With Thanksgiving just around the corner, there is much to be grateful for this year.
Even as the year is winding down, my office certainly isn't. I'll be hosting my third annual Trout Fishing Derby at Irvine Lake on Saturday, December 7th. It is free to the public. The Board will also be hosting our 2024 Orange County Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony next month. Nine more Orange County legends go into our hall of fame that day. We're all incredibly excited to honor those from Orange County who have exemplified the very best our community.
I am excited for this last month of 2024 as we close out this very productive year! |
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, there is much to be grateful for this year.
Even as the year is winding down, my office certainly isn't. I'll be hosting my third annual Trout Fishing Derby at Irvine Lake on Saturday, December 7th. It is free to the public. The Board will also be hosting our 2024 Orange County Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony next month. Nine more Orange County legends go into our hall of fame that day. We're all incredibly excited to honor those from Orange County who have exemplified the very best our community.
I am excited for this last month of 2024 as we close out this very productive year! |
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Op-Ed: After Andrew Do: The County's Steps to Re-Establish Public Confidence Click here to read my latest op-ed in the California Globe on the County’s transparency efforts following Supervisor Do’s resignation. |
Op-Ed: After Andrew Do: The County's Steps to Re-Establish Public Confidence Click here to read my latest op-ed in the California Globe on the County’s transparency efforts following Supervisor Do’s resignation. |
In 1621, 403 years ago, the Pilgrims celebrated Thanksgiving after their first harvest in the New World. This feast lasted three days and was attended by 90 Native American Wampanoag people and 53 survivors of the Mayflower. In 1863, President Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a federal holiday by proclaiming it to be a day of "Thanksgiving and Praise to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the Heavens."
As we gather with our loved ones this Thanksgiving, let us remember the origins of this holiday that brings family, friends, and loved ones together to thank God for all he has given us.
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In 1621, 403 years ago, the Pilgrims celebrated Thanksgiving after their first harvest in the New World. This feast lasted three days and was attended by 90 Native American Wampanoag people and 53 survivors of the Mayflower. In 1863, President Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a federal holiday by proclaiming it to be a day of "Thanksgiving and Praise to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the Heavens."
As we gather with our loved ones this Thanksgiving, let us remember the origins of this holiday that brings family, friends, and loved ones together to thank God for all he has given us.
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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA LEADERSHIP COUNCIL RECOGNITION OF GOVERNOR PETE WILSON |
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA LEADERSHIP COUNCIL RECOGNITION OF GOVERNOR PETE WILSON |
I recently joined my fellow Southern California Leadership Council (SCLC) Board Members in recognizing former Governor Pete Wilson’s 20 years of dedicated service to the SCLC.
Alongside me and Governor Wilson are Governors Gray Davis and Arnold Schwarzenegger, Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger, San Diego County Supervisor Nora Vargas, and Riverside County Supervisor V. Manuel Perez.
Thank you Governor Wilson for your decades of commitment to California. |
I recently joined my fellow Southern California Leadership Council (SCLC) Board Members in recognizing former Governor Pete Wilson’s 20 years of dedicated service to the SCLC.
Alongside me and Governor Wilson are Governors Gray Davis and Arnold Schwarzenegger, Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger, San Diego County Supervisor Nora Vargas, and Riverside County Supervisor V. Manuel Perez.
Thank you Governor Wilson for your decades of commitment to California. |
PACIFIC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA NEW CONDUCTOR CEREMONY |
PACIFIC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA NEW CONDUCTOR CEREMONY |
Supervisor Katrina Foley and I joined the Pacific Symphony at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts to welcome the Symphony’s new Music Director, the renowned conductor Alexander Shelley. Shelly will be replacing Carl St. Clair, who retires after 35 years of leading the Symphony. We are grateful to Carl St. Clair for sharing his musical gifts with Orange County for the last 35 years, and are excited to see what Alexander Shelly has to offer in this new era for the Pacific Symphony Orchestra. |
Supervisor Katrina Foley and I joined the Pacific Symphony at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts to welcome the Symphony’s new Music Director, the renowned conductor Alexander Shelley. Shelly will be replacing Carl St. Clair, who retires after 35 years of leading the Symphony. We are grateful to Carl St. Clair for sharing his musical gifts with Orange County for the last 35 years, and are excited to see what Alexander Shelly has to offer in this new era for the Pacific Symphony Orchestra. |
WWII VETERAN ERWIN SOLLOWAY'S 100TH BIRTHDAY |
WWII VETERAN ERWIN SOLLOWAY'S 100TH BIRTHDAY |
World War II veteran Erwin Solloway celebrated his 100th birthday in style. A parade of family and friends, a big cake, and tributes from American Legion Post 838 were the highlights of the day. As he reaches this milestone, he celebrates a century of steadfast commitment to his family, community, and the country he served. Happy 100th birthday, Erwin! And thank you for your service! |
World War II veteran Erwin Solloway celebrated his 100th birthday in style. A parade of family and friends, a big cake, and tributes from American Legion Post 838 were the highlights of the day. As he reaches this milestone, he celebrates a century of steadfast commitment to his family, community, and the country he served. Happy 100th birthday, Erwin! And thank you for your service! |
MISSION VIEJO VETERANS DAY CEREMONY |
MISSION VIEJO VETERANS DAY CEREMONY |
My Community Outreach Director, Saga Conroy, joined Mission Viejo City Council for its Veteran’s Day Ceremony to honor our service members from the community. Thank you for your service! |
My Community Outreach Director, Saga Conroy, joined Mission Viejo City Council for its Veteran’s Day Ceremony to honor our service members from the community. Thank you for your service! |
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OCFA DIVISION CHIEF SCOTT WIEDENSOHLER RETIREMENT |
OCFA DIVISION CHIEF SCOTT WIEDENSOHLER RETIREMENT |
My Field Representative, Pat Buttress, presented a proclamation to Orange County Fire Authority Division Chief Scott Wiedensohler, for his service to the cities of Yorba Linda, Villa Park, Tustin and unincorporated canyons. Scott is retiring after 20 plus years with OCFA and will be moving to Arkansas with his family. Scott has been professional, responsive, and a pleasure to work with for the past several years. My staff and I wish him continued success in his future endeavors and thanking him for being a very helpful and enthusiastic resource for my office and the county. |
My Field Representative, Pat Buttress, presented a proclamation to Orange County Fire Authority Division Chief Scott Wiedensohler, for his service to the cities of Yorba Linda, Villa Park, Tustin and unincorporated canyons. Scott is retiring after 20 plus years with OCFA and will be moving to Arkansas with his family. Scott has been professional, responsive, and a pleasure to work with for the past several years. My staff and I wish him continued success in his future endeavors and thanking him for being a very helpful and enthusiastic resource for my office and the county. |
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CONGRESSWOMAN YOUNG KIM ROUNTABLE DISCUSSION ON WILDFIRE PREVENTION |
CONGRESSWOMAN YOUNG KIM ROUNTABLE DISCUSSION ON WILDFIRE PREVENTION |
Congresswoman Young Kim recently hosted a roundtable discussion with Congressman Bruce Westerman, Chairman of the House Committee on Natural Resources, to discuss how we can better work together on wildfire prevention and mitigation. My Field Representative, Al Tello, attended this meeting which also included Orange County Fire Authority representatives, U.S. Forest Service officials, and local canyon residents. |
Congresswoman Young Kim recently hosted a roundtable discussion with Congressman Bruce Westerman, Chairman of the House Committee on Natural Resources, to discuss how we can better work together on wildfire prevention and mitigation. My Field Representative, Al Tello, attended this meeting which also included Orange County Fire Authority representatives, U.S. Forest Service officials, and local canyon residents. |
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MISSION VIEJO PARTNERSHIP WITH DUTCH OLYMPIC COMMITTEE |
MISSION VIEJO PARTNERSHIP WITH DUTCH OLYMPIC COMMITTEE |
My Community Outreach Director, Saga Conroy, presented a Certificate of Recognition to the Dutch Olympic Committee with Mission Viejo Mayor Trish Kelley, Councilman Brian Goodell, and Mission Viejo Recreation and Community Services Director, Mark Nix to recognize the City of Mission Viejo’s new partnership with the Dutch Olympic Committee to serve as its primary pre-games training destination for their LA28 Olympic and Paralympic delegations. Congratulations on this wonderful opportunity! |
My Community Outreach Director, Saga Conroy, presented a Certificate of Recognition to the Dutch Olympic Committee with Mission Viejo Mayor Trish Kelley, Councilman Brian Goodell, and Mission Viejo Recreation and Community Services Director, Mark Nix to recognize the City of Mission Viejo’s new partnership with the Dutch Olympic Committee to serve as its primary pre-games training destination for their LA28 Olympic and Paralympic delegations. Congratulations on this wonderful opportunity! |
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Chairman Wagner is proud to serve approximately 630,000 residents at the Board of Supervisors in the communities of Anaheim Hills, Irvine, Lake Forest, Tustin, North Tustin, Orange, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Villa Park, Yorba Linda, the Unincorporated Canyon areas. |
Chairman Wagner is proud to serve approximately 630,000 residents at the Board of Supervisors in the communities of Anaheim Hills, Irvine, Lake Forest, Tustin, North Tustin, Orange, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Villa Park, Yorba Linda, the Unincorporated Canyon areas. |
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