City News in Brief - August 15, 2022

Police Department Rolls out

E-Bikes to Their Fleet

Before Old Spanish Days Fiesta 2022, Police added three e-bikes to their fleet, thanks to grant funding. Residents are likely to see these bikes in action, patrolling State Street, the Waterfront, the Mesa and Milpas Street. The electric bikes last longer than a pedal-only bike, traveling at speeds up to 28 miles per hour, allowing officers to cover a larger geographical area.

The Airport Unveils Lactation Pod

The Airport is proud to announce the newest amenity for a traveling parent in need of a private space to breastfeed or pump while utilizing the Terminal, a secure and private Lactation Pod. This new facility can be found on the second floor of the Terminal building, past the TSA Security Check Point, and just to the right of Gate 2.

Wastewater Main Rehabilitation Project

The City is rehabilitating 2.59 miles of aging sewer pipe infrastructure this week. Contractors will work from street manholes using trenchless methods to line sewer mains on Laguna, West Anapamu, State Street, East Figueroa, and Chapala streets. Any odors generated are safe and non-toxic.

Planning Commission Moves Forward with Police Station Project

Last week, the Planning Commission unanimously approved the Development Plan for the Police Station project. This is the main land use approval for the project, which is appealable to City Council. The next step in the process is design review. Construction is expected to begin in 2024.

Learn About Backflow Prevention

August 16 is National Backflow Prevention Day. Water distribution systems are designed to deliver water safely from the treatment plant to the customer. Unless protected with a backflow prevention assembly, unintentional water contamination or “cross-connection” may occur if you have multiple uses on your property such as irrigation, fire lines, or a pool.