Surf City Salute to Veterans
On Sunday, June 11, 2023, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM join us at the Huntington Beach Pier (103 E Pacific Coast Hwy) for Surf City Salute to the flag, women veterans, and a welcome home tribute to Vietnam Veterans 50th Anniversary.
The event is FREE to attend – come show your support and appreciation for our Nation’s heroes.
HB 4th Downtown Block Party Announced
Start your Fourth of July weekend with a bang! On Friday, June 30 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. celebrate our nation’s independence on Main Street with live performances from Redneck Rodeo and the Ramsey Brothers Band.
Surf City has been celebrating the 4th of July in grand style for over a century and 2023 is no exception. This year’s theme is “Surf City Soul” and the Friday night block party on Main Street is open to all, but a favorite of local residents.
You’ll find special deals, official merchandise, and prize giveaways. Visit www.hb4thofjuly.org for more info.
Assembly Bill 481 Community Meeting
The Huntington Beach Police Department (HBPD) has submitted its 2022 Annual Military Equipment Report to the Huntington Beach City Council for review, as mandated by Government Code 7072. In accordance with Assembly Bill (AB) 481, we are organizing a community meeting where we will address and answer any questions regarding the military equipment used by the HBPD.
The community meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 15, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. It will be held at the HBPD Training Room A (2000 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA 92648). We invite all community members to attend and learn more about the contents of our annual report.
Marine Safety & Junior Lifeguard Program
Last week the Marine Safety Division had over 130 calls for service, with 28 aquatic rescues. The harbor has remained busy since the kickoff of boat season. There were four boat calls and plenty of preventative actions at the harbor beaches.
The Huntington Beach Junior Lifeguard Program finished the last tryout for summer. The program has over 1,200 children registered for summer programs, which include the flagship Junior Lifeguards, Sand Crabs, and Beach Rangers.
Since beach season has arrived, the Marine Safety Division suggests talking to the lifeguard before going in the water. Rip currents happen quickly and are the number one cause of rescues in Huntington Beach. Staying calm is the number one action to take if you encounter a rip current. If you are a skilled swimmer, then swim parallel to shore to escape it. Rip currents have distinguishing characteristics: mushroom-shaped and brown, choppy water. The lifeguard will know exactly where they occur and can give suggestions on where to swim. For daily information on beach and ocean conditions, please visit www.HBSafeBeachDay.com.
National Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) & Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Awareness Week
Each year, June 1 through June 7 is National Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Awareness Week, which spotlights how lives can be saved if more people learn CPR and how to use an AED. Annually, thousands of people suffer a sudden cardiac arrest in the United States. Nearly 70% of all sudden cardiac arrests occur out-of-hospital. CPR, if performed immediately, can potentially save a life. CPR can double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival.
If you are interested in CPR & AED classes this summer, please visit HBSANDS.org for scheduled classes.
HB Public Works Makes Cover of The Municipal
The Public Works Department’s Utilities Division made the cover of the June 2023 issue of The Municipal, which is a premier product and equipment magazine for municipalities. The cover story highlights the department’s commitment to utilizing technology to increase efficiency, improve safety, and provide reliable potable and storm water services.
Homeless Task Force Recent Successes
On Wednesday, May 31, a 73-year-old, senior female was housed in a room for rent within three weeks of first contact with an HB Task Force Social Worker. The room was located through a senior placement hotline and she was provided with a $100 Walmart gift card from the Senior Center for essential items.
On Friday, May 26, after working with the HB Task Force Social Worker, two male veterans was permanently housed at Heroes Landing and The Cove. One veteran lived by the freeway in Huntington Beach and the other was living in his car.
Additionally, five HB Oasis admissions were done during the month of May. All five individuals were long-term unhoused males in Huntington Beach.
HB Community Café
On Wednesday, May 31, an HB Community Café event was held at the Central Library and the discussion topic was a Neighborly Conversation about Homelessness. Fifty-five people attended and had the opportunity to hear from their neighbors and enjoy the food provided by Say Yum Thai Street Food. Huntington Beach Police Department (HBPD) Lieutenant Brian Smith spoke at the end of the evening and shared meaningful experiences and informative stories with the group. For more information about the HB Community Café, please visit this link here.
