As of today’s weather forecast, PG&E has said that Pacifica will not be affected by the upcoming Public Safety Power Shutoff in coming days, which is more likely to occur south of the Tom Lantos tunnel. However, weather can change, so please pay attention to announcements.  A convenient way to stay informed is to sign up for SMCAlert to receive direct notifications.

If you haven’t yet voted and are planning to drop off your ballot at the Official Ballot Drop Box at City Hall, 170 Santa Maria Ave., take a second to snap a photo and post it with #smcvote #PacificaVotes to contribute to a fun social media effort.

The City’s Economic Development Committee has been hard at work on ways to help promote and sustain local businesses in Pacifica, and recently worked with Sea Bowl and Beach Break Entertainment to bring a drive-in movie night to the Sea Bowl parking lot. It was a successful and fun event for all, and coupon books with deals at local businesses were distributed to the attendees. Another fun upcoming event will be the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Department’s Halloween Drive Thru event in the City Hall parking lot, fun for the whole family in a COVID-19 safe way.

You can now receive automated alerts via text message, email, or phone call on the status of your Vote by Mail ballot every step of the way by subscribing to “Where’s My Ballot?” at Wheresmyballot.sos.ca.gov.

Find your closest Vote Center and/or Ballot Drop Box location here.

Beginning Monday, October 26, window clings with the above graphic are available in Spanish, Mandarin, and English for pick up at the following locations. Help stop the spread of COVID-19.

OUR COMEBACK DEPENDS ON ALL OF US!

The online application period is scheduled to open Wednesday, October 14th and will be open for two weeks. It will be available in English, Spanish, and Chinese.

All applications received within the initial two-week window will be considered at the end of the application period and grantmaking decisions will not be based on the order of submission.

The San Mateo County Association of Realtors and the California Apartment Association will provide assistance to small property owner applicants who need help during the application period. The contact info for these two organizations is included in the FAQs. Once the application period begins, if you have questions on the application itself, please contact: PropertyOwnerGrants@smcgov.org.

Visit www.smcstrong.org for more details and application information.

Pacificans Care, Pacifica’s community foundation, is kicking off its annual 2020 Share of Care Campaign. We know that not only is the need great, but it is escalating for those Pacificans in need of assistance during these difficult times. Pacificans Care, since 1982, remains the only nonprofit that provides you the opportunity to support Pacifica Senior Services, Pacifica Resource Center, Pacifica Child Care Services and Pacifica Youth Service Bureau through one donation.

Your contribution to the 2020 Share of Care Campaign will help our core agencies provide meals on wheels for seniors, assist families in need with emergency groceries, enhance learning experiences for preschoolers and children, and provide much needed counseling for teens and families in crisis.

To join us in supporting our neighbors in need click on

or visit the Pacificans Care website at www.pacificans-care.com.

Your contribution to Share of Care will help to build a healthy, self-sufficient, and improved quality of life for those in need in Pacifica. Thank You for your kindness and generosity.

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.

10/14/2020 Press Release: November 3 2020 Election Voter Information

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.