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Posted on: October 10, 2016

Drone Operators, Learn about the "Know Before You Fly" Program

“Know Before You Fly” is an educational campaign developed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in conjunction with the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International and the Academy of Model Aeronautics to inform users of safe and respons...Read on...

Know Before You Fly Webpage
Posted on: October 9, 2016

Three Seats Up for Grabs for the Lake Forest Senior Advisory Board

Qualified senior candidates who are interested in and passionate about future senior programs are encouraged to apply for a two-year term on the Senior Advisory Board. The Board consists of five members and acts in an advisory capacity to the Parks and Re...Read on...

Senior Advisory Board
Posted on: October 9, 2016

Orange County Fire Authority Hosts Open House

Meet and greet local firefighters, try on firefighter turnouts, and discover safety information in a fun-filled environment! For more information, including nearby open house locations, click on the flyer below.

OCFA Open House Flyer
Posted on: October 9, 2016

Donations Requested to Support Halloween Festivities for the Lake Forest Adopted Marines

The Lake Forest U.S.M.C. Support Committee will make this Halloween extra special for the children of the 1st Law Enforcement Battalion as they transform their headquarters building into a "Haunted House" maze with "trick or treat" sta...Read on...

Lake Forest Marine Corps Support Committee Webpage
Posted on: October 9, 2016

An Opportunity to Provide Your Input for the Civic Center Schematic Design

The new Lake Forest Civic Center has reached another milestone with the recent approval of the Schematic Design showing renderings of City Hall, the community center, the policing center, and a two-story parking structure. The Civic Center project will be...Read on...

Lake Forest Civic Center Webpage
Posted on: October 9, 2016

We Want to Hear From You! Take Our Brief City Website Survey

It’s been over a year since the City revealed a redesigned website with new content, better navigation, and a whole new look and feel. Whether you are a one-time visitor or a seasoned website user, we encourage you to take a less than 2-minute survey to t...Read on...

City Website Survey
Posted on: October 9, 2016

City Launches a "Community Speaks" Contest

As part of the “Don’t Make It Easy” campaign, the City has launched its first contest called the Community Speaks contest. The City is collecting resident-submitted crime prevention tips to be featured in a future edition of The Leaflet. We've already rec...Read on...

Don't Make it Easy Webpage
Posted on: October 5, 2016

Celebrate the 6th Annual Shop and Dine Lake Forest Week from October 23-30

Celebrate the 6th annual Shop and Dine Lake Forest Week to save big on hundreds of deals throughout Lake Forest. If you haven't received your Coupon booklets yet, contact Economic Development at (949) 282-5213. The Coupon Booklet is filled with over 400 ...Read on...

Shop and Dine Lake Forest Week
Posted on: October 3, 2016

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

The Health Care Agency has partnered with local law enforcement and the City of Lake Forest to collect expired, unused or unwanted prescription medications as part of “National Take Back Day” on Saturday, October 22 at Lake Forest City Hall.

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OC Health Info
Posted on: September 28, 2016

Orange County Musicians Team Up with Registrar of Voters to Encourage Election Day Volunteering

Orange County bands LIT, SAVE FERRIS and musician Jason Freese (Green Day, Goo Goo Dolls, Jewel) have teamed up with Registrar of Voters to recruit volunteer poll workers for the November 8 General Election. Click on the video link below to watch the 30-s...Read on...

Public Service Anouncement
Posted on: September 21, 2016

12th Annual Community Emergency Preparedness Academy Begins March 2017

Community members are invited to take part in the 12th annual Community Emergency Preparedness Academy (C.E.P.A.) beginning March 1, 2017. C.E.P.A. is a joint effort between the City of Lake Forest, Orange County Sheriff’s Department, Orange County Fire A...Read on...

C.E.P.A. Webpage
Posted on: August 24, 2016

91 Freeway Weekend Shift

The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) in partnership with Caltrans has begun to repave the 91 Express Lanes from about the 55 freeway in Anaheim to the Orange County/Riverside County line. Paid entirely by the 91 Express Lanes Capital Reserve ...Read on...

OCTA 91 Freeway Shift
Posted on: July 29, 2016

2016 Fall Leisure Times is Available Online!

The Fall 2016 Leisure Times lists all recreation programs from September through November is available online. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. and can be done online, by mail, or walk-in at City Hall or at the Sports Park. Read on...

2016 Fall Leisure Times
Posted on: July 25, 2016

Enter the Sportswriter Essay Contest to be Featured in The Leaflet

If you have a passion for a particular sport, here’s your chance to share it with the community. Selected articles will be published in future editions of The Leaflet. In 300 words or less, submit an article to [email protected] about any sports-rel...Read on...

Posted on: June 10, 2016

Find Your Fun Calendar Contest - Submissions Accepted Through October 14

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Open to pros, amateurs, and everyone in between, the City is inviting residents to showcase how you “Find Your Fun.” Show us what brings a smile to your face – whether it’s rocking out at a summer concert, having a backyard BBQ, or simply taking in the s...Read on...

Posted on: February 25, 2016

Lake Forest Celebrates its 25th Year Anniversary

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In honor of the City’s incorporation on December 20, 1991, the City has had an eventful year so far as we celebrated our city anniversary. We have a few more months of activities planned so please visit our webpage at www.lakeforestca.gov/25years to stay ...Read on...

25th Year Anniversary
Posted on: April 5, 2016

Lane Closure Alert: I-5/Avery Parkway to I-5/I-405

Caltrans has begun restoring pavement south of Avery Parkway overcrossing to the I-5/I-405 separation through Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Hills, Lake Forest, and Irvine. No full freeway closures are planned; however, lane closures are currently i...Read on...

Department of Transportation Project Webpage
Posted on: March 21, 2016

OCTA Approves 2016 Bus Service Plan October 2016

The 2016 Bus Service Plan is one component of OC Bus 360°, an ongoing strategy that examines and implements bus system improvements from every angle. In late 2015, the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) proposed a draft service plan to add, inc...Read on...

OCTA Bus Plan Brochure