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Anaheim honors veterans with pageantry, inspiring remarks at annual ceremony

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 11, 2023) — Anaheim celebrated the veterans of our city and country on Saturday in a moving ceremony marking Veterans Day.

About 100 veterans and community members gathered at the Anaheim Veterans Memorial Monument ...

Anaheim to honor our veterans

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 6, 2023) — As we celebrate our annual Veterans Day ceremony, we honor all veterans, young and old, living and passed on.

We invite our community to join us on Saturday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m. in front of the Anaheim Veterans Monument for...

Anaheim marks $7.5M in funding, start of motel conversion to affordable youth housing

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 2, 2023) — With $7.5 million in state and county funding, Anaheim is converting a former problem motel into housing for young adults who are too often overlooked for affordable housing and supportive services.

The f...

Strategic Plan Anaheim: share your input on priorities to guide our city in the years ahead

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 24, 2023) — Anaheim wants to hear from you as we work on a strategic plan of community priorities and guiding principles to lead our work on behalf of residents, businesses and visitors.

With help from the community...

The fall edition of the Anaheim Magazine is here!

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct.18, 2023) — Anaheim magazine goes out to every home and business in Anaheim four times each year.

Our fall 2023 edition features the upcoming 100-year celebration of Anaheim’s Fall Festival and Parade, our new chief of police, an under...

Center of Hope apartments bring housing with help and support for formerly homeless

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 10, 2023) — More than 70 residents are set to start moving into Anaheim’s newest affordable apartment community as part of our city’s leading efforts to address homelessness. 

The new apartments are part of...

As Coffee Fest comes to Anaheim, convention center sees 9,000 pounds of aficionado coffee served

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 7, 2023) — As the aroma of great coffee fills the Anaheim Convention for Coffee Fest, 9,000 pounds — or about 300,000 cups — of specialty gourmet coffee has been served at the convention center in the past year as part of a collabora...

Former Anaheim Council member Jordan Brandman passes

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 30, 2023) — Former Anaheim City Council member Jordan Brandman has passed away.

Brandman, 43, was found unresponsive at his Anaheim home on Friday night, Sept. 29.

“It is with sorrow and sadness that we learned of ...

Free healthcare at Anaheim Convention Center

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 29, 2023) — Free medical services were provided to over 600 people, many who may not otherwise have access to healthcare. 

The free health fair offers medical services including dental and vision care and will continue tomor...

Measure A: Anaheim voters have until Oct. 3 to vote on special election ballot initiative

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 26, 2023) — Anaheim voters can cast ballots by mail, drop box or in person for an Oct. 3 special election in our city on Measure A, a hotel and event center wage, workload and worker safety initiative.

Me...

Free healthcare at Anaheim Convention Center

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 25, 2023) — Free medical services are available for everyone, especially those who may not otherwise have access to healthcare. 

The free health fair offers medical services including dental and vision care at the Anaheim Co...

Anaheim’s hotel worker protections law in place, takes effect in January

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 1, 2023) — Anaheim’s hotel worker protections law is in place and takes effect Jan. 1, bringing new rules and requirements for hotels and motels to ensure safety on the job for a major industry in our city.

Hotel a...

Exhibit features art from and inspired by annual Anaheim Fall Festival and Halloween Parade

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 29, 2023) — Art inspired by the annual Anaheim Fall Festival and Halloween Parade is on display at the Downtown Anaheim Community Center now through Oct. 3.

The community center’s Center Galley is hosting ...

Site preparation underway for building of shopping center at Beach and Lincoln in west Anaheim

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 29, 2023) — Site preparation is underway at Beach Boulevard and Lincoln Avenue to clear the way for the building of a retail center at the west Anaheim corner in early 2024.

On Aug. 14, crews started removing dirt and will be replacin...

Storm tracking: Sunday evening update with rain, wind

ANAHEIM, Calif. (evening Aug. 20, 2023) — Here is your Sunday evening update for storm Hilary:

We are seeing and expecting the strongest winds through around 8 p.m. with wind and steady rain continuing beyond that.

According to the National Hurric...

Storm tracking: Sunday afternoon update with more rain, wind ahead

ANAHEIM, Calif. (afternoon Aug. 20, 2023) — Here is your Sunday afternoon update for storm Hilary:

Our forecast window for the strongest Anaheim rain and wind is from now through about 9-10 p.m. with lighter but continued rain after that.

We have ...

Storm tracking: midday Sunday update, heading into storm peak

ANAHEIM, Calif. (midday Aug. 20, 2023) — Here is your midday Sunday update as we head into the peak of storm Hilary:

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From 1-7 p.m., we enter what is forecast to be the strongest rain and wind.

Prepare for steady...

Storm tracking: Sunday morning update

ANAHEIM, Calif. (morning Aug. 20, 2023) — Here is your storm Hilary update for Sunday morning:

Storm summary

As of early Sunday, storm Hilary is midway along Baja moving north.

The storm center is expected to reach San ...

Strom tracking: Saturday afternoon update

ANAHEIM, Calif. (afternoon Aug. 19, 2023) — We continue to track and prepare for storm Hilary. Here is your Saturday afternoon update:

What to expect: Anaheim

We still expect significant wind and rain in Anaheim on Sunday, with ...

Strom tracking: midday Saturday update

ANAHEIM, Calif. (midday Aug. 19, 2023) — We continue to track and prepare for storm Hilary. As of midday Saturday, here is the latest on what to expect with extensive details below.

What to expect: Hilary summary

Hilary continue...

Celebrating Anaheim’s Chicano Heritage in August

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 28, 2023) — Chicano heritage holds a special place in the heart and history of Anaheim with celebrations set across the city in August for Chicano Heritage Month.

Anaheim’s libraries, community centers and a park will be part of the m...

Anaheim releases independent investigation report

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 31, 2023) — Anaheim has released an awaited independent investigation report commissioned by the city after the events of 2022.

The city is now reviewing the report at the same time as its public release.

Anaheim’s prior City Council c...

Anaheim marks $5M in federal funding for bridges, trails as part of OCVibe, OC River Walk

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 8, 2023) — Plans to transform the area around Honda Center and a vision to create a thriving riverfront along the Santa Ana River took an early step forward Tuesday with $5 million in funding from the federal Department of ...

Update your Medi-Cal account to keep your healthcare coverage going

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ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 20, 2023) — Anaheim residents receiving healthcare insurance through Medi-Cal and CalOptima need to renew their enrollment to avoid any lapse in coverage. 

For the first time since the start of the pande...

Anaheim votes to oppose Measure A hotel and event worker wage initiative

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 18, 2023) — Anaheim’s City Council on Tuesday voted to oppose a hotel and event worker wage ballot measure going before Anaheim voters in an Oct. 3 special election, citing potential impacts to the city-owned Anah...

Rick Armendariz, deputy chief since 2019, has been named Anaheim’s next chief of police

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 18, 2023) — Deputy Chief Rick Armendariz has been selected to lead Orange County’s largest city law enforcement agency as the next chief of police of the Anaheim Police Department. 

Armendariz, who has ser...

Anaheim orders Oct. 3 special election for hotel, event worker wage initiative

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 27, 2023) — Anaheim has ordered Oct. 3 for a special election on a hotel and event worker wage initiative.

The City Council decision will put the initiative before Anaheim voters as a standalone ballot item with a s...

Anaheim’s budget reflects strong recovery, expanded resident services, public safety

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 27, 2023) — Record revenue from ongoing economic recovery is driving a strong Anaheim city budget with added library hours, expanded park space and more police and firefighters. 

The budget is up 6 percent ...

Anaheim adds 102 affordable apartments near Platinum Triangle

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 22, 2023) — More than 200 residents, including families and the formerly homeless, have moved into 102 apartments at the new Finamore Place affordable housing community between the Platinum Triangle and Anaheim Resort area....

Anaheim to hold special election for hotel, event worker initiative, enacts worker safety protection

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 13, 2023) — Anaheim’s City Council voted Tuesday to hold a special election for voters to consider a hotel and event worker wage initiative while also adopting a separate safety ordinance for hotel workers.

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UPDATE: Anaheim shares hotel impact study; to consider initiative items

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 13, 2023) — Anaheim has shared a hotel-revenue impact report as the City Council on Tuesday is set to consider next steps for a proposed hotel and event worker initiative, including fiscal impact reports and a separate hotel worker s...

Anaheim to review fiscal analysis, consider hotel and event worker wage initiative items

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 8, 2023) — Anaheim’s City Council on Tuesday is set to consider next steps for a proposed hotel and event worker initiative, including reviewing fiscal impact reports and considering a separate ordinance with safety protections for h...

State of the City highlights ‘We are Anaheim’ with focus on neighborhoods, economy, future

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 23, 2023) — Anaheim neighborhoods are seeing renewal and a focus on services touching the daily lives of residents as the city’s record economic recovery continues and with major investment planned in years to come, Mayor Ashleigh Ait...

Anaheim seeks study of hotel, event worker wage initiative; will consider worker safety law

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 16, 2023) — Anaheim is pursuing an impact study for a hotel and event worker ballot initiative and will consider a separate ordinance with safety protections for hotel workers, the City Council voted on Tuesday.

A s...

Anaheim hosts community roundtable with Attorney General Bonta to understand, prevent, address hate

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 15, 2023) — Twenty community groups gathered with California Attorney General Rob Bonta, Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken and Anaheim Police Chief Jorge Cisneros on Monday for a roundtable discussion on preventing, addressing and better ...

Anaheim Council reaffirms public release of investigation report while adhering to state law

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 2, 2023) — Anaheim’s City Council on Tuesday reaffirmed a 2022 vote to make public an investigation report while ensuring compliance with state law, employee privacy and other considerations to protect the city and its residents from ...

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at La Palma Park

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 27, 2023) — Carnival rides, games, prizes, entertainment and family fun return to Anaheim’s La Palma Park for our annual celebration of Cinco de Mayo. 

The fun is set for May 4-7 at La Palma Park in north...

The next phase of Anaheim's newest park is getting underway in downtown

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 18, 2023) — The next phase of Anaheim's newest park is set to get underway in May with the buildout of Center Greens in downtown.

The construction is the next step in the transformation of a grassy field into Center Greens, ...

Changes coming to food, organic waste collection

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 18, 2023) — Changes are coming to food and other organic waste collection in Anaheim as part of a California requirement to reduce and reuse waste that otherwise would go to landfills and add to pollution in our environmen...

Anaheim’s rent-assistance voucher waitlist opens for applications

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 3, 2023) — Anaheim residents interested in rent assistance can apply to be on a Section 8 voucher waitlist from March 6 through April 6.

The waitlist puts people in line to apply for rent assistance vouchers, which can be p...

Anaheim recovers fallen Pearson Park tree that caused tragic death, will undergo assessment

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 20, 2023) — Anaheim has recovered a fallen tree that tragically took the life of a woman in a vehicle at Pearson Park on Sunday and will begin the process of evaluating the tree this week.

The tree, a 60-foot bur oak, was cut into thr...

Use Anaheim Anytime to report and fix issues in your neighborhood

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 12, 2023) — Anaheim Anytime is the best way to report and fix issues in your neighborhood or around town with an easy and simple online form that works for reporting graffiti, public dumping, potholes and any other issues.

T...

Get free yard and garden compost at giveaway on March 11 at Angel Stadium

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 24, 2023) — Anaheim residents can get high quality compost for gardens, yards and landscaping at an upcoming free compost giveaway at Angel Stadium of Anaheim.

The compost giveaway is Saturday, March 11, from 7 to 10 a.m., or until we...

Norma Campos Kurtz appointed as Council member for District 4

Update: Council Member Campos Kurtz was sworn in as Council member for District 4 on Feb. 7, 2023. You can read more here. 

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 24, 2023) — Norma Campos Kurtz has been appointed to the Anaheim...

Council to consider appointment to fill District 4 vacancy

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 23, 2023) — Anaheim's City Council on Tuesday is set to consider a potential appointment of a Council member to fill a vacancy for District 4.

The Council at its regularly scheduled meeting on Tues...

Mayor Aitken joins mayors from across the country in the nation’s capital to drive funding to cities

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 18, 2023) — Mayor Ashleigh Aitken joined mayors from across the country this week in Washington as part of her continued efforts to expand federal funding for Anaheim.

Mayor Aitken is meeting with officials from federal depar...

Applications open for potential District 4 City Council appointment

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 21, 2022) — Anaheim has opened the application process for candidates to be considered for an appointment to fill a City Council vacancy representing District 4 in central-south Anaheim.

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Rebuilding of Beach Boulevard set to take another step forward with lease for future grocery site

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 20, 2022) — An approved ground lease at the long vacant west Anaheim corner of Beach Boulevard and Lincoln Avenue paves the way for a grocery store as well as a home improvement store as part of the 39 Commons development a...

Measure J’s voter approval brings update of Anaheim’s hotel tax

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 15, 2022) — Measure J, a ballot measure updating Anaheim’s hotel, motel and short-term rental tax, was approved by voters in the Nov. 8 election with changes to how the tax is collected and provided to the city.

Measure J was approved...

Rebuilding of Beach Boulevard set to take another step forward with lease for future grocery site

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 15, 2022) — A ground lease that would allow for a grocery and home improvement store at the long vacant west Anaheim corner of Beach Boulevard and Lincoln Avenue is set to be considered by Anaheim’s City Council on Tuesday.

If approve...

Improve the look of your business and our city with up to $100,000 from Anaheim

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 14, 2022) — You can better the look of your business and our city with up to $100,000 in grant funding from Anaheim.

The Storefront Improvement Program from Anaheim Economic Development offers grants of $10...

Anaheim ushers in new mayor, three City Council members

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 6, 2022) — Anaheim administered the oath of office to a new mayor and three other incoming City Council members on Tuesday.

The city’s new mayor and Council members were elected by Anahe...

Anaheim to usher in new mayor, three incoming City Council members on Tuesday

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 4, 2022) — Anaheim is set administer the oath of office and swear in a new mayor and three other incoming City Council members on Tuesday.

The incoming mayor and Council members were elected by An...

Anaheim's District 4 seat vacant with state Assembly election of former Council member Valencia

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 4, 2022) — Anaheim's District 4 City Council seat is currently vacant following the November 2022 election of former Council member Avelino Valencia to the California Assembly representing the 68th distric...

Anaheim to honor veterans with ceremony at Anaheim Veterans Monument Nov. 11

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 9, 2022) — The faces of America’s veterans have changed in recent years. Our oldest World War II veterans have left us and a swell of younger Americans have added to the veteran community. 

So as we pause and reflect on our a...

1,000-plus set to get free healthcare, citizenship help this weekend at Anaheim Convention Center

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 9, 2022) — More than 1,000 people are expected to get free medical, dental and vision care this weekend at the Anaheim Convention Center, while an adjoining citizenship fair will help those with seeking to become U.S. citize...

OCVibe proposal to remake area around Honda Center goes before City Council

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 22, 2022) — Anaheim’s City Council on Sept. 27 is set to consider a proposal for 95 acres of new entertainment, shopping and dining, offices, apartments and open space built around Honda Center and the A...

Suspect in animal cruelty video incident turns himself in, dog recovered

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 22, 2022) — A 33-year-old Anaheim resident has turned himself in to Anaheim Police in connection with a viral video depicting animal abuse against a dog.

Albert Frank Abad Jr. was arrested and booked into Anaheim j...

Felony arrest warrant issued in animal cruelty video

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 21, 2022) — A felony arrest warrant has been issued for a 33-year-old Anaheim resident in connection with a viral video depicting animal abuse against a dog.

Anaheim Police detectives working with the Orange County ...

Building begins on affordable apartments set to be Anaheim’s 17th entirely affordable community

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 20, 2022) — Anaheim marked the start of construction Tuesday of 86 affordable apartments that are set to become the city’s 17th entirely affordable community when they open in 2024.

The Miraflores Apartments are u...

Playground built in a day as part of new downtown park with big assist from Anaheim Ducks

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 19, 2022) — The building of Anaheim’s newest park is underway as the Anaheim Ducks, the city of Anaheim, KABOOM! and other volunteers came together on Sept. 16 to assemble a playground designed by neighborhood kids and fami...

Anaheim moves forward with purchase of closed Beach Boulevard motel

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 13, 2022) — Anaheim plans to buy a closed Beach Boulevard motel and redevelop the site as affordable and potentially other housing as part of a larger effort to rebuild the 1.5 miles of Beach Boulevard running through the c...

OCVibe proposal to remake Honda Center area approved by Planning Commission

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 29, 2022) — Anaheim’s Planning Commission on Aug. 29 approved a proposal for 95 acres of new entertainment, shopping and dining, offices, apartments and open space built around Honda Center and the ARTIC transit hub.

Known as...

OCVibe proposal to remake area around Honda Center goes before Planning Commission

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 26, 2022) — Anaheim’s Planning Commission on Aug. 29 is set to consider a proposal for 95 acres of new entertainment, shopping and dining, offices, apartments and open space built around Honda Center and ...

Kids join Anaheim Ducks, city to design Anaheim's next playground

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 15, 2022) — More than 50 kids joined the Anaheim Ducks, the city of Anaheim and KABOOOM! on Friday to help design Anaheim’s next playground.

The kids drew designs including climbing walls, monkey ...

Kids, families coming together with Anaheim Ducks, city to design Anaheim's next playground

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 13, 2022) — Residents are teaming up with the Anaheim Ducks, the city of Anaheim and nonprofit Kaboom! to design a new playground based on what local kids and families want to see in their neighborhood playspace.

The 4,300-sq...

Three library branches expand from three to five days a week

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 5, 2022) — Three Anaheim Public Library branches are going from three days a week to five days a week starting this week.

The East Anaheim branch, which is on Santa Ana Canyon Road just west of Weir Canyon Road, is n...

A new playground is coming for the kids of the Rio Vista Park neighborhood

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 21, 2022) — The kids and families around Anaheim’s Rio Vista Park are getting a new play area complete with a zip line, swing set, slides, climbing wall and other fun  features based on what neighborhood ki...

Anaheim’s proposed budget reflects strong recovery, healthy reserves, major investment across city

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 21, 2022) — A strong economy is driving record recovery in Anaheim’s proposed budget for the coming 12 months as revenue is projected to exceed pre-pandemic levels and with more than $600 million in spending planned on commu...

City Council votes to void Angel Stadium of Anaheim agreement

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 24, 2022, updated May 25, 2022) — Anaheim’s City Council unanimously voted Tuesday to void a 2020 agreement to sell Angel Stadium of Anaheim and see development around it.

The vote follows the May 16 notice of a fede...

Anaheim receives letter indicating Mayor Sidhu resignation effective Tuesday

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 23, 2022) — Anaheim has received a letter indicating Mayor Harry Sidhu is resigning, effective Tuesday, May 24. 

“In order to continue to act in the best interest of Anaheim and allow this great city to move forward without di...

Planning Commission approves updated stadium site development agreement

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 9, 2022) — Anaheim's plan for the future of Angel of Stadium of Anaheim took another step forward Monday with Planning Commission approval of an updated development agreement and a tract map for the stadium site.

The commissio...

Proposed agreement would move stadium sale forward, bring historic affordable housing investment

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 25, 2022) — Anaheim’s City Council on Tuesday is expected to consider a proposed agreement with California that would resolve issues around the state Surplus Land Act, move forward the sale of the Angel Stadium of Anaheim s...

Anaheim receives letter indicating Mayor Sidhu resignation effective Tuesday

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 23, 2022) — Anaheim has received a letter indicating Mayor Harry Sidhu is resigning, effective Tuesday, May 24. 

“In order to continue to act in the best interest of Anaheim and allow this great city to move forward without di...

Mayor Pro Tem, Council members formally request resignation of Mayor Harry Sidhu

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 18, 2022) — Anaheim Mayor Pro Tem Trevor O’Neil and Council Members Stephen Faessel and Jose Diaz have formally requested the resignation of Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu.

The formal request was made ...

Stadium plan: delay in state agreement, federal review, Anaheim statement

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 16, 2022) — An agreement between Anaheim and the state of California is being delayed at the request of the California Attorney General’s Office based on a federal review related to the proposed sale of Angel Stadium of Anahe...

Retail plans for 39 Commons could bring neighborhood favorites, further rebuilding of Beach

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 5, 2022) — The rebuilding of Beach Boulevard is gaining steam with plans for dining, shopping and neighborhood services at the long-empty corner of Beach and Lincoln Avenue, which is now coming to life with homes and retail a...

Updated development agreement goes before Planning Commission as next step for stadium plan

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 5, 2022) — A revised development agreement and a tract map for the Angel Stadium of Anaheim site are set to go before Anaheim’s Planning Commission on Monday, May 9. 

The Planning Commission consideration is the next ...

Kobe-inspired Dream Court debuts at Pearson Park

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 1, 2022) — The kids of the Pearson Park neighborhood have an awesome new basketball court inspired by basketball great Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna “Gigi” Bryant.

The court, complete i...

Anaheim to buy, convert State College motel to affordable housing

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 26, 2022) — Anaheim is buying a rundown motel on State College Boulevard with plans to convert it to affordable housing and improve the area around State College and La Lincoln Avenue.

The Anaheim City Council voted Tuesday...

Angel Stadium site sale moving forward with historic affordable housing investment

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 26, 2022) — The sale and development of the Angel Stadium of Anaheim site will move forward and bring with it the largest affordable housing investment in Anaheim history as part of an agreement by the city and the state of...

Proposed agreement would move stadium sale forward, bring historic affordable housing investment

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 25, 2022) — Anaheim’s City Council on Tuesday is expected to consider a proposed agreement with California that would resolve issues around the state Surplus Land Act, move forward the sale of the Angel Stadium of Anaheim s...

Court decision: stadium sale done right, lawsuit claims denied

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 8, 2022) — A lawsuit challenging the city’s sale of the Angel Stadium of Anaheim site has been denied in its entirety by an Orange County Superior Court judge.

The decision by Judge David Hoffer “denies (t...

Initial court decision: stadium sale done right, lawsuit claims denied

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 21, 2022) — A lawsuit challenging the city’s sale of the Angel Stadium of Anaheim site has been denied in an initial decision by an Orange County Superior Court judge.

The initial decision by Judge David Hoffer “de...

City shuts down Beach Boulevard motel for safety concerns, relocates those staying there

Anaheim has shut down a Beach Boulevard motel for public safety and health concerns and relocated those who had been living there.

The Covered Wagon Motel at 823 S. Beach Blvd. was shut down March 29 as officials from Anaheim Planning & Building red ta...

Anaheim City Council selects final district map

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 3, 2022) — The City Council Tuesday selected a final map for Anaheim’s updated council districts, following months of public input and discussion.

The City Council is set to consider a second reading of the ordinance adopting the fin...

Anaheim website gets a makeover

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 25, 2022) — Anaheim will launch a new and improved city website on March 10, emphasizing self-service and focusing on simplicity and efficiency for residents and businesses.

New website features include a modern, clean design, updated...

Rebuild Beach Boulevard: community meeting Feb. 22

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb.16, 2022) — The problems of Beach Boulevard are all too real. We’re working to rebuild Beach over the next few years.

Meanwhile, we’re working to address day to day issues impacting residents and businesses.

Join us at a commun...

Redistricting focus maps available for comment

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb.7, 2022) — Anaheim is nearing the final phase of the redistricting process, after months of public participation and input. 

The City Council is considering six focus maps proposing modified boundaries for Anaheim’s s...

Anaheim court filing sets record straight: stadium sale was done right

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 27, 2022) — Anaheim’s brief in a lawsuit contesting the city’s sale of Angel Stadium of Anaheim sets the record straight, puts to rest claims and validates an extensive, open process of public input, discussion and ...

Anaheim magazine returns with winter 2022 edition

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 26, 2022) — After being on hold for two years due to the coronavirus crisis, Anaheim magazine is back and better than ever.

The winter 2022 edition includes a new and improved design with a more modern look and feel....

Tentative pact to restore waste service: what to know

Anaheim plays key role expanding waste collection for homes, businesses, pushes for full restoration

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 15, 2021) — Waste collection at homes and businesses in Anaheim picked up Wednesday after the city pressed for expanded contingency service and continues to support a quick resolution to the labor standoff at provider Republ...

Stadium update: state declines 25% affordable housing offer, issues notice; city open to talks

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 7, 2021) — A proposed offer to add more than 500 additional affordable apartments and bring the development plan for Angel Stadium of Anaheim to 25 percent affordable has been declined by the state of California with the cit...

Angel Stadium update: state declines offer for 25% affordable housing; city open to ongoing talks

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 7, 2021) — A proposed offer to add more than 500 additional affordable apartments and bring the development plan for Angel Stadium of Anaheim to 25 percent affordable has been declined by the state of California wi...

Anaheim to host fourth redistricting hearing, submit your draft maps by Dec. 30

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 6, 2021) — Anaheim will host its fourth public hearing on the redistricting process on Jan. 11, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, 200 S. Anaheim Blvd.

We hosted community meetings throughou...

Anaheim Police release video detailing officer-involved shooting in Santa Ana

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 12, 2021) — Anaheim Police have released a video detailing a Sept. 28 officer-involved shooting that took place in neighboring Santa Ana.

The video, known as a critical incident community briefing, includes body-wor...

Health fair provides free medical, dental, vision, vaccinations and other healthcare

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 2, 2021) — Anaheim's free health fair returns to the Anaheim Convention Center on Saturday, Nov. 6, and Sunday, Nov. 7, as our city recovers from the pandemic with many still in need of help after...

Anaheim hosts third redistricting hearing, community meetings to follow

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 1, 2021) — Anaheim will host its third public hearing on the redistricting process on Nov. 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, 200 S. Anaheim Blvd.

Throughout the month of October, memb...

Altar displays celebrate remembrance tradition of Dia de los Muertos

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 26, 2021) — Altars at Anaheim’s community centers and other facilities will celebrate the Dia de los Muertos tradition of remembering loved ones passed from Oct. 29 to Nov. 1.

Altars assembled by hand with photos, flowers, ca...

Anaheim seeks second poet laureate

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 15, 2021) — Anaheim is seeking its second poet laureate and literary ambassador to help inspire appreciation of poetry and the arts in the city. 

The city’s poet laureate serves as a volunteer for a two-year term and is part ...

Anaheim demolishes Americana Motel on Beach, clearing way for redevelopment

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 12, 2021) — Anaheim has demolished the former Americana Motel on Beach Boulevard as part of larger efforts to redevelop and revitalize the heart of west Anaheim.

Razing the 44-room motel clears the way for ...

Anaheim City Council appoints Gloria Ma’ae to represent District 2 in west Anaheim

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 14, 2021) — Community member Gloria Ma’ae has been appointed to Anaheim’s City Council to represent District 2 in west Anaheim.

The City Council voted to appoint Ma’ae on Tuesday. She will take the Distric...

State of the City: historic pandemic response; Anaheim's 'second Golden Age' ahead

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 14, 2021) — Anaheim is entering a second Golden Age with more than $5 billion in investment planned around the city’s sports venues and theme parks, Mayor Harry Sidhu said Wednesday in his annual State of the City address. 

T...

Anaheim’s proposed budget reflects initial recovery, major investments, uninterrupted service

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 8, 2021) — Anaheim’s proposed budget for the coming 12 months reflects the start of economic recovery, major investments in parks, libraries, roads and utilities and uninterrupted service to residents, bu...

Anaheim authorizes borrowing to close budget deficits

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 23, 2021) — Anaheim plans to issue bonds to close budget deficits caused by the coronavirus economic downturn.

Anaheim’s City Council, in its role as the city’s Public Financing Authority, on Tuesday aut...

Anaheim looks at borrowing to close budget deficits

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 18, 2021) — Anaheim is considering issuing bonds to close budget deficits caused by the coronavirus economic downturn.

Anaheim’s City Council will consider borrowing up to $210 million on Tuesday in their role as the city’s Public Fi...

Anaheim set to receive $100 million in federal assistance

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 11, 2021) — Anaheim is set to receive more than $100 million in direct federal aid to help offset lost revenue due to COVID-19 and continue serving residents, businesses and visitors.

The funding comes from the American Res...

Anaheim hosting second vaccination site, at convention center

Anaheim, which launched the first large COVID-19 vaccination site in Orange County in January, is adding a second site at the Anaheim Convention Center.

The Super POD at Anaheim Convention Center is set to begin offering vaccinations on Feb. 24, in partner...

Anaheim budget deficit at $114M; city evaluating potential borrowing, additional cuts

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 15, 2020) — The prolonged and ongoing coronavirus economic downturn has created a $114 million city budget deficit with Anaheim looking to borrowing, more cost cutting and any additional federal assistance to close...

Anaheim approves historic plan to secure baseball, sell stadium site for $320M, transform land

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 6, 2020) — The Anaheim City Council, in votes on Sept. 30 and Oct. 6, has approved keeping Angels Baseball in the city through at least 2050, selling the city’s stadium and surrounding land for $320 million and se...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim adds $4 million for community, business relief

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 11, 2020) — The Anaheim City Council on Tuesday voted to spend an added $4 million to help residents and businesses impacted by the coronavirus crisis.

The money is set to go to help struggling renters stay in their homes an...

Anaheim affirms James Vanderpool as next city manager

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 11, 2020) — Anaheim’s City Council has approved an employment agreement with James Vanderpool to serve as Anaheim’s next city manager. He will join Anaheim on Sept. 8.

“I strongly support Jim as...

Anaheim approves historic sale agreement for Angel Stadium site

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 20, 2019) — The Anaheim City Council today approved a purchase and sale agreement for 153 acres of land including and around Angel Stadium of Anaheim as the first step in a three-step proposal for the future of baseball in the city.

T...