National Night Out

Don't miss this year's National Night Out on Tuesday, August 3. National Night Out is an annual, nationwide community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. Join the Escondido Police Department for a night of free family activities at the East Valley Community Center (2245 E. Valley Parkway).

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July 29, 2021 National Night Out Don't miss this year's National Night Out on Tuesday, August 3. National Night Out is an annual, nationwide community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. Join the Escondido Police . . . read more

July 22, 2021

Call for Muralists

The City of Escondido is issuing a Call for Mural Proposals for a collection of digital designs of original outdoor murals suitable for placement on two of our new Fitness Courts. The deadline for online proposal submission is Friday, July 30, 2021 at 11:59 p.m.

Please submit applications to Danielle Lopez, Assistant Director of Community Services, via email at dmlopez@escondido.org. Find out more information here .

July Business Newsletter

The July Economic Development newsletter is out now. This month features the return of Cruisin' Grand, the Escondido Alley Art project and more. Read and subscribe here .

POWER Mobile Recreation

The free, drop-in POWER mobile recreation program located at Grove Park has been extended until August 12! The program accepts children ages 6-14 and runs Tuesdays-Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Lunch is provided by EUHSD and some of the fun activities include: games and sports, arts & crafts, and water games. Drop in and check it out!

 

WaterSmart Landscape Winners

As California experiences another drought cycle, homeowners in the San Diego region continue to makeover their landscapes with native plants that need less water. The annual WaterSmart Landscape Competition rewards water-efficient landscapes in different water agencies around San Diego County. Escondido homeowners Michael and Teresa Everett were recently named as the 2021 winners. Read their story here .

Escondido Union High School District Registration

School registration is open for all Escondido Union High School District families from July 19-30. Registration must be completed online using an activated ParentVUE account by July 30. Click here for more information.

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July 15, 2021

 

Washington Park Skate Spot Update

In February 2021, the City released a Request for Proposals for the construction of the Washington Park Skate Spot. The project bid award was made by the City Council on April 21 and construction started on June 7, 2021. When completed, the 7000-sf skate spot will offer multiple features including a quarter pipe, pump bump, grind edge, banked hip with rail, and a 5-sided pyramid. The project is expected to take approximately three months, stay tuned for updates. More information about this project can be found here.

Drought-Related Water Conservation

Last week, the State of CA expanded the emergency drought declaration and called for Californians to voluntarily reduce water use by 15%. Though facing hot and dry conditions, the San Diego region is thankfully drought-safe this summer due to planning and investments in new water supplies and storage.

The City of Escondido thanks and encourages our customers to continue to use water wisely. Use everyday conservation tactics like taking shorter showers and reducing sprinkler run times; as well as long-term conservation measures such as replacing lawns with drought-resistant plants. For conservation tips, device rebates, and other water-efficiency ideas, visit watersmartsd.org/ or escondido.org/water-conservation-1 .

Family Roller Skating

Parks and Recreation month celebrations continue this Saturday, July 17. We are hosting a Family Roller Skating Party from 1:30- 3:30 p.m. at the Kit Carson Park Sports Center, so bring your skates and your best moves. Entry is free - join us for a lesson, music, and giveaways. Learn more here .

 

 

 

 

City of Escondido Water Quality Report

The City of Escondido 2020 Water Quality Report is out now. Water Quality Reports are a snapshot of drinking water quality in Escondido during a given calendar year. These reports include details about where Escondido's water originates, what elements the raw water contains, how it is tested and disinfected by the Water Division, and how the treated water compares to standards set by regulatory agencies.

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