SVF&MS hosts 51st Annual Christmas Toy Drive

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SVF&MS hosts 51st annual Christmas Toy Drive

For over 50 years, Sierra Vista Fire & Medical Services firefighters have brought joy to local homes by ensuring families in need have something to unwrap for Christmas.

The department’s Christmas Toy Drive is getting ready to serve 250-300 area families once again. Here’s how to help and how to apply for assistance.

How to help

Donations of new, unwrapped toy and monetary contributions can be dropped off at any SVF&MS fire station until Sunday, Dec. 18.

The department will bag and tag the toys on Saturday, Dec. 17, starting at 1:00 p.m. at Sierra Vista Fire Station 1. Gifts will be delivered on Sunday, Dec. 18, starting at about 8:00 a.m.

For information on how to volunteer to assist this year, contact Don Foster at (520) 417-4400.

Apply for Assistance

Parents can apply for assistance from 8:00 a.m. to noon on Friday, Dec. 2, and Saturday, Dec. 3, at Fire Station 3, located at 675 Giulio Cesare Avenue. Children ages 0 to 12 years old living in the Sierra Vista area are eligible to receive assistance.

Applicants must:

· Apply in person, not on someone else’s behalf

· Present a photo ID and proof of local residency

· Present a utility bill indicating applicant’s name and address

· Present documentation for parental or legal guardianship

City News

Are you ready to skate on real ice in Veterans Memorial Park this holiday season?

We'll be opening a temporary ice skating rink on the evening of Friday, Dec. 2, in conjunction with the Annual Tree Lighting and Holiday Market. Then it will be open through Jan. 2! It costs $10 per 1-hour block to skate and this includes skate rentals.

Find more information, a detailed schedule, and how to make reservations all on our Winter Magic webpage.

Extraordinary Activities

Kick off the holiday season in Veterans Memorial Park on Friday, Dec. 2, from 4 to 9 p.m. at our Annual Tree Lighting and Holiday Market in Veterans Memorial Park!

The fun will continue on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Learn more.

Uncommon Recreation

Looking for a new way to improve the quality of your life?

Our Fit and Fabulous Class, taught by a certified senior exercise instructor and Army veteran, will help you maintain your strength, fitness, and flexibility. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water – we will provide the equipment you may need. The cost is $30 per person, per month.

There are sessions available on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 to 10 a.m. and from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sign up at the Ethel H. Berger Center, online, or by calling (520) 458-7922.

Social Snapshot

The City's parks maintenance elves have been busy preparing Veterans Memorial Park for this year's holiday festivities. You can already come see the community tree donated by the Kiwanis Club of Sierra Vista and the Old World Santas display in the park!

See more photos.

City Announcements

City facilities will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 24, and Friday, Nov. 25, for the Thanksgiving holiday.

The trash pickup on Thursday, November 24, shifts to Wednesday, Nov. 23. There will be no change to the Friday, Nov. 25, pickup.

The City Compost Facility is closed for the full week of Thanksgiving from Monday, Nov. 21, through Saturday, Nov. 26. The Compost Facility’s regular hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

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The pickleball courts by the Oscar Yrun Community Center will be closed to the public for a private event starting at 7 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 26.

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The Cove will end morning activities 1 hour early on Saturday, Dec. 3. Lap swim, water walking, and splash time will all run from 8 to 10:30 a.m. that day. Morning activities will be on a regular schedule again Sunday, Dec. 4.

Then The Cove will be closed from Dec. 5, 2022, through Feb. 24, 2023, for a major renovation that will enable the facility to operate more efficiently and save

about 1.4 million gallons of water each year.

Support for Small Businesses

The Arizona Commerce Authority has two free Small Business Boot Camp webinars coming up in the next two weeks.

Accounting 101:Financial Statements Guide for Small Businesses is set for Tuesday, Nov. 29, at 9 a.m.

Tackle Year-End Financials & Prepare for 2023 is set for Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 9 a.m.

The U.S. Small Business Administration also has a free webinar coming up that will be valuable for any small businesses pursuing federal government contracts. SBA Arizona Selling to the Federal Government is set for Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 1 p.m.

Recent Business Licenses

Bella Vista General Contractors — 1 S. Church Ave. Ste. 1200
Ace Residential Inspection Services — Home-based

Upcoming Meetings

There are no City Council meetings scheduled for next week.

Watch Council Meetings

Head to our YouTube Channel to stream City Council meetings live or watch previous meetings.

Accommodations

For any special needs or accommodations, please notify Jill Adams 72 hours prior to the meeting date. Reach Ms. Adams at (520) 458-3315 or through the Arizona Relay Service at 7-1-1.

City of Sierra Vista

(520) 458-3315

1011 N. Coronado Drive

Sierra Vista, AZ 85635