COMMUNITY SERVICES
Huntington Beach Art Center - Join us on Sunday, January 29, from 4:00 - 6:30 p.m., as the Huntington Beach Art Center presents Jazz at the Center featuring the award winning CJS Quintet performing straight-ahead jazz, classics, and bebop in an intimate cabaret setting. Winner of the first Chuck Niles Award in 2005, the group, co-led by saxophonist Chuck Johnson and trumpeter James Smith, includes Al Daniels on piano, Wendell Williams on bass, and Anthony Davis on drums. Described as playing "jazz for the soul," the CJS Quintet brings outstanding musicianship to the stage. General admission: $20; Members: $15. Call the Art Center at 374-1650 for information and reservations.
The Age Wave - Are You Ready for the Ride? - Huntington Beach Senior Services believes that civic engagement is the key to the future of volunteerism and is offering a free class, The Age Wave-Are You Ready for the Ride, for those people interested in volunteering in the senior community. This free, five-week class will be held Wednesdays from February 1 - March 1 at the Rodgers Seniors' Center from 9 - 11 a.m. and includes CPR training. Huntington Beach Senior Services staff will cover the following topics: Myths and Realities of Aging, Basic Communication & Active Listening, Understanding the Grieving Process, Baby Boomers Redefining Aging, Signs & Symptoms of Abuse, Special Needs of the Homebound Elderly, and The Aging Network & Community Resources. Volunteers are essential to the success of Huntington Beach Senior Services. Last year, volunteers donated over 39,000 hours to transport seniors, package and deliver meals, visit the homebound, provide information and referrals, and much more. By offering this free class, Huntington Beach Senior Services prepares volunteers to better serve this section of our community. For additional information or to enroll, please contact Diane Swarts, Volunteer Services Coordinator, at 374-1544.
Stress Reliever - Meditation has been taught for thousands of years to achieve inner peace, health, and wisdom. It's been proven to promote relaxation, increase energy, and improve productivity. Take the Meditation for Peace & Stress three-session class at Edison Community Center and discover the techniques to help you meditate anywhere. The classes are held on Mondays from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. The first is January 30 - February 13, and the second is March 6 - March 20. Get unstressed now!
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
U.S. Housing Market Conditions - The quarterly publication from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the 3rd quarter of 2005 is available for review in the Economic Development Department. The report reflects national housing trends and relies upon information from the American Housing Survey (AHS), a national survey of the housing market funded by HUD and conducted by the U. S. Census Bureau. AHS data shows rental vacancy rates in Orange County remained at about 4.5 percent for the quarter.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Garage Fire - On January 18 at 8:38 a.m., the Fire Department responded to a garage fire in a single family home located at 10111 Birchwood Drive. The first fire engine on scene found a two-story home with its garage completely involved in fire with heavy black smoke throughout the inside of the home. A total of 25 firefighters quickly brought the fire under control and prevented the fire from spreading to the rest of the home. Two civilians were treated for smoke inhalation. The estimated value of the saved home is $800,000. The fire originated in the garage, and the cause is under investigation.
Garage and Car Fire - On Sunday, January 15, at 6:30 p.m., the Fire Department responded to a reported garage fire at 15402 Cambay Lane. Upon arrival, the first engine company from Heil Fire Station found the garage and two vehicles in the driveway to be fully involved in fire. A third vehicle in the driveway was also beginning to burn. Firefighters quickly attacked the fire and simultaneously searched the residence, confirming that all of the residents were out of the home and that none were injured. Due to the intensity of the fire and the dense storage in the garage, firefighters utilized specialized foam and multiple hose lines to extinguish the fire. The garage was heavily damaged, and fire had started to spread to the attic of the home. The quick actions of the firefighters prevented the fire from rapidly spreading throughout the residence. A total of 24 firefighters responded to this incident. Damage to the house, contents, and vehicles was estimated at $150,000. The total value saved was approximately $500,000. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Bomb Threat and Evacuation at College View School - At approximately 8:00 a.m. on Friday, January 13, the Fire and Police Departments were dispatched to College View School on a bomb threat. College View School is located at 6582 Lennox. An engine, ambulance, hazardous materials unit, investigator, public information officer, and battalion chief responded, along with the Orange County bomb squad, to investigate two, small, improvised devices found by the school janitor. Approximately 535 students arriving at College View School were evacuated to other schools. There were no reported injuries to any students or faculty. The Orange County bomb squad, Police Department, and the Fire Department's hazardous materials team evaluated the devices. Police cleared the scene, and the campus was released back to school officials. There are no suspects at this time, although the incident remains under investigation by the Police Department.
PLANNING
307 Notices Sent to Wesley Park Residents - Planning staff sent notices to 307 addresses in the Wesley Park area near downtown to inform them of the meeting on Tuesday, February 7, to discuss development standards and density issues. The meeting will take place at 6 p.m. at City Hall in Room B-8. A copy of the notice is also available at the Zoning Counter on the 3rd floor of City Hall.
Emergency Action at Ascon Complete - As of January 10, emergency action at the Ascon Landfill site is now complete. Therefore, the emergency action information line (388-1833) was terminated on January 13. Beginning on January 13, there is a recording at this number stating that the emergency action is complete and that a Completion Report is expected to be submitted to state Department of Toxic Substances Control in March, and for further information regarding Ascon any callers may go to www.ascon-hb.com.
PUBLIC WORKS
Update on Dredge Line - The Public Works staff continues to monitor the removal of the dredge line that has been entangled in the pier pilings for over a month. The extraordinarily high surf last month dislodged hose from dredging equipment being used at the Bolsa Chica Restoration Project. Approximately 2,000 feet of line was lost from the site, and to date about 1,200 feet has been recovered. Recently, a diver verified that 300 feet of line is currently wedged against the pier. The recovery of this length of 15-inch diameter line is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, contingent upon equipment rental availability. After removal of the line, the pier pilings will be inspected for damage. The contractor, Ross Island, estimates that 500 feet of detached hose has not been located.
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