In observance of the below holidays, City Hall will be closed on the following days:

• Tuesday, December 25, 2018 - Christmas Day
• Tuesday, January 1, 2018 - New Year's Day

Several members of the City's Management team including City Manager Alexander Meyerhoff, Deputy City Manager/Director of Finance Nick Kimball, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Director Yazdan Emrani, and Director of Recreation and Community Services Julian Venegas, recently participated in advanced emergency preparedness training.  The Essential Emergency Management Concepts training was conducted under the auspices of the State Office of Emergency Management. Training was conducted at the City of Los Angeles Emergency Operations Center (EOC). 

Essential Emergency Management Concepts: All Hazards Training introduces participants to key emergency management concepts to enhance their capabilities to work in a  local, operational area, regional or state Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Course essentials include Essential EOC Section/ Position training, Essential EOC Action Planning and a series of table top and functional exercises. Additional department heads and supervisors will attend this important CalOES training during the next training cycle in 2019.

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On November 19, 2018, the City Council approved a long-term lease with San Fernando Community Health Center for the City-owned site at 732 Mott Street. The lease will enable San Fernando Community Health Center to continue to provide vital healthcare services in San Fernando through 2028 and beyond. 

San Fernando Community Health Center's mission is to provide high-quality state-of-the-art health care services, as well as prevention and education services in a supportive atmosphere to every person, particularly the most vulnerable of the San Fernando Valley, regardless of religion, race, age, sex, or personal income. It provides preventive, primary, and specialized healthcare to general community, homeless and underserved families by offering medical, dental, mental health, enabling and health education services.

On November 7, 2018, the Planning and Preservation Commission adopted a resolution making recommendations to the City Council regarding the proposed Cannabis Ordinance. The Proposed Cannabis Ordinance would establish both regulations and a discretionary review process for the allowance of medicinal and adult use commercial cannabis cultivation, distribution, manufacturing and laboratory testing within select zones. As proposed, cannabis businesses would be requested to be at least 450 feet from day cares, youth centers, and K-12 public and private schools.

The Commission recommended two amendments to the City Council's original proposed Cannabis Ordinance. First, while the proposed Cannabis Ordinance prohibits medicinal and adult use commercial cannabis retail (both storefront dispensaries and non-storefront delivery services), the Commission recommended an amendment to allow and regulate non-storefront retail delivery services within the City. Second, the Commission recommended an amendment to allow and regulate microbusinesses. The City Council now has the authority to consider all input, including public comment and recommendations from the Planning and Preservation Commission, to ultimately determine and adopt final Cannabis Ordinance regulations.

• Water Shut Off Day: Tuesday, December 18, 2018 (for bills due 11/30/18)
• City Hall Closed: Tuesday, December 25, 2018 - Christmas Day
• Water Bill Due Date: Monday, December 31, 2018

On November 19, 2018, the City Council approved the formation of a Measure "A" Community Advisory Committee to review the Annual Measure "A" Report and provide general recommended budget priorities for the use of Measure "A" funds during the annual budget process. 

The committee will be made up of two residents, up to two business owners, up to two labor representatives, and one at large member.  The Committee is expected to meet at least twice per year. Anyone interested in serving the community on the Measure "A" Community Advisory Committee is encouraged to apply.  Applications can be found on the City website ( http://ci.san-fernando.ca.us/commissions-boards/).

During December 2018, the Finance Department will be working with the independent third party audit firm, Van Lant & Fankhanel, LLC, to finalize the audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2018. The audited financial statements will be available as part of the City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) in January 2019.

As a reminder, all of the City's financial reports, including annual budgets, audited financial statements, quarterly sales tax reports, and the Measure A Annual Report can be found under the Finance Department page on the City's website (http://ci.san-fernando.ca.us/finance/financial-documents/).

Have you thought about a career where you can be involved in serving the community and helping others? Applications are currently being accepted for Police Officer, Reserve Police Officer, Junior Cadet (part-time), Day Camp Counselor (part-time),  Recreation Leader I and II (part-time), Criminology Intern, Finance Intern, and Planning Intern.  Filing for all the positions vary, we strongly encourage you to apply.

The City is continuing labor negotiations with the San Fernando Police Civilians' Association and San Fernando Management Group for successor Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) to update MOUs for both groups, which expired on June 30, 2018.

Join your neighbors and the Police Department for coffee and conversation. No agenda or speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in your neighborhood. Coffee provided courtesy of the generosity of McDonald's Restaurant.

WHEN:	December 4, 2018
WHERE:	McDonald's Restaurant 801 Truman Street, San Fernando
TIME:	8 am to 10 am
INFO:	Sergeant Irwin Rosenberg 818.898.1254 or IRosenberg@sfcity.org

Donate a new, unwrapped toy ($10 value) and get a free happy meal courtesy of the generosity of McDonald's. All toys donated will be distributed through the Police Department's annual holiday basket program.

WHEN:	December 13, 2018
WHERE:	McDonald's Restaurant 801 Truman St., San Fernando
TIME:	5 pm to 9 pm
INFO:	Sergeant Irwin Rosenberg 818.898.1254 or IRosenberg@sfcity.org

The Police Department and the San Fernando Police Advisory Council are accepting donations of new children's toys (ages infant to 12 years old) and financial contributions for food purchases. 

Since it's inception, over 42,080 toys and 189,000 lbs. of food have been distributed by Police Officers and City personnel to families in need within the City of San Fernando. 

On November 11, 2018, Patrol Team-4 Officers responded to a silent burglary alarm located at 1925 First Street. Upon their arrival, Officers discovered evidence of forced entry to the building and immediately setup a perimeter.  A search of the interior of the building resulted in the discovery of an illegal marijuana grow.  A search warrant was obtained and the Officers seized 810 marijuana plants in various stages of growth.  A criminal investigation is currently in process for this illegal activity.

On November 14, 2018, Los Angeles County Health Department conducted its annual  inspection of the Police Department's jail and food facility. After several hours of inspecting food and jail documents and physical inspection of the facility, the inspectors were very pleased and commented on staff's diligence in maintaining the facility. The Police Department's Dispatcher/Jailers are to be commended for their professionalism and dedication to duty in maintaining the Police Departments jail facility, along with the other duties in which they are responsible.

On November 17, 2018, the Police Department and the San Fernando Police Department Clergy Council were pleased to partner with Awaken LA Church, First United Methodist Church of San Fernando and the Faith Center of San Fernando to provide complete Thanksgiving meals to over 100 needy families in the City. With the generous donations that were collected and the tireless work of volunteers, the Police Department was able to reach out to meet the needs of the community in a substantial way, displaying compassion and genuine concern for the wellbeing of San Fernando residents. It is wonderful to see members of the community giving their time and resources to help take care of their own, and it is staff's hope this is a sustainable service ministry for many years to come.

Data below provides a summary of work orders submitted to the Public Works Department. 

CATEGORY	OPEN	CLOSED	TOTAL
Curb/Gutter	12	2	14
Fire Hydrants	0	3	3
Gates/ Fencing	0	3	3
Landscaping	2	29	31
Lighting/ Electrical	4	30	34
Parking Lots/ Stalls	0	4	4
Parking Meters	0	2	2
Refuse (Non-Contractual Related)	69	80	149
Sewer	0	2	2
Sidewalk/ Ramp	19	4	23
Signage	0	3	3
Storm Drain	2	0	2
Street Light	1	3	4
Streets	15	84	99
Streetscape	4	8	12
Traffic Signal	2	11	13
Traffic/ Street Signage	4	10	14
Trees	78	67	145
Water Service Requests	5	20	25
TOTALS	217	365	582

Data below provides a summary of pothole repairs conducted by the Public Works Department. 

MONTH	NUMBER OF POTHOLES
JULY	81
AUGUST	19
SEPTEMBER	59
OCTOBER	149
YTD TOTAL	308

DATE FILLED	ADDRESS	STREET	CROSS STREET	NUMBER OF POTHOLES
07/02/18	890	ARROYO		1
07/12/18	308	S. MACLAY		1
07/13/18	1419	WOODWORTH		12
07/19/18	2000	CHIVERS		11
07/25/18		CHIVERS	ORANGE GROVE/ HUBBARD	2
07/27/18	601	S. BRAND		5
07/28/18	615	N. WORKMAN		1
07/30/18	120	N. MACLAY	SECOND	1
07/31/18	1423	WOODWORTH		1
07/31/18	435	N. MEYER		22
07/31/18	500 BLK	N. MEYER		7
07/31/18	610	N. WORKMAN		2
07/31/18	225	ORANGE GROVE		1
07/31/18	757	S. WORKMAN		6
07/31/18	912	HARDING		5
07/31/18	1000 BLK	MACLAY (N/B)		1
07/31/18		O'MELVENY	SF MISSION	1
07/31/18		GLENOAKS	GRISWOLD/ BRAND	1
08/13/18	710	WOLFSKILL		1
08/15/18	1208	MOUNTAIN VIEW		1
08/15/18	210	HAGAR		2
08/15/18	2028	CHIVERS		11
08/20/18	807	CHATSWORTH		1
08/22/18		ARROYO	EIGHTH	1
08/23/18		CHATSWORTH	O'MELVENY	1
08/23/18	700	MOTT		1
09/05/18	1300	KNOX		2
09/05/18	1312	KNOX		4
09/05/18	1318	KNOX		5
09/05/18	1320	KNOX		7
09/05/18	1325	KNOX		19
09/06/18		ORANGE GROVE	SECOND	4
09/06/18		KNOX	MACLAY	1
09/06/18	1001	GLENOAKS		1
09/06/18	800	N. MACLAY		1
09/06/18	651	WOLFSKILL		2
09/06/18		KNOX	HARDING	1
09/06/18	1415	KNOX		6
09/06/18	1422	KNOX		4
09/06/18	1516	KNOX		2
09/06/18	1529	KNOX		1
09/06/18	1610	KNOX		1
09/06/18	1701	KNOX		2
10/12/18		WARREN	ORANGE GROVE/ WORKMAN	11
10/12/18		N. WORKMAN	SEVENTH/ GLENOAKS	112
10/12/18	113	N. HUNTINGTON	FIRST	8
10/25/18	309	N. HUNTINGTON		8
10/25/18		N. HUNTINGTON	FIRST/ SECOND	10

Join in the celebration as the official holiday tree is lit! Enjoy free entertainment, face painting and photos with Santa.

WHEN:	December 6, 2018
WHERE:	Brand Blvd & Celis St
TIME:	6 pm to 9 pm
REGISTER:	Click Here to Register
INFO:	818.898.1290

The historic Lopez Adobe will be closed or the holidays (December 2018 and January 2019). We hope to see you in February 2019! Contact Recreation Park at 818.898.1290 for more information.

Space is limited, register now! 

CAMP DATES:	December 17, 2018 - January 4, 2018 Monday - Friday; 7:30 am to 5:30 pm
REGISTRATION:	November 13, 2018 - December 14, 2018
COST:	$85 per week per child
AGES:	5 to 13 years old
INFO:	818.898.1290

A new Zumba class will be introduced soon as part of the Zumba Pass. The new class will focus on individuals with limited mobility and special needs.  Zumba instructor Leilani Ayson will lead the class and has several years of experience working as an Adaptive Physical Education teacher with LAUSD. 

Free demo classes will be offered on the following days:

• December 5, 2018
• December 12, 2018

Player evaluations were held on November 28, 2018. The evaluations consisted of a skills test that allows coaches to rank potential players ability to dribble, pass and shoot. In December 2018, the coaches will gather by division for the Winter 2019 Draft. During the draft the coaches select their players and formulate their teams for the season.

Practices will begin the week of December 17, 2018, and games will begin after the New Year holiday.

Registration is ongoing for the Winter 2019 League. Click here for more information.

• Kidz Love Soccer will provide instructional clinics for participants between the ages of 2 and 10 years old. Clinics are divided by age groups: Mommy/Daddy and Me for ages 2 - 3 1/2; and Tot/Pre Soccer for ages 3 1/2 - 5, 5 - 6, and 7 - 10. 

• During December 2018, Monday Futsal at Las Palmas Park will have pickup games to get the community interested in the Youth League that will start in Spring 2019. Games will target middle school aged youth between the ages of 11-14 and run for 20-minute sessions. The Program is free, but a parent or guardian must sign a waiver. 

Join the City for the next Community Park clean up!

WHEN:	December 8, 2018
WHERE:	Pacoima Wash Natural Park 801 Eighth St, San Fernando
TIME:	8 am to 10:30 am
INFO:	818.898.7340

Seniors are looking forward to putting on their holiday best for the annual holiday celebration held at Las Palmas Park.  Music, dancing, delicious treats and raffles are planned for the event. Mark your calendar and join in on the festivities!

WHEN:	December 20, 2018
WHERE:	Las Palmas Park 505 S. Huntington St, San Fernando
TIME:	9 am to 12 pm
INFO:	818.898.7340

The National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) co-hosted a workshop to teach San Fernando residents the importance of advocating for National Parks. Laura Torres from NPCA led the workshop and gave updates on the impact that the recent wildfires have had on local National Parks. An update was also provided on Paramount Ranch, which was one of the Department's trip destinations approximately two months ago.

The chart below offers a snapshot of the number of participants in each of the programs offered at Las Palmas Park.

Program/Activity Name	Number of Participants
Adult Coed Softball	84 (7 teams)
Adult Men's Wooden Bat League	72 (6 teams)
Youth Basketball	60 (ongoing registration)
Karate	18 to 25 per month
3 Wins Wellness Program	90 per day (average)
Fitness Class: Cycling (Monday)	8 to 10
Fitness Class: Cardio (Tuesday/ Thursday)	6 to 8
Fitness Class: Total Body Conditioning (Wednesday)	6 to 8
Fitness Class: Yoga (Tuesday/ Thursday)	8 to 10
Fitness Class: Zumba (Monday - Thursday)	12 to 15