Anaheim magazine is here!

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 1, 2019) —The latest edition of Anaheim magazine, your very own city magazine, is out with another in-depth look at what’s going on in our community.

The cover story highlights The Salvation Army’s proposed Center of Hope, a comprehe...

Anaheim explores epic story of race, injustice as community reads ‘A Lesson Before Dying’

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 14, 2019) — A gripping story that tackles the intersection of race and criminal justice will help Anaheim honor Black History Month as the city comes together to read Ernest J. Gaines’ “A Lesson Before Dying.”

From Feb. 16 to March 16...

Anaheim’s 2018 State of the City will offer new ways for businesses to thrive, residents to connect

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 31, 2018) — Mayor Tom Tait is set to announce initiatives to bring people together over a good meal and to better connect generations across Anaheim in the 2018 State of the City address on Feb. 6.

The address also will recap gains An...

Mayor Harry Sidhu unveils $250 million investment initiative for Anaheim neighborhoods

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 5, 2019) — Calling for a new Golden Age for Anaheim, Mayor Harry Sidhu in his inaugural State of the City address on Tuesday set out a bold initiative to invest $250 million in Anaheim neighborhoods in the next 10 years, with direct...

Mayor Sidhu's inaugural State of the City to unveil new ‘Golden Age’ for Anaheim neighborhoods

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 4, 2019) — Mayor Harry Sidhu on Tuesday is set to outline a bold plan to invest in and renew Anaheim’s neighborhoods, building on a legacy of economic development in service of the city’s residents.

In his inaugural State of the City...

Anaheim completes La Mesa Emergency Shelter

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 27, 2019) — Anaheim, in partnership with Illumination Foundation, celebrated the completion Wednesday of the La Mesa Emergency Shelter, the third homeless shelter the city has opened in the past two months.

The shelter, built in just ...

Report coyotes

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 7, 2019) — Coyotes are a fact of life.

They are drawn to cities for easy sources of food, including trash cans and outdoor pet food.

While they are more active in the springtime, coyotes have become a fixture in our communities through...

Anaheim opens 224-bed homeless shelter with The Salvation Army

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 31, 2019) — Just 60 days after starting construction, the city of Anaheim and The Salvation Army today opened a new homeless shelter, offering beds and services to 224 people living in homelessness in Anaheim.

The two-acre site is mad...

Anaheim explores epic story of race, injustice as community reads ‘A Lesson Before Dying’

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 14, 2019) — A gripping story that tackles the intersection of race and criminal justice will help Anaheim honor Black History Month as the city comes together to read Ernest J. Gaines’ “A Lesson Before Dying.”

From Feb. 16 to March 16...

OC Black History Parade & Cultural Faire is Feb. 2

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 28, 2019) — Join us in downtown Anaheim on Saturday, Feb. 2 for an exciting celebration of culture and heritage at the 39th annual Orange County Black History Month Parade & Cultural Faire.

The yearly event brings some 8,000 peopl...

Anaheim extends Angels at stadium through 2020, allowing time for discussions on new lease

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 15, 2019) — Anaheim’s City Council on Tuesday approved a 14-month extension for the Angels at the city-owned Angel Stadium of Anaheim, ensuring the team will play in Anaheim through 2020 and allowing time for both sides to talk about...

Mayor Sidhu proposes one-year Angels extension, Council set to consider on Tuesday

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 10, 2019) — Anaheim’s City Council on Tuesday is set to consider a one-year stadium lease extension for Angels Baseball initiated by Mayor Harry Sidhu following a recent meeting between him and team owner Arte Moreno.

The proposed ext...

Schweitzer Park, other homeless encampments cleared

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 3, 2019) — A homeless encampment in and around west Anaheim’s Schweitzer Park that at its peak had about 25 people and tents has been cleared, and the park restored to its intended use. Smaller encampments near Ge...

100-plus transitioned from homelessness at Maxwell, La Palma Parks, elsewhere

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 28, 2018) — More than 100 people have moved to an emergency homeless shelter from Maxwell and La Palma parks, a west Anaheim street corner and elsewhere, while the parks and other spaces have been cleared, cleaned and restored.

Social...

100 people transitioned from homelessness at Maxwell, La Palma Parks

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 22, 2018) — Some 100 people have moved from sidewalks and an alleyway at Maxwell and La Palma parks to an emergency homeless shelter, while spaces at and around the parks have been cleared, cleaned and restored.

Social workers from no...

Anaheim interim emergency shelter opens after 14-day buildout, serving those in need

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 20, 2018) — Anaheim has opened an interim emergency shelter in an astonishing 14 days and already is providing urgent help to those in need during the critical winter months.

The shelter, at 2040 S. State College Blvd., opened Thursda...

Anaheim approves interim emergency shelter to address impacts on parks and help those in need

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 6, 2018) — Anaheim’s City Council Thursday approved moving forward with an interim emergency homeless shelter to help people out of homelessness during the critical winter months and address growing impacts on the...

Anaheim considers interim emergency shelter to address impacts on parks and help those in need

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 5, 2018) — Anaheim’s City Council Thursday is set to consider plans for an interim emergency homeless shelter to help people out of homelessness during the critical winter months and address growing impacts on the...

Anaheim Shelter Plan: City approves site purchase for second temporary homeless shelter

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 3, 2018) — Anaheim is moving forward with a site in industrial east Anaheim as a second, temporary homeless shelter to open by early 2019.

Based on direction Monday from the City Council, we will purchase the 12,500-square-foot buildi...

Anaheim Shelter Plan: City considering alternative site for second temporary shelter

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 20, 2018) — Anaheim is looking at an alternative site in industrial east Anaheim as a potential second, temporary homeless shelter to open by early 2019.

Based on direction Tuesday from the City Council, we are looking at a potential ...

Anaheim sets course for next 25-plus years of great sports, entertainment at Honda Center

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 20, 2018) — As Honda Center and the Anaheim Ducks celebrate their 25 anniversary this year, Anaheim has approved new agreements for the next generation of great hockey and entertainment at the city-owned arena.

On Tuesday, Anaheim’s C...

Anaheim’s arena: looking to the next 25-plus years of Honda Center

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 16, 2018) — We’ve seen 25 great years of world-class entertainment, exciting sports and championship hockey at Anaheim’s arena, Honda Center.

And we’re just getting started.

For all of 2018, we’ve been in talks with our partners at Hon...

Anaheim Shelter Plan: Salvation Army site moves forward, city looks at options on second site

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 15, 2018) — Anaheim is moving forward with a temporary 200-bed homeless shelter in partnership with the Salvation Army and continues to evaluate options for a second, 125-bed shelter in an industrial area of east Anaheim.

On Tuesday, ...

Chrysalis opens doors in Anaheim, bringing job opportunities to those living in homelessness

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 13, 2018) — Anaheim's newest nonprofit partner, Chrysalis, today opened its doors to people living in homelessness in Anaheim and Orange County.

Chrysalis helps those living in homelessness by removing barriers to employment and helpi...

Anaheim settles homeless lawsuit, to add 325 shelter beds and restore parks, streets, neighborhoods

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 7, 2018) — Anaheim has settled a lawsuit and is moving forward on a shelter plan that will allow the city to continue addressing the impacts of homelessness on parks, streets and neighborhoods.

Under the settlement, Anaheim ...

Anaheim magazine fall 2018: Honda Center turns 25, Halloween is here and more

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 3, 2018) — Honda Center and the Anaheim Ducks celebrate 25 years, the Anaheim Fall Festival and Halloween Parade returns to downtown, new businesses open in west Anaheim; these are just a few of the events and programs highlighted in...

Anaheim steps up efforts to address homelessness with additional parks staff, outreach

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 26, 2018) — Anaheim plans to spend up to $400,000 to address the impacts of homelessness on parks and other public spaces in the next few months as the city works to settle litigation and move forward on the next steps of a comprehe...

Free medical care, citizenship help at annual Anaheim Health Fair & Citizenship Clinic

More than 1,000 Anaheim residents and others will get free healthcare and help becoming citizens at the 12th annual Anaheim Health Fair & Citizenship Clinic this weekend at the Anaheim Convention Center.

For many without health insurance or regular acc...

It’s Anaheim Night at the OC Auto Show as residents get in free

Opening night is Anaheim Night at the Orange County International Auto Show at the Anaheim Convention Center!

Anaheim residents get in free on Thursday night, Oct. 4, as a “thank you” to the city that makes the OC International Auto Show happen each year.

F...

Anaheim looks at homeless shelter proposal to address impacts on parks, streets, neighborhoods

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 8, 2018) — Anaheim’s comprehensive efforts to address homelessness took a major step forward Friday with the announcement of a proposed 400-bed homeless care facility known as Center of Hope.

The plans were detailed by Mayor Tom Tait...

Remembering former city commissioner, community leader Donald Yvaska

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 8, 2018) — Donald Yvaska, a former Anaheim commissioner and active community member, will be remembered in a life celebration on Sunday.

Yvaska died on Aug. 4 after complications from surgery. He was 66.

A celebration of Yvas...

City’s first new fire station in a decade opens, enhancing service in north Anaheim

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 25, 2018) — Residents and businesses in northeast Anaheim have greater peace of mind with the opening of the city’s first new fire station in 10 years.

Station No. 5, the newest of Anaheim Fire & Rescue’s 11 stations across the ci...

Heat is back: stay cool Anaheim

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 24 2018) — We are in for another round of heat this week with temperatures expected to hit the 100 mark on Wednesday and hover in the 90s throughout the week. 

Thankfully, there are some easy ways to keep cool in Anaheim.

Our ...

Anaheim appoints Chris Zapata as city manager

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 17, 2018) — Chris Zapata, with more than 35 years of public service including 25 years leading cities in California and Arizona, has been appointed Anaheim’s city manager.

The City Council unanimously approved Zapa...

Anaheim magazine summer 2018: Goats, summer fun, kindness and more

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 3, 2018) — Anaheim Fire & Rescue's goat wildfire prevention program, summer activities for the whole family, a new program for seniors; these are just a few of the great stories highlighted in the summer 2018 edition of Anaheim m...

Anaheim’s budget: bettering roads, parks, libraries, community centers, ensuring public safety

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 20, 2018) — Anaheim’s budget for the next 12 months dedicates more than $550 million in direct spending on public safety, community services and projects to better the city’s roads, utilities, parks, lib...

Our Next Flag update: first-round finalists

We’re making progressing on a new flag for Anaheim.

A group of 19 community submissions are currently under consideration as we work toward a final design our city can be proud of.

From March 19 to April 20, we received 113 submissions from residents and th...

Jorge Cisneros named Anaheim Police chief

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 19, 2018) — Jorge Cisneros, a 27-year Southern California law enforcement veteran including nearly a decade as a police chief, has been named the next chief of the Anaheim Police Department.

Cisneros will be the 33rd chief i...

Anaheim Fire & Rescue chief to retire, capping 40-year fire service career

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 19, 2018) — Anaheim Fire & Rescue Chief Randy Bruegman, who oversaw the city’s response to October’s Canyon Fire 2 and bolstered the department’s firefighting resources after 2008’s Freeway Complex Fire, is retiring later this ye...

Anaheim evaluates additional sites to advance homeless efforts, address impacts on streets and parks

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 15, 2018) — Working with federal Judge David Carter on homelessness across Orange County, Anaheim and other North County cities are identifying sites that could serve as first-stop assessment centers as part of a larger strategy to a...

Summer swim fun at Pearson Park Pool

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 7, 2018) — Nothing says summer like a day at the pool.

Starting this Saturday, Anaheim’s Pearson Park Pool opens with free weekend swim for kids, grown-ups and families.

From now through Labor Day, you can spend a sunny Saturday or Sun...

My city budget: how you can tune in

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 23, 2018) — It’s that time of year again when our city leaders discuss and ultimately decide how to spend your tax dollars.

The City Council has been holding public workshops on the proposed $1.9 billion city budget...

200-plus Anaheim employees, family give back in inaugural day of community service

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 15, 2018) — More than 200 Anaheim city employees and their families came together on Saturday, May 12, for a day of volunteer community service benefiting seniors, veterans, students, neighborhoods and those in need.

Voluntee...

Innovative jobs program for those seeking pathway from homelessness coming to Orange County

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 1, 2018) — Great news for Anaheim’s ongoing work to provide pathways out of homelessness.

Los Angeles-based nonprofit Chrysalis, which helps transition people from homelessness to work by helping to prepare them for finding and keeping...

Resources available for those affected by Mariposa Apartments fire

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 20, 2018) — Resources are available for residents of the Mariposa Apartments who were impacted by the recent fire.

The April 14 fire destroyed four apartments and damaged at least 18 others. Several additional households were displac...

Anaheim, San Jose mayors face off in friendly NHL playoffs wager

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 12, 2018) — It’s NorCal versus SoCal in the first round of the 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs and the competition is heating up on and off the ice as the Anaheim Ducks and San Jose Sharks face off Thursday night in Anaheim.

To ma...

Anaheim mayor, public works director visiting Puerto Rico as part of island’s rebuilding effort

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 9, 2018) — Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait and Public Works Director Rudy Emami are visiting Puerto Rico on Monday as part of a group of mainland mayors and officials offering expertise, experience and ongoing connection with counterparts on...

Anaheim’s inaugural Poet Laureate Grant Hier: spreading love of poetry in his family home

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 30, 2018) — Grant Hier, a west Anaheim resident with long family ties to our city, is Anaheim’s inaugural poet laureate and literary ambassador.

In the role, he’ll work to better connect our community through poetry and great writing...

Limited voluntary evacuations in Canyon Fire 2 burn areas

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 21, 2018) — With heavy rain expected late Wednesday through Thursday, limited, voluntary evacuations are now in place in three specific neighborhoods east of Serrano Avenue that are directly next to hillsides burned by October’s Can...

Join us for a community meeting on motels and homelessness

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 7, 2018) — West Anaheim residents and others from across the city are invited to join us for a March 15 community meeting to discuss the temporary transition of those formerly living along the Santa Ana River Trail to motels, includ...

Anaheim looking to update permit-parking program

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 5, 2018) — Anaheim is proposing an updated permit-parking program that seeks to improve street parking throughout the city.

Parking is in high demand in Anaheim, creating concerns for residents and businesses. The updated program aim...

Mayor Tait shares kindness experience in India

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 23, 2018) — Mayor Tom Tait has wrapped up a 10-day trip to India this week, sharing Anaheim’s experience building a stronger, more connected community through a commitment to kindness.

Tait traveled to three cities...

Police Review Board seeking applicants

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 9, 2018) — We’re looking for help shaping the future of community policing in Anaheim.

The city is seeking applicants to serve on our new Police Review Board, which is set to convene in the spring.

The review board is a new, e...

Students invited to share their vision in west Anaheim art project

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 9, 2018) — Anaheim is tapping the creativity of local high schools to help turn Beach Boulevard and Lincoln Avenue into a community art canvas.

As part of a digital art competition from the city of Anaheim and partner Zelman Developme...

Black history parade, street fair come to downtown Anaheim

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 29, 2018) — The streets of downtown Anaheim will be alive with African-American pride and celebration on Feb. 3 as the 38th annual Orange County Black History Parade & Cultural Faire comes to town.

This fun yearly event,...

Anaheim readies for river trail clearing with added homeless resources, stepped up parks presence

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 18, 2018) — Anaheim is ready for the pending clearing of the Santa Ana River Trail with extra help for those living in homelessness as well as additional resources for residents, businesses and neighborhoods concerned about the windi...

Tour Anaheim’s most festive holiday light displays

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 20, 2017) — Get in the holiday spirit with a self-guided tour of some of the best decorations and light displays in Anaheim.

This week, Anaheim Beautiful announced the winners of its annual holiday lights contest. The group selected w...

New Ponderosa Park community center offers assistance and fun for neighborhood families

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 20, 2017) — A new community center offering help and services to better the lives of neighborhood families opens today at Ponderosa Park.

Known as the Ponderosa Park Family Resource Center, the facility is set to play a big ...

Anaheim expands civilian oversight with new Police Review Board

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 19, 2017) — Anaheim is moving forward with a new police advisory board that brings expanded civilian oversight and community interaction with the city’s police department.

The Police Review Board will be notified of and have access to...

City Council declares homeless emergency along river trail, across Anaheim

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 13, 2017) — The Anaheim City Council unanimously voted early Wednesday to declare a health and safety state of emergency to address homelessness along the Santa Ana River Trail and across Anaheim.

The Council voted 7-0 to e...

Dec. 19 City Council meeting set for Downtown Anaheim Community Center

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 11, 2017) — Anaheim’s Dec. 19 City Council meeting is moving to the Downtown Anaheim Community Center directly next to City Hall.

The meeting, which will take place in the community center’s assembly hall, is moving to allow for year-...

Anaheim marks World Kindness Day, hosts ‘Wonder’ movie premier as part of #ChooseKind initiative

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 13, 2017) — Anaheim is joining cities across the country in encouraging kindness and celebrating those who “choose kind” with thank-you breakfasts and a special screening of the film “Wonder.”

Anaheim joins Philadelphia, Miami Beach, ...

Road closures for Disneyland races this weekend

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 9, 2017) — There will be several road closures and possible traffic delays around Disneyland and the Platinum Triangle this weekend as the park hosts its Avengers Super Heroes Half Marathon, Thor 10K and Spider-Man 5K.

The 5K race beg...

Anaheim proclaims ‘City of Kindness’ as official motto, broadens work to spread kindness

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 8, 2017) — Anaheim’s City Council on Tuesday unanimously adopted a resolution designating “City of Kindness” as the official city motto and endorsed expanded efforts to spread kindness in the city’s culture and in the community.

The C...

Raul Quezada retiring as Anaheim Police chief

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 23, 2017) — Anaheim Police Chief Raul Quezada is retiring effective Monday.

Quezada, Anaheim’s first Latino chief, was appointed interim chief in May 2013 and appointed chief in December 2013. He leaves after building and strengthenin...

Community invited to join Mayor Tait for screening of ‘Chasing the Dragon,’ opioid crisis discussion

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 17, 2017) — Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait on Wednesday will join FBI officials, drug treatment providers and others for a look at the opioid crisis in Orange County and a special screening of “Chasing the Dragon: The Lif...

After serving 50 people, Canyon Fire 2 assistance center now closed

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 16, 2017) — A community assistance center for those impacted by Canyon Fire 2 helped 50 people access services as part of the first steps of recovery and now has closed.

After seeing the demand for help decrease after Friday...

Canyon Fire 2: near containment, no further updates unless conditions change

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 16, 2017, 8:30 a.m.) — Canyon Fire 2 is nearing full containment with no further threats to neighborhoods as of Monday morning.

Anaheim Fire & Rescue and the city of Anaheim will cease regular fire updates unless conditions change...

Canyon Fire 2 assistance center helps nearly 50 people over two days, set to reopen half-day Monday

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 14, 2017) — A community assistance center for those impacted by Canyon Fire 2 has helped nearly 50 people since opening Friday morning and is set reopen for a final half-day Monday.

The assistance center, at the East Anaheim Gymnasium...

Resources offered for residents affected by Canyon Fire 2

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 12, 2017) – An assistance center opens Friday morning in Anaheim to help residents whose homes were destroyed or damaged by Canyon Fire 2 as well as anyone else affected by the fire.

The center will be a one-stop shop for re...

Evacuations lifted for east Anaheim neighborhoods impacted by Canyon Fire 2

Evacuations lifted for east Anaheim neighborhoods impacted by Canyon Fire 2

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 10, 2017) -- All Anaheim residents evacuated due to Canyon Fire 2 are clear to return to their homes at 7 p.m. Tuesday.

Canyon Fire 2 continues to burn but is ...

ACC North debuts at Anaheim Convention Center

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 28, 2017) — The Anaheim Convention Center this week officially opened ACC North, its largest and most significant expansion in nearly two decades.

The expansion, the seventh in the center’s 50-year history, adds 200,000 square feet o...

Free Anaheim Health Fair & Citizenship Clinic Sept. 23-24

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 15, 2017) — The annual Anaheim Health Fair, featuring free medical, dental and vision services, is set for Sept. 23 and 24 at the Anaheim Convention Center.

New this year, the event will also include a free Citizenship Clini...

Calling All Job Seekers

Calling all job seekers

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 13, 2017) — Looking for a new opportunity?

Employers hiring for thousands of positions are set to be on hand at the free Anaheim/OC Job Fair Expo at the Anaheim Convention Center on Sept. 20...

Mayor Tait: Anaheim will continue to stand with Houston during recovery

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 1, 2017) — Anaheim’s support for Houston will continue as the city begins a long road to recovery after Hurricane Harvey, Mayor Tom Tait said Friday.

“As we enjoy the Labor Day weekend with friends and family, I want to call on all o...

Beat the heat this weekend

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 31, 2017) — All of Anaheim has been sweating this week, and we’re set to see a peak in the heat Friday with some relief over the holiday weekend.

Thankfully, there are some easy ways to keep cool in Anaheim.

Take a ...

Road closures for Disneyland 10K and Half Marathon this weekend

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 31, 2017) — There will be several road closures and possible traffic delays around Disneyland Resort and the Platinum Triangle this weekend as the park hosts a 10K race and half marathon.

The 10K race begins at 5 a.m. on Saturday and ...

City Council expresses urgency in working with county to address homeless crisis

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 30, 2017) — Anaheim’s City Council on Tuesday expressed urgency to continue supporting the county of Orange as it works to end homelessness on the Santa Ana River Trail while deferring action on a request by a hom...

Anaheim adopts sunshine ordinance, brings added accountability to local government

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 18, 2017) — Anaheim’s City Council has taken a major step toward stronger, more responsive and accountable local government with the adoption of a comprehensive “sunshine ordinance.”

The ordinance, which passed by a 7-0 vote on Aug. 1...

Visit Wings of the City and win a trip to Mexico

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 18, 2017) — It will give you wings, literally.

A visit to the Wings of the City art exhibit at the Anaheim Convention Center could land you two tickets to fly to Mexico City. All you need to do is enter the Wings of the City video con...

Have a voice in addressing homelessness in Anaheim

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 15, 2017) — Homelessness is one of the most pressing and complex issues facing Anaheim.

As part of our ongoing effort to address homelessness, the City Council recently created a 14-member Homeless Policy Working Group to look at curr...

Extended summer swim at Pearson Park Pool

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 28, 2017) — Anaheim kids now have more opportunities to beat the summer heat with a dip in Pearson Park Pool.

Starting this weekend, the pool will add a second weekend day of free swim time for the community and stay open an additiona...

Mayor and City Council appoint interim city manager

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 13, 2017) — The City Council on Tuesday voted to appoint City Clerk Linda Andal as interim city manager.

The appointment came on a unanimous, 7-0 closed session vote.

“Linda is a trustworthy, honest leader who displays the strategic pe...

‘Wings of the City’ brings interactive, internationally acclaimed art to Anaheim

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 11, 2017) — The ultimate selfie has come to Anaheim.

From July 11 to Sept. 30, the Anaheim Convention Center is hosting “Wings of the City,” an outdoor exhibit of nine stunning, larger-than-life bronze sculptures by acclaimed Mexican ...

‘Alas de México’ trae arte interactiva y internacionalmente aclamada a Anaheim

ANAHEIM, Calif. (11 de julio, 2017) — La mejor selfie ha venido a Anaheim.

Entre el 11 de julio y el 30 de septiembre, el Centro de Convenciones de Anaheim va a presentar una exhibición al aire libre de nueve estatuas de bronce impresi...

Do the Fourth right

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 30, 2017) — As holidays go, Fourth of the July ranks right up there. Who doesn’t love a summer day of fireworks, food, family and fun?

We wish everyone in Anaheim an awesome Fourth. But we also want to make sure everyone stays safe.

Re...

Luís Alberto Urrea coming to Anaheim as city reads ‘Into the Beautiful North’

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 28, 2017) — The timely story of a changing Mexican town and its  complex relationship with America will captivate Anaheim readers this summer, culminating with a September visit to Anaheim Central Library by Mexica...

Downtown Anaheim 5K Run and Flag Day Parade this weekend

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 9, 2017) — Downtown Anaheim will be bustling with family fun this weekend, with the annual 5K Run on Saturday and the Flag Day Parade on Sunday.

Please be aware that both events will also involve some road closures.

The 18th ...

Review of Anaheim police chiefs’ work hours concluded

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 8, 2017) — A city review of the work hours of Anaheim’s police chief and deputy police chief has concluded.

An outside investigation done as part of the review found Police Chief Raul Quezada and Deputy Chief Dan Cahill did not violat...

Anaheim mayor shares kindness experience at Strong Cities conference

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 8, 2017) — Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait in May joined city leaders from across the globe gathered in Denmark to share Anaheim’s experience building a stronger, more connected community through kindness.

“The idea of kindness is simple yet p...

Connect the Loop, Bringing Cycling Fun for All

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 6, 2017) — Join us for a fun-filled day for the whole family and learn about a new plan to expand a bike trail near the hills of east Anaheim.

Come enjoy a free street fair with food trucks, entertainment, family activities, ...

Anaheim named Playful City USA, plans for future of city’s parks

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 23, 2017) — Anaheim’s effort to provide residents with great places to play has earned the city a designation as a Playful City USA for 2017.

Anaheim is one of 258 cities across the country recognized by national no...

Anaheim’s budget: get involved

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 18, 2017) — It’s budget time in Anaheim!

We are preparing the city budget for Fiscal Year 2017-2018, which covers the 12 months through June 2018. And we need your help.

There are several community meetings and City Council work...Read on...

Anaheim, Nashville mayors wager on Western Conference Final

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 14, 2017) — The stakes are high as the Anaheim Ducks face off against the Nashville Predators in game two of the Western Conference Final tonight at Honda Center.

And Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait has upped the ante again, agreeing to a frien...

Homeless shelter opens as part of Anaheim’s comprehensive approach to addressing homelessness

Orange County’s first year-round homeless shelter opens today in Anaheim as part of the city’s comprehensive approach to addressing homelessness.

Bridges at Kraemer Place, a 24,390-square-foot facility alongside the Riverside (91) Freew...

Anaheim, Edmonton mayors face off in round two hockey playoffs wager

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 26, 2017) — It’s round two of the 2017 Stanley Cup Playoffs and the Anaheim Ducks are facing off against the Edmonton Oilers in game one tonight.

To make the stakes even higher, Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait and Edmonton...

Join us and help shape the future of Anaheim parks

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 22, 2017) — Andy Anaheim, the city’s lovable mascot, is leading the way on the most comprehensive look at our parks in nearly 30 years.

Kicking off on Earth Day, Anaheim Community Services will conduct a 12-month ...

Anaheim wins first-round — and mayors’ hockey bet

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 20, 2017) — A plush version of Anaheim Ducks mascot Wild Wing is heading to Calgary to be unofficial “mayor for a day” as part of a friendly bet between Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait and Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi.

Tait — and Anaheim — cam...

Coyotes in Anaheim: be part of the solution

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 19, 2017) — Encounters with coyotes are on the rise in some parts of Anaheim, and the city is hearing from residents and experts as part of an effort to create a wildlife management plan. 

On April 18, we held a co...

Anaheim, Calgary mayors face off in friendly NHL playoffs wager

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 13, 2017) — The competition is heating up on and off the ice as the Anaheim Ducks face off against the Calgary Flames tonight in the first round of the 2017 Stanley Cup Playoffs. 

Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait and Calgary...

Anaheim responde: el agua de la ciudad no fue el problema en el caso de Children’s Dental

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Abril 12, 2017) — Durante más de un siglo, la ciudad de Anaheim ha entregado agua segura, confiable y de alta calidad a sus residentes, negocios y visitantes.

Queremos aclarar que el agua de Anaheim no es el problema e...

Anaheim Convention Center welcomes new deputy director, readies 200,000-square-foot expansion

Anaheim, Calif. (March 30, 2017) —Joaquin Quesada has been named deputy director of the Anaheim Convention Center, bringing more than 35 years of convention center operations, sales and service experience to his new position.

Quesada, an Anaheim native who...

USA Volleyball donates $200,000 in gear to Anaheim high schools

It’s not every day you get something for free. But one Friday afternoon in March, high school students in the Anaheim Union High School District received $200,000 worth of free volleyball equipment and gear from USA Volleyball.

Totaling more than...

Spring Is Here, and With It Comes Wildlife

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 20, 2017) — Spring is off to a gray start, but there’s a clear sign the season is here: wildlife.

With all of spring’s beauty and the fresh start it brings, we can’t forget about the critters a...

Council Expands Contract Review, Brings Process Closer to Residents

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 16, 2017) — The City Council has approved changes that will give residents added insight into financial decisions at City Hall.

The new policies allow the City Council to:

• Vote on more contracts between the city and outside ...

Rescheduled due to last month’s rain Anaheim Battle of the Bands to Take Place this Saturday at Pear

ANAHEIM, Calif. (August 27, 2015) Anaheim’s best middle school and high school bands will compete in the city’s first Battle of the Bands event on Saturday evening, August 29 at Pearson Park Amphitheatre. The community is invited to attend and cheer on...

Committee Moves Ahead in Shaping Anaheim’s Six Voting Districts

More than 130 residents from across Anaheim crowded into City Hall on Aug. 19 to review more than two dozen proposed district boundary maps and express support for the map that would best serve their communities.

In all, residents weighed in on 25 possib...Read on...

Summertime is mosquito season – be aware and be prepared

ANAHEIM, CA - (August 13, 2015) - Summertime is mosquito season, and the City of Anaheim is reminding residents of precautions to avoid mosquito bites and mosquito breeding grounds, courtesy of the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District.

Mosqui...

Anaheim Cooling Centers Offer Relief from the Heat

ANAHEIM, CA - (August 12, 2015) - With this weekend’s high-heat advisory, the City of Anaheim is reminding the community of its 10 cooling centers to help residents beat the heat in the coming days.

Please call the location nearest you for hours of oper...

ARTIC food and dining establishment plans are moving forward

ANAHEIM, CA - (August 11, 2015) - Plans to open ARTIC’s food and dining establishments, including unique concept dining establishments, an organic coffee bar, a pretzel and frozen yogurt kiosk to complement the existing grab ‘n go food and grocery stor...Read on...

ARTIC Project Named APWA 2015 Public Works Project of the Year

KANSAS CITY, MO. (August 5, 2015) - The Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center Project was recently named a 2015 Public Works Project of the Year by the American Public Works Association (APWA). This year, the team of winners includes the Ci...

Free Summer Concerts at Pearson Park

ANAHEIM, CA - (August 4, 2015) - Two free concerts will be held at the Pearson Park Amphitheatre this month, featuring music the entire family will enjoy. All are welcome to attend the free shows, including free parking.

• Saturday, August 8 – an Elton J...

Anaheim City Council Appoints Emery as City Manager

ANAHEIM, CA - (July 22, 2015) - The Anaheim City Council tonight approved an employment agreement with Paul Emery as Anaheim city manager.

In his role as city manager, Emery will provide administrative management for the 10th largest city in California, it...

Anaheim Battle of the Bands to Take Place this Saturday at Pearson Park Amphitheatre

ANAHEIM, CA - (July 16, 2015) - Anaheim’s best middle school and high school bands will compete in the city’s first Battle of the Bands event on Saturday evening, July 18 at Pearson Park Amphitheatre. The community is invited to attend and cheer on the...

ANAHEIM FIRE & RESCUE’S COMMUNITY CARE RESPONSE UNIT IS FIRST IN CALIFORNIA Pilot Program Delivers N

ANAHEIM, CA - (July 15, 2015) - Anaheim Fire & Rescue, in collaboration with local key leaders in emergency services, have launched a new pilot program: the Community Care Response Unit (CCRU). The first in California, the CCRU offers medical respo...

Anaheim Quarterly Neighborhood Services Meetings Announced for July

ANAHEIM, CA - (July 10, 2015) - Attending an Anaheim Neighborhood Services meeting, offered quarterly at locations in the west, east, central and south areas of the city,  is an optimal way for residents to meet one-on-one with city staff and to learn ...

Traffic Advisory Today Near Honda Center for Dalai Lama Visit

ANAHEIM, CA - (July 5, 2015) - Please be advised of additional traffic around Honda Center today for the Dalai Lama visit and 80th birthday celebration. The event is scheduled from 12:00 - 3:30 p.m. To ensure a safe and smooth traffic flow, please follow ...

Fourth of July Safe and Sane Fireworks Available in Anaheim for First Time in 30 Years, Beginning To

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 28, 2015) - For the first time in 30 years safe and sane fireworks are back in Anaheim, on sale at Honda Center beginning today at 12 noon.  As voted by residents in last year’s June General Election, the Anaheim community can Celebrat...

Media Advisory: City Council To Consider Entertainment Tax Policy

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 25, 2015) - The Anaheim City Council is expected to consider an entertainment tax policy for the Disneyland Resort at its July 7 meeting as Walt Disney Parks and Resorts evaluates a significant investment in its existing operations in ...

Fourth of July Safe and Sane Fireworks Available in Anaheim for First Time in 30 Years Sales and usa

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 18, 2015) - For the first time in 30 years safe and sane fireworks are back in Anaheim.  As voted by residents in last year’s June General Election, the Anaheim community can Celebrate With Care in select areas of the City.  Residents ...

Anaheim City Council Approves Hotel Incentive Program

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 16, 2015) - The Anaheim City Council tonight approved a resolution establishing a Hotel Incentive Program to encourage the development of four-diamond-quality hotels and the renovation of existing properties to four-diamond quality.
...Read on...

Anaheim City Council Approves Balanced Budget for Fiscal Year 2015/16

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 16, 2015) - Increases to General Fund allocations and Capital Improvement Plan support emphasis on public safety, community outreach and encouraging business growth.

The Anaheim City Council tonight unanimously approved a balanced budge...

ANAHEIM HONORS FLAG DAY WITH NEW HOMETOWN HEROES VIDEO AND COMMUNITY EVENT

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 12, 2015) - The City of Anaheim is proud to honor Flag Day this Sunday by introducing a new segment in the City’s Hometown Heroes video series.

Anaheim Police Officer Brennan Leininger founded the organization A Flag for Every Hero...

Outreach Campaign Invites Residents to ‘Shape Anaheim’s Future’ (Spanish)

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 5, 2015) - La ciudad de Anaheim está llevando a cabo una amplia campaña de alcance comunitario para que los residentes ayuden a determinar los límites que definirán los seis nuevos distritos electorales que darán forma a Anaheim a ...Read on...

ANAHEIM PUBLIC UTILITIES HOSTS THE 2015 SAVE WATER EXPO

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 1, 2015) - Anaheim Public Utilities invites the community to learn more about saving water at the 2015 Save Water Expo. The event will be held on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at ARTIC, the new transportation hub located at ...Read on...

RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED TO HELP DESIGN DISTRICT SHAPES

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 28, 2015) - Community meetings are being held to gather comments and ideas for drawing district boundaries. The Advisory Committee on Electoral Districts is reaching out to residents by meeting on various evenings and in neighborhood co...Read on...

3-day event will offer complete dental and vision services and general health screenings to thousand

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 27, 2015) - The 9th annual FREE Health Fair will take place this Friday – Sunday at the Anaheim Convention Center, and all are welcome to attend.  Attendees can benefit from the medical, dental and vision services, as well as visit the ...Read on...

ANAHEIM HONORS MEMORIAL DAY WITH LAUNCH OF HOMETOWN HEROES VIDEO SERIES

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 23, 2015) - As our nation celebrates Memorial Day this weekend, the City of Anaheim would also like to salute local resident, WWII veteran and Bronze Star recipient Dr. William Kott by featuring him in the launch of the City’s new Homet...Read on...

TRAFFIC ADVISORY FOR THE ANAHEIM RESORT BEGINNING EARLY FRIDAY MORNING THRU THE WEEKEND, FOR THE DIS

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 21, 2015) - Please be advised of additional traffic in The Anaheim Resort this Friday morning and throughout the weekend as Disneyland Resort hosts its annual 24-hour day beginning Friday, May 22 at 6 a.m., as well as the kick-off for i...Read on...

ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL LIMITS LANDSCAPE WATERING TO TWO DAYS A WEEK

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 20, 2015) - The Anaheim City Council has approved an ordinance to restrict landscape watering to two days per week, in an effort to reduce daily water use during the ongoing drought. The ordinance will help Anaheim achieve its required ...Read on...

ANAHEIM PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR NATALIE MEEKS NAMED APWA 2015 TOP TEN PUBLIC WORKS LEADER

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 19, 2015) - Anaheim Public Works Director Natalie Meeks was recently named as a 2015 Top Ten Public Works Leaders of the Year by the American Public Works Association, and at tonight’s City Council meeting was presented with her award b...Read on...

ANAHEIM AND CHICAGO MAYORS ENGAGE IN FRIENDLY WAGER DURING NHL PLAYOFFS

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 17, 2015) - Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait and Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel agreed to a friendly wager as the Anaheim Ducks and Chicago Blackhawks open the Western Conference Finals of the 2015 Stanley Cup Playoffs today at Honda Center.

The ...Read on...

COMMUNITY INVITED TO SHAPE ANAHEIM’S FUTURE AND PROVIDE INPUT TO DRAW CITY COUNCIL DISTRICTS

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 5, 2015) - Anaheim residents are encouraged to participate in community meetings and Shape Anaheim’s Future. Anaheim’s current At-Large electoral system will, for the first time, change to a By-District system made up of six districts....Read on...

Temporary Road Closures, May 9-10, For Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 5, 2015) - Runners, joggers and walkers will take to the streets of Anaheim on Saturday and Sunday mornings, May 9-10, during the 2015 Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend. The Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend, taking place Thursday – Sun...Read on...

May the 4th Be With You!

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 4, 2015) - Recently, thousands of guests from a galaxy far, far away visited Anaheim for the four-day 2015 Star Wars Celebration event, held at the Anaheim Convention Center. They offered their greetings to be shared with residents o...Read on...

Anaheim and Calgary Mayors Engage in Friendly Wager During NHL Playoffs

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 1, 2015) - Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait and Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi agreed to a friendly wager as the Anaheim Ducks and Calgary Flames go head-to-head in the second round of the 2015 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

If the Ducks win, Mayor Nensh...Read on...

Anaheim Water Conservation Poster Contest Winners to be Honored at Angel Stadium of Anaheim

ANAHEIM, CA - (April 27, 2015) - In celebration of May being Water Awareness Month, Anaheim Public Utilities and Angels Baseball will honor the winners of the 25th Annual Water Conservation Poster Contest at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on Thursday, May 7, du...Read on...

Anaheim Approves New City Planning Director

ANAHEIM, CA - (April 23, 2015) - David Belmer will join the City of Anaheim as Planning Director, effective May 26, it was approved and announced at Tuesday night’s City Council meeting. Belmer brings more than 25 years of experience in municipal governme...Read on...

ANAHEIM’S 9TH ANNUAL FREE HEALTH FAIR MAY 29-31 3-day event

ANAHEIM, CA - (April 22, 2015) - Through dynamic partnerships with Remote Area Medical (RAM) California, GBS Linens, Inc. and Anekant Community Center, along with invaluable community sponsorship support, Anaheim’s Ninth Annual FREE Health Fair is expa...Read on...

Cinco De Mayo

ANAHEIM, CA - (April 27, 2015) - Food, games, carnival rides and music will be part of the annual family-friendly Cinco de Mayo Fiesta and Carnival in Anaheim, taking place April 30 – May 3 at La Palma Park in Anaheim. The fiesta will feature free live en...Read on...

ANAHEIM CONVENTION CENTER BREAKS GROUND ON SEVENTH EXPANSION

ANAHEIM, CA - (April 21, 2015) - The City of Anaheim today broke ground on the seventh expansion to the world-famous Anaheim Convention Center,  for a significant construction project that will add more meeting space, more economic impact, and more job...

REMEMBERING JACKIE ROBINSON’S VISIT TO ANAHEIM, ON MLB’S JACKIE ROBINSON DAY

ANAHEIM, CA - (April 15, 2015) - As Major League Baseball and America remember the late Baseball Hall of Famer Jackie Robinson today, the City of Anaheim is proud to recall when Robinson spent time in Anaheim to film his biographical movie, “The Jackie...Read on...

MIRALOMA PARK AND FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION SET FOR APRIL 11

ANAHEIM, CA - (April 6, 2015) - The Miraloma Park and Family Resource Center in Anaheim’s Park Lane neighborhood  is set to open on Saturday, April 11 at 11 a.m., and the entire community is welcome to join the grand opening celebration.

Miraloma Park a...