In the Community: April 2024

OCTA shared the return of the Angels Express Fan Train with fans in attendance at Angels Stadium. To kick-off the season, OCTA booth visitors could spin to win Angels Express swag.

The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of O.C., the Vietnamese American Chamber of Commerce of O.C., and the Small Business Diversity Network’s Iconic Diversity Destinations were hosted by Genesis Bank on Tuesday, April 16, in Newport Beach, with more than 500 event participants embracing cuisine from several O.C. small businesses.

The Small Business Development Center's 3rd Orange County Minority Business Summit took place on Thursday, April 25, in Irvine, with more than 450 small business owners gathering to learn more about procurement and business licensing opportunities.

Norooz Clinic’s Unlocking the Stigma resource fair Saturday, April 27 in Newport Beach with more than 200 event participants receiving resourceful information on OCTA’s Youth Ride Free program and senior transit.

CalOptima and Supervisor Sarmiento’s Community Resource and Health Fair on Saturday, April 13 in Santa Ana with more than 600 OCTA booth visitors completing community surveys in Spanish and Vietnamese.

Fullerton College held its annual Earth Week event, and OCTA participated by sharing information with students about the free College Pass Program. Many students were excited about the program, and already have their pass.

Angels baseball fans had the opportunity to participate in some fun activities before departing on the Angels Express Fan Train to the Angels home game. With autographs from Angels Alumnus, Adam Kennedy, prize giveaways, a photo booth and free snacks, there was fun for everyone.

Islamic Society of O.C.’s community Eid Al-Fitr celebration on Wednesday, April 10 in Huntington Beach with 4,000 event participants.

The Santiago Canyon College Earth Day event encouraged students to use alternative forms of transportation that are healthier for the environment. OCTA informed students that instead of driving, they could use their free OC Bus College Pass.

Outreach engaged in the UNIDOS South OC Dia del Niño event, informing more than 120 attendees about the San Juan Creek Bridge Replacement Project.