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23rd Annual Domestic Violence Candlelight Vigil
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Veterans Park - 1501 W. Henderson Avenue
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Chamber of Commerce P.C.o.C Paper Shredding Event
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
93 N. Main Street - (backside parking lot)
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American Conservatory Fright Night at the Mecca
8:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Mecca Parking Lot - (back lot on Second Street)
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Halloween Celebration
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Porterville Library - 50 W. Olive Ave., Suite B
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Trunk or Treat Spooktacular
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Porterville PD - 350 North D Street
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Burton Foundation Dia De Los Muertos Fun Run
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sports Complex - 2701 W. Scranton Avenue
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Veteran's Day Run and Parade (5K/10K)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Street Closure: Main Street will be closed between Doris Avenue to Orange Avenue from 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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American Conservatory Salute to the Troops Concert
1:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Mecca Parking Lot - (back lot on Second Street)
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Wienerschnitzel is Coming to Porterville!
Wienerschnitzel, the world's largest hot dog chain, is coming to town. The prime location on Olive Avenue will offer customers easy access directly off State Route 65.
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Phase IV Drought Response
The City of Porterville has adopted Phase IV of its Drought Response Plan.
As part of the Phase IV plan, the City has restricted watering days to one day per week, based on address.
MANDATORY Odd/Even Schedule
No watering allowed Monday through Friday.
Saturday - Odd addresses ok to water
Sunday - Even addresses ok to water
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Public Hearing
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Beginning at 6:30pm or soon thereafter
Porterville City Hall
291 N. Main Street
Council Chambers
A public hearing will be taking place to consider the adoption of increases to the rates for sewer service, solid waste, and recycled water and meter service fees.
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Community Info & Resources | |
Porterville Library October Calendar | | |
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TEENTOBER
TEENTOBER is a new, nationwide celebration hosted by libraries every October and aims to celebrate teens.
For more information, call or visit the Porterville Library.
All Ages Welcome!
Wednesday, October 25th
Monday, October 30th
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
50 W. Olive Avenue, Suite B
(559) 784-0177
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Parks & Leisure Community Workshop #2
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Porterville City Hall
Council Chambers
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Discussion Topics:
- Review Survey Data from Outreach Meeting #1
- Input on New & Renovated Park Sites & Facilities
Contact the Parks & Leisure Department for any questions (559) 782-7539 or at
parks_leisure@ci.porterville.ca.us
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Halloween Home Decorating Contest
Pull out your Halloween décor and trick out your house for this year's competition!
The Fourth Annual Halloween Home Decorating Contest invites community members to decorate their homes to be the creepiest, spookiest, or just most creative sight in the neighborhood.
Registration is free and trophies will be awarded to the top winners.
Learn More!
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Veteran's Day Run & Walk
Register for the Veterans Day Run & Walk happening on November 11th!
The annual race takes place in Downtown Porterville starting at 7:30 AM. It features scenic routes for the 10K run, 5K run, and 5K walk with awards for top finishers.
The low-cost entry fee is only $25 for runners and walkers and includes a long sleeved race shirt, reusable tote, and commemorative bib. Plus, there is a discounted rate of only $10 for veterans and those in active military duty.
Register Here!
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Adult Flag Football League
Registration Opens: November 1, 2023
REGISTER ONLINE or in person at our office located in Centennial Plaza, 15 E. Thurman Ave., Suite A.
Team Registration Fee: $325
Games: Saturdays beginning December 2, 2023, Porterville Sports Complex
End of League Tournament:
February 2024
For more information on this event, visit the City website or call (559) 791-7697
Register Here!
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Halloween Coloring Contest
The Porterville Police Department will be hosting a coloring contest for three (3) different age categories:
4-6yrs, 7-10yrs, and 11-12yrs.
Each category will have a winner! The winners will receive a prize and will be posted on PPD's social media page!
The coloring page can be picked up at the Police Department lobby or by scanning the QR code on the PD's Facebook page.
Artwork Due By: 10/27/23
Winner Announced: 10/31/23
Remember to follow these safety tips and have a Happy Halloween!
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Hergesheimer's Donut Factory Recognized as Outstanding Business Honoree | |
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The City of Porterville announced Hergesheimer’s Donut Factory as an Outstanding Business Honoree at the City Council meeting on October 17, 2023. There are three yearly Outstanding Business recognitions made by the City of Porterville, with this being the final recognition in 2023. Hergesheimer’s Donut Factory has been a small business community staple since 1975.
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Shop Local Porterville Contest | |
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The City of Porterville, the Porterville Chamber of Commerce, and local businesses and organizations have launched the 2023 Shop Local Porterville Contest featuring local businesses.
Visit local businesses for a chance to win prizes. No purchase is necessary to participate, but local shopping is encouraged.
Shop Local Porterville Contest Passports are available for pickup by doing any of the following:
- Stopping by City Hall (291 N. Main St.). Please go to the Community Development Counter. Monday - Friday (8 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
- Visiting participating Porterville businesses. Please take a look at their business hours.
More information: Please download the FLYER
or visit www.ShopLocalPorterville.com
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City Business & Housing Resources | |
City of Porterville's Business Assistance Program
The City of Porterville offers various financing options for businesses within city limits to help promote the economic vitality of our community.
Current programs include:
• Microenterprise Forgivable Loan Program
• Revolving Loan Program
Questions? Please contact the Economic Development Division:
(EcDev@ci.porterville.ca.us • 559-782-7460)
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Housing Program
Do you want to BUY A HOUSE? Do you need HOME REPAIRS? Do you need a WHEELCHAIR RAMP outside your home? Do you need to Connect to City WATER or SEWER?
If you answered YES, please call to see if you qualify (559) 782-7460 or email
housing@ci.porterville.ca.us
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Pre-Approved Auxiliary Dwelling Unit (ADU) Plans Now Available! | |
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Accessory Dwelling Units ("ADU") are an innovative and affordable way for many individuals and families to create additional housing units on their existing properties.
View available plans online:
View Here
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Villa Street Construction Starting Soon
The Villa Street Reconstruction Project will be starting week of October 23, 2023.
The project will consist of the removal and replacement of the existing asphalt and base and the installation of access compliant curb ramps.
The project also includes the installation of conduit for a fiber optic line, and installing video detection at the intersections of Villa Street and Olive Avenue, Villa Street and Putnam Avenue, and Villa Street and Morton Avenue.
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Who Do I Call? City Directory | |
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Click the link below for a directory of the City's most requested services
Directory
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The City of Porterville uses the myPorterville App as a method to easily submit resident requests. You can submit service requests (potholes, street lights, trash collection, graffiti, and other non-emergency items) directly to us online or by using your mobile device and they will instantly be routed to the appropriate department administrator! | |
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You can download the app or simply go on our website through the link below. | |
City Council Meeting Recap: October 17, 2023 | |
Discussion of Potential Local Regulations Addressing Regulation of Camping
Due to the impacts caused by the increase of individuals experiencing homelessness, City Council discussed the development of regulations that address camping, the protection of critical public infrastructure and public access to public spaces. City Council agreed to bring the item back in December for further discussion.
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Other actions and announcements:
- The City Council approved the media sponsorship of the 2023 Porterville Veterans Day Parade in the amount of $12,500. The funding was appropriated from the Community Promotions Fund, which is reserved for Downtown and Main Street events. The sponsorship will include a live broadcast, which will air on KSEE 24 and forty (40) promotional spots on KSEE 24 prior to the parade.
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Next Regular City Council Meeting
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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291 N. Main Street, Porterville, CA 93257
(559) 782-7499
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