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( founder of the Junior Lifeguard Program ) and Graham Harvey ( chairman of the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Foundation ), who recognized community donors for their support .
The $ 7.8-million building was funded through a public-private partnership between the City and the Foundation , using federal funds received by the City through the American Rescue Plan Act ($ 5.2 million ), and private donations to the Foundation ($ 2.051 million ).
The facility includes administrative and event space , expanded storage , locker rooms , and private and public restrooms . The project included improvements to Parking Lot A such as electric vehicle charging stations .
The Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard program , established in 1984 , is one of the City ’ s most popular youth education programs , employing about 60 instructors and averaging 1,400 participants each summer . The seven-week program -- now in its 40th year -- operates from late June through early August .
The new building will be available for public rentals during the off season .
NBPD Welcomes New Deputy Chief , Officers , Staff
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The Newport Beach Police Department proudly welcomed seven new employees at a swearing-in ceremony on June 3 .
The event was attended by community members , City Council members , NBPD staff , and representatives from other law enforcement agencies , reflecting the strong support and collaboration within our community .
The ceremony included the swearing-in of new Deputy Chief Javier Aguilar , two police officers , two dispatchers , and two community services officers . These new staff members bring experience , dedication , and enthusiasm and will help strengthen the department ’ s mission of serving and protecting the Newport Beach community .
Congratulations to all the new NBPD employees !
City Joins 29th Annual Balboa Island Parade
Newport Beach City staff from the Utilities , Public Works , Fire , Police , Harbor and City Manager departments participated in the 29th Annual Balboa Island Parade on June 2 .
The City ’ s decorated heavy equipment provided fun additions to the festive parade , an annual
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tradition sponsored by the Balboa Island Improvement Association . This year ’ s theme was a tribute to the late Jimmy Buffet .
Ride the Free Balboa Trolley This Summer
The Balboa Peninsula Trolley is now operating with free service on weekends and holidays throughout the summer .
The trolley service is available from 10 a . m . to 9:30 p . m . on Saturdays and Sundays as well as on Independence Day ( July 4 ), July 5 and Labor Day ( September 2 ).
There are 22 designated stops along the trolley route . Trolleys are scheduled to arrive in 15-minutes intervals , which may vary slightly depending on traffic conditions . Riders are invited to climb aboard or exit the trolley at any of the stops along the way to and from the Balboa Pier and Fun Zone area .
For those planning a day at the beach , the trolley can accommodate bicycles , surfboards under six feet long , and beach gear . Trolley riders traveling from outside the area can utilize free parking at the City ’ s Avon Street municipal parking lot , located near the intersection of Tustin Avenue and Avon Street .
This service is provided by
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the City of Newport Beach and funded through grants from the Orange County Transportation Authority ( Measure M2 funds ). For more information visit www . newportbeachca . gov / trolley .
Registration for Summer Classes Now Open
Get ready for an exciting summer ! Registration for the City ’ s summer classes is now open .
See the latest Newport Navigator and visit www . newportbeachca . gov / register for more information on summer classes for all ages and interests , as well as community events such as Movies in the Park and July 4 is for Families .
Summer Reading Program Runs through July 27
The Newport Beach Public Library ’ s popular Summer Reading Program runs through July 27 . Sign up today for a summer of great books , prizes , free family activities , science programs , entertaining performances and more !
Stop by any library location or visit www . newportbeachlibrary . org to learn how you can join the fun . The Summer Reading Program is for
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