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| County Connections |
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| Orange County collects 7,779 pounds on Prescription Drug Take Back Day! |
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This year I initiated the County’s participation in Prescription Drug Take Back Day in accordance with the DEA’s National Drug Take Back Day on April 30th. The effort was a phenomenal success and unwanted prescription drugs were collected at 25 locations countywide. A total of 7,779 pounds was collected! Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses both public health and public safety concerns. Unwanted drugs are susceptible to misuse and in some cases can be abused. Improper disposal of medication can wreak havoc on the environment and water quality. Following the appropriate disposal of prescription drugs is critical for public health concerns. To see how you can properly dispose of your old prescriptions at home, click here.
Of the 7,779 pounds collected, 2,383 pounds came from South County. See below for the amount collected at each OC Sherriff’s Department collection sites:
| Orange County Sheriff's Site |
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| Laguna Hills City Hall |
49 |
760 |
| Lake Forest City Hall |
27 |
177 |
| Mission Viejo City Hall |
37 |
600 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita City Hall |
22 |
321 |
| San Juan Capistrano City Hall |
32 |
525 |
| Yorba Linda Police Service Station |
21 |
147 |
| OCSD Total |
188 |
2530 |
For year-round drug disposal locations in the 5th district, see the list below:
- Aliso Viejo Sheriff’s Station - 11 Journey, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
- Dana Point Sheriff’s Department Office- 33282 Golden Lantern Suite 140, Dana Point, CA 92629
- Laguna Beach Police Department- 505 Forest Ave, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- Laguna Woods City Hall- 24264 El Toro Rd, Laguna Woods, CA 92637
- Norman P. Murray Center- 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Thank you to the residents and Sherriff’s deputies who participated in this effort in safe disposal measures to help the environment and save lives! |
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| Spring Fling Adoption Weekend |
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| Come visit the Orange County Animal Shelter on May 14th and 15th for a weekend-long adoption event, sponsored by our office! For this weekend only, adoption fees on all animals will be waived; just pay for the licensing and microchip. Adoptions are first come, first serve. We look forward to seeing you and hope you can help one of our dogs, cats, or bunnies find a "furever" home! |
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| Special Meeting: "Orange is the New Green" Zoning Code Update |
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You are welcome to attend a Community Workshop being held during a special meeting of the Orange County Planning Commission scheduled for May 25, 2016 from 6:00PM - 8:00PM At this special meeting, attendees will learn more about the “Orange Is the New Green” Zoning Code Update and have the opportunity to ask questions and provide input on the recommendations being considered to make the County’s Zoning Code “green.”
Information regarding the “Orange is the New Green” Zoning Code Update project can be found on the County’s website at:http://ocplanning.net/planning/projects/orange_is_the_new_green. This information includes the recently completed “Orange is the New Green” Code Analysis, Assessment and Best Practices Report. This report discusses the current status of the County’s Zoning Code, best practices utilized by other local jurisdictions, and recommendations on which of these best practices should be incorporated into the County’s Zoning Code.
The meeting will be held on May 25th from 6PM - 8PM at the OC Public Works Glassell Office in Conference Room 1A: 2301 N. Glassell Street, Orange. |
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| OC Waste & Recycling |
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| OC Waste & Recycling Releases 2015 Annual Report |
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| OC Waste & Recycling runs one of the nation’s finest waste management systems. Learn about what we accomplished last year in our 2015 Annual Report, released April 28, 2016. Click here to view the report. |
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| OC Moves |
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| I-5 South County Construction Alert |
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There will be a weekend closure of the Camino de Estrella on-ramp to Southbound I-5 beginning at 12PM on Friday, May 13, to 5PM on Monday, May 16.
The extended closure will allow crews to complete paving activities necessary to proceed to the next stage of construction. During the closure, crews will demolish portions of the existing pavement on the ramp and immediately repave it.
The reconfigured ramp will accommodate the new lanes being added on the I-5 freeway.
Please be advised, dates and times are subject to change due to weather conditions and unforeseen operational factors. |
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DETOUR I:
- From Camino de Estrella, turn right right to access the northbound I-5 on-ramp
- Continue on northbound I-5, exit PCH / Camino Las Ramblas (keep right at the fork)
- Turn left on PCH / Camino Las Ramblas
- Turn right on the southbound loop on-ramp to access I-5
DETOUR II:
- From westbound Camino de Estrella proceed over the freeway
- Make a U-turn at the southbound ramp intersection
- Continue back over the freeway and turn right on the northbound loop on-ramp to access I-5
- Continue on northbound I-5, exit Camino Las Ramblas (keep right at the fork on the ramp)
- Turn left on PCH / Camino Las Ramblas
- Turn right on the southbound loop on-ramp to access I-5
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| TCA: Rental Cars on the Toll Roads |
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Paying tolls while driving a rental car on The Toll Roads just got easier. TCA has partnered with most major rental car companies to offer rental car drivers three convenient ways to pay tolls.
Tolls can be charged directly through rental car agreements; paid online by pre-registering the vehicle at TheTollRoads.com/RentalTolls; or charged to an account by adding the rental vehicle’s license plate number to an existing FasTrak® or ExpressAccount®.
“With three new convenient payment options, rental car drivers can travel stress-free in and around Orange County,” said Michael A. Kraman, TCA’s CEO. “This is a huge step forward for TCA to improve the tourist and business traveler experience while they visit Orange County and drive The Toll Roads.”
Visitors who rent a car with one of TCA’s rental car partners will no longer need to know The Toll Road they drove and where they entered and exited – which eliminates their chance of receiving a Notice of Toll Evasion after returning the rental vehicle. |
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| Registrar of Voters |
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| Election Workers Needed |
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The Orange County Registrar of Voters needs more than 6,000 volunteers to assist with the various tasks that are required in conducting the upcoming June 7, 2016, Presidential Primary Election.
For information on the various Election Day volunteer opportunities, job descriptions, compensation and to sign up to serve on Election Day, county employees can go to the Registrar of Voters' website at ocvote.com/volunteer. |
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| OC Animal Care/Pet of the Week |
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| Out and About South County |
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| Dana Point: Whale Walk and Talk |
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From the Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center, we see many different species of whale and dolphin! Come learn about our largest animal visitors on an approximately 1.5 mile walk through the Dana Point Headlands conservation area. Bring your binoculars (or use ours!) and learn migration patterns of different whale species that frequent the area, as well as how to best spot, watch, and identify whales. This free event will take place on Saturday May 14th from 9AM to 11AM at the Nature Interpretive Center located at 34558 Scenic Drive Dana Point, CA.
For more information click here. |
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| Laguna Hills: Live Smart Community Event by Moulton Niguel Water District |
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| On Saturday, May 14th, from 10AM - 2PM, come learn about water conservation from the Moulton Niguel Water District. There will be food, music, giveaways, water education, and interactive activities for the whole family! See the flyer below for details. |
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| Laguna Hills: 2016 South County Job Fair |
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| Searching for a job? Need to refresh your resume? Come to the Laguna Hills Mall on Wednesday, May 18th, for the 2016 South County Job Fair! Dress professionally, bring copies of your resume, and come ready to network. Free parking, admission, and resume critique. See the flyer below for more information, or call 949-341-8000. |
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| Laguna Woods: 2016 Senior Summit |
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| Please join me at the 2016 South County Senior Summit on Friday, May 20th! From 9AM – 12:45PM, learn from featured speakers, discover local resources, and enjoy complimentary breakfast and lunch. Doors open early at 8AM for registration. I hope to see you there! |
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| Rancho Santa Margarita: Water Awareness Festival |
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Each year, Santa Margarita Water District hosts its Water Awareness Festival, a family-friendly event where adults and children are able to learn more about water use efficiency and local supply reliability. SMWD customers are invited to enjoy a day of fun and learning with a hands-on tide pool exhibit, water efficient irrigation and native plant displays, water presentations, games and crafts, music, and face painting. Tours of the Chiquita Wastewater Treatment Plant are also offered.The event is held in the spring to celebrate the state of California’s recognition of May as “Water Awareness Month.”
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| Last but not least this week I: |
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- Participated in the OCTA Board meeting.
- Chaired the Orange County Board of Supervisors meeting.
- Participated in the Orange County Local Agencies Formation Commission (LAFCO).
- Participated in the TCA Joint Executive, San Juan Hills, and Foothill Eastern committee meetings.
- Attended the Rancho Santa Margarita Meet the Mayor Event.
- Presented a certificate of recognition in honor of the Tijeras Creek Golf Club grand re-opening.
- Spoke at the Laguna Niguel Junior Civic Workshop graduation.
- Spoke as the featured speaker at the Orange County Fire Authority's graduation.
- Attended the Sober-Living Homes Regional Town Hall in Laguna Hills.
- Spoke at the SOKA University 15th Annual International Festival.
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At the SOKA University International Festival, cutting the cake with SOCCCD Trustee Marcia Milchiker (left) Laguna Niguel Mayor Laurie Davies, Aliso Viejo Councilman Phil Tsunoda, SOKA University President Daniel Habuki, Aliso Viejo Mayor Mike Munzing, Laguna Woods Mayor Pro Tem Shari Horne, Laguna Niguel Councilman Jerry McCloskey, Orange County Clerk Recorder Hugh Nguyen, Aliso Viejo Mayor Pro Tem Dave Harrington and Councilman Ross Chun, in honor of the 15th birthday celebration of SOKA University and the City of Aliso Viejo.
Presenting a certificate of recognition to Santa Margarita Water District Board President Charley Wilson and Director Saundra Jacobs in appreciation of their presentation to the Board of Supervisors.
Presenting a certificate of recognition to Trabuco Canyon Water District General Manager Hector Ruiz, Board Vice President Glenn Acosta, and Directors Mike Safranski and Ed Mandich in appreciation of their presentation to the Board of Supervisors.
With Orange County Veterans Advisory Council Chairman Bobby McDonald, Vice Chairman Chase Wickersham, and members Bill Kogerman, Don Dillon and Miguel Vazquez following their 2015 Year in Review presentation to the Board of Supervisors.
Presenting a certificate of recognition at the grand re-opening of the Tijeras Creek Golf Club / Meet the Mayor event with RSM Councilman Mike Vaughn (left), Mayor Tony Beall, Mayor Pro Tem Carol Gamble and Councilman Brad McGirr.
With Assemblyman Bill Brough (left) and Dana Point City Manager Doug Chotkevys at the Sober-Living Homes Regional Town Hall in Laguna Hills.
Congratulating the graduates of the Laguna Niguel Junior Civic Workshop! Pictured with Sheriff Sandra Hutchens, Mayor Laurie Davies, Mayor Pro Tem Jerry Slusiewicz, and Council Members Elaine Gennawey, Jerry McCloskey and Fred Minagar.
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| My Staff: |
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- Staffed my County Information Booth at the SOKA University 15th Annual International Festival in Aliso Viejo.
- Attended a South County Water Expo planning meeting.
- Attended a South County Senior Summit planning meeting.
- Attended the Laguna Beach State of the City Address.
- Presented a certificate of recognition in honor of the Kumon Math and Reading Center ribbon cutting in San Clemente.
- Presented a certificate of recognition in honor of the grand opening of CHOC Children's Health Center in Mission Viejo.
- Toured the Laguna Coast Wilderness Park with the Laguna Canyon Foundation’s Executive Director, Hallie Jones.
- Attended the Homeless OC Task Force meeting.
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Presenting a certificate of recognition at the grand opening of the CHOC Children's Health Center in Mission Viejo.
Presenting a certificate of recognition at the Kumon Math and Reading Center ribbon cutting in San Clemente. |
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| South County Elected Officials in the Community |
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Assemblyman Bill Brough (left), Senator Pat Bates and Assemblyman Matt Harper at the Sober-Living Homes Regional Town Hall in Laguna Hills.
Laguna Beach Mayor Steve Dicterow and wife, Catrina, at the State of the City luncheon.
Laguna Beach Councilman Kelly Boyd, Chief of Police Laura Farinella, and Assistant City Manager Christa Johnson at the State of the City luncheon.
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| For questions or comments regarding Supervisor Bartlett’s E-Newsletter please contact the Supervisor's office staff at: (714) 834-3550 or Sara.May@ocgov.com. |
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