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A Message from the City Manager |
Dear Community Member,
April is here and this month has already brought great news to Yorba Linda. Because of Orange County’s rapid improvement in reducing COVID-19 cases, and early success in administering over 1.7 million vaccine doses, OC is now in the Orange Tier of the State’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy. While this welcome improvement allows for increased indoor capacity and the reopening of many businesses and activities, the even better news is that the California Department of Public Health has announced that California will fully reopen the economy and exit the Blueprint, and all the associated color-tier guidance, on June 15 (more details in the article below). While mask-wearing will still be required during some activities after June 15, the day we have been hoping for is now on the calendar; the end is in sight.
One way residents can help our community and State reopen is by continuing to practice health measures like washing hands, staying home when sick, and prioritizing healthy and hygienic practices. Additionally, vaccines are available and help the County and State reach important milestones that signal the safe conclusion of the public health crisis.
With this summer in mind, City staff are working hard to prepare our facilities to fully reopen and for a bounty of in-person recreation programs, activities, and events. The Library, which is now open at full indoor capacity, is also preparing a slate of in-person programs. The health and safety of Yorba Linda has always been our top priority, and as soon as State guidance allows, the City is prepared to engage the Yorba Linda community with the exceptional in-person enrichment opportunities that we all love and miss.
Best Regards,
Mark Pulone
City Manager
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City Council Meeting Recap |
The City Council Meeting Recap for the April 6, 2021 City Council Meeting is now available online. These recaps are intended to summarize the City Council's actions and are not intended to function as a replacement for official meeting minutes. City Council Meeting agendas and minutes, as well as recaps from previous meetings, are always available on the Agendas and Minutes page of the City website.
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California Targets June 15 For Full Reopening |
On April 6, the California Department of Public Health announced that the State will soon exit the Blueprint for a Safer Economy and fully reopen the economy. On June 15, all industries across California can return to usual operations. However, the State will only progress to this stage if everyone continues to stay vigilant. The State will monitor hospitalization rates, vaccine access, and vaccine efficacy against variants with the option to revisit the June 15 date if needed.
When California reopens the economy, the State will move beyond the Blueprint for a Safer Economy. Standard health measures such as masking will remain across the State. Testing or vaccination verification requirements may remain in relevant settings. For more information about this announcement, visit the City's website or view the CDPH's Press Release.
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Register Now For a Vaccination Appointment |
Individuals age 50 and over, regardless of occupation, are now eligible to make a COVID-19 vaccination appointment with any provider in California, and all individuals age 16 and over will be eligible to make an appointment starting April 15. People within these new eligibility groups are encouraged to register now at Othena.com to get vaccinated at a County Super POD Site. After registering, people will be placed into the "virtual waiting room" with other individuals who are already eligible within the State’s guidelines (Phases 1A and 1B, people over 65, and people 16-64 with underlying medical conditions), and will receive an appointment invitation when it is their turn. Appointments are dependent on vaccine supply, so please be patient.
The County Super PODs are not the only options for COVID vaccinations in Orange County. Many major healthcare providers, clinics, and pharmacies are also vaccinating eligible people with appointments. To sign up for a vaccination appointment from a County site or another provider, please visit the City's COVID vaccination page. Additionally, residents can visit Orange County's website at covidvaccinefacts.com.
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Yorba Linda Recognizes Local Businesses |
At the April 6 City Council Meeting, the City resumed the recognition of local Businesses, a practice that had been paused during the pandemic. To catch up, the City recognized the following Businesses of the Month, Year, and Quarter: |
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January 2020
Transportation Corridor Agencies
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February 2020
Yorba Linda Water District
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March 2020
For Families of Active Military
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April 2020
St. Jude Medical Center
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May 2020
Placentia Linda Hospital
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July 2020
National Ataxia Foundation
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September 2020
Eureka Pizza
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October 2020
Monarch 9 Café
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November 2020
Inspirations Gift & Home
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Business of the Year 2020
Eureka Pizza
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January 2021
Wild Birds Unlimited
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February 2021
Terra Wood Fired Kitchen
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Business of the First Quarter, 2020
Heritage Oak Private School
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Business of the First Quarter, 2021
Orange County Credit Union
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Walk-ins Now Welcome at the Library |
April 4-11 is National Library Week, and there has never been a better time to visit the new Yorba Linda Public Library. Current Library services include the opportunity to browse materials, use the self-service computers, and pick up any holds. Because the State's Orange Tier guidance does not limit indoor capacity of libraries, reservations are no longer required for visitors.
Additionally, the Library offers various events, including a poetry contest for all ages in celebration of National Poetry Month, weekly virtual STEAM story-times, and a teen financial workshop. For more information on upcoming library services and events, please visit the Yorba Linda Public Library’s website at ylpl.org/.
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There's Still Time to Sign up for Spring Recreation Experiences and Sports |
Spring has arrived and so have the City's popular recreation classes and activities. View the online version of The Guide: Spring 2021 Edition for a full listing of classes and activities, then register online at YLRecOnline.com. New and exciting opportunities are now available, including:
- Adult recreation softball and soccer leagues;
- Family ART Experience and Parent Toddler Art Time at the Cultural Arts Center; and
- Movies in the Park, beginning May 15 at Eastside Park.
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City Issues Annual Weed Abatement Notices |
Last year's Blue Ridge Fire was an important reminder of why fire safety must be taken seriously. The City's annual weed abatement program exists to keep the City fire-safe by ensuring that yards and larger land parcels are cleared of combustible weeds and debris. It's that time of year again for residents to begin their weed abatement.
To comply with California Government Code, and the City's Municipal Code, the City issued notices earlier this week to homeowners with potential fire hazard conditions based on vegetation or rubbish on the property. Those who receive a notice must make sure their property is clear of all combustible vegetation, including dead leaves, weeds, brush, and tree limbs, as well as excess trash, wood, and other combustibles by June 15, 2021. The Orange County Fire Authority also assesses properties for fire risk and issues notices on an as-needed basis.
Please keep in mind that weed abatement season is year-round in Southern California. It is the property owner’s responsibility to ensure that their property is maintained in a “fire-safe” condition to protect themselves and their neighbors. For additional information about the weed abatement program, please contact the Community Preservation Division at 714-961-7138. To view a sample of the City's 2021 Weed Abatement Notice, please visit the City's website.
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City to Host Coyote Awareness Meeting |
The City will be hosting an online community meeting for an informational Coyote Awareness presentation by Orange County Animal Care on Wednesday, April 14, at 6 p.m. via a Zoom conference video call. The online meeting will provide an opportunity for residents to learn about coyote behavior, deterrents, and ways to decrease negative encounters. The presentation will last for 30 minutes and will be followed by a Question and Answer session.
Coyote Awareness Presentation
Wednesday, April 14, 6:00 p.m.
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Order a Flag or Banner to Honor a Veteran |
The City has launched the Veteran Recognition Program to honor veterans living in Yorba Linda. Residents may purchase a flag or banner that states “A Yorba Linda Veteran Lives Here” and features the logo of the military branch in which the veteran served. The banner or flag can be attached to eaves, patio covers, overhangs, and flag poles. Act soon, the final day to place an order is April 23. For more information and ordering instructions, visit the City's website.
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In-N-Out Burger Project Underway |
Grading is underway at the site of In-N-Out Burger's upcoming Yorba Linda restaurant. The project is fully approved and the builders have been issued all the necessary permits required to begin full construction. While many patrons have experienced In-N-Out Burger's iconic and ubiquitous locations, the company is bringing a fresh restaurant design to Yorba Linda that includes a large covered outdoor dining patio and a drive-thru lane with a significantly expanded capacity to reduce traffic impacts on Imperial Boulevard and the surrounding streets. In fact, the lane is designed to fit 30 vehicles at a time, which even surpasses the projected queuing need identified in a traffic impact analysis prepared by an independent consulting group. In-N-Out anticipates to open the restaurant later this fall, and has even begun recruiting staff for the Yorba Linda location.
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Popular Taco Tuesday Returns to Derricks Grille |
With Orange County now in the Orange Tier and restaurants safely expanding their indoor capacity to 50%, the popular Taco Tuesday events have returned to Derrick's Grille at Black Gold Golf Club. The Taco Tuesday menu is available from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. every Tuesday. Whether sitting inside their beautiful clubhouse or outdoors on the patio overlooking the picturesque 18th green, this idyllic setting is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat.
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Clyde's Hot Chicken Ready to Break Ground |
Clyde’s Hot Chicken is preparing to break ground on their new flagship restaurant as early as next week. After grading the project site, construction of the restaurant building will begin once their building permit has been issued. This Nashville-style hot chicken restaurant will offer high-quality Southern-influenced cuisine in a fast-casual dining environment. The restaurant will feature a 4,824 square foot building with a drive-through, indoor and patio dining, and an exciting rooftop patio. Clyde's Hot Chicken is targeting an early Summer 2022 opening. |
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Save the Date: Love Yorba Linda Returns! |
Save the date: Love Yorba Linda is coming back! This exciting day of community-wide service returns on Saturday, May 22. Volunteers will be able to make a difference in their community by participating in various beautification projects around town. The City invites everyone to show their community pride by making this the biggest year yet. Project details and more information will be coming soon at loveyorbalinda.org.
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City Seeking Seniors' Input on Housing Needs |
The City is updating the Yorba Linda General Plan's Housing Element for the 2021-2029 period. The Housing Element establishes policies and programs to address Yorba Linda’s existing and projected housing needs for all economic segments of the community. As part of this effort, the City would like input from its senior citizens on their housing needs and access to housing programs. Seniors' input is important and will help the City appropriately plan for senior citizens' needs now and into the future. |
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OC Loop Segment H Construction Begins |
The County of Orange has begun constructing a new Class IV Bikeway along Fairlynn Boulevard, Esperanza Road, Fairmont Connector, and Fairmont Boulevard in cooperation with the Cities of Yorba Linda and Anaheim. The Class IV Bikeway will feature a protected two-directional bike lane separated by a physical median barrier. Other Improvements of this project include a raised hardscape-median along Esperanza Road, sidewalk additions, ADA curb ramps, traffic signal modifications, and more. This multi-jurisdictional project will provide a continuous path from the Santa Ana River trail to the El Cajon Trail for bicyclists, pedestrians, and equestrians. For more information about the OC Loop - Segment H project, view OCTA's informational flyer.
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OCFA Launches New Fire Cadet Program in Yorba Linda |
The Orange County Fire Authority is launching a new community-based Fire Cadet Program in Yorba Linda that gives youth practical insight into the fire protection profession by engaging in activities centered on emergency services. Fire Cadets are given learning opportunities meant to enhance their life skills, citizenship, character development, and leadership, encouraging them to develop into productive adults.
The Fire Cadet Program is open to females and males age 14 to 21, and involves many hands-on and team-oriented learning activities. Those who are physically fit, possess a positive attitude and a good work ethic will enjoy and excel in this program. Prospective cadets will attend a ten-week Fire Cadet Training Academy, hosted one night a week at Station 32 in Yorba Linda. After completing training and passing a basic test, Cadets will be able to ride along on fire engines and trucks. Complete the interest form on OCFA's Fire Cadet Program website to learn more.
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Prevent Drownings by Learning the ABCs of Water Safety |
With warmer weather in the forecast, pools across Yorba Linda will soon be filled with people of all ages enjoying a cool break from the heat. As swimming activity increases, the City of Yorba Linda and Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) want to keep you and your families safe. Did you know that drowning is silent and can occur in as little as two inches of water and as quickly as 20 seconds? Although 100% preventable, drowning is the leading cause of death among children ages five and under, and the second leading cause among children under fourteen. The most common reason children drown is a lapse in active adult supervision. Parents and caretakers are urged to remain vigilant when children are near water and encouraged to review and share the ABCs of Water Safety :
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A is for Active Adult Supervision
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B is for Barriers
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C is for Classes
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Spring Cleaning & Greening: How to Safely Dispose of Hazardous Household Waste |
It’s that time of year again to clean out old items from closets, sheds, and garages. In your spring cleaning, you’ll likely come across household hazardous waste items – like old paints, cleaners, oil, batteries, and pesticides – and you may not be sure how to properly dispose of them.
Hazardous household waste is defined as leftover household products that contain corrosive, toxic, ignitable, or reactive ingredients. These items require special care when being disposed of, so resist the inclination to leave them on the curb with the rest of your trash, and please do not pour such liquid products down the drain! When improperly dumped, these products can eventually enter the storm drain, which leads them to flow untreated into our creeks, rivers, bays, beaches, and ocean!
Free hazardous household waste disposal is available through OC Waste and Recycling. The nearest location is at 1071 N. Blue Gum Street, Anaheim, CA, 92806. For more information, including locations, hours, and a list of accepted items, visit their website.
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Weekly Flag Raising Ceremony at the Veterans Memorial |
The Yorba Linda Veterans Memorial Association invites residents to honor and celebrate local veterans by attending a Flag Raising Ceremony held every Thursday at 4:15 p.m. at the Veteran's Memorial site (4766 Valley View Avenue, Yorba Linda). Please visit the Yorba Linda Veterans Memorial website for more information and details for other events hosted by the Veterans Memorial Association.
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Tuesday, April 20, 2021
6:30 p.m.
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Tuesday, May 4, 2021
6:30 p.m.
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Saturday, May 15, 2021
Eastside Park
*Preregistration required
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Tuesday, May 18, 2021
6:30 p.m.
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Saturday, May 22, 2021
Various community service project sites across the city.
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Monday, May 31, 2021
*All City facilities are closed
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4845 Casa Loma Avenue
Yorba Linda, CA 92886
714-961-7100
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