Posted on: September 13, 2023
During the September 5 Grover Beach City Council meeting, Council received recommendations and findings from a comprehensive Utility Rate Study aimed at providing guidance on proposed water and sewer rate adjustments. In response to these findings, the Ci...
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Posted on: September 11, 2023
On Monday, September 11, the City of Grover Beach will begin work repairing several sections of City streets that experienced damage during the 2023 winter storms. Drivers can expect slight delays throughout the week while the repairs are completed.
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Posted on: August 21, 2023
Fire Chief Steve Lieberman has announced his retirement. Lieberman will leave the agency in December 2023, and a recruitment process to fill the Fire Chief position will begin shortly.
Appointed in December 2014, Lieberman completed long term and strategic...
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Posted on: May 31, 2023
At the May 22 City Council meeting, Council adopted a resolution to authorize the display of a commemorative flag to celebrate Pride Month at City Hall during the month of June. With this adoption, Council has directed staff to fly the Pride Flag as a sym...
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Posted on: May 25, 2023
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Grover Beach encourages residents to apply to serve on City Commissions and Committees. When vacancies occur, the City recruits for applicants by publishing a Notice of Vacancies in the local newspapers, as well as ...
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Posted on: May 25, 2023
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Grover Beach encourages residents to apply to serve on City Commissions and Committees. When vacancies occur, the City recruits for applicants by publishing a Notice of Vacancies in the local newspapers, as well as ...
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Posted on: May 17, 2023
The Grover Beach Police Department (GBPD) released its 2022 Annual Report this month highlighting the department's accomplishments and efforts to foster transparency from the past year. In addition, GBPD developed its first 3-year Strategic Plan that will...
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Posted on: May 11, 2023
At its meeting on May 8, the Grover Beach City Council received an update on the fiscal year (FY) 2023-25 budget process and proposed work programs for the Major City Goals. The City will be holding a public hearing on June 12 to review the proposed budge...
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Posted on: April 28, 2023
The City of Grover Beach is excited to celebrate the return of its highly anticipated Summer Concert Series starting this June! The 21st Annual Summer Concert Series commemorates over 20 years of summer entertainment for Grover Beach locals and visitors.
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Posted on: April 26, 2023
At its meeting on April 24, the City Council appointed Zach Zimmerman to fill the vacancy following the resignation of Anna Miller. Council Member Zimmerman will serve the remainder of the term through December 2024.
On March 13, former Mayor Pro Tem Anna ...
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Posted on: April 5, 2023
At its meeting on March 27, the Grover Beach City Council adopted an ordinance to regulate camping and vehicle habitation on public rights-of-way and public and private property. This action comes as part of an ongoing effort to address homelessness throu...
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Posted on: March 28, 2023
The City of Grover Beach has an exciting opportunity for residents to serve their community! Due to the newly vacated Council seat, the Grover Beach City Council is looking to appoint a new Council Member. All interested residents may apply, though those ...
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Posted on: March 8, 2023
On March 13, the City of Grover Beach will open the application period for the FY 2023-24 Community Grants Program. Similar to last year’s program, the grants are intended to provide funding opportunities to eligible nonprofit organizations dedicated to e...
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Posted on: February 8, 2023
On February 7, the Grover Beach Planning Commission approved a Development Application for a new mixed-use development at the corner of West Grand Avenue and 4th Street. This project will be developed with 37 residential units and 4,700 square feet of gro...
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Posted on: January 30, 2023
As Grover Beach continues to promote economic development, the City has implemented new expectations for permanent and temporary signage for businesses. These requirements intend to create a more unified and appealing atmosphere for customers and visitors...
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Posted on: January 17, 2023
The City of Grover Beach is pleased to welcome Megan Martin as the new Community Development Director beginning on January 23. Martin is filling the vacancy following Bruce Buckingham’s retirement at the end of 2022.
“The Community Development Director pla...
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Posted on: January 4, 2023
The City of Grover Beach continues to take meaningful action to address homelessness in our community in partnership with other agencies. The construction of the temporary emergency housing on County property at 16th Street and Long Branch Avenue in Grove...
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Posted on: November 18, 2022
As we reflect on this past year, the City of Grover Beach has a lot to be thankful for, especially its thriving local business community. The entrepreneurial spirit and resilience of the Grover Beach community is on full display as new and existing innova...
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Posted on: November 4, 2022
‘Tis the season of celebrating the holidays with the City of Grover Beach! The Parks and Recreation Department is hard at work creating a magical selection of events to ensure that this holiday season is filled with joy, thankfulness and community connect...
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Posted on: October 11, 2022
With Election Day quickly approaching, the City of Grover Beach encourages all residents to make their voices heard this election season. The November municipal election marks the first district-based election for the City of Grover Beach, and District 1 ...
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Posted on: September 15, 2022
On September 15, 2022, Chief of Police John Peters announced that Commander James Munro has graduated as a member of the 283rd session of the FBI National Academy. The graduation took place at the National Academy in Quantico, Virginia on September 13, 20...
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Posted on: August 17, 2022
The City of Grover Beach’s Public Works Department is undergoing several projects to improve streets across the City, enhance the appeal of West Grand Avenue and upgrade the sewer mainline.
“We continue to invest in the safety, functionality and visual app...
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Posted on: July 28, 2022
The Grover Beach Police Department is hosting its annual National Night Out celebration on Tuesday, August 2 from 5 to 8 p.m. at 16th Street Park. The free event is open to all community members.
“Our staff looks forward to this event every year,” said Joh...
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Posted on: July 19, 2022
The City of Grover Beach’s Police Department (PD) has incorporated various smart technologies into its operations to effectively serve the City, reduce labor costs and provide better services to residents, businesses and visitors.
“Our primary goal when us...
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Posted on: July 14, 2022
The City of Grover Beach Parks and Recreation Department is excited to offer residents and visitors a wide range of programs, classes and events this summer.
“The Grover Beach Parks and Recreation Department is committed to bringing the community together ...
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Posted on: June 21, 2022
The City of Grover Beach is working closely with the Grover Beach Police Department and Five Cities Fire Authority to ensure the safety of the community this Fourth of July holiday.
“Fireworks are a traditional part of Fourth of July celebrations...
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Posted on: June 15, 2022
On June 13, the Grover Beach City Council adopted a resolution approving requested rate increases for solid waste collection and disposal services from the City’s waste hauler, South County Sanitary Service (SCSS). The initial rate increase for customers ...
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Posted on: May 4, 2022
The City of Grover Beach is offering grants and scholarships for childcare providers and families in their city. Applications opened May 2, 2022 and will remain available until the funds are exhausted.
The City is designating $50,000 to the childcare grant...
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Posted on: April 20, 2022
The City of Grover Beach is hosting its first Grover Beach 101 (GB 101) event for community members to learn more about City services and civic engagement opportunities on May 11, 2022 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Ramona Garden Park. The event will include a li...
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Posted on: April 6, 2022
The City of Grover Beach Parks and Recreation Department is launching a spring and summer series of community park picnic events starting on Friday, April 15 from 4:30 - 6:30 PM at Ramona Garden Park.
“Now that we are fully transitioning back to in-person ...
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Posted on: March 22, 2022
In collaboration with the City of Grover Beach Public Works Department, the City’s Parks & Recreation Department installed a Community Center Little Free Library located at 1230 Trouville Ave, Grover Beach, which is now open to the public.
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Posted on: March 16, 2022
The Grover Beach City Council completed the district formation process by adopting Plan 901, establishing a new City Council district map and district-based elections. The official map ordinance will be adopted during the March 28, 2022 City Council meeti...
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Posted on: March 15, 2022
In response to the need for additional housing options for the City of Grover Beach and San Luis Obispo County’s homeless population, the City Council unanimously voted to acquire the vacant property at 955 South 4th Street to serve as a future site for a...
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Posted on: February 9, 2022
To show its appreciation and gratitude for the numerous volunteers throughout 2021, the City of Grover Beach Parks & Recreation Department with assistance from Cal Poly volunteer assistance is hosting a drive-thru version of its Annual Volunteer Appre...
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Posted on: January 31, 2022
The City of Grover Beach is partnering with the Rotary Club to host a neighborhood fence painting event to refurbish the Mentone Basin Park fence on Saturday, February 5, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The City and Rotary Club encourage all members of the com...
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Posted on: January 28, 2022
Visit Grover Beach, the new tourism brand for the City of Grover Beach, was recently named a finalist in the Visit California Poppy Awards for Best Overall Destination Brand Identity (under $1 Million). The Visit California Poppy Awards honor the best and...
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Posted on: January 25, 2022
South County Chambers of Commerce is opening a new cowork space soon in Grover Beach in partnership with the Cal Poly Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CIE) Small Business Development Center (SBDC), the City of Grover Beach, and the County of ...
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Posted on: January 21, 2022
Standard & Poor’s, the nation’s largest bond rating agency, has assigned Grover Beach an AA rating on the City’s $10 million general obligation bonds earmarked to fund street improvements. This rating is a testament to the City’s continued financial s...
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Posted on: December 21, 2021
Despite recent rainfall, California is experiencing its second driest year on record and the City of Grover Beach is taking steps to prepare for sufficient water supply to meet current and future needs over the next 20 years. At its December 13, 2021 meet...
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Posted on: November 29, 2021
The Grover Beach Parks and Recreation Department’s elves are hard at work creating magical holiday events for the whole community to enjoy. With much to celebrate and much to be grateful for in Grover Beach, this holiday season will be one of joy and toge...
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Posted on: November 17, 2021
The City of Grover Beach recently began a major construction project on South Oak Park Boulevard, marking a new phase of annual major street improvements and repairs to take place over the next several years throughout the City. On November 16, Mayor Jeff...
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Posted on: November 10, 2021
Consistent with the Council’s Major City Goal of addressing housing and homelessness, the City of Grover Beach is continuing to take steps encouraging housing construction to meet the diverse needs of its community. City code updates recently given the gr...
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Posted on: October 28, 2021
The Grover Beach City Council recently heard an update on upcoming construction projects on West Grand Avenue and approved the timing of these projects consistent with the Major City Goals of Street Improvements and Economic Development as well as pedestr...
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Posted on: October 20, 2021
The State of California released its official data from the U.S. Census late September, including its adjustments for the State prison population. The City of Grover Beach, like other California cities moving to district elections, is using the 2020 Censu...
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Posted on: October 18, 2021
The City of Grover Beach Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for a season of fun community activities to mark the beginning of the holidays. With friendly contests and prizes on the line ranging from bragging rights to a full Thanksgiving feast,...
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Posted on: October 14, 2021
Grover Beach residents will benefit from more complete sidewalks throughout the city in coming years. This will encourage the use of alternate forms of transportation as well as reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality and provide a healthier and sa...
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Posted on: September 16, 2021
In preparation for National Crime Prevention Month in October and as part of its mission to uphold a safe and wholesome environment in which all community members can thrive, the Grover Beach Police Department is encouraging residents to start neighborhoo...
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Posted on: August 30, 2021
On September 7, 2021 at 6 p.m., the City Council will hold the first of two joint workshops with the Planning Commission focused on updating the City’s Development Code to expand housing opportunities for those who live and work in the community consisten...
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Posted on: August 25, 2021
This week, the Grover Beach City Council renewed its commitment to investing in the rehabilitation of local streets with the approval of new street repair projects over the next several years under the Measure K-14 street rehabilitation program. The Counc...
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Posted on: August 19, 2021
As the summer season winds down, the City of Grover Beach Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce a robust schedule of outdoor community programs and activities for the fall. From live music to volunteer opportunities to athletic events and...
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Posted on: September 3, 2021
Marking the 20th anniversary of 9/11, the City of Grover Beach will host ceremonies on Saturday, September 11 to honor and remember all those impacted by the tragedy that took place in 2001. This meaningful tribute will be held virtually due to the COVID-...
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Posted on: July 30, 2021
Grover Beach Encourages Additional Water Conservation Given Drought Conditions
Grover Beach, CA — In light of the worsening drought, Grover Beach residents are reminded about the need to follow all mandatory water conservation measures and to be mindful of...
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Posted on: July 27, 2021
Continuing an annual tradition, the Grover Beach Police Department will host a community recognition for National Night Out in conjunction with the ribbon-cutting for the new 16th Street Park playground. The events will take place on Tuesday, August 3 fro...
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Posted on: July 22, 2021
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Grover Beach encourages residents to apply to serve on the Parks, Recreation & Beautification Commission, filling a vacancy for a term expiring May 31, 2024. The Commission is an advisory body that meets once a month to provide r...
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Posted on: July 22, 2021
Continuing a long trend of investments in the Grover Beach community, the City is abuzz with a variety of capital improvement projects to continue improving the quality of life in Grover Beach. The Fiscal Year 2021-22 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) inc...
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Posted on: July 19, 2021
The City of Grover Beach is hosting its second of four legally required public districting hearings on Monday, July 26, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. At this hearing, National Demographics Corporation will provide another presentation on the districting pro...
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Posted on: June 30, 2021
In support of the City’s Major City Goals and consistent with the City’s adopted Housing Element, the Grover Beach City Council gave a green light to the development of a 53-unit affordable housing project at a key “opportunity site” previously identified...
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Posted on: June 24, 2021
Under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requires water systems to provide an annual water quality report to all consumers. The 2020 Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) prepared by the Grover Beach Public Works Depar...
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Posted on: June 23, 2021
The City of Grover Beach is launching its first City Council districting process, with the first of four public hearings scheduled to take place on Monday, June 28, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. during the regular City Council Meeting streamed live via SLO-SPAN.
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Posted on: May 27, 2021
The Grover Beach Summer Concert Series is back Sunday afternoons from 3 PM to 6 PM, July 4 through August 16! The community is invited to enjoy a variety of live bands at Ramona Garden Park at 993 Ramona Avenue. Compliance with all applicable state and lo...
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Posted on: April 20, 2021
This week, the City of Grover Beach welcomed Daniel Rushing as its newest Council Member to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of former Council Member Mariam Shah upon moving from the city. The Grover Beach City Council interviewed eight applica...
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Posted on: April 15, 2021
The City of Grover Beach is excited to share that seven City-owned utility boxes along West Grand Avenue have been transformed into public art. This was made possible thanks to talented local artists from Grover Beach and San Luis Obispo County and the Gr...
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Posted on: March 25, 2021
At its March 22, 2021 meeting, the Grover Beach City Council directed staff to finalize the Fiscal Year 2022-26 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) in conjunction with the FY 2021-23 budget process. The CIP includes $13 million for 22 proposed projects in t...
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Posted on: March 23, 2021
Residents of Grover Beach have an opportunity to serve their community as part of the City Council. The City is now accepting applications to serve on the City Council through Friday, April 9 to fill a vacancy created by former Council Member Mariam Shah’...
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Posted on: January 20, 2021
Every two years, the Grover Beach City Council carries out a goal-setting process to establish priorities for making Grover Beach an even better place to live, work, and play. Public input is always a formative component of the Council’s prioritization of...
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Posted on: June 9, 2020
“Public service allows people to impact the lives of not only your neighbors but people throughout our community,” said Wendi Sims, Grover Beach City Clerk. “Running for elected office or serving on a commission is a tremendous opportunity to serve the Gr...
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Posted on: June 9, 2020
The Grover Beach City Council recently adopted an urgency ordinance, which went into effect on June 2 at 5:00pm, to help protect workers through the use of face coverings to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). This ordinance requires l...
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