Staff Development Day on Emergency Preparedness
On Thursday, October 12, the Central Library held a staff development day on Emergency Preparedness. All branches were closed so that all employees could attend this informational day. Emergency Management Administrator Brevyn Mettler and CERT Coordinator Carol Burtis coordinated the morning sessions that were led by the Huntington Beach Police Department and the Huntington Beach Fire Department personnel.
Staff were provided information on how to respond in the event of an active shooter at the library, what to expect when talking with dispatchers on a 9-1-1 call, emergency first aid instruction, when to provide Narcan, how to perform Hands-Only CPR, and how to prepare for an emergency situation such as an earthquake. These types of training sessions provide critical information for City staff to ensure the safety of our residents in the event of an emergency.
Utilities Career Day
On Wednesday, October 18, staff from the Public Works Department were invited to participate in MacArthur Fundamental Intermediate School’s College and Career Day. Students were able to participate in demonstrations, view dioramas, and learn more about careers in Public Works. Staff appreciated the opportunity to share their education and experience with a future generation of science, technology, engineering, and math enthusiasts.
City of Huntington Beach Economic Development Summit
On Friday, October 13, Mayor Strickland hosted an Economic Development Summit with key stakeholders in the City’s business and development community. The Economic Development Summit kicked off the City Council’s strategic plan goal of updating the Economic Development Strategy to ensure business retention, local investments, and job growth. The summit featured a roundtable discussion focused on the City’s economic development opportunities and constraints, as well as emerging trends in different business sectors such as health care, housing, tech and innovation, retail, and tourism. The goal of the Summit is to identify recommendations, both short term and long term, that could streamline City processes and better position the City to strengthen and expand its economic base.
Huntington Beach Fire Personnel Attend 2023 California Firefighters Memorial
This past weekend, four Huntington Beach Firefighters traveled to Sacramento to attend the 2023 California Firefighters Memorial. These members performed alongside hundreds of other Pipers, Drummers, and Honor Guard members from all over the State.
The California Firefighters Memorial in the State Capital Park is a unique and stunning tribute to the more than 1,500 firefighters who have died in the line of duty since California became a state in 1850. This year, thirty-five new names were added to the wall during a beautiful ceremony honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
