For media inquiries or interview requests, please contact Communications Director Latisha Townsend at Latisha.Townsend@ocgov.com
July 15, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement on OCTA’s Return of OC Fair Express for 2025
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley released a statement regarding the launch of the Orange County Transportation Authority’s OC Fair Express bus service, giving residents and visitors a low-cost and stress-free way to get to the OC Fair on weekends.
July 14, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Celebrates Grand Opening of Hoag Health Center in San Clemente
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley joined the San Clemente Chamber and 11-time world surfing champion Kelly Slater in unveiling the Hoag Health Center in San Clemente, marking a significant step toward restoring comprehensive health care access in South County.
July 8, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Provides Updates on Laguna Beach Fire Incident
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Yesterday, the City of Laguna Beach announced an active fire incident occurring in Laguna Beach near Rancho Laguna Road and Morningside Dr. The fire was successfully stopped and is no longer spreading in any particular direction, as of 5:08 p.m. yesterday
July 7, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Regarding Active Fire Incident in Laguna Beach
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Today, the City of Laguna Beach announced an active fire incident occurring in Laguna Beach near Rancho Laguna Road and Morningside Dr.
July 2, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Joins Local Leaders in Unveiling New Dana Point Harbor Parking Structure
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA – Today, Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley joined Mayor Pro Tem John Gabbard, President of the Dana Point Chamber Vickie McMurchie, Burnham-Ward Properties CEO Scott Burnham and President Bryon Ward, and harbor leaders in celebrating the completion and grand opening of Dana Point Harbor Partners’ new parking structure.
July 2, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement on Grand Jury Reports Regarding Homelessness and Hate Crime Activity
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Today, Vice Chair Katrina Foley released a statement regarding the Grand Jury’s release of two critical reports on homelessness and hate crime activity in Orange County.
June 25, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Following Board of Supervisors Meeting Where the Board Voted to Approve the 2025-26 Budget, Didi Hirsch Contract, Traffic Reduction, and John Wayne Airport
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley released a statement following the unanimous vote to support:
June 25, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement on Department of Justice Investigation into Orange County Registrar of Voters
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA – Today, Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley issued the following statement regarding the Department of Justice’s lawsuit against the County of Orange over voter records.
June 11, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement on OCTA Delivering on Measure M Promises for 34th Consecutive Year
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley released a statement on the Measure M Taxpayer Oversight Committee's confirmation for the 34th year in a row that Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is delivering on its promises to voters, responsibly investing in transportation improvements that enhance how people move throughout Orange County.
June 11, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement on UC Irvine and Orange County Museum of Art Potential Merger
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley released a statement following news that the county’s two biggest art collectors, UC Irvine and the Orange County Museum of Art, are considering a merger.
June 11, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement on Appointment of Michelle Aguirre as Orange County’s County Executive Officer
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — The Orange County Board of Supervisors voted on Tuesday in closed session to appoint Interim Orange County Executive Officer (CEO) Michelle Aguirre to be the County’s CEO. Michelle Aguirre assumes her role immediately. Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley released the following statement.
June 10, 2025
Building on the Success of OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley’s Nitrous Oxide Ban, OC Board of Supervisors Ban Sale of Kratom
ORANGE COUNTY, CA – The OC Board of Supervisors took necessary steps to ban the sale of kratom as the latest in a series of public health initiatives, inspired by the previous success of Supervisor Foley’s nitrous oxide ban.
June 10, 2025
OC Supervisor Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement on County Budget Hearings, Final Budget Approval Set for June 24
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Today, Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley released a statement following the public county budget hearings for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
June 10, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement on Ongoing Protests and ICE Raids in Orange County
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley released the following statement regarding ongoing protest activity and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Raids in Orange County.
June 9, 2025
Statement from Orange County Vice Chair Katrina Foley on Sentencing of Former Supervisor Andrew Do
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA – Today, Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley issued the following statement regarding the sentencing of former Supervisor Andrew Do to 60 months in federal prison
June 6, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement on Indictment of Peter Pham, Founder of OC-Based Non-Profit at the Center of the Andrew Do Scandal
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA – Today, Vice Chair Katrina Foley released the following statement in response to the federal indictment against Peter Anh Pham, founder of Viet America Society.
June 6, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Announcing Passenger Rail Service Set to Resume June 7 through South Orange County
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA – Today, Vice Chair Katrina Foley released the following statement in response to a San Diego jury's finding that Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer engaged in workplace harassment and retaliation against a former female prosecutor.
May 29, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Announcing Passenger Rail Service Set to Resume June 7 through South Orange County
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Vice Chair Katrina Foley released a statement following the recent San Clemente Rail Closure update, in which passenger rail service is set to resume through South Orange County.
May 28, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Following the Orange County Transportation Authority Board Meeting on Railroad Stabilization Updates, State Legislative Status Report, and the Proposed New Fare Media
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Today, Vice Chair Katrina Foley released a statement following the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Board of Directors meeting.
May 28, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley and U.S. Congressman Mike Levin Release Joint Statement Prior to California Energy Commission Meeting on Community Opposed Compass Energy Storage Project
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley and U.S. Congressman Mike Levin released a joint statement ahead of the California Energy Commission’s (CEC) informational and environmental scoping meeting in Orange County. This Thursday, the CEC will present and ask for information on the proposed Compass Energy Storage Project.
May 21, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Following Maximum Sentencing Recommendation for Former Supervisor Andrew Do
ORANGE COUNTY, CA – Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley released a statement following news that prosecutors have requested the maximum sentence of 60 months (5 years) in prison for former Supervisor Andrew Do. His criminal activity includes conspiracy to commit bribery related to the alleged embezzlement of millions in COVID-relief funds by a nonprofit that was supposed to provide meals to seniors and others in need.
May 20, 2025
OC Supervisor Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Following Board of Supervisors Meeting Where the Board Voted on John Wayne Airport, Wagon Wheel Payment Improvements, Behavioral Health Services and more
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley released a statement following the Board of Supervisors meeting where members voted on John Wayne Airport investments, behavioral health services, County capital improvements, developments for county unincorporated communities, and more.
May 19, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement on San Clemente Rail Closure
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Crews continue to make strong progress on emergency efforts to reinforce the most vulnerable areas along the rail line in San Clemente. Project leaders announced this week that they will continue to work seven days a week, including through Memorial Day weekend, to finish the work and safely reopen the track to passenger rail service as soon as possible.
May 14, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Celebrates Opening of WISEPlace and Highlights County Investments in Affordable Housing Development
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley released a statement following the grand opening of the new WISEPlace on Broadway permanent supportive housing development. In partnership with Jamboree Housing Corporation, a nonprofit affordable housing developer, this development offers stable living solutions for domestic violence survivors and their families, giving Orange County families a safe and healthy place to call home.
May 12, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Following the Orange County Transportation Authority Board Meeting on Railroad Stabilization, Mobile Ticketing for Buses, I-5 Improvements, and OCTA Budget for 2025-26 Fiscal Year
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Today, Vice Chair Katrina Foley released a statement following the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Board of Directors meeting. Amongst other items, the OCTA Board voted unanimously on two significant projects: one in San Clemente and one in Costa Mesa. The Board also heard the 2025-26 budget presentation.
May 6, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Following Board of Supervisors Meeting Where the Board Voted to Support Medicaid Funding, Housing Support Services, John Wayne Airport Investments, and more
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley released a statement following Board of Supervisors meeting where the Board voted to support Medicaid funding, housing support services, John Wayne Airport investments, and more.
May 3, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement on Sewage Spill and Closure Impacting Newport Beach
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA – Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley released a statement following news that a sewage spill at the Talbert Channel resulted in the closure of ocean waters in Huntington Beach and Newport Beach. The leak has since been resolved. However, some sewage entered the ocean at the mouth of the Santa Ana River, resulting in closures of 2,000 feet north and south of the channel.
April 30, 2025
Statement from Orange County Vice Chair Katrina Foley on the County of Orange Receiving AAA Rating
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA – Today, Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley released the following statement regarding the County maintaining its designation as an AAA rated organization with a stable outlook by Fitch Ratings. This rating highlights the County’s strong budget resilience and a shared commitment to low debt.
April 28, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Hosts Third Annual Fly Friendly Recognition Event at John Wayne Airport
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA – Today, Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley hosted a recognition event honoring this year’s 12 Fly Friendly Program participants, with special recognition of general aviation jet operators and fixed-based operators Clay Lacy Aviation and ACI Jet, who have adopted greener, sustainable technology and who educate and encourage pilots to fly quieter flight paths to protect surrounding communities.
April 22, 2025
OC Supervisor Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Following Board of Supervisors Meeting Where the Board Voted on the County Budget, Former Supervisor Andrew Do, John Wayne Airport, and County Grants and Awards
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley released a statement following the Board meeting where members voted on items related to the county budget, former Supervisor Andrew Do, John Wayne Airport, and county grants and awards.
April 15, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Joins Local Leaders and County Agencies in Celebrating HCA’s New Campus in Irvine
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA – Today, Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley, who represents part of Irvine, joined OC Supervisors Wagner and Sarmiento, County CEO Michelle Aguirre, OC Health Care Agency Director Dr. Veronica Kelley, and Area Manager of PCL Construction Jeyre Lewis for the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Orange County Health Care Agency’s (OCHCA) new Marine Way Campus.
April 15, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Following Announcement of Olympics 2028 Competitions in Orange County
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA – Today, Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley, representing 31 miles of coastline – from Costa Mesa to San Clemente, released a statement following LA 2028's Tuesday release of Olympic volleyball and surfing venues. The final list includes a surfing competition that will be hosted at Lower Trestles in San Clemente.
April 14, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Following Orange County Transportation Authority Board Vote on Emergency Permits and Garfield-Gisler Bridge Project
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Vice Chair Katrina Foley released a statement following the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Board of Directors meeting.
April 8, 2025
OC Supervisor Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Following Board of Supervisors Meeting Where the Board Voted on Licensing for Highway Patrol, Grant Awards in the Fifth District, Legislative Initiatives, and more
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley released a statement following Board actions on items related to licensing for State Highway Patrol, Grant Awards impacting the Fifth District, Legislative Support, and more. The meeting opened with a lengthy discussion about former Supervisor Andrew Do and recent developments in his case. Read Vice Chair Foley’s statements here.
April 8, 2025
OC Supervisor Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Following Board of Supervisors Delay on a Resolution Requesting the Department of Justice to Ensure Andrew Do Compliance with Plea Deal
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley released a statement following the Board of Supervisors’ decision to delay a vote on a resolution requesting the Department of Justice review whether disgraced former Supervisor Andrew Do complied with the plea deal he entered with the U.S. Department of Justice, pleading guilty to bribery. The discussion item stems from additional information about potential improper and illegal conduct that occurred following his resignation and plea agreement.
April 7, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Votes with OCTA Regional Transportation Planning Committee to Remove Garfield-Gisler Street Bridge from Master Plan
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Today, Vice Chair Katrina Foley voted to remove the Garfield-Gisler Bridge from the OCTA Master Plan of Arterial Highways. The item will now move to the full Orange County Transportation Authority Board, with a vote tentatively set for the April 13th meeting.
March 31, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Announces Honorees for Fourth Annual Women Making A Difference Awards
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley recognized more than 60 women at her Fourth Annual Women Making A Difference Awards. The 2025 national theme for Women’s History Month is “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations.” This year, Vice Chair Foley honored women in Orange County who represent education, community advocacy, nonprofits, climate, healthcare and support services for disabled communities.
March 31, 2025
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Announces Release of Sand Renourishment RFI & Emergency Coastal Development Permit Application by OCTA to Save LOSSAN Rail Corridor and South County Beaches
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA – Today, Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley releases a statement following the Orange County Transportation Authority’s urgent action to apply for an Emergency Coastal Development Permit and release a Request for Information to all sand renourishment contractors across the State of California. This step aligns with OCTA’s plan to stabilize the four “hot spot areas” identified in December 2023 as most vulnerable to catastrophic failure from beach erosion, wave impacts, and slope failure.
March 25, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Following Board of Supervisors Meeting Where the Board Voted on Traffic Safety, C-Basin Development, Housing in Orange County, and Fifth District Grants
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley released a statement following Board actions on items related to traffic safety enhancements in Ladera Ranch, C-Basin Development in Rancho Mission Viejo, Emergency Housing in Orange County, Fifth District Public Works Grants, and more.
March 18, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Comment on Entitlement of Costa Mesa Senior Center Affordable Housing Development
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA – Today in Costa Mesa, Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley joined the City of Costa Mesa’s City Council meeting to advocate for a housing development she has worked on since her time as Mayor of Costa Mesa seven years ago. The City Council voted unanimously (7-0) to entitle the project.
March 11, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Following Board of Supervisors Meeting Where the Board Voted to Extend Moratorium on Battery Storage Energy Facilities, Enhance Access at John Wayne Airport, Increase Safety in Newport Harbor, and Improve Access at OC Animal Care
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley released an update following Board actions on items related to battery energy storage facilities, John Wayne Airport, OC Animal Care, older adult needs, crisis intervention for Orange County’s homeless population, and more.
March 5, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Announces New Communications Director Latisha Townsend
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Vice Chair Katrina Foley welcomes the Fifth District’s new Communications Director Latisha Townsend. In this role, Latisha will lead the District 5 communications team, manage the development of our weekly newsletter, and oversee public and media relations for Vice Chair Foley. She joins Vice Chair Foley’s senior leadership team and will work directly with Vice Chair Foley to ensure prompt, transparent responses to requests for information from the press and community, as well as to improve communications about Supervisor Foley’s work and priorities for Orange County. Latisha brings a wealth of experience in public relations from all levels of government, political campaigns, and community engagement. We look forward to the strong leadership Latisha will provide to the communications team.
March 5, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Highlights OCTA Finance Team’s Work to Save Orange County $10.5 million
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Yesterday, the OC Transportation Authority (OCTA) finance team successfully refinanced approximately $250 million in Build America Bonds used for Measure M2, saving $10.5 million (4.4 percent). These savings more than doubled the expected savings of $4.2 million (1.6 percent), which was initially approved by the Board of Directors on February 24, 2025.
February 11, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Following Board of Supervisors Meeting Where the Board Approved First Reading of Nitrous Oxide Ban, Approved the County Housing Element, Audit Reports, and Accepted County Grant Funding
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley released a statement following the unanimous vote to support Vice Chair Katrina Foley’s proposed Nitrous Oxide Ordinance, approve the housing element, and accept grants.
January 28, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement Following US Government Funding Freeze, BESS Moratorium, and Board of Supervisors Meeting Actions
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Vice Chair of the OC Board of Supervisors Katrina Foley released a statement after the Board voted to support the expansion of affordable housing for seniors in San Clemente and for housing insecure Veterans through Project Homekey in Costa Mesa. The Board also approved protecting and maintaining open space surrounding the Ranch Plan Planning Community, a variety of grant applications and awards, received updates on the US Government funding freeze, and enacted an urgency ordinance to place a temporary moratorium on permitting for BESS facilities.
January 23, 2025
Vice Chair Katrina Foley and Congressman Mike Levin Release Statement Following Capture of Undocumented Migrants by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol in Dana Point
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Today, Orange County Sheriff’s Department Harbor Patrol responded to a concerned citizen who reported an unregistered boat in their docks in Dana Point Harbor. U.S. Customs and Border Patrol also arrived at the scene and detained multiple individuals, and impounded the vessel used to traffic undocumented migrants into Orange County through the Dana Point Harbor. While Border Patrol successfully detained approximately a dozen migrants, others were able to escape due to a coordinated look out effort and getaway vehicles. Investigations continue and inquiries can be directed to United States Customs and Border Patrol.
January 14, 2025
OC Supervisor Katrina Foley Releases Statement on Sewage Spill and Beach Closures in Laguna Beach
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — The OC Health Care Agency, Environmental Health Services, has closed the open coastal water area in Laguna Beach spanning from Treasure Island Beach to Table Rock at Aliso Beach due to a sewage spill. The sewage spill of approximately 465,000 gallons was caused by a force main sewer line break near the Laguna Niguel Regional Park that has since been repaired. The affected ocean water area will remain closed to swimming, surfing, and diving until the results of follow-up water quality monitoring meet acceptable standards.
January 14, 2025
OC Supervisor Katrina Foley elected Vice Chair of the Orange County Board of Supervisors, County Continues Investments to Prevent Recidivism and Expand Health Care Access
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley released a statement following the votes to support increased security at John Wayne Airport, allow CalOptima to participate in the California Health Benefit Exchange, approve a fully equipped, in-house auto shop for justice-involved youth in Orange County, and execute various grant agreements with community-based organizations for prevention and intervention programs for juvenile and adult justice-involved individuals in Orange County.
January 10, 2025
OC Supervisor Katrina Foley and Mayor Alex Rounaghi Applaud Decisive Action by Authorities to Prevent Fire Spread in Aliso and Woods Canyons
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Thanks to swift action from community members and a quick and coordinated response by Laguna Beach Firefighters, Orange County Parks staff, Orange County Fire Authority, Orange County Sheriff's Department, and other local agencies, two potential wildfires near Aliso and Woods Canyons were quickly extinguished on Friday, January 10, 2025. Additionally, a small vegetation fire was halted by OCFA in the Mission Viejo area without damage to nearby homes.
January 2, 2025
OC Supervisor Katrina Foley Highlights More Than $1.25 Billion Returned to Orange County, Public Safety Initiatives, and Public Corruption Prevention Reforms in 2024 Year in Review
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — Following a successful 2024, Supervisor Katrina Foley released the 2024 Year in Review for her office. Highlights include:
- More than $1.25 Billion returned to Orange County from DC and Sacramento
- Public Safety initiatives including E-Bike Safety Ordinance, Nitrous Oxide ban, and clearing of 1,265 homeless encampments
- Development of 714 new affordable and permanent supportive housing units for Veterans, seniors, families, and our workforce
- Public corruption prevention reforms to safeguard tax dollars
- Investments and support for small businesses and workforce development for OC’s economy.
