| August 7, 2017 |
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Volume 5 Issue 19 |
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| Orange County Great Park’s Sports Park Grand Opening |
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(L to R): Five Points CEO Emile Haddad, Supervisor Todd Spitzer, US National Soccer Players Brad Friedel and Amy Rodriguez, and Assemblyman Steven Choi at the grand opening festivities. |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer joined the public at the Grand Opening event of the 194-acre Orange County Great Park Sports Park on August 5th.
The new sports park features a 2,506-seat Championship Soccer Stadium. |
The park celebrated with a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring Supervisor Spitzer along with Irvine Mayor Don Wagner, City Council Members, and Five Points Developer Emile Haddad. World-renowned soccer superstar Landon Donovan of the LA Galaxy and US National Soccer players Brad Friedel and Amy Rodriguez also greeted the thousands of residents, athletes, families, and fans at the event.
An OC All-Stars soccer match on the newly opened field followed the ribbon-cutting, and a free concert with the Blues Brothers, Dan Aykroyd and Jim Belushi, finished off the evening.
Throughout the day, special exhibitions took place across the six soccer fields, 25 tennis courts, and five sand volleyball courts. Food trucks served up delicious food into the evening, while the crowd at the new Championship Soccer Stadium celebrated until the sun had set. |
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| “Mega” Citizen Academy for Korean Americans |
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Citizenship Academy hosts pose with clients, Supervisor Todd Spitzer's Field Deputy Al Tello (far left), State Assemblyman Steven Choi (middle left), Mayor Elizabeth Swift (middle right), and Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Michelle Steel (2nd District, right). Photographer: Nakhee Park. |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer’s Field Deputy Al Tello attended the “Mega” Citizenship Clinic hosted by Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Los Angeles office (Advancing Justice-LA) to help Korean immigrants prepare for the federal test to become naturalized U.S. citizens. Over 150 clients were helped at this “mega” clinic on July 29th. The event praised the “endless possibilities [that] await” once the clients become U.S. citizens. Becoming a naturalized citizen is often a long process, but groups like Advancing Justice-LA help these individuals navigate the citizenship path.
Several organizations assisted Advancing Justice-LA in preparing for the event, including Korean Community Services, Korean Resource Center, Korean American Center, Buena Park shopping mall The Source, and Orange County Korean American Bar Association.
Supervisor Spitzer is proud to have the Asian Americans Advancing Justice as a partner in building a strong and diverse Orange County. |
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| Tustin Temporary Library Opening August 15th |
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The Tustin Library, pictured here, will be closed during renovation. (Photo credit: OC Register). |
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After the Tustin branch library suffered water damage, OC Public Libraries is turning misfortune into an opportunity. A new temporary library will be opening in Tustin to serve the community while the permanent library is repaired. The branch will be located in the current Tustin Community Room and courtyard.
The library will open August 15th and will provide:
- Public Computers
- Reference Help
- HOLDS Pick-up
- Books, DVDs, Audiobooks, e-books
Additionally, the library will offer programs for the community, including:
- Adult Book Club
- Story Times
- Book brunch (a book club for children grades 3rd-6th)
- Arts & Crafts
- Homework help
The library will be open Tuesday-Thursday 10:00 AM—7:00 PM, and Fridays and Saturdays 9:00 AM—5:00 PM. |
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| Follow Supervisor Todd Spitzer on his County Supervisor Accounts! |
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Follow Supervisor Todd Spitzer's County Supervisor Account on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! |
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ATTENTION: Social media followers— Please connect with Supervisor Todd Spitzer on his official County Supervisor Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts to stay informed about:
- County events
- Important updates
- Third District news
Now there are more ways to get in touch with Supervisor Spitzer. Please CLICK THE LINKS BELOW to add these Supervisor Spitzer accounts.
Facebook: Supervisor Todd Spitzer
Twitter: @SupvToddSpitzer
Instagram: SupvToddSpitzer |
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| Summer Concerts in the Park! |
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OC Parks holds concerts across the County throughout the summer. |
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It’s summertime here in Orange County, and that means it’s also concert season! Attending a concert in the park is a fun way to share in the spirit of community and enjoy those extra hours of summer sunlight.
Supervisor Todd Spitzer and two interns attend a recent concert in the park. |
Stop by the cities of Orange, Tustin, Irvine, and Yorba Linda for weekly concerts through the summer, and check out www.ocgov.com for information on special concerts throughout the county hosted by OC Parks. Concerts are conveniently located in parks and are free to attend. Many residents bring beach towels or chairs, and some even bring food to have a picnic. The whole family is invited to attend. Additionally, the genre of music changes each week, so there is always something for everyone to enjoy!
Supervisor Todd Spitzer will have a booth at many of these concerts to welcome and speak with members of the community about how we can better serve the community. Feel free to visit the Third District booth to say hello, to offer feedback, and to receive information about County services.
Some upcoming concerts include a classic rock show on August 9th in Hart Park (Orange), a Journey Tribute on August 9th at Peppertree Park (Tustin), and a classic Soul and Motown concert on August 13th in the Mike Ward Community Park (Irvine). |
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| Project Alert! Crawford Canyon Road Undergoing Construction Beginning July 31 |
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| Silverado Summer Concert Series: August 19, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
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| Supervisor Spitzer Reminds You to Swim Safely |
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 As Public Safety and Outreach Chair with the OC Drowning Prevention Taskforce, Supervisor Todd Spitzer is dedicated to raising awareness of water safety.
The hot weather means families and guests are swimming at the beach and jumping into pools across Orange County, but before putting on that swimsuit, it is important to take safety precautions. Always watch your children around water, designate a water-watcher at group events and think twice – bring a buddy and never swim alone.
Click here to view more information on the Drowning Prevention Taskforce: https://youtu.be/tBhcYCVOdto?t=449 |
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| Pet of the Week |
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Click on the image above to view a PDF version. |
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| Events Around the District |
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Anaheim
Open Engineering Activity
Wednesday, August 9, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
400 Scout Trail, Anaheim Canyon Hills
Fine Arts Class for Kids Ages 6-12
Wednesday, August 9, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
East Anaheim Branch Library, 8201 East Santa Ana Canyon Road
Movie in the Park: A Bug’s Life
Friday, August 11, 8:00 PM
Yorba Regional Park, 7600 E. La Palma
Irvine
Orange County Great Park Famers Market
Sunday, August 13, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Orange County Great Park, 6950 Marine Way
Sizzlin’ Summer Concert
Sunday, August 13, 5:30 PM
Mike Ward Community Park, 20 Lake Road
Orange
Pajama Storytime
Tuesday, August 8, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Orange Library Community Room, 407 E. Chapman Ave.
Concert in the Park
Wednesday, August 9, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Hart Park, 701 S Glassell Street
Help for Small Business Owners
Monday, August 28, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Orange Library Community Room, 407 E. Chapman Ave.
Silverado
Toddler Storytime
Thursday, August 10, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Library of the Canyons, 28192 Silverado Canyon Rd.
Silverado Summer Concert Series
Saturday, August 19, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Silverado Community Center, 27641 Silverado Canyon Rd.
Tustin
Farmer’s Market
Wednesday, August 9, 9:00 AM to 1 PM
El Camino Real & W. 3rd St.
Concerts in the Park
Wednesday, August 9, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Peppertree Park, 230 W. First St.
Movies in the Park: Finding Dory
Thursday, August 10, 5:30 PM
Peppertree Park, 230 W. First St.
Villa Park
Concert in the Park
Friday, August 18, 7:00 PM
Villa Park High Outdoor Amphitheater, 18042 Taft Ave.
Yorba Linda
Concerts in the Park
Sunday, August 13, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Hurless Barton Park, 4601 Casa Loma Ave.
Movies in the Park: The Incredibles
Friday, August 18, 8:00 PM
Hurless Barton Park, 4601 Casa Loma Ave.
Chamber Music, String Quartet Concert
Sunday, August 20, 1:30 PM
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 Montana.Sudul@ocgov.com
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