City Website offers innovative service
Want to easily find out where your polling place is located, what days your street is swept or the nearest parks and schools? Soon you will be able to do this and more at the City of Huntington Beach website: www.surfcity-hb.org
A new program called My Huntington Beach has been developed by Information Services staff using the City's Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and web development resources.
From the main City web page, you will be able to click the My Huntington Beach icon, enter your Huntington Beach street address, and services provided to that address are listed in text and displayed on interactive maps.
Pictured are the My HB screens that show you what will be available on the new site. You will simply put in your address and street name, then the site will provide you with information about your city services. For more detail, you can click on the "one mile buffer" and see an interactive map.
Orange County Reports Season's First Influenza Cases
Flu Shot Clinic will be held at Golden West College November 3rd
The Orange County Health Care Agency has confirmed the first two cases of seasonal influenza, officially signaling the beginning of flu season in Orange County. The first reported cases were Influenza Type A, which is often the predominant strain of influenza reported in the United States.
"While flu season in Orange County usually peaks at the end of December or beginning of January, it is not unusual to have a few influenza cases reported early in the season," said Dr. Eric Handler, County Public Health Officer.
This serves as a reminder that it is always a good idea to get a seasonal flu shot, and to practice good hygiene and hand washing to prevent the spread of germs. Here are a few tips to help stop the spread of germs: always wash your hands with soap and hot water or use a waterless hand cleanser after:
- Blowing your nose or coughing
- Using the bathroom
- Before and after eating
- After being in contact with or being near someone who is ill
October-November is the best time to get a flu shot to ensure optimal protection throughout the traditional flu season. Nationwide, more than 100 million doses of influenza vaccine will be available this season, which is expected to be sufficient to meet demand.
Free Flu Shot Clinic
The City of Huntington Beach, Golden West College and the Orange County Health Care Agency are sponsoring a Flu Clinic on November 3, 2006. The Clinic is open to anyone in the community and 2,500 vaccinations will be administered for free. This event is being utilized by the three agencies to practice setting up a facility to dispense medications or vaccines in the event of a large medical emergency.
Join us for a free flu shot and to help your community practice for a medical emergency!
Flu Clinic:
| Date: | November 3, 2006 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM |
| Place: | Golden West College. |
| Enter the parking lot at Gothard and Center Streets. | |
| Cost: | Free |
Calendar Raises Funds for Bolsa Chica
The Bolsa Chica Land Trust is pleased to announce the release of their 2007 "Wings over Bolsa" wall calendar. Featuring the work of local photographers, all of the stunning images were taken at Bolsa Chica. This is the fourth consecutive year for the calendar, with last year's edition a sell-out. Proceeds help with the Land Trust's continuing preservation and restoration efforts at Bolsa Chica.
The cost is $10 each plus shipping, or five for $39.95 plus shipping. They can be ordered by calling (714) 846-1001, by emailing the Land Trust at bclt@bolsachicalandtrust.org, or by using the order form at www.bolsachicalandtrust.org. Calendars may also be purchased in person from select merchants throughout Huntington Beach or at the Land Trust office on Warner Ave.
Huntington Beach to Japan in 2007
Huntington Beach adult residents and friends are invited to participate as part of a city delegation to visit Japan, April 2-12, 2007. Sponsored by the Sister City Association of Huntington Beach, one highlight of the trip will be a visit to Anjo, which has been a sister city to Huntington Beach for 25 years.
Tour members will experience the warm hospitality of Anjo citizens and enjoy a home stay with a local family.
Our visit to other cities in Japan will provide much enrichment and education, taking pleasure in centuries of charm, history and culture. Tokyo, the metropolitan capital of Asia; historical and beautiful Hiroshima, lovely and historic Kyoto, Okayama, and the renowned Korakuen Garden.
In 2002 a delegation from Huntington Beach experienced an unforgettable trip to Japan. Participants included city officials (at their own expense) and more than 25 others from the city. The excursion will be under the capable leadership of Peggy Mikuni of Yamato Travel Bureau, who says it was and is a privilege to work with the adventuresome people of Huntington Beach, and looks forward to planning another long remembered tour.
Watch the website for more detailed information at www.hbsistercity.org or call 714- 846-7685, or 1-800-334-4982.
Entertainment Books make great Christmas gifts
Once again, Entertainment Coupon Books are being offered! These Books offer great values in the way of significantly reduced rates for Hotels, Movies, Theatres (including our very own H.B. Playhouse), Restaurants and Attractions of all sorts. Needless to add, they make great gifts at Holiday time and save previous time shopping for "stuff" that all too often gets returned anyway!
It might even pay dividends to keep one handy when planning on getting the most out of one's vacation as well. While most attractions are Orange County-based, many of the locales and best values offered have sites in other counties and even other states (including Hawaii). All coupons are "good" thru November 2007, so the sooner a Book is acquired, the longer one has to contemplate at one's leisure and enjoy accordingly. Books will not be available much beyond Thanksgiving, so if you are thinking of acquiring one, do not put that thought off too long!.
The prices is $35. Those interested may contact: Police Dept-Darrin Kossky @ 5944, City Yard-Julie Bott @ 5522, or Arnie Ross @ 5238.
City needs volunteers for the Fourth of July Board
The 4th of July Board, organizers of the annual Huntington Beach 4th of July Celebration, is seeking volunteers to fill positions. The Huntington Beach City Council voted on October 16 to restructure the 4th of July Board and to increase the number of members.
Individuals are being sought to fill positions including sponsorships, Pier Plaza Expo, event merchandise, securing and management of celebrities, military, hospitality and event logistics. Persons interested in volunteering should file an application.
Applications can be filled out online or downloaded at the city's website at www.surfcity-hb.org under Government/Boards and Committees or by contacting Community Services at 714/536-5486.
Library rolls out new databases
Want to listen to the words of important people from America's past or watch historic video clips? Can't get to the library to pick up a test book you need to apply for that new job? Working on a report for high school or college and need better information than what you're finding on the web?
Several new library databases allow you to do quality history and science research, read professionally-selected articles and take sample tests online, all from the comfort of your home. To access any of these databases, you'll need to have your library card and PIN handy when you visit the library's web site at www.hbpl.org. Just click on "Catalog" to begin!
A new look for the City's "Parks" Web Page
The City of Huntington Beach had redesigned its Parks web page. The new page will include over a hundred pictures capturing the beauty of Huntington Beach's most visited parks. All 70 parks are listed in alphabetical order with an address to the location.
There are seven parks featured. Each contains a list of amenities, historical background, fun facts and a link to location. Just go to HTwww.surfcity-hb.orgTH then click on the announcement under "What's New." Click on the arrows in each featured park's photo gallery to view what these parks offer.
Internet Audio Broadcasting of City Council Study Sessions
While the City Clerk's Office has been streaming and archiving the 6:00 pm portion of the City Council meetings on the web since late 2005, residents have not been able to access the 4:00 pm audio recorded study sessions. Effective with the October 16PthP meeting, the public can listen to Study Sessions and Council meetings held "off-site" at the City's website, www.surfcity-hb.org.
The audio recordings will be available for listening the day after the meeting, and will be accessed the same way streamed video is currently accessed. Individuals viewing archived meeting audio or video can "jump to" specific agenda items of interest and link to staff reports on the same page. Watch the next City Council meeting live by visiting www.surfcity-hb.org and clicking on the buttons for Government, Agendas & Minutes then Council Live and Archive Meeting Videos.
Volunteers needed to deliver holiday meals
Delivering Holiday Meals to Huntington Beach seniors is a great way to introduce community service to children. On Thanksgiving morning and Christmas morning Huntington Beach Senior Services needs volunteers to deliver a festive meal to clients.
Social Workers consider all of their 250 clients to ensure those without friends or family on the holiday will still have holiday cheer to anticipate. Norm's Restaurant prepares the holiday meals at cost. Volunteers pick up the meals from Norms between 11:00 a.m. and noon then deliver them to the seniors on their list in usually about 2-hours.
In addition to the meals, the National Charity League handcrafts gifts for each senior for the volunteers to deliver. The seniors look forward to the short visit from the friendly volunteers and their families as much as the delicious meal and gift.
The Huntington Beach Council on Aging and the Handycrafters fund the Holiday Meals program for Senior Services. To support the Holiday Meals program, visit the Handycrafter's display case in the lobby of Rodgers Seniors' Center to purchase scarves, sweaters, afghans and much more. To volunteer or for more information, call Diane Swarts 714-374-1544.
Flu Shots for Seniors
On Tuesday, November 14, from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (while supplies last) Huntington Beach Senior Services in coordination with the Orange County Health Care Agency and Fountain Valley Hospital will be offering UfreeU flu shots to people 60 years of age at Michael E. Rogers Seniors' Center, 1706 Orange Avenue.
Senior Services Transportation offers a special service to this event. Volunteer & staff drivers will transport seniors from their Huntington Beach homes to the senior center; a nurse will board the bus and administer the flu shot to seated passengers. No need to wait in line! To make an appointment for transportation, call 714-374-1742. For other flu shot information, call Rodgers Seniors' Center 714-536-9387.
Opportunity for students to travel
Eight lucky Huntington Beach students will be selected as Youth Ambassadors to Japan or New Zealand for 2007. High school freshmen, sophomores and juniors who live or attend school in Huntington Beach are 
eligible. The program is a two-week reciprocal exchange. Ambassadors and their chaperone travel to New Zealand over spring break, and to Japan in early August. Students from both countries visit Huntington Beach the first two weeks in July.
The year 2007 marks the 25PthP year of the successful exchange with Waitakere, New Zealand and Anjo, Japan. In addition to the travel opportunity, the experience provides students with the understanding of foreign culture and a wonderful opportunity to broaden their horizons.
Applications are available at City Hall, Huntington Beach Central library, and on the Internet at www.hbsistercity.org. Deadline: Wednesday, November 22, 2006. For more information or an application, please call Carmen Erber, 846-7685, or Gisela Campagne of Community Services, City Hall 374-5397.
Chaperones needed for Sister City travel
The Sister City Association of Huntington Beach is seeking a chaperone for four student ambassadors to each of our sister cities: Anjo, Japan and Waitakere, New Zealand. Interested persons who either live or work in Huntington Beach are eligible.
Travel to New Zealand is over the spring school break, and to Japan the first two weeks in August. Both sets of students and their chaperones visit Huntington Beach the first two weeks in July. In a reciprocal arrangement, each chaperone will host the chaperone from the city they visit.
A stipend is offered to partially offset expenses. For information, please call 846-7685 or Community Services Department at 374-5397. Also visit our website at hbsistercity.org.
Come to hear the 2006 Ambassadors share their experiences on Tuesday, October 17, in Room B-8 at City Hall, 7:00 p.m. Applications are available at the main branch of the library from Community Services Department, 5th floor of City Hall and from our website.
Application deadline is November 15, 2006
Friends of the Library Luncheon features two writers
Friday, November 17PthP, Friends of the Library present two authors recounting personal struggles surrounding growing up rich and famous. Christopher Kennedy Lawford, author of Symptoms of Withdrawal will share his memories of growing up as the son of Peter Lawford and Patricia Kennedy, where presidents and movie stars became close friends, and happy memories are overshadowed by the assassinations of President Kennedy and brother, Bobby.
Also featured will be Jessica Hendra author of How to Cook your Daughter. Ms. Hendra will share her memoir relating the ups and downs of growing up in bohemian chaos as the daughter of Tony Hendra, first editor of the National Lampoon and remembered at the man who launched the careers of John Belushi and Chevy Chase.
The luncheon will begin at noon in room C/D of the Central Library. Prepaid reservations are $15 and must be received by Monday, November 13 at 7111 Talbert Ave., 92648, or deliver directly to the Friends Gift Shop. For more information call (714)842-4481 ext. 2213 or press 7 at prompt.
Friday Afternoon at the Movies
Enjoy an afternoon at the movies complete with popcorn and drinks. Michael E. Rodgers Seniors' Center, 1706 Orange Avenue, is showing UfreeU movies on Fridays at 12:30 p.m. The movies for November include, A Prairie Home Companion on November 3rd and The Da Vinci Code on November 17th.
A Prairie Home Companion rated PG13 and directed by Robert Altman is based on the long running radio starring Garrison Keillor, a look at what goes on backstage during the mythical last broadcast of the show.
The Da Vinci Code rated PG13 is based on the popular novel by Dan Brown and directed by Ron Howard. A murder in the Louvre and clues in Da Vinci paintings lead to the discovery of a religious mystery protected by a secret society for two thousand years - which could shake the foundations of Christianity.
For more information call Rodgers Seniors' Center 714-536-9387.
Library features local artist
The Huntington Beach Art League is proud to present the oil paintings of local artist Don Riscol. Don's paintings, which feature churches from around the world, will be on exibit at the Central Library & Cultural Center's Corner Gallery from November 1PstP through November 30th.
Artist's reception is scheduled for Saturday November 4PthP from 6pm-8:30pm, featuring a complimentary cocktail buffet. There is no fee for admission.
The Corner Gallery is located in the Huntington Beach Central Library & Cultural Center 7111 Talbert Avenue, Huntington Beach, 92648. Hours are: Monday 1pm-9pm; Tuesday through Thursday 9am-9pm; Friday and Saturday 9am-5pm; Sunday 1pm-5pm.
Handy Crafters Sale at City Hall
The Handy Crafters will hold a craft bazaar in the lobby of City Hall on Thursday, December 7,P 2006. Browse their handmade baby cloths, scarves, sweaters, and holiday items for your holiday gifts. All the proceeds from the sale benefit the Huntington Beach Senior Services Holiday Meals program and other special programs that benefit seniors.
The Handy Crafters are a group of volunteers who meet at Rodgers Seniors' center each Friday morning at 10:30 a.m. Each week day, their beautiful work is on display in the lobby at Rodgers and can be purchased from the front desk. A broader selection is available at their Friday meetings.
The Handy Crafters also donate baby items to Western Medical Center, baby hats to CHOC, afghans to the V.A. hospital and to the homeless. All are welcome to join this group and it is a true melting pot. There are crafters from 10 different countries with as many languages represented. Beginners are welcome as well. Materials and instruction are provided.
PASSPORT ACCEPTANCE FACILITY
The Huntington Beach City Clerk's Office, located at the Huntington Beach Civic Center, 2PndP Floor, 2000 Main Street (at Yorktown Avenue), offers passport acceptance services that include: processing of first-time passports and passport renewals, pleasant surroundings, convenient, friendly service and no long lines!
Passport photo services now available on site
We understand how valuable time is to our passport customers. Therefore, we now offer passport photograph services at a reasonable cost to eliminate the need for our customers to visit two separate establishments to accomplish one single purpose.
When applying for a 1PstP time passport, please remember to present the following information:
- Original Certified Birth Certificate (abstracts are unacceptable) or Naturalization Papers
- Two passport photographs
- Valid Driver's License
- Checks/Money Orders
- Children 13 and under need written, notarized consent from their non-appearing parent
PASSPORT RULES for traveling to or from Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda have changed once again by action of Congress. Under the new rules, all travelers entering the U.S. by air from these areas must present a passport beginning January 8, 2007.
This does not reflect important changes to the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative expected from pending legislation involving travel by land or sea. To find out more information call 1-877-487-2778, or visit the U.S. Department of State website at www.travel.state.gov.
Children's Library to feature special programs
The Central Library offers a variety of programs and activities for children! In addition to participating in weekly storytimes and crafts, kids can visit the Children's Department for computer and Internet access. Visit our website at www.hbpl.org for a listing of our regularly scheduled storytimes. Special Upcoming Events for November 2006:
Children's Book Week Special Music Program
Featuring the crazy singing comedy of "Heebie & Jeebie"
Library Theater
Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at 4:00 PM
Tickets $3 Children/$5 Adults
Come to a special library show just for kids and their parents at the Huntington Beach Public Library on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at 4 PM. Heebie & Jeebie are the world's only demi-nerd singing duo. This zany, crazy duo performs corny 'take-offs' of familiar tunes you all know & love.
They also have lots of original compositions that will keep you laughing for days after! Perfect for all ages! Tickets are $3.00 per child, $5.00 per adult. Tickets are on sale now. Advanced ticket purchase is highly recommended. For more information call (714) 375-5107.
Family Evening Pajama Storytime
Tabby Storytime Theater
Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 7:00 PM
FREE
Come celebrate Thanksgiving with stories, songs, puppets and more! Wear your pajamas and bring your teddy bear. Refreshments to be provided by the National Charity League.
Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce hosts Annual Public Safety Awards
Thursday, October 26th was a very special day for ten people who were chosen to receive Public Safety Awards. This was the 35th year to hold the special recognition luncheon where city employees and residents in our community are recognized for their personal involvement in outstanding acts of public service. The Luncheon was held at the Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort with more that 200 people in attendance.
The Awardees and their stories are listed below.
Good Samaritan Award Patrick Schlentz
Patrick Schlentz was completing some repairs in the back yard of a neighbor's house when he heard a loud thud from inside the house. Moments later he heard a scream. He rushed into the house and was met by the owner carrying her unconscious five-year-old son. Blood from the boy's mouth and nose ran from his face and covered the hysterical mother.
Firefighter/Paramedic Schlentz immediately took charge, ordered the boy's stunned father to call 911, immobilized the patient's spinal column and kept his airway open and clear of blood. The boy had climbed over a second floor banister and fell to the hardwood floor, landing on his head.
Patrick remained in control, delivering the highest level of medical care possible without any medical equipment. When the San Diego Fire Department arrived, Firefighter/Paramedic Schlentz was able to relay pertinent information to the arriving paramedics to expedite the boy's transport to the hospital. The boy suffered a fractured skull and a hematoma to the brain. In addition, bones that had broken off around his eye had punctured his naval cavity. After a stay in the hospital he was able to return home to finish is recovery. Firefighter/Paramedic Schlentz has been with the Huntington Beach Fire Department for 10 years.
Good Samaritan Judy Gardner
Last May, Judy Gardner came to Fire Station 4 - Magnolia- with an elderly woman in her car. When she came home from yoga that morning she found her son Casey had found a woman wandering through the neighborhood. She was lost, bewildered and did not know where she lived.
Casey walked the neighborhood with the woman then brought her to the house because he had to go to work. He stayed and chatted with the woman until his mom, Judy, came home. Judy drove the woman around to see if she would recognize her house. She was unable to, so she drove her to the fire station to get some help.
At the station, firefighters found her life alert tag and found out that she was an Alzheimer's patient. Fortunately, the tag had a contact number. Her family was called and her worried daughter came to pick her up. Many times Alzheimer's patients wander off into the street and can get hit by a car. Often they can wander far and be lost for days putting themselves in extreme danger. Had Judy Gardner and her son, Casey, not displayed a willingness to take quick, decisive action where someone else's well-being is concerned the outcome may have not been good.
Good Samaritan Valerie Wiegman
One morning, the Fire Department responded to a woman that had fallen while walking on Algonquin Street. She was an elderly woman that had tripped over a metal vault cover on the sidewalk. She had fallen on her hand, driving her shoulder back and causing it to dislocate. She was in a lot of pain.
When the Paramedics arrived Valerie Wiegman was assisting the injured woman. She was comforting her and had gathered and protected her personal items that she dropped when she fell. The injured woman was very concerned about her blind husband that was at home expecting her return. Valerie immediately offered to go to the woman's home and pick up her blind husband and take him to the hospital so he could be with his wife.
Valerie did not hesitate to come to the aid of a family that she had never met; first comforting an injured citizen, then transporting her blind, elderly husband to the hospital so that they could be together and get the care and assistance they both needed. Valerie Weigman is truly a Good Samaritan.
Good Samaritan Liz Bodine
Elisabeth (Liz) Bodine works as an Account Technician II in the Finance Office. Liz's character and acts of kindness truly classify her as a Good Samaritan. The following stories describe how Liz helped strangers and employees and went beyond anyone's expectations to help them.
A City staff member relayed an incident that occurred during the Pacific Shoreline Marathon. Liz was a Municipal Employee Association (MEA) volunteer at the Marathon, coordinating the transportation of other volunteers to and from their field assignments. She happened to be present when a runner collapsed and needed medical attention. Liz took care of the individuals' fiancée by staying with her until paramedics arrived on the scene, and then drove her to the hospital and stayed with her until the family arrived.
Jennifer Massey is a contract employee with the City, and runs the City Mail Room. On February 11, 2006, Jennifer's young son Glenn sustained severe injuries while riding his bike when a car hit him. This accident forced Jennifer out of the workplace to remain by Glenn's side for an unknown period of recovery.
During Glenn's 3-month hospital stay, Liz visited on a regular basis to bring Jennifer dinner, play games, or just sit by her side while she was waiting for Glenn to awake from the coma. Liz also arranged to take Jennifer to get her hair cut, and brought other women along so that Jennifer could take a break and enjoy an afternoon out with friends.
Within a week of Glenn's accident, Liz went to the hospital and told Jennifer that she and other City employees wanted to help her financially. Liz decided to open an account at the Huntington Beach City Employee Credit Union, and asked employees for financial donations to subsidize Jennifer's lost income. The response was over whelming! The Municipal Employees Association (MEA), in addition to over 100 individual employees, made a donation. This money helped make it possible for Jennifer to take time off from work to spend it with her ill son Glenn, and eased her financial worries.
Liz is a remarkable woman who makes a difference, she is the classic example of a Good Samaritan.
Awards of Merit Michael Bartlett and Michael Beuerlein
Marine Safety Lieutenant Michael A. Beuerlein and Marine Safety Officer II Michael S. Bartlett have represented the City and it's Marine Safety employees as volunteers to the United States Lifesaving Association (USLA) for the past 20 years. The USLA is America's nonprofit, professional association of beach lifeguards and open water rescuers. The organization works to reduce the incidence of death and injury in the aquatic environment through public education, national lifeguard standards and training programs.
Lt. Beuerlein has served as President of the Huntington Beach Surf Lifesaving Association (HBSLSA), Editor of the Sandscripts Newsletter and Chairman of the California Surf Lifesaving Association (CSLSA) Public Education Committee. He is currently a member of the California Surf Lifesaving (CSLSA) Executive Board of Directors and the USLA Board of Directors.
MSO Bartlett has likewise served as HBSLSA President and is currently a member of the CSLSA Executive Board of Directors and the USLA Board of Directors. He is also Editor-in-Chief of the American Lifeguard Magazine, a national publication with a circulation of over 10,000 subscribers.
In their volunteer positions, Lt. Beuerlein and MSO Bartlett travel up and down the California Coast, at their own expense, attending monthly meetings and serving as officials at various lifesaving events. Both men played instrumental roles in bringing the USLA meeting (1991) and USLA National Lifeguard Championships (2006) to Huntington Beach. They have each volunteered over 4,000 hours of their personal time to help create professional standards that are utilized to save lives and promote the marine safety profession in Huntington Beach.
Award of Valor Matt Karl
On the evening of November 20PthP, 2005, Marine Safety Officer Matt Karl had just finished the initial round of beach closure and decided to get some coffee at the local Starbucks. As he returned to the beach, Matt was flagged down for help at a loud party near Walnut and Second Streets.
After being told that a person had just been stabbed, Matt Karl radioed to his partner for assistance then switched to a police radio frequency to request police officers and paramedics. Quickly entering the backyard, Officer Matt Karl found one victim lying amongst a large amount of blood and being attended to by a friend.
While surveying the scene to ascertain if there were additional victims, and not knowing the location of the assailant, Matt Karl located the stab wound and applied direct pressure to control the bleeding. When his partner, Marine Safety Officer Todd Bartlett, arrived to assist with medical treatment, officer Karl continued to provide medical care while gathering suspect information to be relayed to the police.
With Police officers quickly on scene, Matt Karl was able to return to focus on treating the patient. Doing their best to reassure the young man and control the bleeding, Matt Karl and Todd Bartlett prepared the patient for paramedics while a major crime scene was set up around them. Nearly losing a fatal amount of blood through a completely severed femoral artery, the victim was transported to the hospital for further medical treatment.
For these reasons and his bravery in light of a dangerous situation, beyond the call of duty, Matt Karl was presented with an Award of Valor.
Award of Merit Ed Deuel
Ed Deuel started his law enforcement career with the City of Huntington Beach in November of 1977, after serving the community of Whittier for three years.
Ed Deuel worked a variety of assignments in the Uniform Division as an officer on the Beach Detail, Downtown Footbeat, and on the SWAT Team. Ed also served as a Field Training Officer.
Ed Deuel was promoted to sergeant in July of 1984. While assigned to the Patrol Division, Ed was involved in an Officer Involved Shooting situation that earned him great praise as a result of his courage and valor. Ed was shot in the chest, at point blank range, which was stopped by his protective vest. Ed shot and killed the suspect that shot him and aided in the capture of the second suspect who escaped the area in the chaos of the situation. Ed was awarded the Chamber of Commerce's award of Valor in 1985 and the HBPD' Medal of Valor. This incident and two other shooting situations caused Ed to work Doctor Larry Blum (Police Psychologist) to develop a Trauma Support Team.
The Trauma Support Team is group of officers who have been trained how to provide for the immediate needs of officers (or other effected employees) who have been involved in traumatic incidents. The program's success has spawned other teams at numerous other law enforcement agencies. Ed has written articles on this topic that have been published in Law and Order and National Tactical Officers Association magazines. Ed has put together presentations on the Officer Survival/ Safety Training, Tactics and Trauma to law enforcement groups in several states and even to groups in Australia.
In the early 1990s, Ed was assigned as the Training Bureau sergeant and created two effective training programs that are still in effect today. Ed helped introduce our Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC), which provided in depth training on the proper operation of police vehicles in high stress situations. The program helped the department greatly reduce our accident rates in the Patrol Division.
Ed will retire in December of 2006 after 32 years of law enforcement experience. Ed has made a significant contribution to quality of life to the members of the Huntington Beach Police Department, which has enabled us to provide a more professional law enforcement service to our community.
Award of Valor Dave Stover
Motorcycle Police Officer Dave Stover had just finished his shift, which ended at 2:30 in the morning when he began his ride home. Traveling on his police department motorcycle, he was heading down the freeway when he spotted a large amount of debris from a car wreck. As he traveled down the freeway, he saw the wreckage was much larger.
In the number 3 lane of the freeway, there was a BMW that had been hit and disabled by a big rig truck. The big rig was in front of the BMW and the drivers were standing dangerously in front of the BMW in the lane of traffic. Recognizing the extreme danger to the drivers, Officer Stover quickly escorted them to the safety of the shoulder of the freeway, which was more than 35 feet away.
The situation remained extremely dangerous and shortly after the drivers were moved two different vehicles, traveling very fast, came upon the disabled car and had to swerve to avoid collision. Unfortunately, a third vehicle, an SUV Mercedes Benz, collided with the BMW in the #3 lane. Both vehicles burst into flames spreading gasoline across the freeway.
Officer Stover radioed for assistance then drove his motorcycle to the two burning vehicles. He searched both vehicles while the driver of the SUV was able to escape the flames. Officer Dave Stover is truly deserving of the Award of Valor. He placed himself at extreme personal risk twice during the incident and his training and experience undoubtedly saved the lives of the two drivers.
Award of Valor Brian Knorr
Motor Officer Brian Knorr had been up all night investigating a traffic accident at Warner and Los Patos and was heading into the station to turn in paperwork and go home. Officer Knorr works the night shift and was held over de to a serious injury DUI accident that he investigated.
While on his way to the station, he heard a call broadcast of an injury accident on Slater west of Springdale. The call was described as a vehicle going into the flood control channel. Officer Knorr drove to the location and saw a car partially submerged in the water and sinking. The 83-year-old driver was still inside her 1999 Chrysler Concord and the water in the channel was above the window. He could see the elderly woman trapped in the driver's seat unable to get out.
Officer Knorr removed his gunbelt and jumped into the dirty mucky water that was up to his shoulders. He forced open the driver's door window to pull the elderly female out of the car just as the car slipped almost entirely underwater. Officer Knorr maintained her safety until the Huntington Beach Fire Department arrived. The driver had only minor injuries.
By the time additional officers arrived on the scene, the car was completely submerged under water. Had it not been for the quick actions of Officer Knorr, the driver quite possibly could have drowned.
Starbuck's holds corporate event at Central Library
The HB Central Library & Cultural Center's Theater & meeting rooms were dressed and ready for the holidays this week, when Starbuck's brought their Vente Van & merchandise for 4 days of preparation & events. 
Dressed as elves & reindeer, the event planners & their staff planned & prepared for two days and conducted two actual days of seminars & team building sessions for the participants.
The purpose of the event was similar to our Surf City Adventure; to encourage attitudes of excellence and enthusiasm.
New merchandise, desserts & confections, holiday sandwiches, in addition to the holiday coffee flavors, were displayed beautifully with the colors of the holiday season and also offered for tasting to their guest managers. A white skyline complete with snowmen brought the holiday theme to the stage in the Library Theater, where the major portion of the program took place.
The area outside the Theater was set with stand-up cocktail tables and holiday red linen, giving the participants an outdoor opportunity prior to the beginning of the program and during breaks.
Rooms C&D were also bright with reds, greens, trees with sparkling white lights, candycanes, and holiday CD's playing throughout the luncheon time.
A traditional holiday menu was prepared by a caterer in the fully equipped catering kitchen and served buffet style for 220 people each day. It was the perfect event for the Library venue.
Remarks heard from the group … "Awesome meeting in an awesome facility" "Perfect venue for our meetings, we will be back whenever we need a place to meet & greet".
Starbuck's has a new corporate office in our City at Beach & Warner. We welcome their commitment to supporting our City by scheduling important events at the Central Library & Cultural Center's theater and meeting room facility.
Mayor's Award presented to Senior Librarian Mary Wilson
For over eighteen years Mary Wilson has been one of the dedicated, experienced professionals who make the library such a valued part of our community. A graduate of Fountain Valley high school, Mary holds a Master's degree in Library Science from UCLA.
Over the years, she has supervised the Reception desk, assisted the public in the Reference department, helped to build the library's collection, implemented the Management Book Club, helped to organize the volunteer luncheon and worked on many special projects. She was promoted to Senior Librarian in 2004 and now supervises Adult Reference.
Mary is admired by her colleagues as a wonderful person and a really fine librarian. She was presented with the Mayor's Award on October 16, 2006. She is pictured above with her husband (in between Mayor Sullivan and Director Ron Hayden), other family members and fellow staff members at the Council Meeting.
November Television Schedule for Channel Three
| Community Bulletin Board | All Day, Everyday |
| City Council Meetings | November 6@ 6:00 pm Rebroadcast Nov. 7 @ 10 am & Nov. 8 @ 7 pm November 20 @ 6:00 pm Rebroadcast Nov. 21 @ 10 am & Nov. 22 @ 7 pm |
| Planning Commission Mtgs | November 14 @ 7:00 pm Rebroadcast Nov. 16@ 7:00 pm November 28 @ 7:00 pm Rebroadcast Nov. 30 @ 7:00 pm |
Informational programming will be running on Channel 3 according to the following schedule: (Subject to change) Mondays from 9 am to noon, Wednesdays from 2 pm to 5 pm, Fridays from 6 pm to 9 pm, Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm.
The Classic Arts programming runs Sundays 8 am to noon and 7 pm to 11 pm; Mondays 2 pm to 6 pm; Tuesdays 5 pm to 7 pm; Wednesdays 8 am to noon; Thursdays 3 pm to 7 pm; Fridays 8 am to noon; and Saturdays 4 pm to 6 pm and 8 pm to 10 pm.