Orange County Insight August 2021

Citizens Ask...

By Michelle Williams

Q: I just got a new dog. Where can I purchase a County Dog tag? A: You can purchase lifetime dog licenses at the Animal Shelter or at the Treasurer ’ s Office. Be sure to bring a copy of your pet ’ s current rabies vaccination certificate with you as we will need to verify the expiration date. The cost is $10 per animal. The Animal Shelter is located at 11362 Porter Road, Orange, and the Treasurer ’ s Office is located at 112 W. Main Street, Orange. Q: How can I sign up to speak during the Public Comment Period of a Board of Supervisors ’ meeting? A: Public Comment Period will be offered at the second meeting of each month. Anyone wishing to address the Board during the public comment period must sign up outside the Board of Supervisors ’ meeting room at the start of the meeting, up until the conclusion of Public Comment Period at which time the Chairman closes Public Comment Period.

Billie Beveridge Captain, Orange County Fire & EMS Employment Start: December 13, 2011

Get to know Orange County staff... The Personnel File:

Billie Beveridge, newly promoted Captain, has worked for Orange County Fire & EMS since December of 2011.

“ I love my job! I help the department in difficult times by volunteering for overtime to help cover shifts. I also care about passing on the knowledge that I ’ ve learned from others and experience by teaching others who have an interest in this profession, " said Beveridge.

Chief of Fire & EMS, Nathan Mort, stated, “ We are excited for Billie ’ s next step in the progression of her career as shift Captain. We feel that she will excel in her new position and provide leadership and mentoring to her staff. ”

Not only is Billie a very engaged employee, but she is also a Nationally Registered Paramedic, EMT instructor, Fire Officer, and RSI provider for the County. In addition to her personal certifications and accomplishments, she also boasts an impressive pass rate for EMT classes she has taught for the County and the Orange County High School EMT class.

Away from work, Billie ’ s hobbies include reading crossword puzzles, cooking, hiking, camping, and fishing. She loves the mountains!

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