Keep Campaigning for Your DMV!
The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) plans to permanently close its Laguna Hills branch, located at 23535 Moulton Parkway, at 5 p.m. on Friday, October 11. According to the state agency, “the Laguna Hills office … does not meet the current needs of the DMV.”
As of Friday, October 20, the branch has signage posted stating the closure is Friday, September 18, but the California DMV has not issued an official statement or press release to confirm that information.
This closure will pose a significant challenge to older adults in South Orange County. While many transactions are available online, drivers’ license renewals for persons 70+ and Real ID issuance (both for Real ID drivers’ licenses and Real ID identification cards) still require in-person appointments. Both are critical for seniors and, after October 11, these transactions will require trips to Santa Ana, San Clemente or Costa Mesa.
South Orange County Legislators Take Action
On August 26, seven state assemblymembers and four state senators signed a letter to California DMV Director Steve Gordon asking him to prioritize the constituents of South Orange County and reconsider the closure of the Laguna Hills office. Click here to read the letter in its entirety.
You, Too, Can Take Action
Below are links to digital message fields/emails and form letters that you may download, print, date, sign and mail to Governor Gavin Newsom, State Senator Dave Min, State Assemblymember Diane Dixon and California DMV Director Steve Gordon. Village residents may pick up pre-addressed envelopes for all four letters at Laguna Woods City Hall and at the Community Center concierge desk.
- Click here to send Governor Gavin Newsom a digital message; click here to download a form letter.
- Click here to send State Senator Dave Min a digital message; click here to download a form letter.
- Click here to send State Assemblymember Diane Dixon a digital message; click here to download a form letter.
- Click here to send California DMV Director Steve Gordon a digital message; click here to download a form letter.
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