As we close out on the month of June, the County is also closing out its fiscal year. I am proud to announce that Orange County has approved its tentative budget of $9.5 billion to continue providing vital services to our constituents. This budget demonstrates Orange County's dedication to managing finances responsibly, prioritizing efficient use of taxpayer dollars while focusing on essential services like public safety. I look forward to the Board meeting later this month, where we will finalize and approve this budget. |
Orange County Board of Supervisors Approved Balanced $9.5 Billion Tentative Budget (Santa Ana, CA) – At Tuesday’s annual budget meeting, the Orange County Board of Supervisors tentatively approved its budget for the next fiscal year. The County expects to receive final budget approval at the Supervisor’s June 25th meeting. The $9.5 billion budget, which adequately funds public safety and essential services, confirms the county’s ongoing commitment to fiscal responsibility and community safety. This budget reflects careful consideration of the county’s priorities and needs, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively. "This budget demonstrates our continued dedication to fiscal prudence while prioritizing the needs of our residents,” said Don Wagner, Chairman of the Orange County Board of Supervisors. “The uncertain and mismanaged state budget presents us with substantial challenges and uncertainties of our own. But the Board and our staff have been diligent in watching the budget and disciplined in spending tax dollars. We are well positioned this year to weather Governor Newsom’s ever shifting promises and Sacramento’s fiscal failures. By responsibly managing our resources, we can continue to provide essential services and support the growth and prosperity of Orange County." This budget is a testament to Orange County’s commitment to fiscal responsibility, ensuring taxpayer dollars are utilized efficiently, maintaining a focus on public safety and other critical services. The Board's tentative approval of the budget marks a significant milestone in the county’s financial planning process. As Orange County continues to grow and evolve, this budget sets a solid foundation for future prosperity and success. |
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I joined Disneyland President, Ken Potrock, and three Disneyland employees for the Aspire Reception in Anaheim. These three employees took advantage of this great opportunity offered by Disneyland. Disney Aspire is an educational investment program that provides employees with resources to achieve their educational goals by offering tuition assistance, and other benefits like reimbursements for books and fees. Thank you, Disneyland, for offering this wonderful opportunity for your employees. |
SHARE OURSELVES CLINIC EXPANSION |
My District Director, Scott Voigts, and Community Outreach Director, Saga Conroy, joined the ribbon cutting ceremony of Share Ourselves for the expansion of its Mission Viejo clinic with a doubling of its capacity and an adding dental services, where they presented a certificate of recognition.
We’re grateful for all the services that Share Ourselves provides to the community, and congratulate them for this expansion that will better serve the needs of patients.
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MISSION VIEJO ANNUAL BREAKFAST AND STATE OF THE CITY |
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I proudly sponsored the City of Mission Viejo's Annual Breakfast & State of the City with Mayor Trish Kelley, held by the Mission Viejo Chamber of Commerce. As both City Manager Dennis Wilberg and Assistant City Manager Keith Rattay are retiring soon, Mission Viejo welcomed newly appointed City Manager, Elaine Lister, a longtime Mission Viejo employee with a wealth of experience and passion for Mission Viejo. She has served in a variety of positions with the City, and has been serving as Director of Director of Community Development for the last 11 years, overseeing the divisions of planning and development, building and safety, economic development, and code enforcement. We thank Dennis and Keith for their dedicated service, and look forward to working with Elaine to serve our community! Lots of great news was shared at the breakfast, but the most exciting news was that Councilman Brian Goodell and Mayor Pro Tem Bob Ruesch will lead the Mission Viejo Delegation to attend the 2024 Olympics in Paris as part of the city's effort to bring teams and activities to Orange County as part of the 2028 LA Olympics. We wish them a safe trip and can’t wait to hear more that they bring back to OC! |
MISSION VIEJO NADADORES HEAD TO OLYMPIC TRIALS |
My Community Outreach Director, Saga Conroy, joined Mission Viejo Councilman Brian Goodell (a former Olympic Freestyle Gold Medalist) for a send off ceremony where she presented certificates of recognition to the members of the Mission Viejo Nadadores who have been selected to participate in the trials for the US Olympic team for the upcoming Paris Olympics! Best of luck to the our athletes in their trials to join the Olympics! |
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RSM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL'S "GIVING BACK ON THE GREEN" FUNDRAISING EVENT |
My District Director, Scott Voigts, and Community Outreach Director, Saga Conroy, presented certificates of recognition to RSM Christian School at its “Giving Back on the Green” fundraising event. The certificate is to recognize RSM Christian School’s mission to building a faith-filled community that focuses on child development so children will flourish in God’s blessings. |
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My Community Outreach Director, Saga Conroy, joined the staff of the Great Park for a status report on the upcoming planning and construction of an upgraded Pretend City Children’s Museum at the Great Park, where they are seeking donations, volunteers, and a wide variety of community support. Pretend City is a wonderful addition to the Great Park, and I can’t wait to see the final results of its upgrades! |
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ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF CALIFORNIA MEETING |
I joined Associated General Contractors of California at the Griffith Company’s offices for an update and discussion on Orange County’s infrastructure, developing workforce, and construction industry. It was a robust discussion and it gives me confidence in the future of Orange County’s infrastructure and construction industry. |
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ORANGE ANNUAL GALA |
The Community Foundation of Orange (CFO) held its annual gala to honor Love Orange and its director, Ric Olsen. The event was sold out with 300 people attending in the lovely garden setting of Grand Gimeno. Both the live and silent auctions were a great success which gives financial support to CFO. Since 2002, CFO has invested more that $2.5 million in programs and over $225,000 in grants to create a lasting resource, building civic investment and community involvement. My field representative, Pat Buttress, presented a certificate on my behalf to Ric Olsen. Love Orange, founded in 2012 with the intent to bring together community partners in year round service projects to show their love for the City of Orange. The Annual City-Wide Volunteer Day connects residents of Orange with one another, fosters civic pride, makes a difference in tangible ways and leads to ongoing involvement by volunteers throughout the year. |
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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. |
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