Mission Viejo City Council Talks Fentanyl Crisis, Public Safety

Press release from the City of Mission Viejo:

March 17, 2022

The City Council on Tuesday, March 22 will consider different measures to help prevent overdose deaths from the fentanyl crisis as well as thefts skyrocketing throughout the country.

Council Members will consider a resolution of support with the Orange County Board of Supervisors and law enforcement designed to eliminate the threat of fentanyl in our community. Third District Supervisor Don Wagner will be on hand for the presentation and to give an update on the region.

During the meeting, an ordinance will be introduced establishing regulations prohibiting the unlawful possession of catalytic converters in the City. The ordinance would provide Mission Viejo Police Services with an additional tool to deter this type of theft.

In other Council news, City staff will give a presentation about a study for the Core Area Vision Plan that includes site plan and conceptual analysis.

The meeting starts at 6 pm in the Council Chamber at 200 Civic Center. Meetings are streamed live on the City’s website and air on Cox Channel 30 and AT&T U-Verse Channel 99. Residents are encouraged to sign up for the City’s eNewsletter and follow the City’s official social media sites for the most accurate, up-to-date information.

This press release was produced by the City of Mission Viejo. The views expressed here are the author’s own.