Huntington Beach News

Huntington Beach Beaches:

I'd like to start this Newsletter wishing the following people a Very Happy Birthday. They are: Huntington Beach Surf Legend Chuy Madrigal, Shefmire Sport Horses in Costa Mesa, Newport Beach Video Editing Specialist Michael Brennan, STAR REAL ESTATE HARBOUR HOMES Realtor Chery Coleman and Huntington Beach Marketing Pro Keeli Lisack.

Huntington Beach Police Chief Ken Small's Administative Assistant Karin Reed asked me to mention these Items:

Police WWII hand grenade located in Huntington Beach.
On August 17, 2012, at about 11:48 AM, a resident in the 6900 block of Canterbury Drive was doing yard work and located a suspicious object in the soil. The object ended up being a WWII era ...Japanese hand grenade. Huntington Beach police officers responded and the grenade appeared to be weathered, but still live. The police officers evacuated the area and requested the Orange County Sheriff Department Bomb Squad. The deputies on the bomb squad x-rayed the device and determined it was still a live device. They detonated it in place. The yard was searched for additional devices but none were located. How the device got there is unknown. The residents who were evacuated have all returned home.

Coyote and other wildlife information

Many residents in Huntington Beach and all of Orange County experience occasional visits from local wildlife, especially those that reside in newly developed neighborhoods or areas next to protected parks and wilderness trails. During spring time, these visits may become more frequent as this is the breeding season for many wild animals. While some residents understand that wildlife is being pushed from their natural habitat and take pleasure in these visits, many consider them a nuisance because of late night forages in trash cans, messes left behind and the occasional "setting up camp" in or around one's property. Small pets can easily become coyote prey. Cats and small dogs should not be allowed outside alone, even in a fenced yard. It is highly recommended that their owner always accompany small pets. Though coyotes generally hunt between sunset and sunrise, they can be observed at all hours of the day and will not pass up the opportunity for an easy meal. A dog or cat left in a backyard can be taken in a matter of moments. Eradication and/or relocation of the urban coyote is not effective. These programs actually provide a vacuum in nature, causing these animals to have even larger litters, ultimately increasing the coyote population. The City of Huntington Beach contracts with OC Animal Care for animal services. OC Animal Care receives many calls about wildlife from residents throughout the year. In an effort to alleviate their concerns, we have some helpful tips to discourage wildlife activity in their neighborhoods.
Keep pet food indoors and do not leave food of any kind outside at night. Food left out at night will be taken as a welcome invitation by wildlife, and may prompt a future visit.
Keep cats and small dogs indoors or in the close presence of an adult.
Remove any fruit which has fallen to the ground.
Store trash in covered, heavy-duty containers.
Keep yards free from potential shelter such as thick brush and weeds, and enclose the bottoms of porches and decks.
Eliminate garbage, debris, lumber piles, etc.
Check fencing and try to eliminate access points to roof tops.
Change automatic sprinkler settings regularly.
Taking these preventive measures should help in deterring wildlife from visiting your property. Please remember that if the three (3) life sustaining elements are available (food, water and shelter), you are likely to encounter some wildlife in your area. OC Animal Care will respond to situations regarding any wildlife that is sick, injured, dead, or has had physical contact with a human or domestic animal. For more information on the laws pertaining to urban wildlife and their protection visit the Department of Fish and Game's website at www.dfg.ca.gov. More specific information on coyotes are available at:
Preventing Coyote Conflicts
Coyote Hazing Guidelines
http://www.dfg.ca.gov/LivingWithWildlife/
http://egov.ocgov.com/vgnfiles/ocgov/OC%20Animal%20Care/Docs/regulatory/coyotes.pdf
The contact information for OC Animal Care is:
Hours of Business:
8:00am-5:00pm daily
(714) 935-6848 or (949) 249-5160
5:00pm-8:00am nightly
(714) 935-7158
The Huntington Beach Public Works Department Construction Manager Eric Charlonne says:
Construction Contracts Awarded
At the August 20, 2012, meeting of the City Council a number of major construction contracts were presented for approval:

Springdale Water Main Corrosion Control and Rehabilitation and Arterial Street Rehabilitation – This contract was awarded to CCL Contracting, Inc. The limits of this project are from Warner Avenue north to the City limit and will include the segments of pavement grinding and overlay, slurry seal and crack sealing and the installation of cathodic protection and appurtenances on the 36-inch diameter water transmission main. The cost is $6,465,000.

Golden View School - Safe Routes to Schools – A contract in the amount of $141,141 was awarded to PTM General Engineering, Inc. and will include installation of left turn arrows, striping and signage.

Sunset Beach Water Main Replacement – A contract in the amount of $1,295,430 was awarded to Kana Pipeline, Inc. The project will replace older substandard pipeline and facilities in 15 alleys.

Reconstruct Algonquin Sewer Lift Station- A contract in the amount of $2,190,510 was awarded to Metro Builders and Engineers. The project will involve the replacement of a sewer lift station originally constructed in 1964.

2011-12 ADA Curb Ramp Project – A contract in the amount of $63,000 was awarded to GM Sager Construction and will involve the installation of 35 ADA compliant curb ramps located throughout the City.

If you have any questions please call: (714) 536-5430.

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If you have any questions please call Moe Memon at: (714) 536-0784.
Tune into KTLA Channel 5 This Saturday from 6AM to 7AM and Sunday from 6AM to 9AM to watch Chris Burrous, Wendy Burch and Liberte Chan. They have the best news show in Southern California.
Here are some Events of Interest:

Saturday:

It's already been a Year since the Best Weekly Event in Huntington Beach Started. Come and support The Peters Landing Local Harvest Certified Farmers Market at: 16400 Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach. There is free parking and it is easy to shop. Enjoy more than 50 Vendors Including the very best Fruits and Vegetables, Good Arts and Crafts, a Petting Zoo and Pony Rides. There also is free Wi-Fi at The Venue. You'll be entertained as well. This is on from 9AM to 2PM. If you have any questions call Lee Ostendorf at: and she'll be glad to answer them. You can also look at: http://www.localharvestfarmersmarkets.com

Fiore Boutique presents a Stella and Dot Trunk show benefiting the PetCo cat adoption services.
Food and Refreshments are being seved at The Event from 11AM to 6PM.
Located at: 5911 Warner Avenue In Huntington Beach.
If you have any questions please call Dana Weaver at: (714) 846-3330.

Sunday:

CALIFORNIA'S ONLY ELVIS FESTIVAL READY TO SHAKE, RATTLE AND ROLL
FOR THE 13TH YEAR IN A ROW
AUGUST 26, 2012 AT THE O.C. MARKET PLACE
magic cards come up all "kings" with a full day tribute held from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Themed The Magic of Elvis, the Festival will feature three stages of Elvis Tribute Artists, ranging in ages 18 to 60. Commemorating the 35th anniversary of the passing of Elvis Presley, which was August 16, 1977, this all-day event features music performances, contests and activities, honoring, The King.” Performances include Kirk Wall the Festival host since its inception, performing Bluegrass versions of Elvis hits while playing the fiddle as well as a Blue Hawaii medley accompanied by the Halau Hula Lani Ola Dancers. Martin Anthony, KaraokeFest's 2011 Crème de la King winner, will be singing 50's Elvis hits and featuring dancers from Watson Dance Studio of Placentia; Steven Williamson, tribute artist and Magic Castle magician is performing magic and Elvis; Danny Jacobson morphs into Elvis doing music impersonations of stars and Hollywood legends; Dave Hoover is Vegas' own tribute Elvis and Lil Joe Banuelos is mixing Beatles with Elvis.
the tall and short of it: Standing 9' 6” tall trying to reach Elvis in the heavens will be stilt walking Elvis and Priscilla. While 4'3” performer Mighty” Mike Murga aka Mini Elvis may have toured with Motley Crue and Pop Princess” Britney Spears, but it's performing as The King of Rock-n-Roll” that makes him stand tall and proud. This TV, Film and Commercial actor; ordained Minister, Ventriloquist, renown DJ and strongman who has pulled a 747 airplane with his teeth will be a BIG singing addition to this year's festival and is believed to be the only little person in the world to pay tribute to Elvis Presley. That is except Mr. Potato Head as Elvis, which measures 7” tall. The Spud stud will see his third year of participation showing up this year as Blue Hawaii Elvis. Released by PPW Toys under license from Elvis Presley Enterprises and Hasbro the Festival will serve as the West Coast Launch for the collectible. In 2010 when the first Elvis spud was introduced it was clad in a Jumpsuit and last year the spud arrived in a leather jacket and was the '68 Comeback Special edition.
"eye" on collected memories: All eyes will be on this year's special guests Darlene Tompkins (Elvis' 1961 co-star in Blue Hawaii”) and Author-Photographer-Performer and long-time friend of Elvis, Jimmy Velvet who will participate in a special We Knew Elvis” Q&A, sharing special memories and memorabilia with photo opportunities. This will be the first Orange County appearance for Tompkins and Velvet. Elvis Presley Fan Clubs, the Jailhouse Rockers of California and All Shook Up from Las Vegas, Nevada, will also have a variety of Elvis swag, jewelry and souvenirs available as well as membership info.
can't help falling in love with peanut butter and bananas: While Spudrunners Food Truck will offer an Elvis favorite: Grilled Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwiches, it's Farrell's Ice Cream Parlour and Restaurants selling banana ice cream with peanut butter sauce, while also challenging festival-goers to see who is the King of Sundaes” with an ice cream eating contest. First 10 contestants to sign up in kids and adult divisions get to eat their way into banana and peanut butter bonanza with the best times in each heat shall win a Farrell's Zoo Prize.
shake, rattle and roll with other fun activities like the Rock-a-Hula Hoop Contest, Crème de la King Elvis Singing Competition presented by Karaoke Scene Magazine; entertainment from an Elvis Quartet; ; a classic car display featuring the Cadillac Kings Car Clubs, Elvis Fan Clubs, an Elvis Trivia Bee and much more.
who, what, why, where:: The Festival traditionally follows Elvis Week in Graceland, TN, which this year runs from August 10 - 18 honoring his life and music. The Elvis Festival is held in conjunction with the weekend swap meet at the O. C. Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa, which features nearly 1,000 merchants selling a variety of products and services. Since 1969 the Orange County Market Place has been held every Saturday and Sunday. Hours are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. All events at Elvis Festival are included in the price of admission to the swap meet, which is $2 for general, and free for children 12 and under.
ORANGE COUNTY MARKET PLACE: O.C. Fair & Event Center - 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 949-723-6660 http://www.ocmarketplace.com/ .
San Pedro Legends Car Club and Lions Club of San Pedro will hold their Annual "Car Show by the Sea" on Sunday, August 26, 2012, from 10am,- 4pm. Great classic cars will be on display at Point Fermin Park, 807 Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. The admission is free for the whole family, and all proceeds go to benefit Lions Club Charities.
Live music by the "Cruisers Band" and the "Topics Band".
Food and drinks are available for purchase. Beat the heat and enjoy the cool ocean breezes. For more information call 310-832-6989.
Point Fermin Park
807 Paseo Del Mar
San Pedro 90731
Be sure to come south, straight down Gaffey Street to the Park. DO NOT use Western Avenue to Paseo del Mar, as this is not a through street due to a cliff landslide. You can take Western Avenue south to 25th Street, left (2.1 miles) on 25th Street and right on Gaffey Street to the park. August 24, 2012