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Lompoc Lately - Issue 15- November 15, 2024

Welcome to Lompoc Lately, our citywide newsletter. We hope this bi-weekly (every other week) digital newsletter will help keep you informed on the latest happenings throughout the City of Lompoc, with some fun extras and ways to provide input. We want this newsletter to serve you, so please tell us what suggestions you have for future editions!

Holiday Happenings 🦃🎅🏽

'Tis the season at the City of Lompoc for Halloween costumes, trotting turkeys, a holiday light exchange opportunity, the Christmas parade, breakfast with Santa, and more.

Here are some highlights: 

Trade in Those Old Holiday Lights

The City of Lompoc wants to help Lompoc residents and business owners light up the city with a festive but energy-conscious glow this holiday season.

The City of Lompoc is proud to offer for a fourth consecutive year a LED holiday light exchange program, encouraging the community to swap out old, dangerous, inefficient holiday light strings for new LED holiday lights. The program, which aims to assist residents and businesses in reducing energy use and saving money on utility bills, kicked off on Monday, November 4.

City of Lompoc electric utility customers may exchange up to five old holiday light strings for new LED holiday lights at Lompoc City Hall (100 Civic Center Plaza) during normal business hours (9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday) and every Friday starting November 8 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in front of Lompoc City Hall near the utility payment drop box (except the 29, the day after Thanksgiving).

To participate in the exchange program, City of Lompoc utility customers must bring a current utility bill, a photo ID, and their old holiday lights to city hall. Customers are limited to five new light string replacements per utility account. The replacement program is on a first-come, first-served basis and will be available until January 24, 2025, or while supplies last.

There is no cost to utility customers to participate in the holiday light exchange program, as the program is funded by public benefit resources accumulated through a dedicated, state-mandated 2.85 % charge applied to electric customer revenues. Members of the public with questions on the program may call City of Lompoc Utility Conservation at (805) 875-8252.

Reserve Breakfast with Santa

Lompoc residents can again enjoy a hot breakfast with Santa Claus this year.

Join Lompoc Parks and Recreation on Saturday, December 14 for a pancake and sausage breakfast at the Dick DeWees Community & Senior Center, 1120 West Ocean Ave. Children young and old are invited to enjoy breakfast with family and friends, along with the man in red himself! There will be two different time slots to choose from, either 8:30 a.m. or 10 a.m.

The cost for children is $10 for ages 3-12, and $12 for adults 13 and older. Children under 2 are free with a paid adult. Children are also required to be accompanied by at least one adult. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Registration can be completed online.

Those looking for more information should call Lompoc Parks & Recreation at (805) 875-8100.

The Deadline is Monday to Sign up for the Christmas Parade

Applications are still available for this year’s Lompoc Valley Children’s Christmas Season Parade themed “Dreaming of a White Christmas”.

This year’s parade will be held on Friday, December 6 at 6 p.m. Individuals, groups or businesses interested in participating in this year’s parade are required to complete an application and submit it to the Anderson Recreation Center, 125 West Walnut Ave., by Monday, Nov. 18.

The parade will assemble at 4:30 p.m. with check-in at the Union Bank parking lot on the corner of Pine Avenue and “H” Street. Roll-out is planned for 6 p.m. with the parade proceeding south on “H” Street, turning west on Ocean Avenue, then south to “I” Street, and should last about one hour. After the parade, participants and spectators are invited to gather at Centennial Park, on the corner of Cypress and H streets, for the announcement of parade winners, as well as the lighting of the community Christmas tree and a chance to visit with Santa.

Parade applications are available online at http://www.cityoflompoc.com/recreation, and also at the Anderson Recreation Center during regular business hours. Community members looking for more information may call (805) 875-8100.

Register for the Lompoc Turkey Trot

Lompoc Parks and Recreation is pleased to share that registration is open for the Turkey Trot 3 Mile Fun Run and Kids Turkey Dash.

Both events will be held on Sunday, November 24 at the River Park Fitness Trail, located at Highway 246 and Sweeney Road. Check-in is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. All ability levels are encouraged to participate.

The Kids Turkey Dash one-mile run kicks off at 9 a.m. for children ages 5 to 13.

The 3 Mile Fun Run is available to all ages and starts at 9:30 a.m.

Top overall female and male children and adults will be awarded a turkey, along with pies for 2nd overall winners. Medals will also be awarded to 1st and 2nd place finishers in each age category.

Registration forms are available online at http://www.cityoflompoc.com/recreation and can be submitted to the Anderson Recreation Center during normal business hours or by email to: recreation@ci.lompoc.ca.us. The cost to register is $30 per adult athlete and $20 per child. Pre-registration runs through Friday, November 22, although day-of registration will be available for $10 more.

Community members looking for more information may contact Lompoc Parks and Recreation at (805)-875-8100.

Keep Your Little Turkeys Busy Over Thanksgiving Break

Spooky things of days past 🎃👻

Thank you, Veterans.

On Veterans Day and every day, we appreciate our veterans. Thank you for your service.

Make Your Submissions for the Library's Tiny Art Show

The Lompoc Public Library invites the community to participate in a tiny art show with big appeal.

The Lompoc Public Library is pleased to announce this unique Tiny Art Show that is being held at the library for the third year.

Art kits will be available for pickup at the Lompoc and Village libraries starting on November 4, including a miniature canvas.

Participants need to return their creations on or before 5 p.m. on Friday, November 23 to have their tiny artwork featured in the show.

Participants may choose to use materials that are not provided by the library. Submissions must not exceed 4 in. x 4 in. The library reserves the right to exclude any works. Submissions from community members of all ages and abilities are welcome.

The tiny art will be on display at the Lompoc Public Library for public viewing during the month of December, and at the Village Library during January. A reception for the public will be held on December 13 at the Lompoc Library main branch.

Provide Input on Unmet Transit Needs

City of Lompoc Listening Session

When: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., November 20, 2024
Where: City Council Chambers – 100 Civic Center Plaza, Lompoc, CA 93436.
• Spanish language accessibility and free rides to and from the meeting are available upon
request at (310) 863-0149.

Countywide Listening Session
When: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., December 11, 2024. Join in person or virtually any time during the two-hour session.

In-person: SBCAG Wisteria Conference Room – 260 North San Antonio Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93110.Virtually: Details on how to participate virtually via Zoom is published on the SBCAG website at www.sbcag.org. Spanish-language interpretation services available. Accessible accommodations available by contacting SBCAG by December 9, 2024, at (805) 961-8900 or info@sbcag.org. More info.  

Review the Finalized Housing Element Update

The City of Lompoc's revised adopted housing element has been approved by the California Department of Housing & Community Development, and is available for viewing.

The city council public adoption hearing is scheduled as part of the upcoming Nov. 19 Lompoc City Council meeting. View the approved adopted housing element.

Have you Claimed your Free Home Water-Monitoring Device?

Apparently we are not doing enough to get the word out that we have FREE smart home water-monitoring devices for Lompoc residential water utility accountholders. Because we still have quite a few Flume devices to give away.

Flume's smart water monitors provide homeowners with valuable insights into your water usage. By installing the device on your water meter, Lompoc residents can use a mobile app to track water consumption, identify leaks, and receive real-time alerts. This information can help you conserve water and reduce your environmental footprint.

Apply now: flumewater.com/rebate/ca/lompoc-dwr

On the Topic of Water Leaks:

Our conservation team is making home visits to residents who might have water leaks, offering information and resources to help you save money. They will never enter your home, and will wear plainly marked identification badges.

Watch our leak prevention visits video

Fountains of Progress

The new outdoor fountain is coming along at Civic Center Plaza.

Thank you for Voting 🗳

We will post the certified election results from Santa Barbara County when they are available. Thank you for making your voice heard in local and national government. Lompoc Election Web page. 

Lompoc Outdoor Community Market is Seeking Vendors

Lompoc Parks & Recreation is seeking individuals and businesses to fill spaces at the Lompoc Outdoor Community Market.

The Lompoc Outdoor Community Market takes place weekly on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the downtown parking lot at the corner of Ocean and I streets. This outdoor market welcomes all vendors, crafters, farmers, and businesses, offering a discount for those who commit to four consecutive weekends. Spaces are available for $25 (13x13 feet) or $45 (13x20 feet with a vehicle).

Those interested in participating are asked to visit the Lompoc Recreation website at www.cityoflompoc.com/recreation or to call the recreation offices at (805)-875-8100 during normal business hours.

Lompoc City Council Roundup

At the October 15 Lompoc City Council meeting:

Council approved the following items on the consent calendar by unanimous vote:

• The Minutes of the Lompoc City Council Regular Meeting of
  September 17, 2024.
• A Professional Services Agreement for the Lompoc
  Groundwater Percolation Basin Feasibility Study with EKI Environment
  & Water, Inc.
• Adoption of Resolution No. 6708(24) Authorizing Destruction of
  Obsolete City Records.
• Application for 2024 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant Program Award
  and Approval of Agreement with County of Santa Barbara for Use of
  Funds.
• Adoption of Resolution No. 6709(24) Approving the Energy Risk
  Management Policy
• Adoption of Resolution No. 6710(24) Attesting to the Veracity of the
  2023 Power Source Disclosure Report and 2023 Power Content Label.
• Adoption of Resolution No. 6711(24) Groundwater Sustainability
  Agency’s Western Management Area Grant and Operational Funding.
• Revisions to Handbook for Commission, Committee, and Board
  Members Relating to the General Functions and Membership of the
  Airport Commission, Human Services Commission, Library
  Commission, Public Safety Commission, and Utility Commission,
  Consolidation of the Beautification and Appearance Commission, with
  the Parks and Recreation Commission; Introduction of Ordinance No.
  1712(24); Adoption of Resolution No. 6712(24)
• Adoption of Resolution No. 6713(24) Approving Amendment No. 5 to
  the 2022-24 Memorandum of Understanding with Employees
  Represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers,
  Local Union 1245, Amending the City’s Classification and
  Compensation/Pay Plans Accordingly, and Approving Supplemental
  Appropriations to Fund the Amended Compensation/Pay Plan.
• Adoption of Resolution No. 6714(24) Amending the City’s Classification
  and Compensation/Pay Plans to Include Revised Classifications and
  Salary Adjustments for Certain Management, Supervisory, and
  Confidential Classifications; and Approving Supplemental
  Appropriations to Fund the Amended Compensation Plan.

Staff Presentation: Planning Manager Brian Halvorson provided an update on current and pending projects in the Planning Division.

Appointments: Council appointed Robert Holloway to the Utility Commission, for a temporary out of district appointment with a term ending October 15, 2025.

Councilmember Starbuck pulled consent calendar item no. 8 below from the consent calendar for discussion.

After lengthy discussion, the council approved the proposed revisions to the handbook and provided staff with direction to ensure the handbook included clear notice of the requirement for all appointed commission, committee, and board members to file an annual statement of economic interests (Form 700); and the council will hold joint meetings with each standing body every two years.  This item will return to council at the November 19, 2024 regular council meeting for the second reading of the ordinance.

Revisions to Handbook for Commission, Committee, and Board
Members Relating to the General Functions and Membership of the
Airport Commission, Human Services Commission, Library
Commission, Public Safety Commission, and Utility Commission,
Consolidation of the Beautification and Appearance Commission, with
the Parks and Recreation Commission; Introduction of Ordinance No.
1712(24); Adoption of Resolution No. 6712(24)

Next Council Meeting:  Nov. 19, 2024, 6:30 p.m., City of Lompoc Council Chamber 

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