Happy New Year, Escondido!
As the new year kicks off, here are ways you can interact with the City and stay 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
Winter and Spring Escondido Recreation Guide
The Escondido Winter and Spring Recreation Guide is now online! This issue covers January - April. The interactive guide features youth activities, tennis classes, adult leagues, educational programs and much more. Browse the guide and register here: recreation.escondido.org/recreation-classes
Rose Elementary Gifts from Public Works
Every year, the hard-working employees of the City's Public Works Department come together to purchase presents, gift cards and food for the students and families of Rose Elementary. This year, the Public Works Department doubled its efforts over last year and bought gifts for 33 children and 20 families at Rose Elementary. The bond between the City and the school has been strong for years, and we are glad to provide extra holiday cheer for the fantastic students and staff at Rose Elementary.
BY THE NUMBERS
Code Compliance:
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Total Code Cases (Year to Date)
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1640
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Public Works:
Graffiti Restitution:
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Collected Last Week of 2022
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Collected During 2022
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$260.54
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$3,183.98
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BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATES:
Business Licensing Data:
Week of Week of December 26 - 30
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Data Corner
Check out the City of Escondido's Economic Area of Influence Data Dashboard! Data found in this dashboard include the economic area of influence of the City of Escondido, which extends slightly beyond the City borders.
Check out the City's Industry and Economic Impact Snapshot below - Health Care and Social Assistance is the leading industry in Escondido.
Business Events
Attention Landscapers - Please see the event information below regarding vouchers to buy electric equipment!
POLICE DEPARTMENT UPDATES:
Rainy End to 2022
It was a rainy, busy end to the year at the Police Department. With the rain comes traffic issues, burglary alarms, and other concerns for our officers and citizens. Public Works came to the rescue after reports of flooding in Escondido. Officers responded to make sure no one drove through the area until road closures could be made.
End of the Year PAL Update
Our team with PAL does so much for the community all year long. Here is a little recap of some of the things they were able to accomplish at the end of 2022:
Another successful basketball season closed with championship games
Handed out 120 $50 gift certificates to a local supermarket at the Community Christmas event
Success story! A former PAL participant and coach recently was awarded a high-tech computer related scholarship after being awarded a laptop for college by PAL. He will be featured in a documentary on Amazon for his achievements.
PAL was also able to play "Secret Santa" for families in need and held a small party for some of the most vulnerable kids that are working hard to get their lives back on track.
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
December Abandoned Vehicle Data
FIRE DEPARTMENT UPDATES:
On December 16, 2022, the Escondido Police and Fire Emergency Communication Center received reports of a two-vehicle traffic collision at the corner of San Pasqual Valley Rd and Stonecrest Lane. Firefighters from Station 7 along with CHP arrived on scene to find a Chevy pickup truck had rear-ended a stopped, 2-door coupe at a high rate of speed. The two occupants of the coupe were an adult male and his 11-year-old son. Both sustained moderate injuries and were transported to area hospitals. The pickup truck contained several one-gallon containers of pool chemicals, primarily Muriatic Acid and Sodium Hypochlorite (basically Clorox Bleach), that had spilled out into the bed of the truck and the gutter during the accident. San Diego County HAZMAT and SD City HAZMAT 1 were requested and responded to the scene. HAZMAT crews spent approximately 1-hour sorting through the crates and neutralizing the chemicals, so that none of these chemicals made their way to the storm drain. Once safe, the remaining containers were returned to the truck's owner for transport away from the scene.
On December 16, 2022, Fire Crews and Chief Officers attended the 62nd Palomar College Basic Fire Academy Graduation ceremony to honor and congratulate newly promoted Firefighter/Paramedic Jake Stevens, and EMT Kalani Hawkshaw. Well done to the new Fire Academy Graduates!
On December 21, 2022 the Escondido Police and Fire Emergency Communication Center received reports of a fire at a vacant house on W. 2ndAvenue near S. Quince Street. The first engine company to arrive reported a single-story house fully involved with fire. Firefighters were able to contain the fire in approximately 20 minutes. There was no damage to adjacent structures and there were no injuries. Eighteen Firefighters remained on scene for approximately 90 minutes ensuring the fire was completely extinguished. SDG&E assisted with ensuring electricity was disconnected. The cause of the fire is under investigation by Escondido Fire and Police.
On December 31, 2022 at approximately 8:17 p.m., the Escondido Police and Fire Emergency Communication Center received reports of a vacant commercial building on fire at the corner of E. Valley Parkway and N. Ash Street. The first arriving Engine Company reported a working fire venting through the roof on arrival. Firefighters entered the structure and found fire in the attic space. Due to the advanced nature of the attic fire and sections of the roof collapsing, a second alarm was requested and changed to a defensive strategy deploying exterior hose lines and a master stream. It took forty Firefighters approximately 90 minutes to control the fire. Due to large areas of structural collapse, overhaul and mop up took nearly four and a half hours. Units from San Marcos Fire Department, Rancho Santa Fe Fire District, Vista Fire Department, and Carlsbad Fire Department responded to assist. Escondido Police Department assisted with crowd control and managed the closure of a major intersection for the duration of the incident. SDG&E assisted with securing gas and electrical services to the building. One Firefighter sustained a minor injury. No civilians were injured. The cause and origin of the fire in being investigated by Escondido Fire Investigators in conjunction with the Escondido Police Department.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & ENGINEERING
Permits and Inspections:
Keep an eye out in next week's report for a 2022 recap on Building and Field Engineering numbers.
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
A short overview video of the Dashboard features can be watched here.
To learn about previous applications for residential and commercial development permits, please visit the Development Project Information Archive page or contact the Planning Division.
