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KUDOS TO KENNEDY
Chula Vista is fortunate to have many wonderful City staff members and some are worthy of statewide recognition including CVPD Lieutenant Roxana Kennedy. Lt. Kennedy recently received the California Peace Officers Association Trailblazer award at the Women Leaders in Law Enforcement symposium for her contributions to law enforcement. This award is presented to a woman working in law enforcement who has made outstanding contributions to her profession and/or professional organization.
As the highest ranking female officer in the Chula Vista Police Department and the agency's first female lieutenant, Kennedy was nominated by Police Chief David Bejarano for her professional accomplishments and her volunteer work in Africa with Project Compassion.
 A 21-year career with CVPD has given Lt. Kennedy a wide array of experience. She currently is the commander of the Crisis Negotiating Team and the Mobile Field Force as well as a District Commander leading problem solving efforts and outreach in the Chula Vista community. For many years, she chaired the department's Awards and Recognition committee and has led fundraising efforts for the Police Foundation. Her off-duty time is spent procuring resources for Project Compassion, a non-profit organization that provides medical aid, educational supplies, and spiritual needs to third world countries.
Lt. Kennedy has been to Africa three times working with Project Compassion and says the opportunity to visit and serve in third world countries has enriched her life in so many ways. She is looking forward to her next medical mission trip to Romania in May 2014 where the focus will be working to help children in the many orphanages there. Congratulations Lt. Kennedy!
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SHOPPING MADE EASIER
Make your holiday shopping easier with the South Bay Expressway! Kiss traffic goodbye and open a FasTrak account to save up to 80 percent on tolls. Local trips within Chula Vista are only 50 cents with FasTrak, compared to $2.50 for cash or credit card customers.
 Give your commute a makeover and open an account or add a transponder for a chance to win a $500 spa package from eLiveLife.com. "Like" SBXthe125 on Facebook for a chance to win a $100 spa gift certificate.
Want even more savings? Refer-A-Friend to open a new account. Both of you can get $10 in free toll credits! Pick up FasTrak when you shop at Costco in Rancho del Rey and get $5.01 in free tolls. FasTrak transponders also work on the I-15 Express Lanes and other toll roads and bridges in California.
Whether you're headed to work, shopping in Chula Vista, or to run errands with the family, save time and money with FasTrak on the South Bay Expressway. CLICK HERE and open an account today! |
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MEETINGS SET ON SEWER INCREASE
Every five years, the City of Chula Vista conducts a review of sewer rates to ensure there is continued adequate funding for operation and maintenance of the sewer system and treatment of the City's wastewater system. The review includes rising costs of energy, materials, and water treatment services. Rates are then proposed to cover costs of providing these services.
So that residents can ask questions and receive more detailed explanation of the proposed upcoming increase, several community meetings are planned. Input from these meetings will be included in the public hearing scheduled to be discussed at the December 17 City Council meeting. The public is invited to any of the following four community meetings: Wednesday, November 6, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Salt Creek Community Center, 2710 Otay Lakes Road, or 6 to 8 p.m. at Joseph Casillas Elementary School, 1130 East J Street; Thursday, November 7, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Otay Recreation Center, 3554 Main Street, or 6 to 8 p.m. at Feaster Charter School, 670 Flower Street.
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NO "PIER" PRESSURE
Another City employee has accomplished something many will never do or even thought of: he reached his goal of swimming around all 36 Pacific Ocean piers on the California Coastline! Ken Thiltgen, Pump Maintenance Technician with 22 years of service to the City of Chula Vista, completed his dream on September 30 at the Imperial Beach Pier accompanied by his 24 year-old daughter. Thiltgen swam the 20 mile course in eight days, averaging three miles per day.
A former lifeguard with the City, the 61 year-old has been an avid ocean swimmer for many years and has participated in a relay swim from Catalina Island to Long Beach (21 miles), and won the Oceanside Labor Day Pier Swim for his age group last year. Thiltgen also has coached swimming at the high school and club level for over 35 years. Congratulations Ken! |
DID YOU KNOW...
...the Chula Vista Police Department has a Neighborhood Watch page on Facebook! Don't forget to "Like" them. CLICK HERE.
 ... if you spot some graffiti, or a traffic light out, or maybe a pothole, remember you can report it by using SeeClickFix! From your Smart Phone or the city's website ( CLICK HERE), you can easily submit the problem to the City. Or you can always telephone issues to (619) 397-6000.
...to better serve you, City Hall counter hours have been extended to include Fridays from 9 a.m. to noon. You can now visit counters in Finance, Human Resources, Development Services or the City Clerk's office every weekday.
...after several community meetings, the final design of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) bridge has been selected. Residents voted overwhelmingly for the option of a bridge on pillars making a more open space under the bridge that is still accessible for walking, playing and socializing.
...our Conservation section continues to receive awards on the state and national level. The latest is three "Beacon Spotlight Awards" for the City's efforts to adopt policies and programs that promote sustainability from the Institute for Local Government and the Statewide Energy Efficiency Collaborative. We were recognized for reducing electricity use in municipal facilities by 15% and natural gas usage by 30% between 2005 and 2011. The City also successfully lowered greenhouse gas emissions in agency facilities by 13% and implemented over 60 sustainability initiatives at its own facilities and throughout the community.
...small businesses in Chula Vista can take advantage of SDG&E's no-cost Direct Install Program to help your business save energy and money. The program provides free services including energy assessments, equipment upgrades, and installation. A trained energy-efficient contractor will evaluate your energy use, identify energy-saving opportunities, and install energy-efficient equipment upgrades at no cost. Free upgrades can include: fluorescent lighting, refrigeration, occupancy sensors, and vending machine misers. Interested businesses should act now, because some free upgrades expire at the end of the year! Interested? EMAIL, CLICK HERE, or call 1-800-637-3753.
 ...Aquatics is requesting new swim suits in all sizes to help provide swim suits to young swimmers and water polo players. The donated suits are available to children and teens that demonstrate financial need, and are actively participating in a competitive aquatic program or registered for swim lessons with the City. Swim suits - for both boys and girls - can be dropped off at Parkway Aquatic Center, 384 Park Way. For more information, please call Ariell Folks at (619) 409-1985 or EMAIL.
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Veterans Day
Monday, November 11, is when America honors its veterans. The City of Chula Vista is no exception and recognizes these brave men and women in many ways. Although all City offices and facilities will be closed on November 11, Chula Vista recognizes our veterans through monuments, celebrations, and rememberances. Veterans Park, 785 East Palomar Street, includes a prominent "Walk of Honor" walkway paved with bricks inscribed with the names of veterans. Memorial Park, 373 Park Way, is the City's second oldest park dating back to 1937 and is the site of the City's Memorial Monument dedicated to armed forces dating back to World War II. The Chula Vista Public Library, 365 F Street, hosts a Veterans Wing which provides counseling space, updated veterans information and memorabilia, books and media materials. In addition, over 84 City streets in the communities of Sunbow, McMillin and Otay Ranch are named to honor veterans.
Chula Vista is also home to the Veterans Home of California - Chula Vista, one of six dedicated Veterans Homes in California. The 400-bed long-term care facility provides care to veterans in three avenues: independent living, licensed residential, and skilled nursing care. The City of Chula Vista wishes to thank all veterans for their service.
PAL Donation Drive
Now through December 14, the Chula Vista Police Activities League (PAL) is collecting donations for needy families during the holidays. Donations of cash, toys, gift cards and wrapping paper can be dropped off in the lobby of the Chula Vista Police Department. Especially needed are new, unwrapped toys for children ages 9 through 13, and gift cards for young teens ages 14-17. Some gift card suggestions include movie theaters, restaurants, Target, Walmart, etc. No bicycles or electronics are needed. Checks can be made payable to CVPAL, c/o Nicolle DePriest, CVPD, 315 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910. Last year, CVPAL distributed gifts to over 1,200 needy children thanks to your generosity.
 Gobble, Gobble
All City offices and facilities will be closed to allow employees to celebrate Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29. We will re-open normal hours on Monday, December 2. Trash pick up will be delayed one day for Thursday and Friday. Happy Thanksgiving!
Holiday in the Village
Save the date of Saturday, December 7, when TAVA presents the second annual Holiday in the Village. Third Avenue, from E to G Street will be transformed into a mecca of holiday merriment on December 7, from 12 to 5 p.m., offering up delights for all ages. This free pedestrian-friendly holiday event showcases the unique charm of the Village while providing activities, entertainment and shopping incentives to visitors.
Fall Backward
Remember to turn your clocks back one hour on Sunday morning (2 a.m.), November 3, when we leave Daylight Savings Time.
Shop Chula Vista Now!
With the holiday shopping season about to begin, don't forget to shop local and support Chula Vista businesses! Check out the discounts at your favorite stores. CLICK HERE.
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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
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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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