Government and Politics
February 11, 2023
From: City of Newport BeachCommunity Members:
On February 19, 2022, Huntington Beach Police Officer and Pilot Nick Vella was killed in a police helicopter crash during a call for service in the City of Newport Beach. In coordination with the City of Huntington Beach, a memorial plaque honoring Officer Vella has been installed at the Marina Park sea wall.
Residents are invited to join us on the one-year anniversary of Officer Vella's passing, Sunday, February 19, at 10 a.m. for a ceremony and the unveiling of the memorial plaque. Members of the Huntington Beach and Newport Beach police departments will be in attendance, as well as other agencies and guests. Public parking will be available at Marina Park, 1600 W. Balboa Blvd.
City Manager, Grace K. Leung
Spring Class, Camp Registration Opens Feb. 16
It's time to serve up some fun this spring through activities and events with the City's Recreation and Senior Services Department! Spring into a refreshed routine with new classes like Cheer Jump & Stunts, indoor volleyball, longboard surf clinics, and more. Registration for spring classes and camps opens Thursday, February 16 at 8 a.m. Residents should be on the lookout for the latest print edition of the Newport Navigator arriving in their mailboxes by Valentine’s Day. Click here to view the digital edition ENROLL IN SPRING CLASSES AND CAMPS > Mariners Park Restrooms Reopen After Upgrades The public restrooms at Mariners Park reopened last week following City maintenance and upgrades to refresh the facility. The improvements included painting of exterior and interior surfaces and metal doors, as well as replacing older light fixtures with efficient LEDs. Click Here For More Information |