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Policy, Education & Advocacy Led By ACC-OC

The Association continually provides expertise on a range of policy issues affecting stakeholders at the local, regional, state and national orbits. These contributions advance our ongoing mission to be the authoritative regional voice for public policy issues, with focus on: education that empowers, policy that is collaborative and advocacy that is service-oriented.

Policy Pulse: May 8, 2026

ACC-OC board members and staff joined regional leaders at the 2026 Regional Conference & General Assembly, held May 7–8 at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert. The conference featured panels, discussions, and networking opportunities focused on some of the region’s most pressing challenges, including resilience, housing affordability, mega-events, and the emerging AI economy. Board members and staff engaged with partners, shared insights, and gathered v

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Policy Pulse: May 1, 2026

This week, Disneyland Resort hosted the “Wishes Assemble” event at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Park, welcoming nearly 40 children with critical illnesses and their families for a special Make-A-Wish experience. Part of Disney’s “Week of Wishes,” which celebrates its 45-year partnership with Make-A-Wish, the event brought together notable guests including Anthony Mackie, Paul Bettany, MrBeast, Mark Rober, and Dude Perfect. Families participated in immersive

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May 18 min read

Policy Pulse: April 3, 2026

ACC-OC Executive Director Kris Murray and Director of Member Services Kathryn Morrison attended the City of Lake Forest’s Annual Meet the Mayor & State of the City on March 31 at the Lake Forest Performing Arts Center. The evening began with a networking reception hosted by the Lake Forest Chamber of Commerce, bringing together local business leaders, community members, and city officials for meaningful connection and collaboration. The program continued with Mayor Robert Peq

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Apr 310 min read

Policy Pulse: December 5, 2025

This week, ACC-OC hosted a BOLD webinar providing an overview of the upcoming federal changes to HUD’s Continuum of Care (CoC) program for FY 2025. These updates will influence how cities plan, coordinate, and administer homelessness services in the year ahead. With Orange County’s $33 million in CoC funding at risk of not being renewed next year, more than 1,800 residents in Permanent Housing and 375 in Rapid Re-Housing could lose support and face returning to homelessness.

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Dec 5, 20257 min read