Congratulations to Stone Brewing Co. which will be the first American craft brewer to own and operate a brewery in Europe. Last month they announced plans to open a production brewery and destination restaurant in Berlin, Germany in a historic gasworks complex. The project is slated to open in late 2015 or early 2016.

At the November 4, 2014 General Municipal Election, the residents of Escondido will elect one Mayor to serve a four-year term; the residents of District One in Escondido will elect one City Council Member to serve a four-year term; and the residents of District Two in Escondido will elect one City Council Member to serve a four-year term.

The Candidate Nomination and Filing Period began on Monday, July 14, 2014, and ends on Friday, August 8, 2014 at 5 p.m. During that time, persons interested in running for office may contact the Escondido City Clerk's Office.  

Attention vendors, businesses and service providers: You are invited to attend a "How to Do Business with SDWP" workshop hosted by the San Diego Workforce Partnership's procurement team. The workshop will be held on August 12 in Chula Vista. Visit their Web site for more information and to register.

SANDAG will be holding two workshops focusing on regional transportation and mobility.