Labor Day Holiday Trash Pickup

Due to the Labor Day holiday, on Monday, September 2, Republic Services trash pickup will be operating on a one-day delay after the holiday. For example, if your trash pickup day is normally on Monday, then your service will occur on Tuesday. The regular trash pickup schedule will resume on Monday, September 9. Please contact Republic Services at 714-238-2444 or www.republicservices.com for questions.

Take a Pledge to Prepare This Fall

Brea Fire reminds us to get prepared. Learn about a new grant-funded emergency preparedness program called "California for All" and take a pledge to get prepared. The City of Brea aims to encourage at least 1,000 Brea residents to “Pledge to Prepare” by 2020. For more details, watch for Brea Fire personnel and CERT members at City events throughout the year starting with the Brea Wellness Festival on September 28. Visit www.cityofbrea.net for more information.

57/Lambert Interchange Improvement Project Update; Construction Has Started

Caltrans has confirmed that they have approved a request from their contractor to start work on the 57/Lambert Interchange Project on Wednesday, August 28, rather than the previously anticipated start date of October 15. Initial construction work will be done at night between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. The daytime operation is scheduled to begin September 9. Lane closures are expected. Drivers are reminded to plan alternate routes, drive carefully and follow all signs and detours posted by Caltrans.

Please stay informed by following Caltrans' website and social media platforms. The City of Brea will also post information as received from Caltrans at www.cityofbrea.net.

Beware of Scammers on the Phone and in Person

Scammers can target anyone and are very persuasive, displaying a sense of urgency during conversations. They will pose as Social Security workers, representatives from the Gas Company or Southern California Edison, or even the victim’s grandchildren. Beware of callers pretending to be family members, urgently asking for money, gift cards or personal information. Scammers have many different tactics, so don’t feel pressured into giving out information to people that you don’t know. Just hang up.

If you are ever in doubt about a caller, or someone at your door with a claim or question that seems suspicious, do not hesitate to call the Brea Police Department for assistance on their non-emergency line, 714-990-7911.