Walking Tour of Escondido Historic Homes

Join library staff for a half mile, leisurely paced walking tour of Escondido Public Library's neighborhood, to learn about the history and architectural styles of its historic homes and buildings. The route will start from Pioneer Room and head south on Kalmia Street to 5th Avenue, west to Broadway, to 2nd Avenue, and ending back at the Pioneer Room for an archival tour.

Saturday, February 24, 2024

Time:11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Location: Pioneer Room at Escondido Library

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Transportation Survey

Do you have ideas for making it safer and easier to get around Escondido by foot, bike, or transit? We want to hear from you!

To provide feedback, visit our project website.

How do you currently travel and how would you like to travel?

Where and what kind of improvements to the City's pedestrian, bike, and transit networks are needed to help you safely get where you want to go?

What new or expanded mobility services would you like to see in Escondido?

Here you can take our brief survey to share your experience getting around Escondido, and provide location-specific comments on the City's pedestrian, bike, and transit networks using our interactive feedback map.

 

Interacting with the City, and Staying Informed:

• See something that needs to be fixed? To report potholes, graffiti, and discarded debris, use ReportIt!
• You can pay your utility bill and apply for a business license or permit utilizing our Online Services
• Curious about what is being built around town? To see up-to-date major project updates, visit the Major Projects Dashboard
• Never miss a class -register for recreation classes and leagues using our Online Registration

BY THE NUMBERS

 

Code Compliance:

Total Code Cases (Year to Date)

205

 

Graffiti Restitution:

 

 

 

BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATES:

 

 

Escondido Business News

Review: CCAE Theatricals' stunning, visceral "Curious Incident" a must-see The San Diego Union-Tribune

Deer Park Escondido combines vintage cars and wine CBS 8

Escondido Retail Trades After 30 Days on the Market Connect CRE

Low-Cost Computers Available March 2 in Escondido San Diego County Office of Education

Escondido art gallery dedicated to kids throughout March The Coast News Group

Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Resources

Are You Looking for Assistance with Your Small Business?

Discover the range of San Diego and Imperial Valley SBDC services provided to assist you in starting, growing, and succeeding with your small business. Services offered span topics including accounting, marketing, human resources, technology security, manufacturing, distribution, and finance.

Request for Assistance from SBDC-Follow the link to request assistance from the San Diego SBDC Network. You will be contacted within the next 1-2 business days.

Free Online Business Training Topics

Marketing Power Hour (English/Espanol): 2/26 from 5 - 6 p.m.

Business Financial Fitness: 2/27 from 3 - 5 p.m.

Canva 102 -Learn the Possibilities: 2/27 from 3 - 4 p.m.

Office Hours -SBIR @ Connect: 2/27 from 10 a.m. - noon

Business Plans That Get Results: 2/28 from 3 - 5 p.m.

Doing Business with Military Exchanges: 2/28 from 9 - 11 a.m.

HR Power Hour: 2/28 from 1 - 2 p.m.

City of Escondido Economic Development Contacts

Request a Meeting with Our Team

Thinking about starting a business? Already have a business and need additional support? Have a property and looking for tenants or starting improvements? Reach out and we can help you navigate City and community resources to achieve your goals.

The Economic Development Team are always available to help with questions or connecting you to the right resources. Do not hesitate to reach out!

Subscribe to our Business News and Insights Email Newsletter!

Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Review

On June 7, 2023 the Escondido City Council approved the 2023-2028 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). This document outlines data and community feedback about the City's economy and outlines a five-year plan to improve the local economy.

Based on the analysis of local data and community intelligence, as reflected in the SWOT analysis, it is recommended that Escondido pursue a highly disciplined economic development strategy that is focused on improving four community fundamentals.

FUNDAMENTAL 3- ACTIVELY MAXIMIZE VALUE OF LAND

California's land values are some of the highest in the country, which means it is more expensive to find a home, start a business, or have fun. In this environment, it is crucial that land is put to its best use. Inefficient land use, such as static storage for goods or cars should be discouraged. Land that is zoned for housing (Fundamental 1) should do just that, and land that is zoned for creating jobs (Fundamental 2) should do that. Just as a cash-strapped household needs to make every penny count, so too must land-scarce Escondido get more people and jobs out of every acre.

POLICE DEPARTMENT UPDATES:

On February 18, Officers responded to Washington and Rose based on a radio call reference a male chasing another male with a machete. Officers arrived on scene and located a victim bleeding heavily from a four-inch cut across his forehead and a 6-inch cut to his left arm. The victim was on parole and uncooperative with the investigation. The SDSO Helicopter (ASTREA) was on scene almost immediately and located a male subject walking east bound in the flood control channel.

Surveillance footage shows the suspect running behind the victim and discarding the machete. Further footage of the incident revealed that the two subjects were walking away together, apparently companions who had disarmed their attacker. There is no information on the actual suspects, that were out of camera range at the time of the attack.

Regardless of the outcome, patrol and dispatch did an amazing job dealing with a chaotic scene and following through with a great investigation.

Community Resources

Anonymous Tip Line: 760-743-8477 (TIPS)

Crime Data/Mapping: https://www.crimemapping.com/

Helicopter Announcement Transcription:

Call 858-866-4356 or text "Hello"to 858-866-4356

Megan's Law Information: https://www.meganslaw.ca.gov/

Mental Health & Crisis Intervention:

Access and Crisis Line: 888-724-7240

It's Up to Us Campaign: www.Up2sd.org

Get Connected. Get Help: Dial 211

National Drug Helpline: https://drughelpline.org/contact/ or call 844-289-0879

Non-Emergency Line: 760-839-4722

FIRE DEPARTMENT UPDATES:

 

Oven Fire

On February 10, the Escondido Police & Fire Communication Center received a call about a structure fire on Rock Springs Rd. Fire crews were dispatched to the location and found an oven producing a large amount of smoke, due to a fire being extinguished prior to arrival. Crews worked to then remove smoke from the residence. SDG&E also responded to the call to further ensure that the residents were able to remain in the home.

Close to Home

On February 12, fire crews were dispatched to areport of a residential structure fire on Hypoint Ave. The first arriving Engine Company found a large pile of debris burning next to the side of a two-story home and a vehicle. Firefighters worked swiftly to extinguish the fire. No one was injured and there was minimal damage to the structure and the vehicle. Fire Investigators are working to determine the cause of the fire.

Gas Leak

Also, on February 12, fire crews were dispatched to a reported natural gas leak on Castle Glen Drive. Upon arrival, crews discovered a residential gas line was broken and leaking.An SDG&E representative was already on scene. Per recommendation from SDG&E, fire crews assisted in evacuating residents from 4 nearby homes. SDG&E worked quickly to control the flow of gas and mitigate the issue. Residents were able to return to their homes in less than one hour.

 

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & ENGINEERING

Permits and Inspections:

 

Building Division:

1. The counter staff conducted in-person meetings with 76 applicants, processed 59 applications, and issued 33 permits.
2. The total permit valuation for the week was $2,698,106.00
3. Building inspectors completed 159 inspections.

Field Engineering Division:

1. Field Engineering processed 22 permits

2. Field Engineering inspectors completed 33 inspections

3. Field Engineering has 242 active permits

Development and Capital Projects Update:

Curious what's happening with development projects around the City? The link below directs to an interactive dashboard of projects currently in various stages of the development process. Browse project descriptions, see locations on the map, browse photos and more.

City of Escondido Project Dashboard

To learn about previous applications for residential and commercial development permits, please visit the Development Project Information Archive page or contact the Planning Division.