Copy

November 2015, Vol. 1, No. 4
View this email in your browser

Daly City receives Silver Spotlight Award for efforts to address climate change

The Institute for Local Government and the Statewide Energy Efficiency Collaborative honored the City of Daly City with two Beacon Spotlight Awards for the City's efforts to save energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) and adopt policies and programs that promote sustainability. Daly City received the following awards:

  • Silver Spotlight Award for 9% community GHG reductions
  • Silver Spotlight Award for sustainability best practices
The Beacon Award program honors local agencies for innovative solutions that address climate change. For more information about the City's Beacon Spotlight Award activities visit the Institute of Local Government.

From November 16 through December 31, 2015, patrons can "pay-off" accrued fines for overdue library materials with a donation of non-perishable food items.

Combined efforts last year resulted in a collection of 35,252 pounds of food and 5,475 library accounts cleared. These millions of pounds of food are provided free of charge to 326 local nonprofit agencies at more than 700 sites, including pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, and after-school programs.

All residents are encouraged to donate this season. Monetary donations can be made directly by visiting Second Harvest Food Bank of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties at www.shfb.org.
One-time amnesty program for unpaid traffic tickets
On June 24, 2015, the Governor signed into law a one-time amnesty program for unpaid traffic and non-traffic infraction tickets. The program started on October 1, 2015 and runs through March 31, 2017. To learn more about who can participate in the program visit the California Courts website.

Shopping Cart Hotline
(650) 991-5525

Did you know that the City has a law that requires businesses to retrieve shopping carts that have been removed from their property as soon as possible? To aid in this effort, residents who see shopping carts on sidewalks, near transit stops, or anywhere other than the businesses' property can report it by calling (650) 991-5525, or by using the City's mobile/web-based i-Help system. The shopping cart is typically picked up within 72 hours. 
 

Free Bayshore shuttle service in Daly City

A free shuttle originates in the Daly City’s Bayshore neighborhood each weekday.  The shuttle provides residents mobility opportunities in an area with few other public transit options.  Service starts at 6:30 am weekdays and continues through the morning commute, with the last shuttle departing the Bayshore Community Center at 10:38 am.  Service resumes in the afternoon with the first departure from the 7 Mile House at 2800 Bayshore Blvd. at 4:00 pm. 

Shuttle destinations include the North Peninsula Food Pantry and Dining Center of Daly City (Top of the Hill), Civic Center (City Hall, DMV, PeninsulaWorks, the Daly City Community Service Center, and Mike Nevin Health Center), Serramonte Center, Seton Medical Center, Safeway, and Walgreens.  The shuttle also provides connections to SamTrans and Muni service (regular fare is required for connecting service).  Additionally, the shuttle has scheduled stops at the Daly City and Balboa Park BART stations. 

The shuttle, is wheelchair accessible, is entirely grant funded and managed by the San Mateo County Transit District. For more information about the Bayshore Shuttle, call SamTrans customer service at 1 (800) 660-4287 or visit www.samtrans.com/DCB.

Nominations open for San Mateo County's Women's Hall of Fame & Young Women of Excellence Award

San Mateo County Board of Supervisors and The Commission on the Status of Women are currently accepting nominations for the Women's Hall of Fame and Young Women of Excellence Award. Consider nominating a fantastic woman today! The deadline for nominations has been extended to November 30, 2015. For more information, visit San Mateo's Commission on the Status of Women.

City Offices to close Thursday, November 26, and Friday, November 27, in observance of Thanksgiving

City offices, libraries, and community centers will be closed Thursday, November 26, and Friday, November 27, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Parking enforcement to accommodate street sweeping will be suspended for the two day holiday. Street sweeping and parking enforcement for street sweeping will resume on Monday, November 30, 2015.

There is no change to your garbage and recycling collection on Thanksgiving Day, November 26. Please set your carts out as usual if your pickup day falls on Thursday. Allied Waste’s offices will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, and will reopen on Friday, November 27. Visit Allied Waste for information about recycling and garbage collection services, or call Allied’s Daly City office at (650) 756-1130.

The Daly City Police and Fire Departments will remain open throughout the holiday weekend. To report an emergency, dial 9-1-1. Call (650) 991-8119 to report non-emergencies to the Daly City Police Department.

The City of Daly City wishes you and your family a joyous Thanksgiving Holiday.
Daly City Public Library Associates presents author David Talbot
Saturday, December 5, 1:00-3:00 pm
Peninsula del Rey, 165 Pierce Street, Daly City

David Talbot is an author, journalist, media entrepreneur and book publisher. He is the author of The New York Times best seller, Brothers, The Hidden History of the Kennedy Years.  Talbot's popular book, Season of the Witch, tells a fascinating story of public health challenges, kidnapping of an heiress, killers who roamed the city and terrorized citizens, double murder at City Hall, and a mass murder in Jonestown. Talbot's newest book, The Devil's Chessboard: Allen Dulles, the CIA and the Rise of America's Secret Government, tells America's greatest untold story - the United States' rise to world dominance under the leadership of Allen Welsh Dulles, the longest-serving director of the CIA. Please RSVP at info@dcpla.org as space is limited.

Make sure you and your family are prepared this winter

Daly City has a history of floods and mudslides, especially in El Niño years. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said that dangerous flash flooding will be on the rise. Flash flooding happens when heavy precipitation hits one area within a short period of time, usually about one to six hours. And according to FEMA, flooding is the most expensive natural disaster and the #1 cause of weather-related deaths in the United States.

Step 1: Know your risk.
Residents who live in low-lying areas should move outdoor furniture or indoor items to higher areas to protect them from flood damage. Disconnect electrical appliances and do not touch electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water. If necessary, consider placing sandbags in strategic areas of your property. In a major event, the City will make every effort to make sandbags available to residents; please call the Department of Water and Wastewater Resources at (650) 991-8200 to inquire.

Step 2. Put together a disaster supply kit
A basic disaster supply kit should include a clear gallon tub filled with:

  • battery powered hand crank radio to listen to evacuation routes,
  • flashlight and batteries,
  • first aid kit and whistle,
  • water and canned food and can opener,
  • cell phone with external chargers or solar powered chargers,
  • prescription medications and eye glasses,
  • formula and diapers for babies, and
  • pet food and water for animals.


Step 3: Practice a family communication plan

A family communication plan should prepare everyone in the family for the possibility of an emergency during the day when children may be at school or parents at work. Families should designate a first point of contact to check in with and a place to evacuate to. Social media can also be an effective way to communicate with family and friends.

To learn more about preparing for an emergency visit www.Ready.gov.  And to get the latest City information during a major event, follow the City on Twitter, Facebook, and Nextdoor, or visit the City’s website at www.dalycity.org.

Preparing now for what may come later protects you and your family.  

Household Hazardous Waste Event
Sat., December 12, 8:30 am -12:15 pm

San Mateo County residents can safely dispose of household hazardous waste (HHW) free of charge on Sat., December 12, from 8:30 am to 12:15 pm. Residents are required to schedule an appointment at San Mateo County's HHW Program: www.smchealth.org/hhw or by calling (650) 363-4718, select option 3.

Accepted items include acids/bases, aerosol cans, automotive supplies (car batteries, motor oil, antifreeze, brake fluid), cleaning products, fertilizers, pesticides, flammable liquids, fluorescent lights (compact and tubes), paint, inks, and photo chemicals. No radioactive, explosive, medical or commercial waste is allowed. All waste collected is reused, recycled, or stabilized for proper disposal. Please protect the environment by participating.

Doelger Senior Center Celebrates 35 Years!

Congratulations to the Doelger Senior Center for celebrating 35 years of outstanding service to our senior citizen community! Pictured are three special seniors (left to right): Tere Massey, Lisa Hamre, and Elinor Charleston, who have each contributed over 10,000 volunteer hours to the Center.

On November 12, 2015, the Arts and Culture Commission held its first and successful gallery opening and reception. The event showcased the work of amateur Daly City photographers. In the spring, the City invited residents to enter original photographs that fell into one of three categories: landmarks, landscape, and people. The exhibit features original photographs that portray nature, people, and places of Daly City from hidden gems in our communities to favorite places and scenes around town.

Special thanks to our generous sponsors and volunteers including:

  • Alex Herreria
  • FilAm Star Newspaper
  • Daly City Host Lions 
  • Greg Gerbino
  • Henry Martinez
  • Serramonte Center
  • Shura Taylor
  • Staffing Home Care
  • Trader Joe's
  • Woodrow Wilson Elementary Music Team under the direction of Seth Mausner

The exhibit runs through early 2016 and is free and open to the public during regular business hours (8:00 am to 5:00 pm) Monday-Friday.  The exhibit is located in the Octagon Gallery (3rd floor) at City Hall at 333 90th Street.

If you have ideas for what you would like to see with the City's arts and culture initiatives, please email the Arts and Culture Commission at artscommission@dalycity.org. 
Copyright © *|2015|* *|City of Daly City|*, All rights reserved.
*Daly Wire is a monthly electronic newsletter from the City of Daly City

Our mailing address is:
333 90th Street, Daly City, CA 94015

Want to change how you receive these emails?
You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list