May 7, 2013
Trolley service to change: Council authorized modifying the Visalia Towne Trolley route and to change its service hours to focus on mid-day lunchtime service and weekend evening hours. The changes, which will be implemented this summer, will only include operation of the Gold Route between the Transit Center and Conyer, along Main and Acequia, from 11 am to 2 pm Monday thru Saturday, 5:30 to 10:30 pm Friday and Saturdays, and Thursdays during Farmer's Market from 5:30 to 9:30 pm. Initiated in the 1990s in response to parking shortages in the revitalized downtown, the Trolley has enjoyed varying periods of success and waning ridership. Despite aggressive promotion, ridership has continued to decline. Reducing and/or restructuring the Towne Trolley will improve Visalia Transit's overall effectiveness and productivity, and an estimated $200,000 in savings can be allocated to routes in need of additional service. The new operating hours are concentrated around the lunch hour and evenings on weekends. To view the staff report, click here.
Transit Manager, Staff garner CalACT Award: Transit Manager Monty Cox and his staff were lauded by the California Association for Coordinated Transportation (CalACT) for their contributions in transit. Monty, in particular, was recognized for his efforts in the development of the Sequoia Shuttle. Included in the nomination form was the following: "His willingness to get his hands dirty along side those working in the trenches demonstrated his true leadership abilities in respect to this unique transportation endeavor. His commitment to providing a quality transportation service spans all aspects - from acquiring funding, community buy-in, route planning and system design, and creative marketing strategies." Monty and his staff will be recognized at the 2013 Spring Conference and Expo in Lake Tahoe.
Building permits up 13%; Single family dwellings jump 91% for 2013: Building permits continued their upward trend for 2013, with a 13% increase through April. A total of 1,076 permits have been issued, compared to 955 in 2012. New single family dwellings spiked 91%, from 57 in 2012 to 109 in 2013. Total valuation is up 70% for the year.
Enjoy Donuts & Discussion with Warren Gubler: Enjoy Donuts and Discussion with Council Member Warren Gubler and Deputy City Manager Leslie Caviglia from 7 to 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 1, at The Donut Factory, 3100 N. Demaree St This informal gathering allows any citizen to address their concerns or ask questions one-on-one with Council Member Gubler or Deputy City Manager Caviglia. Drop-ins are welcome at any time. Council Member Gubler also can be reached through 713-4400, then enter 3313, or by email at [email protected].
Transit Manager, Staff garner CalACT Award: Transit Manager Monty Cox and his staff were lauded by the California Association for Coordinated Transportation (CalACT) for their contributions in transit. Monty, in particular, was recognized for his efforts in the development of the Sequoia Shuttle. Included in the nomination form was the following: "His willingness to get his hands dirty along side those working in the trenches demonstrated his true leadership abilities in respect to this unique transportation endeavor. His commitment to providing a quality transportation service spans all aspects - from acquiring funding, community buy-in, route planning and system design, and creative marketing strategies." Monty and his staff will be recognized at the 2013 Spring Conference and Expo in Lake Tahoe.
Building permits up 13%; Single family dwellings jump 91% for 2013: Building permits continued their upward trend for 2013, with a 13% increase through April. A total of 1,076 permits have been issued, compared to 955 in 2012. New single family dwellings spiked 91%, from 57 in 2012 to 109 in 2013. Total valuation is up 70% for the year.
Enjoy Donuts & Discussion with Warren Gubler: Enjoy Donuts and Discussion with Council Member Warren Gubler and Deputy City Manager Leslie Caviglia from 7 to 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 1, at The Donut Factory, 3100 N. Demaree St This informal gathering allows any citizen to address their concerns or ask questions one-on-one with Council Member Gubler or Deputy City Manager Caviglia. Drop-ins are welcome at any time. Council Member Gubler also can be reached through 713-4400, then enter 3313, or by email at [email protected].