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Orange County supervisors honor nurses, Vietnamese Ao Dai Day and CAP OC’s 60th anniversary
Summary
The Board opened with ceremonial recognitions: National Nurses Week with remarks about nursing shortages and county-funded nursing pipeline grants; a proclamation for Ao Dai Day celebrating Vietnamese culture; and a 60th‑anniversary acknowledgment for Community Action Partnership of Orange County.
The Orange County Board of Supervisors began its May 6 meeting with several ceremonial recognitions.
Chair Doug Chaffee (4th District) recognized National Nurses Week and highlighted county support for nursing education, including a five‑year, $5 million grant backing a Cal State Fullerton stipend program to expand BSN completion. Jenna Saron, the county’s director of public health and nursing, thanked nurses for their service and noted the Health Care Agency’s nearly 500 nursing staff across behavioral health, correctional health and public health programs.
Supervisor Katrina Foley described local partnerships — including CalOptima and a $5 million investment in UC Irvine’s Nurse OC program — that aim to expand externships, residency opportunities and housing supports for nursing students.
Supervisor Janet Nguyen introduced a proclamation designating May 15 as Ao Dai Day, explaining the áo dài’s history and cultural importance to Vietnamese Americans and inviting community members to celebrate the tradition.
The board also honored the Community Action Partnership of Orange County on its 60th anniversary; Gregory Scott, CAP OC’s president and CEO, thanked the board for ongoing county support and recapped the organization’s role in food distribution, emergency assistance and family services during times of crisis.
The presentations were ceremonial and informational; the board then recessed briefly and proceeded to regular business.
