The ACC-OC will be leading a delegation of local elected officials, key city staff, and community and business stakeholders to meet with federal lawmakers in Washington D.C. about important issues facing Orange County communities on September 16-18, 2018.  Among the topics to be discussed are sober living homes, homelessness, affordable housing, local funding, cyber security, transportation and water infrastructure, aviation patterns and drones, and cannabis regulation. 

Since January 2015, Councilmember Bui has served as the City’s appointed representative for the ACC-OC and has represented Garden Grove’s interests in the area of advocacy.  As the City’s representative, Councilmember Bui is eligible and prepared to participate in the ACC-OC delegation to Washington D.C.  In addition to addressing the issues mentioned above, Councilmember Bui will also be advocating for human rights and seeking funding for Garden Grove and Orange County for public safety, infrastructure, and housing.

Pursuant to the City’s expense guidelines and reimbursement policy for City Council Members, expenses for out-of-state travel and expenses in excess of $1,500 require City Council approval. 

The cost to participate in the delegation including related travel and lodging is approximately $1,800.  Funds for this expense will be paid from the current City Council budget. 

It is recommended that the City Council:

• Authorize participation by Councilmember Bui in the ACC-OC advocacy delegation in Washington D.C. on September 16-18, 2018 including travel, lodging, food, and other ancillary expenses.