ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT

Placentia Post Office Renaming Ceremony

The public is invited to attend a Post Office Renaming Ceremony for the renaming of the Placentia Post Office, 1400 N Kraemer Boulevard, on Monday, March 13th at 1:30 pm. The Post Office will be renamed the “PFC Jang Ho Kim Post Office Building” in remembrance of Jang Ho Kim, who on November 13, 2006, was killed alongside another soldier during a combat operation in Baghdad when a roadside bomb exploded near their vehicle. Jang Ho Kim, who attended Valencia High School in Placentia, was 20 at the time of his death. The bill was cosponsored by all members of the California congressional delegation and unanimously passed the Senate.

City Council Acknowledges Miss Placentia and Miss
Placentia’s Outstanding Teen

At the March 7th City Council Meeting, the City Council recognized Miss Placentia 2023 Paige Williams and Miss Placentia’s Outstanding Teen 2023 Ireland Mercado. Paige’s community service initiative will focus on emphasizing the
importance of music education in our schools. She is passionate about sharing how music education is beneficial for all. Ireland’s community service initiative is supporting small businesses.

Public Art Mural Project In Process

Work has begun on a public art mural on West Crowther Avenue under the SR-57 and is expected to be completed by the summer. Ontario mural artist Alejandro Poli Jr., also known as Man One, will beautify the location with the mural
“The Good People Under Our Sun and Moon.” The largescale public art project comes as a result of the Clean California initiative, which is part of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s California Comeback Plan — a $1.2 billion, multi-year investment led by the California Department of Transportation toward removing trash, creating thousands of jobs, and beautifying and improving public spaces in the state.

ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT

Apply for a Job with the City of Placentia

The City is currently hiring for a variety of jobs. At the City of Placentia, we strive to make a difference by continually developing our progressive and innovative workforce. Our team works together to foster an environment that promotes diversity, creativity, and respect for everyone’s opinions to ensure a better result for the community we serve. If you are interested in a public sector career with an established agency dedicated to improving the way its employees work, develop, and thrive, a position with us would be an excellent opportunity for you.
Don't wait; apply today! We are currently hiring for:
-Building Permit Technician
-Community Services Coordinator
-Digital Media Analyst
-Fire Engineer
-Management Assistant
-Police Academy Trainee
-Police Officer Academy Graduate
-Public Safety Communications Supervisor
There are also a number of part-time positions available. For more information on open positions, please visit www.placentia.org/jobs.

3rd Annual Wedding and Event Expo

The Chamber of Commerce is hosting their third annual Wedding and Event Expo on Sunday, March 26th from 1:00 pm—4:00 pm at the Placentia Round
Table Women’s Club, 901 Bradford Avenue. They will have a large assortment of vendors to fit all occasions, not just weddings! Admission is free. For more information, a list of vendors, and to register, please click here.

COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

Summer Volunteen Program

Join the Community Services team this summer! The Community Services Department is pleased to announce the Summer Volunteen Program. Junior High School and High School students, aged 13-16, who need volunteer service hours for graduation are encouraged to apply to assist the Community Services staff with multiple activities throughout the City. Participants will gain valuable on-the-job training skills, while being a part of a dynamic team this summer! Volunteens assist with youth sports, P.A.R.K.’s programs, special events, senior programs, and excursions. Applicants must be 13 years of age by June 1, 2023 and reside within the City limits of Placentia or attend a Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District school. The deadline to apply is May 1, 2023 at 5:30 pm. For more information, please click here or contact the Community Services Department at (714) 993-8232.

Click Here To View The City of Placentia Administrator's Report - March 9, 2023