I had an extremely frustrating and unfair experience with parking enforcement in Huntington Beach…read more Back in July, I did pay for parking. I only had cash, so my friend paid the $23 parking fee for me. Unfortunately, when entering my license plate number, he was off by one letter. When we returned to my car, I found a $58 parking ticket -- despite the fact that parking had been paid for. This was clearly an honest, verifiable mistake, not an attempt to avoid paying. At the time, I planned to resolve it the next time I was in the area. However, I live nearly 45 miles away, and life got in the way. When I later went to register my car, I discovered there was now a DMV hold, and the ticket had increased to $83. I immediately contacted the police department, explained that parking had been paid and that the issue was a one-letter license plate error. I was told there was nothing that could be done because I didn't contest it within 21 days -- even though the ticket was issued under incorrect circumstances. When I asked to see a judge, I was told that option was "no longer available" and that my only choice was to pay. No review. No discretion. No accountability. This doesn't feel like enforcement -- it feels like extortion. A system that acknowledges no human error and provides zero recourse after an arbitrary deadline is fundamentally unfair. Holding someone's DMV registration hostage over a paid parking mistake is excessive and unreasonable. I'm incredibly disappointed in how rigid and dismissive this process is, and I hope the city seriously reconsiders how situations like this are handled.

Police officers do not get enough praise for all they deal with daily. On top of that, they still…read moretake the time to offer non-emergency lines so people can ask questions and better understand the law. I just wanted to say THANK YOU for your service, dedication, and sacrifice. It does not go unnoticed.

The Fountain Valley office was such a great experience. I had an appointment and completed my…read moreapplication online beforehand for a name change replacement card, and I was in and out in less than 10 minutes. The staff was very kind and helpful throughout the process, especially Mr. B! He made the experience quick, smooth, and stress-free.

I don't have a comparison of other offices, just the phone services. But I wish I had not hesitated…read moreto come in. I needed to handle something that could not be done online. One phone agent told me they would mail it to me in 7 to 10 business days. Two weeks later I received the wrong document in the mail. I got to the Fountain Valley office and waited for it to open. Five minutes later I had what I needed!

+ Grateful for its free parking lots, particularly on Surf City Marathon day where sponsored buses…read morealso pick you up there and drop you off near the race starting line. - Despite its farther proximity from the starting line compared to closer lots like Pacific City mall, many still came here, so it was super crowded. + However, nearby residential street parking is also free that day. - Unfortunately, what SCM neglected to preinform us that the shuttle back doesn't go straight from the dropoff point back to the Civic Center. It detours to drop some runners off at Edison HS, which basically adds 10min to the bus ride. . Had I known, I'd prob have sought nearer parking for the SCM and just bike the rest of the way. . Somewhat peaceful ambience, albeit loud neighborhood.

This review is solely for the 911 memorial. Everyone has a story of where they were on that tragic…read moreday. I was here in Long Beach watching the news and getting ready for school when I watched as the second plane hit the 2nd tower. That memory has been with me since. While on a weekend trip to san diego we visited the air and space museum and were surprised to see a cruiser on display that was actually at ground zero! When I got back I thought to myself "I wonder if there's other artifacts that I can see around town". A quick search showed that there were pieces of steel from the towers here. So on 9/11 of last year, we drove out here to see the memorial and have a moment of silence for the victims. The memorial is located at the bottom of the staircase in a pentagon shaped base and honors all lost in the towers, flights as well as first responders. In the center stands a steel beam that was part of WTC donated by NYC Fire and Police. It's quite surreal seeing an object from that dark day in history.

I was looking for tracking in my package and the customer service rep was very helpful and…read moreexplained everything to me really well

It all started bad as soon as I entered the post office. I asked the same gentleman J.T. as the…read morelast yelp post mentioned where I should go for the passport renewal? About 40 years ago I remember going in another area for this service and that why I was asking. I remember that being in the south east end of the building not inside the general post office. He rudely said get in line for questions. He was sitting alone at the desk and we made eye contact. He could have said yes, get in line for that, but the shortness was not needed of his reply he said it twice like I was an idiot. lol, then I got in line where he motioned me to go and it turns out that was the front of the line and I was at the back of the line when I first asked him. After I walked back and forth in the Post office and finally got to the correct place in line making a scene because he wasn't quite about anything so neither was I. The same guy J.T. Called my name out for the passport renewal. I just laughed and said it was my lucky day and that was me! He didn't need to make it so difficult and rude. This carried out during the entire process of the paperwork. He had to leave for a second to make a copy and the other poster worker next to him was having a lovely conversation about Boston with a family. I wish I got him. The postal manager of this branch should put Someone else in charge of this service. Most people are excited to get this process done because it means they are going out of the country for most times something fun. JT shouldn't be the guy doing this service because he just can't keep his mouth shut and goes into his personal political beliefs.

Great chamber with many events, well attended. This is a large Chamber of Commerceread more

First Bank is a proud member of the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce. The Huntington Beach…read moreChamber of Commerce is a vital tool in our community that has aided the awareness of the First Bank name. Together we build and promote businesses like yours to succeed which leads to prosperity here in our community.

I visited Noguchi Garden for the first time back in 2019. I was surprised to learn that it's a…read morepublic space because it's nestled between tall office buildings and having driven by for years, I had no clue it was tucked away behind the buildings. It's an outdoor sculpture garden that was commissioned by the Segerstrom family and designed by Isamu Noguchi a Japanese-American artist. It features sculptures made of natural materials, water features and my favorite surprise of all... coastal redwoods! This is one of the very few spots in Southern California where you can be near a coastal redwood tree! My one critique of this space is that it is not easily accessible. You may have to park a couple blocks away and walk over and you might even have to pay for parking, but you can always park at the South Coast Plaza for free and walk over. Shouldn't take more than 10 min.

What a great spot to visit during your breaks or even on your lunch hour. Tucked in the heart of…read moreCosta Mesa, surrounded by high-rises, this place offers a refreshing breath of fresh air. The sculptures are fascinating and pay homage to what once stood here.

There are a supervisor name Trang Thái, & her spouse Thang Duong who are unjust and demeaning to my…read morepatients. Ms. Trang Thai's officers have also told my patients that their supervisor ordered them to "deny all the n648 from Dr. Thoa." I have complained to the central USCIS offices with no response.

My experience at this civics test center was quick and easy--at least for me. I've noticed some…read morepeople were given a harder time, but that seemed to be more about them being underprepared or underqualified rather than the staff's fault. The staff overall were nice and efficient, making the process smooth. However, the front desk lady on the 2nd floor could definitely step it up a bit--she seemed a little less sharp than the rest of the team. If you come prepared and know what you're doing, it's a straightforward experience. Not much more you can ask for from a test center!

This was my second time here for a book event as part of the 'Slice of Literary Orange'…read moreorganization. The venue is very nice with lots of seating and a nice raised stage for the author and interviewer to have their discussion. Just outside is a large parking lot, so finding a spot was not an issue. For the two events I've been to here, they actually give you a free copy of the authors latest book. The only thing I would suggest to them is that when the crowds are large to try and set up the signing line a little better. Overall, though, a very nice venue and a great organization

First time here to see author Julia Quinn do a book talk. Didn't even know this community center…read moreexisted but it's a nice quaint space.

This branch has the biggest selection of musical instruments to check out and the book…read morerecommendations from the staff are always so good! Helpful and kind librarians too!

The library is nice. However the upkeep of the place isn't it. It smells like all the homeless who…read morehang around and the tables and chairs are all dirty. Definitely not very sanitary.

This lottery office is nice I come when I win a bigger amount they give same day checks for up to…read morea 1,000 dollars the employees are really nice it takes about 15 minutes for them to print your check .

If you ever win a little something over $599.00, this is one of the few CA state lottery offices…read moreone can go too and fill out a claim form. If it is between $599-$1000 chances are you can get a same day check. The building is very clean. There are two lines seperated by a small barrier. They require a state ID and a simple claim form. If the winning is over $1000.00 they will send the check in the mail in about 6 weeks. Wait times vary. When I went mid weeknin late afternoon there was no line. The employees were very nice Ample parking.