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Lisa Bartlett - Supervisor, Fifth District
March 15, 2019 Volume 6 Issue 10
Bartlett Bulletin
2019 South County Pet Expo a Huge Success!

Last Saturday, I had the great pleasure of hosting our 4th annual South County Pet Expo with the City of Lake Forest.

An estimated 6,000 attendees, many accompanied by their pets, enjoyed a fun-filled day, featuring a variety of activities and entertainment, including over 100 booths with vendors providing all manner of pet-related information, services and resources. More importantly, many of the rescue animals present found new owners and their forever homes.

As a special added bonus, attendees were able to meet Bella, canine star of the movie "A Dog's Way Home" (still playing at a theater near you). In addition, W. Bruce Cameron, author of the bestselling book and major motion picture, conducted a book signing of his many bestsellers, including "A Dog's Journey," which also will be his next movie to be released in May.

With author Bruce Cameron and Bella at the Pet Expo.

Shelby (a.k.a. Bella) posing with her award at the Pet Expo.

Click here to see a photo album of our South County Pet Expo!

 
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Orange County Suicide Prevention Initiative

Suicide, particularly youth suicide, has unfortunately become all too familiar in our lives. Suicide is the leading cause of non-natural death nationwide. In Orange County, teen suicides averaged 13.3 deaths annually over the past 10-year period, which is higher than the California state average.

Last month, I hosted a forum on Children’s Mental Health with stakeholders, including parents and youth, who indicated there is little information available regarding resource availability. Further, we learned that families aren’t well equipped to recognize warning signs in their loved ones. Our community needs to work together to eliminate barriers to care.

As Chairwoman of the Orange County Board of Supervisors, it is my duty and responsibility to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all Orange County residents. My heart goes out to families who feel they don’t have resources to help their loved ones. I want to let our constituents know that they are not alone and there is hope.

To that end, the Board of Supervisors this week approved a $600,000 allocation towards an Orange County Suicide Prevention Initiative with our community partners at Be Well OC. With this allocation, we will be able to evaluate what is currently being done by different entities, plan how we can leverage existing programs, coordinate with one another, and ultimately enhance our suicide prevention efforts to make a greater impact.

Speaking at the OC Suicide Prevention Initiative press conference with Supervisors Doug Chaffee and Andrew Do.

As Be Well OC is comprised of public, private, academic, faith-based, and nonprofit organizations, it is well-suited to accomplish this task. Our community must come together to address preventing suicide in Orange County, as we cannot afford to lose another life!

 
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2019 San Juan Capistrano State of the City

This week, I was pleased to attend the San Juan Capistrano State of the City Address, which was delivered by Mayor Brian Maryott before a packed house at a dinner reception held at El Adobe Restaurant. During the program, a wonderful video created by City Staff was presented, highlighting the outstanding accomplishments and future plans of the City. To view the video, click on the image below.

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DUI Checkpoint St. Patrick’s Day Weekend

St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated by millions across the country, often culminating in parties where drinking is involved. Sadly, this leads to tragedies on our roadways because of drivers who choose to leave parties impaired.

Leading into the holiday, the Sheriff’s Department will hold a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint from 7 p.m. Friday, March 15, to 3 a.m. Saturday, March 16, in the City of San Juan Capistrano. Throughout the weekend, deputies will be on high-alert for drivers under the influence of drugs and alcohol. 

Due to St. Patrick’s Day becoming a dangerous holiday on our roads, the Sheriff’s Department encourages everyone to plan ahead and use a designated sober driver, ride-share or public transportation.

The Sheriff’s Department also wants to remind everyone that a “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.” Prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications and marijuana can all be impairing, especially in combination with alcohol or other drugs. For more information, click here.

 
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South County Motorcycle Safety Enforcement

The Orange County Sheriff’s Department will be conducting a specialized Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation Saturday, March 16, in an effort to lower deaths and injuries.

Extra deputies will be on duty patrolling areas in the cities of Laguna Hills and Dana Point frequented by motorcyclists and where motorcycle crashes occur. Deputies will be looking for violations made by drivers and riders alike that can lead to motorcycle crashes.

Operations like this are aimed at curbing a rise in motorcycle deaths. Over the last several years, motorcycle involved collisions have resulted in 288 fatal and injury crashes within the Sheriff’s Department jurisdiction.

 
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Crown Valley Parkway Bridge Repairs
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Laguna Audubon Basin Retrofit Project
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County Connections
OCTA Public Committees Recruitment

The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is recruiting for new committee members of two public committees, the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) and the Taxpayer Oversight Committee (TOC). These committees help advise OCTA on a wide range of policies, procedures, and actions. OCTA strongly encourages residents and community leaders to get involved and help improve the quality of life for all Orange County residents.

The Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) actively participates in helping examine traffic solutions, providing input to OCTA’s transportation studies and communicating with their constituencies. Committee members also participate in roundtable discussions and hear special presentations on various transportation projects, programs, and services. 

The Taxpayer Oversight Committee (TOC) is an independent 11-member committee that monitors OCTA’s use of revenue collected through OC GO (also known as Measure M), the county’s half-cent sales tax for transportation improvements. Members of the TOC work to ensure the transportation projects specified in OC Go are built as promised. There are open positions in the First, Third, Fourth, and Fifth Supervisorial Districts.

 
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OC Clerk Recorder: Special Saturday Opening
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Anecdotes and Stories about Fine Free Days
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Eco-Friendly Guide for St. Patrick's Day
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Join the 2020 Census Team!
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Critter Chronicles
Canine Pet of the Week: Meet Palma!
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OC Animal Care: Spring Fling Birthday Bash!
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Out and About in South County
Laguna Bluebelt: Photo Contest 2019
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St. Joseph's Day and Return of the Swallows

St. Joseph’s Day and the Return of the Swallows Celebration at Mission San Juan Capistrano is a world-renowned tradition celebrating the annual return of the famous swallows to Capistrano. This tradition was started by Father O’Sullivan in the 1920’s at the Mission and is carried out March 19 each year. Come to this historic celebration full of tradition, community and festivity March 19, marking the return of our famous swallows to Capistrano and the coming of spring, a time of renewal and rebirth.

 
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Mission Viejo Library: Comic-Con!

Don't miss the 2nd Annual Mission Viejo Library Comic-Con! This fun-filled event Saturday on March 23 from 10 AM to 2 PM features a bevy of activities, along with crafts, trivia games, book talks, costume story times, food trucks and much more. The event will also include a panel of writers and animators showcasing their careers and inspirations for their work.

 
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Swallows Day Parade and Mercado Street Fair

The 61st Annual Swallows Day Parade and Mercado Street Fair will be held Saturday, March 23. The Parade takes place throughout downtown San Juan Capistrano and is one of the nation’s largest non-motorized parades. Come by car, train, or take the convenient Shuttle Bus, but arrive early as most street closures are in effect by 10 AM. The Parade starts at 11 AM.

 
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Laguna Woods: Consumer & Financial Fraud
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Dana Point: The Taste of Dana
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Irvine: Superhero 5K / Health & Safety Expo
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This Week I
  • Hosted our 4th annual South County Pet Expo with the City of Lake Forest.
  • Chaired the Regular Meeting of the Orange County Board of Supervisors and presented Board Resolutions to the Orange County Visitors Association in honor of the County achieving the 50 million visitor milestone in 2018; the Social Services Agency and Health Care Agency in honor of Social Work Month; OC Public Works in honor of National Surveyors Week; to Alexander Behura in honor of the "Helping Hands" Special Needs Assistance Program at John Wayne Airport; and to Senior Assistant County Counsel Jack Golden in honor of his retirement after 29 years with the Orange County Counsel’s Office.
  • Participated in a press conference for the Orange County Suicide Prevention Initiative.
  • Participated in the LAFCO Annual Strategic Planning Workshop.
  • Attended the OC United Way Property Owner Summit.
  • Participated in a Joint Meeting of the TCA Boards of Directors.
  • Attended the San Juan Capistrano State of the City Address.
  • Participated in the SCAQMD Mobile Source Committee meeting.
  • Attended Orange County Animal Care "Animal Night" event at the Honda Center for the Anaheim Ducks vs. Los Angeles Kings game.
With Lake Forest Mayor Mark Tettemer and author Bruce Cameron at the South County Pet Expo.

With Lake Forest Councilmen Dwight Robinson and Scott Voigts, and April Josephson (Pet Adoption Center of Orange County) at the South County Pet Expo.

Presenting awards of appreciation to our partners and sponsors of the South County Pet Expo.

Working in my booth with my staff at the South County Pet Expo.

Presenting a Board Resolution to OC Pubilc Works in honor of National Surveyors Week.

Presenting Board Resolutions to SSA and HCA in honor of Social Work Month.

Presenting a Board Resolution to Alexander Behurain honor of the "Helping Hands" Special Needs Assistance Program at JWA.

Presenting a Board Resolution to Senior Assistant County Counsel Jack Golden in honor of his retirement after 29 years with the Orange County Counsel’s Office.

With OC United Way CEO Sue Parks at the Property Owner Summit.

Being interviewed at OC Animal Care's "Animal Night" event at the Honda Center.

With San Juan Capistrano Mayor Brian Maryott at the State of the City Address.
 
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My Staff
  • Presented a certificate of recognition in honor of the 100-year birthday celebration for Shirley Shannon of Laguna Woods.
  • Participated in our 4th annual South County Pet Expo.
  • Presented a certificate of recognition in honor of the ribbon cutting ceremony for BNI Prestige Partners in Aliso Viejo.
  • Presented certificates of recognition in honor of the ribbon cutting ceremony Maryam Pearose Pediatric Dentistry and L. Stephen Vaughan, Implant Surgeon, in Lake Forest.
  • Presented a proclamation in honor of the Waymakers Laguna Beach Youth Shelter 40th Anniversary Celebration.
  • Attended the San Juan Capistrano State of the City Address.
My Community Relations Advisor, Sergio Prince, with Laguna Beach Mayor Pro Tem Steve Dicterow (left), presenting a proclamation in honor of the Waymakers Beach Youth Shelter 40th Anniversary Celebration.

With author Bruce Cameron and Bella at the South County Pet Expo.

With Laguna Woods Mayor Cynthia Connors (left), presenting a certificate of recognition in honor of the 100-year birthday celebration for Shirley Shannon (center).

At the ribbon cutting for Maryam Pearose Pediatric Dentistry and L. Stephen Vaughan, Implant Surgeon, in Lake Forest.
(Photo Courtesy of Takata Photo & Design)
At the ribbon cutting ceremony for BNI Prestige Partners in Aliso Viejo.
 
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Elected Officials in the Community
Lake Forest Mayor Pro Tem Neeki Moatazedi at the ribbon cutting for Maryam Pearose Pediatric Dentistry and L. Stephen Vaughan, Implant Surgeon.
(Photo Courtesy of Takata Photo & Design)

Lake Forest Councilman Scott Voigts at the ribbon cutting for Maryam Pearose Pediatric Dentistry and L. Stephen Vaughan, Implant Surgeon.
(Photo Courtesy of Takata Photo & Design)
 
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For questions or comments regarding my E-Newsletter, please contact my office staff at (714) 834-3550 or email my Community Relations Advisor, Sergio Prince, at Sergio.Prince@ocgov.com.
 
In This Issue
orange arrow Bartlett Bulletin
orange arrow County Connections
orange arrow Critter Chronicles
orange arrow Out and About in South County
orange arrow This Week I
orange arrow My Staff
orange arrow Elected Officials in the Community
DISTRICT STAFF
 
Victor Cao
Chief of Staff

James Dinwiddie
Senior Policy Advisor

Sara May
Senior Policy Advisor

Sergio Prince
Community Relations Advisor

Megan Dutra
Communications Advisor

Pauline Colvin
Executive Assistant and Office Manager

 
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