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August 3, 2016 @6pm in the Council Chambers (July 20th is cancelled)
Taking Notice
 
The City of Kingsburg was honored to receive two awards from the American Planning Association California Central Section during their July 6 regular meeting.  The City was recognized in two categories for Outstanding Achievements:
  • Planning Award of Merit - Planning Best Practices: For the 'Marion Villas Senior Housing Project' in partnership with the Fresno Housing Authority
  • Outstanding Planning Award - Plannign Best Practices: As part of a regional program participating in the 'Fresno Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Element'
The American Planning Association sets performance standards city, state and regional land use planning professionals.  The Central Section consists of 11 counties in the central an southern San Joaquin Valley, four National Forests, and four National Parks.  
Thanks John

Congratulations to long-time Kingsburg Fire Department Volunteer John Saubert, who was honored for serving 30 years with the Department during the July 6 City Council meeting.  Joe, who recently retired, began his service when the Department was comprised of only volunteers. 

John is the owner/operator of Saubert's Plumbing in Kingsburg, and while retired, continues to provide assistance to KFD when needed.  Congratulations on your retirement, and thanks for your many years of dedicated service. 
Development Updates

If you've driven around town lately you may have noticed a number of both commercial and residential projects that are either underway, or are in the preparatory stages.  On July 6, the City Council heard a report on several projects and their current status, in an effort to provide updates regarding City development.  The discussion included information on projects that are open for public discussion, and to provide insight on the work occurring in the City's planning and development department.  For questions about specific projects, residents are encouraged to contact Alex Henderson. 
Movies in the Park
 
Join us on Saturday, July 9, at Memorial Park as the City hosts the next Movie in the Park! This time we will enjoy the 1984 classic The Neverending Story! The movie will start at 8:30 pm so show up a little early just so you can snag the perfect viewing spot! We'll see you there!

There will be plenty more Movies in the Park and other community events throughout the summer. If you want to plan ahead and see what else will be going on this summer, take a look at the Community Calendar.
Meeting the Need

  

As part of the City's transition of 911 law enforcement dispatch to Fresno County, the Kingsburg Police Department has amended their hours to meet community need.  Their current hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday  from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. On Thursday they are open from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. They will also be open on the first Saturday of every month from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  If you need to file a report you can do so either by going to their office at 1300 California St, during the above stated hours, or by calling their administrative line at (559) 897-4418.
This Week in History

On July 6, 1957, Athena Gibson became the first African American woman to claim the women' singles tennis title at Wimbledon. Athena was born in Silver, South Carolina but raised in Harlem, NYC. She began playing tennis as a teenager and soon fell in love with the sport. She won the national black women's championship twice, and was one of the first African American women to play in the U.S. Open, but her career didn't fully catch fire until she was the first African American woman to win the French Open. After winning Wimbledon in 1957 she then won the U.S. Open later that same year. She was later named Female Athlete of the Year by the Associated Press for both 1957 and 1958. During the 1950's, her wins totaled at 56 singles and doubles titles, 11 of which where major titles. 
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California St.
Work on California St. is underway - take note when traveling in the area.   
Night Swimming
Looking for a late night dip? Every Friday night this summer at 7:00 p.m. there will be Night Swimming at the Crandell Swim Complex.
Water Numbers
Residents reduced overall water consumption by 31.32% in June, compared with the same time frame in 2013.  Keep up the good work, and make sure you're aware of the right times to water your landscaping.