City of Fullerton Updates
Fullerton City Council Adopts New Redistricting Map
On April 5, 2022, the Fullerton City Council completed its redistricting process by adopting Ordinance No. 3312. The Ordinance establishes Map 114 as the new City Council district boundary map. Starting in the November 2022 elections, the Fullerton City Council Member seats in Districts 3 and 5 will be up for election to serve four-year terms. In 2024 the remaining Council Member seats in Districts (1, 2, 4) will be up for election to serve four-year terms.
Learn about Ordinance No. 3312 here, the new five district map, and which district you reside in.
Public Works- Project Spotlight
West Ash Area Street Improvements
This project included paving rehabilitation and sidewalk improvements. The improvements continued from the recently completed West Ash Area Water Main Replacement Project. Construction was completed in February 2022. Street improvements were funded with measure M2 Funds and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG).
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Streetlight Outage Update
The City would like to update you on the recent streetlight outages in the N Chapman/Orchard and Euclid/Orangethorpe neighborhoods:
North Chapman Avenue and Orchard Avenue
The outage was reported earlier this week and a City electrician investigated. The cause was determined to be an issue with the electrical relay that energizes the transformer that belongs to SCE (Southern California Edison.) Edison has been notified, and the City is waiting on the outcome of their investigation. We have not been provided with a timeline for the repairs, but we will update our website as more information becomes available.
Euclid Street and Orangethorpe Avenue
At this time, it has been determined by SCE that the KVA RO Transformer has failed. SCE will have a new transformer built to meet the requirements of this system. There can be a long wait time (4-8 weeks or more) for this transformer to be built. We will not know this timeframe until we hear back from SCE. At that time, we will post the anticipated timeframe on the website.
For updates on these areas and information regarding the longer-term issue with the high voltage series systems throughout the City, please see Street Light Out | Fullerton, CA (cityoffullerton.com).
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Mayor's Water Conservation Challenge
During the month of April, join Mayor Fred Jung by making a pledge to save water. Pledging is free and easy, and you could also win one of hundreds of daily prizes. Cities with the highest participation can win a Toyota Highlander for a local charity. Please visit www.mywaterpledge.com to make your pledge today!
Click the button below to view the City of Fullerton's website for additional information on the water pledge and ways to use water more efficiently.
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Community Forest Management Plan Update
Due to the delayed recruitment of key staff positions and the backlog of tree-related tasks, the update of the Community Forest Management Plan (CFMP) is currently postponed. Compliance with the community engagement and survey data collection portion of the Cal Fire grant has been completed, but the plan is delayed due to these crucial staff vacancies. While we hope to have the plan in time for the fall planting season, the completion will depend on the ability to fill staffing shortages.
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Arbor Day Celebration - Celebrating 41 Years
Fun Fact: Did you know that the City of Fullerton was the first city in Orange County to receive a Tree City USA designation?
We want to continue our reign, and to do that, the City of Fullerton invites you to celebrate Arbor Day at Adlena Park Saturday, April 16!
Please come prepared to have fun and help plant trees for the future generations of Fullerton.
West Coyote Hills Trails Coming Fall 2022
California Gnatcatchers are springing into action. Keep the threatened species thriving at the newly acquired West Coyote Hills.
First, let's go over the facts:
West Coyote is currently closed to the public. The acquisition closed in December 2021. This means new trails are coming soon, but not quite yet. The construction of trails has come to a halt to allow the California Gnatcatchers to mate without interruption. The first phase of the trails is scheduled to open in Fall 2022.
What is a California Gnatcatcher?
The California Gnatcatcher is a threatened species of bird that the Department of Fish and Wildlife protects.
These birds:
- Live in coastal sage scrub
- Mate from March through August
- Stay in pairs throughout their lives
- Can live up to eight years
- Feed on small insects and small berries
Do your part to keep Fullerton wild by staying out of the West Coyote Hills construction site, taking advantage of the miles of Fullerton trails currently available, not disturbing any habitats you come across, and informing your family, friends, and neighbors.
Keep these rules in mind:
The public is not allowed in West Coyote Hills at this time. Patrons will not be welcomed when the construction of the trails is complete in the Fall of 2022.
If you are interested in spending time at the Robert E. Ward Nature Preserve while waiting for the West Coyote Hills trails to be constructed, please note that only pedestrians are allowed. No horses or bikes are allowed in the preserve.
If you have any questions, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (714) 738-6582 or email at parks@cityoffullerton.com.
Resolve to Be Ready
Be a good “peep” and hop to getting ready for an emergency. You’ll need important documents and supplies ready to go. Good “peeps” are ready and prepared. Visit www.ready.gov for more information and emergency supply lists.
Latest Programming
Downtown Fullerton Farmers Market
The Downtown Fullerton Farmers Market 2022 season is finally here! Join us every Thursday evening through Thursday, August 25th, for fresh produce, hot foods, a bounce house, and live music. Located at the Downtown Plaza from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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Wedding Show
The Fullerton Wedding Show is tomorrow, Saturday, April 9th! This event will run from noon to 3 p.m. at the Fullerton Community Center. Admission is complimentary. Register here.
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Art at Home
Please reserve your spot to pick up your art supplies for our next Art at Home kit! Pickups are scheduled for Tuesday, April 12th, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Click here to register today.
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Meals on Wheels
Wednesday in-person lunches are back starting April 20th! Swing by for good food and good company. Click here to register today. Limited seats are available.
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Upcoming Events
April 9, 2022: Fullerton Wedding Show at 12:00 p.m.
April 11, 2022: Parks and Recreation Commission at 6:30 p.m.
April 11, 2022: Cultural Arts Subcommittee at 5:30 p.m.
April 12, 2022: Library Board of Trustees Meeting at 5:00 p.m.
April 13, 2022: Wednesday Farmers Market at Fullerton Community Center at 8:30 a.m.
April 13, 2022: Planning Commission Meeting at 6:30 p.m.
April 14, 2022: Infrastructure and Natural Resources Committee at 5:00 p.m.
April 15, 2022: City Hall Closed
April 16, 2022: Arbor Day Celebration at 9:00 a.m.
City hall is closed every other Friday.
You can view the agenda by visiting The City of Fullerton calendar.
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