Over the last few years, the County has made considerable progress in creating the system of care for the homeless. However, homelessness continues to be a communitywide issue, and we are committed to working collaboratively with our cities to find a solution to this problem.
Since the County became involved in the federal court case pertaining to homelessness, we have made progress in enhancing the system of care. In recent weeks, the County has made significant strides including:
A pilot program with Illumination Foundation to serve the 60 most severe medical cases among the homeless.
Enhanced mental health treatment beds
Enhanced recuperative care services
Additional Health Care Agency Outreach and Engagement staff and police resources stationed in South County cities
The County continues to work with cities to address the immediate need to enhance shelter capacity and the County will reach a milestone with the completion of the first year round emergency shelter, Bridges at Kramer.
As the County continues to address the immediate need for additional bed capacity, we are focused on the long term goal of creating 2,700 permanent supportive housing (PSH) units. The County is moving forward with nearly 500 PSH units in the pipeline, and we will continue to work with our cities toward the 2,700 unit goal.
For information on the Orange County Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Plan Update, please see the press release.
Don't Miss the 2018 South County Job Fair!
If your company is interested in hosting a FREE booth at the South County Job Fair, please complete and submit the Employer Registration Form by Friday, June 1.
"Cuba on the Go" at San Juan Capistrano Library
The County of Orange and OC Public Libraries are pleased to present “Cuba On The Go,” a photography exhibit by international photographer, Judith Anderson, longtime resident of San Juan Capistrano and world traveler, presenting the Cuba of today and yesterday.
This exhibition will feature work from the Bellas Artes in Havana and new Cuban artists of the 21st century; automobiles from the old Detroit, the Polaquitos (Polish tiny cars), horse buggies and carts, and all the exciting modes of transportation that reveal the real Cuba today and,of yesterday, as well as photographs of the folkloric tradition of Santeria, Afro-Cuban dance and drumming.
The opening reception will be held this Saturday, June 2 from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM at San Juan Capistrano Library, 31495 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675. For more info, please call (949) 493-1752.
DUI Checkpoint in San Clemente this Weekend
Members of the Orange County Sheriff's DUI Enforcement Team will hold a DUI and Driver's License Checkpoint this weekend to stop and arrest alcohol and drug-impaired drivers as part of the department's ongoing traffic safety campaign.
The checkpoint will be held from 7 PM on Friday, June 1, to 3 AM Saturday, June 2.
High Visibility Enforcement using both DUI checkpoints and DUI Saturation Patrols have proven to lower the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol and drug impaired crashes.
The OCSD also supports the new effort from the Office of Traffic Safety that aims to educate all drivers the "DUI Doesn't Just Mean Booze". If you take prescription drugs, particularly those with a driving or operating machinery warning on the label, you might be impaired enough to get a DUI.
Drivers are encouraged to download the Designated Driver VIP, or "DDVIP", a free mobile app for Andrios and iPhone. The DDVIP app helps find nearby bars and resturants that feature free incentives for the designated sober driver, from free non-alcoholic drinks to free appetizers and more. The feature-packed app even has social media tie-ins and even a tab for the non-DD to call Uber, Lyft or Curb.
Funding for this DUI operation is provided to the Orange County Sheriff's Department by a grant from the CA Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, reminding everyone to "Report Drunk Driver -- Call 9-1-1.
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Out and About in South County
Dana Point: Movies in the Park
Move time! Enjoy some of your favorite movies at Lantern Bay Park every Friday in June from 8 to 10 PM. Popcorn is free and refreshments are available for purchase. Click here to find out when your favorite movies are playing!
Mission Viejo: 3rd Annual Film Festival
The City of Mission Viejo will be hosting its 3rd Annual Film Festival June 2 from 4 PM to 8 PM. For more information, visit the website.
This Week I:
Attended the Dana Point Memorial Day Observance at Pines Park in honor of all the brave men and women of our military who sacrificed their lives for our nation.
Presented a County Update to the Kiwanis Club of Mission Viejo and presented a proclamation in honor of their 50-year anniversary.
Attended the Dana Point State of the City Luncheon.
Performed my civic duty by participating in jury duty.
My Staff:
Attended the Code for America Summit.
Toured the HOAG Tustin Health center.
Attended the Laguna Beach Memorial Day Observance at Heisler Park.
Attended the Laguna Niguel Government Affairs Committee meeting.
Attended the San Juan Elementary School Gala at San Juan hills Golf Club to present a proclamation to retiring Principal Silvia Pule.
Presented a certificate of recognition at the Family Tree Orthodontics ribbon cutting ceremony in Mission Viejo.
Presented a certificate of recognition at the Sweet Home Capistrano Bakery ribbon cutting ceremony in San Juan Capistrano.
Presented a certificate of recognition at the Fiorina South ribbon cutting ceremony in San Clemente.
Attended the Dana Point Historical Society meeting to present a certificate of recognition in honor of their 2018 Founders Day Honoree, Jim "Skip" Wehan.
Attended the Dana Point State of the City Luncheon to present certificates of recognition to the 2018 Beautification Award winners: Harpoon Henry's, Coastal Kitchen, The Cove, and Bevmo.
Elected Officials in the Community
For questions or comments regarding Supervisor Bartlett's E-Newsletter please contact the Supervisor's office staff at: (714) 834-3550 or email Sergio.Prince@ocgov.com.