Snoopy House Schedule - Costa Mesa

For the second consecutive year, Costa Mesa City Hall will be home to the 46th annual Snoopy House holiday display from Dec. 14 through Dec. 25 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The iconic display was originally hosted by the Jordan family in Eastside Costa Mesa for 44 years before City Hall became its new location last year.
Volunteers are being sought to assist in various stages of the event to ensure its continued success:

• On Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Dec. 2 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., volunteers are needed to assist with moving, setting, and assembling display pieces.
• From Dec. 6 through Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., volunteers are needed to assist with painting, trimming, and other maintenance of the display pieces.
• From Dec. 14 through Dec. 25, volunteers are being sought to work at the community booth from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. nightly.
• From Dec. 26 through Dec. 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the display will be disassembled, and volunteers are needed to assist with moving display pieces.

Please note that heavy lifting will be required for those assisting with moving and setting display pieces. Time slots are flexible, and large community groups are welcomed to volunteer. To volunteer, contribute items, or obtain more information, contact Jim Jordan at (714) 556-3036 or snoopyhouse@gmail.com.

In-kind donations of supplies are also being requested and contributions may be made in whole or part. Monetary donations toward the purchase of supplies are also welcomed. Some of the items needed include:

• 12 rolls of LED light strands in C7 or C9 lamp size. Rolls are approximately 65’.
• 50 sleeves of tinsel garland in mixed colors.
• 10 assorted wreaths in 12” to 24” sizes.
• 12 Santa hats.
• 12 cans each of black and white spray paint.
• Epson Artisan 725 printer ink in all colors.
• Matte finish photo paper and photo sleeves to accommodate 2,500 to 3,000 prints.
• 3,000 6” red and white candy canes.
• Apple cider and 6 oz. cups.

For a complete list of supplies needed, please visit the Snoopy House page. To make a monetary donation toward the purchase of supplies, please make checks payable to: City of Costa Mesa Snoopy House. Checks may be dropped off or mailed to: City Hall, Finance Department, 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. A donation drop box will also be available at the community booth during the event.

License Your Dog(s) Costa Mesa

Each dog over four months of age kept in the city of Costa Mesa must be licensed and have a current rabies vaccination. It is required that all dogs wear the license tag at all times, attached to a collar or harness. Dog licenses are non-transferable and non-refundable.

Service dogs registered pursuant to California Food and Agriculture Code sections 30850-30854 as well as retired and active military/police dogs must still conform with local rabies control and licensing laws but are exempt from license fees. Proof of their status is required to receive this exemption.

Licenses are issued on an annual basis and it is the responsibility of the dog owner to ensure that rabies vaccines and dog licenses are kept current.

For more information about licensing your dog goto LICENSING AND PERMITS with the City of Costa Mesa. You can also download the APPLICATION here.

FREE Tool Rental Program - Costa Mesa

Did you know the city of Costa Mesa has a tool rental program for owner occupants of single-family (1-4 units) residences?

Costa Mesa residential homeowners may submit an application to be considered for a $500 voucher for tool rental (federal income limits apply). This is not a reimbursement program, and paint-related tools are excluded. As funds are limited, vouchers will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis.

Check out the FLIER for more info. There is also a RENTAL LIST of tools and prices.

If interested in applying download the APPLICATION.

Bicycle Licensing - Costa Mesa

Did you know all residents of the city of Costa Mesa are required to have their bicycles licensed?

Costa Mesa Municipal Code Section 4-3: Bicycle License Required reads, “No person residing in the City of Costa Mesa shall ride or propel any bicycle upon a public street, sidewalk, alley, bicycle, lane, path, or any public property, or have in his possession any bicycle which has not been licensed ...or which does not bear a bicycle license plate as required by the provisions of this chapter."

There is no cost for this service.

Bicycles may be licensed at:

Costa Mesa Police Department
Front Desk & Lobby
99 Fair Drive
Monday through Friday: 8:00 am to 7:00 pm
Saturdays: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Costa Mesa Fire Stations (When Occupied)