Seal Beach city officials have seen an increase in complaints regarding violations of the city’s municipal code by animal owners.
Specifically, dogs on the beach, dogs on the pier, unleashed dogs, and owners adherence to sanitary standards. In response, the police department and Long Beach Animal Care Services, the City’s animal control provider, will proactively respond to these complaints.
City staff would like to remind residents and visitors of regulations specific to these complaints. Seal Beach Municipal Code §9.05.090 says, “No person shall permit any dog or other animal owned or possessed by such person to be in or upon the city beach.”
Signage on the Seal Beach Pier prohibits dogs on the pier. Animal owners who wish to enjoy beach activities with their pets are encouraged to use the nearby Huntington Beach “Dog Beach” located on Pacific Coast Highway between Seapoint Avenue and 21st Street.
Seal Beach Municipal Code §7.05.080 mandates that “No cat owner or dog owner shall fail or refuse to remove feces defecated by the animal onto city property or onto private property not owned by such owner.”
Pet owners are reminded to responsibly pick up after their dogs in order to protect the environment and ensure the enjoyment of the facilities by all human visitors.
“The City of Seal Beach continues to be a pet friendly community. Adherence to these restrictions will enhance the safety and quality of life for our residents, visitors, and pets as well as protect our natural environment,” said Lt. Bob Mullins of the Seal Beach Police Department.
City officials are encouraging dog owners to enjoy the city’s dog park at Arbor Park. The dog park is located off of the north side of Lampson Avenue at Heather Street. The dog park was created so that responsible adults could allow dogs to be without leashes within fenced areas. This opportunity is a great option for dog owners wishing to allow their dogs to run free, as §7.05.055 of the Seal Beach Municipal Code states that, “No owner of a dog shall permit the animal to be at large unless it is leashed.” Residents are reminded to display their pet’s license when using the dog park. Non-residents can purchase a dog park license through Long Beach Animal Care Services. For more information, call ACS at 562-570-PETS.
Police report drug take back success
The Seal Beach Police Department reported collecting more than 225 pounds of unused medications at the National Drug Take Back Day event on Saturday, April 26.
Los Alamitos Police Capt. Bruce McAlpine said his department collected approximately 160 pounds of medications on the same day.
This was the public’s eighth opportunity in four years to rid their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs.
Last April 2013, Americans turned in 371 tons of prescription drugs at over 5,800 sites operated by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and state and local law enforcement.
Crime Log Compiled by Charles M. Kelly
IN SEAL?BEACH
Monday, April 21
Vandalism Report—7:26 a.m.—Neptune Avenue—The caller reported a cut chain link fence that backed up to the Naval Weapons Station’s property. Police contacted the Navy base.
They were aware of the cut fence. There was no evidence of recent damage to the fence. Repair requests have been made. No repair date was available yet. No futher police services were necessary.
IN LOS?ALAMITOS
Tuesday, April 1
Welfare Check—5:40 a.m.—Katella and Lexington—The caller reported a man, described as a transient, was hit by an unknown vehicle that ran the red light. The individual was walking southbound on Lexington, holding his arm. The caller said pieces of a vehicle were scattered in the middle of the street. The pedestrian wore a black hoodie sweatshirt while walking with two other men and a woman. Police found the victim at the Katella Delicatessen, who was possibly struck by a black Honda. Report taken.
Threat—8:27 a.m.—Reagan Street—The caller reported having a man on the phone who wanted the extension to a medication hotline. Individual had no phone and refused to provide a name or any information. No counselors were available or on duty.
Monday, April 7
Disturbance – 11:16 p.m.—Katella Avenue—The caller reported a suspect who allegedly caused a disturbance. He had previously been kicked out of a bar, where he became argumentative and threatened to return with a gun.
Tuesday, April 8
Counseling—8:42 p.m.—Walnut Street—The caller said a neighbor who lives nearby threatened their 17-year-old son. The individual had gotten upset about someone removing his laundry from the dryer. The youth admitted to doing this and said it was out of necessity only after the individual had removed his items, which were still wet. Individual then threatened the youth multiple times to assault him if he didn’t leave his immediate presence. Individual’s sister said the individual in question has anger and violence issues, and that he doesn’t deal well with reality.
Disturbance, Family—9:44 p.m.—Olympic Drive—The caller reported her son was violent and refusing to leave the garage. He had no weapons and used to use methamphetamines. The caller said her son used to be in a mental institution and that he has paranoid schizophrenia. The caller was leaving the residence.
Friday, April 11
Suspicious Person—6:00 a.m.—Los Alamitos Medical Center—The caller said a man in the main lobby was asking for pain medications. The individual had been in the emergency room earlier and appeared to be under the influence. He was asked to leave and just went out the front door. Patrol conducted a field interview of the man.
IN ROSSMOOR
Tuesday, April 22
Petty Theft Report—10:09 a.m.—Los Alamitos Boulevard.
Suspicious Person or Circumstances—8:43 p.m.—St. Albans Drive—The caller said a man was looking toward houses and into vehicles.
Wednesday, April 23
Suspicious Person in Vehicle—2:39 p.m.—Mainway Drive and Silver Fox Road—The caller reported a man in a truck just sitting there, watching kids in the park. The caller said he had been watching the kids for the last two days.
Identity Theft—4:12 p.m.—Walker Lee Drive.
Suspicious Person or Circumstances—6:14 p.m.—Donovan Road—The caller said a man was going door-to-door in the neighborhood. The caller said he was unknown to the area and this was an on-going issue with the same individual.
Thursday, April 24
Suspicious Person in Vehicle—7:22 p.m.—Salmon Drive—The caller reported a man driving slowly through the area and stopping at homes.
Friday, April 25
Suspicious Person in Vehicle—10:18 a.m.—Bostonian Drive—The caller reported a man was in a white sedan with writing on the window.
Disturbance—11:24 p.m.—Bostonian Drive and Foster Road—The caller reported an unspecified number of individuals throwing water balloons at passing vehicles from a moving vehicle.
Saturday, April 26
Stolen Vehicle—9:10 p.m.—Los Alamitos Boulevard.
Sunday, April 27
Burglary Report—4:42 a.m.—St. Albans Drive—This was apparently a vehicle burglary.
Stolen Vehicle Tracking System Activated—9:23 a.m.—Newbury Road and Inverness Drive—An individual was arrested as a result of this call.
Burglary Report—12:27 p.m.—Hillrose Drive—This was apparently a residential burglary. The resident left two hours earlier and just got home.
The resident provided police with suspect information.
Suspicious Person in Vehicle—9:20 p.m.—Weatherby Road and Orangewood Avenue—The caller said a car with unknown individuals inside it had been parked in the location for an hour.
IN BELMONT SHORE
Tuesday, April 22
Breaking and Entering—9:40 p.m.—East Ocean Boulevard—This was apparently a residential burglary.
Ted Apodaca of the News-Enterprise and Jeff Miller of the Belmont Shore Residents Association contributed to this article.
