Peninsula Clean Energy Launches New Website
Peninsula Clean Energy (PCE), electricity provider to San Mateo County and the City of Los Banos, has a new and improved website to help customers understand rates, and learn about new PCE resources.
Homeowners considering electrification of their home are eligible for free technical assistance from PCE. This will help customers assess both the feasibility and costs of changing from gas to electric appliances like heat pump furnaces and water heaters. Information on how to get started is now on the website. You can also talk with a PCE team member Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM by calling 1-866-966-0110 or by emailing info@pencleanenergy.com.
Visit Peninsula Clean Energy's newly-designed website at pencleanenergy.com today and see how they're putting their best foot forward with their new digital presence.
New Outdoor Lighting Regulations in Effect 3/1 with Dark Sky Ordinance
New outdoor lighting, including lamps and fixtures, that were installed on or after March 1, 2024 needed to be in compliance with the City's Dark Sky Ordinance, which the City Council adopted in January 2024 to reduce the impact of outdoor lighting on our health and local environment. By March 1, 2025, existing lighting should be adjusted to comply with some aspects of the new regulations, such as redirecting so that the light is facing straight to the ground. The March STAR lays out additional March 1st compliance requirements. In the meantime, check out the Dark Sky Ordinance webpage, brisbaneca.org/darksky.
How to Report Code Enforcement Complaints and Search Permit Activities in Clariti
Did you know that you can submit Code Enforcement complaints on private property through the City’s new permitting system, Clariti? Just visit brisbaneca.org/Clariti and click ”Submit Code Complaint” in the top menu bar (you do not need to log in to submit a complaint). When the ”Report an Issue” form loads, you can choose to either submit anonymously by clicking ”Complaint Anonymously” or leave it unchecked and provide your name and contact information. You can also upload photos or other files to support your complaint. Code Enforcement Officer Wil Muñoz will investigate each complaint to confirm whether a code violation may exist. Note: the City does not divulge the source of any complaints, nor share the results of any investigation or potential corrective actions.
For reporting issues on public property, such as Building and Parks Maintenance, Potholes, or Sidewalk Tripping Hazards, please use 'My Brisbane', available via a free app found on the Mac App Store, Google Play Store, or via the webform found on the City's website.
In Clariti, you also have the ability to see Weekly Permit Activities - permits that have been issued in the last week (no login required):
Similar to the previous system, GreenVue, Clariti also allows one to search addresses and parcels for activity. Just type one of those into the Search bar area and click on the tabs, Related Permits and Related Planning Applications to see the status of those, if any (again, no login is required). Here's what the search result page for City Hall looks like:
We hope the public finds the City's new permitting system useful. If you should have any questions concerning Clariti, please reach out to the Community Development Department at (415) 508-2120 or use their Contact Us weform.
Emergency Preparedness Meeting Next Tuesday, 2/25
North County Fire Authority Battalion Chief Nick Gracia will be hosting the next Emergency Prep Meeting on Zoom from 6 - 6:30 PM on Tuesday, February 25th. He'll be joined by NCFA Safety Inspector/Fire Investigator (Special Services Bureau) Clyde Preston, who will be speaking on vegetation management practices. See this video for an overview of the various ways NCFA identifies and reduces fuel load in town throughout the year:
The meeting will be recorded again, but please try to join live if you can so that your questions can be addressed by the hosts.
Coffee with the City Manager, 2/28
Join me for my first coffee chat of 2025 at our offices here at the Annex. Look forward to hearing what's on your mind and meeting you if I haven't been able to do so yet!
Donations Needed Now for Concerts to Bring the Best Bands Back!
It may not be evident when you're out enjoying a summer concert in the Community Park, but the more donations that are received NOW for Concerts affords the Parks and Recreation Department a greater ability to pay the bands they're aiming to book...and of course, Brisbane's not the only city hosting a summer concert series in the Peninsula. So, we're imploring you, if you love the summer concerts and want to help ensure the best bands are booked, then head to brisbaneca.org/citp and become a 2025 Concerts in the Park Sponsor today!
Lifeguard Training Class, April 4 - 6
A Spring Lifeguard Training Class is coming up the weekend of April 4 - 6. Attendance is required for all 3 days, with students at least 15 years of age by the last day of class.
UNFINISHED: A Gathering Hosted by Beth Grossman at the Library, 2/22
Attend BEST PTO’s Spring Thing 2025 & Sign up for Parents’ Night Out Through Parks and Rec!
Join BEST PTO for Spring Thing 2025, the event of the year, and help support our schools and students! Every dollar raised will go toward enhancing educational experiences and opportunities for our students.
Reserve your tickets now at: thebestpto.org and get ready for a dazzling evening featuring a live auction with incredible trips and experiences, a silent auction packed with amazing items, and plenty of fun! Enjoy delicious bites, a cash bar, dancing, and a photo booth while we come together to support our schools.
If you need childcare, Park and Rec is offering a Parents’ Night Out so you can enjoy the evening worry-free! Register here: brisbaneca.org/pno
Latest JUHSD Community Newsletter
Read the latest Community Newsletter from Superintendent Presta to the JUHSD community here or catch it when it comes out Friday afternoons on the JUHSD website, juhsd.net.
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