Residents press Orange County on EMS summer program, school funding transparency

Aug 25, 2026

Public commenters raised concerns about a girls‑only EMS summer program and requested more transparency on student funding formulas and county support for schools during the Aug. 25 Board meeting.

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Three members of the public spoke during the meeting’s public‑comment period. William Madden greeted the Board, congratulated Commissioner Dasi and recalled former Commissioner Bedford’s service, then raised concerns about a girls‑only Emergency Medical Services summer program, questioning whether it complied with the county’s non‑discrimination policy and calling staff explanations “inadequate.”

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