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Policy Pulse: October 4, 2024


We are thrilled to welcome both Anaheim Transportation Network (ATN) and Orange County Conservation Corps (OCCC) as affiliate members! ATN, known for their eco-friendly ART (Anaheim Resort Transportation) services, plays a key role in enhancing mobility in the Anaheim area and beyond. OCCC, focused on empowering local youth through education and job training, strengthens our community through its impactful initiatives. Together, we look forward to promoting sustainability and community development. Welcome aboard!

 

ACC-OC has launched a series of Better Learning Opportunities. These opportunities are designed to be both enjoyable and enriching, providing valuable resources to all.

 

Don't miss out on any of these opportunities.

Last Chance to Register


Dana Point Harbor Revitalization Tour

Hosted by the ACC-OC Economic Development and Tourism Committee, please join us for this exclusive tour and briefing of the Dana Point Harbor Revitalization Project and Marina Updates.


Last Chance to Register


Affordable Housing Tour with National Core

Join ACC-OC's Housing and Homelessness Committee for our Better Learning Opportunity with National CORE to take a deep dive into affordable housing development in Orange County. The tour will feature Mountain View in Lake Forest and Santa Angelina in Placentia.

Last Chance to Register


SONGS Decommissioning Project

Tour participants will learn about history of SONGS, see firsthand the decommissioning progress, learn about the storage of spent nuclear fuel and what the community can expect in the short and long-term for the site.





Metrolink Briefing


Join ACC-OC Transportation & Infrastructure Committee's Better Learning Opportunity Metrolink Briefing to engage local leaders, stakeholders, and the community in a discussion on Metrolink’s strategic vision for the future, with a focus on its impact on Orange County. The briefing aims to provide attendees with insights into upcoming projects, sustainability efforts, and how Metrolink plans to enhance regional transportation with Metrolink CEO Darren Kettle.

 

Combatting Veteran's Homelessness with Jamboree Housing


Join ACC-OC's Housing and Homelessness Committee with Jamboree Housing for this Better Learning Opportunity to learn about county efforts on housing solutions for veterans.


To find out more information about these events or to register, visit our upcoming events page!

 

ACC-OC is excited to present a new episode of our City Square podcast, featuring Darrell E. Johnson, CEO of OCTA. In this episode, Mr. Johnson discusses OCTA’s forward-thinking mobility programs, key community initiatives, and ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship across Orange County.


Gain valuable insights into how OCTA is shaping the future of transportation and community engagement.


Don't miss this informative conversation—tune in today!

 

Equity Profile Listening Session


Orange County Grantmakers, in partnership with the League of California Cities and the Association of California Cities Orange County (ACC-OC), invites local leaders to a roundtable on Wednesday, October 30, from 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. at the Orange County Business Council in Irvine. This session will offer a preview of the 2025 Orange County Equity Profile report, and it aims to gather feedback from elected officials and city leaders on key equity issues such as housing, racial health disparities, and income gaps.


Event details:

-Date: Wednesday October 30,2024

-Time: 9:00-10:30 a.m.

- Doors open at 8:40 a.m.

- Location: 2 Park Plaza #100, Irvine, CA

This is an excellent opportunity to shape regional policies and address community concerns about equity.


 

City of Los Alamitos


The Elevate Women’s Conference will take place in Los Alamitos, offering an empowering space for women in the community to network, learn, and grow. Community partners support this event and aims to inspire attendees through motivational speakers and engaging sessions. It's a great opportunity to connect with like-minded women and explore key topics relevant to personal and professional development.








 

Orange County Sanitation District


The Orange County Sanitation District is proud to announce their State of OC San Event on Friday, October 25th from 11 am - 1 pm.

 

This is a free event and registration is required to attend the luncheon!








 

SoCalGas


With no-cost registration, the 11th annual Foodservice Equipment Expo provides an opportunity to connect and build with innovation at one of the industry's largest West Coast showcases of natural gas and energy-efficient commercial foodservice equipment. Leading industry manufacturers will display and demonstrate their brands as attendees visit booths and live-action cooking stations, sample artisan foods cooked on a variety of natural gas equipment, network, and learn about available rebates.

 

City of Huntington Beach


On Wednesday, September 25, Mayor Gracey Van Der Mark, Council Members Kalmick, Moser, and Bolton, City staff, Caltrans, and community members celebrated the ribbon cutting of the Oak View Beautification Project! The community transformed in just a few months with vibrant landscaping, upgraded streetscapes, improved traffic safety, and new pedestrian-friendly features. Thanks to a $5 million contribution from Caltrans and $1.5 million from the City; Oak View is now more beautiful, walkable, and a better place to live, learn, and play.  

 

Sustain SoCal


This conference will delve into the status of decarbonization solutions in the industrial, commercial and governmental sectors. There will also be a session on incentives, policy and legislation and, as usual, we will highlight our local energy innovators.

Speakers include key decision makers from corporations in various industries, innovators, public and private investment firms, government, agencies, utilities, banks, non-profits and other industry leaders.

Topics include electrification, hydrogen, Inflation Reduction Act, renewables, built environment, agriculture, grant incentives, investor trends, ESG and innovation.

Over the course of its fourteen years, this event has attracted thousands and continues to be a launching point for key connections and collaborations leading to economic growth and solutions for Southern California’s evolving energy needs and sustainability goals.


 

City of Santa Ana


Join the Second Annual InfluenceHER Summit: Power Your Potential with Girls Inc. of Orange County and Santa Ana Mayor Amezcua.  This is a fantastic FREE opportunity to hear messages from professional women in their diverse careers. In addition, a resource, job and college fair will take place to give students a chance to interact with various organizations. The discussions will focus on education, transition to college, confidence, careers, community engagement and personal growth among others. In addition, a resource fair will take place to give students a chance to interact with various community organizations and colleges. 


Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Community services hours will be awarded. And raffle items will be given out. 


Time & Date: Saturday, October 12, 2024 -- 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Location: Santa Ana College  --- 1530 W. 17th St., Santa Ana CA 92706



 

CalOptima Health


CalOptima Health is hosting a Naloxone Distribution Event for providers and community stakeholders. The event will take place at CalOptima Health on Friday, October 11, from 9am to noon. Their goal is to distribute Naloxone in the community ahead of the holidays to address the accidental overdosing and opioid epidemic in our local community. Attendees will be able to access an unlimited cases of the 8 mg naloxone at this event.






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City of Aliso Viejo


To show their appreciation for veterans, they invite you to stop by Aliso Viejo Ranch between October 10 and November 10 to pick up a commemorative item in honor of your service, while supplies last.


Location: Aliso Viejo Ranch is located at 100 Park Ave., Aliso Viejo, CA 92656.










 

 

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