Message From the City Manager |
Greetings City of Grover Beach,
What are you thankful for? This is a natural question as Thanksgiving is upon us and we get together with family, friends and loved ones. 2022 has been quite a year for all of us; we recovered from a global pandemic, navigated through an uncertain economy and experienced a particularly noteworthy and consequential election cycle. However, like every year, there is much to be thankful for and it’s important to find those rays of gratitude within us and express that to ourselves and others.
Here’s a list of some things I’m thankful for:
- A forward-looking, compassionate and thoughtful City Council representing our community and providing leadership. They are always looking for ways to make Grover Beach an even better place to live, work and play.
- Amazing residents and business owners who care deeply about one another in our down-to-earth, family-friendly beachfront community on the beautiful Central Coast.
- Dedicated, talented and kindhearted City employees who care about serving our community while advancing their careers as public servants.
- Wonderful city and county management colleagues who use their experience and expertise to serve their respective communities.
- Continued health and well-being, which has again been put to the test over this past year. I also have a deep appreciation for our healthcare system and all the doctors, nurses and other professionals who help heal us.
- Last but most importantly, my wonderful family including my wife Samantha, my kids Reid (14), Chloe (12) and Tyler (8), my parents, sister and my extended family both near and far.
As you enjoy this Thanksgiving holiday, I encourage you to ask yourself what you are thankful for. Thank you for being part of our community, and as always, let us know what your City government can do to help you at gbadmin@groverbeach.org or (805) 473-4550. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and we look forward to seeing you at our upcoming holiday events in December!
Sincerely,
Matthew Bronson
City Manager
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Thanksgiving Thankfulness Recap |
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There is so much to be grateful for in Grover Beach. Throughout November, residents shared what they are thankful for with the Grover Beach Parks and Recreation Department. Ashley, Marsha and Tina shared the most heartwarming answers and were selected as the winners on November 18. Ashley received a turkey dinner from Vons, Marsha received a pineapple upside-down cake from Spoon Trade and Tina received an apple pie from Vons.
Thank you to everyone who participated and shared their gratitude! We wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving.
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Grover Beach Expresses Gratitude for Local Businesses |
As we reflect on this past year, the City of Grover Beach has a lot to be thankful for, especially its thriving local business community. The entrepreneurial spirit and resilience of the Grover Beach community is on full display as new and existing innovative ventures continue to prosper. In addition to so many existing businesses’ milestones, Grover Beach has welcomed 18 new businesses to the community in 2022.
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Get in the Holiday Spirit with the City of Grover Beach! |
‘Tis the season of celebrating the holidays with the City of Grover Beach! The Parks and Recreation Department is hard at work creating a magical selection of events to ensure that this holiday season is filled with joy, thankfulness and community connection. Join us for the upcoming South County Holiday Parade & Santa’s Workshop and the Holiday of Lights Decorating Contest
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Randy Gonzalez, Community Services Technician |
Randy Gonzalez is a Community Services Technician for the Grover Beach Police Department. He was born and raised in Santa Maria where he completed his associate's degree in Administration of Justice at Allan Hancock College. Prior to working for the City of Grover Beach, Randy was a server at a restaurant in Santa Maria for about four years.
In his free time, Randy enjoys collecting old US currency, playing basketball and soccer, going to the gym and spending quality time with his family. He also loves to explore different parts of the world with his girlfriend, Karina.
Randy is especially talented as a drone operator and is one of the three original members of the Grover Beach Police Department drone team.
“I enjoy coming to work every day because of the people I work with. Every day is different and exciting,” says Randy. “I like being part of the City of Grover Beach and having the support I need to be successful in my job.”
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Upcoming Meetings & Events |
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City Hall Schedule
Thanksgiving Holiday - City Hall Closed
November 24-25, 2022
December 5 @ 6 p.m.
December 6 @ 6 p.m.
December 12 @ 6 p.m.
December 15 @ 6 p.m.
Winter Holiday - City Hall Closed
December 23-30, 2022
January 3 @ 6 p.m.
January 9 @ 6 p.m.
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Join Us for Holiday Events! |
The Grover Beach Parks and Recreation Department invites the entire Grover Beach community to celebrate the holidays at these events:
Join us for the 55th Annual South County Holiday Parade & Santa’s Workshop on Saturday, December 3 at 10 AM. The parade begins on West Grand Ave and ends at Ramona Garden Park, which will be turned into a magical winter wonderland with five tons of snow! Don't miss the crafts, homemade food, live music, hot cocoa, snow, and the tree-lighting ceremony at sunset.
The Holiday of Lights Decorating Contest ends on December 8, so get out your holiday decorations as soon as possible! Members of the community can nominate themselves, their neighbors and their favorite local businesses to win bragging rights.
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Frequently Asked Questions |
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When will the newly elected City Council Members be seated? |
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In the November 8 election, Grover Beach residents voted to elect the Council Members for Districts 1 and 2 as well as the new Grover Beach Mayor. The votes are still being counted by the County of San Luis Obispo (SLO), and the final winners will be announced after the 30-day official canvass period ending on December 8. The SLO County November 8 Election webpage contains unofficial election results that are updated as votes are counted.
The newly elected Council will be seated at the December 12 Council Meeting at 6 p.m. Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting in the City Hall Council Chambers at 154 S. 8th Street or on slo-span.org to meet the new Council Members. In January, the Council will discuss goals for the upcoming year, so keep an eye on the Grover Beach social media pages for updates on Council priorities in the new year!
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Staying Safe this Holiday Season |
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Holiday Decoration Safety Tips
The holiday season is upon us, and many Grover Beach community members will be participating in the annual Holiday of Lights Decorating Contest. While we can't wait to see your festive decorations, the City of Grover Beach encourages residents to keep these safety tips in mind:
- Fasten lights securely to your home or trees via hooks or nails that are insulated to avoid an electrocution or fire hazard
- Never use electric lights on metallic trees
- Check all holiday light cords to ensure they aren’t frayed or broken
- Be careful when climbing on a ladder. Make sure to have good, stable placement, wear shoes that allow for good traction and always have a partner close by
- Make sure live trees are fresh and prevent them from drying out
- Don’t string more than three strands of lights together per extension cord
- Turn off all holiday lights and decorations when going to bed or leaving the house
- Don’t light fireplaces with hanging stockings or other decorations on the mantel
- Look for the fire-resistant label when buying an artificial tree and keep it away from fireplaces, radiators and other sources of heat
- Remember to blow out your candles
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Work with us! City Employment Opportunities Include: |
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City of Grover Beach
154 S 8th Street
Grover Beach, CA 93433
(805) 473-4550
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