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Supervisor Todd Spitzer’s office sent out their debut newsletter yesterday…

Subscribe  |  Unsubscribe January 17, 2013 Volume 1 Issue 1 Todd Spitzer gets to work as Supervisor, picks staff (Santa Ana, CA) – Todd Spitzer, elected to serve as the next Orange County Supervisor from the Third District, was sworn in on January 7 and immediately began focusing on critical issues such as ending homelessness in Orange County and addressing problems with Irvine’s Great Park. Click here for a link to the Orange County Register’s story on Spitzer’s swearing-in. Click here to read Supervisor Spitzer’s remarks. Spitzer also announced his team, chosen to assist him in improving Orange County’s economy, ensuring public safety and bringing additional reforms to the county’s pension system. Spitzer sworn in by his wife, Judge Jamie Spitzer, joined by son, Justin and daughter, Lauren (not pictured) Click here for more information about Supervisor Spitzer’s staff. A history of controversy in the Great Park, but a bright future Supervisor Spitzer recently spoke before the Irvine City Council. Click here to view his remarks. Ending homelessness in Orange County (Santa Ana, CA) On January 15, members of the Orange County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to purchase property for the purposes of creating a year-round shelter for the homeless in North County. The location of the property is at 301 S. State College Blvd., in Fullerton and adjacent to north Anaheim. This item is part of the county’s board-approved ten-year plan to end homelessness and takes steps to create a year-round homeless shelter. Supervisor Shawn Nelson led the project, which is based in the Fourth District. For more than a year, Supervisor Nelson and staff worked with Fullerton officials and community members to identify a site location and work through logistical concerns. Supervisor Spitzer praised Supervisor Nelson’s leadership in bringing this important issue forward. “This is such an important step forward for Orange County as we find ways to help our homeless get back on their feet, and find treatment solutions for those affected by mental illness or drug and alcohol addiction,” said Supervisor Todd Spitzer in support of the purchase. “But it’s also critical to be aware that our action today is just a first step and that the people of Fullerton still have opportunities for public input at the city level through public hearings on this project,” Spitzer also said. Currently, two part time shelters are available under the county’s seasonal Armory Emergency Shelter Program. Access to these shelters is limited to the winter season and to specific nighttime hours. Spitzer also highlighted the upcoming survey of the county’s homeless population and committed that he and his staff would participate in the event. Click here to read more. Openings for boards and commissions to be announced (Santa Ana, CA) Next issue, openings for appointments to local boards and commissions from the Third District will be announced. Supervisor Spitzer has called for a transparent and open process for applications. A list of boards and commissions with available positions will be provided. Mike Johnson Chief of Staff Justin Glover Communications Director Martin Gardner Policy Advisor Martha Ochoa-Lopez Policy Advisor Carrie O’Malley Policy Advisor Chris Nguyen Policy Advisor District Map Anaheim, Irvine, Orange, Tustin, Villa Park, Yorba Linda Stay Updated!  http://ocgov.com/gov/bos/3/  Todd.Spitzer@ocgov.com  714.834.3330  View Online Version    Copyright 2013 County of Orange, California You are currently signed up to the 3rd District newsletter. To unsubscribe, click here.