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Porterville Kiwanis Club Food Trucks in the Park
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Veterans Park - 1501 W. Henderson Ave.
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City Hall Closed in Observance of Presidents Day
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Normal business hours resume 2/20/24
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Pizza with the Police
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Poor Richards Pizza - 205 N. Main St.
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Porterville Chamber Spring Festival
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Street Closure: Main St. will be closed from 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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New City Manager
The City is pleased to announce the appointment of new City Manager, Patrice Hildreth. Ms. Hildreth was appointed by the City Council to serve as as City Manager effective January 6, 2024. Ms. Hildreth has been employed with the City for 19 years and has been serving as Deputy City Manager since 2019. There will be a ceremonial swearing in for Ms. Hildreth scheduled for the next regular City Council meeting on February 6, 2024.
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Shop Local Porterville Contest | |
Shop Local contest has ended - Survey Now Available!
We thank the more than 50 local businesses that participated in the Shop Local Porterville Contest and the community members and partners who joined in on the fun challenge geared at promoting local businesses.
Participants stopped by local businesses and received visit marks on their Contest Passports for a chance to win Porterville swag and items generously donated by many participating businesses. Some prizes are still being distributed. Read more about the campaign.
Read More
Shop Local Porterville Contest Survey
Let us know how we did! Take the survey by Wednesday, January 31, 2024.
Contest Participant Survey
Business Participant Survey
Questions? Please email EcDev@ci.porterville.ca.us or call 782-7460.
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Community Info & Resources | |
Porterville Library Calendars | | |
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Porterville Library Game Day
Looking for activities for the whole family?
The Porterville Library is hosting Game Days and Activities!
Every Second and Fourth Sunday and Tuesday of the month. Everything from video games and board games is provided!
Sundays: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Tuesdays: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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50 W. Olive Avenue Suite B
portervillelibrary.org
(559) 784-0177
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Shamrock Shape Up
Sign up for the Shamrock Shape Up fitness challenge starting February 1!
The challenge is simple and doesn’t require any subscriptions, calorie counting, or weight loss: stay active for a total of 1,000 minutes in 45 days.
You can walk, bike, run, hike, join an online workout, hit the gym, and so much more- just get moving.
All moderate to intense physical activity counts towards your total - and every minute counts!
Learn More
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Virtual Bingo
Let's play B-I-N-G-O! Join us online for an hour-packed evening of family fun with everyone's favorite game!
This FREE activity is great entertainment for the entire family and suited for players of all ages. Plus, the best part, you could win prizes!
One last opportunity to play!
February 2, 2024
Register Here!
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Military Banner Program Application Now Open!
Registration Open - February 1, 2024
REGISTER ONLINE or in person at our office located in Centennial Plaza, 15 E. Thurman Ave., Suite A
For more information on this event, visit the City website or call (559) 791-7697
Learn More!
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The CDBG 2024/25 Action Plan Survey - We want to hear from You!
The City of Porterville is taking comments for the planning of the 2024/25 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan. This survey is your opportunity to participate.
Paper copies can be obtained from the Community Development Department: 291 N. Main Street, Porterville.
The survey will be available Friday, January 19, 2024.
English Survey Link: Click Here
Spanish Survey Link: Click Here
Questions? Please call (559) 782-7460 or email housing@ci.porterville.ca.us.
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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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Upcoming First Time Homebuyer Classes
Virtual First Time Homebuyer Classes available for free!
Dates:
Spanish Class: Saturday, February 3, 2024
English Class: Saturday, February 10, 2024
Questions: Contact us by phone to (559) 782-7460 or email housing@ci.porterville.ca.us
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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
Learn More
Questions? Please contact the Economic Development Division:
(EcDev@ci.porterville.ca.us • 559-782-7460)
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State of the City Department Spotlight | |
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Have you checked out the 2023 State of the City? It gives some information on developments by the City and its departments throughout the past year and provides updates on City projects to come in 2024.
This month we would like to feature our Parks & Leisure Department from the State of the City that is comprised of Parks, Leisure Services and the Library Divisions. The Parks Division maintains open spaces, including parks, trails and medians, as well as several community facilities. The Leisure Services Division facilitates programs, youth and adult sports and special community events. The Library Division provides literacy materials and services for all ages throughout our community.
The City is utilizing funding from a $7.8 million California State Parks Proposition 68 grant to develop the new Fourth Street Park and Community Center. The design phase is almost complete, and construction should begin soon. The skatepark at Veteran’s Park will see additions by March 2024, thanks to the same State grant funding.
State of the City Parks & Leisure Service
Parks & Leisure City Website
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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: January 16, 2024 | |
Porterville Police Department Recognized Several Employees
On Tuesday evening, the Porterville Police Department recognized several employees at the City Council meeting. These individuals demonstrated true bravery in the face of danger in an incident that occurred on June 22, 2023.
Officer Gonzales received the Medal of Valor award for his bravery and his service to the community. The Police Department strives to do their best and serve the community of Porterville.
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Other actions and announcements:
- The Council approved Councilmember Beltran's request to bring forward an item to the Consent Calendar at the next council meeting, which is to propose an exemption to the Wall of Fame process to allow more than one nomination per councilmember. The item will be brought to the February 6, 2024 City Council meeting.
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Next Regular City Council Meeting
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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291 N. Main Street, Porterville, CA 93257
(559) 782-7499
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