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| County Connections |
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| Last Eco Challenge Day of the Summer |
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On Saturday, August 22nd the County of Orange will host a collection event from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 pm. at Discovery Cube OC located at 2500 N. Main Street in Santa Ana.
Collection services offered at the event are:
- Paper shredding
- Donations of used clothing & household goods
- e-waste disposal
Special promotions at this event:
- The first 150 cars will receive a four tickets to Discovery Cube and priority wristbands to meet Angels Alumni Chuck Finley, who will be signing autographs inside the Cube for a limited time. Visit ocEcoChallenge.com for details.
- This is also the last opportunity for attendees to take the Summer Eco Challenge. Visitors who bring items to the collection event will be eligible to win an iPad Mini. For more information about the summer Eco Challenge, visit ocEcoChallenge.com.
The collection event is being done in partnership with Discovery Cube Orange County, Goodwill of Orange County, and Angels Baseball. For questions about the event contact Isabel Rios at 714-834-4118 isabel.rios@ocwr.ocgov.com. |
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| OC MOVES |
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| OCTA seeks public feedback on Measure M as part of 10-year review |
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Nearly 10 years have passed since Measure M, a half-cent sales tax for transportation improvements, was renewed by nearly 70 percent of Orange County voters in 2006.
To help gauge the progress of the program so far, the Orange County Transportation Authority is asking residents to share their thoughts on Measure M in a new online survey.
Sales tax collection for Measure M began in April 2011. By the year 2041, the Measure M program plans to deliver approximately $15.7 billion worth of transportation improvements to the region, making it safer, easier, and more pleasant to live and travel in Orange County.
So far, Measure M funds have been used to carry out $900 million in freeway improvements, purchase 1,300 acres of open space for preservation as part of a freeway mitigation program and enhance 52 rail-highway grade crossings, among other upgrades.
Residents can learn more about these projects and others in the works that will improve Orange County neighborhoods and commutes at www.octa.net/Measure-M.
On the web page, residents may also click on the Measure M2 Ten-Year Review Questionnaire to share their opinions about Measure M and transportation improvement priorities for Orange County.
The feedback being collected is part of a requirement of the Measure M ordinance passed by voters, which calls for a comprehensive review of projects and programs at least every 10 years.
Measure M was extended for 30 years following the success of the first 20-year program approved by voters in 1990. The first Measure M brought more than $4 billion worth of transportation improvements to Orange County, including adding 192 freeway lane miles, improving 170 intersections and 38 freeway interchanges, and implementing Metrolink service in Orange County. |
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| Healthcare Advisory |
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| High Temperatures Bring Risk of Heat-Related Illnesses |
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Temperatures in many inland Orange County communities are expected to reach high temperatures above 95 degrees this weekend, increasing the risk of heat related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke for those who are more sensitive to heat.
Prolonged exposure to excessive temperatures may cause serious conditions like heat exhaustion or heat stroke and can even be fatal. Symptoms of heat exhaustion may include heavy sweating, muscle cramps, weakness, headache, nausea or vomiting and dizziness. Warning signs of heat stroke may include an extremely high body temperature, unconsciousness, confusion, hot and dry skin (no sweating), a rapid, strong pulse, and a throbbing headache. If symptoms of heat stroke occur, immediately call for medical assistance. Move the person to a shady area and begin cooling their body with water.
Recommended precautions to prevent heat related illnesses include:
- Drink plenty of water; don’t wait until you are thirsty.
Wear light, loose-fitting clothing.
- Stay out of the sun if possible, and when in the sun wear a hat, preferably with a wide brim, and use sunscreen.
- Avoid strenuous activities if you are outside or in non-air conditioned buildings. If you are working outdoors, take frequent rest and refreshment breaks in a shaded area.
- Never leave children, elderly people or pets unattended in closed cars or other vehicles.
- Check on those who are at high risk to make sure they are staying cool – including seniors who live alone, people with heart or lung disease, and young children.
- Stay cool indoors – if your home is not air conditioned, visit public facilities such as shopping malls and libraries to stay cool.
For more information on heat related illnesses, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at http://emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/. |
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| OC Pet of the Week |
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Click on the image above to view a PDF version.
Click on the image above to view a PDF version. |
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| Out and About South County |
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| Dana Point: Summer Concert Series |
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| On Sunday, August 16th, Dana Point’s free summer concert takes place from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Heritage Park, featuring The Kelly Fitzgerald Band (Blend of Folk/Blues/Rock) and Gino Walker & The Gang with special appearance by Derek Bordeaux and Vivian Ross (Funk & Soul Celebration). For more information, please click here. |
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| Irvine: Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts |
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| The Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts is a series of free, family-friendly concerts. Gourmet food trucks and a children’s play area will also be available. A portion of the proceeds from food sales will benefit Irvine nonprofit organizations. On Sunday, August 16th, the series will feature Bella Donna: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks at 5:30PM at the Mike Ward Community Park. For more information, please click here. |
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| Laguna Beach: Discover Art-A-Fair |
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| Discover one of Southern California’s best kept secrets–Art-A-Fair–a journey into world class art. Increasingly popular among artists and visitors alike as a showcase of emerging talent, Art-A-Fair has become one of Laguna’s must-see summer affairs. For more information, please click here. |
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| Laguna Niguel: Summer Concert Series |
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| Come join the annual Summer Concert Series locate in the newly renovated Crown Valley Park Amphitheater! Don’t forget you dancing shoes! This Friday, August 14th the series will feature the Smooth Sounds of Santana from 6:30PM to 8:30PM. For more information, please click here. |
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| Mission Viejo: Artisan Faire |
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| On Saturday, August 15th from 10AM to 2PM artisans will showcase their unique handcrafted gifts and items during the Artisan Faire at the Mission Viejo Village Shopping Center. The faire will feature a host of art and crafts vendors, art demonstrations, crafts for kids, live entertainment and much more. For more information, please click here. |
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| Rancho Santa Margarita: Summer Concert Series |
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| The Series finale will feature Mark Wood & the Parrot Head Band on Sunday, August 16th from 6:00PM – 8:00PM. Join us at Central Park for music, food vendors, community organizations and more! For more information, please click here. |
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| San Clemente: Beach Concert Series |
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| The series will feature The Long Run, an Eagles tribute band, on Thursday, August 20th, from 6PM to 7:30PM just north of the San Clemente Pier. For more information, please click here. |
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| San Juan Capistrano: San Juan Summer Nites Concert |
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| This Sunday, August 19th, will feature Pickelback Shine (Country Western) from 6PM to 8PM at the Historic Town Center Park. For more information, please click here. |
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| Last but not least this week I: |
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- Participated in the Orange County Transportation Authority Board meeting.
- Met with key stakeholders regarding the Laguna Canyon widening project.
- Participated in the Urban Counties Caucus Board meeting.
- Participated in the LAFCO Board meeting.
- Participated in the Transportation Corridor Agencies Joint Procurement Ad Hoc and Joint Executive Committee meetings.
- Toured the Discovery Cube.
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| My Staff: |
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- Presented a certificate of recognition in honor of the ribbon cutting ceremony for Edward Jones in Laguna Beach.
- Presented a certificate of recognition in honor of the ribbon cutting ceremony for ARTime Studio in Mission Viejo.
- Presented a certificate of recognition in honor of the ribbon cutting ceremony for V’s Barbershop in Laguna Hills.
- Staffed a County Information Booth at the San Clemente Street Fiesta.
- Presented a certificate of recognition in honor of the ribbon cutting ceremony for Bonded Cleaners & Laundry in Dana Point.
- Presented a certificate of recognition in honor of the 1-year anniversary for Laura’s House Resale Store in San Juan Capistrano.
- Presented a certificate of recognition in honor of the ribbon cutting ceremony for La Colombiana in San Clemente.
- Tour Children’s Hospital of Orange County.
- Tour Altamed Clinic in Santa Ana.
- Attended Kaiser Community Benefit Partner Reception.
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| South County Elected Officials in the Community |
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Mission Viejo Mayor Pro Tem Greg Raths at the ARTime ribbon cutting.
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