Mayor's Theme 2009 -- February Postings

Community Viewpoints....


What does the Spirit of Brea mean to you?

Viewpoints and opinions defining what embodies the "Spirit of Brea," received in January were presented to the community at the February 3 Council meeting. To view the Council meeting and presentation, click on the link provided below: http://brea.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=3

New Postings added on 2/17/09 at 4:00 P.M.
Don't forget to vote in the poll located to the right. You can "check" all the boxes that apply -- "uncheck" those that don't before you hit the VOTE button.

Contributions to the Spirit of Brea received in February will be presented and televised at the March 3 Council meeting.


Brea Sports Park's Grand Opening ... (Saturday, Feb. 14)
posted on 2/16/09

The Grand Opening was a great example of what makes Brea a wonderful place to live, work and, in this case, play; providing yet another example of what the Spirit of Brea is all about.

The Dedication ceremony (photo on right) was well attended by the community including a lot of sports-minded kids. Approximately 600 guest attended the grand opening celebration.
The weather cooperated, by giving us a near perfect day to celebrate this important community milestone.

Sports Park Plaque Unveiling...

Getting us into the spirit of the occasion, the Brea Olinda High School Chamber Choir Quartet led us in the National Anthem, being followed by introductions and presentations from State Assemblyman Mike Duval, Supervisor Bill Campbell, and representatives from Congressman Gary Miller's and State Senator Bob Huff's offices.

Parks, Recreation and Human Services Commission Chair, Bill McMillan provided a park overview. Councilmember Don Schweitzer provided an historic perspective of the site.

Gathered around the Sports Park plaque, from left to right are Karalee Etheridge (Congressman Miller's office), Assemblyman Mike Duvall, Mayor Pro Tem Ron Garcia, Councilmember Roy Moore (background), Councilmember Marty Simonoff (background), Mayor John Beauman, Jody Roberto (State Senator Huff's office) (background), Councilmember Don Schweitzer and Supervisor Bill Campbell.

Amongst those celebrating with us was Yorba Linda Councilwoman Jan Horton, and Placentia Councilman Jeremy Yamaguchi. We truly appreciate them participating in this important community event. Also participating in the celebrations were former Mayors Bev Perry and Glenn Parker (current City Treasuer), along with members of the Olinda-Brea School Board, our City Commissioners and Committee members, as well as representatives for all of our Brea teams.

The ceremony concluded with the Brea Olinda High School Chamber Choir Quartet leading the crowd in "Take Me Out to the Ball Game;" followed by a hearty team cheer from the Brea Olinda High School Cheer team!

It wouldn't be the Spirit of Brea without our families....

(photo on right) Niko, Yo, Austin and Shawna Yamamoto.

"The park is gorgeous," Shawna Yamamoto said as she chased after her son Austin.

(photo on left) Brent, McKenzie, and Heather Westbrook enjoy the tot lot at the Sport Park.

(photo below) Jason, Sarah, Bonnie and Emily Diplock, Jenny and Lauren Morck, and Connor Diplock enjoyed being there.

Sports Park photos are compliments of LPA, Inc., Sports Park design team. For more photos taken at the Sports Park dedication go to: http://www.flickr.com/photos/31454067@N03/?saved=1

Valerie Murphy & family wrote: I'd just like to say "thank you" to all those who made the Sports Park possible. My family has lived in Brea for 16 years and, to us, it is one of the most exciting things we've seen done in our city. We don't like to shop a lot, but we sure do enjoy having places for our children to play and enjoy some open space!!!! Yayyy. Job well done. Fantastic.
We drove through it on Sunday and we were so excited. Open play places are good for all! I hope we put some more of our space to this kind of use as opportunities arise. (posted on 2/16/09)

While driving my son Andrew and a friend of his home from school, I listened to the conversation the 8 year olds were having. The discussion was about who they considered to be their best-friends. Andrew quickly stated, "I have a best friend that is an adult and his name is John Beauman". He further explained that his friend is on our City Council and is currently the Mayor. Andrew always looks forward to seeing his friend John in our neighborhood and at local events. This is truly a great part of "The Spirit of Brea". (posted on 2/17/09) Andrew is shown at the Sports Park ground breaking. He is the one with both hands on his hardhat. A great kid and friend!

The following was submitted by the Students of St. Angela Merici’s School, to the attention of the Mayor, thanking the Brea Civic Center (City Hall) for all the great things in our City. Last names are used if provided. (posted on 2/17/09).

The Spirit of Brea through the eyes of the 6th Grade Students at St. Angela Merici School....U make things possible! Thank you so much for all you do to make parks possible. … Thank you for roads, plays and the plunge. Love, Hannah

The "Spirit of Brea" as seen through the eyes of our children....

Ric Clough wrote regarding his son, Andrew:

You guys make a lot of things possible. Such as, parks, roads, community centers, city government, plunge, plays, and recreation areas. by Madeline H.

Thank you for all your hard work. I especially like the plunge. Your plays are also very good. Your streets are also very smooth. by Will M.

Thank you for making the plunge, plays and parks possible. by Madlien

Thank you for making the convenient community center, thrilling plunge, smooth streets and beautiful parks. Without you we wouldn’t have half of what we have in Brea. You are a great help to the community. by Alyssa Rifilan

You rock my polka dot socks! Thanks for making Brea so nice. I enjoy everything you do, it’s so beautify. by Madilyn (also submitted artwork shown above)

Thanks a lot for all the plays I used to do a lot of them. Also it’s so much fun to go to the plunge with my summer camp. I love to go to the summer camps at the civic center called Triple Threat. It’s a lot of fun to go to the parks and feed the ducks. Thank you for all the places in Brea. by Lauren Mollese

Thanks for all that you’ve done! Brea wouldn’t have all that it has if it wasn’t for you! The plunge, parks, plays, and recreation areas are all so cool! You help to shape our community and government into what it is. Without you, Brea wouldn’t be Brea! by Adam Pocheco

I thank you for the plunge, the parks, the government, and the plays. Please don’t stop doing it. I bet all of Brea will agree with me. by Max Marzola

The following Students expressed their appreciation for "the plunge, plays, parks, roads, and recreation areas": Michael Gonzales, Brianna, Savanna, Wyatt Sebourn, Ryan Nichols, Marissa, Mia, Tara Ribisi, Mark Chopman, Elizabeth W., Matthew M., Stephen Flores, Karissa, Olivia, Kaylie, Derek Lou, Austin, Sofia Minassian, Gabriel Z.

(PS: If you see a misspelled student-name, please let me know via email so I can correct it—at johnbeauman2@aol.com Thanks!)

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