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Rocket Man This astronaut’s journey began in Anaheim ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- On the Cover Astronaut Joe Acaba recalls his early childhood dreams of travelling to outer space as a young child in Anaheim. ©NASA Summer 2009 T Anaheim Features 10 Anaheim’s Bright Students Though the economy may be dim, these high schools are shining 12 From Anaheim to Orbit Learn about Anaheim’s first astronaut to travel to outer space. 15 The Sound of Music Orange County One of Anaheim’s hidden gems. Departments 2 City Scene Boysen Park celebrates its re-opening; Don’t miss the FREE Anaheim Health Fair; The Anaheim Mayor’s program continues to grow; Anaheim’s oldest school holds 120th anniversary celebration; Anaheim bids farewell to executive leader. 6 Newsmakers Anaheim’s newest author just happens to be in the sixth grade. 7 Building for the Future Find your next job at www.anaheimjobs.com; Anaheim awarded Siemen’s Sustainable Community Award; AC-NET holds first Clean Tech Business Plan Competition. 16 Calendar of Events 17 Business Connection The Disney Vacation Club comes to Anaheim; Anaheim business shows signs that business is good; A posh culinary hot spot celebrates 100 years in 2009; A new resource for Anaheim’s senior citizens. 20 Important Phone Numbers and Websites Mayor Curt Pringle Mayor Pro Tem Bob Hernandez Council Member Lorri Galloway Council Member Harry S. Sidhu, P.E. Council Member Lucille Kring City Manager David M. Morgan Managing Editor Martha Z. De Sollar Editor Erin Wahlen Contributors: Lauren Hertel, Ann Ora, Margie Otto, Ruth Ruiz, Erin Wahlen, Phil Yuhas Anaheim Magazine is published quarterly by the City of Anaheim. Address all correspondence to Anaheim Magazine, c/o Managing Editor, 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805. The City of Anaheim is a City Council/City Manager form of government. As such, the City Council makes policy decisions at City Council meetings, Tuesdays at 5 P.M. while the City Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the City. If you have any concerns regarding the City of Anaheim, simply dial 3-1-1 from any landline phone or (714)765-4311. Anaheim Anytime representatives are available 7:00 A.M.— 5:30 P.M. Monday through Friday. Recorded information is also available. About Anaheim: The City of Anaheim, founded in 1857, is one of the nation’s premier municipalities and is California’s 10th most populous city. Anaheim covers 50 square miles with more than 345,500 residents and more than 3,200 City employees. The municipal corporation’s annual budget is $1.4 billion. Anaheim supports a thriving business community with companies such as Carl Karcher Enterprises, Inc., L-3 Communications, Pacific Sunwear, and Disneyland Resort. Successful sports franchises call Anaheim home, including Angels Baseball, Anaheim Ducks, the 2008 Olympic Gold Medal winning U.S. Men’s National Volleyball Team, and the 2008 Olympic Silver Medal winning U.S. Women’s National Volleyball Team. Anaheim also boasts world-class meeting and entertainment venues with the Anaheim Convention Center, the largest on the west coast, Honda Center, The Grove of Anaheim, The Shops at Anaheim GardenWalk, and Angel Stadium of Anaheim. Annually, Anaheim welcomes millions of visitors to the city, truly making it where the world comes to live, work and play. For more information, please visit www.anaheim.net. 10 12 15 2 17 To contact the City of Anaheim 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, please visit the Anaheim Anytime link at www.anaheim.net. ---PAGE BREAK--- HE ARRAY OF NEW PLAY EQUIPMENT INCLUDES A SPACE SHUTTLE, A ROCKET SHIP, A LUNAR ROVER, A JET INTERCEPTOR AND A GEODESIC DOME. After a brief ribbon-cutting ceremony, approximately 90 third-grade students from nearby Roosevelt Elementary School were honored as the first to play on the state-of-the- art equipment. The group was selected for their past partic- ipation in “Kids for Parks,” a Community Services program which utilizes student volunteers for beautification projects throughout the City’s parks. The play area is designed for children of all ages and nicely complements the park’s iconic airplane. The historic Grum- man F9F-6P “Cougar,” now in its 50th year as an Anaheim landmark, was originally used by the United States Navy as a photoreconnaissance jet in the Korean War. The plane was donated to the City in 1959 and permanently placed in Boy- sen Park, affectionately known as “Airplane Park” ever since. The popularity of the recently added play equipment, how- ever, may inspire yet a new nickname: “Aerospace Park.” Boysen Park is located at 951 South State College Boulevard. T Boysen Park Adds Space Travel Theme to Play Area This past March, local schoolchildren helped Boysen Park celebrate the opening of its highly anticipated playground renovation 2 Anaheim T Summer 2009 New play equipment complements the Park’s Grumman F9F-6P “Cougar.” C I T Y S C E N E ---PAGE BREAK--- N JUNE 25, 2009, THE CITY OF ANAHEIM WILL BID FAREWELL TO LONGTIME EMPLOY- EE AND CITY MANAGER DAVID M. MORGAN. Morgan’s 35-year tenure with the City has been filled with significant growth, development, pride and success and will undoubtedly leave a mark in Anaheim’s history. Joining the City in 1974 as an Administrative Intern, Mor- gan has worked in many of the City’s 13 departments and has developed a great respect and understanding for the purpose and goals of each. Morgan’s previous City assignments include Budget and Audit, Information Services, Intergovernmental Relations, Golf/Stadium Field Operations and Human Re- sources. Prior to his current appointment, he served as Assist- ant City Manager from 1992 to 2001. More recently during his service as City Manager, Morgan has played a lead role in the renaissance of Anaheim and has piloted the City’s transition into the 21st Century. Working with a dynamic Mayor and City Council, he has overseen efforts for a new General Plan that provided for a revitalized historic Downtown area as well as development and renova- tion projects including additions to the Anaheim Resort Area, Anaheim GardenWalk, Mountain Park Specific Plan, Platinum Triangle Plan and the Anaheim Regional Trans- portation Intermodal Center. New community facilities, including the Haskett Branch and East Anaheim Branch Libraries, West Anaheim Police and Youth Center, East Anaheim Gymnasium and Youth Center and the Anaheim Family Justice Center, as well as the addition of new fire sta- tions, electrical substations and water reservoirs, were com- pleted under his guidance. During his tenure, he oversaw the complete renovation of the Anaheim Convention Center Arena and the acquisition of The Grove of Anaheim. He led the negotiations to restructure the management agreement at Honda Center, resulting in a $100 million reduction in debt on the building, as well as the local ownership of the Anaheim Ducks. He also oversaw the construction of a new clubhouse at the Anaheim Hills Golf Course and worked to help estab- lish the Tiger Woods Learning Center at the City-owned Dad Miller Golf Course. Morgan has worked diligently to help evolve Anaheim into a city that’s energized, and one that remembers where it came from, but is always moving forward and continuing to stay vibrant. An accomplishment he is proud of is his commitment to the formation of a strong and diversified community and business environment that promises longevity and vitality for the city. When asked if he has any disappointments during his tenure, Morgan simply stated “Fortunately, I have very few; however I would have liked to help bring an NBA team to Anaheim and that won’t happen for awhile yet. We always would like to do more, but I feel very good about the progress that has been made.” As Morgan transitions to retirement, he is confident the City is positioned for continued success, but offers one last bit of advice: “I would encourage future leadership to ensure that the zoning entitlements that have been set in place for future growth are developed with high quality standards for the benefit of future generations.” The City of Anaheim is forever thankful to Morgan for his contributions to its employees, residents, businesses and vis- itors and wishes him a busy and fulfilling retirement. T Respected Anaheim Leader Closes Exciting Chapter in City’s History 3 Summer 2009 T Anaheim C I T Y S C E N E ---PAGE BREAK--- HE CITY OF ANAHEIM CONTINUES ITS EFFORTS TO ENCOURAGE HEALTHY LIVING BY ONCE AGAIN JOINING WITH THE ANEKANT COMMUNITY CENTER AND GBS LINENS TO HOST A FREE HEALTH FAIR AT BROOKHURST COMMUNITY CENTER ON SUNDAY, JUNE 7, FROM 9 A.M.–4 P.M. Introduced by Anaheim Councilmember Harry Sidhu in 2007, the health fair will feature medical and surgical special- ists from various fields who will provide free consultations for children and adults. Additional services include: asthma and allergy screenings; blood pressure reading; bone density assessment; blood sugar, cholesterol and hemoglobin testing (eight hours of fasting required); dental consultation; elec- trocardiogram (EKG); eye exams; mammography and other women’s services; and physical exams. The Brookhurst Community Center is located at 2271 Crescent Avenue in Anaheim. Translators will be available to provide assistance for those in need. For general information regarding the Health Fair, please call (714) 765-5191. For medical related questions, please call (714) 506-6699 during daytime hours or (562) 244-9035 in the evening. T Don’t Miss Anaheim’s Third Annual Free Health Fair T. CATHERINE’S MILITARY ACADEMY CELEBRATED ITS 120TH ANNIVERSARY THIS PAST MARCH, MAKING IT THE OLDEST SCHOOL IN ANAHEIM. The celebrations were held at the school, located at 215 North Harbor Boulevard, where the more than 500 guests enjoyed a full day of activities. The day began with an anniver- sary mass, followed by a performance by the Alumni band. There was also an exciting Alumni vs Cadet Drill competition, where alumni from classes of the 1940s to the 2000s joined together to participate in this school tradition that has been around since the 1920s. The alumni emerged the victors, and showed they still knew how to march. The cake cutting cer- emony was another highlight, where the cake was cut by the Academy’s Cadet Regimental Commander sword; usually on display at the school. To end the day, the Anaheim Historical Society presented a bronze plaque to the school, declaring it to be historically significant to the history of Anaheim. St. Catherine’s was founded in 1889 by Sister Pia Backes. The school started with just eleven students; the majority of who lived onsite. Beginning as an academy for girls, the school was later transformed into an orphanage before it officially became a boys school with military tradition in 1925. The school now has around 140 male students that range from grades kindergarten to eighth grade. St. Catherine’s is the only K-8 boy’s military academy in the country. For more information visit www.stcatherinesmilitaryacad- emy.org. T Local School Celebrates Its 120th Anniversary 4 Anaheim T Summer 2009 C I T Y S C E N E ---PAGE BREAK--- INCE ITS INCEPTION BY ANAHEIM MAYOR CURT PRINGLE IN 2006, THE MAYOR’S PROGRAM HAS HELPED MORE THAN 167 ANAHEIM STUDENTS EXCEL IN THEIR HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGIATE STUDIES. The program was established to help local students achieve their academic goals by having access to their very own laptop and two years of complimentary internet service. All college- bound sophomores and juniors that either live in Anaheim, or attend a public or private school in Anaheim, are eligible. To apply for the program, students must complete an appli- cation and write an essay on an assigned topic that is then reviewed by a panel of judges. The applications are assessed based on need and strong academic promise. Alumni of the MTS program have gone on to do great things after receiving their laptops. Shawn Chen, a 2008 recip- ient and a junior at Oxford Academy, has said it is nice to always have access to a computer for researching and writing papers. With the convenience of having his own laptop, Chen was able to successfully apply for a scholarship that granted him $5,000 for four years that he will use toward college. Ava Nguyen, a 2006 recipient, attends California State University, Fullerton and continues to use her laptop. She has said that she brings her laptop with her everywhere, and it comes in handy when taking notes during lectures. Having access to a word processor and Excel documents has helped her to excel in school and be able to stay on top of her studies with ease. Having the laptop helped Grayson Alexander, a 2007 re- cipient, with many aspects of his school work. Alexander explains that the laptop helped raise his GPA a full point, which is a big part of why he was able to get into his cur- rent school, California State University, Fullerton. These Mayor’s alumni are proof that when provided the right tools, students are better able to achieve their aca- demic goals. Congratulations to this year’s winners who were honored in a ceremony hosted by Mayor Pringle in May. T Mayor’s Program Continues to Grow in 2009 5 Summer 2009 T Anaheim C I T Y S C E N E ANAHEIM HIGH SCHOOL > Neda Arora > Jonathan Carmona > Julio Cortes > Jesse Gutierrez > Bryan Ortiz CANYON HIGH SCHOOL > Jaclyn Kerr > Darius Ho > Carl Moos > Katherine Muller CORNELIA CONNELLY HIGH SCHOOL > Brooke Showalter CYPRESS HIGH SCHOOL > Julian Castiblanco > Emilie Samp ESPERANZA HIGH SCHOOL > Donna Oakland > David Nauta FAIRMONT PREPARATORY ACADEMY > Dhaval Patel GILBERT SOUTH/POLARIS HIGH SCHOOL > Melinda Gonzalez KATELLA HIGH SCHOOL > Rossini Batino > Sarai Urzua LOARA HIGH SCHOOL > Munier Abdo > Victor Barranco > Estefani Bautista > Angie Garcia > Alexandria Harris MAGNOLIA HIGH SCHOOL > Ionatan Cauneac > Carlos Leon > Johanna Prado > Geovanny Sanchez OXFORD ACADEMY > Hayden Higger > Alvina Hinh > Simon Huang > Katie Krebs > Mona Moucharrafie SAVANNA HIGH SCHOOL > Erika Adre > Moises Andrade > Steven Climer > Zaira Mora > Marcos Munoz SERVITE HIGH SCHOOL > Dylan Joss WESTERN HIGH SCHOOL > Anissa Garcia > Neekita Patel > Neha Patel 2 0 0 9 T E C H S C H O L A R W I N N E R S ---PAGE BREAK--- ENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY STU- DENT CELIA NAVEJAS WILL SOON BECOME A PUBLISHED AUTHOR. After being assigned to write about a pirate in class, Navejas became inspired to write a short story. Her story titled “Captain Parchito and the Lost Treasure” tells the story of a pirate looking for riches. The story is set to be published this summer by Red Ant Publishing. For every 500 books sold, Red Ant Publishing will put $100 in a scholarship fund in Celia’s name for library supplies. Navejas, along with Nelmy Perez, a fellow student who did the illustration, were honored in a celebration this past January. The celebration was held at Benjamin Franklin Elementary, and both girls received $150 for the rights to their work, which they hoped to use to start their college funds. In addition to the check presentation, Red Ant Pub- lishing held a book reading and signing of their current book, “The Quiet Lion.” For each book that was bought before the event, Red Ant Publishing donated $5 to the school’s library. Proceeds from the fundraiser will help to replace 500 books that were destroyed in a recent roof collapse. To learn more about Navejas’ book, visit www.redantpub- lishing.com. T Local Sixth Grader Becomes Published Author 6 Anaheim T Summer 2009 N E W S M A K E R S *Std msg charges apply A Community Connected A Community Notification System for Residents, Businesses and Visitors Get FREE *real-time safety alerts by text or e-mail. Receive up-to-the-minute information on fire warnings, potential fire evacuations, unscheduled road closures, public safety, power outages and more. Get Connected—Sign Up Today! Text “register” to 311ANA (311262)* or visit www.AnaheimAlert.net ---PAGE BREAK--- Summer 2009 T Anaheim 7 N E W S M A K E R S B U I L D I N G F O R T H E F U T U R E N RECOGNITION OF THE CITY’S SUSTAIN- ABILITY EFFORTS, THE CITY OF ANAHEIM WAS SELECTED AS THE 2009 SIEMENS SUS- TAINABLE COMMUNITY AWARD RECIPIENT FOR THE MIDSIZE COMMUNITY (50,000-500,000 RESIDENTS) CATEGORY. The City was evaluated on three categories: overarching sustainability, green sustainability and economic sustainabil- ity and emerged as one of five recipients to receive this honor. Receipt of this award is confirmation of Anaheim’s com- mitment to embrace new technologies and utilize approach- es and products that encourage partnerships with local businesses to preserve natural resources and offer incentives for residents to incorporate sustainability into their daily lives. To receive a copy of Anaheim’s sustain- able brochure, please call (714) 765-4157 or visit www.anaheim.net and click on Public Utilities. Additional information about Anaheim’s sustainable accomplish- ments and programs can also be found at www.anaheim.net. T Anaheim Recognized for Its Commitment to Sustainability In August of 2006, Anaheim’s City Council approved a Green Connection Resolution. The Resolution set forth goals for expansion of renewable energy resources in Anaheim’s electric utility power supply mix, expansion of alternative fuel vehicles in the City’s fleet, partnerships with developers to construct more Green rated buildings, broaden commu- nity outreach and education, and expand energy and water efficiency measures to residents and businesses throughout the community. L Concerned that fireworks in your area will result in a fire? Celebrate our nation’s Independence Day by attending one of the many spectacular public fireworks shows offered in our community. Remember, fireworks are dangerous and prohibited in the City of Anaheim. Please dial 3-1-1 this Fourth of July from 7P.M.–1A.M. to ensure we prevent wildfires. Reach City Hall with Your Questions or Request a Service ℡Dial 311 or 7147654311 B E S A F E T H I S F O U R T H O F J U L Y ! ---PAGE BREAK--- B U I L D I N G F O R T H E F U T U R E 8 Anaheim T Summer 2009 S UNEMPLOYMENT CONTINUES TO RISE, THE DEMAND FOR FINDING A NEW JOB IS GREATER NOW MORE THAN EVER FOR ADULTS AND YOUTH ALIKE. Anaheim Mayor Curt Pringle recognized this increase and introduced a new job-finding website, called AnaheimJobs, during his 2009 State of the City Address. Mayor Pringle reached out to many local businesses asking for their involve- ment and emphasized that the site would only work if busi- nesses and job seekers collaborated together to ensure the site’s success. The website, www.anaheimjobs.com, offers job seekers a centralized place to go when searching for a variety of jobs in Anaheim, as well as a place for employers to advertise open positions. In addition, the site provides other options such as job search engines, resource centers and unemployment in- surance information. An event calendar is also available that provides information on career fairs and career counseling opportunities. Infor- mation pertaining to the Workforce Investment Board and Anaheim Workforce Center is also available. To begin your job search, or learn more about this online tool, please visit www.anaheimjobs.com. T New Website Creates Easy Way for Anaheim Residents to Search for Jobs HE ANAHEIM CENTER FOR NEW ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES (AC-NET) HELD ITS INAUGURAL CLEAN TECH BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION THIS PAST APRIL. Drawing an impressive 44 business plan submissions, the judges were busy evaluating and reviewing the work of tal- ented entrepreneurs. Narrowing the field to five submissions, the teams present- ed their business plan on the campus of Cal State Fullerton in front of a panel of distinguished judges from the electric, water and venture capital industries. In the end, Hadronex, LLC, based out of Escondido, Calif., won the competition and earned $25,000 with their SmartCover® technology which assists municipalities in preventing sewage spills through its continuous real-time monitoring of critical locations. Placing second in the competition, and earning $10,000, was Enovative Group, Inc, a Venice, Calif. based company specializing in helping owners of residential and commercial buildings reduce their energy consumption. Taking third place and winning $5,000 was Ecogate, Inc., a company headquar- tered in North Hollywood, Calif. that focuses on designing, manufacturing and marketing proprietary control designed Industrial Ventilation Exhaust Systems into energy-efficient On-Demand systems. The Clean Tech Business Plan Competition was created to encourage entrepreneurs, researchers and start-ups to submit their creative ideas for new technologies that could be incor- porated in the clean energy and water fields. Some of these winning technologies will be tested by Anaheim Public Utilities’ water and electric facilities. For more information on the Clean Tech Business Plan Com- petition and AC-NET, please visit www.ACNET-anaheim.net. T A Promising Clean-Tech Future (L to Hadronex President David Drake, Public Utilities Manager Marcie Edwards, Vice President of Sales and Marketing of Hadronex Tim DeMarco, and Cal State Fullerton President Milton A. Gordon. ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Anaheim T Summer 2009 10 Shine Anaheim Schools ---PAGE BREAK--- 11 Summer 2009 T Anaheim juniors and seniors from Cornelia Connelly High School in Anaheim line the steps of the Lincoln Memorial to pose for a photo. Just a few hours earlier, amidst a crowd of almost 2 million people, Barack Obama was inaugurated as the 44th President of the United States. The Close-Up Foundation government studies pro- gram, which is offered through the school system, sponsored the trip to Washington, D.C. to help in the development of the students’ knowledge and appreciation of American Govern- ment. The trip also allowed for the students to be a part of history. So, with smiles shining and enthusiasm still lingering in the air from the day’s events, a snap shot was taken and memories engraved into these students lives forever. Western High School Here in Anaheim, students are also making their mark in history by excelling in their studies and passions. Orange County schools flourished when 31 public middle and high schools were named the state’s best, earning the honor of California Distinguished Schools. The award goes to just 10 percent of campuses statewide, with the selection of honorees based primarily on test scores. The state also requires that at least 40 percent of their enrollment come from low-income families. Western High School of Anaheim Union High School District was among those honored. Loara High School A dozen students and their instructors convened to com- pete in the 16th Annual Automotive Technology Competi- tion sponsored by the Orange County Automobile Dealers Association at Hyundai Motor America’s National Technical Training Center. The competition was designed to recognize students’ automotive expertise and to attract other talented individuals to an industry where skilled auto technicians are in short supply. Seniors Eric Argueta and Luis Loera from Loara High School in Anaheim won the competition, earn- ing them the opportunity to compete at the National Auto- motive Technology Competition in New York City this past April during the New York International Auto Show. Fairmont Private School Students from Fairmont Private School in Anaheim ad- vanced to the final round of the 2009 Toshiba/NSTA Explora- Vision, one of the largest national science competitions. The program honors students for their creative ideas for beneficial future technologies that could exist in 20 years. The Fairmont team was made up of fourth-grade students Tera Gilham, Justine Guzman and Victoria Nguyen. Their project was The Smart Cane, which uses GPS and Bluetooth technology to help the visually-impaired user avoid obstacles while navigating to desired locations. Of the 24 finalists, only eight advanced to the final competition. El Rancho Charter School The El Rancho Charter School (ERCS) Musical Theatre brought the experience of Arabian nights to Anaheim Hills with their performance of Disney’s “Aladdin, Jr.”. Memorable tunes such as “A Whole New World” was performed by the cast of seventh and eighth graders. In addition to performance skills, students gained a deeper appreciation for people from cultures other than their own as they portrayed diversity to the audience. ERCS Musical Theatre is an award-winning program that represented California in the Music Educators National Council National Anthem Project in Washington, D.C. Tri-School Theatre Another theater program, known as the Tri-School Theatre, was selected by the American High School Theatre Festival to represent the United States at the Edinburgh Fringe Festi- val this summer. This 20-year old, award winning theatre arts conservatory in Anaheim consists of almost 200 high school students from Cornelia Connelly, Rosary and Servite high schools. Select students from this program traveled abroad to the Fringe Festival, spending four days in London and 11 days at the arts festival in Edinburgh. In order to make this pro- duction and trip financially feasible, Tri-School Theatre host- ed several events and fundraisers. Fairmont Preparatory Academy Not only have Anaheim students excelled, but so have their teachers. Fairmont Preparatory Academy Master Teacher Sam Calavitta was one of 50 teachers, nationwide, to be awarded a 2009 Siemens Award for Advanced Placement for teachers. The award recognized Calavitta for his commitment to quality education and honored him as the embodiment of the best of American education. The award was given to one teacher in every state, with Calavitta being the 2009 California winner. As history is made around the world, Anaheim students and teachers will continue to shine taking snap shots of accomplishments and memorable moments along the way. T (OPPOSITE): Fairmont Preparatory Academy Master Teacher Sam Calavitta. (OPPOSITE TOP INSET, L to Fairmont Private Schools’ Mable Campus fourth graders students Victoria Nguyen, Justine Guzman and Tera Gilham and their science teacher Kathy Baham receive their regional Toshiba ExploraVision awards during the April 2nd campus awards ceremony. (OPPOSITE BOTTOM INSET): Cornelia Connelly High School students at the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, Washington, D.C. ONE BYONE, ---PAGE BREAK--- oe Acaba’s 13-day, 5.3-million mile journey to orbit began as a young boy in Anaheim, where he would sit with his father and grandfather look- ing through family photo albums. In addition to telling family stories and teaching young Acaba his family’s history, the two men would excitedly talk about and share video clips from the Apollo space missions. Little did anyone know, the seed to a dream was planted. Fast forward to 2009: The former Anaheim resident and Esperanza High School graduate fulfilled that dream as a member of the recent Shuttle Discovery STS-119 mission. “As a young kid I liked to read a lot of science fiction and that opened up just tons of possibilities and it kind of got me think- ing about maybe someday becoming an astronaut,” said Acaba. “Even though I wasn’t watching them [the Apollo missions] live as a child, I did feel like I actually was at that time and that really got me thinking about space.” And that “maybe someday becoming an astronaut” meant that one day he would travel at 17,500 mph, reach orbit in eight and a half minutes, dock eight days at the International Space Station, view 16 sunrises and 16 sunsets in one 24-hour 12 Anaheim T Summer 2009 F r o m A n a h eim J ---PAGE BREAK--- period and return to earth at a landing speed of 200 mph. Imagination, discovery and a sense of adventure are a part of Acaba’s natural of which he first noticed and en- joyed at a young age in his hometown. Playing and exploring through the orange trees in Anaheim, joining the U.S. Peace Corps and living in the Dominican Republic, and then man- aging the Caribbean Marine Research Center at Lee Stocking Island in the Bahamas, were just precursors to his greatest adventure yet to come. Acaba was a high school science teacher in Florida when he learned NASA was looking for a new class of astronauts, and was seeking out educators to include in the new class. He submitted his application and was later selected by NASA as a Mission Specialist in May 2004. In February 2006 he com- pleted Astronaut Candidate Training. Acaba could not have been more prepared or ready. “This is a great opportunity for me to maybe realize the dreams I had as a kid,” he said. Astronaut Candidate Training is an extreme process. The scientific and technical briefings are accompanied by intense instruction in Shuttle and International Space Station systems, physiological training, T-38 flight training and water and wilderness training. Between completion of training and 13 Summer 2009 T Anaheim to O r b it (ABOVE)Astronaut Joe Acaba, STS-119 mission specialist, participates in the mission’s third scheduled session of extravehicular activity (EVA) as construction and maintenance continue on the International Space Station. ©NASA ---PAGE BREAK--- the STS-119 mission launch, Acaba worked on the Hardware Integration Team in the Space Station Branch, working on technical issues with European Space Agency hardware. So what was it like to get the phone call saying he would be making his first space flight? “It was very cool to find out,” Acaba said. “It was kind of that same feeling that I got when I received the phone call asking me if I wanted to come and simply train to become an astro- naut–just something that’s almost unbelievable; the realiza- tion of a dream and just a very happy moment. It’s almost hard to describe the feeling, but I think a lot of people will appreciate it if they’ve worked hard towards a goal and once they’ve reached that goal they know what I’m talking about.” While on the STS-119 mission, Acaba, who served as Mis- sion Specialist I, was able to experience several jobs. He took two six and a half-hour space walks, was on the flight deck on both ascent and on entry and he worked on the shuttle’s robotic arm. When not on a space walk, he served as the per- son inside the shuttle going through procedures with the two astronauts outside the door. Also during the mission, Acaba helped to deliver the final pair of power-generating solar array wings and truss element to the International Space Station. The arrays provide the elec- tricity to fully power science experiments and support the station’s crew expansion. The 13-day mission featured a total of four spacewalks to help install the S6 truss segment to the starboard, or right side of the station, and the deployment of its solar arrays. The flight also replaced a failed unit for a sys- tem that converts urine to potable water. In addition, the mis- sion delivered the first Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency’s resident station crew member to the International Space Station, and brought back a U.S. astronaut after more than three months aboard the orbiting laboratory. Acaba was able to take his dream from the orange groves of Anaheim to the stars in outer space. And as with any dream, it came as a result of hard work and sacrifice. Not only his own sacrifices, but by those around him as well. When talking about his parents, who remain residents of Anaheim, Acaba recalls “how much my parents really sacrificed and put on the line for us to live in that [Anaheim] neighborhood. That really taught me a lot about working hard and the impor- tance of family values and I could see how much those char- acteristics meant to my parents which, of course, made me realize their importance.” Not only is the Acaba family proud, the City of Anaheim is truly proud of its very first astronaut. And at 12:14 P.M. PDT Saturday, March 28, the country–including the Anaheim community– celebrated the successful return of the Shuttle Discovery and the fulfillment of a lifelong dream that began here in Anaheim. T 14 Anaheim T Summer 2009 NASA astronauts Joe Acaba (bottom) and Richard Arnold (top), along with cosmonaut Yury Lonchakov, share a meal in the Zvezda Service Module of the International Space Station while Space Shuttle Discovery remains docked with the station. ©NASA (ABOVE)Joe Acaba works on the aft flight deck of Space Shuttle Discovery during flight day two activities. ©NASA (BELOW)Space Shuttle Discovery approaches landing at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, concluding the 13-day, 5.3-million mile journey of the STS-119 mission to the International Space Station. ©NASA ---PAGE BREAK--- 15 OC ©Michael Jimenez Summer 2009 T Anaheim Orange County he Orange County based in Anaheim, has been a fixture in the Anaheim community since its incep- tion on 1985. With performances at Servite High school, its growth and talented musicians has helped to make Anaheim home to one of the best in California. The Orange County currently includes three entities within its organization: the the Wind and the Youth The and Wind are conducted by music director Anthony Parnther. This is his first season with the organization and he’s already doing great things for the Orange County such as organization of the company’s new Wind last summer. The began as a 90-member orchestra and has grown to include more than 100 members; making it one of the largest in California. The musicians travel from all over Southern California to be a part of the ny; coming from as far south as La Jolla and as far east as Barstow. They perform about one concert per month, and have practices just once a week leading up to a performance. Each performance is themed to a certain era or genre of music. Their next performance is scheduled for May 31 at Servite High School, 1952 West La Palma Avenue, and is entitled “Russian Rebirth.” The Wind debuted with a performance this past March, where they presented music ranging from the 15th to the 21st centuries. This is one of few wind in the country, providing Anaheim residents and visitors the unique opportunity to experience this sought after talent. There are currently more than 75 musicians playing with the Wind Sym- phony, and many are also members of the They also hold practices once a week leading up to a performance. The next Wind performance will be on June 19 as part of the “Family Fridays” series, as well as on June 21 as part of the “Anaheim Music Festival.” Both performances will be at Pearson Park Amphitheater, located at 401 North Lemon Street in Anaheim. This organization also works hard to bring musical educa- tion to children at local Anaheim schools. One of their main goals is to expose children early to the world of music, and they often hold free concerts for local children to enjoy. To learn more about the Orange County re- view their concert calendar, or learn how to purchase tickets, please visit Season tickets are also available. T T ---PAGE BREAK--- Anaheim T Summer 2009 16 Upcoming events at Honda Center 2695 E. Katella Avenue (714) 704-2500 www.hondacenter.com 23 May L Fleetwood Mac 21 June L Yanni Voices 1-4 July L Barbershop Harmony Society Public events at Anaheim Convention Center & Arena 800 West Katella Avenue (714) 765-8950 www.anaheim.net 21 May The Orange County Career Fair 29-31 May Abilities Expo 2009 29-31 May Home and Garden Show featuring the Active Adult Senior Expo 13-14 June The New Mom Expo 19-22 June Southern California Volleyball Association Junior Boys Classic Volleyball Tournament Selected events at The Grove of Anaheim 2200 East Katella Avenue (714) 712-2700 www.thegroveofanaheim.com 26 May L The Prodigy 3 June Taking Back Sunday with special guests Anberlin & Envy on the Coast 17 July Glen Campbell 18 July Jimmy Fallon Upcoming shows at House of Blues Downtown Disney 1530 South Disneyland Drive (714) 778-BLUE www.hob.com 21 May L Fischerspooner 24 May Richard Cheese and Lounge Against the Machine 29 May Robin Trower L L C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S ---PAGE BREAK--- I ANAHEIM RESORT AREA I A Welcome Addition to the Resort Area L ater this year, the Disneyland Resort will celebrate the West Coast debut of its highly anticipated Disney Vacation Club at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. Disney Vacation Club has a membership of roughly 400,000 individ- ual members from approximately 100 countries. The location of the Club in Anaheim paired with the 200 hotel-room expansion at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, will not only attract additional visitors to the Anaheim Resort Area, but also offer local residents the opportunity to enjoy this great destination that’s just a short drive from their homes. In addition, local residents who are Disney Vacation Club members can also enjoy vacations and destinations that are a little farther away, such as Florida, various partner hotels throughout the country and Disney cruises. Founded in 1991, Disney Vacation Club was created to serve as a vacation-ownership program that helps families enjoy flexibility and savings on vacations for decades to come. The accommodations to be offered by Disney Vacation Club in Anaheim include two-bedroom equivalent vacation villas that will complement the California Arts and Crafts architec- ture of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. For more information on Disney Vacation Club, please visit www.disneyvacationclub.com. T Summer 2009 T Anaheim 17 B U S I N E S S C O N N E C T I O N The expansion of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will help attract visitors to Anaheim. H A N D L E V I R T U A L L Y A N Y C I T Y R E Q U E S T O N L I N E Access City Hall 24 hours a day, from the comfort of your home. Whether you want to ask a question or request a service from the City, or simply search for information on City services, Anaheim Anytime can help. Submit a Request 24 Hours a Day Online Via Anaheim Anytime www.anaheim.net Simple and Easy. G Visit www.anaheim.net and click on ANAHEIM ANYTIME. G Submit requests online for over 150 topics from street sweeping and graffiti to tree trimming. G Easy to reach FAQs on more than 400 topics. ---PAGE BREAK--- B U S I N E S S C O N N E C T I O N 18 Anaheim T Summer 2009 I RESTAURANTS I Anaheim White House Centennial Celebration T he building at 887 South Anaheim Boulevard is known by most as the place to go for fine Italian cuisine in Ana- heim and Orange County, but there’s more to this culinary hot spot than meets the eye. Built in 1909, and celebrating its 100-year anniversary, the Anaheim White House was con- structed as a family home among the then sprawling orange groves. Over the course of history, the home has acquired many interesting stories. From serving as a home for a doc- tor who delivered 3,500 babies, to undergoing renovations to become an antique store, to barely avoiding a demolition that would have made way for condominiums, the Anaheim White House has a great story to tell. Step inside the restau- rant today, and you’ll be dining where some of Hollywood’s finest celebrities have enjoyed the fare and ambiance offered by owner Bruno Serato. In honor of the building’s 100-year anniversary, Serato has planned a variety of promotions tailored to a centennial theme. For example, every 100 days of the year (April 10, July 19 and October 27, 2009), the first 100 guests making reservations will receive $100 gift certificates. Each Friday, the restaurant will prepare a four-course, prix fixe dinner for $100 per cou- ple ($50 per person). Moreover, those celebrating their 100th birthdays in 2009, along with a guest, will receive free lunch all year long (with proof of birth). In addition to the centennial celebration, Serato continues to give back to the Anaheim community. Among the organ- izations that he supports are the Boys and Girls Club of Anaheim and Caterina’s Girls Club; a charity Serato found- ed in honor of his mother to benefit underprivileged girls in Anaheim. Additionally, Serato hosts daily lunches for players and staff of the Anaheim-based USA Men’s and Women’s National Volleyball teams. Now, 100 years after the establishment was built, Anaheim White House maintains its reputation as a local favorite and a visitor’s premier choice. For more information on the Anaheim White House and its centennial specials, please visit www.anaheimwhitehouse.com. T The historic Anaheim White House Restaurant. ---PAGE BREAK--- I NEW BUSINESSES I New Senior Wellness Center Opens A naheim seniors will now have a new facility available to them for their health needs. This past January, the CareMore Care Center celebrated the grand opening of their newest center with more than 100 people in attendance, including City representatives and seniors citizens. The care center, located at 1182 North Euclid Street, was designed as a place for seniors to have a social aspect included in their health care; something that is not provided in normal doc- tors’ offices. The services include an emphasis in preventive health care, especially for those seniors who are at risk for chronic conditions. The Anaheim center also provides serv- ices such as podiatry, comprehensive medical evaluations, diabetic management and a high blood pressure clinic. During the grand opening, free health screenings were pro- vided for seniors and Dr. Bruce Hensel of KNBC was the key- note speaker for the event. Tours were also given of the facility. The center was developed for CareMore members, but any senior in the community can use the facilities and services available for social and health screenings. To learn more, visit www.caremore.com. T Summer 2009 T Anaheim 19 B U S I N E S S C O N N E C T I O N More than 100 people were on hand to celebrate the grand opening of CareMore’s newest center. ---PAGE BREAK--- Anaheim T Summer 2009 20 I M P O RTA N T T E L E P H O N E N U M B E R S & W E B S I T E S A L L N U M B E R S A R E 714 A R E A CO D E U N L E S S OT H E RW I S E N OT E D, A N D M U ST B E D I A L E D U S I N G T H E A R E A CO D E F I R ST Anaheim Municipal Government www.anaheim.net General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 or 765-4311 Administration Mayor/City Council Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5247 City Manager’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5162 City Management City Attorney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5169 City Clerk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5166 Community Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4300 Community Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5191 Convention, Sports & Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-8950 Finance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5195 Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4000 Human Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5111 Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5139 Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-1900 Public Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5137 Public Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5176 Treasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5117 Angel Stadium 2000 Gene Autry Way Angels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 940-2000 www.angelsbaseball.com Box Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 634-2000 Business Services and Economic Development Business Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5194 Chamber of Commerce, 201 E. Center Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 758-0222 www.anaheimchamber.org Economic Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4323 Community & Neighborhood Centers Brookhurst Community Center, 2271 W. Crescent Avenue . . . . 765-3373 West Anaheim Senior Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-3415 Downtown Community Center, 250 Center Street . . . . . . . . . . 765-4500 Senior Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4510 Youth Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4501 Youth Boxing Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4508 East Anaheim Community Center 8201 E. Santa Ana Canyon Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-3904 Manzanita Family Resource Center, 1260 Riviera Street . . . . . . 765-3776 Ponderosa Family Resource Center 2100 S. Haster Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 750-2826 Convention Center 800 W. Katella . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-8950 Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-8950 Ticket Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-8970 County of Orange www.oc.ca.gov Animal Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 935-6848 Birth Certificates, 630 N. Broadway, Santa Ana . . . . . . . . . . . . 834-3005 County Government Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 834-5400 Dog Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 935-7419 Health Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 834-7700 Marriage Licenses, 700 Civic Center Drive, Santa Ana . . . . . . 834-3005 Orange County Sheriff’s Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 647-7000 Disneyland 1313 S. Harbor Boulevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 781-4000 www.disneyland.com Education Anaheim City (Elementary) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 517-7500 www.acsd.k12.ca.us Anaheim Union High (7-12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 999-3511 www.auhsd.k12.ca.us Centralia (K-6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228-3100 Magnolia (K-6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 761-5533 North Orange County Community College District . . . . . . . . . .808-4500 www.nocccd.cc.ca.us Orange Unified (Anaheim Hills) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 628-4000 www.orangeusd.k12.ca.us Placentia Linda (K-12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 986-7000 Savanna (K-6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236-3800 Santiago Community College (Anaheim Hills) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 628-4900 Emergency Services Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 533-1305 Fire/Paramedic Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-1911 Police Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 24 Hr. Utility Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-3300 Employment www.anaheimjobs.com Anaheim Career Employment Center, 50 S. Anaheim Blvd.,#300 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4348 Anaheim Youth Employment Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 956-1182 Job Training Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4342 Graffiti Removal Anaheim 24-Hour Hot Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4311 Report In Progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 Caltrans Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (949) 936-3500 The Grove of Anaheim 2200 E. Katella Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 712-2700 Honda Center 2695 E. Katella Avenue Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 704-2400 www.hondacenter.com Anaheim Ducks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 704-2700 www.anaheimducks.com Housing Information Fair Housing Council Labor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 569-0823 Landlord-Tenant Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 569-0823 Homeless Shelters (Referral) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (888) 600-4357 Neighborhood Preservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4340 Library www.anaheim.net Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-1810 Main Library, 500 W. Broadway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-1880 Canyon Hills Branch, 400 Scout Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 974-7630 Euclid Branch, 1340 S. Euclid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-3625 Haskett Branch, 2650 W. Broadway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5075 Sunkist Branch, 901 S. Sunkist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-3576 Other Services Anaheim History Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-6453 Bookmobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-1738 Mother Colony House, 414 N. West Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-6453 Muzeo, 241 S. Anaheim Boulevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 956-8936 Parks, Recreation & Community Services AbilityFirst . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 821-7448 Administration, 200 S. Anaheim Boulevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5191 Anaheim Hills Golf Course, 6501 Nohl Ranch Road Golf Reservations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 998-3041 The Clubhouse at Anaheim Hills Banquet Reservations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 998-3041 Dad Miller Golf Course, 430 N. Gilbert Street Golf Reservations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-3481 Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 535-8770 Neighborhood Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4456 Oak Canyon Nature Center, 6700 E. Walnut Canyon Road . . . 998-8380 Recreation Classes & Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5228 Senior Citizens Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4510 Planning, Zoning and Building Building Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5153 Building Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4626 Code Enforcement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5158 Public Safety Fire Department Administration 201 S. Anaheim Boulevard, 3rd Floor Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4000 Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 Earthquake Preparedness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-6951 Paramedic Billing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4060 Police Department, Administration, 425 S. Harbor Boulevard Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-1900 Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 Gang Detail (Police) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-GANG Gang Detail (en Espanol) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-1410 Parking/Traffic Violations Traffic Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-1860 Payments (Impounds, Parking Citations, Court Dates) . . . 765-5178 Anaheim Police Department & Community Center (Anaheim Hills) 8901 E. Santa Ana Canyon Road Business & Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-3800 Records City Clerk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5166 State of California Department of Motor Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 777-0133 Utilities and Services Water and Electricity Anaheim Public Utilities, 201 S. Anaheim Boulevard www.anaheim.net Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5137 Advantage Services/Conservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4250 Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-3300 Emergency reporting of power outage, lines down or water main/hydrant leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-3300 Report Street Flooding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-6860 Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-3300 Deaf/Hearing Impaired (TDD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5125 Electrical Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-4956 Water Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5196 Cable TV Time Warner Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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(800) 427-2200 Streets, Traffic & Transportation Flooding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-6860 Street Lights, Repair (Utility Operations) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-3300 Street Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-6840 Street/Parkway Trees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-6920 Traffic Signal Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5202 OC Transportation Authority www.octa.net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 560-6282 Bus Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 636-7433 U.S. Government Postal Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 275-8777 Social Security, 300 S. Harbor Boulevard, #310 . . . . . . . . (800) 772-1213 Visitor & Convention Bureau www.anaheimoc.org . . . . . . . . . . . 765-8888 Voter Information City Clerk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-5166 County Registrar of Voters 1300 S. Grand Avenue, Santa Ana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 567-7600 Can’t Find What You’re Looking For? Simply Dial 3-1-1 ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- IF UNDELIVERABLE, DO NOT RETURN RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID ANAHEIM, CA PERMIT NO. 575 The City of Anaheim is grateful for the support of these local sponsors who have contributed to the success of the Men’s Team and eagerly await the arrival of the Women’s Team USA Men’s and Women’s National Volleyball Teams Photos courtesy of Henry DiRocco and Tom Kimmell * * * O F F I C I A L H O S T C I T Y * * *