Greetings!
The second half of the Fiscal Year for the City is in full swing, with progress being made on many important priorities. At the upcoming City Council meeting on Monday, 2/14 (Valentine’s Day!), the Council will discuss important items such as consideration of granting an extension to the public comment period on the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the General Plan Update and the Sharp Park Specific Plan, a Flavored Tobacco Prohibition Ordinance, an update to construction impact fees to support parks facilities, and the Vision 2025 & Beyond Strategic Financial Sustainability Study.
Then at a Special Meeting on Tuesday, 2/15, the Council will consider information about Wastewater capital and operations projections for the next ten years and wastewater rates for the next five years.
Also, the state and County have announced upcoming changes to the mask mandates. Omicron variant case rates have improved recently but remain a reality we are all living with, so please continue to follow appropriate guidelines, vaccination and booster recommendations, and testing as necessary. And stay safe as you enjoy the wintertime spring weather we are experiencing!
Sincerely,
Kevin Woodhouse
City Manager
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Mask Guidelines Are Changing February 16 |
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On Wednesday, February 16, 2022, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) will lift the state’s COVID-19 indoor mask mandate. In alignment with the State, San Mateo County will lift universal mask requirements for most indoor public settings. The City will follow the County’s recommendations. |
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Shop Pacifica BOGO Limited Time Offer! |
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Valentine’s Day is this Monday! Spread the Love in your community by keeping local dollars local. In the effort to support the Pacifica community and participating businesses, the City of Pacifica and Economic Development Committee is pleased to introduce the Valentine’s Day “Give a Gift, Get a Gift” special BOGO offer. When you purchase a $50 gift card, you'll receive a bonus $25 gift card! The promotion is a limited-time deal through February 20, while supplies last.
Click here to buy Shop Pacifica gift cards! |
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Pacifica Senior Services invites the public to their monthly rummage sales held on the second Wednesday and Thursday of each month from 9 AM to 2 PM. Every aspect of the sales is managed entirely by volunteers! All proceeds benefit Senior Services programs.
If you wish to donate household goods, jewelry, or collectibles, please deliver items on the first day of the sale due to limited storage space.
NO DROP OFFS - limited to ONE box per HOUSEHOLD. All donated items are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Click here for the 2022 Rummage Sales calendar.
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Be Prepared For an Earthquake or Tsunami |
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The western coastline of the United States was under a Tsunami Advisory following a volcanic eruption in the Tonga Islands earlier this year. According to NOAA, this was a rare event; with only about 5% of tsunamis generated by volcanic activity. Do you know how tsunamis are generated? Do you know what to do when a Tsunami Watch or Tsunami Warning is issued?
The Pacifica Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is presenting this 90-minute Earthquake and Tsunami Preparedness Course via Zoom on Thursday, February 17 at 7 PM. Please register here. The link for this course will be sent to you with your confirmation email. |
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Last Chance to See Special Exhibitions
at the Sanchez Art Center
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Final weekend (2/11- 2/13) of three current exhibitions at the Sanchez Art Center located at 1220 Linda Mar Blvd. Please visit the Sanchez Art Center website for more information about each exhibition.
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East Gallery: Studio Art Quilt Associates, Art Quilts 2
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West Gallery: Art Guild of Pacifica, Heart of the Matter
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Main Gallery: Philo Northrup, curated by Susan Hillhouse Leask, The Male Glaze
Gallery Hours: Fri – Sat – Sun, 1-5 PM.
Special events for the Main Gallery Show Sunday 2/13, 2:30 PM to close.
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Be Aware of Mountain Lions |
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Pacifica is part of Mountain Lion Country. In recent weeks the police department received several reports of mountain lion sightings. Most recently in the Linda Mar area on Tuesday night around 9:15 PM included a sighting near Capistrano Drive and Perez Drive, and on Monday night around 11:30 PM, a sighting was reported near Valdez Way and Ventura Court. We encourage residents to always be aware of their surroundings and to watch over their pets and children.
Pacifica is bordered by parks and open spaces that are home to all kinds of wildlife including mountain lions. We should familiarize ourselves with information and safety tips about living in mountain lion country. Should you be outside and come into contact with a mountain lion, the California Department of Fish & Wildlife provides the following tips:
- Mountain lions are quiet, solitary and elusive, and typically avoid people.
- Mountain lion attacks on humans are extremely rare.
- Do not hike, bike, or jog alone.
- Avoid hiking or jogging when mountain lions are most active – dawn, dusk, night.
- Keep a close watch on small children.
- Do not approach a mountain lion.
- If you encounter a mountain lion, do not run; instead, face the animal, make noise and try to look bigger by waving your arms; throw rocks or other objects. Pick up small children.
- If attacked, fight back.
Report a mountain lion displaying aggressive behavior to the police department at (650) 738-7314 or to the regional offices of the Department of Fish & Wildlife (DFW) at (707) 428-2002.
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Learn the Latest on Scams and Fraud |
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On February 16, join industry experts to learn the latest on scams and fraud. Senior Scam Stopper seminars have been offered throughout the state since 1999 in cooperation with legislators, state and local agencies, law enforcement, district attorneys, and community-based organizations. They provide information about construction-related scams and broader topics, including identity theft, auto repair, Medicare, foreign lotteries, and mail fraud.
Register here or call the Senior Front Desk for help enrolling: (408) 615-3170. The presentation is free, but pre-registration is required. |
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Comment on the General Plan Update |
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On January 7, 2022, the City released the General Plan Update, Sharp Park Specific Plan, and Environmental Impact Report for public review.
If you would like to review a hard copy of any of the documents, you may do so in person at either of our libraries (Sharp Park and Sanchez branches) or at the Pacifica Community Center.
The public is encouraged to participate in the adoption process. Please reach out to Deputy Planning Director Christian Murdock, at (650) 738-7341 or cmurdock@pacifica.gov with questions.
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California’s first-in-the-nation earthquake alert system, MyShake App, announced new functionality to better serve Californians and keep surrounding communities safe. Read more about why the MyShake app is important and how to get this free app, here. |
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Senior Services Offers Many
Different Classes to Choose From!
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Pacifica Senior Services offers a wide array of classes, activities and groups for seniors to participate in Monday thru Friday. Classes run continuously throughout the year and are instructed by volunteers or self-directed by students. Visit the Pacifica Community Center at 540 Crespi Drive to attend any of the classes offered in the schedule, here.
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Redistricting Process
Public Hearing on February 14
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The City of Pacifica wants your input on the City Council Districts based on 2020 Census data. On December 17, 2018, the City adopted an ordinance establishing a district-based system for the election of members of the Pacifica City Council by five districts.
Every ten years after the federal census is complete, district lines must be reviewed and, if necessary, adjusted to keep the boundaries as nearly equal in population as possible, allowing for certain variances due to geography, topography, communities of interest, etc. This process of reviewing the census data and adjusting the district boundary lines is called Redistricting.
The City wants your input on how you would like to draw your district lines. The second Public Hearing in the redistricting process will be held on Monday, February 14, 2022, at 7:30 PM during the regular City Council meeting held via Zoom ( https://zoom.us/j/99091160676) to consider the draft district maps. Submit written public comments to publiccomment@pacifica.gov or comment live during the public hearing on Zoom.
Information on the redistricting process is available at here.
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Heritage Tree Ordinance Update |
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The City of Pacifica Heritage Tree Ordinance online survey is closing soon (Friday, February 18, 2022). We want to hear from you! Please click here to take the survey and please consider sharing it with a friend. Your input is appreciated! |
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Consider Joining a Committee or Commission |
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Current Openings for City Committees & Commissions:
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The City is Hiring for Various Positions |
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The City of Pacifica is currently recruiting for various open positions. Visit CalOpps to learn about the different recruitment opportunities. Apply for a position on our City Team, today! |
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That's all your updates for this week!
Thanks for Connecting with Pacifica.
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