December 2009
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By mvlife on December 24, 2009
The first multi-day operation kicked off earlier this month in an effort to enforce laws pertaining to motorists driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. This is part of a 17-day winter holiday campaign that will last through Jan. 3. This is a collaborative effort made possible by AVOID – A Multi-Agency DUI Task [...]
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By mvlife on December 24, 2009
With a new year on its way, it’s time to make plans for a host of beneficial programs taking place next month. Balance and Mobility If you’re looking to improve your balance and reduce the risk of falls, this 8-week series is for you. The series is from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Jan. 6 through [...]
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By mvlife on December 23, 2009
The City will host a free flu shot clinic through the Orange County Health Care Agency for people 50 years of age and older on Wednesday, Jan. 6. The seasonal flu shot clinic takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (as the vaccine is available) at the Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center, [...]
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By mvlife on December 23, 2009
Deputy Jay Christian, who has been assigned to Mission Viejo for 6 years, has been named Mission Viejo Police Services’ 2009 Employee of the Year. Christian’s strong work ethic and commitment to the City has earned him the respect of his peers, supervisors and community members. Christian has been a field training officer, training and [...]
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By mvlife on December 22, 2009
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is now expected to close the northbound I-5 off-ramp to Oso Parkway for the weekend starting late Friday, Jan. 8. The off-ramp is slated to reopen on Jan. 11. The work, which was originally planned for Dec. 11, was delayed due to weather conditions. The closure is part of [...]
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By mvlife on December 22, 2009
The City’s waste hauler, Waste Management of Orange County, will recycle Christmas trees for two weeks starting Dec. 26. Simply place your tree – sans decorations and stands – curbside or in green-waste carts on your regularly scheduled trash pick-up day and the waste hauler will pick it up for free. Trees greater than six-feet [...]
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By mvlife on December 22, 2009
Fire Captain Jack Perisho of the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) has been named Mission Viejo’s top OCFA Employee of the Year. Perisho, who has been serving Mission Viejo for more than 2 years, is known for his leadership skills, dedication, perseverance and creativity. At Fire Station 9, Perisho plans and supervises the activities of [...]
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By mvlife on December 22, 2009
Saddleback College announced this week that its on-campus Child Development Center (CDC) will open a new toddler program beginning in January. The program is possible thanks to a Career Technical Education (CTE) grant that provided funds for building renovations, staff and training to care for young children between the ages of 18 months and 30 [...]
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By mvlife on December 21, 2009
Boy Scout Troop 787 of Mission Viejo continues to host its annual Holiday Gift Wrap fundraiser this week. The gift wrapping takes place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day through Thursday. The fundraiser takes place in the parking lot of the former Linens ‘N Things store next to Toys “R” Us on El [...]
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By mvlife on December 21, 2009
City employees have been practicing the old adage of “it’s better to give than receive” by donating hundreds of pounds of canned and non-perishable food items and helping to raise thousands of dollars for those in need. Last week, staff members donated more than 100 toys and 400 pounds of canned and non-perishable food to [...]
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