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San Carlos, CA 94070
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2008 Hometown Days: May 16 - 18, 2008 San Carlos Hometown Days: May 16-18, 2008
The 2008 edition of San Carlos Hometown Days: Homespun Fun at Hometown Days will be held on May 16-17-18 this year at Burton Park.  This is a uniquely San Carlos tradition that features a parade on Saturday, May 17th as well as entertainment and fun for the entire family. 

For more information call the Hometown Days hotline at (650) 594-2700 or click on the link above to visit the Hometown Days web site.
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City Meeting ePacket: City Council Meeting - Monday, May 12, 2008
The Agenda and Packet for the City Council Meeting on Monday, May 12, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 600 Elm Street, San Carlos, are now available via ePacket (click link to read and print City Council agenda).  Key items on this agenda include:
  • Amending City Fee Schedule (9b)
  • Options for Capital Improvement Budget for 2008-09 (10a)
  • Amending Municipal Code Section 6.04.310 (a) - Domestic Fowl (Chickens, Ducks, Geese, Turkeys, Pigeons, Doves or Squabs) and Rabbits - Change from Prohibit to Allow Up to 4 (11a)
  • Agreement with Tramutola LLC for Survey and Consulting Services - Potential City Revenue Measure (11b)
  • City Green and Climate Protection Programs - 1 Year Report (11c)
  • 2008-09 Fire Department Budget (11d)
  • Services Contract with San Carlos Chamber of Commerce (12a).

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Bike To Work Day 2008 logo Bike to Work Day 2008 is Thursday, May 15!
The Bay Area's Bike to Work Day is Thursday, May 15th and the City of San Carlos will be participating by hosting an Energizer Station at the San Carlos Train Depot from 7:00am to 9:00am.

Hop on your bike and encourage your friends to do the same.  Then stop by for coffee and treats as well as a tote bag stuffed with useful biking information and helpful bicycling items (while supplies last).  Plus, we will have lots of information to give you to simplify your daily commute!

If you plan to participate, be sure to register at www.511.org and you will be entered into a drawing to win some great bike related prizes.
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News Image City Council Updates Goals and Objectives - Strategic Plan Retreat
On Tuesday, March 18, 2008, the City Council and City Department Heads met at the San Carlos Library Conference Room in their 5th Strategic Planning Retreat.

At the retreat, this group of City Leaders reviewed the City Vision Statement, updated the City's 3 Year Strategic Goals and developed 3 to 5 Strategic Objectives for each of the Goals that will move the City towards attaining these Strategic Objectives.  New to the document is the goal to "Plan for and implement long-term financial sustainability."

For more information on the Mission Statement, Three Year Strategic Goals and the Strategic Objectives set by the group, visit the Council Strategic Goals and Objectives section of the City Web Site.
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News Image 4 Proposals for Garbage, Recycling & Organics Collection Services
The South Bayside Waste Management Authority (SBWMA) has received four proposals in response to its Request for Proposals (RFP) released on November 1st for franchised collection services for solid waste, recyclables and organics. The current franchise agreement is held by Allied Waste Services of San Mateo County and expires on December 31, 2010.

The proposals start an evaluation and selection process which will culminate in the roll out of dramatically expanded and more convenient recycling and organics (plant materials and food scraps) collection programs for residents. The new services will start in 2011 and will include wheeled carts for weekly collection of solid waste, recyclables, and organics.
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The City of San Carlos - Mission Statement
Providing high quality services and facilities in a fiscally sustainable, responsive and friendly manner to foster a safe and healthy community.
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