Victorville Connect - July 29

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Victorville Connect - July 29, 2021

Utility Bill Assistance Program

This week, we launched our Utility Bill Assistance Program to help customers who are behind on their City utility payments due to COVID-19-related hardships.

On July 20, our Victorville City Council voted unanimously to allocate $2 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding for this program. Eligible residential and commercial customers who are in arrears on their water, sanitation, storm drain and/or household hazardous waste payments can apply to receive a one-time payment to zero our their balance owed between April 2020 and July 2021.

Applications will be accepted through Aug. 23 or until funds are exhausted. The application is available at VictorvilleCA.gov/utilityhelp, or it can be requested in-person at the customer service counters in City Hall. Questions about the utility assistance program can be directed to (760) 955-5001.

Seeking New Applicants for Victorville Planning Commission Vacancy

We reopened our search to fill a vacancy on our Planning Commission. This appointed body considers land use approvals and reviews new development projects. Victorville residents with a strong desire to serve our community are invited to apply no later than Sept. 1. To learn more, visit vv.city/pcapply.

Self-Service Payment Kiosks for Utility Customers

We just installed self-service payment kiosks to boost convenience for our sanitation and water customers.

Rather than wait in line, customers can use the kiosks to review account balances and make full or partial payments securely by cash, check, or card. Two kiosks are inside City Hall, and two are in our north parking lot.

To learn more about our diverse payment options, visit VictorvilleCA.gov/customerservice.

National Night Out

National Night out is right around the corner! We hope you’ll join us on Aug. 3 at Hook Park located at 14973 Joshua Street in Victorville between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. This is a great opportunity to visit with our safety personnel and City staff and learn valuable information about keeping your family and home safe.

Victorville Sings

Think you have what it takes to be the winner of our first-ever Victorville Sings Competition?

Youth ages eight to 17 are invited to audition and showcase their vocal talents on Aug. 18 at 5 p.m. at the Victorville Activities Center. A total of 15 contestants will advance and compete for the winning title and fun prizes during our Concerts in the Park Series on Fridays in September.

Registration is $5 at VictorvilleCA.gov/Recreation.

Movie in the Park

We hope you'll join us for our Movie in the Park on Saturday, Aug. 14 at Hook Park featuring Raya and the Last Dragon! Our craft station will open at 6:30 p.m., and the movie will begin at 7:30 p.m. Food will be available for purchase. No registration necessary.

Victorville Fire Serves on State Wildfire Strike Team

This month, crews from our Victorville Fire Department deployed to the River and Tamarack Fires, and they are currently assigned to the Dixie Fire on OES Engine 6315. Last year, our fire department received this engine from the California Office of Emergency Services to respond to large, wildland fires as part of a larger, five-engine strike team when needed. We are honored to assist Cal OES with wildland fire response efforts.

Victor Valley Bicycle Tour

If you're into cycling, the Victor Valley Bicycle Tour is planned for Oct. 30. Join other cyclists and tour our area with routes of 62, 30, and 10 miles starting at Apple Valley Civic Park. For more information and to register, visit victorvalleybicycletour.com.

Our Southern California Logistics Airport is proud to sponsor this great event that raises awareness of bicycle safety in our community and promotes cycling as a healthy lifestyle.

California Competes Tax Credit

The California Competes Tax Credit is an income tax credit available to businesses that want to locate to or stay and grow in California. Businesses of any industry, size, or location can compete for over $180 million available in tax credits. Applicants will be evaluated on a variety of factors including number of full-time jobs being created, amount of investment, and strategic importance to the state or region. Applicants can apply in one of three application periods each year. To learn more, visit business.ca.gov/california-competes-tax-credit/.

COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing Information

Everyone age 12 and older is eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The Pfizer vaccine is the only vaccine approved for persons under 18. The Pfizer vaccine is being administered at County and State OptumServ sites. A parent or guardian must accompany their children ages 12 through 17 to vaccine appointments, and a drivers license or birth certificate is needed to verify age.

For more information about the vaccine and to schedule an appointment, visit the County's website at sbcovid19.com/vaccine or call the County Helpline at (909) 387-3911.

San Bernardino County also continues to offer several convenient COVID-19 testing locations. To make an appointment for a COVID-19 test, visit sbcovid19.com/testing-sites. Saturday appointments are available.