Mayor's Welcome

In its efforts to prevent distracted driving and save lives on our roads, the Garden Grove Police Department is reminding all drivers to stay focused, keep their eyes forward and keep their hands on the wheel. Whether checking a phone, eating or adjusting the radio, distractions can have devastating consequences.

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 Tuesday, April 1 through Thursday, April 24 at ggcity.org/gems. From all of the nominations received, four will be selected at random to receive $100 Home Depot gift cards. Gift card winners will be announced the week of Monday, April 28.

The Garden Grove City Council has adopted an ordinance to further regulate the parking of oversized vehicles to enhance public safety and maintain neighborhood aesthetics. The updated regulations, now in effect, require oversized vehicles parked on public streets to have a valid, City-issued permit, available at no cost.

Ordinance No. 2957 revises the sections of the Garden Grove Municipal Code pertaining to wide vehicles and trailers, and recreational vehicles. The following oversized vehicle restrictions are now in effect:

It may have looked like a party outside the Garden Grove Police Department Headquarters on Acacia Parkway and it was. National Night Out is a national event promoted by local police departments to build and reinforce relationships within the community. Please watch our video to see how the Garden Grove Police, residents and local organizations embraced the opportunity to get together, share and enjoy. GGTV3 reporter Angela Cranon was there and has the details.

Get to know your elected officials and enjoy an active morning with neighbors and friends by joining Garden Grove City Council Member Phillip Nguyen for a “Walk & Talk” in District 2, on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Garden Grove Mayor Stephanie Klopfenstein and City Manager Lisa Kim will also join the walk.

Participants can join at any stop along the route, below:

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, recycle household batteries, and obtain paper shredding services for free. The event takes place on Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at Skylark Elementary School, located at 11250 Mac Murray Street.

Ring in the spring with a search for colorful treasures at Garden Grove’s annual “Eggscavation” event on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at Atlantis Play Center, located at 13630 Atlantis Way in Garden Grove Park. Ticket sales begin Tuesday, April 1, 2025 until quantities run out. Tickets may be purchased at ggcity.org/eggscavation or by calling (714) 741-5200. There will be no ticket sales at the door.

The City of Garden Grove, in collaboration with USA Homeownership Foundation, Inc., and Wells Fargo, is hosting a free Homeownership Education & Literacy Program (H.E.L.P) Home Buyer Event on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 8:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., in the Garden Grove Courtyard Center, at 12732 Main Street.

Gnorman the Gnome is back with a message for you about sprucing up your front yard, snapping a photo and joining the fun! The home beautification program is virtual, so get your front yard ready now. Please watch this video where Gnorman shares some important details and dates. Looking good Garden Grove!