October 21, 2024

City Council Meeting Set for October 22

The Vista City Council will meet on Tues., October 22, at 5:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Civic Center, 200 Civic Center Drive. The meeting is open to the public, and you can attend and participate.

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Agenda Highlights

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▶️ Presentations⁠

1). Proclamation declaring October 2024 as “Cybersecurity Awareness Month” in the City of Vista.⁠

▶️ Public Hearings

1). Code Amendments and Fees Relating to Commercial Cannabis Businesses and Temporary Cannabis Events at Brengle Terrace Park.⁠

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▶️ Discussion Items⁠

1). Downtown Street Closures and Public Space Committee Reconsideration.⁠

2). Year-End Cannabis Revenue Policy.⁠

3). Protected Bike Lanes Project – Award of Contract.⁠

4). Agreement with San Diego Rescue Mission, Inc. for Citywide Homeless Outreach Services.⁠

5). Commercial Flights at McClellan-Palomar Airport – Opposing Resolution.⁠

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The meeting will be broadcast live on YouTube and Zoom. To view it on Zoom and offer comments during the meeting, visit vista.gov/zoom. The webinar ID is 852 2799 9767; the password is 928585. To participate by phone, call 1-669-900-6833. To view the meeting on YouTube, visit https://bit.ly/COVyoutube.

Join Vista's Community Engagement Workshops to Shape the City's Future

The City of Vista is committed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community, and we invite you to play an active role in shaping the future of our city. Several upcoming workshops will provide opportunities for you to share your input and collaborate on important local initiatives. Your voice matters, and we encourage your participation in the following workshops:

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Workshops

Dates: October 28 and 29

Learn about Vista’s Community Development Block Grant program and help direct future funding decisions. These workshops are an opportunity to ensure that federal resources are used effectively to benefit low- to moderate-income residents and address critical community needs.

Age-Friendly Plan Workshops

Dates: October 30 and November 7

Help us create a comprehensive Age-Friendly Plan that supports residents of all ages. Your feedback will guide efforts to make Vista a more livable, accessible, and welcoming community for everyone, especially our senior population.

Vista Village Traffic & Railroad Safety Workshop

Date: December 2

Join us to discuss potential improvements to traffic flow and safety in the Vista Village area, particularly around the railroad crossings. Your insights will be crucial in enhancing mobility and safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers alike.

The City looks forward to hearing your ideas and working with you to shape our community’s future. Click the link below for times and locations.

Fire Station 3 Reconstruction Underway

The City of Vista officially began the reconstruction of Fire Station 3 today, as demolition crews broke ground at the station's location at 1070 Old Taylor Street.

In the meantime, Fire Station 3 has been temporarily relocated to 1250 Arcadia Avenue. City officials assure residents that there will be no changes or reduction in services provided by the Vista Fire Department during the construction period.

The new and improved Fire Station 3 is scheduled to reopen in December 2025, with updated facilities aimed at enhancing the department's ability to serve the needs of the Vista community.

Final Fire Station Open House this Saturday

The Vista Fire Department invites you and your family to participate in the last Fire Station Open House this Saturday. Come meet our dedicated firefighters, paramedics, and other personnel while exploring fire trucks and learning essential fire safety tips.

October 26

📍 Fire Station 6, 651 E. Vista Way

🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Upcoming Community Events

Vista Fright Night

🗓️ Date: October 25

⌚ Time: 5 pm-9 pm

📍 Location: Throughout Historic Downtown Vista

💲 Admission: FREE (except for the Haunted House)

Vista Monster Mash featuring Cassie B

🗓️ Date: October 26

⌚ Time: 8 pm

📍 Location: AVO Playhouse, 303 Main Street

💲 Admission: $10

Antique Engine & Tractor Show, "Welcome to the West"

🗓️ Date: October 26-27

⌚ Time: 9 am-4 pm

📍 Location: Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum

💲 Admission: $10 (kids 6 and under are free)

Dia de los Muertos at Guajome Adobe

🗓️ Date: October 26 (CORRECTED DATE)

⌚ Time: 10 am-4 pm

📍 Location: Rancho Guajome Adobe, 2210 N. Santa Fe Avenue

💲 Admission: FREE

Muscles on Main Street

🗓️ Date: October 27

⌚ Time: 9 am-2 pm

📍 Location: 25 Main Street

💲 Admission: $2-$4

Novemberfest

🗓️ Date: November 2

⌚ Time: 12 pm-4 pm

📍 Location: Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Drive

💲 Admission: $49.87 (must be age 21 and up to attend this event)

Salute to Service: Vista Veterans Day

🗓️ Date: November 11

⌚ Time: 10 am

📍 Location: Veterans Memorial Park, 267 S. Santa Fe Avenue

💲 Admission: FREE

Vista Christmas Parade

🗓️ Date: December 7

⌚ Time: 1 pm

📍 Location: Downtown Vista

💲 Admission: FREE

Vista Farmers Market

🗓️ Date: Every Saturday

⌚ Time: 8 am-12 pm

📍 Location: Vista Courthouse Parking Lot, 345 S. Melrose Drive

💲 Admission: FREE

Fright Night on Main Street Returns This Friday

Get ready for a night of thrills, chills, and Halloween fun as Fright Night on Main Street and surrounding streets returns to Vista on Friday, October 25, from 5 pm to 9 pm. This family-friendly event has become a community favorite, offering a wide variety of activities and entertainment for all ages.

Event Highlights

• Trick-or-Treating along Main Street, with local businesses, the Vista Fire Department, the Public Works Department, and the Sheriff's Office handing out candy.
• A Haunted House at the AVO Playhouse, sure to scare and delight brave souls of all ages. (Tickets sold on-site: $4 for kids 10 and under, $6 for all others.)
• Costume Contests for all ages, including categories for babies, kids, adults, and even pets! Show off your best ghost, goblin, superhero, or movie star look.
• Baby Costume Contest – 5 pm
• Kids Costume Contest – 6 pm
• Pet Costume Contest – 7 pm
• Adult Costume Contest – 8 pm
• More fun includes scary tractor rides, costumed characters, and spooky surprises to entertain the whole family.

Get Ready for Cassie B's Monster Mash this Saturday Night at the AVO Playhouse

Calling all ghosts, goblins, and ghouls! This Halloween season, don’t miss Cassie B’s Monster Mash at the AVO Playhouse on Saturday, October 26, at 8 p.m. Cassie B and her ghoulishly talented band are bringing you a high-energy, family-friendly concert that promises an evening full of music and Halloween fun.

The show will feature a thrilling mashup of classic monster jams and today's pop favorites, guaranteed to have you dancing in your seat. Perfect for all ages, this spooktacular event encourages costumes.

Cassie B, a San Diego music scene favorite and featured entertainer at the City’s Independence Day Celebration, is ready to rock the AVO Playhouse with her new Halloween-themed concert.

Event Details

• Date & Time: Saturday, October 26 at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7:30 p.m.)
• Location: AVO Playhouse, 303 Main Street
• Tickets: $10 (general admission, available online)
• Duration: Approximately 90 minutes, no intermission

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