisor Spitzer discussed the deepening scandal within the OC District Attorney’s office that now includes three former OCDA investigators alleging felonious misconduct and corruption by the D.A., prosecution supervisors and other staff members. That’s in addition to the continuing jailhouse snitch scandal that is growing wider as an Orange County Superior Court judge seeks discovery.
Look for Supervisor Spitzer’s appearance on Local Edition with anchor Brad Pomerance on Spectrum Cable systems in Orange County and throughout the State of California during the month of June. |
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| Supervisor Spitzer is Recruiting for the OC Ethics Commission |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer with Canyons Community organizer Joanne Hubble and members of the OCFA Helicopter Crew at the Wildlands Fire Prevention Press Conference on Wednesday, May 31. |
Supervisor Todd Spitzer is looking for a service-minded individual of the highest integrity for appointment to the Orange County Ethics Commission.
Supervisor Spitzer has fought to establish a County ethics commission since his current term in office began in 2013.
In March of this year, Denah Hoard, a former assistant city attorney for the City of Orange, was hired as Executive Director of the Commission.
Each member of the Board of Supervisors will appoint one member to the Ethics Commission. The five member panel will serve the public by advising and making recommendations to the Board and government agencies in areas of regulatory standards, election campaign financing, and proper ethical procedures.
Online applications are available at www.ocethics.com |
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| Connect the Loop |
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| 57 Improvement Project Info Open House |
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The Third District office of Supervisor Todd Spitzer is alerting residents to a special public notice issued by Caltrans regarding the State Route 57 Northbound Improvement Project. The California Department of Transportation and the OCTA are proposing a plan to “increase capacity, improve operations and enhance safety on northbound SR-57 in the cities of Anaheim and Orange, between Orangewood Ave. and Katella Ave”.
On Thursday, June 22, Caltrans will be holding an Informational Open House to answer all questions on the proposed project. The public is welcome to come to learn more about this project.
Thursday, June 22, 2018 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Portola Middle School Cafeteria, 270 North Palm Drive, Orange, CA 92868 |
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| 2017 Eco Challenge Poster Contest Deadline Nears: Friday, June 30, 2017 |
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There is still time to enter the 2017 Eco Challenge Poster Contest. OC Waste & Recycling is teaming up with Angels Baseball again to inspire environmental stewardship in youth between the ages of 8 and 14.
Supervisor Spitzer with 2016 Third District contest winner Ellia Chai at the on-field ceremony in Angel Stadium |
The focus of this year’s contest is organics recycling – reducing the amount of food waste and green waste sent to landfills from our homes, schools and communities. Contestants create original art that illustrates how to reduce and recycle green waste and food waste. One winner from the Third District will win a Bat Kid Experience, including a visit to the dugout to meet players, tickets to a game, a Bat Kid Jersey and an on-field introduction.
Orange County faces a new recycling challenge: how to reduce and recycle green waste and food waste. Contestants will show us their vision for meeting this new challenge.
Full rules and eligibility details are available at OC Bat Kids. |
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| JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT ISSUES CALL FOR ARTISTS |
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John Wayne Airport (JWA) has issued a call for Orange County-related visual artists to apply for exhibition slots in JWA's Community Focus Space (CFS) program’s exhibition calendar, beginning in October of 2018.
Each exhibition is approximately 30 days in duration and is presented by JWA at no cost to the artist. CFS exhibitions are located prior to the security checkpoints and adjacent to Baggage Carousels 1 and 4 in the Thomas F. Riley Terminal, and are accessible to passengers as well as the general public.
To qualify for consideration, artists must have been born, raised or educated in Orange County; or currently live, work or own property in Orange County; and live in any of the following counties: Imperial, Kern, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, Santa Barbara or Ventura.
Artist applications must be received by John Wayne Airport no later than 4:00 p.m. on July 21, 2017. Artist application instructions and guidelines may be found at www.ocair.com/terminal/artexhibits/. Artists approved through this review process will be notified by the end of October 2017.
For additional information about the Community Focus Space program or this Call for Artists, please contact Jeffrey Frisch, John Wayne Airport Arts Program Coordinator at Jfrisch@ocair.com. |
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| Pet of the Week |
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| Events Around the District |
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Anaheim
Family Storytime
Saturday, June 10, 11:00 AM
East Anaheim Branch Library, 8201 East Santa Ana Canyon Road
Preschool Storytime at Canyon Hills
Tuesday, June 13, 11:00 AM
400 Scout Trail, Anaheim Canyon Hills Meeting Room
Irvine
Seasoned Chefs: Father’s Day Picnic Food
Sunday, June 10, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Orange County Great Park, 6950 Marine Way
Classical Chamber Music
Sunday, June 11, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Orange County Great Park, 6950 Marine Way
Super Swim Lesson
Friday, June 23, 5:30 PM
Register online via CityofIrvine.org
William J. Woollett, Jr. Aquatics Center, 4601 Walnut Avenue
Silverado
Summer Concert Series – Salty Raisins
Saturday, June 17, 7:45 PM – 10:00 PM
Silverado Community Center & Fairgrounds, 27641 Silverado Canyon Rd.
Tustin
Concerts in the Park
Wednesday, June 21, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Peppertree Park, 230 W. First St.
Farmer’s Market
Wednesday, June 14, 9:00 AM to 1 PM
El Camino Real & W. 3rd St.
Villa Park
Roly-Poly Storytime
Monday, June 12, 9:00 AM
Villa Park Library, 17865 Santiago Blvd.
Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, June 13, 9:00 AM
Villa Park Library, 17865 Santiago Blvd.
Yorba Linda
Admiral James Stavridis Lecture and Book Signing
Friday, June 23, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Nixon Library, 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 Matt.Morrison@ocgov.com
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