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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMayor and City Council Report 11-2-22City Manager Report toThe Mayor and City Council November 2, 2022 City Manager Report toThe Mayor and City Council November 2, 2022 White House Initiative Latino Economic Summit Set for November 17, 2022 at CSUSB White House Initiative Latino Economic Summit Set for November 17, 2022 at CSUSB This event will bring together local, state and national leaders to discuss regional solutions to issues such as housing, entrepreneurship, innovation, and education. The event will include the unveiling of the San Bernardino Investment Playbook, a collaborative effort by the Aspen Institute, CSUSB, and the City. The Playbook, authored by Bruce Katz and Jessica Lee, was funded by the James Irvine Foundation, and is intended to connect the region with numerous types of economic development opportunities. This event will bring together local, state and national leaders to discuss regional solutions to issues such as housing, entrepreneurship, innovation, and education. The event will include the unveiling of the San Bernardino Investment Playbook, a collaborative effort by the Aspen Institute, CSUSB, and the City. The Playbook, authored by Bruce Katz and Jessica Lee, was funded by the James Irvine Foundation, and is intended to connect the region with numerous types of economic development opportunities. Code EnforcementCode Enforcement Before AfterBeforeAfter Property on Medical Center Drive was previously filled with accumulated rubbish, trash, and debris. Code Enforcement staff worked with the property owner to completely clean up the site (at the owner’s expense). Code EnforcementCode Enforcement Before AfterBeforeAfter Code Enforcement recently obtained an abatement warrant for a property on Sepulveda Avenue to clean up accumulated rubbish, trash, and debris. Seven dumpsters and three 20x10 ft utility trailers were filled. Staff is working with Adult Protective Services to ensure that mental health services are available to the current owner (who is a senior citizen). Code Enforcement recently obtained an abatement warrant for a property on Sepulveda Avenue to clean up accumulated rubbish, trash, and debris. Seven dumpsters and three 20x10 ft utility trailers were filled. Staff is working with Adult Protective Services to ensure that mental health services are available to the current owner (who is a senior citizen). Code EnforcementCode Enforcement Before AfterBeforeAfter Code Enforcement recently obtained an abatement warrant for a property on Crestview Avenue to clear a fire damaged building and accumulated rubbish, trash, and debris. Code Enforcement recently obtained an abatement warrant for a property on Crestview Avenue to clear a fire damaged building and accumulated rubbish, trash, and debris. BeforeBefore AfterAfterDuringDuring Public Works Belle Street Alley CleanupPublic Works Belle Street Alley Cleanup This was a high-complaint area on Belle that included illegal dumping and former encampment trash. Public Works used their new Avant mini loader to expedite the cleanup. This was a high-complaint area on Belle that included illegal dumping and former encampment trash. Public Works used their new Avant mini loader to expedite the cleanup. Strong Response for Small Business and Non-Profit Grants Strong Response for Small Business and Non-Profit Grants Applications are still being accepted by the City for grants between $10,000 and $35,000 to small business and non- profit organizations. A total of $3 million is available to qualifying organizations on a first come, first served basis. To date, approximately 165 applications have been received. Small business grant requests are nearing the program’s funding capacity. The deadline for non-profits to apply is November 21, 2022 and the deadline for small businesses is December 12, 2022. For more information, visit the City homepage. Applications are still being accepted by the City for grants between $10,000 and $35,000 to small business and non- profit organizations. A total of $3 million is available to qualifying organizations on a first come, first served basis. To date, approximately 165 applications have been received. Small business grant requests are nearing the program’s funding capacity. The deadline for non-profits to apply is November 21, 2022 and the deadline for small businesses is December 12, 2022. For more information, visit the City homepage. Police Participate in Red Ribbon Week Police Participate in Red Ribbon Week On October 24, 2022, SBPD Officers attended Bing Wong Elementary School’s Red Ribbon Week assembly. Red Ribbon Week is the largest drug abuse prevention campaign in the U.S. On October 24, 2022, SBPD Officers attended Bing Wong Elementary School’s Red Ribbon Week assembly. Red Ribbon Week is the largest drug abuse prevention campaign in the U.S. Animal Services Assists Unhoused PetsAnimal Services Assists Unhoused Pets On October 27, 2022, Animal Control Officers participated in joint outreach efforts with the Salvation Army, Dignity Health, and Lutheran Mission at Perris Hill Park. Officers vaccinated and microchipped twenty-five pets at the event, helping to ensure these pets stay healthy and can be returned if lost. Thanks to grant funding from the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians and the California Animal Welfare Funders Collaborative, Animal Services will be offering free pet microchipping for residents of San Bernardino and Loma Linda at the Animal Shelter at 397 Chandler Place now through the end of the year. On October 27, 2022, Animal Control Officers participated in joint outreach efforts with the Salvation Army, Dignity Health, and Lutheran Mission at Perris Hill Park. Officers vaccinated and microchipped twenty-five pets at the event, helping to ensure these pets stay healthy and can be returned if lost. Thanks to grant funding from the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians and the California Animal Welfare Funders Collaborative, Animal Services will be offering free pet microchipping for residents of San Bernardino and Loma Linda at the Animal Shelter at 397 Chandler Place now through the end of the year. Blair Park Fitness Court Ribbon CuttingBlair Park Fitness Court Ribbon Cutting On Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at 3:30 pm, we will be cutting the ribbon on the new Blair Park Fitness Center located at 1446 West Marshall Boulevard. The fitness center was built in partnership with the National Fitness Campaign and is adorned with San Bernardino themed art by local artist Darren Villegas. On Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at 3:30 pm, we will be cutting the ribbon on the new Blair Park Fitness Center located at 1446 West Marshall Boulevard. The fitness center was built in partnership with the National Fitness Campaign and is adorned with San Bernardino themed art by local artist Darren Villegas. Veterans Day Ceremony on November 11Veterans Day Ceremony on November 11 Residents are invited to join the City as we honor those who have served our country with a Veterans Day ceremony at 9:00 am on Friday, November 11 at the Court Street Square. Banners recognizing our San Bernardino veterans have been posted in the Downtown area. Residents are invited to join the City as we honor those who have served our country with a Veterans Day ceremony at 9:00 am on Friday, November 11 at the Court Street Square. Banners recognizing our San Bernardino veterans have been posted in the Downtown area.