Greetings!
With growing concerns about the new Omicron variant, please see this information from the California Department of Public Health, and continue to take necessary health precautions. Vaccinations are widely available, for children aged 5+ and adults, and boosters for those already vaccinated. Together we can stay #PacificaStrong and healthy over this holiday season.
Speaking of holidays, and giving, the City’s Economic Development Division and Committee are developing the “Shop Pacifica” community gift card program and they need your help to do two things: First, encourage your favorite Pacifica businesses to register for free for the program by going to the Shop Pacifica website. Secondly, encourage everyone you know to buy a Shop Pacifica gift card on Shop Pacifica either for themselves or to give as gifts. Then go out and use it! Several businesses are already accepting the Shop Pacifica gift card. More information about this program is provided, below.
If you visit a Pacifica business that hasn’t yet registered for the Shop Pacifica gift card program, please encourage them on the spot to register by telling them about it and giving them the link. The City has sent hundreds of communications to businesses to get them to register, but registration has been slow (although it has only been one week since launching the program).
Thank you for being an ambassador of Shop Pacifica by taking these actions and helping local businesses find their way out of the economic impacts of the pandemic!
Sincerely,
Kevin Woodhouse
City Manager
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Stay Updated with the latest
San Mateo County Health News
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Read up on the latest county updates from the San Mateo County Health Office for all information about COVID-19 including vaccine information, booster availability, and masking requirements.
Want to learn more about the Omicron Variant? Please visit the California Department of Public Health website for a fact sheet.
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City Council Reorganization |
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Please consider attending the City Council reorganization event at the upcoming City Council meeting on December 13. |
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Holiday Happenings Around Town |
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There are many upcoming holiday season events in Pacifica! Check out the event lineup below, or visit the Pacifica Recreation Facebook page.
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Holiday Closure Annoucement |
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Please read the Press Release on the City of Pacifica 2021 Holiday Closure for complete detail on which departments/divisions will be closed to the public from December 23, 2021, through December 31, 2021.
Click here for the Press Release.
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Pacifica Gardens is hosting a Native Plants Sale on Saturday, December 4 from 10 AM - 2 PM, at 830 Rosita Road. See the flier below for more information. |
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Earthquake Brace and Bolt Program |
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Registration for the 2021 Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) program has been extended. Homeowners in EBB ZIP Codes can register now through Thursday, December 9, 2021.
EBB helps homeowners lessen the potential for damage during an earthquake by offering $3,000 toward a seismic retrofit for houses that qualify.
This year, EBB is also offering an additional Supplemental Grant (SG) to income-eligible homeowners. If your household annual income is $72,080 or less, you may qualify for a SG that could pay for up to 100 percent of your seismic retrofit. SG funds are limited.
If your house has not previously received a qualifying retrofit and meets, EBB Program requirements, register now before it’s too late.
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Shop Pacifica Community Gift Card Program |
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Pacifica businesses are encouraged to sign-up for the City of Pacifica's free community gift card program! Once your business is activated in Yiftee (our technology partner assisting with the launch of this exciting program), Pacifica residents and visitors can use a gift card purchased from the Shop Pacifica website at your business. By using the community gift card, those dollars stay in Pacifica and benefit our community!
Several local businesses are ready to accept payment via the community gift card; such as Mazzetti's Bakery, Moonraker Restaurant, Roundtable Pizza, and A Grape in the Fog Wine Bar. You can even use the community gift card at the City of Pacifica to pay for classes offered through the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Department! For a full list of participating places, see the " Where can I use the gift card" webpage (please note, the webpage will be updated frequently as new businesses are added into the program).
For more information about this program, please click here. Businesses interested in signing up will need to contact Yulia Carter, Chief Financial Sustainability Officer, at [email protected] or by calling 650-501-6004. Thank you for supporting local businesses! |
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2021 Indicators Report Focuses
on Solutions to Expand Affordable Housing
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The Sustainable San Mateo County Indicators Report includes 30 proven solutions for expanding affordable and equitable housing, as well as a thorough analysis of the housing shortage in San Mateo County (one reason: nearly 11 times more jobs than housing units were created between 2010 and 2019) and how we got here. It gives high marks to the state and county for making affordable housing a priority and offers case studies and tips on how some local leaders are moving the needle.
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Participate in the 2022
Storm Water Drainage Master Plan Update
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The City will be updating the 2021 Storm Drainage Master Plan to reflect current conditions and to consider new and emerging concerns, including the impacts of climate change. Click here to learn more. |
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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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Please note: This newsletter is sent weekly on Friday and content is current at that time. Those who have not opened the email by Monday receive a reminder email, and some content may no longer be current.
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Click on the meeting link for the agenda and information on how to join the meeting virtually via Zoom.
12/6 Planning Commission meeting canceled.
12/8 Library Advisory Committee meeting canceled.
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Recent City of Pacifica and Pacifica Police Department press releases are available on the City of Pacifica website under City Government - Press Releases & Media Bulletins.
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