Free County Emergency App Now Available for Download
Sep. 27, 2012 | 8:20 AMReading Time: 2 minutes You never know where you’ll be when a disaster hits. A new SD Emergency app can now give you the latest information on your iOS or Android phone.
Tax Relief Available for Shockey Fire Property Losses
Sep. 26, 2012 | 5:23 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
County Assessor/Recorder/Clerk Ernest Dronenburg wishes to advise all property owners whose property was damaged or destroyed during the recent Shockey Fire that property tax relief is available. This tax relief program requires the reassessment of the property to reflect its damaged condition. The reduced value will remain in effect until such time as the property is rebuilt or repaired.
VIDEO: Beer Goggles
Sep. 26, 2012 | 3:09 PMReading Time: < 1 minute Goggles that simulate the view of an impaired motorist are just one of the tactics used in the “Start Smart” program for young drivers.
Take Me Home Program is a Life Saver
Sep. 26, 2012 | 2:06 PMReading Time: 2 minutes The call to the Sheriff’s Department Communications Center came in around 5:30 p.m. A 9-year-old autistic child had wandered away from his home in Encinitas.
County Paintings to be Part of San Diego Museum of Art Exhibit
Sep. 26, 2012 | 12:30 PMReading Time: 2 minutes The artworks were created by a local painter the museum describes as “the American Van Gogh.”
Harvard Deems County Program a “Bright Idea”
Sep. 26, 2012 | 9:11 AMReading Time: 2 minutes
A San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) program that makes it easier for residents to access Medi-Cal and CalFresh through video interviewing has been recognized as a Bright Idea by Harvard University.
Shockey Fire Local Assistance Center Opens Wednesday in Jacumba
Sep. 25, 2012 | 5:10 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
A Local Assistance Center (LAC) for residents who suffered losses in the Shockey Fire will be open starting Wednesday at the Jacumba Library, 44605 Old Highway 80, 91934.
Planning and Development Services Opens its Doors to the Public
Sep. 25, 2012 | 4:46 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
The County’s new Department of Planning and Development Services, in new offices, opened its doors to the public Tuesday at the County Operations Center, located at 5510 Overland Ave. in Kearny Mesa.
Ramona Airport Open House Attracts Vets and Visitors
Sep. 25, 2012 | 3:23 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
An estimated 2,000 people attended the annual Ramona Airport Open House this past weekend. They were treated to tours of the air traffic control tower (ATC), U.S. Forest Service and Calfire operations, and the Classic Rotors helicopter museum. Several classic war birds, to include the famous P-51 Mustang were on display and seen in low-pass “fly-bys.”
Financial Investing Made Simple
Sep. 25, 2012 | 2:11 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
Dave Kershberg doesn’t believe financial planning is just for the rich. He doesn’t think it has to be complex either. Just to prove his point he is giving a free presentation at the County library in La Mesa Saturday.