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In observance of the Independence Day holiday, Garden Grove City Hall and the H. Louis Lake Senior Center will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025. No street sweeping services will be provided on the holiday. Streets will be swept as scheduled on all other days. Trash pick-up on the holiday will be delayed by one day.

For more information on street sweeping, visit ggcity.org/pw/street-sweeping or call the Public Works Department at (714) 741-5382.

The City of Garden Grove is raising awareness against illegal firework use and the enforcement of the city’s zero tolerance policy in the form of a $1,000 fine.

“On July 4, additional Garden Grove police sergeants, officers, and administrative staff will be dedicated to firework enforcement throughout the city to apprehend and cite individuals who are caught using or possessing illegal fireworks,” said Garden Grove Police Chief Amir El-Farra.

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On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, Garden Grove Mayor Stephanie Klopfenstein delivered her first State of the City address at the Hyatt Regency Orange County. This year’s theme, “Powered by Garden Grove,” celebrated the community’s shared vision and energy that continue to drive the city’s progress and future growth.

“I believe Garden Grove’s power is its people. We stretch our collective imaginations, push the envelope, and drive ourselves to be innovators,” said Mayor Klopfenstein.

The City of Garden Grove reminds residents and applicants that the updated schedule of planning and building fees will take effect on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. All permit applications submitted on or after this date will be subject to the new fees.

Beginning Thursday, June 19 through Friday, June 20, 2025, the Garden Grove Medal of Honor Bike and Pedestrian Trail will undergo essential slurry-seal maintenance to enhance trail safety and ride quality. The work will result in temporary closures along the paved path.

Construction will take place over two days:
• June 19 – Between Nelson Street and Stanford Avenue and the adjoining stretch from Stanford Avenue to Nutwood Street
• June 20 – Between Nutwood Street and Lampson Avenue and the adjoining stretch from Lampson Avenue to Brookhurst Street.

The City of Garden Grove, in partnership with the Garden Grove Community Foundation, will host six concerts as part of the 2025 Free Summer Concert Series. The concerts will take place on Thursday evenings, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Eastgate Park, located at 12001 St. Mark Street.

This year’s lineup of bands will showcase a variety of musical genres. The concert schedule is as follows:

On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, the City of Garden Grove recognized nearly 40 local college graduates at the 2025 Garden Grove College Graduates’ Reception. The private reception honored the academic achievements of Garden Grove residents, awarding over $5,000 in opportunity cash prizes, including gift cards, giveaways, and services. Graduates also received local, state, and federal certificates of recognition.

The City of Garden Grove wants you and your family to have a great 4th of July, but they want you and your neighbors to be safe. If you have a fireworks celebration, use the safe and sane variety which are approved by the California State Fire Marshal and are for sale locally. Please don't use dangerous unapproved fireworks. If you do, you could receive a $1,000 fine. This mission is possible Garden Grove, have fun and be safe! Special thanks to TNT Fireworks.

As July 4 approaches, the City of Garden Grove, in collaboration with the Garden Grove Police Department and Orange County Fire Authority, reminds the community to take necessary precautions to ensure a safe and memorable celebration. Only safe and sane fireworks bearing the California State Fire Marshal seal may be discharged in Garden Grove on July 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., on private property only.

The City of Garden Grove is encouraging local, qualifying homeowners to apply for the Home Repair Program (HRP), available for low-income Garden Grove residents to receive up to $5,000 for home improvements. Funding will be distributed to approximately 20 eligible applicants, selected through a blind raffle.