| November 9, 2017 |
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Volume 5 Issue 28 |
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| Honoring Our Veterans |
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Supervisor Spitzer offered his gratitude to veterans for their service during the Field of Valor kick-off ceremony. |
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(L to R): Former Orange City Councilman Mike Spurgeon, CFO Board Member Gary Remland, and Supervisor Spitzer stand in front of the 1,776 flags flown at Handy Park for the Field of Valor. |
Supervisor Todd Spitzer was honored and privileged to join the Community Foundation of Orange for the Field of Valor Kick-Off at Handy Park on November 5. The weeklong event raises 1,776 flags in honor of veterans to serve as a reminder of the sacrifices made by military families, communities, and especially by the men and women who serve our country.
“Our county is above and beyond proud of our veterans and military,” Supervisor Spitzer said during his speech to the crowd at Handy Park, “I’m proud to support our veteran community and I want to thank the Community Foundation of Orange for honoring our veterans.”
“Our nation has a duty to honor our veterans for their sacrifice and to educate the next generation of young people that will most certainly be called on to protect liberty and democracy throughout the world,” Supervisor Spitzer stated.
The County of Orange offers resources specifically designed to suit veteran needs. The Veterans Service Office works collaboratively with national chartered veterans’ organizations to ensure that veterans and their dependents receive the entitlements they have earned for their military service. The County also offers behavioral health services for veterans through OC Health Care Agency. Visit www.ocgov.com to learn about these and our many other resources available to veterans in need. |
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| City of Orange Veterans Day Tribute: November 11, 2:00 PM, Depot Park |
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| Tustin Public School Foundation Dino Dash |
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Supervisor Spitzer (C) smiles with students and their parents at the Dino Dash 5K. Supervisor Spitzer was a sponsor for the fundraising event to benefit the Tustin Public School Foundation. |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer had a great time speaking at the 5K race at the Tustin Public School Foundation Dino Dash on November 5. The race features “real” dinosaurs, a dinosaur art contest for children, and more.
(L to R): Tustin Mayor Pro Tem Al Murray, Councilmember Chuck Puckett, Mayor Dr. Allen Bernstein, Supervisor Todd Spitzer, and Irvine Councilmember Jeff Lalloway. |
Supervisor Spitzer is happy to sponsor a great event that encourages exercise, community, and gives back to our public schools. He participated in the 5K run after starting the race.
The event proceeds go to public schools in Tustin, a cause worth supporting! |
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| Yorba Linda Celebrates 50th Anniversary |
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(L to R): Councilmember Beth Haney, Henry DiCarlo, Supervisor Spitzer's Field Deputy Al Tello, Honorable Mayor Peggy Huang, Mayor Pro Tem Gene Hernandez, and Councilmember Tara Campbell. |
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Supervisor Spitzer congratulates the City of Yorba Linda on the city's 50th Anniversary! Mayor Peggy Huang and the Yorba Linda City Council celebrated the city’s golden year anniversary during the annual State of the City Address on November 2. Mayor Huang’s speech focused on Yorba Linda's successful year, updates on city projects, and things to look forward to in 2018. The sold-out event at the Richard Nixon Library also featured special remarks by Henry DiCarlo, KTLA 5 Morning News meteorologist and sportscaster, as well as a resident of Yorba Linda. Kathy Rhodes-Hornsby was named 2017 Citizen of the Year and Turn Key Remodel was honored as Business of the Year.
Supervisor Spitzer’s Field Deputy Al Tello attended the event and presented a certificate honoring the city’s 50th anniversary. |
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| Supervisor Spitzer Commends County Action on Riverbed Enforcement |
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| OC Veterans Cemetery Dedication Ceremony |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer spoke about his support of bringing the Veterans Cemetery to Irvine. |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer (C) smiles with Emile Haddad (L), CEO of FivePoint Communities, and Bill Cook (R), Chairman of the Orange County Veteran's Memorial Park Foundation, both of whom were instrumental in the Veterans Cemetery project. |
October 27 was a historic day for veterans in Orange County as the City of Irvine hosted the Flag Raising Ceremony and Dedication for the site of the future Southern California Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Supervisor Spitzer was one of the influential leaders whose work over the last 20 years helped bring the cemetery to the Great Park.
Commendable effort by veterans groups after years of advocacy have succeeded in securing a location at the Great Park.
While the project had been stalled in the decades since the El Toro Marine Base closed in Irvine, the creation of this cemetery means veterans and their family members will be buried at the actual base in which they served our country.
Supervisor Spitzer spoke at the event to thank the many people involved. The Flag Raising Ceremony at the future site of the Southern California Veterans Memorial Park “show Orange County is finally stepping up to provide a permanent resting place for our brave heroes,” he said, addressing a crowd of more than one-hundred Veterans, elected officials, and advocates.
The 125+ acres of land on the former El Toro Marine Base will soon be a place of pride and respect for the 120,000 veterans who call Orange County home, and the many more who have been lost.
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| Human Trafficking Task Force Receives Grant for “Be the One” Campaign |
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Supervisor Todd Spitzer speaks at an event for the Be The One campaign. Photo courtesy of OC Register. |
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As Co-Chair of the OC Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (CSEC) Steering Committee as part of OC Social Services Agency, Supervisor Todd Spitzer has been a leading voice on human-trafficking prevention and paved the way for the “Be the One” campaign. On September 1, 2017, the US Department of Homeland Security selected the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) to receive a highly competitive grant to enhance and expand the “Be the One” campaign.
The “Be the One” campaign is a human-trafficking prevention initiative that leads Orange County’s public awareness on the warning signs of sex trafficking and encourage victims to come forward. The CSEC Steering Committee partnered with OCTA to tailor the “Be the One” campaign to focus specifically on the sex trafficking of children. Together, OCTA and CSEC promoted the campaign’s messages on OC buses across the County. While one of the main goals of the CSEC Steering Committee is to increase public awareness, they are also working collaboratively to enhance services and identify appropriate placement resources for this vulnerable population.
Supervisor Spitzer, who is also an OCTA director, congratulates OCTA for the award and is proud of their continued support of the “Be the One” Campaign. |
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| El Capitan District Scouts Special Luncheon to Support Scouting: November 30, 11:30AM, at Park Ave. Restaurant |
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The Boy Scouts of America El Capitan District invite the public to join a special luncheon to support scouting on Thursday, November 30 at 11:30 AM at Park Ave. Restaurant, located at 11200 Beach Blvd. Stanton, CA 90680.
Proceeds from the luncheon will help to provide funds for local Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Venture Scouts, and Explorer Scouts. Scouting’s positive impact helps local families and communities by encouraging teamwork and cooperation.
“The El Capitan District serves over 1,400 youth in Anaheim, Garden Grove, Stanton, and surrounding cities,” said Troup 111 Scoutmaster Emeritus David Shawver, “Please join us as we celebrate Scouting and help ensure BSA’s special Scouting programs for today’s youth.”
RSVP by Friday, November 24 to brianm@ocbsa.org. |
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| Modjeska Grade Road Pavement Improvements: October 31—November 27 |
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| Notice: Santa Ana River Trail Public Hours Enforced |
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| Beginning November 3, 2017, the County will be enforcing public hours for the Santa Ana River Trail (SART) along the flood control channels adjacent to the Santa Ana River. The enforcement of public hours will enable the County to ensure the safety and security of recreational users of the SART and the integrity of the flood control channel. |
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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
Walk4ALZ at Angel Stadium
Saturday, November 11, 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Angels Stadium, 2000 E. Gene Autry Way
STEM Squad
Wednesday, November 15, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Anaheim Canyon Hills, 400 Scout Trail
Family Storytime
Saturday, November 18, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
East Anaheim Branch Library, 8201 East Santa Ana Canyon Road
Irvine
Staser Fall Scholastic Chess Tournament
Saturday, November 18, 8:45 AM – 6:00 PM
Register here: http://www.cityofirvine.org/news-media/calendar-of-events/event/staser-fall-scholastic-chess-tournament-0
Orange County Great Park Hangar 244 and Artist Studios, 6950 Marine Way
Fall Food Drive: Scare Away Hunger
Now through Sunday, November 19
Donations accepted Thursdays through Sundays 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM at the Visitors Center and Sports Complex, http://www.cityofirvine.org/news-media/calendar-of-events/event/fall-food-drive-scare-away-hunger
Orange
Want to Write a Novel in November?
Wednesday, November 8, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Main Library Community Room, 407 E Chapman Ave.
Veterans Day Tribute
Saturday, November 1, 2:00 PM
Veterans Memorial at Depot Park, 100 N. Atchison St.
Silverado
Drop-in Craft
Saturday, November 18, 11:00 AM— 5:00 PM
Library of the Canyons, 7531 East Santiago Canyon Rd.
Tustin
Farmer’s Market
Wednesday, November 15, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
El Camino Real & W. 3rd St.
Tustin Police Department Toy Donation
Now through Saturday, December 2, 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Information: http://www.tustinca.org/civicax/calendar/inc/blobfetch.aspx?BlobID=27721
Tustin Police Department, 300 Centennial Way
Villa Park
Preserving Family Photos Presentation
Thursday, November 16, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Villa Park Library, 17865 Santiago Blvd.
Yorba Linda
Veterans Day Commemoration
Saturdya, November 11, 11:00 AM
Richard Nixon Library and Museum, 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd.
Bubble-Ology
Thursday, November 16, 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM
Yorba Linda Public Library, 18181 Imperial Highway
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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