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Oil, Oranges and Opportunities
Brea, one of the oldest communities within Orange County, was incorporated in 1917 as the city of oil, oranges and opportunity. Already well established as an oil producer, Olinda Village in Brea's rolling northern hills continued to draw workers and it was time to organize a town and prepare for future growth. Today, Brea is a bustling, but close-knit community of 40,000 residents, who enjoy a high level of public services rarely found in a smaller community. The City of Brea operates as a “full service city,” providing a wide range of services including police and fire protection, water and sanitation services, construction and maintenance of streets and infrastructure, recreational, human services, and the cultural arts, as well as a proactive communication and community outreach program. Brea also supports an outstanding Brea Olinda Unified School District including campuses recognized as California Distinguished Schools and a National Blue Ribbon high school.
Brea encourages community involvement and feedback. Stay informed on community news—Bookmark this website and visit regularly; sign up to receive our Brea News e-mail updates. Watch Brea City Council meetings live and replayed on Brea Channel 3, and webcast online. Read the city newsletter, the Brea Line, published six issues yearly and mailed to your home. Have a question, or comment? We’d love to hear it, just tell us. New residents: Welcome to Brea, your new home town! Make your move easier, click here for helpful new resident information.
| Brea Civic & Cultural Center | (714) 990-7600 |
| Public Information | (714) 990-7673 |
| Comment Line (24-hour Message line) | (714) 990-7707 |
| Brea Community Center | (714) 990-7100 |
| Brea Senior Center | (714) 990-7750 |
New Resident Basics
Here is a list of important things you need to know as a resident of Brea. In this article you will find out how to hook up your utilities, guidelines and restrictions, as well as the different city permits you may need.
City Services and Recreational Activities
The City of Brea offers a wide range of services for the community. From maintaining parks and planning annual community events, to hosting youth and adult sports, and featuring Theatre performances and gallery exhibits, there's something for everyone.
Contact the City
There are many ways you can contact and keep in touch with the City of Brea 24-hours a day, seven days a week. Read more to find out how you can leave questions, suggestions or voice concerns.
Brea Schools
In Brea, the focus is always on quality education. The City is served primarily by the Brea Olinda Unified School District, but there are also portions of Brea served by other high school and K-8 school Districts. In addition, Brea is the home to a number of pre-schools and private schools.
Library
Hospitals Serving Brea
Volunteering to Make a Difference
Volunteerism is an important community value at the City of Brea. You can volunteer on your own, with a friend, with co-workers, or with your family.
OCTA Really Gets Around Town
With ever rising fuel costs, this is the time to discover a more affordable way to get around. You may not have paid much attention to buses circulating across town on a daily basis, but these days more people keep asking, “Where do they go?”