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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.
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Policy Pulse: March 13, 2026
ACC-OC’s delegation traveled to Sacramento this week for our 2026 Advocacy Trip, spending two days meeting with state leaders, legislative offices, and key agencies to advocate for priorities impacting Orange County cities. The program included discussions on critical issues such as energy, housing, fiscal policy, aging services, economic development, health and human services, transportation and water infrastructure. These conversations are an important opportunity to elevat

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Policy Pulse: March 6, 2026
ACC-OC was proud to join city, county, and community leaders from across Orange County in celebrating the grand opening of Waste Management’s new recycling center in the City of Orange. This state-of-the-art facility represents an important investment in the region’s sustainability infrastructure, helping to improve recycling capacity, reduce landfill waste, and support a more circular economy for Orange County. ACC-OC remains committed to advancing sustainability as a key po

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Policy Pulse: October 10, 2025
ACC-OC and Charter Communications hosted a BOLD (Better Opportunities for Learning and Development) session on Monday, October 6,...

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Oct 10, 20257 min read


Policy Pulse: October 3, 2025
On October 2, 2025, ACC-OC hosted a BOLD Program with Southern California Edison at their Westminster Fenwick facility. Attendees toured...

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Oct 3, 20256 min read


Policy Pulse: September 29, 2025
On Tuesday, September 23, ACC-OC Executive Director Kris Murray joined Venture Strategic’s Jeffrey D. Corless, MBA, President & CEO, to...

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Policy Pulse: June 13, 2025
On June 11th, ACC-OC welcomed over 250 elected officials and regional leaders to the 2025 Leadership Forum and Golden Hub of Innovation...

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Jun 13, 20258 min read


Policy Pulse: May 30, 2025
ACC-OC Golden Hub of Innovation Awards Last Change to Register! We’re thrilled to share that we received over 60 nominations for this...

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May 30, 20256 min read


Policy Pulse: May 23, 2025
This Memorial Day, ACC-OC honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. We are profoundly...

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May 23, 20256 min read


Policy Pulse: May 16, 2025
70 Years of Magic! ACC-OC joins in the celebration of the Disneyland Resort’s 70th Anniversary—a place where dreams come true, memories...

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May 16, 20257 min read


Policy Pulse: May 9, 2025
Call for Nominations - ACC-OC Golden Hub of Innovation Awards The ACC-OC Golden Hub of Innovation Awards celebrate excellence in public...

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May 9, 20258 min read


Policy Pulse: May 2, 2025
ACC-OC had the privilege of attending the 2025 SCAG Regional Conference and General Assembly celebrating SCAG’s 60th anniversary with...

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May 2, 20257 min read


Policy Pulse: April 25, 2025
Join us for the ACC-OC Leadership Summit and the prestigious Golden Hub of Innovation Awards, where local leaders, innovators, and...

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Apr 24, 20256 min read


Policy Pulse: April 18, 2025
ACC-OC partnered with Republic Services to host the grand re-opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for their Anaheim Material Recovery...

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Apr 18, 20257 min read


Policy Pulse: April 11, 2025
Join us for the ACC-OC Leadership Summit and the prestigious Golden Hub of Innovation Awards, where local leaders, innovators, and...

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Apr 11, 20257 min read


Policy Pulse: March 21, 2025
ACC-OC’s annual Sacramento Advocacy Trip was a major success this week. Represented by a delegation of 40 city officials and community...

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Mar 21, 20256 min read


Policy Pulse: March 14, 2025
The Orange County Black Chamber of Commerce recently hosted the Veteran Women’s Mental Health Symposium—a dynamic event that brought...

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Mar 14, 20258 min read


Policy Pulse: March 7, 2025
We are pleased to welcome First 5 Orange County as our newest affiliate member of ACC-OC! Dedicated to ensuring all children reach their...

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Mar 7, 20257 min read


Policy Pulse: February 28, 2025
ACC-OC Executive Director Kris Murray recently moderated a dynamic panel discussion at the OC Forum, featuring Orange County’s two newest...

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Feb 28, 20256 min read


Policy Pulse: February 21, 2025
The South Coast AQMD’s Proposed Amended Rules (PARS) 1111 and 1121 could bring significant changes to homeowners, businesses, and...

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Feb 21, 20256 min read


Policy Pulse: January 24, 2025
In December, Executive Director Kris Murray provided testimony at the South Coast AQMD Stationary Source Committee Meeting, expressing...

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Jan 24, 20255 min read
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