Village News - Summer 2008
Below you will find information about events and activities in and around Corona del Mar. Be sure to let us know if there
is something newsworthy we should post here.
is something newsworthy we should post here.
Scroll down to find the following features on this page:
- Around Town
- Neighborhood Watch (New)
- Disaster Preparedness
- Project Updates
- Library & Post Office Hours
- Parks & Recreation
- CdMRA Newsletter Archives
Around Town
Neighborhood Watch News
Click here for meeting schedule and location
June Press Releases
Indecent Exposure Arrest - Press Release
Click here to read the press release on this incident.
Updates & Reports
Handouts from recent NBPD/CdM Neighborhood Watch Meetings
For copies of handouts from previous meetings, click here.
Phishing Scam Alert
This current scam is an email referencing an IRS refund, but this is only a scam to gather credit card numbers and
personal information. Click here to see an example. FYI, even CdMRA's own email in-box contained one of these
hoax letters!
Safety Tips & Brochures
Megan's Law Information
Click here for Megan's Law Information - Newport Beach
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KEEP OUR WATERWAYS & ENVIRONMENT CLEAN
your property. Newport Beach and WeatherTrak have teamed up to offer our residents an
opportunity to manage their irrigation and prevent unnecessary over-watering that is harmful
to our natural waterways. This system reduces the homeowner's water bill, and protects our
waterways from unnecessary landscape and irrigation runoff. For more information about this
FREE program, click here.
And watch for information later this year about the new household hazardous disposal facility that will be available
to Newport Beach residents FREE of CHARGE. The facility will be located at the City Yard on Superior & Industrial
Way. Click here for more information.
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Do-Not Call List - Home Phones & Cell Phones
Many of you have already registered your home phones on the FTC's Do Not Call List. If you haven't already
registered your cell phones, it takes just a few minutes to register those as well. Registration will protect your
phone numbers for five years.
There are two ways to register your phone numbers:
1. You can register your phone numbers online at www.donotcall.gov
2. You can phone 1.888.382.1222, but be sure to call from the phone you want
blocked.
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Dial 2-1-1: Orange County Community Services Assistance
Orange County has established a new comprehensive 24/7 information and referral system that links residents to
community health and human services support groups. For more information on this valuable resource, click here
to access their website.
http://www.211oc.org/
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Disaster Preparedness
Neighborhood Disaster Preparedness Class
NBFD is now offering a 3-hour Disaster Preparedness Class in neighborhoods throughout Newport Beach.
Visit www.nbcert.org for information about upcoming classes in a neighborhood near you.
If you were not able to attend the class we sponsored at the Oasis in January 2007, you can read a recap of that
meeting by clicking here.
City's Disaster Plan
Do you have an interest in how Newport Beach is preparing for a disaster? Be sure to take a few minutes to review
the City's Disaster Plan.
Tsunami Awareness
Click here for information on Tsunami preparation for Newport Beach.
City Sponsored Emergency Response Training - CERT
Consider signing up for the 8-week CERT Training Program (Certified Emergency Response Team). Help protect
your family and your community in the event that the Fire Department, Paramedics or Police are unable to reach you
during a disaster. Learn what you can do, and what your neighborhood may need to be self-sufficient for up to 72
hours. Make a Go-Bag for your family; learn basic CPR and first-aid techniques; fire safety techniques, etc. The
next training sessions are scheduled be begin in Fall 2008. There are several options available. Evening classes on
Tuesdays and Thursdays, as well as Saturday classes. Be sure to sign up for this important training. If you are
already certified, consider retaking selected classes to stay current on our skills. Visit www.nbcert.org for details.
Click here for more information about this important program.
Check out these other resources as well.
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Project Updates
Newport Beach City Scenes Newsletter
Click here to read the latest version of this informative newsletter.
Newport Beach Public Information Office
Click here to access the latest information released by the NBPIO.
Traffic Signal Modernization
City Council approved funding in January 2007 for the first phase of citywide traffic signal modernization, one of the
City's most important long-term projects. This project will span multiple years and will have multiple phases.
Phase I improves synchronization at MacArthur & PCH and Avocado & San Miguel, and is expected to be completed
in August 2007.
Underground Utility Project
CdM Flower Streets - Underground Utility Project Neighborhoods around Newport Beach have successfully moved
their utilities underground, creating a safer and more lovely view plane for their residents. A number of residents in
the CdM Flower Streets have suggested that we undertake the project for our community as well.
Iris Lee, Newport Beach Public Works, attended our August CdMRA Board meeting and provided us the background
and a basic outline for the underground utility project. Click here to review the Underground Utility Project
writeup.
Three people have volunteered to help with this project. But we can use a few more. If you have an interest in
helping make this important project a reality, and can devote a couple of hours a month to work on this project,
please email us and we will forward your name to our CdM Underground Utility Committee.
Newport Beach - A WiFi City
Stay tuned as research continues on a project to install Internet access capability throughout the City of Newport
Beach. Other Orange County cities like Anaheim have already made this a reality. City Council members Leslie
Daigle and Keith Curry are spearheading this project.
Newport Beach Centennial Legacy Project
Honor the Past - Acknowledge the Present - Look Toward the Future
The City of Newport Beach invites you to be a part of creating a lasting legacy commemorating out 100 years of
history. Details about McFadden Park Donor Opportunities can be found by clicking here.
Click here to read the December 2007 Press Release regarding this project.
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City Council Meetings @ Home
Are you a Cox or Adelphia Cable TV subscriber? Or do you have Internet access?
You can watch our local City Council meetings live at:
Newport Beach/CdM Sign Standards & Design Guidelines
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Parks & Picnic Areas
Can you name or find all the parks and picnic areas in Newport Beach? You might be surprised at just how many
there are. Check them out and make them a part of your Summer fun planning! Click here to view the list and their
locations.
Newport Navigator – Your Official Guide to Leisure Activities In Newport Beach
Youth, Adult, Senior Classes and Services – It’s all here!!!! Click on this link to access the latest edition
(Note: be patient; this takes a little while to open)
Grand Opening - Newport Coast Community Center: September 15, 2007
Don't wait for the grand opening; stop by for a tour and sneak peek as early as September 4. Click here for more
details.
Newport Beach Parks - Under Development
Watch for details about upcoming development of parks in Newport Beach. Parks currently on the drawing board
include:
Crystal Cove State Park
A real jewel of our Southern California Coastline – and right in our own backyard. Take some time to explore the
hills and shores that are Crystal Cove.
Crystal Cove Historic District
Why not spend a Saturday morning exploring a piece of California Coastal history. Take a walking tour of the
Crystal Cove Historic District and experience the ambiance of the 1930's beach resort. And don't forget to stop at
The Beachcomber for a bite to eat.
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Library & Post Office Schedules
CdM Library
You can reserve your books online and then stop by CdM's Branch Library right down the street to pick them up
Corona del Mar Branch Library – 420 Marigold Avenue – 949.644.3075
Tuesday-Saturday: 09:00 am – 06:00 pm (Closed Sunday & Monday)
Corona del Mar Post Office
Passport service available. Don't forget USPS online after hours.
406 Orchid Avenue – 949.673.2989
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Neighborhood Watch News
- Newport Beach Police Department Phone Numbers
- Emergency - Police or Medical: 9-1-1
- Business/Non-Emergency: 949.644.3717
- Crime Prevention/Neighborhood Watch: 949.644.3699
- Graffiti Hotline: 949.644.3333
Click here for meeting schedule and location
June Press Releases
Indecent Exposure Arrest - Press Release
Click here to read the press release on this incident.
Updates & Reports
Handouts from recent NBPD/CdM Neighborhood Watch Meetings
- 2008 June CdM Newsletter
- 2008 May CdM Newsletter
- 2008 May CdM Crime Report
- 2008 April CdM Newsletter
- 2008 March CdM Newsletter (please be patient; this takes a while to display)
- 2008 February CdM Newsletter
- 2008 Jan/Feb CdM Newsletter
- 2008 Jan/Feb CdM Crime Report
- Update on Burglaries - 2007 v. 2008
For copies of handouts from previous meetings, click here.
Phishing Scam Alert
This current scam is an email referencing an IRS refund, but this is only a scam to gather credit card numbers and
personal information. Click here to see an example. FYI, even CdMRA's own email in-box contained one of these
hoax letters!
Safety Tips & Brochures
- Vehicle Security Pamphlet
- Anti-Lift Lock Protection Tips
- Home Improvement Precautions
- Home Security Tips
- Home Security Handbook
- Child Annoyance Alert
- Child Safety Tips
- Personal Safety Tips
Megan's Law Information
Click here for Megan's Law Information - Newport Beach
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KEEP OUR WATERWAYS & ENVIRONMENT CLEAN
- Free "Smart" Irrigation Controllers
your property. Newport Beach and WeatherTrak have teamed up to offer our residents an
opportunity to manage their irrigation and prevent unnecessary over-watering that is harmful
to our natural waterways. This system reduces the homeowner's water bill, and protects our
waterways from unnecessary landscape and irrigation runoff. For more information about this
FREE program, click here.
- Motor Oil & Household Hazardous Waste Disposal: Many residents have asked how these
common materials can be disposed of or recycled responsibly. Check out this website for
methods and locations for recycling everything from motor oils, household chemical, and
computer products. Click here to access Earth 911.
- Bilge Pad Exchange: Did you know that Newport Beach offers a free bilge pad exchange
program? For more details, click here.
- Hazardous Waste Collection - Newport Beach Locations
- Household battery disposal drops are now available at City Hall, Newport Central Library and
Mariner's Library. Locating and using the BIG GREEN BOX is easy.
And watch for information later this year about the new household hazardous disposal facility that will be available
to Newport Beach residents FREE of CHARGE. The facility will be located at the City Yard on Superior & Industrial
Way. Click here for more information.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Do-Not Call List - Home Phones & Cell Phones
Many of you have already registered your home phones on the FTC's Do Not Call List. If you haven't already
registered your cell phones, it takes just a few minutes to register those as well. Registration will protect your
phone numbers for five years.
There are two ways to register your phone numbers:
1. You can register your phone numbers online at www.donotcall.gov
2. You can phone 1.888.382.1222, but be sure to call from the phone you want
blocked.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Dial 2-1-1: Orange County Community Services Assistance
Orange County has established a new comprehensive 24/7 information and referral system that links residents to
community health and human services support groups. For more information on this valuable resource, click here
to access their website.
http://www.211oc.org/
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Disaster Preparedness
Neighborhood Disaster Preparedness Class
NBFD is now offering a 3-hour Disaster Preparedness Class in neighborhoods throughout Newport Beach.
Visit www.nbcert.org for information about upcoming classes in a neighborhood near you.
If you were not able to attend the class we sponsored at the Oasis in January 2007, you can read a recap of that
meeting by clicking here.
City's Disaster Plan
Do you have an interest in how Newport Beach is preparing for a disaster? Be sure to take a few minutes to review
the City's Disaster Plan.
Tsunami Awareness
Click here for information on Tsunami preparation for Newport Beach.
City Sponsored Emergency Response Training - CERT
Consider signing up for the 8-week CERT Training Program (Certified Emergency Response Team). Help protect
your family and your community in the event that the Fire Department, Paramedics or Police are unable to reach you
during a disaster. Learn what you can do, and what your neighborhood may need to be self-sufficient for up to 72
hours. Make a Go-Bag for your family; learn basic CPR and first-aid techniques; fire safety techniques, etc. The
next training sessions are scheduled be begin in Fall 2008. There are several options available. Evening classes on
Tuesdays and Thursdays, as well as Saturday classes. Be sure to sign up for this important training. If you are
already certified, consider retaking selected classes to stay current on our skills. Visit www.nbcert.org for details.
Click here for more information about this important program.
Check out these other resources as well.
- NBFD CERT Disaster Preparedness List
- NBFD Disaster Preparedness Kit
- NBFD Fire Medics Program
- FEMA Disaster Check List
- Red Cross Supplies Kit
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Project Updates
Newport Beach City Scenes Newsletter
Click here to read the latest version of this informative newsletter.
Newport Beach Public Information Office
Click here to access the latest information released by the NBPIO.
Traffic Signal Modernization
City Council approved funding in January 2007 for the first phase of citywide traffic signal modernization, one of the
City's most important long-term projects. This project will span multiple years and will have multiple phases.
Phase I improves synchronization at MacArthur & PCH and Avocado & San Miguel, and is expected to be completed
in August 2007.
Underground Utility Project
CdM Flower Streets - Underground Utility Project Neighborhoods around Newport Beach have successfully moved
their utilities underground, creating a safer and more lovely view plane for their residents. A number of residents in
the CdM Flower Streets have suggested that we undertake the project for our community as well.
Iris Lee, Newport Beach Public Works, attended our August CdMRA Board meeting and provided us the background
and a basic outline for the underground utility project. Click here to review the Underground Utility Project
writeup.
Three people have volunteered to help with this project. But we can use a few more. If you have an interest in
helping make this important project a reality, and can devote a couple of hours a month to work on this project,
please email us and we will forward your name to our CdM Underground Utility Committee.
Newport Beach - A WiFi City
Stay tuned as research continues on a project to install Internet access capability throughout the City of Newport
Beach. Other Orange County cities like Anaheim have already made this a reality. City Council members Leslie
Daigle and Keith Curry are spearheading this project.
Newport Beach Centennial Legacy Project
Honor the Past - Acknowledge the Present - Look Toward the Future
The City of Newport Beach invites you to be a part of creating a lasting legacy commemorating out 100 years of
history. Details about McFadden Park Donor Opportunities can be found by clicking here.
Click here to read the December 2007 Press Release regarding this project.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
City Council Meetings @ Home
Are you a Cox or Adelphia Cable TV subscriber? Or do you have Internet access?
You can watch our local City Council meetings live at:
- Cox – Channel 30 for Newport Beach community programming
- Adelphia – Channel 3 for Newport Beach community programming
- Streaming video archives can be found by clicking here
Newport Beach/CdM Sign Standards & Design Guidelines
- For a current update on the status of this project, please visit the City's website
- Requests for additional information, staff reports, drafts of the new sign code and additional Heritage Sign
suggestions should be directed to Program Manager, George Berger, City Of Newport Beach Planning
Department at (949) 644-3207 or by email at gberger@city.newport-beach.ca.us
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Parks & Picnic Areas
Can you name or find all the parks and picnic areas in Newport Beach? You might be surprised at just how many
there are. Check them out and make them a part of your Summer fun planning! Click here to view the list and their
locations.
Newport Navigator – Your Official Guide to Leisure Activities In Newport Beach
Youth, Adult, Senior Classes and Services – It’s all here!!!! Click on this link to access the latest edition
(Note: be patient; this takes a little while to open)
Grand Opening - Newport Coast Community Center: September 15, 2007
Don't wait for the grand opening; stop by for a tour and sneak peek as early as September 4. Click here for more
details.
Newport Beach Parks - Under Development
Watch for details about upcoming development of parks in Newport Beach. Parks currently on the drawing board
include:
- Oct 07: City Hall site issue to be decided with the February 2008 ballot now that the required petition
signatures have been validated. - Aug 07: Council is actively negotiating with The Irvine Company on a long-term lease for office facilities in
the 500 block of Newport Center. May 07: City Council approved DMJM to study both the OCTA site and
Newport Center Park as possible locations for new City Hall. Report expected in July. For more information
on this issue:
- Jul 07: DMJM Consultants studied both Newport Center Park and OCTA site. Findings initially favored
Newport Center Park, but the findings were qualified based on limited information available, and did not
include environmental impact, traffic circulation, and known groundwater issues. - Jun 07: Petition being circulated by Bill Ficker to get city hall built on Newport Center Park.
- Mar 07: City Council has asked the PB&R to resubmit their recommendation on whether NCP should be an
active park or a passive park. The PB&R will place this discussion on the agenda for its May 1 meeting,
and report back to City Council at the Council's May 29 meeting. - Feb 07: In a 4-3 vote, City Council once again preserved the passive park status of Newport Center Park,
and has taken it out of consideration for a new city hall location. Several hours of public comment preceded
the vote. - Mayor Pro Tem Ed Selich is actively working to get the park started this year. The plans are 90% complete
for a passive view park with grass, walking trails, a place to have a "brown-bag" lunch, and sitting and
reading areas for library users. $600,000 is being donated; and $400,000 has been allocated in the City
budget to begin Phase I of the park's development. - Jan 07: The Parks Beaches & Recreation Commission voted unanimously to retain the initial passive
design.
- Back Bay View Park
- Sep 07: Landscape architect has been retained to developed plans for improved plantings and ornaments
that can be incorporated into this park, which will be consistent with Coastal Commission requirements. - Jun 07: Improvements are being proposed for Back Bay View Park including perimeter lawn, trees, drinking
fountain, pathways, benches and a gazebo. Parking solutions are being studied. May need to erect a
temporary fence to keep rabbits away from the landscape.
- Newport Ridge Park
- Jan 07: The City is working on an agreement with Newport Ridge Community Association that will allow the
City to manage one of the two practice fields at the park. The use will be primarily for organized youth sports
for Sage Hill High School, Newport Beach Little League, AYSO and Orange County Lacrosse.
- Sunset Park
- Mariners Park
- Marina Park
Crystal Cove State Park
A real jewel of our Southern California Coastline – and right in our own backyard. Take some time to explore the
hills and shores that are Crystal Cove.
Crystal Cove Historic District
Why not spend a Saturday morning exploring a piece of California Coastal history. Take a walking tour of the
Crystal Cove Historic District and experience the ambiance of the 1930's beach resort. And don't forget to stop at
The Beachcomber for a bite to eat.
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Library & Post Office Schedules
CdM Library
You can reserve your books online and then stop by CdM's Branch Library right down the street to pick them up
Corona del Mar Branch Library – 420 Marigold Avenue – 949.644.3075
Tuesday-Saturday: 09:00 am – 06:00 pm (Closed Sunday & Monday)
Corona del Mar Post Office
Passport service available. Don't forget USPS online after hours.
406 Orchid Avenue – 949.673.2989
- Monday-Friday: 08:30 am – 05:00 pm
- Saturday: 09:00 am – 03:00 pm
- Sunday: Counter is closed
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