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Wednesday, June 1 @6pm in the Council Chambers
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Starting Tonight!
The 50th Swedish Festival is here! We've got four great days of traditional experiences for the whole family to enjoy.
- Thursday, May 19 (5pm - 8pm); Join us on Draper Street for Pea Soup and Pancakes, as well as the crowning of the Festival Queen
- Friday, May 20 (4pm - 9pm); Enjoy
our Public Safety Officer Review, a traditional Swedish Smörgåsbord, entertainment, Skate Park - all Downtown.
- Saturday, May 21 (starting at 7am); Get in line at Downtown Park for Swedish Pancakes, the Dala Horse Trot, Decorating the Maypole, the Grand Parade and over 100 vendors!
- Sunday, May 22 (10am - 4pm @Memorial Park); Join us for craft vendors, food, and entertainment as well help close out the annual festivities!
The Grand Parade begins at 10:30am and will feature three special Grand Marshals! If you have any questions feel free to call the Chamber of Commerce at (559) 897-1111. |
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Meet Mike
Mike Koch is the City's full-time Building Official, handling everything from inspections to code enforcment. He is in charge of the major administrative needs of the department, which include updating the department budget, having up-to-date knowledge on all building codes, and commercial and residential building inspections. Mike also doubles as a reserve firefighter for the City.
In his spare time, Mike enjoys bicycling, both for recreation and for competition. He also enjoys skiing during the winter and golfing during the other 11 months of the year. Mike says "it's an honor and a pleasure it was to work in such a great town with such great people."
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It's All Online Too
Make sure you check out our new utility online payment format. This online format provides more user features including:
- Auto-pay
- Paperless billing
- Previous consumption data
- and more.
It is important to note that if you were already enrolled in auto-pay billing, you will have to re-register utilizing your new account number. Those wishing to pay by credit card online or in person will be able to pay using Visa, Mastercard or Discover (a new option).
We appreciate your patience during this transition process. If there are questions about the new billing statement or online payments, please contact Finance Director Maggie Moreno at 897-5821.
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Contain the Contamination
Mid Valley Disposal will be conducting a contamination program check in the City of Kingsburg between Monday, May 23, and Friday, May 27. Their specially trained staff will be inspecting green waste and recycling bins for unacceptable materials. If unacceptable materials are found in one of the bins a notice will be placed either on the bin or on the resident's front door.
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact the Mid Valley Disposal Recycling Department at 559-567-0520. |
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Water Conservation
State officials have effectively ended the mandatory conservation rates required by individual jurisdictions. Although the mandates have been lifted, Kingsburg's guidelines remain in effect for the time being. City Council will hold a discussion about future City policy during their June 1 regular meeting. Individual jurisdictions will be required to "self certify" to determine the appropriate level of conservation for their particular utility. More information will be available as staff evaluates the new regulations.
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This Week in History
On May 19, 1935, the retired Royal Air Force mechanic named Thomas Lawrence died from the injuries he received from a motorcycle accident a week prior to his death. Thomas was better known to the world as Lawrence of Arabia, and gained notoriety for being a war hero, author, and an archaeological scholar. Lawrence studied archaeology for most of his life and did extensive studies and expeditions in Syria, Palestine, Arabia, and Egypt. His work became priceless intelligence when the Ottoman Empire and England began in October of 1914. During the war he was assigned as an intelligence officer in Cairo, where he aided Arabian rebels against the ottoman Empire. After the war ended he turned down several medals and high-ranking positions to enlist in the Royal Air Force under a false name, just so he could return to Arabia to finish his studies. |
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Chicken Run The City Council continued their discussion regarding the allowing of backyard chickens during their May 18 meeting. The Council will consider a first reading of a new ordinance during a public hearing on June 15, 2016.
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Door to Door
All door to door salesmen in Kingsburg are required to get a permit, which includes a background check performed by KPD. You should ask to see their permit. If they are unable to produce the permit, please contact the non-emergency PD number (897-2931) and provide details on their location.
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