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Hello Tommy,
There are a lot of fun and educational events and activities coming up in September. See the whole list below. Note the Coastal Cleanup Day and the Beach Safety Day, and with the upcoming return of Fog Fest, the Fog Jog and the Family Fun Fest are also returning!
Details will be released soon, including a postcard mailer to residents, about the an upcoming community workshop for the Housing Element Update on Wednesday, September 28 as well as other engagement opportunities. See the Housing Element website for more information. Also, the City continues to recruit for numerous Committee and Commission positions.
Sincerely,
Kevin Woodhouse
City Manager
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Introduction banner photos featured above are courtesy of Stephen Johnson Photography. | |
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APPLY BY SEPTEMBER 26 at 5PM!
City Commission & Committee Openings
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The City of Pacifica is now recruiting citizens for the following Committees and Commissions:
- Economic Development Committee
- Emergency Preparedness & Safety Commission
- Open Space & Parkland Advisory Committee
- Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
The application deadline is extended to 5PM Monday, Sept. 26.
Recruitment Notices and the Application Form is available at www.cityofpacifica.org/committees. Send your completed application by email to scoffey@pacifica.gov or in-person to Pacifica City Hall, 540 Crespi Drive, attention of City Clerk.
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Pacifica Launches the Housing Element Update | |
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Come Have Fall Fun in the Fog at the
38th Family Fun Fest!
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The Family Fun Fest is a 38-year Pacifica tradition that we are putting on for the community again after two long years - an afternoon of play, community building, fun and games sponsored by the Pacifica Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Department. The Family Fun Fest happens the last of the Fog Fest here in Pacifica.
These activities and games provide a way for people to communicate and interact positively, which has become especially important and rare during these last two years. Our games are played simply for the fun of it. There are no prizes to win, or opponents to beat - we are playing together!
We are looking for leaders to facilitate the play during this event. This leadership opportunity includes a comprehensive training (on both September 24 and 25), practical experience through play, and ton of fun!
The training is a way to develop your skills, prepare for the event and gather valuable experience and resources on how to lead and play games for all ages and empower your community. This opportunity may also be eligible for academic or volunteer hours at your school!
If this interests you, visit this link to register starting August 15! Registration cost is $30.
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Get your running shoes ready because the Fog Jog 2022 is back! Come join us for a one of kind Fog Festival tradition.
The run and/or stride for all ages will be happening fog, rain, or shine!
Register today! Space is limited.
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WHERE: Corner of Salada Ave. and Francisco Blvd.
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WHEN: September 25 at 9:00 AM; Check-in begins at 8:00 AM
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COST: $25 if you register by September 22nd; $30.00 day of race
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PRIZES:
- The 2022 commemorative Fog Jog-Fog Festival shirt will be given to the first 75 online registrants.
- Sports Basement is donating $50 gift certificates for the number one overall female and male winners.
Co-sponsor of this event is made possible by Pacifica Anchor Magazine,
and Pacifica Rotary International.
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Coastal Cleanup Day
Saturday, September 17 at multiple locations!
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Coastal Cleanup Day gives earth and ocean lovers from around the globe the opportunity to clean up their neighborhoods and beloved places. Join and help remove the trash and plastic pollution from streets, parks, and beaches before the rain arrives.
Register to volunteer here!
How to Get Ready & Volunteer for Coastal Cleanup Day
- Find a location
- Sign online waiver
- Gather supplies
- Come to meeting location on Saturday, September 17th at 9am
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Join hundreds of water leaders and decision makers from across the hydro cycle representing state and local governments, agencies, institutional users, engineering and service providers.
WaterPalooza! features an amazing diversity of stories, experiences, insights and visions as we attempt to build a more resilient, equitable and prosperous Bay Area.
Register here!
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To celebrate the official launch of Shop Pacifica eGift Cards this summer, the City is rewarding everyone who participates with some incredible deals!
With e-Gift Cards you can redeem at any participating retailer in the city, Shop Pacifica makes it easier than ever to support Pacifica’s local small businesses! As an added bonus, the city is gifting free bonus gift cards to everyone who purchases a Shop Pacifica gift card!
Buy eGiftcards at bit.ly/shop-pacifica
Cards appear on your mobile device or may be printed at home and never expire. The more you buy, the more you get!
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Citizens Environmental Council
Free Program Tells How to Become Plastic Free
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Did you know that the amount of plastic recycled in the U.S. decreased from 9 percent in 2018 to less than 6 percent in 2021? Plastic is made from raw materials obtained by fracking, it pollutes our environment, and it’s become so ubiquitous that researchers have even found microplastic in human fetuses.
At a program called “How Can I Become More Plastic Free?” on Tuesday, September 13, Shirley Freriks will offer solutions for reducing and avoiding plastic waste. Presented by the Citizens Environmental Council, it will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Maple Meeting Room at the new Burlingame Community Center, 850 Burlingame Ave., Burlingame. Admission is free, but preregistration is required.
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It's LIVE! Check out the Fall Events & Activities Brochure | |
Fall is nearly here, so get ready for cozy fun! Click here to check it out. | |
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Let's chat road safety!
The City is doing a road safety evaluation of all Pacifica's roadways and would live to hear from you.
Using YOUR feedback, as well as data and information about collisions, speed, and traffic, City consultants Fehr & Peers will help staff to build a Local Road Safety Plan (Plan).
Why do we need a plan, though? What is it for?
The Plan will...
- describe safety concerns (that you helped us spot)
- identify improvements and projects for the City to work towards
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AND, the Plan will allow the City to apply for State and Federal grants that could help fund these improvements! Yay for Pacifica!
Your input is valuable. Please send your concerns and comments about road safety to engineering@pacifica.gov.
We are taking comments until Friday, September 16, 2022. Thank you!
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Upcoming Public Works Sanitary System Smoke Testing | |
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At the end of September 2022, the City of Pacifica Department of Public Works (Wastewater Division) is planning on beginning “Smoke Testing” of the sanitary sewer system in the neighborhoods of Linda Mar, Pedro Point and Park Pacifica. Smoke Testing is a process used to detect cracks/connection issues in the sewer system where unwanted water is entering the City’s sewer system. These cracks/connection issues can either be in the City’s sewer system or a homeowners private lateral pipe that connects to the City’s sewer system. This water infiltration can cause the sewer system to fill up and contributes to overflows of untreated wastewater during storm events that is an environmental hazard to the community. Treating this additional water at the wastewater treatment plant is also very costly.
The smoke that is used in the testing is 100% nontoxic and nonhazardous. It is specifically formulated for this kind of testing and is not harmful to plants, animals or humans. It will not leave a residue and does not create a fire hazard. Both the City’s Police Department and North County Fire Department will be made aware of the areas and schedules once these are determined.
Residents who will be part of the smoke testing project will be notified in advance of the schedule and be provided instructions for preparation of their home for the testing. Following the smoke test, residents will be notified if defects are discovered in their private laterals. For further information, please contact Rey Mendez, Acting Collections System Manager, at 650-738-4660 or rmendez@pacifica.gov.
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Review Pacifica's Disposable Food Service Ware Ordinance:
For more information about the San Mateo Disposable Food Service Ware Ordinance click here.
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The next General Municipal Election for the City of Pacifica will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. The City of Pacifica has a district-based system for the election of members of the City Council. Under a district-based elections system, voters will elect a City Council Member based on the district in which the voter and candidates are registered to vote.
To view information about the General Municipal Election, including which offices and measures will be voted on in November, click here.
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Summary of Campaign Contributions and Expenditures for Nov. 8, 2022 Election
(as of 9-1-2022)
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Palmetto Streetscape 2022 Project
Adopt-A-Spot Program
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Are you a local business, local organization or private citizen who wants to get involved with the Palmetto Streetscape project? We have spots available to sponsor as part of the Palmetto Streetscape 2022 project!
Please click through for the available spots which have also been marked along Palmetto Avenue.
If you are interested, please contact Pacifica Beautification Committee member, Gail Bennett, bennettg@ci.pacifica.ca.us, for more information.
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Community Center Planter Project | |
Are you a local business owner, local organization, or private citizen who wants to be involved with the Beautification Advisory Committee’s Community Center Planter project?
There are 4 spots available for sponsorship at the Crespi Dr. Community Center:
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Planter Box #2 is a larger planter located at the North end of parking lot, at the corner of HWY 1 & Crespi Dr. (Due to the large size, the planter can be divided into smaller sections for sponsorship)
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Planter Box # 3 is a smaller planter located directly to the North of the statue
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Planter Box #4 is a smaller planter located East of the statue, facing the parking lot
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Planter Box #5 is a larger planter located at the south end of the Community Center parking lot, facing Highway 1 (Due to the large size, the planter can be divided into smaller sections for sponsorship)
If interested, please contact Pacifica Beautification Chairperson Melinda Moses at mosesm@ci.pacifica.ca.us, for more information.
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