🌱 Talbert Channel Service Rd Project + PD Reschedules DUI Check

Good day, neighbors! Sylvia here with the Thursday copy of the Huntington Beach Daily.

The City is looking for input on a proposed Talbert Channel service road project. Also, a DUI checkpoint has been rescheduled. Finally, Point In Time is looking for volunteers.

First, today's weather:

Cool with rain, some heavy. High: 59 Low: 50.

Here are the top five stories today in Huntington Beach:

1. Does your home back to the Talbert Channel between Magnolia and Bushard? The City is currently looking for input on a “potential project to improve an existing service road . . . for use as a public multi-use path for bicyclists and pedestrians.” The idea is for the road to connect with the Santa Ana River Trail. Proponents believe this project would lead to a “safer and more direct way for residents of HB to bike, walk or ride other non-motorized vehicles to access the beach, schools, parks and other amenities.” Opponents argue that it exposes the backs of homes to potential burglars, vandals, or people experiencing homelessness. (HB Trails to the Sea)
2. The HBPD has rescheduled its DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint. An official announcement explained that the checkpoint will now take place on Wednesday, January 5. It will run from 6 PM to 3 AM. “Officers will be looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment, as well as checking for proper licensing.” (HBPD)
3. The Point In Time event is looking for volunteers. Openings include Field Surveyor Team Captains, Field Surveyors, and Set-Up Volunteers. Target dates are January 25, 26, and 27. This event is the annual “unsheltered count . . . facilitated by the contracted nonprofit organization, City Net.” (Everyone Counts)
4. If you were planning to take your vehicle on the Balboa Island ferry after Monday, you’ll have to wait a month. The ferry “will not be able to carry cars for about a month.” We learned Wednesday that the utility undergrounding project approved in 2018 is now happening. Pedestrians and cyclists can continue using the ferry. (OC Register)
5. The HBPL Literacy Volunteers announced Tuesday that they will host their first-ever Wine & Words Virtual Event. Author Kaira Rouda will be on hand for this January 22 event. In addition to hearing about Rouda’s latest novel, there will be an auction at the end of the event. (HBN)

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Today in Huntington Beach:

• Morning Prayer at the First Christian Church (6 AM)
• Surf And Turf Thursday at Pelican Isle Restaurant and Bar (4 PM to 8 PM)
• Attend “Pause & Reflect” at the Costa Mesa Bahá'í Center (7 PM)
• The Circle presents ETC!ETC! (9 PM)
• Pre NYE Celebration at Bleu Restaurant & Dancing (10 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Huntington Beach Historical Downtown Walking Tour is scheduled for Wednesday, January 12, from 3:00-5:30pm. This tour will be led by local award-winning historian and author Chris Epting. (Facebook)
• An Irby Park Tract neighbor is re-homing a sweet dog. He’s neutered, friendly, loves to cuddle! Good with cats, and gentle. (Nextdoor)
• Our Lochlea Lane neighbor needs someone who could pick up and deliver a refrigerator from Newport Beach to Huntington Beach. They also need a dishwasher moved from Cypress to Huntington. (Nextdoor)
• Can you point an Estates at Seacliff neighbor in the direction of the best pho or ramen around this area? (Nextdoor)
• An Estates at Seacliff neighbor is looking for good adult mosaic classes. (Nextdoor)

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— Sylvia Cochran

About me: Sylvia Cochran works out of sunny Southern California and has been freelance writing full-time since 2005. She loves dogs, cats, books, plays Best Fiends (don't judge), embraces social justice, and tries to live out Micah 6:8.