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12/22/2010
 

City Hall Holiday Information

City Hall will be closed Friday, December 24 through Friday, December 31 for the holiday season.  The City will reopen on Monday, January 3.  Please see "In Case of Emergency" after hours information here... 

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12/22/2010
 

The City of Victorville Road Closure Update 12/23/10

Please see attached updated road closure report here... 

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12/20/2010
 


Victorville Residents can now put natural, un-flocked trees out for curbside collection.


Get the details here… 

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12/9/2010
 

Meet the new City of Victorville Council Members


Meet the new City of Victorville Council Members

For more information click here... 

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12/6/2010
 

The City of Victorville, Animal Care and Control is sponsoring a food drive. The food will be dropped off to High Desert Homeless Services in late December.

You can help this Holiday Season by donating canned food and non-perishable items as listed here...   

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12/1/2010
 

Come one - come all, to tonight's tree lighting ceremony at Victorville City Hall. 

 Get more details here….   

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11/30/2010
 

The Victorville City Library presents, "A Christmas Carol"

Broadway and film veteran Duffy Hudson brings Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" to life at the Victorville City Library. Get the details about this FREE event here….   

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11/30/2010
 

Free Foreclosure Prevention Community Workshop

Friday, December 3, 2010
Saturday, December 4, 2010
Victorville City Hall – Council Chambers
14343 Civic Drive
Victorville, CA 92392 

For more information or to RSVP call 1-800-321-0911 x125
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10/26/2010
 


Calling Housing Contractors

The City is seeking qualified companies to participate in the City of Victorville's Housing Program.  Learn more here....

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10/11/2010
 

Sign-Up for Community
Clean-up Day

Join hundreds of volunteers on October 23rd as they work together to clean up our community.
Get details here.  
   

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9/28/2010
 

Burrtec adds six CNG Trucks at no additional cost to Victorville Residents

Burrtec Waste Industries recently converted several collection vehicles from diesel
powered trucks to trucks powered with CNG. Read about it here.


9/28/2010
 
City Donates Equipment to VVCC
Old fire equipment gets new life. Get details here.      
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9/23/2010
 
Animal license clinic set for October 9th

If you are in need of licensing your dog join us at the low-cost animal license clinic on October 9th. Get details here.     
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9/2/2010
 
Help Rebuild Avalon Park with KaBOOM

 Join the City of Victorville along with the B.E.A.R.S; Motts, a division of Dr Pepper Snapple Group; and Kaboom on October 8th to build a new playground at Avalon Park.   KaBOOM! is a national non-profit organization that envisions a great place to play within walking distance of every child in America. Check it out here      
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7/27/2010
 

City Council and Employee Salaries posted

The City of Victorville has posted the Table of Organization for fiscal year 2009-2010.
You may view the document here 

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7/26/2010
 


Shred-Fest is back!  Save the date. 

Saturday, August 7, 2010, Shred-Fest is back!,  Read More 

 New & Improved High Desert Recycling Guides Are Now Available

7/20/2010
 
It's Time to Shine

Beginning today, the City of Victorville will publish Bright Light News - a weekly newsletter that highlights good news in our community . Read the first edition...     
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7/1/2010
 
Some red light cameras coming down

Work is underway to remove some red light cameras. Find out the six locations here    
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6/29/2010
 
U.S. Citizenship Development Classes

The High Desert Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is now taking registration for U.S. Citizenship Development classes. Read More...     
 

6/28/2010
 


Starstruck Spectacular 2010
This is free event is sure to be the best in the High Desert!  Doors open at 4 at the San Bernardino County Fairgrounds and concludes with a gigantic fireworks Starstruck Spectacular!   Read More... 

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6/16/2010
 


Victorville Approves plan for bike lanes and walking paths

The Victorville City Council unanimously approved a non-motorized transporation program that includes plans for bike lanes and walking paths.  To find out more on this plan, click on the link to view the presentation.   Read more....

 

6/8/2010
 

SANBAG 2010 Annual Survey

The results of the 2010 Inland Empire Annual Survey for San Bernardino County were released at San Bernardino Associated Governments' (SANBAG) June 2, 2010, Board of Directors meeting.... Read more....

 

6/3/2010
 


Get rid of up to 9 tires for free

On Saturday, June 5, 2010 Victorville residents are invited to bring up to 9 tires to be hauled away for free.  Learn more here....

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6/3/2010
 
Congressman McKeon to host multi-location "America Speaking Out"  

Let your voice be heard.  Congressman McKeon will hold will hold a multi-location “America Speaking Out” as an effort to engage Americans and to give them a voice in creating a new agenda for Congress. Read More...     
 

5/17/2010
 

Victorville Settles GE Dispute through Mediation

In the latest move to restore the City's finances, the Victorville City Council approved a settlement agreement with GE averting a $106 million claim and a costly court battle.   Read more....

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5/5/2010
 

Local Vendors Sought for Assistance during Emergencies
The City of Victorville is establishing a list of local vendors interested in providing supplies to the City before, during and after an emergency.... Read More 

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4/29/2010
 

SCLA Aviation School Produces "Powerplant" Graduates

An exciting new career in the aviation industry awaits 48 graduates of the Southern California School of Aviation Technology who received "Powerplant" diplomas today from Victorville Mayor Rudy Cabriales and San Bernardino County officials during graduation ceremonies in Victorville.   Read more....

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4/27/2010
 


Happy MRF Day Event, Celebrating Earth Day in the High Desert, Shred-Fest and Free Mulch Giveaway

Saturday, May 1, 2010, 8 a.m. to 12 noon, All Purpose Document Destruction will have their shred truck on-site at the Victor Valley MRF Recycling Center, 1700 Abbey Lane in Victorville to shred documents for high desert residents for FREE.... Read More 

 

4/20/2010
 

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4/14/2010
 


Victorville Settles Lawsuit with CMB

Victorville City officials announced today that a settlement has been reached with CMB Export, LLC for a fraction of the original $33 million claim. CMB agreed to settle the claim for just $200,000.   Read more....

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3/22/2010
 
CALTRANS - Overhead Electrical Wire Maintenance across I-15

Southern California Edison (SCE) addresses the California Department of Transportation regarding the
overhead electrical wire maintenance being proposed on I-15. Read More...  
  
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3/18/2010
 
Presenting Victorville’s Bright Light Citizen of the Month Program

Do you know someone making a difference in Victorville? A volunteer who faithfully visits the elderly? Someone who rescues abandoned animals? A coach or counselor or a business person who donates their services or products to others in need? If so, they are a candidate for the Bright Lights Program.   Read More...   
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3/17/2010
 

Donated Vehicle Ready To Hit The Streets As New Citizen Patrol Vehicle

In July 2009, beloved Doris Davies passed away after a series of injuries and suffering a stroke. Doris Davies was involved in almost anything that happened in Victorville from her B.E.A.R.S charitable organization that is located at the Doris Davies’ Park, coaching softball, the Sheriff’s Bicycle Give Away and she was an active member of the Victorville Police Station’s Citizen on Patrol (C.O.P.) Unit. Read more....
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3/10/2010
 
SANBAG Street Smart

The City is pleased to partner with  SANBAG in providing the latest  information about projects and infrastructure improvements for San Bernardino County. Learn more and read the monthly edition...    
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3/3/2010
 

SANBAG Board Approves Additional Funding for La Mesa/Nisqualli Interchange

The San Bernardino Association of Governments (SANBAG) Board of Directors earmarked another $7.5 million toward the La Mesa/Nisqualli Interchange and approved actions that will ultimately fund half of the $63 million project..   Read more....

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2/25/2010
 
Signal Light at Fish Hatchery Road Ready for Construction

Following years of planning and recent financial support from other local agencies, the Victorville City Council is poised to approve a contract to begin the construction of the needed signal light at Fish Hatchery and Bear Valley roads.  The signal light will help to move traffic more safely and efficiently to and from the college. Read More...  

2/17/2010
 


Want to get Sparky licensed for FREE?

Victorville residents are encouraged to license their dog(s) for FREE, one last time, on Saturday, February 27, 2010, at PETCO located at 17150 Bear Valley Road in Victorville from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.   Read more....

 

2/10/2010
 

Victorville's New Bright Lights Program The City’s new Bright Lights program focuses on the people who make our community great!  It’s time to showcase the amazing local businesses and citizens who truly make a difference in our community! Find out how you can help make 2010 a bright year in Victorvill


2/3/2010
 

State of the City 2009 - Mayor Cabriales Recounts the Challenges and Bright Lights of 2009

Today Mayor Rudy Cabriales gave his second State of the City address before a packed house at the Victorville Chamber of Commerce Meeting at the Hilton Garden Inn. The crowd of 300 business leaders and community members listened as Cabriales recounted the challenges of 2009. Read more....
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2/3/2010
 

California Recovery Task Force Awards $837,500 to Victor Valley Community College for Mechanics Training Program

Victor Valley College program will train technicians for hybrid vehicles, diesel trucks and aircraft in partnership with the Southern California Logistics Airport School of Aviation Technology. Read more....
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1/27/2010
 


Shred Fest 2010 and Free Mulch Giveaway

Saturday, February 6, 2010, 8 a.m. to 12 noon, All Purpose Document Destruction will have their shred truck on-site at the Victor Valley MRF Recycling Center, 1700 Abbey Lane in Victorville to shred documents for high desert residents for FREE.... Read More 

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1/21/2010
 


Storm Related Road Closures

Victorville Fire Chief Sid Hultquist has issued a warning to Victorville residents to avoid traveling in and around Victorville... Read More 

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1/14/2010
 


Community Planning Meetings for Proposed Recreation Park

Development of a 64 acre site, located south of Yates Rd. and west of Arrowhead Dr.  The City of Victorville is currently applying for a statewide grant ot fund the initial stages of this project.   Read more....