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SHOP CHULA VISTA
Chula Vista is the second largest city in the county. We have a diverse community that sprawls from the scenic lakes and mountains to the picturesque bayfront. But Chula Vista is more than just a pretty community; we have unique shops and boutiques, colorful restaurants, major retailers and nationally recognized sports, arts and entertainment venues. To the hundreds of thousands of residents who reside in Chula Vista - we are not just a city - we are "home." Part of what makes this city your home, are our one-of-a-kind businesses, which are an integral part of Chula Vista's distinctive character.
This holiday season, we encourage you to support your home town businesses and "Shop Chula Vista Now." Support the merchants that are here for you and your family throughout the year. By keeping your shopping local, you are increasing Chula Vista's tax base, helping create local jobs, encouraging local prosperity and supporting businesses that are invested in our future.
What's the best part about shopping local? Chula Vista businesses are offering great discounts this holiday season! More than 150 Chula Vista stores, shops, restaurants, hotels, beauty salons, and other businesses are offering special "Shop Chula Vista Now" discounts. To find the latest deals and to download your incentive card, CLICK HERE or display the card on your smart phone at checkout. Participating businesses range from Chick-fil-A, ARYA Cleaners and Cold Stone Creamery to Mouette, South Bay Bicycles and Venga Venga.
Remember, think local and Shop Chula Vista Now! Shopping locally not only saves you time and money, you are also contributing sales tax dollars, which in turn, provide city resources for parks, libraries, recreation activities, street maintenance, police, and fire. Happy shopping!
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CVPD - WE'RE HIRING!
 Are you considering a career in law enforcement? If so, check out this great new recruiting video from the Chula Vista Police Department (CVPD), CLICK HERE.
CVPD is currently seeking new recruits: Police Lateral (Peace Officer) for those who have already completed a CA POST approved academy, and Police Recruit for someone who needs to attend an academy and has no previous sworn law enforcement experience. To apply for a Police Lateral (Peace Officer) position, CLICK HERE. This is an on-going recruitment effort with no application deadline. If you would like to be notified about the Police Recruit process, CLICK HERE. |
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ACT CHULA VISTA
We receive daily telephone calls at the City reporting pot holes, graffiti, large items in the street, etc. You can now report certain issues online 24/7 using ACT Chula Vista (formerly known as See, Click, Fix). Non-emergency issues can be reported via your computer or smartphone and you can include a photograph to show us what the problem is. ACT (Alert, Connect, Track) Chula Vista can be found on Google Play Store or iTunes and can also be reported on the City website, CLICK HERE.
A few examples of issues that can be reported using ACT Chula Vista include graffiti, potholes, dead animals, malfunctioning traffic signals, and abandoned vehicles. Requests reported through ACT Chula Vista can provide location, description and photos. The service is available in different languages and requests can be submitted anonymously.
Not only can you report an issue, but you can monitor it as well. Once the issue is documented with ACT Chula Vista, the reporting citizen will receive a notification and tracking number. The request is then automatically forwarded to the appropriate department for review. Once the issue is addressed, the status will be updated and posted on ACT Chula Vista. City staff will monitor ACT Chula Vista during normal business hours.
Recently, City staff received a thank you email after some potholes were repaired in a residential area in less than 48 hours after reporting via ACT Chula Vista. Of course, not all issues can be addressed quite that fast, but using ACT Chula Vista will save you time and allow you to report issues at your convenience. But if you still want to call and say hello to City staff, we're happy to talk to you!
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CAST VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
If you have ever thought about serving your community as a volunteer, consider joining the City of Chula Vista CAST program. Chula Vista's CAST - Citizen's Adversity Support Team - consists of volunteers trained to provide families of trauma victims with compassionate, supportive assistance.
Volunteers, on call 24 hours a day, every day of the year, are trained by professionals including police officers, firefighters, psychologists, and emergency room staff. First responders summon CAST to a variety of emergency calls - serious motor vehicle accidents, murders, domestic violence, shootings and fires. Since 1993, CAST members have responded to thousands of calls in the communities of Chula Vista, Bonita, and Imperial Beach.
The next training session begins in January and runs through mid-April 2015. For more information, or to request an application, please contact Maria Zadorozny at (619) 691-5213 or EMAIL.
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WINTER THERAPEUTIC ACTIVITIES
In an effort to provide fun activities for all residents, including those with special needs, our Recreation Department Therapeutics division has several upcoming programs planned. All activities will be held at the Heritage Community Center, 1381 East Palomar Street, (619) 421-7032.
Saturday, November 8, from 5 to 7 p.m., there will be a Pilgrim's Potluck at Heritage Community Center. This family event requires pre-registration and items to be shared. Register, CLICK HERE, via ActiveNet, in person at any recreation center, or call (619) 421-7032. Hoop It Up Basketball is set for Friday, November 7, 14, 21, December 5, 12, and 19, from 4 to 4:50 p.m. On Thursday, November 6, 13, 20, December 4, 11, and 18, there will be Just for Kicks Soccer from 4:30 to 5:20 p.m. Also on Thursday, November 6, 13, 20, December 4, 11, and 18, is Move & Groove Hip Hop from 5 to 5:50 p.m. On Wednesday, November 5, 12, 19, December 3, 10, and 17, from 5 to 7 p.m., a new class, Wednesday Night Live!, will be offered featuring games, crafts and music.
All four classes are for developmental disabled participants ages five and over and require no previous experience. Fees for resident is $27 each class and $33 for non-resident. |
DID YOU KNOW...
.. our Chula Vista Animal Care Facility (CVACF) opened a new multi-purpose structure recently called The Cottage. The 1,079 square-foot building is the latest addition to the  CVACF, part of an ongoing $1 million campaign to help enhance housing, care and adoption rates for animals at the facility. Designed for the housing of delicate, smaller animals like rabbits, puppies, small dogs and kittens, The Cottage will also make adoption interactions more engaging.
... Chula Vista's Districting Commission will meet on Monday, November 10, at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 276 Fourth Avenue. If you cannot make the meeting in person, City residents can watch it live via streaming video on the City's website, CLICK HERE or on Cox Channel 24 or AT&T U-Verse Channel 99. The meeting will be archived on the City website the following day as well. For the latest Districting information, CLICK HERE. ... rock group The Doors may have sung "Break on Through to the Other Side," but that is exactly what the Port of San Diego and City recently accomplished in a "Break Through to the Bayfront!" On October 30, a celebration was held for the completion of the H Street  Extension Project. The $7.2 million project extended H Street from Bay Boulevard to Marina Parkway and connects the City's bayfront to the main streets in western Chula Vista.
... RIDA Development Corporation has been selected by the Port to enter negotiations to develop the Chula Vista Bayfront (CVB) development project. RIDA has developed and owns several other large-scale hotels including the 720-room Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate and the 1,400-room Hilton Orlando. They are currently building a 1,000-room Marriott Marquis Houston which includes a 1.2 million sq. ft. convention center. The CVB plans for a 1,400 to 1,600-room resort hotel with approximately 400,000 sq. ft. of convention space.
... two public outreach presentations are scheduled regarding the Chula Vista Light Rail Corridor Improvements - Palomar Street Grade Separation Study. The study will analyze options for separating the trolley tracks from Palomar Street by either constructing an underpass or elevating the tracks above the street. We need YOUR input to decide which option works best for the community. The first presentation will be at the City's Safety Commission meeting on Wednesday, November 5, at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue. The second workshop is set for Wednesday, November 12, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the County of San Diego Health & Human Services Agency building, Conference Room #2, located at 690 Oxford Street, Chula Vista.
 ... donations are now being accepted for new swim suits for children of all ages and sizes. Our Aquatics division will provide the new swim suits to those in need who are participating in school polo/swim teams or are taking swimming lessons at the City. Drop off your donated suits until March 1 at Parkway Aquatic Center, 384 Park Way, or the Loma Verde Aquatic Center, 1420 Loma Lane, Monday through Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. Those eligible for a free swim suit are encouraged to download an application, CLICK HERE, prior to March 1, 2015. ... AARP is seeking volunteer tax preparers to assist residents at the Civic Center and South Branch Libraries next year. Training will be held January 12-23 and volunteers will be certified as an AARP tax counselor. No experience is necessary, however, some knowledge of tax law and moderate computer skills are desired. Contact Donley Cates, EMAIL. |
ELECTION DAY
Don't forget to vote on Tuesday, November 4! Chula Vista residents will be selecting a new mayor and two councilmembers. Both the Civic Center and South Branch libraries will be voting sites.
ONE BOOK FOR KIDS
The Otay Ranch Branch library will host author Dorina Lazo Gilmore on Wednesday, November 5, from 4 to 6 p.m. Ms. Gilmore wrote Cora Cooks Pancit, which is the featured book for children in this year's community-wide reading program, One Book One San Diego. The free family event will feature a brief story time, Filipino cooking demonstration, craft activity, refreshments, and an opportunity to meet Ms. Gilmore.
VETERANS CEREMONY AT SWC
A Veterans Day ceremony is planned at Southwestern College on Thursday, November 6, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event will feature the presentation of colors and singing of the National Anthem, and honored guest speaker Jim Bedinger, Commander, United States Navy Retired. Free parking is available in Lot C.
FLU SHOT CLINIC Free flu shots will be provided by the San Diego County Health & Human Services Agency, while supplies last, on Friday, November 7. The clinic will be held at the Civic Center Branch Library, 365 F Street, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Last year, 400 residents received inoculations at the clinic.
VETERANS ELEMENTARY PARADE
The ninth annual parade to honor our heroes past, present and future will be held Friday, November 7, at Veterans Elementary School, 1550 Magdalena Avenue, from 9 to 11 a.m. Keynote speaker will be Commander Tracy Hines, United States Navy.
SWAP MEET AT LOMA VERDE CENTER
Want to clean out the closet or finally make room in the garage for the car? Don't miss the chance to make a few bucks on your old stuff! The Loma Verde Recreation Center, located at 1420 Loma Lane, will be hosting a swap meet on Saturday, November 8, from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Space rental fee is $15, table rental fee is $5 (or bring your own). Please register at (619) 585-5687 by 4 p.m. on November 7. No food or weapons can be sold. Bring your own change!
OUTDOOR WATER CONSERVATION WORKSHOP
California is currently in a historical drought with 60% of the state in an "exceptional drought." With more than half the water for an average home used outside, that is a great place to start conserving. Learn how to keep your yard beautiful and save water at a free workshop on Saturday, November 8, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. The workshop will be held at the Mosaic Community Garden, 960 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, and will cover water conservation strategies such as "laundry to landscape" water reuse, rain water harvesting, and water-smart landscaping. You will also learn about rebates and programs that can help you make these water-saving upgrades now! The workshop is restricted to Chula Vista residents and space is limited. RSVP by calling (619) 409-3893 or EMAIL.
ANNUAL PARADE BAND REVIEW"A Salute To Veterans," the fifth annual parade band review, will be held at the Otay Ranch Town Center on Saturday, November 8. The parade will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on EastLake Parkway between Birch Road and Kestrel, and a community festival follows from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Macy's South parking lot. For more information, CLICK HERE.
VETERANS DAY OBSERVANCE
The public is invited to a Veterans Day observance, Tuesday, November 11, in Memorial Park Bowl, 373 Park Way. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and is sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign War Post 2111, American Legion Post 435, Fleet Reserve Association Branch 61, and American Legion Post 867. Keynote speaker is Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom veteran Lieutenant Daniel C. Larsen (retired). City offices will be closed in honor of Veterans Day. Remember to thank a veteran - past or present - for their service.
MY OH MY, PIE!
Youth in grades K through 6 can participate in the "Whipped Cream Pie" eating contest scheduled for Wednesday, November 12, at 3 p.m. at the Otay Recreation Center, 3554 Main Street. Contestants - sorted by age group - must eat all the whipped cream in record time to become a winner. Winners will be awarded a complimentary donated pie! Call (619) 476-5325 for more information.
COLOR DASH
Run or walk along a non-competitive 5K course through bursts of electric colors on Saturday, November 15. The race, sponsored by Integrity Charter School, will be held in Rohr Park with packet pick up at 8 a.m.; race at 10 a.m. To register or for more information, CLICK HERE.
TURKEY BOWLING CONTEST
 Win your Thanksgiving dinner at the Otay Recreation Center's Turkey Bowling Contest! For children in grades K through 6, the event is set for Thursday, November 20, at 3 p.m. The participant with the most pins knocked down wins a donated turkey from Ralphs!
KIDS NIGHT OUT
Parkway Community Center, 373 Park Way, is hosting a Kids Night Out on Friday, November 21, from 6 to 9 p.m. Designed for kids ages 6-12, there will be a costume contest, dinner, crafts and lots of fun! The fee is $12 for resident and $15 for non-resident. For more information, please call (619) 409-1980.
THANKSGIVING CRAFTS AND BAKING CAMP
Here's a chance for the kids to get involved with all the holiday festivities! On Monday and Tuesday, November 24 and 25, children will make crafts using wood and ceramics and also bake goodies for the Thanksgiving holiday. The camp will be held at the Montevalle Recreation Center, 840 Duncan Ranch Road, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days. In addition to the $46 registration fee ($56 for non-resident), there is a $40 materials fee. Kids are encouraged to bring their own lunch, drink and a water bottle. For more information, call (619) 691-5269.
TURKEY TENNIS CAMP Tennis players ages 7 to 15 years old will enjoy the Turkey Camp set for November 24-28, taught by tennis pro Juan Villanueva. Camp will be held at Mt. San Miguel Park, 2335 Paseo Veracruz, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day. Fees are $115 for resident and $144 non-resident. Campers should bring snack, water, sunscreen, tennis racquet and a can of three new balls. CLICK HERE to register.
SAN DIEGO TURKEY TROT
Want something different to do on Thanksgiving Day while waiting for the turkey to cook? The San Diego Turkey Trot is geared for all ages and includes a 5K or 10K walk or run and a 15K run. The race will be held in Rohr Park on Thursday, November 27, at 8 a.m. CLICK HERE for more details and to register.
TURKEY TIME
City offices and facilities will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 27 and 28, so that City staff can enjoy the holiday with family and friends. Emergency services will still be operational. Trash pick up in the City will be delayed one day: Thursday pick up will be Friday and Friday will be on Saturday.
PARTY IN THE VILLAGEBe sure to bring the family to the third annual Holiday in the Village on Saturday, December 6, from 12 to 5 p.m. and stay for the return of the Starlight Parade at 6 p.m.!  Festivities are centered in Memorial Park and include live reindeer, staged performances, stories read by Ana from Frozen, the Polar Express Conductor and the Grinch. Frosty's Snow Hill will offer sledding fun for kids of all ages. Along Third Avenue you will find strolling costumed carolers, shopping specials by merchants, and an Ugly Holiday Sweater contest! Then find your seat for the Starlight Parade which runs along Third Avenue from H to E Streets featuring floats, dancers, musical bands, classic cars and of course, Santa Claus. Interested in participating in the parade? CLICK HERE to register by November 6. HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
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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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