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NATIONAL CHAMPS RECEIVE HEROES' WELCOME AT CELEBRATION
Once again a little league baseball team from Chula Vista has put our city in the national spotlight. The Eastlake Little League All-Stars, who won the Little League World Series U.S. Championship on August 24, were welcomed home with a grand celebration at Sleep Train Amphitheatre just five days later. Thousands of cheering fans and supporters attended the free event to greet the team, manager and coaches.
Special guests included San Diego Padre and National Baseball Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn, Padres Pitcher Casey Kelly, radio personalities from 93.3 and Mighty 1090. Eastlake High School cheerleaders, DJ C-Riz, the Pad Squad and Swingin' Friar entertained the crowd. An added bonus to the event was an appearance by the Tijuana Little League team who won third place in the Little League World Series and joined Eastlake briefly on the stage. 
The Eastlake Little League team garnered support from the entire County as they advanced to the championship games. In 2009, Parkview Little League, also from Chula Vista, received international attention as they won the Little League World Series.
To all young ball players: never give up, reach for your dreams, and know that your Chula Vista community supports you.
Photos courtesy of Bob Hoffman Video Productions. |
 NEW ATTRACTIONS AT HARBORFEST
Save the date of September 21 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. for Chula Vista HarborFest with a wide array of activities for the whole family to enjoy. Free to the public, this harbor side festival will feature live musical performances, engaging educational exhibits with interactive programs offered by the Living Coast Discovery Center, Historic Vessels courtesy of San Diego Maritime Museum, BMX exhibition, an Art in the Park exhibit and much more!
The first ever Chula Vista Bay SeafoodFest, for just $20 per ticket, will feature succulent specialties incorporating lobster, shrimp, crab, mussels and more. Sip on the finest craft brews San Diego has to offer at the Craft Beer Garden or try the fine wines from Baja in the Baja Wine Garden. Beverage ticket prices are $2 per tasting and $6 per full glass of beer or wine.
You won't want to miss this fun filled free event! For updates and more information, and to purchase tickets for the SeafoodFest or Beverage Garden, please CLICK HERE, or call (619) 233-5008. |
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SEE, CLICK, FIX!
As you're driving through your neighborhood, you spot an ugly pothole. Wouldn't you love to be able to report it as soon as you see it? Now, in the City of Chula Vista, you can do just that! The new feature, called SeeClickFix, allows residents to submit requests for non-emergency service via mobile application and web tool. Issues can be reported using a widget on the City website ( CLICK HERE), or with a free phone app (for iPhone and Android devices, search for SeeClickFix on Google Play Store or iTunes).
Just a few examples of issues that can be reported using SeeClickFix include graffiti, pothole, dead animal, malfunctioning traffic signal, and abandoned vehicle. Requests reported through SeeClickFix can provide location, description and photographic information regarding the problem. The new service is available in different languages and requests can be submitted anonymously. Residents also can report issues to Public Works at (619) 379-6000 and these issues will be added to the SeeClickFix database.
SeeClickFix allows citizens to report non-emergency issues, and then monitor them as well. Once the issue is documented with SeeClickFix, the reporting citizen will receive a notification and tracking number. The request is then automatically forwarded to the appropriate department. Once the issue is addressed, the status will be updated and posted on SeeClickFix. City staff will monitor SeeClickFix during normal business hours.
The new system eliminates the same request being submitted multiple times and allows staff to work more efficiently by filtering requests regarding type, status or department assigned. SeeClickFix is strictly for non-emergency services and any emergency should still be reported to 911. |
WALK, RIDE & ROLL TO SCHOOL
The Chula Vista Elementary School District, Sweetwater Union High School District and the City of Chula Vista Recreation Department are excited to participate as a pilot program for integrating year-round school schedules with SchoolPool activities and the Walk, Ride, and Roll to School Challenge. Chula Vista schools have the chance to win $500, $750, or even $1,000 when students participate in the Walk, Ride, and Roll to School event. This campaign aims to increase the number of children carpooling, walking, biking, and taking public transit to school; to raise awareness of the benefits of more active forms of transportation; and to promote pedestrian and bicycle safety.
SchoolPool CLICK HERE offers a free, secure ride-matching service for parents at the same school. When an administrator enrolls their school, parents can search for other families who are interested in sharing the driving responsibilities or would like to have their kids bike or walk to school with other students and a parent leader.
Schools could win a cash prize for school supplies when students participate in the week long Walk, Ride, and Roll to School Challenge scheduled October 14-18. The schools with the largest percentage of parents logging their children's carpool, transit, walk, and/or bike to school trips in the online iCommute system win! Parents also are eligible to win prizes for logging their children's trips throughout the school year.
And if you are attending Harborfest on Saturday, September 21, be sure to stop by the iCommute booth where you can learn more about the SchoolPool program and sign up to participate in the Walk, Ride, and Roll to School Chula Vista Challenge. You also can CLICK HERE or call 511 and say "SchoolPool." |
DID YOU KNOW...
 ... DARmageddon was a big success! Thanks for staying off the I-805 freeway during the demolition of the Palomar Street bridge. The carpool lane construction project is coming along smoothly with your cooperation.
...the Otay Ranch Branch Library, located in the Otay Ranch Town Center food court, is now open on Monday. The library recently added Monday to its hours of operation and is now open Monday-Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 12 to 6 p.m. and closed Sunday. The Otay Ranch Library consists of a children's reading area, relaxing seats, WIFI, computers, a study room, DVD's and a sound recording area. Call (619) 397-5740 for more information.
... CERT Academy 5, hosted by the City's Fire Department begins in October. What is CERT? The CERT program educates Chula Vistans about disaster preparedness and recovery and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, terrorism and disaster medical operations. Using the training learned in the classroom and actual disaster scenarios, members can assist others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help.
CERT training is free for Chula Vista residents 18 years of age or older, and a background check will be conducted. There are many jobs within Chula Vista CERT for someone who wants to be involved and help. Following a disaster, Chula Vista CERT members are needed for documentation, comforting others, logistics, etc. Non-disaster related team activities include keeping databases, website development, newsletter, planning activities, community outreach, and preparedness education.
Training dates are October 19, 26, and November 2, and held at Chula Vista Fire Station #4 located at 850 Paseo Ranchero. Attendees must attend all three days to graduate from the Academy. For more information and to register, CLICK HERE or contact Hugo Bermudez via EMAIL.
... it's time to think about fall classes, camps and activities offered by the City's Recreation Department. Fall session will run Sept. 16 through Nov. 25. Several fall break camps will be offered as well including basketball, tennis, and volleyball, conditioning and dance camps at various community centers. For more information or to register online, please CLICK HERE or call (619) 409-5979.
...you can get breaking news and up-to-the minute information on a variety of City related items. Just sign up for the free Nixle message notification system and get the latest from your City directly to your email and/or cell phone. CLICK HERE for more information.
 ...a unique futbol/soccer training facility has just opened in Chula Vista. The Futbol Factory, located at 2390 Boswell Road, consists of 28,000 square feet and is the first of its kind in California. The center offers daily classes for all ages, interests and skill levels. Parents can create their own schedule selecting the days, times and number of classes that work best for their family. Children's classes (ages 4-16) are offered daily from 4-8 p.m.; players age 17 and up from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 8 to 11 p.m. A Futbolegs fitness class for women is offered daily from 8 a.m. to noon. For more information about the Futbol Factory including memberships, class schedules, open play and pick-up game hours, CLICK HERE or call (619) 271-3246. |
 UPCOMING EVENTS
Village Vibes and Classic Car Series
Visit the Third Avenue Village Saturdays in September for the free weekly music and car shows at the Village Vibes and Classic Car Series. The annual open-air concert series will now be accompanied by the beloved classic car shows along Third Avenue. The community is invited to peruse vintage, tricked out and restored cars from clubs throughout the County from 2 to 4 p.m. on Third Avenue from E to G Street. At the conclusion of each car show, a live band will take the stage at Memorial Park Bowl and perform from 4 to 6 p.m. See you in September!
Coastal Clean Up Day
Help keep Chula Vista clean by participating in Coastal Cleanup Day on Saturday, September 21, from 9 a.m. to noon. Coastal Cleanup Day is the largest volunteer event in the State and last year, more than 65,000 volunteers removed 770,000 pounds of trash and recyclables from California's beaches, lakes, and waterways. This year, there will be at least five cleanup sites within Chula Vista and volunteers should register for a specific site CLICK HERE. If possible, bring a reusable water bottle, work gloves, and bucket to help cut down on waste.
School Safety Patrol Day at the Padres
Get your discounted tickets now to the Chula Vista School Safety Patrol fundraiser and see the Padres vs LA Dodgers on Saturday, September 21. Tickets are only $13 (a $4.25 savings) and it's San Diego Padres/Tijuana Xolos Scarf give-away night (to the first 25,000 fans). To purchase your special price tickets, bring cash or check to your school's Safety Patrol Advisor or call Officer Roy Vicente at (619) 691-5211 or EMAIL. Checks can be written to Chula Vista Police Foundation and the deadline to purchase is Friday, September 13.
 Fire Department Open House
Mark your calendar and bring the family to the Chula Vista Fire Department's annual open house event on Saturday, October 5. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., visitors can see live fire department demonstrations, fire equipment displays, and fire prevention exhibits. All activities take place at Fire Station #4, located at 850 Paseo Ranchero. Held during National Fire Prevention Week, this year's theme is "Prevent Kitchen Fires."
Heritage Museum Features PD History Display
A unique collection of artifacts from the Chula Vista Police Department can be seen in the latest Chula Vista Heritage Museum exhibit. Century old weapons, handcuffs, photos and uniforms are featured as well as information about some historical police cases. The Museum, located at 360 Third Avenue (east of Memorial Park), is open noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, and noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is free and the exhibit will be on display for almost one year. |
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Contacts
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SERVICES
Environment
CLEAN Business Program:
409-1975
Energy & Water Conservation:
409-3893
Storm Water Hotline: 397-6000
Environmental Services,
Household Hazardous Waste, Recycling and Solid Waste:
691-5122
Community
Graffiti Hotline: 691-5198
Graffiti IN PROGRESS: 911
Park Reservations Online
Library
Civic Branch: 691-5069
South Branch: 585-5755
Otay Ranch Branch: 397-5740
Library Online
Recreation
Administration: 409-5979
Recreation Online
CV Woman's Club: 409-1980
Heritage Center: 421-7032
Loma Verde Center: 409-1939
Loma Verde Pool: 409-1987
Montevalle Center: 691-5269
Norman Park Center: 409-1930
Otay Center: 409-1999
Parkway Center: 409-1980
Parkway Pool: 409-1985
Parkway Gym: 409-1990
Salt Creek Center: 585-5739
Veterans Center: 691-5260
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DEVELOPMENT
Land Development: 691-5024
Building: 691-5272
Planning: 691-5101
Code Enforcement: 691-5280
Redevelopment & Housing:
691-5047
Development Services Online
Economic Development:
409-5870
Small Businesses: 691-5248
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PUBLIC SAFETY
Emergency: 911
Fire
Main Line: 691-5055
Prevention Division: 691-5029
Prevention Online
Police
Report Crime/Dispatch:
691-5151
Report Crime Online
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GOVERNMENT
Mayor & Council: 691-5044
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ADMINISTRATION
City Attorney: 691-5037
City Clerk: 691-5041
City Manager: 691-5031
Communications
Media Relations &
Special Events: 691-5296
Finance
Main Line: 691-5250
Purchasing: 691-5141
Business Licenses Online
Human Resources
Main Line: 691-5096
Job Hotline: 691-5095
Volunteering: 691-5000
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