Greetings!
Information about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) is prevalent in the news and on everyone’s mind, so I wanted to touch on a couple important pieces of information. First, even though the United States has not seen the level of outbreak as in other countries, preventative measures are important, and information from San Mateo County Health and the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention can help you understand
everyday preventative measures. Second, the City is evaluating measures to be taken should COVID-19 spread to San Mateo County.
In other City news, a
Specific Plan for Sharp Park is underway, which will serve as a blueprint for this area of Pacifica to become a vibrant mixed-use and pedestrian-friendly center of activity for Pacifica. Following a large community meeting in January with over 90 participants, there is now a 3-question survey for you to take to clarify preferences for strategies for the area. Please
Take the survey by noon on Monday, March 9.
As always, go safely this week and please let me know if you have comments or questions, and
thank you for wanting to
Connect with Pacifica!
Sincerely,
KEVIN WOODHOUSE
City Manager
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March 3, 2020
Presidential Primary Election Information
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As a California Voter’s Choice Act County, between February 3 and February 29, all San Mateo County registered voters are being mailed a ballot for the March 3, 2020 Presidential Primary Election.
Vote by Mail ballots may be returned to
any Ballot Drop Box in the County, by US mail, or to a San Mateo County Vote Center.
Visit
www.smcacre.org/elections
for more information, including a full list of Vote Center and Ballot Drop Box locations for the March 3, 2020 Presidential Primary Election.
IN PACIFICA:
- Drop ballot in mail at any U.S. Post Office / mailbox
- Ballot Drop Box at Pacifica City Hall during business hours until March 3
- Vote Center will be open in Pacifica at St. Peter’s Parish, 700 Oddstad Blvd, Pacifica from Feb 29 – Mar 3
OTHER VOTE CENTERS:
- 3 Vote Centers will be open Feb 3 – Mar 3. Of these, the closest location to Pacifica is the South San Francisco Main Library, 840 West Orange Ave.
- 9 Vote Centers will be open beginning Feb. 22. Of these, the closest to Pacifica include the following:
- Daly City City Hall, 333 90th St;
- Half Moon Bay Emergency Ops Ctr, 537 Kelly Ave; and,
- San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Rd.
- 42 Vote Centers will be open beginning Feb. 29, including the location in Pacifica at St. Peter’s Parish.
For a full Vote Center Location listing:
NOTE
: Pacifica residents may vote at any Vote Center in San Mateo County. Vote at the Vote Center that is most convenient for you!
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): What You Need to Know
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While the United States has not seen the level of outbreak of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) that has occurred in other countries, the City of Pacifica is currently evaluating measures to be taken should this disease spread to San Mateo County. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends individuals and families follow everyday preventive measures:
- Voluntary Home Isolation: Stay home when you are sick with respiratory disease symptoms. At the present time, these symptoms are more likely due to influenza or other respiratory viruses than to COVID-19-related virus.
- Respiratory Etiquette: Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue, then throw it in the trash can.
- Hand Hygiene: Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds; especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with 60%-95% alcohol.
- Environmental Health Action: Routinely clean frequently touched surfaces and objects
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Sharp Park Concepts Survey
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The City of Pacifica is developing a
Specific Plan for Sharp Park, an area with significant opportunity to become a vibrant mixed-use and pedestrian-friendly center of activity for Pacifica. The Specific Plan will serve as a blueprint for development and preservation for the blocks surrounding Palmetto Avenue and Beach Boulevard between Paloma Avenue and Clarendon Road, as well as adjacent areas east of Highway 1.
On January 29, 2020, the City of Pacifica held a Specific Plan Concepts workshop, in which nearly 90 participants received an overview of key strategies to achieve a vision of a more vibrant, well-connected, and appealing Sharp Park and discussed preferences for achieving these goals. To view the evening's boards and presentation,
click here
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At the workshop, participants provided a diverse range of preferences and responses. But, we would also like to hear from you! We invite you to take a 3-question survey that will help to clarify preferences for a few of these strategies and provide a direction for Specific Plan's major concepts.
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Do You Want to Build an ADU?
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Thinking about building an ADU? The City has launched a new tool called
Symbium Build
. Find your lot on the map and build your own virtual ADU.
The tool will guide you through what kind of ADU may work and the planning requirements for that lot and type of structure.
Save time and money. Build your ADU virtually!
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Hello Housing Presents a New One Stop Shop Program
"Bright in Your Own Backyard"
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Are you a motivated homeowner who wants to learn how to add a second unit to your home, but don’t know where to start? Visit hellobright.org to learn more!
Hello, homeowners! Are you ready to build a second unit? Would FREE feasibility and project management from a trusted nonprofit partner make it easier? Announcing Bright in Your Own Backyard, San Mateo County’s NEW Second Unit One Stop Shop.
Nonprofit Hello Housing will provide up to 100 hours of free feasibility and project management support to participating homeowners who want to add a second unit to their property. NOW accepting applications from eligible homeowners. Application deadlines apply, so learn more about the
Second Unit One Stop Shop TODAY and submit your application at
www.HelloBright.org or call (415) 446-9235.
Applying is free and simple!
Bright in Your Own Backyard is an innovative collaboration amongst nonprofit Hello Housing, local government, and homeowners to build more second units in our communities. Sign up for updates at
www.HelloBright.org!
Tenemos asistencia en español disponible.
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Pacifica Receives Reach Code Award from Sustainable San Mateo County
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Sustainable San Mateo County (SSMC) announced today that it will recognize Pacifica, among other cities in the County for adopting a strong, local building code (called “Reach Codes”) that will result in safer and more comfortable buildings, increase electric vehicle readiness, and reduce carbon emissions. The organization will honor Pacifica, along with other sustainability champions, during its
21
st
annual Sustainability Awards Dinner on
April 2 at the College of San Mateo.
SSMC is presenting 5 awards at the Awards Dinner. Pacifica won the
Fast Track Award. According to SSMC, Pacifica’s leaders acted quickly and decisively to adopt a Reach Code. They took advantage of a Peninsula Clean Energy grant that provided model codes and technical assistance to municipalities throughout the county to refine and adopt their Reach Code. Pacifica’s City Council unanimously adopted the city’s Reach Code on its first reading in November 2019.
Pacifica’s Reach Code Ordinance is still under review by the California Energy Commission, which if approved would making the Reach Code and official amendment to the City’s Building Code.
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Community Center Parking Lot Re-Opens!
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State Award for Excellence in Wastewater Collections
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The Collection System of the Year award is given in recognition of outstanding maintenance programs, regulatory compliance, and safety and training procedures.
Congratulations!
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HEART's Free First-Time Homebuyer Workshop
Wed, Mar 4th 6-7pm | David J. Chetcuti Room, 450 Poplar Ave, Millbrae
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HEART can help you buy a home in San Mateo County with only 5% down and no PMI. Join this presentation about the first-time home buyer program and the home-buying process.
Register now
About the First-Time Homebuyer Program
HEART and Meriwest Mortgage are partnering to offer down payment assistance to first time homebuyers in San Mateo County to buy a home with 5% down and no PMI.
You can buy a market rate single family home, townhome, or condo worth up to $908,156 anywhere in the County with this special program. We'll have a representative realtor on hand to talk about what might be available in this challenging real estate market and how to make a successful offer. Please note that this is for market rate homes only, and not BMR (below market rate).
Who Qualifies?
Families with household incomes up to $170,000 and a credit score of 680 or better who live or work in San Mateo County.
How much do I need to make?
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NOTE: Realtors, there is no marketing or solicitation before, during, or after the workshop.
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SM 101 Express Lanes Project
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U.S. 101 from Whipple Avenue to I-380 in San Mateo County is under construction to complete the SM 101 Express Lanes Project. Construction and testing is currently scheduled to last until late 2022. It will require freeway lane closures between 9 PM and 5:30 AM (Sunday-Thursday). The goal is to avoid project-related freeway delays before 9 PM and after 6 AM. However, with these closures, expect delays potentially over 25 minutes from 9 PM to 1:30 AM and below 15 minutes from 1:30 AM – 6 AM.
Travelers will be able to see real-time traffic conditions from changeable message signs placed in the construction zone. The Smart Traffic System is being implemented during construction to provide up-to-date information, improve safety, and reduce congestion.
Since this is one of the Bay Area’s busiest corridors, CalTrans asks for your help to make sure everyone in your community is prepared for this construction.
Learn More
For questions during construction, contact the Caltrans Public Information Officer:
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Keep safety in mind as you and your loved ones enjoy the beauty of Pacifica’s beaches. Together we can keep Pacifica safe and enjoyable for all. This
Beach Safety Tips brochure has important information for beach-goers about rip currents and other safety concerns. Please help share the information with your neighbors and the visitors to the area. Go safely, Pacifica!
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Census 2020: What's at Stake?
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Save the Date! April 1, 2020, marks Census Day, a key benchmark for the 2020 count observed nationwide. By this date, households will receive an invitation to participate in the 2020 Census. You'll then have three options for responding: online, by mail, or by phone. When completing the census, you'll note where you are living on April 1. Learn more at
www.smccensus.org.
What is the Census?
Every 10 years, the federal government is required to count
all residents in the United States, citizens and noncitizens alike, through a national census. The next national census is in April 2020. The information is used to make sure everyone is equally represented in our political system and that government resources are allocated fairly. It is also used to make important decisions about community programs and services, like where to build homes and parks, establish public transit routes, build new roads and offer language access services.
Here’s what we’re doing to make sure
everyone counts.
Why is it Important?
It helps make sure everyone has equitable representation, funding, and resources.
Learn more»
What you need to know
The next census will be in April 2020 and we need to count all our residents.
Learn more »
What you can do
There are many ways you can help make sure everyone in our county gets counted.
Learn more »
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- Head Swim Coach – Until Filled
- Child Care Aide/Child Care Associate Teacher – Until Filled
- Lifeguard I/II – Until Filled
- Recreation Leader I-V – Until Filled
- Police Officer – Continuous
- Senior Services Bus/Van Driver – Until Filled
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Please note
: This newsletter is sent weekly on Friday and content is current at that time. Those who have not opened the email by Monday receive a reminder email, and some content may no longer be current.
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Mar 4 –
HEART's Free First-Time Homebuyer Workshop 6-7pm | David J. Chetcuti Room, 450 Poplar Ave, Millbrae
Upcoming City Meetings – For information about upcoming City meetings, visit the City of Pacifica website at
www.cityofpacifica.org and check the Calendar for City Council Meetings and Other City Meetings at the bottom of the home page.
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Recent City of Pacifica and Pacifica Police Department press releases are available on the City of Pacifica website under City Government -
Press Releases & Media Bulletins.
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