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Orange County Board of Supervisors Votes to Return $3.7 Million to Local Community

The Orange County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to return $3.7 million in seized funds to the First District, benefiting residents impacted by the pandemic.

In a significant move to support local residents, the Orange County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on June 9, 2026, to return $3.7 million in seized funds to the First District. These funds were recovered from the assets of convicted felon Andrew Do, who had embezzled the money. The decision followed a recent budget hearing that garnered substantial public attention, culminating in a final vote on June 23. The meeting attracted over 200 residents, many of whom spoke in favor of returning the funds, emphasizing the financial strain the community faced during the pandemic. Hundreds of additional residents expressed their support through calls and emails. Supervisor Janet Nguyen, who represents the First District, expressed her gratitude to the community for their active participation. "I am so humbled and grateful to all the residents who took time out of their days to make their voices heard," Nguyen stated after the vote. "They are all amazing. We even had a 92-year-old woman take an Uber here to support this item. This money will go a long way toward supporting the First District." The funds are expected to provide much-needed relief to the community, addressing various needs exacerbated by the pandemic. The Board's decision underscores a commitment to ensuring that resources are directed back into the community to support its residents. This action is part of a broader effort by the Board of Supervisors to advocate for state budget priorities that support Orange County residents. In April 2026, the Board approved nine state budget funding priorities aimed at supporting safety net programs, reducing unfunded mandates, and helping the County meet its goals for housing, homelessness, and the Southern California Veterans Cemetery. Chair Doug Chaffee highlighted the importance of these initiatives, stating, "The Board’s state budget priorities, if adopted by the Legislature, will help ensure that the County has the tools and funding it needs to continue to serve our residents." The return of the seized funds to the First District is a testament to the Board's responsiveness to community needs and its dedication to fostering financial stability and support for its residents.

ℹ️ Researched and summarized from public reporting. Check the sources below.

Sources

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — ocgov.com
"Orange County Board of Supervisors Votes to Return Seized Funds to Local Community" — Fullerton Observer
"Board of Supervisors Advocates for State Budget that Supports Orange County Residents" — Orange County Newsroom
[YouTube] Orange County Board of Supervisors Meeting - June 23, 2026 — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SqK66Qegp4 — youtube.com
South O.C. Community College District, Board of Trustees Board Meeting, June 22, 2026 — YouTube · Village Television
Folsom City Council - June 23, 2026 — YouTube · Metro Cable 14
(6/23/2026) June 23, 2026 Irvine City Council Meeting — YouTube · Irvine Council Meetings
Garden Grove City Council Meeting for June 23, 2026 — YouTube · GGTV3LIVE