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Winter 2021 - City of Orange
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Winter 2021 - City of Orange
CITY DIRECTORY                                               CONTENTS                                                                                                                                                                    What’s Hot!
Mayor & City Council                       (714) 744-2200
City Manager                               (714) 744-2222                 1    What’s Hot!
City Attorney                              (714) 744-5580
City Clerk                                 (714) 744-5500
                                                                          2    City News                                                               MEET YOUR
Community Development                      (714) 744-7200
Community Services                         (714) 744-7274
                                                                                                                                                       NEW FIRE CHIEF
                                                                          6    Environmental News
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      4
Finance                                    (714) 744-2230
Fire      Emergency                                   911                                                                                             We are proud to announce the
          All other                        (714) 288-2500                 8    More City News                                                         appointment of Sean deMetropolis
Human Resources                            (714) 744-7255                                                                                             as Chief of the Orange City Fire                             ON THE COVER: ORANGE
Library Services                           (714) 288-2400                10    Recreation Programs                                                    Department.                                                  PLAZA PASEO AT NIGHT
Police    Emergency                                   911
          All other                        (714) 744-7444                11    Senior Programs                                                        Chief deMetropolis was originally
Public Works                               (714) 744-5525
                                                                                                                                                      hired by the Orange City Fire
Abandoned Carts Hotline                    (800) 252-4613
                                                                         12    Virtual Rec Center                                  Department in 1995 as a Firefighter, and was assigned
Youth Programs                             (714) 744-7293
City Hotline                               (714) 744-5511                                                                          as a Firefighter/Paramedic while still only halfway
Code Enforcement Line
Field Reservation Hotline
Graffiti Removal Hotline
                                           (714) 744-5555
                                           (714) 744-5592
                                           (714) 744-7279
                                                                         13	Community Services/
                                                                             Online Registration Instructions
                                                                                                                                   through his probationary period. He was promoted to
                                                                                                                                   Fire Captain in 2008, and Battalion Chief in 2015.
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Park Maintenance
                                                                                                                                                                                                REC. CLASSES                            SENIOR SERVICES
                                           (714) 744-7274                14    Orange Public Library                               A member of the Department’s Urban Search and
Recreation Programs                        (714) 744-7274                                                                          Rescue team, in 2005 Chief DeMetropolis deployed
Senior Center                              (714) 538-9633
                                                             Back Cover        City Calendar                                       for 20 days as part of the Federal Emergency
Special Events Hotline                     (714) 744-7278
Youth and Adult Sports                     (714) 744-7265
                                                                                                                                   Management Agency’s response to Hurricane Katrina.

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                                                                                                                                   Chief deMetropolis was awarded the Medal of Valor
                                                                                                                                   in 2003 for rescuing a person out of a burning car.
ORANGE HOTLINE: (714) 744-5511                                                                                                     In 2005, he was named Firefighter of the Year for his
                                                                                                                                   contributions to the Department.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   ORANGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
If you have a question, suggestion or comment about a City of Orange issue, you can
call our City hotline. Calls made during the evening or on weekends are addressed
                                                                                         Mayor Mark A. Murphy                      “It is an honor to serve our Community, City, and our
during the next business day. In most cases, we’ll respond within 72 hours.
                                                                                         Mayor Pro Tem Michael Alvarez             employees to the fullest of my ability,” said Chief            HOLIDAY REMINDER
ORANGE MEETINGS ONLINE AND ON CABLE                                                      Councilmember Kimberlee Nichols           deMetropolis. “The position of Chief isn’t about me.           Your trash, recycling, and organics recycling will not be
Orange City Council meetings are aired live on the second Tuesday of the month           Councilmember Chip Monaco                 It is about the people who make the Orange City                collected and street sweeping will not occur during the
beginning at 6 p.m. Planning Commission meetings are aired live on the first and third   Councilmember (vacant)                    Fire Department the great organization that it is. I           following holidays:
Monday of the month at 7 p.m. Channel 3 is your City government access channel                                                     am overwhelmed by their support, and I have a great
                                                                                         City Clerk Pamela Coleman                                                                                Christmas Day             Friday December 25, 2020
provided by Time Warner; AT&T U-verse customers can find us on Channel 99. Watch                                                   Command Staff that will move us into the future.”
meetings streamed live, or view past meetings, at www.cityoforange.org and click         City Treasurer Richard Rohm                                                                              New Year’s Day            Friday January 1, 2021
Watch Meeting Online. Produced by Chapman University TV production students              At the City of Orange, we’re committed    Chief deMetropolis takes over from Chief Christopher           Solid waste collection will be delayed for one
through a unique private-public partnership.                                                                                       Boyd, who retired in September. Chief Boyd served
                                                                                         to excellent service for our residents,                                                                  day for the remainder of the week. Please
                                                                                         businesses, and visitors.                 the citizens of Orange as Fire Chief from 2019-2020.           place your carts on the curb for collection
ONLINE CITY JOB LISTINGS                                                                                                                                                                          rather than in the street to prevent
Visit www.cityoforange.org and go to “City Employment” for our secure job listings       We reserve the right to change any                                                                       interference with street sweepers.
page. You can search and apply with just a few clicks of your mouse. For more            information published in Our Orange
information call (714) 744-7255.                                                         due to unforeseen circumstances.
                                                                                         Information subject to change includes
PAY YOUR WATER BILL ONLINE                                                               fees, locations, class times, and the     CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING
Visit www.cityoforange.org/ubpay to pay your City of Orange water bill. Registration     cancellation of classes.                  CR&R will collect Christmas trees from residential curbside customers from December 26, 2020
is required. Payments may still be made by mail, or with the free 24-hour automated                                                through January 31, 2021. Be sure to remove all your tinsel and decorative ornaments, including
                                                                                         We apologize for any inconvenience this
telephone system by calling (714) 744-2233 and selecting option 1. To pay in person at                                             stands and lighting, and place your tree at the curb on your regular collection day. Trees longer
                                                                                         may cause.
City Hall, 300 E. Chapman Ave., you may visit our public counter, or use our payment                                               than six feet must be cut in half. Flocked trees will be collected, but cannot be recycled. For
drop box 24-hours a day (check only). Our public counter is open Monday-Thursday         For More Information
                                                                                                                                   additional information, call (714) 372-8272. To recycle your unflocked tree after January 31, 2021
and alternating Fridays, 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.                                           Orange City Hall
                                                                                                                                   place it in your green waste cart, or call CR&R for a bulky item pick-up.
                                                                                         300 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, CA 92866
                                                                                         www.cityoforange.org • (714) 744-2225
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                                                                                         Printed in Mid-November, 2020.
Winter 2021 - City of Orange
City News                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         City News
                                                                                                                                       NORTH TUSTIN STREET PLANNING
                                                                                                                                       The City of Orange will be engaging stakeholders in the
                                                                     PROTECT YOURSELF
                                                                                                                                       process of developing a specific plan for the North Tustin
                                                                     FROM MOSQUITOES                                                   Street Corridor. The North Tustin Specific Plan project
                                                                     Orange County has experienced an                                  will establish a vision for the future of the area, as well as
                                                                     increase in West Nile virus over the                              development standards, multi-modal circulation options,
                                                                     last few years. The invasive Aedes mosquito also spreads          and a land use program tailored to achieve this vision.
                                                                     diseases such as the Zika virus. The Orange County Mosquito
                                                                     and Vector Control District urges you to take the following       The Tustin Street Corridor encompasses a wide variety of
                                                                     precautions to lower your chances of getting bit:                 our community’s retail and services; if there is something
                                                                                                                                       you need, you can probably find it on Tustin Street.
ORANGE APP                                                             • Dump and drain any containers filled with                     Characterized by eclectic strip commercial development,
                                                                         water at least once a week                                    the Corridor saw much of its growth in the 1970s. In fact,
We’re living in a mobile age, where you can order a latte or
hail a taxi from the palm of your hand. Why can’t reporting            • Clean and scrub bird baths and pet water                      several properties along the Corridor retain buildings
graffiti or issues with street lights be as simple? Well, soon, it       bowls weekly                                                  originally constructed in the 1970’s and 1980’s.
will be.                                                               • Dump water from potted plant saucers
                                                                                                                                       The Plan has several objectives, among these are:
                                                                       • Do not transport or share plant stems rooted                   • Develop an informed land use program that allows for
Orange will soon be launching the Orange 24/7 mobile app,
                                                                         in water                                                         preservation and enhancement of sales tax revenue,
which will allow residents the convenience of submitting
issues to the City directly from any iOS or Android mobile             • Drill a hole or puncture containers to eliminate                 while allowing a diversification of land uses
device. Users will be able to report concerns directly to the            standing water                                                 • Accommodate new and intensified infill development
City, with photos and exact locations. The Orange 24/7               You can also prevent mosquito bites by applying mosquito             that is still sensitive to abutting residential uses
mobile app will also provide automatic status updates as the         repellents containing DEET®, Picaridin, IR3535, or oil of lemon    • Continue to promote economic development and
City processes the pending request.                                  eucalyptus to exposed skin before going outdoors, close all          enable opportunities for Tustin Street
                                                                     unscreened doors and windows, repair broken or damaged             • Identify appropriate sites that may accommodate
Look for an announcement on the launch date for the                  screens, and wear lighter colored long-sleeved shirts and
Orange 24/7 mobile app on the City’s website,                                                                                             greater residential density in a stand-alone or mixed
                                                                     long pants when outdoors.                                            use format to advance the City’s regional housing
www.cityoforange.org, or on our Facebook page,
www.facebook.com/cityoforange.                                       For more information, visit www.ocvector.org.                        needs assessment allocations
                                                                                                                                        • Create a walkable, complete urban neighborhood
                                                                                                                                          district with a mix of complementary retail uses,
COMMUNITY EMERGENCY                                                                                                                       services, and amenities that foster a vibrant and
                                                                                                                                          livable environment
RESPONSE TEAM
                                                                                                                                        • Enhance Tustin Street as a City gateway with a
The Orange Police Department, in collaboration with the                                                                                   unified streetscape                                           For project information, updates, and opportunities
Orange Fire Department, offers CERT, the Community                                                                                                                                                      to participate in the planning process visit
                                                                                                                                        • Capitalize on the high transit nature of the
Emergency Response Team. CERT is a free training                                                                                                                                                        www.cityoforange.org/226/Community-Development.
                                                                                                                                          Tustin Street Corridor combined to accomplish
program that teaches you disaster preparedness and                                                                                                                                                      To be placed on the outreach interest list for your participation
                                                                                                                                          a multi-modal environment
response skills so you can help yourself, your family and                                                                                                                                               call (714) 744-7237 or email cortlieb@cityoforange.org.
                                                                                                                                        • Streamline new development
your neighbors during a disaster. You will learn basic first
aid, fire suppression, light search and rescue, disaster                                                                                                                    A GOOD SIGNAL
psychology, and the necessary items you need in your
disaster supply kit.                                                                                                                                                        With the Chapman University’s Dodge College complex on one corner, new student
                                                                                                                                                                            housing on another, and the Lastinger Tennis Center on a third, the intersection of Lemon
The training is conducted by our police and fire departments on one evening                                                                                                 St. and Palm Avenue sees a lot of pedestrian and vehicle traffic. To better manage this
each week over five consecutive weeks. Attendance is required at all classes. At the last class you will                                                                    traffic, and increase safety for everyone using this intersection, a new traffic signal and other
be drilled on the skills you learned and participate in a graduation ceremony. When you have officially completed                                                           improvements are being installed this winter.
the training, you will receive a free CERT backpack, vest, helmet, and other emergency preparedness equipment.
                                                                                                                                                                            Construction is expected to begin December, 2020, and among the improvements planned are
We are still accepting applications for the next available class, even though it is temporarily postponed due to the                                                        upgraded ADA access ramps, repairs to the existing roadway, and a dedicated pedestrian only
current State Coronavirus Health Orders.                                                                                                                                    phase to the signal, similar to the intersection of Glassell St. and Palm Ave. Because most of the
                                                                                                                                                                            travel demand in this area is attributed to their students and staff, the project is being funded
Class admittance requires a completed application and you will receive a final letter of acceptance. Interested                                                             by Chapman University as part of their commitment to the safety of the Orange Community.
businesses and residents should submit an application at their earliest convenience. For further information,
call (714) 744-7477 or email cert@orangepd.org.                                                                                                                             For any questions, please call our Public Works Department Traffic Division at (714) 744-5525.

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City News                                                                                                                                                                                                                             City News
HOUSING ELEMENT                                                                                                                  COMPASSIONATE
The City’s Housing Element, which is part of our General                                                                         CARE RECOGNIZED
Plan, identifies policies and programs to meet our existing,
                                                                                                                                 The Association of California Cities,
and projected future, housing needs. Our City Planners
                                                                                                                                 Orange County Chapter, has
have been working on the 2021-2029 Housing Element
                                                                                                                                 recognized the North SPA cities with a
Document, which will soon be ready to receive public
                                                                                                                                 Golden Hub of Innovation Award for
feedback.
                                                                                                                                 the two new “Navigation Centers” in
Housing, including the availability and costs of housing, is                                                                     Buena Park and Placentia that have
an issue that affects our entire community. When we update                                                                       just recently opened.
the Housing Element, it is an opportunity for our residents
                                                                                                                                 The North Service Planning Area,
to tell us their thoughts on the subject, and what they think
                                                                                                                                 or SPA for short, is an association of
our priorities should be. This public participation process
                                                                                                                                 north Orange County cities, including
is critical. Engaging a diverse cross-section of our residents
                                                                                                                                 Orange, who have come together in
ensures that our approach to housing woks for everyone in
                                                                                                                                 response to the rapid increase in the
the community.
                                                                                                                                 countywide homeless population.
                                                                 ORANGE                                                          As part of an overall strategy for
Due to COVID-19 social distancing restrictions, the City
held its first virtual Housing Community Workshop. A web-        PLAZA PASEO                                                     combatting chronic homelessness,
based survey tool was used to solicit input on locations for     In order to allow restaurants                                   the North SPA opened the two 100-
potential housing, housing goals, policies, and programs,        and businesses in Orange to remain                              bed Navigation Centers to provide
which allowed residents and stakeholders the flexibility of      open and serving patrons during the COVID-19 pandemic,          displaced persons access to shelter,
participating at their convenience.                              last July the City Council approved a plan to create the        basic needs, health services, and job
                                                                 Orange Plaza Paseo. Large sections of Glassell St. were         resources. Additionally, and perhaps
To review the community outreach materials used in the                                                                           most importantly, the Centers also
                                                                 turned into pedestrian friendly walkways, and outdoor
virtual Workshop, and for upcoming opportunities to                                                                              provide those who have been alone
                                                                 annexes were set-up, creating a fun “al fresco” atmosphere.
participate in the Housing Element Update, please visit                                                                          on the street an opportunity to
the City’s Housing Element Update webpage at                     Orange residents and visitors embraced the Paseo. In fall,      reconnect with friends and family. Each Center was also designed to provide additional bed capacity should the need arise.
www.cityoforange.org/1956/Housing-Element-Update.                due to the overwhelming positive feedback, the City Council
Questions about the Housing Element Update? Please               approved an extension of the Paseo to mid-January.              As the North SPA cities move forward, they will continue providing the help our local homeless population needs to reclaim
contact the City’s Planning Division at (714)744-7238, or                                                                        their lives. The SPA model has proven to reduce costs, improve the delivery of services to those who need it, and has built
                                                                 The City is working with our Old Towne businesses, and          community support for regional solutions to regional problems.
email abrodkin@cityoforange.org.
                                                                 the Orange Chamber of Commerce, to assess the options
                                                                 going forward. As we move into 2021, and start to plan for      The City of Orange thanks the ACCOC for recognizing the North SPA with a 2020 Golden Hub of Innovation award.
                                                                 a post COVID time, different scenarios are being evaluated,
                                                                 including bringing the Paseo back on a seasonal basis.

                                                                 Look for more information on the future of the Orange Plaza
                                                                 Paseo sometime in spring 2021 at our website,
                                                                                                                               SANDBAGS FOR RAINY DAYS
                                                                 www.cityoforange.org.                                         During days of heavy rain, flooding can be an issue. To help you prepare,
                                                                                                                               the City provides a maximum of 10 sandbags per household, free of charge.
                                                                                                                               These are available at the Water Yard, 189 South Water Street, at the south
 CITIZENS’ ACADEMY
                                                                                                                               of the building near Almond Avenue.
 The Orange Police Department is proud to offer the Citizens’ Academy. The Citizens’ Academy is a free,
 interactive course that provides an inside look about police department functions, resources and more.                                                                        Be sure to bring your own
 Residents will have the opportunity to learn about various facets of law enforcement such as Crime Scene                                                                        shovel when you come
 Investigations, K-9 Unit, Dispatch, Detectives, Narcotics and other related fields. Participants will also                                                                        down to the sandbag
 have an chance to go on a ride along with an officer to observe a typical day patrolling the city of Orange.                                                                         site. Bags and sand
                                                                                                                                                                                         are available, but you must fill the bags yourself. This service is
 Due to the Coronavirus pandemic and current public health policy, the Orange Police Department Citizens’
                                                                                                                                                                                            offered during the rainy season, 24 hours a day, while supplies last.
 Academy is temporarily postponed until further notice, however applications will still be accepted for the
 next available course.                                                                                                                                                                     For information about when sandbags are available, visit our page
                                                                                                                                                                                           on Facebook at www.facebook.com/cityoforange.
 For more information, including an application, please call (714)744-7354 or visit
 www.cityoforange.org/682/Citizen-Police-Academy.

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Environmental News                                                                                                                                                                                                    Environmental News
                                                                                                                                                                                                       HELP KEEP SEWER LINES CLEAN
                                                                                                                                                                                                       Although the City of Orange regularly
                                                                                                                                                                                                       maintains hundreds of miles of sewer
                                                                                                                                                                                                       lines in the public right-of-way,
                                                                                                                                                                                                       we do not maintain the lateral
                                                                                                                                                                                                       residential connections from
                                                                                                                                                                                                       homes that connect to the
                                                                                                                                                                                                       sewer lines. When these
                                                                                                                                                                                                       lines become clogged with
                                                                                                                                                                                                       grease or other waste,
                                                                                                                                                                                                       they have the potential of
                                                                                                                                      FLOOD SEASON                                                     backing up and causing
                                                                                                                                                                                                       sewer overflows. The most
                                                                                                                                      Rainy season is now upon us. We would like you to know           common source of sewer
                                                                                                                                      that if you live within the vicinity of the Santa Ana River,     overflows in residential
                                                                                                                                      Santiago Creek, Handy Creek, El Modena-Irvine Channel,
                                                                 WELL, WELL, WELL                                                                                                                      sewer lines are caused by
MANDATORY COMMERCIAL                                                                                                                  or any major City drainage channel, your property may be         grease and debris.
                                                                 More than 77% of the drinking water in Orange comes from             subject to flooding. If you are unsure about your proximity
RECYCLING                                                        deep underground aquifers, some of them up to 1000 ft.               to a flood hazard zone, you can call our Public Works            To avoid sewer line clogging, pour
California Assembly Bill AB 341 requires all businesses,         under Orange. Our Water Division operates pumps all over             Department at (714) 744-5525 and they will let you know if       grease and cooking oils in a sealed
who generate four cubic yards of solid waste per week            the City that tap these aquifers and bring it up to the surface.     you are at risk.                                                 container with absorbents or paper towels
to participate in a Commercial Recycling Program. Multi-         In early 2021, the drills will start-up again as a new well is dug                                                                    and place them in the trash. Do not dispose of grease
                                                                 deep to meet our thirsty City’s needs.                               Just like with an earthquake, your standard Home Owners          or cooking oils in sink drains. Scrape food waste and
family apartments of five units or more are also part of this
                                                                                                                                      insurance may not cover you in a flood without an added          grease from plates, pans, utensils, and other cookware
legislation. AB 341 was intended to reduce greenhouse gas
                                                                 Drilling is expected to begin on Well #28 in late January, with      flood insurance policy. Because the City is a participant in
emissions by providing opportunities for reuse of materials                                                                                                                                            into the trash.
                                                                 full operation estimated to be sometime in Summer 2022.              the National Flood Insurance program, which is managed by
and therefore reduce production of new materials.
                                                                 The well is expected to produce approximately 3000 gallons           the Federal Emergency Management Administration, you             Dispose of flushable wipes, cotton balls, paper towels,
The goals of AB 341 can be met by recycling paper, metal,        per minute, and is anticipated to last up to 100 years. The          may be eligible to receive a 5 percent discount when you         and facial tissues in the trash, not in the garbage disposal
glass, and plastics. These materials can either be self-         well enclosure will be designed to match the architecture of         buy flood insurance. Ask your Homeowner’s Insurance agent        or toilet. These solid objects can combine with grease to
hauled to a recycling facility, or through CR&R’s Commercial     Old Towne Orange and its surrounding buildings. A “mini              to see if you qualify. If you have additional questions, or if   clog sewer lines. Remember, only toilet tissue which breaks
Recycling Program.                                               park” will also be incorporated into the project’s footprint         your current insurance agent does not sell flood insurance,      down easily, is intended to go through sewer lines. Once a
                                                                 to provide open space for the residents, and to also allow           you can get a referral from the National Flood Insurance         blockage occurs, a plumber will have to be called to clear
For more information about the Commercial Recycling              access for maintenance and operation of the well.                    Help Center at (800) 427-4661.                                   the lines at your expense.
Program, please contact CR&R at (714) 372-8272
or visit the City’s Solid Waste webpage at                       For more information, call our Water Division at
www.cityoforange.org/462/Trash-Recycling-and-Organics.           (714) 288-2475.                                                      MANDATORY COMMERCIAL ORGANICS RECYCLING
                                                                                                                                      A new unfunded state mandate AB 1826 now requires all businesses, who produce more than two cubic yards of solid
BULKY ITEM REMOVAL                                                                                                                    waste to develop a program that recycles all of their organic waste. This includes food waste, vegetable trimmings,
                                                                                                                                      plate scrapings, spoiled food, and excess food inventory. Multifamily of five units or more are also part of this
Has your BBQ grill had its last stand? Are your old mattresses piling up? Are your neighbors avoiding you because they                legislation.
know you want to borrow their truck to take some of your bulky items to the landfill? There is a solution.
                                                                                                                                      Here are some ways that businesses can meet this requirement:
Your trash and recycling collector, CR&R Environmental Services, offers each residence free bulky item collections four                   1. Donate edible food to a food bank: Some organizations in Orange County work to recover edible
times per year, up to four large items per pickup. Bulky items                                                                               food from businesses and help provide food to nearly 400,000 Orange County residents. Such as
include large, hard to handle items such as furniture, appliances,                                                                           Waste Not OC Coalition which is free to all City of Orange businesses. These organizations will
computers, computer monitors, electronic waste, and extra                                                                                    pick-up food donations and also assist businesses in complying with the new law.
yard waste. Residents in multi-family complexes with bin
                                                                                                                                          2. Food Waste Recycling through CR&R: The City and CR&R have developed a convenient
service may also have bulky item service available.
                                                                                                                                             Commercial Food Waste Recycling Program, which provides businesses or commercial centers
In order to reserve a bulky item collection date, simply                                                                                     with food waste collection receptacles.
contact CR&R at (714) 372-8272. Once your bulky item                                                                                      3. Self-Hauling: Businesses required to recycle may elect to find their own composting or recycling
collection has been reserved, simply place your bulky                                                                                        facility that accepts food waste.
item out for collection on your regularly scheduled trash
                                                                                                                                      If you have any questions about the new law, or CR&R Inc.’s organic waste collection carts, you may contact CR&R at
collection day.
                                                                                                                                      (714) 372-8272 or visit the City’s Solid Waste webpage at https://www.cityoforange.org/462/Trash-Recycling-and-Organics.
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FIRE STATION GROUNDBREAKING
On October 22, the Orange City Council broke ground for the new Orange City Fire
Department Fire Station 1 and Fire Headquarters campus, at 1176 E. Chapman Ave.
The Council shoveled the first ceremonial mounds of dirt on what will soon become
the brand new home for Orange City Firefighters.

The current Fire Station 1 and Headquarters facility,
originally built in 1968, has served the citizens of
Orange for half a century. Over the decades, substantial
improvements to firefighting techniques and equipment
have left the current building no longer able to meet
the needs of modern Firefighters and Paramedics. After
careful analysis, it was determined that designing and
building a brand new facility would be a more fiscally
responsible solution.

The new Fire Station 1 and Fire Headquarters complex
will be approximately 27,927 sq. feet, making it
substantially larger than the current building. An existing
building that is currently on the site will be refurbished to
provide an additional 3,780 sq. feet of reserve apparatus
storage. Once completed, the campus will provide
firefighters with a more spacious vehicle bay, equipment
maintenance and storage areas, training facilities, and the
Fire Department administrative offices.

Most importantly, the new facilities will provide space and
technology for the Orange City Fire Department to have
updated equipment, space flexibility, and administrative
offices to continue their mission of providing the citizens
of Orange superior service well into the 21st Century.

Construction for the new Orange City Fire Department
Fire Station 1 and Fire Headquarters campus is expected
to begin later this year, with construction finishing
sometime in mid-2022.

TREE CITY USA
                                                                               will someday shade the children of the kids
Orange is home to a beautiful mature
urban forest, for which we’ve been named
                                                                               who play in the park today, and continue to      HOMETOWN HEROES
                                                                               watch over our park for generations to come.
a “Tree City USA” by the Arbor Day                                                                                              In May and November each year, new patriotic banners are placed on light-poles
Foundation for 32 years. Our Trees promote                                     Orange has been planting Arbor Day trees         throughout Old Towne Orange. On every single banner you’ll find a name and a branch
a healthy ecosystem, offer natural shading,                                    for over 30 years as a green investment in our   of service. These banners honor residents, or the immediate family member of residents,
and contribute to the overall beauty of a                                      City’s urban forest. Maintaining our status as   of the City of Orange who are currently on active military duty.
landscape.                                                                     a Tree City USA is a commitment to our belief
                                                                                                                                Our Military Banner Program is made possible through sponsorship and donations, which
                                                                               that trees are important to the community,
One of the ways Orange continues to earn its                                                                                    fund the purchase and placement of the banners. Each banner is displayed in the plaza for a
                                                                               and that caring for our tree population is
Tree City USA honor is by celebrating Arbor                                                                                     minimum of one year.
                                                                               an investment in the future on behalf of all
Day with a tree planting. This year, Orange
                                                                               residents and visitors.                          If you have a family member who is serving our Country in our Armed Forces that you’d like
observed a delayed Arbor Day on October
                                                                                                                                to honor with a banner, or you’re interested in helping support our Military Banner Program,
7 with a planting event at Fred Barrera Park,                                  We hope that everyone has a chance to visit
                                                                                                                                please contact our Community Services Department at csinfo@cityoforange.org, or call
where City staff planted a London Plane                                        and enjoy the latest additions to our urban
                                                                                                                                (714) 744-7264, for more information.
tree and two Brisbane Box trees near the                                       forest at Fred Barrera Park, 8380 E Serrano
playground equipment. These young trees                                        Avenue, Orange.

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Recreation Programs                                                                                                                                                                                                      Senior Programs
                                                             AFTER-SCHOOL
RECREATION                                                   RECREATION
CLASSES                                                      PROGRAM
                                   See page 13
Join Us! Various Youth            to learn how to            The City of Orange, in
                                                             partnership with the Youth                                                                                                                   170 S. Olive St., Orange, 92866, (714) 538-9633
and Adult classes are                 register.
                                                             Centers of Orange, is                                                                                                                                   www.orangeseniorcenter.org.
available for the entire
                                                             proud to offer after-school
family to enjoy both virtually                                                                                                                                                                     SENIOR PROGRAMMING
and in-person. Please visit                                  recreation for children in
                                                             kindergarten through eighth                                                                                                           The Orange Senior Center is managed by Orange Elderly
www.cityoforange.org for most up-to-date class
                                                             grade. This after-school program includes fun group activities,                                                                       Services, Inc. (OES), a non-profit 501 (c) community based
offerings. In-person classes will be following all current
                                                             homework help, a nutritional program, and a special focus on                                                                          organization with over 35 years of experience serving
COVID-19 health guidelines.
                                                             character development.                                             A VERY HEARTFELT THANK YOU!                                        older adults. OES is governed by a Board of Directors who
                                                                                                                                                                                                   volunteer their time to benefit the senior community. A
                                                                                                                                The City of Orange Community Services Department
                                                             Please note that space is limited at each location. All                                                                               Participant Council provides input and support to activities
                                                                                                                                would like to give a very heartfelt THANK YOU to the staff
                                                             scheduled program closures are in conjunction with the                                                                                and special events.
                                                                                                                                and volunteers of the Orange Senior Center who during
                                                             O.U.S.D. academic calendar.
                                                                                                                                the COVID-19 crisis continue to support and sustain                Although the Orange Senior Center is currently closed
                                                             Registration is done in person at each location. For more          essential services to the seniors in the Orange Community          due to the Coronavirus pandemic, essential services are
                                                             information contact Edgar Garnica (714) 450-0759.                  by providing them with food, transportation, and other             still available such as meals, transportation, and case
                                                                                                                                important resources to ensure their physical and mental            management. Meals for seniors are available for weekly
                                                             Program hours at all locations:
                                                                                                                                health during these unprecedented times.                           pick-up and daily “Meals on Wheels” services are still
                                                             2:30-6 p.m., Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday
                                                                                                                                                                                                   being offered to seniors enrolled in the program.
                                                             1-6 p.m., Wednesdays                                               These local heroes don’t wear a uniform or work in the
                                                             Locations:                                                         medical field, but they nonetheless selflessly serve what we
                                                             El Camino Real Park/Sycamore Elementary School                     consider to be an essential group of citizens in the Orange
                                                             400 N. Main St.                                                    community and for that we sincerely thank you!

                                                             Grijalva Park/Prospect Elementary School                           The Orange Senior Center relies on donations to help
                                                             368 N. Prospect St.                                                subsidize the costs of its services and activities for Orange
                                                                                                                                seniors. If you would like to make a donation or are a senior
                                                             Killefer Park
                                                                                                                                in need of services provided by the Orange Senior Center,
                                                             615 N. Lemon St.
                                                                                                                                please contact the Center’s Executive Director, Katherine
                                                                                                                                Connaghan at katherine@orangeseniorcenter.org or
                                                             YOUTH SPORTS                                                       (714) 538-9633.
                                                             Due to the Coronavirus pandemic and current health guidelines
                                                             all City of Orange league play is limited and Open Gym play        As a reminder, if you are a senior age 65+, the Center for
                                                             at the Sports Center at Grijalva Park is suspended until further   Disease Control (CDC) recommends you:
                                                             notice. Please visit cityoforange.org for updates.                     •   Stay at home
                                                                                                                                    •   Wash your hands often
                                                              SPORTS ORGANIZATIONS                                                  •   Keep a minimum space of six feet between
                                                                                                                                        yourself and others
                                                              Please contact the leagues directly for information.
                                                              American Youth Soccer Organization    www.orangeayso.org
                                                              Central Orange Girls Fastpitch              (714) 634-4894                                                    SENIOR TRANSPORTATION
                                                              National Junior Basketball                  (714) 765-6567                                                       The Orange Senior Center offers a Senior Transportation
                                                              North Sunrise Little League          www.northsunrisell.org                                                        Program which subsidizes the cost of taxi travel for
                                                              Olive Pony Baseball              www.oliveponybaseball.com                                                           Orange residents who are at least 60 years of age.
                                                              Orange Junior Soccer Club                     www.ojsc.org                                                           This program is made possible, in part, by the generous support of the
                                                              Orange Little League             www.orangelittleleague.org                                                          Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) and Senior Serv. The
                                                              Orange Youth Football                       (877) 462-4433                                                           Senior Transportation Program promotes lifelong mobility through a
                                                              South Sunrise Little League          www.southsunrise.com                                                           donation based and senior-oriented transportation service. If you are a
                                                              Be sure to check with the organization for the most                                                               senior in need of a ride to a medical appointment, pharmacy, grocery store,
                                                              up-to-date information or permitted activities.                                                                    or the Orange Senior Center, help may be available to you.

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Virtual Rec Center                                                                                                                                                                            Community Services
WHAT’S COMING THIS WINTER?                                                                                          THINGS YOU CAN DO IN OUR PARKS                       ONLINE REGISTRATION
2020 Virtual Tree Lighting
                                                                                                                    Our City parks are still
                                                                                                                    open to the public for a
                                                                                                                                                                         INSTRUCTIONS
                                                                                                                                                                         Sign up for your favorite recreation activities at your convenience,
While we are not able to gather for our traditional Tree                                                            walk, to exercise, or to
                                                                                                                                                                         24 hours a day, seven days a week. Registering online is fast, easy,
Lighting Ceremony and Candlelight Choir Procession,                                                                 participate in other healthy
                                                                                                                                                                         and does not cost extra.
we believe it is more important than ever to celebrate the                                                          activities while following
season and shine a light on the joy that it brings. Please join                                                     the current COVID-19                                   cityoforange.org/orangerec
us at www.cityoforange.org on Sunday, December 6, 2020                                                              health guidelines. Maintain
for a Virtual Tree Lighting and program.                                                                            a safe physical distance of                          STEP 1 – Login
                                                                                                                    six feet and gather only with
2021 Community Partnership Program                                                                                  members of your household.                             NEW USERS                                     RETURNING USERS
If you are looking for ways to build your business, reach out to Orange                                                                                                    All customers will need to create a           Click on the Log In/Create Account
residents, and support the Orange Community, be sure to keep an                                                                                                            new account. Please click on the              button (see illustration 1 below). then
eye out for our 2021 Community Partnership brochure that will offer                                                                                                        Log In/Create Account button (see             choose how you would like to Log In:
valuable marketing benefits. We’d love to Partner                                                                                                                          illustration 1 below).                        Facebook, Google, or Email.
with you.                                                                                                                                                                  You will be given the option to Log           Continue to Step 2.
                                                                                                                                                                           in with Facebook, Google, Email, or
                                                                                                                                                                           Create an Account (see illustration           Forgot Your Login or
Sunny is on Social Media
                                                                                                                                                                           2 below).                                     Password?
We are living in an ever evolving era. For the most
                                                                                                                                                                           Fill in the information for Account           If you have registered with us before
up to date information on upcoming programs and
                                                                                                                                                                           Holder. You will also need to fill in         and do not remember your Log In, you
events, be sure to follow Orange Recreation on
                                                                                                                 RUN                                                       the information for Other Account             can retrieve it by clicking on Log In, then
social media.                                                                                                                                                              Members. This may be anyone else              choose Log In with Email, select create
                                                                                                                                                                           in your household (such as children)          Account, Forgot Password. A temporary
                                                                                                                                                                           who you will be registering for               password will be emailed to you.
         Facebook.com/cityoforangerecreation
                                                                                                                                                                           classes.
                                                                                                                                                                           Continue to Step 2.
         Instagram.com/cityoforange_recreation

                                                                                                                                                                         STEP 2 – Choose your
   ORANGE DOG PARK                                                                                                                                                       courses and register
                                                                                                                 WALK
                                                                                                                                                                         Using the category TABS, browse for courses of
                                                                                                                                                                         interest. Select desired course to view the class
                                                                                                                                                                         description (see illustration 3 below).
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         “Log In/Create
                                                                                                                                                                         Once you find the course you are looking for,                                   Account button’
                                                                   The Orange Dog Park at Yorba                                                                          select the account member you would like to             Illustration 1
                                                                   Park is a spacious dog park                                                                           register, then choose Add to Cart.
                                                                   that features divided play
                                                                   areas to accommodate small                                                                            STEP 3 – Checkout
                                                                                                                 RELAX
                                                                   and large dogs. The park is                                                                           You can pay for your course with VISA or MasterCard. Before
                                                                   open to the public six days                                                                           completing your transaction, you must agree to the Program
                                                                                                                                                                         Liability Waiver, Photo/Video Waiver, and Refund Policy.
                                                                   a week, from 7 a.m. – dusk.
                                                                   The Dog Park is closed every                                                                          Please print a copy of your
                                                                                                                                                                         receipt for your records.
                                                                   Wednesday for maintenance. Please visit
                                                                   www.orangedogpark.com for more information                                                            Questions?
                                                                   and upcoming events at the Orange Dog Park.                                                                                                                               Illustration 2
                                                                                                                                                                         Contact the Community
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Select “Create
                                                                                                                                                                         Services Department at
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Account”
                                                                                                                 ENGAGE IN HEALTHY ACTIVITIES                            (714) 744-7274 or email
                                                                                                                                                                         orangerec@cityoforange.org.
                                                                                                                 WITH MEMBERS OF YOUR HOUSEHOLD
                                                                                                                                                                         Office Hours: 7:30 a.m.-5:30
                                                                                                                 Check website for most up-to-date information on park                                                                         Choose
                                                                                                                                                                         p.m., Monday – Friday, closed                                       your courses
                                                                                                                 amenities and permits.                                  alternating Fridays.              Illustration 3
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Orange Public
Orange Public Libraries
              Libraries (Children)                                                                                                                                                                       Orange Public Libraries
                                                                                                                                FREE ORANGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
                                                        ORANGE PUBLIC LIBRARY & HISTORY CENTER                                  ONLINE RESOURCES AND SERVICES                                     MONDAY MYSTERIES BOOK CLUB
                                                                                                                                                                                                  (ages 18+)
                                                                                                                                Need a Library Card?
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Love a good mystery? Join Orange Public Library staff for
                                                                                                                                You can apply for a library eCard through the Library’s           a special virtual Monday Mysteries Book Club meeting.
                                                                                                                                website and immediately receive a number that                     We’ll be discussing mystery titles originally selected for
                                                                                                                                will provide temporary access to most of our online               the past few months, from October through December
                                                                                                                                resources. If you have an Orange Public Library card,             2020. This meeting will be held online via Zoom. You can
 407 E. Chapman Ave., Orange 92866                                                                                              there is no need to get an eCard. For more information, visit     also join by phone. Registration is required. Please visit
 (714) 288-2400                                                                                                                 https://www.cityoforange.org/1269/Get-a-Library-eCard.            the Library’s website to register online. Zoom meeting and
 www.cityoforange.org/library
                                                                                                                                                                                                  phone access information will be emailed to all registered
                                                                                                                                                                                                  participants in advance.
 Please check our website for up-to-date
 operating hours for all Library locations.                                                                                                                                                       Monday, December 21                    2:00 – 3:30 p.m.

                                Note: Library programs are subject to change without notice.                                                                                                                            GARNETHILL
                           Registration is not required for library programs unless otherwise noted.                                                                                                                    BY DENISE MINA
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        October
FREE ORANGE PUBLIC LIBRARY                                       Here Comes Santa Claus (all ages)
PROGRAMS                                                         Get in the holiday spirit with a special opportunity to meet
The Library offers fun and educational programs for all ages.    Santa. Please visit our website for information.
For updated information on current Library events, please                                                                                                                                                             BOUND FOR
visit our website at www.cityoforange.org/library and            Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss (all ages)                                                                                                                 GOLD BY
follow the Library on Instagram @orangepubliclibrary. We         It’s Dr. Seuss’s birthday, and we are ready to celebrate                                                                                             WILLIAM MARTIN
are now on Facebook @orangepubliclibrary.                        reading with our friends from the Orange Blossoms, An                                                                                                November
                                                                 Auxiliary of Assistance League of Orange. Please visit our
                                                                 website for information.
                                                                                                                                Alzheimer’s/Dementia Kits for Adults
                                                                 Virtual Book Club (age 18+)                                    Our brand new kits provide information and different                                  CROOKED HOUSE
                                                                 Join us for a                                                  activities for people experiencing Alzheimer’s and other                              BY AGATHA CHRISTIE
                                                                 virtual book club                                              types of dementia. Kits are available for checkout with
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      December
                                                                 discussion on                                                  your library card.
                                                                 books vs. their film
                                                                                                                                Call the Adult Reference Desk at (714) 288-2410 for more
                                                                 or TV adaptations.
                                                                                                                                information or to place a kit on hold today.
                                                                 Choose any book
                                                                 that has been
                                                                 adapted for film or                                            The Library offers fun and educational eResources for           Research Guides
                                                                 TV and compare                                                 all ages. For updated information on the Library
                                                                                                                                                                                                Guides created by our librarians to help your children find
                                                                 the two versions.                                              services described below, please visit our website at
                                                                                                                                                                                                the information they need.
                                                                 Virtual Book Club                                              www.cityoforange.org/library, or follow the Library on
Virtual Storytimes (newborn – age 6)                             meetings are held                                              Instagram or Facebook @orangepubliclibrary.                     Learn and Play at Home
Children of all ages can hear stories, songs, and fingerplays    online via Zoom.                                                      Access Free eResources at Home                           A curated collection of activities that your children can
from the comfort of their homes. Visit our website for virtual   You can also join
                                                                                                                                           The Library is here for you with many different      access while at home, including homework tools, literacy
storytimes with our Library storytellers.                              by phone. Registration is required. To register,
                                                                                                                                             free electronic resources. Read or listen to       tips, and age appropriate entertainment.
                                                                         please complete our online registration form
                                                                                                                                             popular eBooks and eAudiobooks through
Winter Reading Club (all ages)                                             here: https://bit.ly/opl-vbc-1216.                                                                                   Encyclopedia Britannica
                                                                                                                                             cloudLibrary. Catch-up on local news with
Curl up with some good books this winter for                                Wednesday, December 16       6:30 – 7:30 p.m.                    Newsbank. Watch streaming video with               Britannica School and Britannica Escolar are leading
chances to win prizes. Visit the Library’s website                                                                                          Kanopy. Browse Consumer Reports® or                 resources for accurate, age-appropriate content in English
to sign up for this virtual reading program.                                                                                              scholarly journals through EBSCOhost. These,          and Spanish respectively. Perfect for K-12 research, building
December 1, 2020 – January 9, 2021                                                                                              and so much more, are available for you to use from home.       information literacy skills and supporting STEM education.

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                                              ORANGE PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION
                                                                                                                            1. Belmont Park                                                       11. Fire Station #4                                                                21. La Veta Park                                                                     31. Shaffer Park
                                                                                                                                  4536 E. Via Escola Ave., 92865                                              201 S. Esplanade St., 92867                                                    3705 E. La Veta Ave., 92867                                                         1930 N. Shaffer St., 92865
 www.oplfoundation.org                                                                                                      2. City Hall                                                          12. Fire Station #5                                                                22. Orange Public Library & HC                                                       32. Sports Center at
                                                                                                                                  300 E. Chapman Ave., 92866                                                  1345 W. Maple St., 92868                                                       407 E. Chapman Ave., 92866                                                       Grijalva Park (Bldng. B)
SHOP AND SUPPORT THE ORANGE PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION                                                                       3. Community Services Dept.                                           13. Fire Station #6
                                                                                                                                                                                                              345 City Drive South, 92868
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     23. McPherson Athletic Facility                                                             368 N. Prospect St., 92869
                                                                                                                                  230 E. Chapman Ave., 92866                                                                                                                                 333 S. Prospect Ave., 92869                                                  33. Steve Ambriz Memorial Park
                                                                                                                                                                                                  14. Fire Station #7                                                                24. Olive Park                                                                              611 Riverbend Parkway, 92865
Support the Library Foundation by making your Amazon                 Library Foundation as the recipient of the donation.   4. Eisenhower Park
                                                                                                                                                                                                              8501 E. Fort Road, 92869
                                                                                                                                  2864 N. Tustin St., 92865                                                                                                                                  2841 N. Glassell St., 92865                                                  34. Taft Branch Library
purchases through AmazonSmile. You can use your Prime                Remember, only purchases made at smile.amazon.com                                                                            15. Fire Station #8                                                                25. Orange Senior Center                                                                    740 E. Taft Ave., 92865
                                                                                                                            5. El Camino Real Park
account and give to the Library Foundation at the same               (not www.amazon.com or the mobile app) generate              400 N. Main St., 92868                                                      5725 E. Carver Lane, 92867                                                     170 S. Olive St., 92866                                                      35. Veterans Memorial at
                                                                                                                                                                                                  16. Fred Barrera Park                                                              26. Pitcher Park                                                                         Depot Park
time. Just go to smile.amazon.com and log into your                  AmazonSmile donations. Thank you for your support.     6. El Modena Branch Library
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 100 N. Atchison St., 92866
                                                                                                                                  380 S. Hewes St., 92869                                                     8380 E. Serrano Ave., 92869                                                    204 S. Cambridge Ave., 92866
regular Amazon account. Select City of Orange Public                                                                                                                                              17. Grijalva Park at                                                               27. Police Headquarters                                                              36. Water Plant
                                                                                                                            7. El Modena Park
                                                                                                                                  555 S. Hewes St., 92869                                             Santiago Creek (Bldng. A)                                                              1107 N. Batavia St., 92865                                                          189 S. Water St., 92866
                                                                                                                                                                                                              368 N. Prospect St., 92869                                             28. Police/Fire Substation                                                           37. Yorba Park
                                                                                                                            8. Fire Headquarters-Station #1
For updated information about Library Foundation programs and fundraising opportunities, please contact the Foundation            176 S. Grand St., 92866                                         18. Handy Park                                                                         East End Substation                                                                     190 S. Yorba St., 92867
                                                                                                                                                                                                              2143 E. Oakmont Ave., 92867                                                    8525 E. Fort Road, 92869
          by visiting oplfoundation.org, calling (714) 288-2470, or emailing OPLibraryFoundation@gmail.com.                 9. Fire Station #2
                                                                                                                                  2900 E. Collins Ave., 92867                                     19. Hart Park                                                                      29. Santiago Hills Park
                                                                                                                                                                                                              701 S. Glassell St., 92866                                                     8040 E. White Oak Ridge, 92869                                                      Old Towne Orange Plaza
                                                                                                                            10. Fire Station #3
                                                                                                                                  1910 N. Shaffer St., 92865                                      20. Killefer Park                                                                  30. Serrano Park
                                                                                                                                                                                                              615 N. Lemon St., 92867                                                        2349 Apache Creek Dr., 92869

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                                              DECEMBER 2020                                                                        VIRTUAL TREE LIGHTING
                                               Sun        Mon       Tue             Wed        Thu             Fri     Sat
                                                                                                                                   Although we are not able
                                                                      1              2            3             4       5          to gather in-person for our
City Calendar

                                                                                                                                   traditional Tree Lighting
                                                 6         7          8              9          10            11       12
                                                                                                                                   and Candlelight Choir
                                                13        14         15             16          17            18       19          Procession event this year
                                                                                                                                   due to current COVID-19
                                                20        21         22             23         *24            25       26
                                                                                                                                   health guidelines, we would
                                                27        28         29             30          31                                 like to invite you to join us
                                                                                                                                   for a very special Virtual
                                              JANUARY 2021                                                                         Tree Lighting Celebration
                                                                                                                                   this December.
                                               Sun        Mon       Tue             Wed        Thu             Fri     Sat
                                                                                                                1       2          Starting at 5 p.m. on
                                                                                                                                   December 6, and at any time after, you and your family can go to
                                                 3         4          5              6            7             8       9          our website or social media pages and watch our 2020 Virtual Tree
 Facebook • YouTube • Twitter • Instagram

                                                10        11         12             13          14            15       16          Lighting Celebration. As we do every year, we will illuminate our City’s
                                                                                                                                   tree and welcome the “Season of Light” with music, hope, and joy.
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                                                                                                                                   You can watch the Virtual Tree Lighting Celebration at
                                                24        25         26             27          28            29       30          www.cityoforange.org, or at the following social media sites:
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                                                                                                                                   YouTube: www.cityoforange.org/youtube
                                              FEBRUARY 2021                                                                        Instagram: www.instagram.com/city_of_orange_ca
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                                                 7         8          9             10          11            12       13          Due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic and the time it takes to
                                                                                                                                   prepare the Our Orange magazine, this issue is significantly shorter
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                                                                                                                                   than our normal winter issue. To ensure that you are getting the most
                                                21        22         23             24          25            26       27          up-to-date information, please be sure to follow our City’s website,
                                                                                                                                   www.cityoforange.org, along with our social media channels:
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                                                                                                                                   Facebook: www.facebook.com/cityoforange
                                                                                                                                   YouTube: www.cityoforange.org/youtube
                                              Council      Planning Commission            City Traffic Commission    Offices
                                              Meetings     Meetings,                      Meetings,                  Closed        Instagram: www.instagram.com/city_of_orange_ca
                                              6:00 p.m.    7:00 p.m.                      5:30 p.m.
                                                                                                                                   Twitter: @CityOfOrangeCA
                                                           1st and 3rd Mondays of         2nd Wednesdays of the
                                                           the month                      month                                    Nextdoor: www.nextdoor.com. Membership required.

                                              * City Hall offices will close at 12 Noon on 12/24.                                  Orange Police Department
                                              For the Orange Public Libraries schedule, visit                                      Facebook: www.facebook.com/CityOfOrangePD
                                              www.cityoforange.org or call (714) 288-2400.                                         Instagram: www.instagram.com/cityoforangepd
                                                                                                                                   Twitter: @CityOfOrangePD
                                              This calendar is subject to change. For up-to-date
                                                                                                                                   Orange City Fire Department
                                              information, visit www.cityoforange.org.
                                                                                                                                   Facebook: www.facebook.com/OrangeCityFire
                                                                                                                                   Twitter: @orange_city_fd
                                            City of Orange Special Event Hotline (714) 744-7278
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