Welcome to "Catching Up With Cottie" - a weekly update about what I am working on as your representative in the California State Assembly.
It was an honor to join Chief Michael Kent and the dedicated team at the Irvine Police Department for the grand opening of the Real Time Crime Center. This state-of-the-art facility is a game-changer for public safety, equipping our law enforcement with cutting-edge technology to prevent crime, apprehend suspects, and enhance officer safety. I'm proud to have secured $2 million in state funding to make this project a reality. Keeping our community safe is one of my top priorities, and this marks a significant milestone in ensuring Irvine remains a model of safety and innovation.
I am grateful for the opportunity to serve, and I am committed to addressing the issues that are important to you. As always, if there is anything that my team or I can do to assist you with a local or state issue, if you have questions or concerns about what I am working on, or anything in between, please contact my office. My team and I are here to help!
Yours faithfully,
Cottie Petrie-Norris
California State Assemblywoman
I had such a wonderful time at the Snoopy House holiday celebration hosted by the City of Costa Mesa! It was a joy to spend the evening with our amazing community, soaking in the festive spirit and holiday cheer!
This week I had the pleasure of visiting the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum at the Great Park in Irvine! So excited to see that it is on track to open in 2026. This is an incredible step toward preserving an essential part of Orange County's rich history.
Congratulations to newly sworn-in Mayor Larry Agran and Councilmember Mike Carroll on their reelections and welcome to newly elected Councilmembers Melinda Liu, William Go, and James Mai. Thank you to outgoing Mayor Farrah Khan and Councilmember Tammy Kim for their service to the City of Irvine. Excited to see what the future holds for Irvine with this dynamic leadership team!
I enjoyed meeting with the Experian leadership team at their headquarters in Costa Mesa. We discussed important topics around financial services and artificial intelligence. Congratulations to Experian on being named #14 on Fortune's World Best Workplaces 2024.
Thank you, Boy Scouts of America Troop 235, for inviting me to your Christmas Tree Lot Fundraiser in Tustin! Your dedication, hard work, and support for local initiatives are truly inspiring. Keep up the fantastic work—you're making a real difference!
Celebrating the holiday season with the incredible youth at the Save Our Youth (SOY) Holiday Fiesta was truly uplifting! For over 30 years, SOY has been a vital part of our community, empowering teens by providing opportunities, unlocking potential, and transforming lives. Here's to many more years of making a meaningful difference!
Team Cottie was delighted to partner once again with the City of Tustin at the Tustin Area Senior Center to connect with our senior community, ensuring they are informed about the some of the available state resources, including the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI), the Bureau of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse and OCC free adult education classes. My office is always here to ensure our seniors have the support they need and to assist them in accessing these important services!
COMMUNITY RECOGNITION
Team Cottie had the pleasure of joining the Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the grand opening of Deli Nerds! Congratulations on this exciting milestone, and here's to your continued growth and success!
RESOURCES
Looking for holiday shopping inspiration? Check out these amazing local small businesses right here in District 73! Let's celebrate and support our local businesses this holiday season!
California is launching a new incentive on Dec. 18 that will provide income-eligible Californians up to $2,000 toward the purchase of a new e-bike – the latest example of how the state is expanding access to zero-emissions transportation options to residents who need the boost the most. Check eligibility and apply below.
Worried about taking out loans to pay for college? You don't have to! There are plenty of federal, state, and campus grants and scholarships available to help cover your costs. Grants and scholarships are free money—you don't have to pay them back! But to access these opportunities, you need to apply.
Join the free webinar to learn how to complete your financial aid application. Financial aid experts will be available to answer all your questions about the FAFSA and the California Dream Act Application (CADAA). Learn more and sign up below.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Dec. 13 - 20 - Snoopy House - Costa Mesa
Event Activities
- Photo With Santa | 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
- Inflatable Slide
- Letters to Santa
- Live Entertainment
- Snoopy House Light Display
- Food Vendors
