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South Orange County received over two inches of rain earlier in the month, and more rain is anticipated next week. All SMWD customers, including HOAs, should turn off their irrigation for at least four days after it rains!

Fitch Ratings Upgrades San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor Agency Toll Revenue Bonds

Citing the 73 Toll Road’s robust and ongoing recovery from impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and associated effects, Fitch Ratings has upgraded the San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor Agency’s (SJHTCA) senior-lien and junior-lien bonds. The SJHTCA operates the 73 Toll Road.

Following are the SJHTCA’s current bond ratings:

S&P: A and A- respectively, with outlook stable

Moody’s: Baa2, with outlook stable

Fitch: BBB+ and BBB respectively, with outlook stable

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Every year Southern California Edison (SCE) awards $50,000 scholarships to 30 high school seniors who want to make a difference in the world by studying science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) in college. New majors have been added including cybersecurity and data analytics. I wanted to share the application period and requirements for high school seniors pursuing a degree in STEM.

Good news, the program has now been EXTENDED to January 9, 2023!

Scan the QR code above to apply!

Jerry Holloway will serve as Mayor, and Carol Gamble as Mayor Pro Tempore for the 2023 term. City Council members made the 1-year appointments during their annual reorganization last Wednesday.

This is Jerry Holloway's fourth mayoral term. He was first elected to the City Council in 2002 and was Mayor in 2005, 2010, and 2019.

Mayor Pro Tempore Gamble was elected to serve on the Inaugural City Council and was Mayor in 2017, 2014, and 2001. 

Pictured from left to right: Councilmember L. Anthony Beall, Councilmember Anne Figueroa, Mayor Jerry Holloway, Mayor Pro Tempore Carol Gamble and Councilmember Brad McGirr

Don’t fall victim to scams targeting utility customers! Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) has compiled a list of tips to help you spot and avoid common fraudulent activities. CLICK HERE: 

Step in to the holidays with flash and fashion! Gemma's Jewelers has a myriad of gorgeous items to chose from, for that SPECIAL someone in your life. Please eShop the catalog by clicking the button below!

27775 Santa Margarita Pkwy, #C

Mission Viejo, CA 92691

(949) 859-7882

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Affordable Internet Improves Lives According to Recent Survey

According to a recent report from Cox, conducted by a third-party research firm, customers enrolled in the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and/or who use Cox’s Connect2Compete (C2C) service, are experiencing significant positive impacts to their careers, their children’s education and to the continuing education of the adults in their household.

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