City of La Mesa

Did you know all San Diegans age 16 and up are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine? Visit the County of San Diego’s website to find a location and schedule your appointment now! https://www.sandiegocounty.gov//va/COVID-19-VaxEvents.html

Reminder: As schools start back for in-person learning, be extra careful to look out for kids on bikes and crossing streets to get to school. Plan extra time for your commute since traffic may increase as we share the roads once again. #LivableLaMesa #LMSVschools #GUHSD

We noticed some sweet surprises outside City Hall and La Mesa Police Department. We are so fortunate to serve such a great community. Thank you for all your support. Have a great day!

Regular City Council Meeting April 13, 2021

Check out Heartland Fire & Rescue to learn important safety tips for outdoor grilling.

Reminder from the La Mesa Police Department to please keep dogs on a leash at all City parks. There is a designated off-leash dog area at Harry Griffen Park. Outside this designated area, off-leash dogs are subject to a citation for the owner.

Applications open TODAY for the California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program. Eligible businesses can apply for grant amounts from $5,000 to $25,000, depending on the gross annual revenue documented in your most recent tax return. Applications are open until January 8, 2021, with approvals being announced on January 13, 2021. To learn more about the program and review the Grant Guidelines please visit https://careliefgrant.com/

The City of La Mesa offers traditional day camp with dedicated time for school schedules for children ages 5* through 13, in accordance with County, State and CDC guidelines for camps. To enroll, please visit cityoflamesa.us/register today!

The Regional Stay Home Order for the Southern California region, including San Diego County, has been extended until further notice. For more information, please visit https://www.countynewscenter.com/stay-home-order-extended-/

From now until January 9th, Christmas tree recycling is available to La Mesa residents through the following options: Place tree cut into small pieces in your EDCO green cart on pickup day, call EDCO to schedule a bulky item pickup, or drop off at the La Mesa EDCO Station at 8184 Commercial St. Reminder: natural trees only and please remove plastic bag, tinsel, stands, ornaments, and lights.

Due to a slowing of appointments at COVID-19 vaccination sites, the County of San Diego expanded the category of those eligible to include those aged 75 and up. Those eligible can find more information at: https://www.sandiegocounty.gov//community_epidemiology/dc/ Eligible individuals can make a reservations at: https://www.sandiegocounty.gov//va/COVID-19-VaxEvents.html

The Winter 2021 Newsletter is published on the City website. Click on the link to learn more about the City’s Take Out to Help Out promotion, Community Services 2021 recreation programs, pickleball courts being added to La Mesita Park, Chief of Police recruitment, Rental Assistance Program, Home Project update, urban forestry and free Tree Steward training and certification, and new sanitation and contactless checkout process for the DIY Energy and Sustainability Toolkit. https://www.cityoflamesa.us/1471/Newsletters

January 12, 2021 City Council Meeting

Thank you San Diego Gas & Electric for naming the City of La Mesa as a recipient of the 2020 Excellence in Energy Leadership Award. This award is given in recognition of innovation in energy efficiency and sustainability, two areas in which we take great pride. Together, we can minimize our carbon footprint and maximize resource conservation. Check out the video below to learn more about the DIY Energy Saving and Sustainability Toolkit and visit our website to reserve one today https://www.cityoflamesa.us/DIYToolkit

Mail your letters to Santa at the La Mesa Community Center!

REMINDER to La Mesa Renters: The La Mesa Rental Assistance Program has been extended and Home Start will continue to accept applications on a rolling-basis, until funds are exhausted. Eligible applications will be reviewed and processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Please see the Home Start website for information about the program and to submit your application: https://home-start.org/city-of-la-mesa-rental-assistance/. Please share this information with anyone you know that lives in La Mesa who may be struggling to pay rent.

The La Mesa Rental Assistance Program will be accepting a second round of applications starting November 2 at 8:00 AM through November 4 at 6:00 PM. This is on a first come, first serve basis. Please visit the Home Start website for more information! https://home-start.org/city-of-la-mesa-rental-assistance/

Earlier this week, the @lamesachamber hosted a ribbon cutting for the newest member of our community! Offering natural and organic food since 1971, @frazierfarmsmarket is a family-owned and operated business with locations in Oceanside, Vista, and now La Mesa. The ribbon cutting was well attended and Frazier Farms is off to a great start in our community. Stop by and check out their wonderful selection of fresh produce. Please join us in welcoming Frazier Farms to La Mesa! #dineintochipinlamesa #lamesaca #cityoflamesa #hiddengemslamesa

La Mesa businesses and multi-family housing can now apply for electric vehicle charger rebates! Check out the @CALeVIP program and click on the link below for more information on eligibility and how to apply.

Are you a current or former transit rider? Metropolitan Transit System wants your feedback on using transit during or after COVID-19. Take a few minutes to complete their survey, everyone who completes the survey will be entered to win s $50 Best Buy or Vons gift card. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FN5R3MC

If you are looking for something safe to do this Halloween, check out the Drive-Thru Halloween Trick or Treat event hosted by the La Mesa Police Department and Heartland Fire & Rescue! Details below.

REMINDER: The City of La Mesa is hosting a virtual workshop for the Housing Element Update on Thursday, October 15, 2020, from 6:00 7:30 pm by Zoom Webinar. The event will provide an opportunity to learn about local housing needs and programs. https://www.cityoflamesa.us//16646/Housing-Element-Workshop

City Council Meeting October 13

Check out our Fall newsletter for information on emergency preparedness, Chief of Police recruitment, holiday cooking safety, and much more: http://www.cityoflamesa.us/1471/Newsletters. Sign up to be notified when new newsletters arrive under Notify Me.

The City of La Mesa is hosting a virtual workshop for the Housing Element Update on Thursday, October 15, 2020, from 6:00 7:30 pm by Zoom Webinar. The event will provide an opportunity to learn about local housing needs and programs. The City of La Mesa has begun the process of updating the Housing Element for the 2021-2029 Planning Period and wants to obtain input from the community about program priorities and challenges that should be addressed.

Discounted rain barrels are available through the County of San Diego. Check out the link below to find out more!

The secret stairs have been reopened! Please follow all social distancing guidelines as outlined below.

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