December 19, 2022
Elected Officials Sworn in on December 13
Three members of the Vista City Council were sworn into office on December 13 during the City Council meeting: Mayor John Franklin, District 1 Councilmember Corinna Contreras, and District 4 Councilmember Dan O’Donnell. The City Council also appointed Corinna Contreras as Deputy Mayor. READ MORE
EDCO Service Schedule Uninterrupted for Holidays
EDCO would like to inform residents that their trash service schedules will be uninterrupted this holiday season. As Christmas Day and New Year’s Day fall on Sundays, trash service on Mondays will be normal. Public disposal sites, buyback centers, and customer service offices will be closed on these holidays. READ MORE
Holiday Recycling Tips You Can Follow
Remember to keep recycling at the top of your holiday to-do list. We have tips on Christmas tree recycling and other ways that you can contribute positively to the environment during the holidays. Learn what can and can’t be recycled and tips on recycling greeting cards and holiday lights. READ MORE
Christmas Tree Recycling Begins on December 26
EDCO customers may place Christmas trees curbside on their regular collection day from December 26 through January 6. Natural garlands and wreaths can also be placed in the residential designated yard waste container. Two Christmas tree drop-off locations are also available. READ MORE
Vista Sheriffs Delivering Holiday Baskets to Seniors
Seniors enrolled in the “You Are Not Alone” program will receive a gift basket delivery from the Sheriff’s Department this Thursday. This program is for seniors who may not have family in the area. READ MORE
Vista Youth Boxers Advance to Regional Championships
Boxers competed over the weekend in the California State Silver Gloves tournament. Vista Boxing Club boxers 5th grader Victor “Tony Boy” Villagomez, 8th grader Uleena Torres, and 16-year-old Antonio Padilla advanced to represent California in the Regional Championships in Compton in January.
Senior Center Hosts Winter Solstice Event
Enjoy live music by Daniel Newheiser at our Winter Solstice event on December 21 from 11 am to 12 pm. The event will be held at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center at 1400 Vale Terrace Drive and includes festive refreshments, a birthday celebration, and a special lunch. READ MORE
Volunteers Needed for Point-in-Time Count
If you are interested in supporting those experiencing homelessness, consider volunteering as an interviewer for the Point-in-Time Count to be held on January 26, 2023, from 4 am to 8 am with the San Diego Regional Task Force on Homelessness. You can help make a difference. READ MORE
Sheriff’s Department Offers Training
The Sheriff’s Department will hold a Crime-Free Manager’s Training on January 18, 2023, at the Vista Civic Center from 9 am to 4:30 pm. The training is for apartment managers and staff looking to make their communities safer and partner with the Sheriff. For more information, call 760.940.4564. READ MORE
Free COVID Tests Available by Mail
Free at-home COVID tests are once again available to order by mail. Four individual tests are available per residential address. The USPS will start shipping orders this week. The tests are part of a federal program to provide free tests with free shipping to households in the US. READ MORE
Take Steps to Protect Your Car from Theft
Protect your car from theft with tips from the Vista Sheriff’s Department. Criminals are working hard over the holidays, and you can take steps to protect your property. GET TIPS
City Holiday Schedule December 23-January 2
The Civic Center and recreation and community services facilities will be closed for the holidays from December 23 through January 2. Public safety and the public works department will operate as normal. READ MORE
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