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Placentia
City
Official seal of Placentia
Seal
Motto: 
"A pleasant place to live."[1]
Location of Placentia within Orange County, California.
Location of Placentia within Orange County, California.
Country United States
State California
CountyOrange
Government
 • City CouncilMayor
Scott Nelson
Mayor Pro-Tem
Joe Aquirre
Connie Underhill
Jeremy B Yamaguchi
Chad Wanke
 • TreasurerCraig Green
 • City ClerkPatrick Melia
 • City ManagerTroy L. Butzlaff
Area
[2]
 • Total
6.582 sq mi (17.048 km2)
 • Land6.568 sq mi (17.011 km2)
 • Water0.014 sq mi (0.037 km2)  0.22%
Elevation
272 ft (83 m)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total
50,533
 • Density7,700/sq mi (3,000/km2)
Time zoneUTC-8 (PST)
 • Summer (DST)UTC-7 (PDT)
ZIP codes
92870-92871
Area code714
FIPS code06-57526
GNIS feature ID1661237
WebsiteCity of Placentia California

Placentia is a city in northern Orange County, California. The population was 50,533 at the 2010 census, up from 46,488 at the 2000 census. This includes the community of Atwood, which is included in the city of Placentia, and is located in its southernmost quadrant. Primarily known as a bedroom community, Placentia is known for its quiet neighborhoods and strong public safety.

History

The name of the city is derived from the Latin word for "pleasant".[3]

Geography

Placentia is located in Orange County at 33°52′57″N 117°51′18″W / 33.88250°N 117.85500°W / 33.88250; -117.85500 (33.882364, -117.855130).Template:GR According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.6 square miles (17 km2). 6.6 square miles (17 km2) of it is land and 0.22% is water. The 57 Freeway (Orange Freeway) runs through the southwest section of Placentia. The 91 Freeway (Riverside Freeway) passes directly south of the city. Districts in Placentia include the Neighborhood of La Jolla, and the formerly unincorporated community of Atwood.

Demographics

2010

The 2010 United States Census[4] reported that Placentia had a population of 50,533. The population density was 7,677.0 people per square mile (2,964.1/km²). The racial makeup of Placentia was 31,373 (62.1%) White, 914 (1.8%) African American, 386 (0.8%) Native American, 7,531 (14.9%) Asian, 74 (0.1%) Pacific Islander, 8,247 (16.3%) from other races, and 2,008 (4.0%) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 18,416 persons (36.4%).

The Census reported that 50,196 people (99.3% of the population) lived in households, 253 (0.5%) lived in non-institutionalized group quarters, and 84 (0.2%) were institutionalized.

There were 16,365 households, out of which 6,310 (38.6%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 9,399 (57.4%) were opposite-sex married couples living together, 2,070 (12.6%) had a female householder with no husband present, 897 (5.5%) had a male householder with no wife present. There were 747 (4.6%) unmarried opposite-sex partnerships, and 91 (0.6%) same-sex married couples or partnerships. 2,880 households (17.6%) were made up of individuals and 1,274 (7.8%) had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.07. There were 12,366 families (75.6% of all households); the average family size was 3.44.

The population was spread out with 12,445 people (24.6%) under the age of 18, 5,202 people (10.3%) aged 18 to 24, 13,945 people (27.6%) aged 25 to 44, 12,598 people (24.9%) aged 45 to 64, and 6,343 people (12.6%) who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36.0 years. For every 100 females there were 97.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.7 males.

There were 16,872 housing units at an average density of 2,563.2 per square mile (989.7/km²), of which 10,681 (65.3%) were owner-occupied, and 5,684 (34.7%) were occupied by renters. The homeowner vacancy rate was 0.8%; the rental vacancy rate was 4.7%. 31,761 people (62.9% of the population) lived in owner-occupied housing units and 18,435 people (36.5%) lived in rental housing units.

Picture charts of demographic breakdown and downloadable spreadsheet can be found at PlacentiaResidents.org.

2000

As of the censusTemplate:GR of 2000, there were 46,488 people, 15,037 households, and 11,683 families residing in the city. The population density was 7,051.3 inhabitants per square mile (2,723.7/km²). There were 15,326 housing units at an average density of 2,324.6 per square mile (897.9/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 67.76% White, 1.77% African American, 0.83% Native American, 11.16% Asian, 0.18% Pacific Islander 13.58% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 31.10% of the population.

There were 15,037 households out of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.5% were married alternative couples living together, 50.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.3% were non-families. 16.0% of all households were made up of individuals and 4.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.07 and the average family size was 3.42.

In the city the population was spread out with 27.0% under the age of 18, 9.5% from 18 to 24, 32.0% from 25 to 44, 22.4% from 45 to 64, and 9.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females there were 98.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $62,803, and the median income for a family was $68,976. These figures had risen to $77,496 and $83,674 respectively as of a 2007 estimate.[5] Males had a median income of $46,956 versus $34,184 for females. The per capita income for the city was $23,843. About 5.7% of families and 8.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.2% of those under age 18 and 5.7% of those age 65 or over.

Economy

Currently, Placentia has a $20,000,000 metrolink project scheduled to start in the downtown area in 2013. This project is in conjunction with the Orange County Transit Authority (OCTA), and will assist in the continued revitalization of the area, which is also scheduled for the building of more transit oriented housing to complement the train station, mixed use, retail and entertainment. All designed to enhance Placentia's unique presence in Orange County. Placentia is also working with the OCTA on the 'OC Bridges' project. The project, combined with the city of Fullerton, provides approximately $580,000,000 in funding to build underpasses and/or overpasses at the major north-south roadways in the two cities. The roadways are Lakeview, Ave., Rose/Tustin, Orangethorpe Ave., Kraemer Blvd., Placentia Ave., State College Blvd. and Raymond Ave. The project currently has Placentia Ave. underway, with all crossings to be completed by 2017.

Knott's Berry Farm Foods is based in Placentia.
The Bruery is located in Placentia.

Arts and culture

Museums and other points of interest

In the southwest, or downtown area, is the Placentia-Santa Fe District, which boasts some of the best Mexican restaurants in Orange County. People come from all parts of Orange County to dine in the popular downtown area.

Government

Local

Placentia is a Charter city with an elected city council and professional city manager.

Placentia City Council

  • Mayor- Scott W. Nelson
  • Mayor Pro Tem- Joe Aguirre
  • Council Member- Constance Underhill
  • Council Member- JeremyYamaguchi
  • Council Member- Chad Wanke

City Clerk- Patrick Melia

City Treasurer- Craig Green

City Administrator-Troy Butzlaff

Assistant City Administrator—Ken Domer

City Attorney-Andy Arczynski

The Board of Education for the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District is:

  • Eric Padget, School Board President
  • Karin Freeman, School Board Vice-President
  • Carol Downey, School Board Clerk
  • Judi Carmona, School Board Trustee
  • Carrie Buck, School Board Trustee
  • David Christensen, Student Board Representative, Valencia High School

The current mayor is Scott W. Nelson (2012-2013). Prior mayors (since 1989) are Norman Z. Eckenrode (1989–90, 1993–94, 1996–98), Arthur G. Newton (1990–91), John O. Tynes (1991–92), Maria Moreno (1992–93), Michael Maertzweiler (1994–95, 1999–2000), Carol Downey (1995–96), Constance Underhill (1998–99, 2006–2007), Chris Lowe (2000–02), Scott P. Brady (2002–03, 2004–06), Judy Dickinson (2003–04), Gregory Sowards (2008–2009), Joseph Aguirre (2009–2010) Scott W. Nelson (2007–2008, 2010–2011), Jeremy Yamaguchi (2011-2012) Unless otherwise noted, mayoral terms begin and end in December.)

State and federal

In the state legislature, Placentia is located in the 29th Senate District, represented by Republican Bob Huff, and in the 72nd Assembly District, represented by Republican Chris Norby.

Federally, Placentia is located in California's 40th and 42nd congressional districts, which have Cook PVIs of R +8 and R +10 respectively[6] and is represented by Republicans Ed Royce and Gary Miller respectively.

Education

Public schools

Placentia is a part of the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD). There are three high schools in the city:

  • El Dorado High School.
  • Valencia High School. The oldest high school in Placentia, opened in 1933. VHS offers an IB program as well as a technology track known as ValTech.
  • El Camino Real High School. Named a "Model Continuation High School" by the California State Department of Education.

In addition, Placentia supports three public middle schools: Kraemer Middle School, Valadez Middle School Academy, and Tuffree Middle School. The city houses numerous public elementary schools: Brookhaven Elementary, George Key Elementary, Golden Elementary, Morse Elementary, Melrose Elementary, Ruby Drive Elementary, Sierra Vista Elementary, Tynes Elementary, Van Buren Elementary, and Wagner Elementary.

Independent schools

The Parkview School provides an independent study K-12 school for students who are "homeschoolers, student actors, junior athletes, chronically ill, or in various other situations for which an alternative to classroom-based instruction is desirable."[7]

Notable people

Community

A city-wide email list and forum is currently being developed as a free service by a local volunteer and resident: PlacentiaResidents.org

References

  1. ^ "City of Placentia California Website". City of Placentia California Website. Retrieved September 14, 2012.
  2. ^ U.S. Census
  3. ^ "Profile for Placentia, California, CA". ePodunk. Retrieved September 14, 2012.
  4. ^ Template:USCensus-2010CA
  5. ^ "Fact Sheet: Placentia city, California: 2006-2008". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2010-08-26.
  6. ^ "Will Gerrymandered Districts Stem the Wave of Voter Unrest?". Campaign Legal Center Blog. Retrieved 2008-02-10.
  7. ^ "Homeschooling through Parkview School". Retrieved 2008-10-12. {{cite news}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |coauthors= (help)
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