Highlights from "The Week in Review" (TWIR)
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Fire
Emergency Incidents: We had a total of 84 incidents this week, which included 4 that were fire related: 1-Vehicle Fire, 2-Outdoor Fires and 1-Rubbish/Trash Fire. The remaining calls this week were: EMS-45, Vehicle Accidents-7, Service Calls-12 and Other Emergencies-16.
Fire Prevention: This week’s Fire Prevention Activities included: Business Inspections-44, New Construction Inspections-5, Plan Checks-8, Certification of Occupanies-2, Business License Inspections-2 and Fire System Checks-8.
Police
Shooting: On January 27 at 7:47 p.m., Patrol officers were dispatched to the area of the 1200 Block of Parkview Street for a report of shots fired. Dispatch received multiple 9-1-1 calls regarding shots being heard. Officers located three spent shotgun shells in the street in front of 1288 Parkview St. Police received additional information that, after the shots were fired, two subjects were seen running into the residence on Scott Place. The wadding from the shotgun shells was found not far from the back fence of the identified residence. Officers could not locate anything that had been hit from the rounds fired. The subjects contacted at the Scott Place address denied being involved in any altercation or confrontation. They did not seem to be eager to assist law enforcement and denied knowing what had occurred. The only suspect information provided was that a subject with a shotgun was seen getting into a black Kia four-door car after the sound of shots was heard. The Kia had no hubcaps and was very dirty, as if it had been driven through a field. The subject with the shotgun was described as an Hispanic male, unknown age, 5’11”, 220 pounds with a white T-shirt and blue jeans. There were two other subjects who also got into the Kia, but no description could be provided, other than they were also Hispanic males.
Public Works
Solid Waste Truck Fire: The Solid Waste Division had a garbage truck fire Tuesday morning, January 26 – the first in several years. There was no damage to the truck and no employees were injured. The driver was collecting residential garbage in an automated truck in the vicinity of Powers and Pine when another City employee noticed smoke coming from the rear of the truck. The truck was driven to an empty dirt lot northeast of The Strike Zone and the load was dumped. The Fire Department responded and extinguished the fire. Staff cannot be absolutely certain of the cause of the fire, but there had to be some smoldering trash in a can that was collected, probably fireplace ashes. These fires used to be much more common, but fortunately, are now very rare. This event was used as an opportunity to review with staff the proper procedures for handling such a fire. Residents are reminded that fireplace ashes and charcoal must not be placed in garbage containers until they are cold and out. We were fortunate to catch this fire early. If we had not, we could have lost a truck worth over $200,000.
Parks and Recreation
Parks’ Storm Response: High winds and a lot of rain can be a dangerous combination as it relates to trees. As the ground becomes saturated with water, the stability of the trees is compromised. The high winds and heavy rains that we recently experienced caused numerous tree problems throughout the City. Maintenance staff responded to 12 trees that blew over, including four at the golf course, and also responded to another 30 calls throughout the City for downed limbs. Administrative staff responded to dozens of other calls on general tree concerns, both public and private. Maintenance staff worked closely together to clear all obstructions and cleanup. Even the best-maintained trees can be a target in severe storm conditions. However, if the canopy of the tree is maintained to allow air to blow through it, the chances of the tree suffering damage are reduced dramatically.
Community Development
Building Safety Activities: The City’s Building Safety Division conducted a total of 296 inspections during this past week. The division issued 23 building permits, which included 1 Commercial Demolition, 1 Handicap Accessibility, 1 Hood and Duct, 1 Miscellaneous Electrical, 2 Miscellaneous Mechanical, 8 Miscellaneous Plumbing, 2 Patio, 1 Residential Addition, 1 Residential Remodel, 2 Swimming Pools, 1 Vanilla Shell in Spreckels Park and 2 Commercial Remodels. JoAnn’s Fabrics in Stadium Center is working on opening within the former Circuit City location, and WalMart is conducting a major interior remodel. A total of 8 new project applications were submitted for plan check services, which included 2 Fire Alarms, 1 Garage Conversion to a Sales Office, 1 Pool Master, 1 Patio, 1 Residential Fire Repair, 1 Residential Remodel and 1 Swimming Pool.
Fire
Emergency Incidents: We had a total of 84 incidents this week, which included 4 that were fire related: 1-Vehicle Fire, 2-Outdoor Fires and 1-Rubbish/Trash Fire. The remaining calls this week were: EMS-45, Vehicle Accidents-7, Service Calls-12 and Other Emergencies-16.
Fire Prevention: This week’s Fire Prevention Activities included: Business Inspections-44, New Construction Inspections-5, Plan Checks-8, Certification of Occupanies-2, Business License Inspections-2 and Fire System Checks-8.
Police
Shooting: On January 27 at 7:47 p.m., Patrol officers were dispatched to the area of the 1200 Block of Parkview Street for a report of shots fired. Dispatch received multiple 9-1-1 calls regarding shots being heard. Officers located three spent shotgun shells in the street in front of 1288 Parkview St. Police received additional information that, after the shots were fired, two subjects were seen running into the residence on Scott Place. The wadding from the shotgun shells was found not far from the back fence of the identified residence. Officers could not locate anything that had been hit from the rounds fired. The subjects contacted at the Scott Place address denied being involved in any altercation or confrontation. They did not seem to be eager to assist law enforcement and denied knowing what had occurred. The only suspect information provided was that a subject with a shotgun was seen getting into a black Kia four-door car after the sound of shots was heard. The Kia had no hubcaps and was very dirty, as if it had been driven through a field. The subject with the shotgun was described as an Hispanic male, unknown age, 5’11”, 220 pounds with a white T-shirt and blue jeans. There were two other subjects who also got into the Kia, but no description could be provided, other than they were also Hispanic males.
Public Works
Solid Waste Truck Fire: The Solid Waste Division had a garbage truck fire Tuesday morning, January 26 – the first in several years. There was no damage to the truck and no employees were injured. The driver was collecting residential garbage in an automated truck in the vicinity of Powers and Pine when another City employee noticed smoke coming from the rear of the truck. The truck was driven to an empty dirt lot northeast of The Strike Zone and the load was dumped. The Fire Department responded and extinguished the fire. Staff cannot be absolutely certain of the cause of the fire, but there had to be some smoldering trash in a can that was collected, probably fireplace ashes. These fires used to be much more common, but fortunately, are now very rare. This event was used as an opportunity to review with staff the proper procedures for handling such a fire. Residents are reminded that fireplace ashes and charcoal must not be placed in garbage containers until they are cold and out. We were fortunate to catch this fire early. If we had not, we could have lost a truck worth over $200,000.
Parks and Recreation
Parks’ Storm Response: High winds and a lot of rain can be a dangerous combination as it relates to trees. As the ground becomes saturated with water, the stability of the trees is compromised. The high winds and heavy rains that we recently experienced caused numerous tree problems throughout the City. Maintenance staff responded to 12 trees that blew over, including four at the golf course, and also responded to another 30 calls throughout the City for downed limbs. Administrative staff responded to dozens of other calls on general tree concerns, both public and private. Maintenance staff worked closely together to clear all obstructions and cleanup. Even the best-maintained trees can be a target in severe storm conditions. However, if the canopy of the tree is maintained to allow air to blow through it, the chances of the tree suffering damage are reduced dramatically.
Community Development
Building Safety Activities: The City’s Building Safety Division conducted a total of 296 inspections during this past week. The division issued 23 building permits, which included 1 Commercial Demolition, 1 Handicap Accessibility, 1 Hood and Duct, 1 Miscellaneous Electrical, 2 Miscellaneous Mechanical, 8 Miscellaneous Plumbing, 2 Patio, 1 Residential Addition, 1 Residential Remodel, 2 Swimming Pools, 1 Vanilla Shell in Spreckels Park and 2 Commercial Remodels. JoAnn’s Fabrics in Stadium Center is working on opening within the former Circuit City location, and WalMart is conducting a major interior remodel. A total of 8 new project applications were submitted for plan check services, which included 2 Fire Alarms, 1 Garage Conversion to a Sales Office, 1 Pool Master, 1 Patio, 1 Residential Fire Repair, 1 Residential Remodel and 1 Swimming Pool.
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