Insider Edition 73 | August 22, 2024 | | |
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Hello Windsor!
I want to thank all the residents, Town staff, and Council for the incredible work they have done preparing the response to the Koi Nation of Northern California’s proposed casino resort project’s Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).
We can certainly all agree the proposed location for this project is very concerning and possesses many negative impacts on the Town, especially on our neighbors in the southeastern part of our community.
It was good to see and meet so many of you at our public workshop last week, your attendance and comments are appreciated.
If you have not yet been informed or involved in the matter, I urge you to look at the Town’s website at Koi Nation Resort and Casino Project for more information.
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In this edition of the Insider:
Town of Windsor .gov Website
Oak Tree Removal Update
Community Workshop - August 26
New Transportation Options
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SMART Pedestrian Undercrossing
Town Offices Closed
Save the Date - October 13
Windsor DUI Checkpoint
Helpful Tips and Tricks on Solid Waste
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TOWN OF WINDSOR .GOV WEBSITE | | |
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We are excited to announce the official transition to a new and improved
Town .gov website domain.
Starting today, you can find all the important
news and updates about our community at www.townofwindsor.ca.gov.
Our old domain (townofwindsor.com) will redirect you making this transition a seamless experience.
This upgrade makes it easier for community members to find information and resources related to the Town of Windsor. A .gov domain also increases trust and reliability, a key factor for an official government organization website.
To learn more, check out the
new website domain, visit today!
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Notice of Upcoming Tree Removals
Beginning Monday, August 26, tree contractors Pacific Tree Care will be on-site to remove four trees in the Civic Center oak grove -three of which have died due to an infestation of the Mediterranean Oak Borer. The trees will be chipped and covered to solarize the remaining beetles and remain on-site as we work to mitigate the risk of decline for the remaining trees. This work is being completed under close advisement of the Town arborist, John Meserve, and the UCCE consultant Mike Jones. Once the solarization process is complete, the chips will act as natural mulch for the existing trees to retain moisture along with the supplemental watering which will be added to the grove. The fourth tree will be removed due to a safety hazard over the building.
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The Mediterranean Oak Borer (MOB) is an invasive ambrosia beetle discovered in Sonoma County within the last 18 months. Windsor has been hit specifically hard by this infestation and has removed seven (7) trees from public land in the last year. MOB infests oak trees, mainly valley oak, blue oak, and Oregon white oak. The beetles initially attack the crown of the tree and create tunnels (or galleries) in the branches, eventually invading the trunk and killing the tree. The infested trees can become a hazard when widespread galleries weaken the tree’s limbs and upper trunk. Over the winter, the Town worked quickly to create a treatment plan for the heritage oak trees on public property. Any treatment is considered experimental in nature since little is known about how to treat this beetle in our climate, however expert guidance is aligned to deem this treatment worth considering.
For more information, please visit the Tree Protection webpage dedicated to this local crisis.
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COMMUNITY WORKSHOP - AUGUST 26 | |
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Economic Development Strategic Plan
The Town of Windsor is developing an Economic Development Strategic Plan to provide clear direction for economic growth while outlining specific goals, strategies, and measures to enhance our local economy and tax base. We aim to create a robust and comprehensive plan in partnership with Economic Development Growth Strategies and the Natelson Dale Group. Community input is essential for the plan's success.
Join us for our first community workshop on August 26. We invite all residents and local business community members to participate in a discussion about Windsor's economic future. This is your opportunity to provide input on the types of new developments and businesses you would like to see in Windsor in the coming years.
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Community Workshop on Economic Development
Date: August 26, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Town of Windsor City Council Chambers
This workshop is part of a broader community engagement plan that will take place throughout the summer and fall. The plan includes meetings with key stakeholders, community workshops, and sessions with Council members and staff.
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For more information, please visit the dedicated webpage, which we will be updated regularly during the development of the Strategic Plan, or contact Economic Development Manager, Tim Ricard at tricad@townofwindsor.com or 707-838-5339. | |
NEW TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS | |
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The Town is currently developing a new Active Transportation Plan (ATP)
This effort will update the 2014 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, and while primarily still focused on bicycling and walking, it has been renamed to account for all human-powered transportation modes. As Windsor continues to grow, we want to ensure that residents and visitors will be able to safely and conveniently use these transportation options for traveling to school, work, library, businesses, the SMART station, and our local parks.
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We have analyzed potential bicycle and pedestrian projects throughout Windsor and have developed a list of the most important improvements, including safer intersection crossings and improved or new bike lanes. Projects were rated based on improving access to key destinations and safety benefits. From this list of projects, we are selecting the highest priorities to help guide Town leaders in seeking grants and using our available funding. You can help select these priorities by taking our online ATP Survey, which you can complete on your computer or smartphone. | |
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To participate in this survey,
please visit our project website using this link
https://w-trans.mysocialpinpoint.com/windsor
or the provided QR code.
Thank you for your interest in this project! We look forward to hearing your ideas and working with you to complete this plan!
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NEW! TOWN COUNCIL MEETING RECAPS | | |
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The Town of Windsor is excited to provide a new way for
the community to obtain important highlights from Council meetings
in English and Spanish.
Every Thursday after a Council meeting, the Town will provide a recap of some of the
Council’s actions and presentations.
Since the September 4th meeting is canceled, the next update will be after the September 18th Council meeting.
To view the latest edition of our Meeting Recap, please visit our dedicated webpage here.
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SMART PEDESTRIAN UNDERCROSSING | |
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Construction is underway for a new pedestrian undercrossing near Windsor High School. To ensure “safe crossing for students and residents”, the new pedestrian undercrossing just south of the Town Green was a “top priority” for both SMART and the Town of Windsor.
For more information on construction and scheduled projects visit SMART Windsor Extension
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Town Offices will be closed in Observance of Labor Day
This is a friendly reminder that all town offices will be closed
Monday, September 2
Enjoy the holiday
and the long weekend!
We look forward to seeing you soon.
View the Town of Windsor calendar
to stay up to date on events and meetings here: https://bit.ly/3YPXvW4
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SAVE THE DATE - OCTOBER 13 | |
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Windsor Emergency Radio Communication Training
The Windsor Ready! Talk Series will be hosting an Emergency Radio Communication Training. Join us for free emergency radio communication training! This training aims to educate community members on using two-way radios for emergency communications when all else fails. Each participating household will receive a free programmed radio, and the training will cover the basics of radio use, including physical components, etiquette, emergency communication, licensing, and community organization. By the end of the session, you'll have an additional form of communication for future emergencies.
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On August 16, 767 vehicles were contacted at the designated Windsor DUI checkpoint on Windsor River Road and Market Street from 7 PM to 2 AM. The checkpoint resulted in 3 arrests for DUI, 10 citations for driving without a license, and 3 citations for driving with a suspended license. | | |
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DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on reported incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.
Funding for this checkpoint was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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HELPFUL TIPS AND TRICKS ON SOLID WASTE | |
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Cart placement is important
Your continued efforts will make each collection day successful.
- Place carts out the night before collection day
- Cart lids need to be closed to eliminate littering
- The rule of thumb is 3 feet of spacing for safety
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Recycling What to Do?
Not knowing what item goes where is frustrating. We get it and we hope through illustrations and continued education, we can make it easier for you. SCRR is taking the steps to apply decals on residential carts to help assist when it is time to dispose of your items.
Keep an eye out for the new decals, they are coming!
For more information on recycling visit SCRR or call customer service at 707-795-7470.
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Come Join Us!
The Town of Windsor is active with events year-round.
The following Town links will provide you with dates and event details to "mark your calendar".
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The Town of Windsor is looking for talented people.
For information on open positions, click here for the full list. If you have questions about working for the Town, please reach out to our Human Resources team at hr@townofwindsor.com.
Join our team! Go here to apply.
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Here are some public meetings and workshops we would love for you to participate in. For more information on the agenda, view the meeting, or the recording click on the meeting link. | |
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Town of Windsor
9291 Old Redwood Highway
Windsor, CA 95492
(707) 838-1000
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