| October 12, 2017 |
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Volume 5 Issue 25 |
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| County of Orange Declares State of Emergency |
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This photo taken at Peter’s Canyon shows how close the threat of fire came to several neighborhoods in the Third District. |
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In response to the devastating Canyon Fire 2 that has burned 9,000 acres, mostly in the Third District, the County of Orange declared a State of Emergency at a special Board of Supervisors Meeting on October 12.
Supervisor Spitzer, who spent the entirety of the first day of the fire at the Incident Command Post with officials from Anaheim Fire and Rescue and Orange County Fire Authority to strategize and offer guidance and support, is thankful to the 1,600 firefighters who are battling this massive fire. These heroes have already saved countless structures and prevented widespread damage to property in the Third District. Supervisor Spitzer is grateful for their professionalism and bravery. |
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| Supervisor Todd Spitzer Applauds Emergency Coordination on Canyon Fire 2 |
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Firefighters from OCFA, Anaheim Fire and Rescue, Orange Fire, and CAL Fire were among the first to respond to the devastating Canyon Fire 2. |
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(Santa Ana, CA) – I commend the more than 1,000 firefighters from local, County and State agencies and the hundreds of first responders in Orange County that continue to fight the flames and assist endangered residents during the ongoing Canyon Fire 2 crisis. I have spent the last 24 hours assisting the coordination of emergency operations from the command center as well as residential and rural areas in my Third District.
As of Thursday morning, Canyon Fire 2 has consumed more than 9,000 acres and damaged or destroyed 24 structures, many of them family homes. My sympathy goes out to those who woke to the devastation wondering how to begin putting their lives back together again. This community will pull together for those in need and we will be here to assist everyone.
Like many of our friends and neighbors, my family was among the approximately 5,000 residents under evacuation orders. Fortunately, our home has not been damaged from the flames although the garden-hose vigil continues. I am proud to witness the community response of action and empathy in support of neighbors, firefighters and emergency responders.
An Incident Command Post is leading the response from the Great Park in Irvine, and the County Emergency Operations Center is active to coordinate information and resources. OC Park’s facilities at Peters Canyon, Irvine, Santiago Oaks and Yorba Regional Parks are closed. As of Thursday morning, all other County offices are open.
The Governor and Orange County have both declared a state of emergency to assist with manpower, equipment and financial recovery. I appreciate the commitment of Vice President Mike Pence, who was in Orange County Monday, as he pledged to provide any and all federal assistance as wildfires burn out of control throughout the State.
In addition to those suffering in Orange County, my thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and families of the fatal fires in Northern California.
Sincerely,
Supervisor Todd Spitzer
Third District Supervisor, County of Orange |
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| Supervisor Spitzer Speaks in Support of Mental Illness Awareness at NAMI Walk |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer (R) poses with Amy Durham, Development Manager at NAMI OC (L) after signaling the start of the 5K. |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer was proud to speak at the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) 5K Run/Walk at Mason Park on October 7. The 5K is part of NAMI’s initiative to raise awareness of mental health and provide support to those who have been diagnosed with a mental illness and their families.
Supervisor Spitzer provided opening comments at the NAMI walk, where the community came together to support mental illness awareness. |
Mental illness is often stigmatized and in many ways our country criminalizes it. During his opening comments before the race, Supervisor Spitzer stressed the need for the public to support organizations like NAMI, which works with those on the front lines of identifying and providing aid to those with mental illnesses, including family members, friends, police officers, and physicians. He praised NAMI’s efforts and thanked them for working to stabilize and assist people who have been diagnosed with a mental illness, educate the public and policymakers, and provide a community of support.
Supervisor Spitzer also congratulated NAMI OC Board of Directors President John Leyerle for hosting the successful event, which raised $83,000, and the many volunteers who worked on the 5K. Supervisor Spitzer showed his support to the organization by providing fee waivers to the non-profit for use of Mason Park and parking, helping ensure the money raised by the event will go to NAMI’s mental health programs to help those in need. |
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| Tustin Tiller Days |
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Field Deputy Al Tello (second from left) represented Supervisor Spitzer at the Tiller Days |
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The 60th anniversary of the Tustin Tiller Days on October 6-8 was a huge success. Supervisor Todd Spitzer sponsored the event, which combines carnival games, rides, and food with fundraising opportunities for non-profit organizations including local civic organizations, schools, churches, and youth groups.
The Tiller Days is a three day event that also features a pancake breakfast, parade, and contests for children to participate in. It is a fantastic community-building event and one of the most popular annual events in Tustin! |
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| One-Year Anniversary of the Courtyard Transitional Center |
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On October 5, the Count of Orange commemorated the one-year anniversary of the Courtyard Transitional Center in Santa Ana. The Courtyard is a 400-bed shelter located at the former Santa Ana Transit Terminal that provides meals, showers, restrooms, laundry service, and intensive case management to people experiencing homelessness in the Civic Center and surrounding area.
“Along with the Courtyard, the County opened Bridges at Kraemer Place to bring an additional 100 beds online this year,” said Supervisor Todd Spitzer, “When the second phase of Bridges at Kraemer Place is completed in 2018, we will add another 100 beds and enhanced services.” Bridges at Kraemer Place is designed to be a facility where clients are referred by nonprofit agencies and prescreened before entering the shelter for a stay of up to 180 days. During that time, onsite assessments will connect the individual to employment and housing navigation services.
The Courtyard shelter, combined with the Bridges at Kraemer Place in the Third District, are proof that the County continues to work hard to find practical and long-term solutions for the homeless crisis in Orange County. Supervisor Spitzer is proud to be a part of this on-going effort.
(Portions courtesy of the County of Orange). |
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| Supervisor Spitzer Commits to Clearing the Santa Ana Riverbed using Four-Step Solution |
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The situation on the riverbed has reached a breaking point. Supervisor Spitzer is calling for immediate action.(Photo Credit: Orange County Register) |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer made it unequivocally clear: The Santa Ana riverbed must be closed to inhabitants.
Speaking during the Board of Supervisors’ Meeting, Supervisor Spitzer urged the necessity of the County’s Four-Step Solution to remove all homeless from the riverbed. “We cannot afford to tolerate this public health crisis any longer,” he stated, “I am committed to clearing out the riverbed.” |
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The homeless situation on the riverbed has reached a breaking point. Supervisor Spitzer is calling for immediate action. |
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Supervisor Spitzer’s joint directive with Supervisor Do to the County CEO in June of this year was just the first step. Now, with expanded authorization to include the County Sheriff, the Board of Supervisors directs the County of Orange to carry out the Four-Step Solution by entering into contracts with service providers to:
- Perform on-site triage services to address basic human needs and emergency medical services to homeless individuals,
- Provide intensive case management with wrap-around services to address the addiction and mental health crises to those in the riverbed and respect their dignity as individuals, not statistics.
- Systematically bridge the gap between those who want help with those who can provide it by providing links to housing and work development to transition individuals into housing.
- Instruct the Sherriff to ramp up enforcement in and near the Santa Ana riverbed, removing the criminal element while directing the homeless to shelter and housing options.
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This Four-Step Solution to End Homelessness is supplemented by the County’s Whole Person Car Initiative, which aids persons who seek medical attention in emergency rooms, as well as the County’s continued commitment to opening another 100 beds in Bridges at Kraemer Place, located near the heart of the homeless encampment of the Santa Ana riverbed, and encourage cooperation between cities to effectively and efficiently locate and transition individuals. The City of Anaheim has already offered their support in the County’s efforts by declaring a state of emergency in the flood control channel.
As a flood channel, the Santa Ana riverbed is not suitable for human habitation. Supervisor Spitzer and the County of Orange are confident this four-step solution will be the catalyst to instrument long-term change in homelessness in Orange County. |
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| 28th Annual John Wayne Airport Student Art Contest: Call for Entries! |
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This year's John Wayne Airport Student Art Contest theme is "Flying in the Future." |
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John Wayne Airport invites Orange County students grades K-12 to enter the 28th annual John Wayne Airport Student Art Contest. The aim is to create a picture that illustrates this year’s theme “Flying in the Future.” Artwork that best depicts the theme will be given awards, with two grand prize packages awards to the best artwork in two categories: Grades K -6 and Grades 7 – 12.
Students from all Orange County public, private, and home-school students are welcome to participate in the contest.
For more information, visit: http://www.ocair.com/terminal/artexhibits/studentart/ |
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| Pedestrian Traffic Rerouted near Civic Center |
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Be aware: Pedestrian traffic around the Civic Center has been changed. |
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When visiting Supervisor Spitzer’s office in the Civic Center in Santa Ana, please be aware that traffic has been rerouted surrounding the Building 16 construction to ensure the safety of those walking in the area.
The County has installed fencing along the Building 16 construction area and is installing additional easy-to-follow directional signs to help pedestrians navigate through the Civic Center. The Promenade (also known as the Walk of Honor), which previously extended from Ross St. to N. Broadway, will be closed until late 2019. A map of the impacted area is attached.
Parking in the Civic Center area is available at the parking locations listed below and at the following link: http://bit.ly/2vg5mfv. All alternate parking lots have Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessible parking spaces.
Supervisor Spitzer’s office will provide validation to office visitors for the following parking lots around the Civic Center:
- Parking Lot 5: Adjacent to the Old Orange County Courthouse, east of Broadway between Civic Center Drive and Santa Ana Boulevard. *Enter lot from Civic Center Drive
- Parking Lot 8: Adjacent to the Health Care Agency building, west of Broadway between Santa Ana Boulevard and Fifth Street.
- Parking Lot 6: Adjacent to the State Building and Appellate Court, west of Ross Street on the north side of Santa Ana Boulevard.
- Parking Lot 3: Adjacent to the Santa Ana Public Library, west of Ross Street on the south side of Civic Center Drive.
- Parking Lot 2: Adjacent to the Superior Court-Central Justice Center, east of Flower Street between Civic Center Drive and Santa Ana Boulevard.
If you have questions about the Building 16 construction or parking, please contact OC Public Works at 714-667-9615 or Parking@ocpw.ocgov.com.
(Portions courtesy of OC Public Works). |
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| Silverado Country Fair 2017: October 14 – 15 |
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Click on the image above for more information. |
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| Free Flu Shot at Columbus Tustin Activity Center: October 26, 11 AM – 1 PM |
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| City of Orange Treats in the Streets |
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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
Community Mural
Saturday, October 14, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
East Anaheim Branch Library, 8201 East Santa Ana Canyon Road
Preschool Storytime
Friday, October 20, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Anaheim Canyon Hills, 400 Scout Trail
Irvine
Spooktacular Fun Days!
Saturday, October 14 – Sunday, October 15
Orange County Great Park, 6950 Marine Way
Fall Food Drive: Scare Away Hunger
Thursday, October 19 – Sunday, November 19
Donations accepted Thursdays through Sundays 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM at the Visitors Center and Sports Complex
Orange
Spooky Storytime
Thursday, October 19, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Orange Library, Taft Branch, 740 E. Taft Ave.
Treats in the Streets Autumn Festival 2017
Thursday, October 26, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Old Towne Orange Plaza, Chapman Ave. and Glassell St.
Silverado
Silverado Country Fair 2017
Saturday, October 14 – Sunday, October 15
Silverado Community Center, 27641 Silverado Canyon Rd.
Monthly Flea Market
Saturday, October 28, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Silverado Community Center, 27641 Silverado Canyon Rd.
Tustin
Farmer’s Market
Wednesday, October 18, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
El Camino Real & W. 3rd St.
10th Annual Old Town Tustin Art Walk
Saturday, October 21, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Main Street and El Camino Real
Villa Park
Free Flu Vaccines
Wednesday, September 25, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Villa Park City Hall, 17855 Santiago Blvd.
Yorba Linda
HerStory Book Discussion
Wednesday, October 16, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Yorba Linda Public Library, 18181 Imperial Highway
“Nixon and Europe,” A Lecture with Luke Nichter
Monday, October 23, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Richard Nixon Library and 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 Montana.Sudul@ocgov.com
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