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RELEASE: Attorney General Bonta Consents to Disaffiliation of Two Major Health Systems, Expanding Access to Reproductive Healthcare in Orange County

OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today agreed not to object to a settlement between Providence St. Joseph Health (Providence) and Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian (Hoag) that will lead to the disaffiliation of the two hospital systems. The settlement will allow Hoag to become an independent entity, and as part of the agreement, Hoag has committed to expand reproductive health services in Orange County. The Attorney General’s Office was not a party to the settlement.

RELEASE: Harborside Restaurant — Local Restaurant Spotlight

NEWPORT BEACH – Harborside Restaurant has been honored by Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris as the Local Restaurant Spotlight for December. This local treasure features beautiful waterfront views and has an award-winning menu. Located in the historic Balboa Pavilion with spectacular views of the Newport Harbor, Harborside Restaurant is a fixture in the community.
 

RELEASE: Assemblywoman Petrie-Norris Presents $8 Million Check for Banning Ranch Preservation

COSTA MESA – On Thursday, December 16, 2021, Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris presented a check for $8 million from the State to support the purchase of one of the last remaining parcels of privately owned land along the Southern California coast. The Trust for Public Land and the Banning Ranch Conservancy plan to conserve Banning Ranch by converting the 385-acre plot of land into a public park and nature preserve. The new park and preserve will provide access to open space for nearly 9 million Californians who live within an hour’s drive of Banning Ranch.

ADVISORY: Banning Ranch $8 Million Check Presentation

Money Secured in the State Budget to Acquire the 385-Acre Property for Conservation

COSTA MESA – On Thursday, December 16, 2021, Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris will present a check for $8 million dollars from the State to support the purchase of one of the last remaining parcels of privately owned land along the Southern California coast. The Trust for Public Land plans to conserve Banning Ranch by converting the 385-acre parcel of land into a public park and nature preserve. The new park and preserve will provide access to open space for nearly 9 million Californians who live within an hour drive of Banning Ranch.

ADVISORY: Oversight Hearing - Regulating the Substance Abuse Treatment Industry

SACRAMENTO – On Monday, December 13, 2021, as Chair of the Assembly Accountability and Administrative Review Committee, Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris is convening an Oversight Hearing focused on the issues and challenges related to regulating the substance abuse treatment industry in California. The legislators will ask the Department of Health Care Services about their processes for licensing and oversight of residential treatm

ADVISORY: Oversight Hearing - Employment Development Department

SACRAMENTO – On Monday, October 25, 2021, as Chair of the Assembly Accountability and Administrative Review Committee, Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris is convening a Joint Oversight Hearing with the Budget Subcommittee No. 4 on State Administration.

ADVISORY: Veteran of the Year Ceremony - Honoring Orange County Heroes

NEWPORT BEACH – On Wednesday, November 3, 2021, Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris is honoring six veterans from Orange County in recognition of Veterans Day. The honorees were nominated by fellow community members and are being recognized for their service in the armed forces and in our communities. 

RELEASE: Red Table Restaurant — Local Restaurant Spotlight

HUNTINGTON BEACH Red Table Restaurant has been honored by Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris as part of the Local Restaurant Spotlight Program. This woman-owned Gastrobar is a favorite among the Huntington Harbor Community and is the perfect destination for an eclectic, comfortable and enjoyable dining experience.

RELEASE: Balboa Fun Zone – Small Business Spotlight

NEWPORT BEACH Balboa Fun Zone has been selected as the November Small Business Spotlight for Assembly District 74. Balboa Fun Zone is one of Southern California’s oldest and last great coastal amusement areas. Built in 1936, this family-friendly attraction boasts an array of exciting activities for visitors, including arcade games, a nautical museum and Ferris wheel rides.