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At the Tuesday, March 26, 2024 regular Garden Grove City Council meeting, the city council approved a project agreement with Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate for the design and construction of a new public safety facility for the Garden Grove Police Department, a new parking structure, a

Garden Grove City Manager Lisa Kim has named Matt West, a 25-year public service professional, to the position of Assistant City Manager. West, a former city manager for the City of Tustin, had served as Garden Grove’s Interim Assistant City Manager since January 2024.

Due to inclement weather, Garden Grove’s annual “Eggscavation” event scheduled for Saturday, March 30, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Atlantis Play Center, located at 13630 Atlantis Way in Garden Grove Park, is canceled. Ticket holders will be contacted for ticket refunds.

The City of Garden Grove invites the community to attend a dedication event for Magnolia Park’s new citrus farm-themed playground on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at 5:00 p.m., at 11402 Magnolia Street. The free event will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, themed giveaways, and snacks.

On Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., the Garden Grove Sanitary District, in collaboration with Republic Services, will host the annual Compost Giveaway, offering residents up to 60 gallons of nutrient-rich compost for free.

CalOptima Health has teamed up with Orange County’s four Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) to streamline the Medi-Cal application process and enhance health care access for residents.

On Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., the City of Garden Grove and Garden Grove Sanitary District, in collaboration with Republic Services, will host a community cleanup day, offering residents the opportunity to dispose of bulky items for free.

The City of Garden Grove has updated the First-Time Home Buyer Program that now enables income-eligible homebuyers looking to purchase a home in Garden Grove to borrow up to $110,000 with 0% interest rate. A minimum down payment of 3% is required.

The City of Garden Grove reminds homeowners to spruce up their home’s front yards for Garden Grove Gems, a home beautification program that recognizes residents for their home’s outstanding curb appeal. Residents can nominate their homes online from Monday, April 1 through Wednesday, April 24.

The City of Garden Grove and the Garden Grove Unified School District (GGUSD), will transform Village Green Park into an outdoor, interactive art festival for the 6th Annual Art in the Park. The community is invited to attend the free event on Saturday, March 9, 2024, from 11:00 a.m.