Elevation 6752'
The Official Newsletter of the City of Big Bear Lake, CA
Elevation 6752' is presented to keep our residents, property owners, investors, businesses, and visitors well-informed about the City of Big Bear Lake's issues, projects, and initiatives!

Issue #22-6 - Published September 1, 2022
NEW CITY MANAGER JOINS THE CITY SEPTEMBER 19
Erik Sund will officially be joining the City management team on September 19 as the City Manager.
 
Sund comes to the City of Big Bear Lake with over thirty-four years of experience in local municipal service. Most recently, he served as the City Manager for the City of San Clemente - having been appointed into that position in June 2020 after serving as Assistant City Manager for six years. Prior to his service with the City of San Clemente, Sund served the City of Long Beach, the City of Downey and the City of Irvine in various management roles focusing on financial administration, project management and business relations. 

We are thrilled to have Erik be a part of the staff, and we ask you all to join us in welcoming Erik Sund to our community!
GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATES
The Nomination Period for the November 8 2022 General Municipal Election closed on August 12. The following individuals will appear on the ballot for consideration:

DISTRICT 1 (special recall election)
  • Jim Eakin
  • Kendi Segovia

DISTRICT 2
  • Rick Herrick
  • Omar Torres Cazares

DISTRICT 3
  • Randall Putz
  • Paul Sokoloff

DISTRICT 4
  • Robert Barton
  • Perri Melnick
  • Cory Blake Miholich

For additional information on the upcoming November 2022 General Municipal Election, please visit our website: www.citybigbearlake.com/elections

Use our interactive district map to determine what district you reside in.
BIG BEAR LAKE UNDER "DANGER LEVEL" ADVISORY
The Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board has recommended a lake-wide ‘Danger Level’ recreational advisory due to levels of microcystin (a toxin that is released by cyanobacteria) detected in Big Bear Lake.

It is advised that all persons and animals stay out of the water. It is also advised no persons consume fish that are caught from the lake.

For questions regarding recent advisories, please contact our local Water Quality Control Offices at 951-782-4130.
UPCOMING EVENTS IN BIG BEAR LAKE
Music in the Mountains
September 3
Take a seat under the stars at the Big Bear Discovery Center Amphitheater and enjoy the best in country, classic and contemporary rock, 7,000 feet above Southern California!

This concert series features your favorite tribute bands, great food and expanded bar service.
Labor Day Weekend Fireworks Show
September 4
Visit Big Bear will host the first ever Labor Day Fireworks Show marking the unofficial close to the summer season!

Big Bear Yoga Festival
October 1 & October 2
Two days of music, movement, health, food & fun! You can choose from lectures on health and wellness, a wide range of yoga classes, live music and guided meditation along with lots of outside fun like hiking, browsing in the Vendor Village, Kid's Play Area, and more!
Don't forget to check these events out:

  • Cool Run in the Mountains; September 3; 10 am - 5 pm; Big Bear Lake Convention Center - The 11th Annual Cool Run Car Show features 100+ unique and classic cars, vendors, live entertainment. Presented by Rodriders of Big Bear, the event raises funds for several local charities including Doves and local Animal Rescue programs.

  • Oktoberfest; September 10 - November 5. A festival like no other, guests are treated to authentic German entertainment; feast on Brats and Knockwursts direct from the German butcher; and enjoy the very same beers poured at Munich’s Oktoberfest for more than 150 years! Purchase your tickets now!

For more upcoming events, visit www.bigbear.com/events
Elevation 6752' -
The Official Newsletter of the City of Big Bear Lake!
Thank you for checking out this issue of Elevation 6752', the official newsletter of the City of Big Bear Lake, CA! This newsletter is presented to keep you well-informed about the City's issues, projects, and initiatives, and is complemented by other public communications strategies as needed. The City Council, Planning Commission, City staff, and numerous others are all working hard to provide the highest quality City services, in a helpful and professional manner, and promote new public and private investment in our community - in order to enhance the quality of life and visitor experience - and we want to make sure you are well-informed about our efforts on your behalf!
City of Big Bear Lake
39707 Big Bear Blvd. PO Box 10000, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Phone: (909) 866-5831 | Fax: (909) 866-5491