Katie and Bill Slavin have lived in Huntington Beach for
22 years. Katie worked for the South Orange County
Community College District. Bill was an engineer in the
semi-conductor field.The Slavins like the beach and the pier. They ride bicycles
there; they walk there; and Bill likes to watch the
girls play volleyball on the beach. They enjoy the
concerts at the pier and Tuesday nights downtown.
On their first date
they rode bicycles to the pier. They have attended the
4th of July Parade for 22 years. They have worked on the
city's Rose Parade float. Katie has served as the
coordinator between the float designers and the float
builders. If you look on the plaque on the pier, you
will find Katie's name. Like many HB residents, Bill and
Katie are concerned about the Bolsa Chica area. They are
members of and contribute to the Bolsa Chica Land Trust.
Animals are also
important to the Slavins. They support the HB Walk for
Animals. Katie has volunteered with the SPCA and pet
adoption programs. While they have two cats at home,
they are also supporters of the dog beach. Bill has a
special charm with cats; one of his cats frequently rode
with him on his motorcycle! Katie and Bill like to
travel in their motor home. There's no word on how the
cats feel about that!