City of Placentia

The City is excited to announce the completion of a new gateway monument at the Orangethorpe Avenue interchange on State Route 57, a vibrant addition that celebrates Placentia's unique history and identity. This 20-foot-by-20-foot art installation by renowned artist Cliff Garten draws inspiration from the circular motion of highway ramps and pays homage to our city’s heritage, including nods to orange crate labels and historic water towers. This $1.6 million project was made possible through Governor Newsom’s Clean California initiative, and we extend a sincere thank you to Caltrans for their incredible partnership in bringing this vision to life. The new gateway is a testament to the transformative power of public art, furthering Clean California’s mission to beautify communities across the state. It joins other artistic enhancements in Placentia, including vibrant murals by local artist Man One. Thank you, Caltrans, for your commitment to enhancing Placentia and Orange County through this initiative! https://lnkd.in/gcVjEC4p

The City of Placentia proudly announces Lydie Gutfeld as our new Director of Community Services! Lydie comes to Placentia with over 32 years of experience in local government. She has worked for agencies such as Beverly Hills, Culver City, Irvine, Mission Viejo, and San Bernardino. She has served on numerous boards, including the Presidential Series for the California Park and Recreation Society State Board and the National Women in Leisure Services Board of Directors. She is the 2019 recipient of the Helen I Pontius National Award of Merit for her service and dedication to Parks and Recreation and developing female leaders. Most recently, she was installed as the National Recreation and Parks Association Awards Committee Chair. Welcome to Placentia, Lydie! We're so excited you're here!

Happy Halloween from the City of Placentia! We had another epic year of Department themes and costumes with Harry Potter, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Trader Joe's, Country Western, Construction Workers, and more! We wish everyone a happy and safe Halloween.

Today, on National First Responders Day, we proudly honor the heroes who keep Placentia safe every day. Thank you to our Placentia Fire and Life Safety Department, Placentia Police Department, and Placentia Public Safety Communications Center for their dedication, bravery, and service to our community!

As Fire Prevention Week comes to a close, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible Community Risk Reduction Division of the Placentia Fire and Life Safety Department. Through education, enforcement, and innovative safety solutions, this team works tirelessly to reduce fire, explosion, and hazardous materials risks in our community. From fire code enforcement to disaster preparedness, their efforts ensure that Placentia remains safe and resilient. We are grateful for their dedication to keeping our community protected! #FirePreventionWeek #PlacentiaFireAndLifeSafety #CRR

In honor of Code Enforcement Officer Appreciation Week, we want to recognize and thank our awesome Code Enforcement team here in Placentia. These dedicated professionals work tirelessly to ensure our city remains safe, healthy, and beautiful by enforcing critical local, state, and federal laws. From preserving the value of our residential, commercial, and industrial properties to ensuring compliance with building codes and maintaining public health and safety, their impact is seen and felt every day. Thank you for all you do to protect the welfare of our community! #CodeEnforcementOfficerWeek

🚨 Fire Prevention Week October 6-12, 2024 🚨 This year's campaign, "Smoke Alarms: Make them Work for You!" strives to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms in the home. Did you know that working smoke alarms can cut the risk of dying in a home fire by half? In this video, Placentia Fire Marshal Amanda Horner shares essential tips on smoke alarm installation, testing, and maintenance to keep you and your loved ones safe. Don’t wait—make sure your smoke alarms are working for you! #FirePreventionWeek2024

The City is excited to announce that we will be submitting an application to become a Prohousing Designated City with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). This designation aims to enhance the availability of affordable housing statewide, promote the quality of life of all, and to end homelessness Once approved, the designation will unlock critical support, funding, and incentives, allowing us to pursue grants such as ✅ Transformative Climate Communities (TCC) ✅ Solutions for Congested Corridors ✅ Local Partnership Program ✅ Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) This is an exciting opportunity for Placentia as we work toward addressing housing affordability and improving the quality of life for all residents.

On Thursday, September 12th, the Orange County Business Council (OCBC) hosted its annual First Responders Dinner to recognize first responder organizations that protect and serve Orange County businesses and communities. At this dinner, the OCBC recognized Captain Joshua Martin, Engineer Samuel Listoe and Probationary Firefighter Mark Aguirre for their notable rescue of a woman from a sewer fire in May. The City of Placentia continues to be proud of the work done by the men and women of the department and how they serve the Placentia community.

Thank you, Congresswoman Michelle Steel, for securing $750,000 in federal funding for Placentia's Next Gen 911 Dispatch System and IT infrastructure! Your support is vital to enhancing our public safety and ensuring our community is prepared for any emergency. We are grateful for your commitment to prioritizing public safety in Placentia.