City of Signal Hill E-Newsletter | November 2021 |
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A young "Ghostbuster" receives a prize at the Halloween Carnival on October 30
at Signal Hill Park.
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Greetings! welcome to the November City E-Newsletter. If you are a Gmail user, please move this message to your 'Primary" tab to be sure you don't miss an update! We always welcome suggestions and feedback, please e-mail social@cityofsignalhill.org. |
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Upcoming Dates, Meetings and Events
Tuesday, November 23: City Council Meeting Canceled
Thursday, November 25 - Friday, November 26: Thanksgiving Holiday, City Hall Closed
Saturday, November 27: SHPD Holiday Toy Drive, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. @ Signal Hill Target
Wednesday, December 1: Tree Lighting Ceremony, 5:30 p.m. @ Library
Saturday, December 4: Holiday Sugar Cookie Decorating, 2:00 p.m. @ Library
Tuesday, December 7: Active Adults Holiday Luncheon BINGO, 2:00 p.m. @ Library Terrace
Tuesday, December 14: City Council Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 16: Mayor's Reception, 6:00 p.m. @ LB Fire Association Hall
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Support the SHPD Holiday Toy Drive, Saturday, November 27 |
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Please consider donating a toy at the SHPD Holiday Toy Drive and help a local child have a happy holiday season. Stop by Target on Saturday, November 27, and donate a new, unwrapped toy valued at $10 or more. Target is located at 950 E. 33rd Street. Signal Hill Police Department staff will be collecting donations outside the store from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. For more information, please contact SHPD Lieutenant Crigler at kcrigler@signalhillpd.org. Thanks to the Signal Hill Police Foundation for co-hosting the annual Toy Drive!
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Celebrate the Holidays at the Tree Lighting Ceremony, Wednesday, December 1 |
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The cities of Signal Hill and Long Beach cordially invite you to attend the Tree Lighting Ceremony, Wednesday, December 1, at the Signal Hill Public Library. Live entertainment begins at 5:30 p.m. and the tree is lit at 6:00 p.m. After the tree lighting, enjoy visits with Santa, activities, treats and more. For more information, please call 562-989-7330. |
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Shop Signal Hill This Holiday Season |
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Don't get caught up in the holiday rush and supply chain crunch; consider shopping local and shopping early this year. Signal Hill offers a variety of retailers that can help you fulfill your holiday needs. Shop in-store to avoid risking delays, back-orders, or cancellations of holiday orders! Check out our annual video, highlighting Signal Hill businesses you'll want to visit this season.
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Join Us at the Mayor's Reception, Thursday, December 16 |
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The public is cordially invited to attend the annual Mayor's Reception. Please help us welcome the new Mayor and thank and honor Edward H.J. Wilson, the outgoing Mayor, for his outstanding service to the community. The Mayor's Reception is Thursday, December 16, 6:00 p.m., at the Long Beach Fire Association Community Room, 2201 Cherry Avenue, Signal Hill. |
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COVID-19 Vaccine Information |
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New this month: children ages 5 -11 are now eligible for a special two-dose series of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Parents are encouraged to vaccinate their children to protect the whole family, especially this close to the holiday season. Please speak with your health care provider and/or make an appointment for your child at MyTurn.CA.gov.
Third/booster doses are also currently available for individuals who are 18 years and up, have been fully vaccinated and meet other criteria. Health experts are asking individuals who qualify to strongly consider getting a booster shot. Learn more about COVID-19 vaccines and boosters on our website.
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As of November 16, 2021:
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City of Signal Hill COVID-19 Cases To-Date: 1,495 (+ 2.8 % since October 16)
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L.A. County Cases To-Date: 1,513,016 (+ 2.4 % since October 16)
- State of California Cases as of November 16, 2021: 4,744,515
Signal Hill Residents (12 years and older) Vaccinated With At Least One Dose as of November 11, 2021: 8,042 (81.2%)
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City Welcomes Interim Signal Hill Police Chief Carl Charles |
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Please join us in welcoming the Signal Hill Police Department's Interim Chief, Carl Charles. Chief Charles comes to Signal Hill after a successful 28-year career in law enforcement with the City of Downey. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Corrections from California State University, Northridge and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Southern California. We are excited to have him on our team, and look forward to his leadership. Read the full press release here.
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Decorate Holiday Sugar Cookies at the Library |
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Learn how to decorate holiday sugar cookies on Saturday, December 4! Join us in the Library Community Room from 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. This is a free event for ages 16 and up! Please pre-register to reserve your space. Call 562-989-7323 or stop by the Library to sign up. Masks are required. |
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Active Adults Events at the Library |
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Adults ages 55 years and older are welcome to join our upcoming Active Adult activities:
- Tuesday, November 30: Holiday Wreath Craft, 10:00 a.m. at the Library Community Room
- Tuesday, December 14: Line Dancing, 10:00 a.m. at the Library Community Room
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Please contact the Community Services Department at 562-989-7330 for more information. |
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Active Adults Holiday Luncheon BINGO: December 7 |
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Join us for an Active Adults (55+) Holiday Luncheon BINGO on Tuesday, December 7 at the Signal Hill Public Library! Holiday attire is encouraged. BINGO begins at 11:00 a.m. and lunch will be served at 12:00 p.m.
RSVP is required for this free event. Please call 562-989-7330 to reserve your space.
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World AIDS Day: December's Commemorative Flag |
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This December, the City will commemorate World AIDS Day with a commemorative flag at City facilities. World AIDS Day, the first-ever global health day, is on December 1. It is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, to show support for people living with HIV, and to remember those who have died from an AIDS-related illness. The red ribbon is the universal symbol of awareness and support for people living with HIV.
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Water Rates are Changing January 1, 2022 |
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We'd like to remind residents that changes to Signal Hill water meter rates and water usage rates will take effect starting January 1, 2022. This rate change is per City Ordinance No. 2020-01-1512, passed on January 28, 2020. We encourage all residents to sign up for automatic bill payments for your convenience. To get started, please visit the City’s website: cityofsignalhill.org/waterbill. You may also call 562-989-7315 to reach the Water Department.
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2175 Cherry Avenue
Signal Hill, CA 90755
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Hours of Operation
Mon.-Thurs.: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Fridays: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Mayor:
Edward H.J. Wilson
Vice Mayor:
Keir Jones
Council Members:
Robert D. Copeland
Tina L. Hansen
Lori Y. Woods
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