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Senior Games Readies for Round Two
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With over 400 athletes registered in over 420 events, and with participants from throughout California and as far away as Texas, the 2017 Visalia Senior Games readies for the second weekend of competition this Saturday, March 25th and Sunday, March 26th.
Ringing true to their motto of "Winning never gets old", the 2017 Visalia Senior Games, supported by Kaweah Delta Health Care District, is open to seniors 50 years and better. In fact, this year's games has a 95 years young participant. For those want to be part of the fun, registration is still open for swimming, track and field, the 5K/10K Road Race and the Texas Hold 'Em Tournament.
The Texas Hold’Em No-Limit Tournament will be held on Saturday, March 25th from 6 - 9 p.m. at the Anthony Community Center and features a social with live music by the “Dirty Poppas,” appetizers and a no-host bar for those who choose to dance and socialize. The Texas Hold’Em Tournament entry is just $15 per person which includes the social or $10 per person for the social only.
To register for the Tournament, purchase your entry to the social, or to take part in the this weekend's events, visit www.visaliaseniorgames.com.
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Public Hearing for Measure N on April 3rd
The City Council conducted the first of two public hearings to receive comment on the proposed first year Measure N spending plan at this week's City Council meeting on Monday, March 20th. The second and final public hearing will be held during the regular session of the City Council meeting on Monday, April 3rd.
Measure N, the ½ cent sales tax that begins April 1, 2017, requires the City to conduct two public hearings before adopting a spending plan. Prior to this, the City Council approved a spending plan and the Measure N Oversight Committee reviewed and approved the City Council’s first year spending plan.
Significant points were made by staff during the public hearing, including but not limited to, noting that revenues are estimated higher than the budget because the first year includes five quarters of revenues, and that the Police budget is higher than the initial plan because Council authorized the early hiring of police recruits in the Police Academy.
The Measure N Fund is projected to collect $13.7 million over five quarters and staff is requesting to spend a total of $11.6 million in fiscal year 16/17 and 17/18.
The second public hearing is scheduled for the 7 p.m. regular session of the Visalia City Council on Monday, April 3, 2017. For more information on Measure N, visit www.visalia.city/measuren.
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Spring Drop Off Event Begins This Saturday
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Ready to do some spring cleaning? Sunnier skies and longer days are here, and you can plan on enjoying it all after you drop off your personal yard waste and compostables during the Spring Drop Off event.
Now is your chance to recycle trimmings, grass clippings, leaves, branches, wood, lumber and food scraps starting Saturday, March 25th and running through Saturday, April 9th.
Residents can drop off their personal yard waste and compostables for free at either Harvest Power California on 24487 Road 140 (Lovers Lane), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., or at West Coast Wood Industries on 7715 Avenue 296 (southwest corner of Highway 99 and Highway 198), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
When making a drop, you must provide proof of residency, a utility bill or drivers license is acceptable. For a complete list of accepted materials and more information on recycling and composting, visit www.gogreenvisalia.com or call the Visalia Solid Waste Department at (559) 713-4531.
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This & That
- CASA to Host 2017 4th of July Fireworks Event: Visalia City Council has approved Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) as the host of the 4th of July Fireworks event at Groppetti Stadium. CASA plans to provide a safe, family friendly environment full of activities and fun. For more information on CASA or how to support the event, contact them at (559) 625-4007.
- Meet the Mayor: Mayor Warren Gubler will hold office hours on Thursday, March 30th at City Hall West, located at 707 W. Acequia Ave. Walk-ins are welcome from 5 to 5:45 p.m., with meeting times in increments of 15 minutes. For more information, contact City of Visalia Administration at (559) 713-4355.
- Mix & Mingle at the Animal Care Center: March's Business After Hours will be hosted by Visalia Animal Services on Tuesday, March 28th from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Join the Visalia Chamber of Commerce at this opportunity to mix and connect, take a tour and learn more about the programs offered at the Center, located at 29016 Highway 99. For more information, call the Visalia Chamber of Commerce at (559) 734-5876 or visit www.visaliachamber.org.
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Upcoming Events
Visalia Senior Games
Saturday, March 25th and Sunday, March 26th
First Day of Spring Drop Off Recycling Event
Saturday, March 25th
Joint Council and Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting
Monday, March 27th
Visalia Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Mixer Hosted by Visalia Animal Services
Tuesday, March 28th
Meet the Mayor
Thursday, March 30th
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