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Councilmember Jose Preciado
District 2 Newsletter
JULY 2024
ISSUE 2
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Dear Council District 2,
Our city is home to many talented artists who use their gifts to entertain, enrich, and build community. In this issue of our newsletter, we introduce you to the various types of art to participate in or enjoy in Chula Vista. Whether through enjoying live music at The Galley, sightseeing murals on Third Ave, or strolling around the CV Art Fest, we are brought together through creativity. The City of Chula Vista is committed to nurturing and supporting the arts. Earlier in the year, we reopened applications for the Performing and Visual Arts Grant to support artists and performers. Check out the City's Cultural Arts Master Plan for more information on all goals regarding arts.
Keep reading to learn more about art events and programs, as well as Chula Vista's only live theatre with year-round productions, OnStage Playhouse. They have been performing in Chula Vista since 1986, with their Third Ave location opening in 1999. Now in their 40th season, OnStage Playhouse invites you to get involved.
Deciding to beat the heat and stay inside? We also have information on Cool Zones and the free fan program!
Cordially yours in service,
Councilmember Jose Preciado
City of Chula Vista, District 2
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Spotlight on: OnStage Playhouse
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The Office of District 2 spoke with OnStage Playhouse about their latest productions, their 40th season, and how the community can get involved:
As Chula Vista’s only professional live theatre, OnStage Playhouse (OSP) is thrilled to bring you a season packed with captivating performances and exciting projects. Please visit our website at onstageplayhouse.org to donate, buy tickets or see what’s been happening and what’s coming up.
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Recent & Upcoming Productions
“Gloria” by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
Dates: NOW - Aug 4th
From Tony award-winning playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins comes a gripping drama that delves into the ambitions and rivalries within a Manhattan magazine office. The play offers a searing critique of the cutthroat world of publishing, promising to be both thought-provoking and riveting.
“Masa” by Salomón Maya
Dates: Oct 4th - Oct 27th
In the heart of Mexico City, known for her magical tamales, Lolita's world shatters on September 19, 1985, when a cataclysmic earthquake claims her beloved husband. Eight months later, Lolita struggles to reclaim her magic amidst her grief. With the support of her son Santiago, a little help from her friends, and a small music group from Liverpool, Lolita hopes to share her magical masa once more. From the creators of last year's "Mugre," this epic tale celebrates resilience, the bonds of family, and the timeless magic of food.
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Celebrating Our 40th Season
This year marks a monumental milestone for OSP as we celebrate our 40th season. Four decades of bringing quality theatre to Chula Vista is no small feat, and we couldn’t have done it without the unwavering support of our community. Our 40th season has been a testament to our commitment to diverse, dynamic, and daring storytelling.
Get Involved
We invite you to join us in celebrating our 40th season and supporting the arts in Chula Vista. There are numerous ways to get involved:
• Volunteer: From helping with box office and concessions to assisting with set construction, your time and skills can make a significant difference.
• Donate: Contributions to OSP help us continue to produce high-quality theatre and support community outreach programs.
• Audition: Whether you’re a seasoned actor or a newcomer, we encourage you to audition for our upcoming productions.
• Attend: Your presence as an audience member is invaluable. Come and experience the magic of live theatre!
Visit onstageplayhouse.org for more information! Finally, please visit us at 291 Third Avenue. Keep supporting local businesses and together, we can ensure that the arts continue to thrive in Chula Vista.
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SCPA Summer 2023 production of Footloose: The Musical (CVSCPA) | |
Chula Vista Art Fest is returning for its second year on Saturday, August 10th at Chula Vista City Hall. This event serves as a celebration of local artists including exhibitions, music performances, live painting, handmade goods, and more. Last year's fest brought together over 60 vendors and artists with a large crowd. This year, the music lineup includes Shwayze, Bruno and the Hooligans, Perla Negra, and DJ A-One. Are you an artist or vendor who would like to participate? Register here! | |
Public Art at the Bayfront | |
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Ground Floor Murals
Artist duo Signe Ditona and Paul Jimenez have been leaving their mark around San Diego. Their murals can be found around our region, but are especially prevalent in Chula Vista, with many lining Third Ave. You can find their art on the side of many Downtown Chula Vista businesses, such as La Concha Bakery, The Vogue Tavern, and Ambiance Hair Lounge. Read more.
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Art-on-a-Box Project
The City of Chula Vista's Art-on-a-Box Project is an initiative to beautify the community and prevent graffiti. Groups or individuals may apply through Public Works to paint and design a designated utility box. Project participants must commit to cleaning up any graffiti on their site within 48 hours. See more information.
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Chula Vista Cultural Arts Commission
The City of Chula Vista Cultural Arts Commission serves as a resource to advise and make recommendations to the City Council and the City Manager on cultural arts issues citywide, as well as exchanges and activities with the City and its sister cities.
The purpose of the Commission is to focus community energies and resources on developing Chula Vista into a highly visible cultural arts personality and to develop, support, and nurture those ideas that expand and enrich arts and cultural opportunities for the entire community in addition to promoting cultural exchanges and activities on the basis of mutual friendship and amity between the City and its sister cities.
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San Diego Art Directory
San Diego Art Directory is an online platform for artists and art enthusiasts to promote or browse various arts and culture events. Here you can find local calls for art, showcase opportunities, exhibit information, workshops, and more. Recently, the San Diego Art Directory and Liberation Through Art partnered to organize a Juneteenth Art Showcase at the Chula Vista Library in Otay Ranch.
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Sharia's Closet is a local nonprofit that provides free, emergency clothing and hygiene products to those in need. With their headquarters based out of the College Area, Sharia's Closet has expanded to Downtown Chula Vista in partnership with Episcopal Community Services. If you or anyone you know is in need, see how to get help here. Donations can be dropped off at 6244 El Cajon Blvd Ste #5. | |
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Cool Zone Fan Program
The San Diego County Cool Zone Fan Program provides eligible seniors aged 60+ or people living with disabilities with a free electric fan. Applicants must meet certain requirements, such as living on limited income. See if you're eligible and apply today. If you need help completing the form or require translation services, please call 2-1-1 San Diego and a live representative can submit the form for you.
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Chula Vista Cool Zones
See the attached photo for Cool Zone locations in Chula Vista.
Click here to see a map of all Cool Zones in San Diego County.
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Waived Adoption Fees
All pet adoption fees at the Chula Vista Animal Care Facility are waived for the rest of July. Since the Fourth of July, the shelter has received a large number of found or stray animals. Help find them a loving home!
Each pet is spayed/neutered and microchipped with their first round of vaccines. Apply to adopt today!
Did you lose your pet on the Fourth? Any lost pets brought into the facility between July 3rd-July 13th can be reclaimed for no reclaim fees.
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Veteran of the Year Nominations Open
Chula Vista 2024 Veteran of the Year nominations are now open! Recognize your veteran by submitting an application by Thursday, August 1st. Each nominee must be a veteran honorably discharged from U.S. Military Service, employed within or a resident of the City of Chula Vista, and a citizen who has made significant contributions to the community since military service.
See all the details and nominate a veteran here.
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Upcoming Events in District 2 | |
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Gloria @ OnStage Playhouse
OnStage Playhouse is celebrating its 40th season! The only award-winning live theater in the South Bay is bringing a San Diego premiere and a world premiere to Chula Vista. Gloria by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins runs from July 12th-August 4th.
Gloria is a "funny, trenchant, and powerful play that follows an ambitious group of editorial assistants at a notorious Manhattan magazine, each of whom hopes for a starry life of letters and a book deal before they turn thirty. But when an ordinary humdrum workday becomes anything but, the stakes for who will get to tell their own story become higher than ever." Buy your tickets today!
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Music in the Park
Celebrate National Parks & Rec Day with the City of Chula Vista on Saturday, July 20th at 2PM at Memorial Park! This family-friendly event will feature games, arts & crafts, food vendors, and more.
There will also be FREE swimming lessons for kids and open recreational swim at Parkway Pool from 2-5PM. Participants will receive a free BBQ lunch! Pre-register your child today!
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Hero's Fair Market
Friendship Pop Up Shop will kick off Comic-Con week with a hero-themed market at Illusion Hall, 281 Third Ave, on Sunday, July 21st from 10AM-3PM. The first adults in line will get a door prize, with a scavenger hunt for the first 25 kids.
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Summer Grandparents Day
Grandparents and grandchildren: Join a fun summer day in the park on Tuesday, July 23rd at the Norman Park Senior Center from 11AM-1PM. Lunch, including BBQ hot dogs and refreshments, will be provided. Games such as bocce ball, corn hole, and arts & crafts will also be available.
Register in person at the Norman Park Senior Center. $5 per person (grandchildren are free!)
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CVESD Community Expo
The annual Chula Vista Elementary School District Community Expo will be on Saturday, July 27th from 11AM-1PM at 84 East J Street. The event serves as an opportunity for parents and students to connect with the community, learn about CVESD programs, and receive information about important resources. Free food will be provided for all attendees.
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15th Annual Farm to Bay
The 15th Annual Farm to Bay fundraiser at Living Coast Discovery Center will be on Saturday, August 3rd from 4-7:30PM. The event will feature food and drink samplings from local restaurants and shops that are sustainably minded. There will also be animal encounters, auctions, live music, and more. 100% of the proceeds will go to supporting the education, conservation, and sustainability programs at the Living Coast. Buy your tickets today!
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Back to School Super Saturday
Get your child ready to go back to school at San Ysidro Health's Super Saturday events! On Saturday, August 3rd at 678 Third Ave, your child can walk in and receive various services, such as immunizations, lab services, dental screenings, and more. You can also schedule well-child visits by calling 619-662-4100. Every child who receives their well-child exam or immunizations will receive a backpack filled with school supplies.
Can't make it? This event will also take place at 950 S. Euclid Ave on Saturday, August 10th.
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Community Climate Fresk Workshop
IGC and the City of Chula Vista Office of Sustainability are collaborating to bring a Climate Fresk Workshop to the Civic Center Library on Saturday, August 3rd from 10:30AM-1:30PM. This free workshop is a fun and collaborative way to raise awareness about climate change. Participants will work together to understand causes, effects, and solutions. This activity is open to all audiences and levels of knowledge. Reserve your spot!
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National Night Out 2024
On Tuesday, August 6th from 4-8PM, the Chula Vista Police Department will hold National Night Out 2024. This event is fun for the whole family aiming to build connections between residents and law enforcement. At the CVPD Headquarters, 315 4th Ave, attendants can participate in games, demonstrations, department tours, a kids workshop, and more. Free tacos will be provided by Tacos El Gordo.
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Starting Your Business Training
On Tuesday, August 6th, the San Diego & Imperial Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is hosting a free, one-day training course for anyone who wants to open their own business. Participants will learn how to obtain necessary licenses, create a legal entity, and more helpful tips. The course will run from 9AM-11AM at 233 4th Ave. Space is limited, register today!
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CV Art Fest
CV Art Fest is coming back for the second year in a row on Saturday, August 10th at Chula Vista City Hall from 12-6PM! The event will feature live music, art exhibits, live painting, vendors, and more. If you're interested in participating as an artist or vendor, register now!
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South Bay Water Logo Contest
South Bay Water is looking for a brand-new logo designed by the community! To be eligible to compete, you must live or own a business in South Bay Water's service area. The winning design will receive a $1000 prize. The contest closes on Wednesday, August 28th. See all information.
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From SDG&E: Discover energy-saving tips for a cooler summer
Tip: Use less hot water. Water heating accounts for 30% of your home’s total energy use. The longer you run hot water, the higher your energy use and bills. To save, reduce how much hot water you use and turn the temperature on your water heater down a little. For more energy-saving tips, visit sdge.com/MyEnergy.
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Weekly Farmers' Market - Now Accepting EBT
Shoppers can now use their CalFresh public benefits food assistance (EBT card) at the Downtown Chula Vista Farmers' Market every Sunday from 10AM to 2PM. Just visit the Welcome Booth at the east end of the market to swipe and shop.
Rain or shine, the market is open. Stock up on fresh ingredients, grab a snack, or buy a bouquet of flowers on Park Way between Third and Fourth Ave. See here for updates.
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From Cox: Digital Equity
With the winding down of the Affordable Connectivity Program, Cox wants to ensure consumers are aware of their commitment to digital equity and other affordable internet options. See more here.
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Free Motor Oil Disposal
Chula Vista residents, who have single-family home trash and recycling service have the following options to recycle used motor oil and filters:
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Bring used motor oil and filters to a Certified Used Oil Collection Center. Used Oil Collection Centers also provide FREE drain pans. Visit www.wastefreesd.org or call 1-800-237-2583 for the nearest location. *Used Oil Collection Centers will not accept used oil that has been contaminated with water, antifreeze, gasoline, etc.
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Arrange for curbside collection by calling Republic Services at (619) 421-9400. Call at least 24 hours prior to your regular collection day.
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Bring your used oil and filters to the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility for FREE.
- This facility will accept used oil that has been contaminated with water, antifreeze, gasoline, etc.
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Monthly Car Seat Safety Checks
The Chula Vista Fire Department has announced dates for the 2024 free car seat installation checks at the Otay Ranch Town Center and the Chula Vista Shopping Center. Both events will take place in front of the Macy’s entrances. The checks are offered to parents, grandparents, or child caregivers to teach proper car seat installation and keep your child safe!
See all upcoming dates.
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Chula Vista Disaster Preparedness
From the Chula Vista Disaster Council:
Click here to see how the City of Chula Vista is prepared for various natural disasters.
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Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels provides nutritious meals to thousands of seniors, disabled veterans, and caretakers. Deliveries are made daily by volunteers.
Want more information on how to get meals delivered to you or someone you know's doorstep? Call the South County Service Center at 619-420-2782 or visit them on the 2nd floor of the Norman Park Senior Center at 270 F St, Suite 22, Chula Vista, CA 91910.
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FREE Community Shuttle
Attention District 2! The City of Chula Vista has partnered with Circuit to provide residents aged 55+ with free rides within the limits of the Northwest (see map). Residents under 55 can ride for a fare of $2 per rider. Catch a ride to a doctor's appointment, the grocery store, to see a movie, and more!
Rides are ADA-accessible and door-to-door while using all-electric vehicles. As of February 2024, over 33,000 rides were given, with an average wait time of around 9 minutes.
To request a ride, download the Ride Circuit app or call 646-504-3733 and press option 7. Shuttle service is available Monday-Friday from 7AM to 7PM,
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Did you know...
The City of Chula Vista has an official app for reporting non-emergency issues, such as graffiti, potholes, abandoned vehicles, and more? With ACT Chula Vista, you can upload photos, see nearby issues, and check on the status of your report.
Download ACT Chula Vista now!
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File an online police report:
The Chula Vista Police Department has an online reporting tool for non-emergencies. Before reporting, make sure the incident meets ALL requirements below:
- This is not an emergency.
- This incident occurred within Chula Vista City limits.
- There are no known suspects.
- This did not occur on a state freeway.
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The incident falls under one of the following categories:
- Harassing phone calls
- Hit and runs
- Identity theft
- Lost property
- Theft of property
- Theft from a vehicle
- Vandalism
- Vehicle tampering
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Do you know you live in District 2?
Chula Vista's District 2 sits North of L Street and West of Paseo del Rey.
Contact our office -
General Inquiries: district2@chulavistaca.gov
Senior Council Aide: Diana Quintero - dquintero@chulavistaca.gov
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