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What are City Hall's Hours?

City Hall is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

We are closed most major holidays.

For a listing of dates that City Hall offices will be closed Click here

What is City Hall's Address?

Our address is 10200 Slater Ave., Fountain Valley, CA 92708-4736

For a map of the City, Click here

What are the phone numbers and fax numbers for City Hall?

Phone (714) 593-4400, fax number (714) 593-4498.

For a complete listing of City Phone numbers, Click Here

Who are the Mayor and City Council Members?

To view information on the City Council, Click here

When are the City Council Meetings?

1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. 10200 Slater Ave.

For meeting Agendas and Minutes, Click here

Do you give tours of City Hall?

Yes, tours can be arranged, call the City Council Office at (714) 593-4403 for more information.

What is the phone number to report water pollution?

County of Orange

(714) 567-6363

M-F 8:00 - 5:00 p.m.

(714) 593-4241

(714) 593-4441

Non-business hours:

(714) 593-4483

 

Who do I call if I want to Register for a recreation class, swimming lessons or

a softball league?

Call Community Services at (714) 593-4446.

For more Community Services informaiton, Click here

Who do I call to Rent a room for a wedding reception or a meeting?

Call Community Services at (714) 593-4446.

Can we reserve Heritage Park and how can I contact the Fountain Valley Historical Society?

Call (714) 968-1452 for Heritage Park information and call (714) 968-3501 for Fountain Valley Historical Society information.

Do I need to get a Building Permit to make a home improvement to my home?

Yes, permits can be applied for at City Hall, Building Department.

For Building Permit information, Click here

I need a special trash pickup for large items, who do I call?

Residents can call Rainbow Disposal at (714) 847-3581 to dispose of large household items.  Construction and business waste is not allowed.

What is the Holiday trash pick-up schedule?

Trash pickup is delayed 1 day for the following holidays; Christmas Day, New Years Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day and Thanksgiving Day.  Please go to http://www.rainbowdisposal.com/holiday.php  or contact Rainbow Disposal at (714) 847-3581 for more details.

How do I dispose of Household Hazardous Waste?

Household Hazardous Waste can be brought tot he Orange County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center located at 17121 Nichols Street, Hintington Beach (Rainbow Disposal).  The facility is open 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Tuesday through Saturday.  There is no charge.

Call Rainbow Disposal at (714) 834-6752 or Orange County Integrated Waste Management Department at (714) 834-4000. For Seniors and/or Disabled can call (800) 449-7587 for disposal of oil, batteries, or antifreeze.

Street Sweeping FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS?

Will my street be swept if it is raining?

The City does not sweep streets during periods of rain where water is flowing in the gutter. Streets will be swept on their next scheduled day. The City will sweep if it is only a drizzle and the street is wet.

Today is a holiday, will my street be swept?

Please refer to the following Holiday Street Sweeping Schedule for 2008 by Clicking here.

For further information, please call Field Services at (714) 593-4600.

Who do I call about having my water turned on or off?

Call the Water Department at (714) 593-4420.

Who do I call to ask about the Water Supply or the Water Quality?

Call Public Works Field Services Water Division at (714) 593-4600.

How do I get more information about Flood Zones?

Call Building and Safety Department at (714) 593-4429.

Or visit these websites:  Links to Flood Map information www.FEMA.gov and www.floodmaps.net

I have a question about Code Enforcement, who do I call?

Call Code Enforcement at (714) 593-4444.

The street light out front of my house is burned out, who do I call to fix it?

Call Engineering at (714) 593-4433.

My parkway tree is lifting up the sidewalk, who do I call?

Call Field Services at (714) 593-4600.

For Parkway Tree information, Click here

Who do I call to find out about current Job openings?

Job Openings Call the Personnel Department's Job Line at (714) 593-4409 or to check On-Line, Click here

Who do I call to find out about a Business License?

Business License Call the Business License Department at (714) 593-4421 or for more information, Click here

Who do I call to get my company listed on the City's Bid List?

Call Purchasing at (714) 593-4413.

What are the current bid openings for the city?

Click here for more information on bid openings.

Who do I call if I notice Graffiti?

Graffiti During normal business hours, call (714) 593-4600. After hours and on the weekends, call (714) 593-4485.

Is it legal for people to dig through my trash cans?

No, it is not, such activity is prohibited by FV municipal ordinance.

If you witness someone doing this, please call FV Police Dispatch at (714) 593-4483 and report it.

I got a parking ticket, now what do I do?

Mail your fine in the envelope provided with your ticket. For further information, call (800) 553-4412. For a question regarding the violation, call (714) 593-4485.

I need my fingerprints taken for a job. Where can I go?

Call FV Police at (714) 593-4485 for Fingerprinting Hours and Days.

I got a new bike and need a bicycle license. Where do I go?

Call FV Police at (714) 593-4485 for a schedule.

How do I join Neighborhood Watch?

Call FV Neighborhood Watch at (714) 593-4488

Who is responsible for Cable TV in this area?

Time Warner is the provider; they can be contacted at (714) 903-4000.

To go to the Time Warner website, Click here

For information on the Public Cable Television Authority,

Click here

Where is the Fountain Valley Branch of the Public Library?

17635 Los Alamos. It is located behind City Hall and the Community Center. Call (714) 962-1324 for more information. You can also access http://www.ocpl.org.

What is the Phone number and address to the Chamber of Commerce?

(714) 668-0542, 11100 Warner Ave #204, Fountain Valley, CA 92708.

To go to the Fountain Valley Chamber of Commerce website, Click here

Who are my Congress Members, State Representatives and County Representatives?

Barbara Boxer, United States Senator, (202) 224-3553 and 310.000.5700
Diane Feinstein, United States Senator, (202) 224-3841 and (310) 000-7300
Dana Rohrabacher, U.S. Congressman, 46th District, (714) 960-6483
Van Tran, State Assemblyman, 68th District, (714) 668-2100
Tom Harmon, State Senator, 35th District, (714) 957-4555
Orange County Board of Supervisor 2nd District
John Moorlach, (714) 834-3220

Who do I call if there is a stray animal in my neighborhood?

Call the Orange County Animal Control at (714) 935-6848. If the animal is an immediate threat to the safety of other persons, call 911. Orange County Animal Control is located at 561 City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868. To visit their website, Click here

There is an Opossum in my backyard. Who do I call?

Unless the animal is injured, they can not be disturbed, even in your backyard. You can call (714) 536-3538 for further assistance. If the animal is injured, you can call the Orange County Animal Control at (714) 935-6848.

What about Rats, Mosquitoes, Flies, and other Pests?

Call the Orange County Vector Control at (714) 971-2421.

To visit their website, Click here

I found a bee hive in my yard. Who do I call to have it removed?

 

Call O.C. Beekeeper. (714) 968-1632. This is a private company and will relocate the bees for a donation.

Is there a club for Seniors in Fountain Valley?

Yes, the Fountain Valley Seniors Club is at 16400 Brookhust in Fountain Valley at the Fountain Valley Recreation Center. Phone (714) 775-2400.

What is the number to the Fountain Valley Boys and Girls Club?

They can be reached at (714) 531-2582.

I'm having a large party, can I reserve a space at Mile Square Park?

Yes, contact the County Park Ranger at (714) 973-6600.

What are the phone numbers to Mile Square Golf Course and David L. Baker Golf Course?

Mile Square Golf - (714) 968-4556 David L. Baker Golf - (714) 418.2152.

Where do I go for Birth Certificates and Marriage Certificates?

Contact the County Recorder's Office

Birth Certificates – (714) 834-2872

Marriage Certificates - (714) 834-3005

I have a question about my Property Tax Bill. Who do I call?

Call the County Tax Collector at (714) 834-3411.

To visit their website, Click here

What are the school districts that my child may be attending?

Fountain Valley Elementary School District - (714) 843-3250
Garden Grove Unified School District - (714) 663-6000
Huntington Beach Union High School District - (714) 964-3339
Ocean View Elementary School District - (714) 847-2551

Where is the closest Social Security Office?

17075 Newhope St. Fountain Valley

To visit the Social Security Online office, Click here

Where is the Fountain Valley Post Office?

17227 Newhope Street. (Newhope, between Slater and Warner) (714) 966-0595 or (800) 275-8777.

Where is the closest DMV Office?

In Westminster, 13700 Hoover – (800) 777-0133
In Costa Mesa, 650 W. 19th Street – (800) 777-0133

For additional DMV information or to visit their website, Click here

What Hospitals are located in Fountain Valley?

Fountain Valley Regional Hospital, 17100 Euclid (At Warner)

Phone:  (714) 966-7200

To visit their website, Click here


Orange Coast Memorial Hospital, 9920 Talbert (At Brookhurst)

Phone:  (714) 378-7000

To visit their website, Click here

What Colleges are located in Fountain Valley?

Coastline College, 11460 Warner - (714) 546-7600
University of La Verne, 17400 Brookhurst (714) 964-4215
University of Phoenix - (800) 888-1968

Where is the Immigration Office?

14560 Magnolia Ave, Westminster - (714) 379-3605

I need an Attorney, where can I find one?

Call the Orange County Bar Association for information

at (714) 440-6747 or to visit their website, Click here

Who do I call for Consumer Problems?

Call the State Office of Consumer Affairs at (800) 344-9940.

What is the Longitude and Latitude of Fountain Valley?

Longitude: 117 degrees 57 minutes 30 seconds
Latitude: 33 degrees 42 minutes 30 seconds

What is the elevation of Fountain Valley?

10 - 45 feet above sea level.

What is the City Flower?

India Hawthorn.

What are the City Colors?

Blue and White.

What is the City tree?

Evergreen Pear.

What is the phone number and address of the Better business bureau?

6101 Ball Road
Cypress, CA
(714) 527-0680 Main Number
(714) 527-0783 Complaint Number

 

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