November 2023 Edition
BreaLine Newsletter
Wild fire and firefighter

Help the City Prepare for Hazardous Events


The City is underway preparing its first Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). That’s a five-year strategic plan to be better prepared for hazardous events by outlining specific policy and action recommendations to improve how Brea responds. The plan will also recommend specific actions to proactively decrease threats before disasters occur. Having a LHMP benefits the community by opening grant eligibility from FEMA and the State. Receiving input from the community is part of the planning process and ensures that your concerns and experiences are included. 

Learn more about the plan and provide your input at the upcoming community meeting! Join us on Thursday, November 9 at 6:00 p.m. at the Brea Civic & Cultural Center in Community Room A. An online survey is also available to take. 

>>>More Information Here

Veterans Day Ceremony


The community is invited to the City of Brea's annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Saturday, November 11 at 10:00 a.m. at the Brea Veterans Memorial, located in front of the Brea Civic & Cultural Center. Join us as we pay tribute to all military heroes, veterans, retired and active duty, and honor our Brea residents who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Members from all branches of the military will be in attendance. There will be a wreath-laying, musical performances, and a Military Honor Guard ceremony. We are honored to have Commander Scotty Lieng as this year's keynote speaker and Charlotte Van Steenbergen to share her reflections. 


Please plan to arrive early, as seating and parking are limited. Birch Street will be closed, from Randolph Avenue to Civic Center, by 8:30 a.m. to cordon off Birch Street for the event. Additional parking is available at the Brea Community Center, located at Randolph Avenue and Madison Way. Guests needing assistance my park on the west side of the Civic & Cultural Center, entering from Randolph Avenue, or may be dropped off in the semi-circle in from of the Civic & Cultural Center until 8:30 a.m. 


>>>More information here!

Full Street Closure at Lambert Road and 57 Freeway


Caltrans will be conducting a full closure of Lambert Road, both east and west bound directions, starting at 10:00 p.m. on Friday, November 17 and reopening on Sunday, November 19 at 5:00 p.m. As the 57/Lambert Interchange Project is progressing, one of the remaining items is to pave Lambert Road. Caltrans informed the City of Brea that the paving operations on Lambert Road, under the freeway, needs to be done during the day due to weather temperature. The contractor’s plan is to grind Lambert Road Friday night and then pave the street all day Saturday, pending weather conditions. 

The boundaries of the street closure on Lambert Road have not been confirmed by Caltrans, but are expected to be in the project’s construction area. Please plan alternate routes to avoid the intersection of Lambert Road/57 Freeway. Traffic detours will be routed on State College Boulevard and Associated Road to Imperial Highway. For the latest information, continue to check Caltrans and the City’s social media channels or the City’s website.

Nutcracker Craft Boutique


The holidays are upon us and the City of Brea’s Special Events Division has made gift buying easy by hosting the annual Nutcracker Craft Boutique. Stop by the Brea Community Center on Friday, November 17, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday, November 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Shop from over 260 vendors featuring one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted holiday gifts, decorations, food, and collectibles. Shoppers can fuel up by enjoying a quick snack or beverage in Food Alley. Admission is $3 and parking is free. 

Please take note of the Lambert Road street closure if attending the boutique on Saturday, November 18.

>>>Click Here for More Information

Workshop for Tracks at Brea Trail Extension


The community is invited to attend the 2nd public workshop for the planning of the Tracks at Brea Trail Western Extension, spanning from the Brea Creek Loop to N. Berry Street. The workshop will take place on Thursday, November 16, from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m., at the Brea Community Center.

Thanksgiving Civic Center Hours and Trash Collection


The City of Brea would like to remind you of office hours and trash collection days during the Thanksgiving holiday: 

  • City of Brea Administrative Offices are closed November 23 – 24.
  • Brea Community Center/Fitness Center are open on November 23, from 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., and on November 24, from 7:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
  • Brea Senior Center will be closed November 23 – 24.
  • Brea Gallery is closed November 23 and will re-open November 24.
  • Curtis Theatre Box Office is closed November 23 and will re-open November 24.

Due to the holiday, there will be no trash collection on Thursday, November 23. Collection service will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week. 

>>> More Details on Trash Collection Services Delays

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Feast Mode at the Fitness Center


Get your pre-Thanksgiving feast workout in on Thursday, November 23 from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. at the Brea Community Center. Sign-up at www.BreaRec.com
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Fall Recycling Guide

With the fall season upon us, we would like to provide some reminders of which commonly used items belong in your green cart. They must be empty, clean, dry and unbagged. Check out our Fall Recycling Guide.
Tree Lighting Ceremony

Save the Date – Tree Lighting Ceremony


Join us as we light up the holiday tree on Thursday, December 7 at 6:30 p.m. We will have everyone in the holiday spirit. Guests will also get a special visit from Santa Claus himself and an opportunity to take a professional photo with him for just $5. Click here for more information.
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Brea 2023 Keepsake Ornament


Kick off the holiday season and buy your Brea 2023 keepsake ornament for only $5. Sales start November 13 at the Brea community center. They will also be available to purchase at the Nutcracker Craft Boutique and the Tree Lighting Ceremony. Only 100 available, get it while supplies last.
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