To our City of Hope First Responders, Police Department, and School Officials:
I would first like to apologize for any inconvenience that may have occurred regarding the recent gas leak incident at Hope High School, on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. In addition, I want to express our heartfelt thanks for the quick, professional, and coordinated response to you all had to the incident on that Tuesday. Your swift actions ensured the safety of the community, particularly the students, staff, and families at Hope High School, and helped to avoid what could have been a much more dangerous situation.
We are especially grateful to Summit Utilities, the Hope Police Dept., Hope Fire Dept., and the school officials who worked together during this critical event. The clear communication and proactive measures you all took to protect everyone, especially the students, did not go unnoticed. Your teamwork and calmness in such an event were deeply reassuring to everyone involved.
We would also like to recognize the role school officials played ensuring the safety and well-being of the students, coordinating the necessary procedures, and providing support to families and staff. Your dedication to the safety of our students is invaluable, and we are deeply appreciative of all that you do, especially in times of crisis.
Please know that your hard work and commitment to keeping our community safe, especially our students, have made a lasting impact. We are incredibly fortunate to have such a skilled and caring team of professionals looking out for us.
Once again, thank you for your service, your dedication, and your unwavering commitment to our community. We are deeply grateful for all you do, and we stand in support of you.
With sincere appreciation,
Maurice Henry, HPS Director of Facilities & Transportation