The new mayor of Big Bear Lake for the coming year is Liz Harris, following a 4-1 vote at last night’s meeting of the City Council of Big Bear Lake. Outgoing Mayor Rick Herrick opened the Council reorganization by noting, “I’ve truly enjoyed the last few years, sitting here as mayor,” though added, “it’s time for somebody else to sit here for a bit” before nominating Harris, … [Read more...] about City Council Reorganizes: Liz Harris Named Big Bear Lake Mayor, Darrell Mulvihill Continues as Fire District Chairman
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Big Bear Library Hosts Weekly Programs for Children, Including Holiday Event on Thursday
In addition to literacy classes for adults and other special programs, the Big Bear Library also has a series of special activities for children and teens, including a special holiday event planned for this Thursday. On first and third weeks of the month, the Big Bear Library hosts Teen Tuesdays, for those ages 12 through 17; the next Teen Tuesday, during which time there are … [Read more...] about Big Bear Library Hosts Weekly Programs for Children, Including Holiday Event on Thursday
Morning Earthquake of 1.7 Magnitude Centered Outside Big Bear Lake
If you felt a little rattle just after the 9am hour [today, December 15], that was a 1.7 magnitude earthquake, centered six miles northwest of Big Bear Lake at 9:09am. The U.S. Geological Survey reports that the 1.7 quake registered a depth of over five miles. … [Read more...] about Morning Earthquake of 1.7 Magnitude Centered Outside Big Bear Lake
BBARWA Update: Debt Policy Implemented and Capital Improvement Plans Outlined
The Governing Board for the Big Bear Area Regional Wastewater Agency held this month’s regular meeting last week, rather than waiting for the fourth Wednesday of the month, as this falls on December 23. The Board of five, which includes Chair Liz Harris, John Day, Rick Herrick, Rick Ollila and Tom Brandau, finalized the elements of BBARWA’s capital improvement plans through … [Read more...] about BBARWA Update: Debt Policy Implemented and Capital Improvement Plans Outlined
Snow Conditions Remain in Effect; City Offers Driveway Snow Poles for Purchase
The Public Works crew and staff at the City of Big Bear Lake have already established Snow Conditions twice this season, and remind residents of a few key things during winter weather. The City once again offers snow poles, available to Big Bear Lake residents only, for those who want to install them on either side of their driveway, in anticipation of snow plowing. The orange … [Read more...] about Snow Conditions Remain in Effect; City Offers Driveway Snow Poles for Purchase