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2024 State of the CityThe City of Brea is excited to announce that this year’s State of the City is now available for the entire community to view. Mayor Christine Marick, along with City staff, share what has been accomplished this past year and what is planned for Brea’s future. Topics such as, development, public safety, and more are discussed. This is your opportunity to learn about your City! Watch the State of the City online, at your convenience. It is available now to view on-demand on the BREAtv App, City of Brea YouTube channel, and CityofBrea.net/BREAtv.
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Join us at the Junior High Preview Dance
The Junior High Preview Dance has not happened in almost 10 years and is now coming back for one night only on Friday, September 27 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. The theme is “Out of this World” for 7th-8th graders with a fee of $16. Tickets are now on sale and available for purchase at the Brea Community Center front counter; in person or over the phone at (714) 990-7100. |
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Join Vice Chairman Chaffee's Fall Fishing Derby Join Supervisor Doug Chaffee for the Fourth District Kid’s Fishing Derby on Saturday, September 7 from 8:00 – 11:00 a.m. at Carbon Canyon Regional Park, located at 4442 Carbon Canyon Road, Brea. Residents of the Fourth District, including the cities of Stanton, Buena Park, Fullerton, La Habra, Brea, Placentia, and portions of Anaheim, may RSVP for the Kids Fishing derby until event capacity is reached. Kids ages 6 to 15 may participate in the Fishing derby. Fishing Rods and bait will be available at no-cost while supplies last. To RSVP, please visit https://d4.ocgov.com/fishingderby |
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OC Loop Construction Project The County is working on the OC Loop in the City of Brea. This project involves constructing a Class I bikeway along the Carbon Canyon Channel from La Floresta Drive to Bastanchury Road. This will close the gap between the La Floresta Trail and El Cajon Trail by creating a 12’-14’ wide bikeway parallel to Imperial Highway and then along Carbon Canyon Channel. Be mindful of the construction impacts this project will create on Imperial Highway and La Floresta Drive. Please use alternative routes if possible. The anticipated construction timeline is now through December 2024, pending construction challenges and material supply, dates may be subject to change. For additional information, please contact the General Contractor of Blue Iron Foundations & Shoring, Joe Reyes at (909) 486-9167. |
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Arovista Park Construction Update Work continues on the Arovista Park Modernization project with the contractor slated to begin major grading operations over the next few weeks. For a period of time, residents in the South Brea neighborhood will notice several large trucks per hour arriving on site to import dirt. Hours of operation for the project continue to be 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. With any questions or concerns, we encourage residents to contact the General Contractor (Urban Habitat) directly at (760) 345-1101. As a reminder, the Brea Skatepark remains closed until further notice. The City hopes to re-open the Skatepark once project conditions allow safe access. We will keep you informed on the status of this closure as timelines become available. |
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September is National Preparedness Month National Preparedness Month is recognized each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time. The theme for 2024 is: to help Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities prepare for future risks and disasters. Use this month to make a plan, build a kit, prepare for disasters and teach youth about preparedness. Visit ready.gov for tips on how to prepare for a disaster. |
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Inner Coastal Cleanup Day On Saturday, September 21, from 7:00 – 11:00 a.m., the City’s Public Works Department will be holding its 21st Annual Inner Coastal Cleanup event. The event will take place at the Brea Creek Channel, located at the lower level of the downtown parking structure at the end of Birch Street. This is a popular event that attracts hundreds of volunteers each year to help create a healthier watershed. Please join City of Brea representatives and volunteers by removing trash from Brea Creek and the adjacent slopes. Register Here. |
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Small Business Clinic The Community Development Department has partnered with the Orange County & Inland Empire Small Business Development Center to host a Small Business Clinic in Brea. The clinic will be held on Tuesday, October 8 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. in the Community Hall at the Brea Community Center. The Small Business Clinic will offer one-on-one consulting with business professionals. Business owners and entrepreneurs located in Brea can receive assistance and inquire about their immediate marketing, operations, or financial assessment needs. Appointments for this cost-free service will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. For additional information, please email business@cityofbrea.net. |
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Halloween Costume ExchangeExchanging costumes can be fun and rewarding! Go eco-friendly this year and recycle your previous costumes. Donations of gently worn costumes accepted at the Resource Center now through Friday, October 4. Join us the week of October 7 for our exchange boutique. Call the Resource Center at (714) 990-7150 for more details. |
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Flu Shot ClinicBrea Flu Shot Clinic is on Friday, September 20 from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. at the Brea Senior Center. This year’s Flu Shot Clinic is all about one thing: getting you protected from the flu! This clinic will be offering FLU SHOTS ONLY. No vendor booths or additional health screenings will be available. Every visitor will receive a FREE wellness gift bag and be entered for a chance to win a prize – all in one quick and convenient visit.
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Brea GalleryThe Brea Art Gallery is showcasing the current exhibit The Colored Pencil Society of America until September 15. The gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. The closing reception will take place on Sunday, September 15 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Stop by the Gallery to enjoy art and even purchase Brea Merch.
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Curtis TheatreThe Curtis Theatre has their new fall and winter shows schedule available now. Starting September 6, you can view the Step Right Up! A Ridiculous Trunkful of True Tales & Fake Magic. You will also be happy to see the return of some holiday favorites such as Christmas with The Alley Cats and It’s a Wonderful Life, A Live Radio Play. Visit the Curtis Theatre website to check out the new season. Curtis Theatre Current Season & Tickets |
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Candidates Forum 2024The Brea City Council Candidates Forum will be held on Thursday, September 16 at 5:30 p.m. in the Brea Civic & Cultural Center in the Council Chambers. Join us in person or watch it live on BREAtv, the BREAtv app or at cityofbrea.net/breatv. Moderated by the League of Women Voters. |
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