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Disneyland’s Golden Anniversary Mickey Mouse and Disneyland Resort President Matt Ouimet are hosting a global party celebrating Disneyland’s 50th anniversary

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Mickey Mouse and Disneyland Resort President Matt Ouimet host “The Happiest Homecoming On Earth.”

New rides and attractions are part of a global celebration as Anaheim’s most beloved and popular destination turns 50 in a big way.

13 Through the Decades A look at how Disneyland and Anaheim have grown together.

14 One on One with Ouimet

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Disneyland Resort President Matt Ouimet shares with Anaheim Magazine highlights of the 50th Anniversary celebration and what Anaheim means to Disneyland.

Departments 2 City Scene Mayor Curt Pringle Mayor Pro Tem Richard Chavez

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Council Member Bob Hernandez

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Council Member Harry S. Sidhu, P.E.

Nick Kumpis is the City’s new director of golf instruction; Holli Dorr has been named a Small Business Person Finalist of the Year 2005.

Council Member Lorri Galloway City Manager David M. Morgan Managing Editor John James Nicoletti

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The City of Anaheim is a City Council/City Manager form of government. As such, the City Council makes policy decisions at City Council meetings, Tuesdays at 5 P.M. while the City Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the City. To contact the City Council to voice opinions, call (714) 765-5247. If you have concerns regarding the day-to-day operations of the City, call specific departments found on page 20 of this publication or the City Manager’s Office at (714) 765-5162.

Lennar plans six housing towers near Angel Stadium in the Platinum Triangle.

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Contributors: Mike Ebbing, Linda Fontes, Kathleen Mitts, John McClintock, Yvonne Sanders and Bob Tucker. Anaheim Magazine is published quarterly by the City of Anaheim. Address all correspondence to Anaheim Magazine, c/o Managing Editor, 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805.

Anaheim’s New Business Tax Holiday Program starts; the City receives awards for its innovative efforts to improve neighborhoods; water and energy conservation tips that will save you money; Youth Center/Police Station and Central Library construction projects move forward.

17 Business Connection Low interest energy-efficient loans are available to Anaheim businesses; Reborn Cabinets is named Small Business of the Year for 2005; GardenWalk gets new owners and new energy to push the project forward.

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20 Important Phone Numbers and Websites

About Anaheim: Founded in 1857, the City of Anaheim is one of the nation’s premier municipalities and California’s 10th most populous city. As the oldest and largest city in Orange County, Anaheim covers 50 square miles, with more than 340,000 residents and 2,085 employees. The municipal corporation’s annual budget is $1.098 billion. The city boasts world-class organizations such as the Anaheim Angels, Boeing, CKE Restaurants, Inc., L-3 Communications, the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim, Pacific Sunwear and The Walt Disney Company. Annually, Anaheim also welcomes millions of visitors to the city, truly making it where the world comes to live, work and play. For more information, please visit www.anaheim.net.

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CITY SCENE New Fitness Zone Offers Fun Workout for Anaheim Youth  Brookfield Homes’ Cantada Square

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SERVICES DEPARTMENT IS TEAMING WITH LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS AND CITY PROGRAMS TO TAKE A BITE OUT OF THE YOUTH OBESITY EPIDEMIC.

Two prestigious awards recognize Anaheim’s innovative efforts to improve neighborhoods

Anaheim’s new Youth Fitness Zone at the Downtown Youth Center, located at 225 South Philadelphia St., offers a healthy, invigorating and fun workout for youth with education on healthy lifestyle and nutrition choices. The Fitness Center features a nine-piece Hoist KL Line youth fitness circuit that is designed for kids to strengthen musculature without placing undo stress on developing joints and connective tissue. The Fitness Zone is open to members of the Downtown Youth Center between the ages of 6 and 17, Monday through Friday, from 2 to 9 P.M. Youth may work out daily under the supervision of trained staff.

B UILDING D IVISION RECEIVED THE C ALIFORNIA B UILDING DEPARTMENT OF THE YEAR AWARD FROM THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION (CALBO) FOR ITS COMMUNITY OUTREACH EFFORTS , PARTICIPATION IN S TATE A FFAIRS , CONTINUOUS STAFF TRAINING AND ITS IMPLEMENTATION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL-INITIATED HOME IMPROVEMENT HOLIDAY PROGRAM LAST SPRING. N

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The program, which took place between March 1 and May 31, 2004 waived permit and inspection fees to Anaheim residents wishing to make improvements to their homes. It also provided amnesty to residents who have made improvements without previously obtaining permits. During the program, 3,653 permits were issued and more than $28.3 million was invested in Anaheim neighborhoods. The City’s Redevelopment Agency also was awarded a California Redevelopment Association (CRA) Award of Excellence for its successful redevelopment project — Brookfield Homes’ Cantada Square, a 41-unit, high-quality, residential development with 20 units reserved for low- and moderate-income families in West Anaheim. The project was the winner in the Single-Family Residential category and is one of 11 projects honored this year for major contributions to California communities. 

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PROJECTS CONTINUE TO MAKE STEADY PROGRESS. The City Council recently voted to hire a construction management firm to build the West Anaheim Youth Center and Police Station. The Council also approved a contract with an architect to design the first phase of the Central Library renovation. GKK Works has been retained to build the 23,000-squarefoot youth center and police station on Beach Boulevard. The center, located near Schweitzer and Twila Reid Parks, will address a need for a true multi-purpose facility in the area and increase public safety presence. The City recently received a $2.5 million grant from the California Parks and Recreation Department to include a 10,100-square-foot gymnasium at the youth center. Plans also call for a computer lab/homework center, teen activity rooms and a work-out center. The center is expected to open in spring 2006. The City Council also voted unanimously to hire CWA AIA, Inc. to design the initial phase of the Central Library renovation. The firm was selected based on its extensive experience in library renovation projects. The renovation will include the expansion and renovation of the Children’s Room, the refurbishing of the library’s exterior, improved lighting and upgrades to ensure the library is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. 

Energy-Saving Tips to Keep You Cool URING THE SUMMER MONTHS, ANAHEIM

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THESE TIPS TO KEEP COOL, CONSERVE ENERGY AND SAVE MONEY ON AIR CONDITIONING BILLS. Air Conditioning Savings Tips

Seal heating and air conditioning ducts. Leaky ducts can account for more than 50 percent of heating and cooling losses. Contact Anaheim Public Utilities for a free test of your ducts. We will even help pay a portion of the repair. Give your central air conditioning system an annual tune-up. Maintaining high efficiency requires proper airflow and refrigerant charge. If you are in the market for a new air conditioner, do your homework before buying. Anaheim Public Utilities offers rebates for new, qualifying ENERGY STAR® rated energy-efficient central and room air conditioning units. Set your thermostat at the highest comfortable setting. A 78-degree setting could cut your energy costs by as much as 30 percent, compared with a 70-degree setting. Turn off the air conditioner and use a fan instead. Fans create a cooling breeze for much less money and energy than air conditioning.

For more information on energy-saving programs, please call (714) 939-9020 or visit www.anaheim.net and click on Public Utilities under City Departments. 

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CITY SCENE Forbes Magazine Values Angels at $294 Million N A RECENT RANKING OF MAJOR LEAGUE

BASEBALL CLUBS BY VALUE, FORBES MAGAZINE RECENTLY VALUED THE A NAHEIM A NGELS AT $294 MILLION , UP 22 PERCENT

Anaheim Begins Preparing for its 150th Anniversary

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The Angels were purchased in 2003 from the Walt Disney Company for $184 million. The ranking is based on statistics of the 2004 season, prior to the proposed name change of the franchise that has been playing in the City-owned Angel Stadium of Anaheim since 1966. Forbes’ valuation put the Anaheim ballclub at No. 17 among the 30 Major League Baseball teams. The No. 1 team was the New York Yankees. Forbes valued the team at $950 million. The reigning World Champion Boston Red Sox checked in at $563 million. The Los Angeles Dodgers ranked fourth with a value of $424 million. 

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PARTICIPATE. Events and activities outlined in the concept calendar are designed to honor the City’s past accomplishments, rich history and culture as well as provide an opportunity to reflect on Anaheim’s promising future. The celebration is being planned with the help of an 11member Sesquicentennial Commission, made up of Anaheim business owners and community leaders who meet on a regular basis. The Sesquicentennial celebration is planned to begin in January, 2007 with an Anaheim float in the Tournament of Roses parade, recognition of the first baby born in Anaheim in 2007 and the Annual State of the City Address. Each month will include an event to celebrate 150 years of success, creativity and imagination, such as the possible unveiling of an Anaheim History Wall, an All-Time Sports Heroes Dinner and a business leaders’ event. Many events that already take place in Anaheim, such as the Cinco de Mayo celebration and the Fall Festival and Halloween Parade, will also be included in the celebration. 

F LAG DAY J UNE 12 AT THE DOWNTOWN CENTER STREET PROMENADE! ELEBRATE

The Ninth Annual Flag Day Celebration, “A Tribute to Old Glory,” will take place from 1-2:30 P.M. and will include a parade with The Dapper Tappers, Tustin Young Marines, and the Mountain Fifes & Drums. During the celebration, winners of the annual essay contest will be recognized. The Flag Day celebration was created nine years ago by the Anaheim Flag Day Committee to bring awareness to young people about the significance of the American flag and what it stands for. As part of the program, the committee created an essay contest and each year invites students from throughout Anaheim to write an essay entitled “What the Flag Means to Me.”  Anaheim



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CITY SCENE New Anaheim Businesses Receive Tax Breaks The City’s innovative program waives fees through July 29 and offers amnesty to existing businesses

Water Wisely and Save Money This Summer

HERE’ S NEVER BEEN A BETTER TIME TO OPEN A BUSINESS IN ANAHEIM. On April 15, the City Council kicked off an innovative program that eliminates specific government fees and offers enticing incentives to new business owners. The New Business Tax Holiday originally proposed at the Mayor’s State of the City address runs through July 29 and exempts businesses that start in Anaheim from the business license tax, application processing fee and home occupation registration fee for the first year. In addition, the program will enable businesses currently operating in Anaheim without a license to obtain one without paying penalties or fines. To further encourage new businesses, the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce will offer a free one-year membership to new business owners taking advantage of the program and Anaheim Public Utilities will suspend the service connection fee for both water and electric services for new business customers. Utilities is also offering the following business-related programs: Low-Interest Energy Efficiency Loans; Small Business Energy Assistance Management; SmarTimer Irrigation Controller Rebate; Change the Lights; Air Conditioning Load Control; Water Use Survey; and Save Water-Save a Buck Rebate. To apply for a business license or a waiver during the New Business Tax Holiday Program, complete an application and mail it or deliver it to the Business License Division on the first floor of City Hall, 200 S. Anaheim Blvd. Completed applications must be postmarked on or before July 29. If applying in person, applications must be received by 5 P.M. on July 29.

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WATER CONSUMPTION IS USED OUTSIDE TO IRRIGATE YOUR LANDSCAPING. And like many people, you may even be using twice the amount of water your yard really needs. With that in mind, here are a few tips from Anaheim Public Utilities for maintaining a green lawn and healthy plants using less water: Irrigation Conservation Tips

Water your lawn in the early morning when winds are calm and temperatures are cool to minimize evaporation. Periodically check your sprinklers when they are running and adjust accordingly to prevent overspray onto sidewalks or driveways. Locate and repair any leaks and replace broken sprinkler heads. Use a broom, instead of the hose, to clean driveways and sidewalks. Spread a three- to four-inch layer of organic mulch around trees and plants to conserve soil moisture. Consider upgrading your existing irrigation system’s operable irrigation clock/controller with a new state-of-the-art controller that manages the amount of water applied to your landscape based upon local weather conditions and the water needs of your plants. Call the new SmarTimer Irrigation Controller Rebate Program at 1-866-846-3725 to see if you qualify for a rebate.

For more information about the New Business Tax Holiday program, call the Business License Division at (714) 765-5194 or visit www.anaheim.net. For more information about Anaheim Public Utilities’ incentives, call (714) 765-4250. 

For more information on using water wisely, call (714) 765-4250 or visit Anaheim Public Utilities at www.anaheim.net. 

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NEWSMAKERS Anaheim Business Woman Named SBA Small Business City Hires New Person Finalist Director of Golf of the Year Instruction Nick Kumpis

DORR, PRESIDENT OF ANAHEIMBASED HOLLISTER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, HAS BEEN NAMED A S MALL BUSINESS PERSON FINALIST OF THE YEAR 2005 BY THE U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION SANTA ANA DISTRICT OFFICE. OLLI

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DIRECTOR OF INSTRUCTION FOR ANAHEIM HILLS GOLF COURSE AND DAD MILLER GOLF COURSE. As Director of Instruction, Kumpis conducts private lessons with video analysis, group classes, golf schools and junior programs at the new Anaheim Hills Golf Academy and Dad Miller Golf Academy. In addition to classes for students of all abilities, the golf academies offer junior, beginnersonly and women-only classes, as well as a one-day golf school that includes range instruction and course management during 18 holes with Kumpis. Kumpis has extensive experience with golfers of all levels and is highly skilled in video swing analysis. In the last five years, he has taught golf in more than 20 states with the ESPN Golf Schools (formerly the Nicklaus/Flick Golf Schools), where he is a lead instructor. As an ESPN Golf Schools Top 25 instructor, Kumpis frequently contributes to ESPN.com’s Instructor Mailbag, offering tips and answering golf questions. He has also recorded video tips featured on ESPN Motion within the Golf home page of ESPN.com and on Lexus.com. Kumpis has worked at the Pelican Hill Golf Academy with Golf Magazine Top 100 instructors Glenn Deck and Dr. David Wright, and was lead instructor for the American Youth Golf League in Yorba Linda and Newport Beach with Seth Glasco, also featured in Golf Magazine’s Top 100 issue.

“Holli Dorr’s ability to establish and sustain her business in a male-dominated industry is remarkable,” said Small Business Administration (SBA) District Director Sandy Sutton, announcing her selection. Hollister Construction Company is a general contracting firm that provides construction and related services for tenant improvement projects to clients throughout California. Since 1992, Hollister Construction has established a reputation for excellence with a diverse portfolio of successfully completed projects. Prior to Hollister Construction Company, Dorr worked her way up the corporate ladder from bookkeeper in 1978 for a landscape and engineering firm to that of a CFO in a midsize general contracting firm in 1992. Soon after she joined that firm she discovered the company was insolvent and spent the next year liquidating the assets to keep the firm out of bankruptcy. Dorr eventually purchased the shell corporation, which included a contractor’s license, changed the name to Hollister Construction Company, and was on her way to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Revenues for 2005 are expected to exceed $10 million. Dorr was recently honored locally at the SBA’s Small Business Awards Luncheon as part of a nationwide salute to small business. 

For more information or to sign up for lessons, contact Anaheim Hills Golf Course at (714) 998-3041 or Dad Miller Golf Course at (714) 765-3481. Please visit www.anaheim.net to check the rates and schools offered.  Anaheim



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with 100,000 square feet of shops at ground level and condominiums and apartments above. The project is one of several announced for the Platinum Triangle, which is centered around Angel Stadium and the Arrowhead Pond and is poised to become a vibrant 24-hour, high-density, mixed-use, urban environment unique to Orange County and Southern California. The City Council’s approval last year of a new opportunities-based General Plan has made developments like this possible, along with improved transportation options and additional green space.

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As proposed, the towers would add 1,619 more apartments and condominiums in a plan that would dramatically change the look of this bustling area. One tower could be as high as 33 stories, making it the County’s tallest residential building. The development would also feature two residential buildings at 24 stories and three at 23 stories. Lennar, which is based in Miami, plans to center everything around a main street

When completed, the Platinum Triangle could include up to 9,175 residences and more than 7 million square feet of commercial space. So far, including Lennar’s proposal, the City has approved or received plans for 4,788 housing units and at least 142,000 square feet of restaurants, shops and other commercial uses. As part of the project, Lennar would replace several small industrial buildings along Gene Autry Way and Katella Avenue on 30 acres south and west of Katella Avenue and St. College Avenue. Overall, Lennar is planning to build about 3,000 homes in Anaheim.  Photos and schematics courtesy of: IBI Group

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Disney gets ready to celebrate its 50th Anniversary in Anaheim

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in Florida, Tokyo Disney Resort in Japan and Disneyland Resort Paris in France. The celebration also will include the opening of Hong Kong Disneyland. It’s been one big thrill ride after another since Walt Disney christened Disneyland on July 17, 1955 and ushered in a new era for theme park entertainment.

few short weeks ago, Disney officials kicked off an 18-month party celebrating the 50th anniversary of Disneyland. “The Happiest Homecoming On Earth” will stretch throughout the world as 10 Disney theme parks join together for the first time ever to honor the original. New shows and attractions will premiere at the Disneyland Resort in California, Walt Disney World Resort 9

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n that day, a parade of guests and dignitaries were invited to a VIP opening highlighted by a live 90minute television special on ABC. People started arriving hours before the event, creating a traffic jam with cars backed up seven miles on the Santa Ana Freeway. Hollywood’s elite, including Charlton Heston, Frank Sinatra, Kirk Douglas, Eddie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds joined nearly 30,000 guests, along with countless people holding counterfeit tickets, creating long lines everywhere. Nationwide, 90 million viewers tuned in to the 90-minute television broadcast, “Dateline Disneyland.” Billed as the “biggest live telecast in history,” the television show featured 24 cameras, a staff of hundreds and was hosted by Art Linkletter, Ronald Reagan and Bob Cummings. But the grand opening of Disneyland wasn’t without problems. Rides broke down shortly after opening and restaurants and refreshment stands ran out of food and drink. Workmen were still planting trees. Some guests complained about the heat due to a lack of shade and not nearly enough drinking fountains—the result of a plumber strike. Ladies wearing high heels even noticed themselves sinking into the freshly poured asphalt on Main Street, softened by the heat. Occasionally someone would lean against a just-painted building which had not had enough time to dry. Still, the opening of Disneyland was considered an overall success and the next day, the first public guests admitted through the turnstiles were two children, Christine Vess, 5, and Michael Schwartner, 7, who received lifetime passes to the park.

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Walt, committed to ensuring his personal dream would be a success, began working with his staff to overcome the problems encountered the first day of low ride capacity, congested walkways, traffic jams and slow food service. He spent his days and nights at the park observing guests, ride operators, food servers, merchandise and custodial hosts and hostesses and he continually asked questions in his search to improve what was to become the most successful venture of his accomplished career. Just seven short weeks after opening day, Disneyland welcomed its one millionth guest.

A Special Way to Celebrate 50 Years in the Community Disneyland Resort contributes $1 million to Boys & Girls Clubs of Anaheim n honor of its 50th anniversary, and as a way to thank the community, the Disneyland Resort recently donated $1 million to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Anaheim at a ceremony including Disneyland President Matt Ouimet, the Mayor and City Council. The gift signifies the largest amount of money the organization has received in its 16-year history. The contribution will fund a Saturday activity program, support operating expenses of a new club site opening

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later this year and help launch a new endowment. In 2004, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Anaheim served an average of 400 children a day, or 70,000 children a year, through its four sites. “Disney continues to help make a difference in the lives of our children. Since our opening in 1989, the Disneyland Resort and its cast members have provided hundreds of thousands of dollars in support through cash, inkind donations and volunteer service,”

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said Michael Baker, executive director of Boys & Girls Clubs of Anaheim. The Resort’s community commitment began with Walt Disney when he opened Disneyland in 1955. In 2004 alone, the Resort and its cast members contributed nearly $10 million in cash, in-kind donations and volunteer service to hundreds of nonprofit organizations, touching the lives of thousands of residents in Southern California. 

A Truly Golden Anniversary Adding to the celebration, Sleeping Beauty Castle has been transformed into a breathtaking focal-point, draped in swaths of richly colored finery, royal banners and precious stones, decorated in gold and topped by five regal turret “crowns.” Park goers can also experience the all-new “Walt Disney’s Parade of Dreams,” featuring one of the largest casts of Disney characters and performers ever assembled. Also recently debuting is an all-new fireworks spectacular called “Remember . . . Dreams Come True.” It is the most elaborate Disney fireworks display in history and is highlighted by an incredible musical score, dramatic pyrotechnics, lighting effects and a whole new generation of never-beforeseen fireworks. “Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters” is a new Tomorrowland attraction that allows guests to pilot their own Star Cruiser through a comical interactive space mission.

oday, the original investment of $17 million and 18 attractions has grown to more than 60 attractions at Disneyland, spawned a second theme park next door and is the anchor for a chain of 10 theme parks worldwide. More than 100 million guests visit these parks every year. That’s certainly reason to celebrate the original, which Disney is doing in grand style. Disney has decided to make every guest be a winner by adding a full complement of new rides and attractions to commemorate the 50th anniversary. To kick things off, in early May, the Main Street Opera House in Disneyland’s Town Square launched the park’s milestone anniversary with the premiere of “Disneyland—The First 50 Years.” Produced exclusively for the 18-month long “The Happiest Homecoming On Earth” celebration, the all-new attraction features a specially created historical exhibit and a nostalgic film journey through the first five decades of the Disneyland story. The attraction begins in the Opera House lobby where guests enjoy a detailed exhibit of artifacts including authentic attraction models, concept artwork, layouts and maps that tell the fascinating story of how Walt Disney and his original team of “Imagineers” conceived, designed and built the world’s first Disney theme park. A focal point of the exhibit is the original pencil aerial schematic of Disneyland created by legendary Disney Imagineer Herb Ryman. Created by Ryman and Walt Disney over a weekend in 1954, the rendering was the very first overall visual interpretation of the Disneyland concept. Inside the main theater guests enjoy a newly produced film retrospective highlighting the first five decades of Disneyland. Using archival photographs, familiar Disney tunes, narration by Walt Disney himself and newly discovered film footage (most of which has not been seen in nearly 50 years) audiences can relive their own favorite Disneyland memories. Following the film, guests enjoy an exhibit showcasing the Disneyland that never was, including the stories and artwork of attractions and shows planned but never realized. The exhibit also offers hints of what’s to come in the years ahead.

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eered” 21st century thrill attraction, featuring a new queue and Space Port, redesigned rockets, a new on-board audio soundtrack and “out of this world” new effects, plus a few other surprises. Next door, Disney’s California Adventure has also gotten into the celebration mode with the debut of “Block Party Bash.” Guests can suddenly find themselves surrounded by rollicking music, excitement and fun at this party starring popular characters from animated Pixar movies including Woody and Buzz from “Toy Story,” Mike and Sully from “Monsters, Inc.” and the superheroes from “The Incredibles.”

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Riders twist, turn and fire personal laser cannons for points that help to protect outer space from the forces of the evil Emperor Zurg! Long-time Disneyland fans will also have reason to cheer with the re-opening of “Space Mountain.” This Disneyland favorite returns as a re-“ImaginThe Disney Impact

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hat happens when the 50th Anniversary celebration is over? Disney officials won’t say, instead preferring to focus all their energies on the party at hand and with good reason. Right now, all eyes are focused on the original theme park. With an impressive line-up of new attractions and entertainment, those eyes are going to be on Disneyland for quite some time. And that means that the world’s attention is also going be on Anaheim. 

The Disneyland Resort indicated the Resort’s economic impact on the State was estimated at $3.6 billion annually. About 96 percent of this impact is associated with the Anaheim Resort area and nearby hotels. This study did not include visitation to the Anaheim Convention Center. Annual taxes generated for area cities and counties is estimated at $225 million. Anaheim’s hotel room taxes are expected to be about $64 million for the current fiscal year, due in large part to the Resort.

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Disney is Orange County’s largest private employer with about 20,000 workers. Overall, tourism generates $7.3 billion in spending in Orange County annually. About 43.6 million people visited Orange County in 2004.

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So it’s no surprise that in the early 1950s when Walt Disney was looking for a site to build his own personal dream—an amusement park that would become the “Happiest Place on Earth”—he chose 160 acres of land right here in Anaheim.

Disneyland and Anaheim Grow Together

Disney had looked at several locations in Burbank, Long Beach, Palos Verdes and Canoga Park before finding the ideal location on an orange grove in Anaheim and City leaders opened their arms to the adventurous ground breaking plan. Over the years, Disneyland and Anaheim have grown together. Following are several milestones in their development.

Construction of Disneyland

1950’s It began in 1954 when the construction of Disneyland was announced to the world and Walt Disney asked hotelier Jack Wrather to build the Resort area’s first large hotel, the Disneyland Hotel. That paved the way for others to invest in the burgeoning Resort area, which had fewer than 100 hotel rooms at the time. At the same time, Interstate 5 opened through Anaheim. Although it was only two lanes in either direction, it played a major role in attracting guests to the Resort area and continues to provide easy access to the booming area.

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In 1957 Disneyland welcomed its 10 millionth visitor. Among the guests visiting the park that year was President Truman. In 1959 Chairman Nikita Kruschev of the Soviet Union expressed a desire to visit Disneyland, but his request was denied by U.S. government officials, sparking an international incident.

1970’s Throughout the 1970s the Convention Center was a favorite for popular music promoters and hosted numerous notable acts including Elvis. Fans lined up three days in advance with sleeping bags laid out from the box office to Katella Avenue. On July 4, 1979 Disneyland welcomed the first birth at the park with the arrival of Teresa Salcedo born near Main Street.

1980’s The Convention Center’s bread and butter shifted from concerts to trade shows and special events in the ‘80s. On May 23, 1984 the Anaheim Hilton and Towers, the largest hotel in Southern California, opened with 1,576 rooms and 88 suites. In summer 1984 the Convention Center hosted two Olympic wrestling events. In December 1985 Disneyland celebrated its 30th anniversary by releasing more than one million balloons at 2 P.M.

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2000’s In 2000 the Convention Center expansion was completed, making it the largest convention facility on the West Coast and one of the 10 largest in the nation. Downtown Disney opened on January 12, 2001 and Disney’s California Adventure opened February 8, 2001. May 5, 2005 Disneyland celebrated 50 years with “The Happiest Homecoming On Earth.”

Disneyland Disneyland Hotel

1950 Disneyland opened July 17, 1955 at 1313 S. Harbor Blvd. The 13th letter of the alphabet is “M,” leading some to believe the address refers to “MM”— the initials of Mickey Mouse. City planners indicate this is only a coincidence. The Disneyland Hotel also opened in 1955.

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1960’s In 1961 Anaheim business leaders organized as the Anaheim Visitor and Convention Bureau and began making Anaheim a year-round tourist destination. On December 15, 1966 Disneyland, Anaheim and the world mourned the death of Walt Disney. On July 12, 1967 the Anaheim Convention Center opened. In its first year, it hosted more than 1.25 million guests.

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1990’s In 1996 Disneyland announced plans for Disney’s California Adventure and Downtown Disney. In 1996, Anaheim began landscaping, signage and infrastructure improvements to the Resort area as well as an expansion of the Convention Center to ensure the area remains a major tourist and convention destination.

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Ouimet t’s a weekday morning on Main Street, U.S.A. and Matt Ouimet stands among the guests who have come from all over the world to spend the day at Disneyland.

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of Finance, Business Development and New Business Initiatives at Walt Disney World Resort, Walt Disney Imagineering, Disney Vacation Club and Disney’s Wide World of Sports. Prior to becoming president of the Disneyland Resort in October 2003, Ouimet served as president of the Disney Cruise Line — where his continued focus on the quality of the guest experience produced some of the highest guest satisfaction ratings of any Walt Disney Parks and Resorts vacation experience. Those experiences coupled with a leadership style that emphasizes careful attention to detail; instilling pride and a team environment among cast members; and a strong commitment to giving back to the community has helped prepare him for the biggest event in Disney theme park history—Disneyland’s 50th Anniversary, the “Happiest Homecoming On Earth.” Recently, Ouimet shared with Anaheim Magazine highlights of the 50th Anniversary celebration and what Anaheim means to Disneyland.

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How is working at Disneyland different from the other positions you’ve held at Disney, especially as you prepare for the 50th Anniversary celebration? What’s truly interesting are all the similarities. Whether you work on a Disney Cruise ship, in an office or in one of our parks, hotels or restaurants, we focus on enhancing the guest experience, maintaining a keen attention to detail and creating memories that last a lifetime. But certainly the history here—the fact that this park is the only one Walt set foot in; that Disneyland launched an entire industry and changed the way families vacation—makes it very unique and special.

The 50th Anniversary celebration has been a tremendous undertaking, organized over several years. What has been the biggest challenge in preparing for the celebration? Our team has done a fantastic job of refreshing Disneyland for the celebration and has been working very hard. Over the past year, nearly every attraction was touched in some way. Whether it was a fresh coat of paint or a complete makeover, everyone teamed together to set the stage in a special way for this milestone celebration. We are thrilled to invite anyone who has ever been to Disneyland or ever dreamed of visiting to “come home” and join us for the “Happiest Homecoming On Earth.”

Disneyland Park looks wonderful and the new attractions and shows are receiving impressive reviews from around the world. Give us a quick overview of how you’ll continue the celebration for the next 18 months. This is the largest celebration in Disney theme park history, so there are many

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Walt Disney once said, “The greatest moments in life are not concerned with selfish achievement, but rather with the things we do for the people in need.” Five decades later that philosophy still rings true at the Disneyland Resort as we continue making magic in the community. Through many of our community relations programs, we provide assistance to help make a difference. In 2004 alone, we provided nearly $10 million in cash, in-kind services and volunteerism from our 20,000 Cast Members to benefit thousands of people throughout Orange County.

Disney President Matt Ouimet (Front Row: Fifth from left) and cast members from the Disneyland Resort.

plans to continue the excitement well past the actual 50 th anniversary of Disneyland on July 17, 2005. Disney Cruise Line will continue its first-ever West Coast sailing until the end of August and then we will celebrate the opening of Hong Kong Disneyland on September 12. Throughout the 18month celebration, both here and throughout the world, there will be many surprises as we continue bringing the enchantment of Disney to new and familiar audiences.

How will the local community benefit from Disneyland’s 50th Anniversary? With the global spotlight shining on Anaheim and Orange County during the 18-month celebration, people from around the world will see why Walt picked Anaheim to be the site of his first theme park. We are proud to be the largest employer in Orange County, generating an annual economic impact of $3.6 billion. Additionally, the Disneyland Resort and its visitors who stay in the Anaheim Resort Area and surround-

ing locations, generate $225 million in taxes to various Southern California cities and counties. We believe the global visibility of the 50th anniversary will add to the overall economic impact shared by businesses in the community.

Since the beginning, Anaheim and Disney have always enjoyed mutual success because of the great partnership they have together. What does the City of Anaheim mean to Disneyland? Disneyland is a very special place and so is Anaheim. Through the decades, we have grown up together, shared many successes and forged a strong partnership. This legacy of working closely together is one of the reasons the Disneyland Resort has thrived for 50 years. We are proud that Anaheim is known as the place where the magic all began.

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Disney’s magic has evolved over the years so that we have seen advancing technology replace E tickets and outdated attractions. Are there any new rides we can expect to see at Disneyland in the next few years? Will any old favorites be brought back to life? We constantly work with the Imagineers at Walt Disney Imagineering to incorporate feedback from our Guests and use breakthrough technology to create immersive new experiences. They are “imagineering” several new ideas, so stay tuned. One of the most anticipated attraction re-launches is Space Mountain on July 15, 2005. Once open, Guests will find it to be the same classic, iconic attraction that they have always known and loved, but even better with new special effects and technology.

After the 18-month celebration, what lies ahead for the Disneyland Resort? We will continue creating magic and memories that last a lifetime for guests that visit us, whether they are from around the corner in Anaheim or from throughout the world. As Walt Disney was fond of saying, “Disneyland will never be completed as long as there is imagination left in the world.”  Summer 2005



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27 July -7 August Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus

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BUSINESS CONNECTION A NAHEIM B USINESSES ARE H ONORED WITH O.C. T OURISM C OUNCIL S ERVICE E XCELLENCE AWARDS

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HEIM BUSINESSES FOR THEIR EFFORTS IN CREATING POSITIVE EXPERIENCES FOR VISITORS TO

ORANGE COUNTY. The seventh annual awards banquet honored service employees in eight categories, including the following employees:

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Olinda Cisneros—Hilton Anaheim. A room attendant at the Hilton Anaheim since 1987, Anaheim resident Cisneros has received kudos from guests for her thoughtfulness and extra efforts that— as one guest put it—“make the Hilton a special place to stay.” Dale Smoot—Disneyland Resort. Smoot, a day custodial lead in the Esplanade area of the two Disney parks, has been a Disney cast member since 1992. Smoot says that going above and beyond job performance is part of what he enjoys about his work. Pepe Avila — Anaheim / Orange County Visitor & Convention Bureau. In just two years with the AOCVCB, Avila has made an impact on visitors with his communication skills in both English and Spanish. A native of Mexico who now resides in Anaheim, he works with the Latin American team to forge

closer working relationships with tourism providers there. Moises Carranza—Goofy’s Kitchen, Disneyland Resort. To Carranza, catering to guests’ special needs is a natural outgrowth of his position as a sous chef focused on food safety and quality. The 23-year Disney veteran extends that concern to helping guests with allergies or medical conditions receive specially prepared meals so they can better enjoy their time at the resort. Teamwork Award—Anaheim Marriott Bell Desk. This bell staff consistently earns kudos for its efficiency, courtesy and willingness to go beyond the call of duty in assisting guests. The Teamwork Award recognizes a department or group of frontline tourism professionals who, as a team, consistently perform to the highest standards of customer service. 

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AFTER A CHANGE IN OWNERS ON THE PROJECT. Earlier this year, Pacific Coast Capital Partners announced that they had formed a joint venture with Anaheim Development, LLC—a partnership between San Diego-based Excel Realty Holdings, Santa Barbara-based KBM Enterprises, LLC and Richard J. Nordlund. Together, the partners have extensive experience in working on similar complexes throughout the country, including Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco. Anaheim



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Originally planned for 29 acres on Harbor Boulevard across from the entrance to the Disneyland Resort, under the new owners it will be scaled back to 19 acres. GardenWalk is expected to cost about $450 million and include three new hotels, 400,000 square feet of retail space and a 2,800-car parking structure. Construction of the first phase of retail, consisting of more than 260,000 square feet, is anticipated to begin in January 2006 with completion scheduled for June 2007. The joint venture’s business plan also includes the development of hotels up to approximately 1,100 rooms. Development on the hotel portion of the site is expected to begin in January 2006. “The retail portion of the development will cater to tourists as well as the growing resident population in Anaheim. The project will add approximately 800 jobs and will be a large pedestrian-friendly mixed-use development for the City of Anaheim,” said Hal Pohl, vice president of Pacific Coast Capital Partners. 

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The Off-Broadway Bistro at the Heritage Forum opened in early April across the street from City Hall at 201 E. Broadway Ave. Owner David Bucks, a restaurant veteran who helped start California Pizza Kitchens, has created a casual breakfast and lunch eatery serving gourmet American comfort food ranging from crepes to wood fired pizzas, sandwiches and lasagna. The restaurant also is available for groups up to 85 people for meetings in the evenings. All menu items run in the $7-$10 range. Off-Broadway Bistro is open MondayFriday, 7 A.M. to 3 P.M. and on Sunday for brunch from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. Call (714) 776-5000 or visit www.off-broadwaybistro.com for more information.

Also downtown is the Boomerang Grill & Sports Bar, which opened at 195 Center Street Promenade in late March. Offering a menu of burgers, sandwiches, salads, pastas and chicken dishes in an upscale but casual environment, Boomerang is currently open for lunch from 11 A . M . to 2:30 P. M . daily. Take out food is available. Call (714) 999-8699 or visit www.BoomerangBar.com for more information. 

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This evolving technology uses natural gas as a source of hydrogen to generate 1.5 million kWh of electricity a year with limited pollution. That’s enough electricity to power more than 250 typical Anaheim homes for a year. The power generated by the fuel cell will first serve the East Anaheim Police Station and Community Center with excess power exported to the utility grid. To help offset the cost of purchasing and installing the fuel cell, Anaheim Public Utilities was awarded a $200,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Energy. 

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panded to a 40,000-square-foot facility and has 110 employees. Reborn Cabinets is an elite custom cabinet design and manufacturer, offering luxury products for both residential and commercial locations. Revenues have increased 86 percent in the last three years and were at $13 million for 2004. During the first years of the business, the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE), a program partially funded and sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration, provided business counseling and other assistance that helped the success of the business. As a result of SCORE assistance, Reborn Cabinets has doubled its staff and introduced new product lines to meet the demand of the market. 

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E NERGY E FFICIENT L OW -I NTEREST L OAN P ROGRAM N OW AVAILABLE TO S MALL B USINESSES NAHEIM PUBLIC UTILITIES IS OFFERING LOW-RATE FINANCING TO ALLOW SMALL BUSINESSES TO CREATE A MORE ENERGY-EFFICIENT OFFICE ENVIRONMENT. Loans of up to $350,000 are available for qualifying customers at a low interest rate with no points, no loan or application fees and up to eight years to pay. Utilities’ Low Interest Energy Efficiency Loans may be used for lighting, weatherization, co-generation, management systems, heating and air conditioning upgrades, alternate energy systems, refrigeration system improvements, as well as other projects that conserve energy, produce energy or help manage load. Funding is available through the State Assistance Fund for Enterprise, Business and Industrial Development Corporation (SAFE-BIDCO). The program includes a free comprehensive energy audit and analysis to identify energy uses and needs, and to evaluate the feasibility of potential measures to improve efficiency. Most small businesses, landlords and nonprofit organizations are eligible, but some restrictions apply. After reviewing applications for eligibility, SAFE-BIDCO will acknowledge acceptable applications within five working days. For more information, visit the SAFEBIDCO Web site at www.safe-bidco.com, or call Anaheim Public Utilities at (714) 765-4250, or send an e-mail to program administrator Jan Roosevelt at jroosevelt@ anaheim.net. Summer 2005



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Fire/Paramedic Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911 Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(714) 765-1911 Police Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911 24 Hr. Utility Emergency Electric outage/lines down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-3300 Water main/hydrant leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-3300 Earthquake Preparedness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-6951 Report Street Flooding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-6860 Employment www.anaheim.net/business/cec.html Anaheim Career Employment Center 50 S. Anaheim Boulevard, #300 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-4350 Anaheim Youth Employment Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .956-1182 Job Training Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-4342 Graffiti Removal Anaheim 24-Hour Hot Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-5200 Report In Progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-1911 Caltrans Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(949) 724-2500 Housing Information Fair Housing Council Labor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .558-4159 Landlord-Tenant Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .569-0823 Homeless Shelters (Referral) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 600-4357 Neighborhood Preservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-4340 Library www.anaheim.net/library.html Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-1810 Main Library, 500 W. Broadway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-1880 Canyon Hills Branch, 400 Scout Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .974-7630 Euclid Branch, 1340 S. Euclid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-3625 Sunkist Branch, 901 S. Sunkist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-3576 Other Services Anaheim Museum, 241 S. Anaheim Boulevard . . . . . . . . . .778-3301 Bookmobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-1880 Anaheim History Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-1850 Mother Colony House, 414 N. West Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-1850 Parks, Recreation & Community Services Administration, 200 S. Anaheim Boulevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-5191 Anaheim Hills Golf Course, 6501 Nohl Ranch Road Golf Reservations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .998-3041 The Clubhouse at Anaheim Hills Banquet Reservations . . .998-3041 Dad Miller Golf Course, 430 N. Gilbert Street Golf Reservations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-3481 Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .535-8770 Neighborhood Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-4456 Oak Canyon Nature Center 6700 E. Walnut Canyon Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .998-8380 Recreation Classes & Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-5191 Therapeutic Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 821-6510 Senior Citizens Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-4510 Records City Clerk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-5166 Planning, Zoning and Building Building Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-5153 Building Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-4626 Code Enforcement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-5158 Planning Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-5139 Public Safety Fire Department Administration, 201 S. Anaheim Boulevard, 3rd Floor Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-4000 Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911 Bicycle Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-4000 Paramedic Billing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-4060

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Police Department, Administration, 425 S. Harbor Boulevard Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-1900 Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911 Gang Detail (Police) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-GANG Gang Detail (en Espanol) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-1410 Parking/Traffic Violations Traffic Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-1860 Payments (Impounds, Parking Citations, Court Dates) . . .765-5178 Anaheim Police Department & Community Center (Anaheim Hills) 8901 E. Santa Ana Canyon Road Business & Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-3800 State of California Department of Motor Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 777-0133 Utilities and Services Water and Electricity Anaheim Public Utilities, 201 S. Anaheim Boulevard www.anaheim.net Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-5137 Advantage Services/Conservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-4250 Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-3300 Emergency reporting of power outage, lines down or water main/hydrant leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-3300 Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-3300 Deaf/Hearing Impaired (TDD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-5125 Electrical Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-5156 Water Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-5196 Cable TV Adelphia Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 683-1000 Garbage Collection Anaheim Disposal, 1131 N. Blue Gum Street . . . . . . . . . . . .238-3300 Billing Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-0125 Gas Service The Gas Company, 131 Center Street Promenade . .(800) 427-2200 Education Anaheim City (Elementary) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .517-7500 www.acsd.k12.ca.us Anaheim Union High (7-12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .999-3511 www.auhsd.k12.ca.us Centralia (K-6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228-3100 Magnolia (K-6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .761-5533 Orange Unified (Anaheim Hills) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .997-6100 www.orangeusd.k12.ca.us Placentia Linda (K-12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .996-2550 Savanna (K-6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .236-3800 Santiago Community College (Anaheim Hills) . . . . . . . . . . . . .628-4900 Streets, Traffic & Transportation Flooding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-6860 Street Lights, Repair (Utility Operations) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-3300 Street Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-6840 Street/Parkway Trees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-6920 Traffic Signal Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-5202 OC Transportation Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .560-6282 www.octa.net Bus Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .636-RIDE U.S. Government Immigration/Naturalization, 290 S. Anaheim Blvd. . . . .(800) 375-5283 Postal Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 275-8777 Social Security, 300 S. Harbor Boulevard, #310 . . . . . . . . .(800) 772-1213 Voter Information City Clerk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-5166 County Registrar of Voters 1300 S. Grand Avenue, Santa Ana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .567-7600

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You know us as a world-class convention facility. But, for more than 35 years, the Anaheim Convention Center has also been your gracious host for important community events as well. With our recent $177 million makeover, we’re looking sharper than ever. That means we’re ready to make your next occasion the most memorable affair that it can be. Let us host your wedding, reunion, retirement party, fund-raiser or any other special event for as little as 10 people. Our experienced staff knows how to get it right, the first time and every time. Call us and start enjoying one of the finest advantages that Anaheim has to offer.

To find out more about booking your next event at the Anaheim Convention Center, call us at (714) 765-8920

Come

Taste the Best of Anaheim

The 10 th Annual Taste of

Anaheim

June 30, 2005 at The Grove of Anaheim A C E L E B R AT I O N O F F I N E C U I S I N E A N D E N T E RTA I N M E N T H O S T E D B Y A N A H E I M ’ S M O S T P O P U L A R R E S TAU R A N T S Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Includes tastes from all participating restaurants. Beverages not included. Advance purchase recommended as this popular event may sell out. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Anaheim Chamber at (714) 758-0222 or visit www.tasteofanaheim.com

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