12/30/2008
CITY ANNOUNCES UPDATE ON I-5 FREEWAY CLOSURES
Southbound Off-ramp and Northbound On-Ramp Remain Closed Due to Weather
12/22/2008
CITY HOSTS 3RD ANNUAL POLAR BEAR PLUNGE
Residents Invited to Welcome 2009 with a Splash
SANTA CLARITA RESIDENTS PARTICIPATE IN EXTREME TREE PLANTINGS
Local Communities Embrace Neighborhood Beautification Project
12/17/2008
Tis The Season To Be Trolley
Free Holiday Rides Aboard the Holly Jolly Holiday Trolley
CITY WARMS UP TO CELEBRATE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SPORTS COMPLEX
12/16/2008
CITY’S S.C.O.R.E. PROGRAM PROVIDES YOUTH WITH
Recreational Program Supported by Community Donations
CITY OFFERS EXCURSION TO SKATELAB
Trips to Simi Valley Skate Park Accommodate Local Skaters
12/9/2008
UPDATED: I-5 Ramps Closure at Magic Moutain Parkway!
Month-Long Closure Part of Intersection and Freeway Ramps Expansion Project
12/5/2008
CITY “HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE ICE TOUR” EVENT
Family Friendly Event Set for Late December
CONSOLIDATED PLAN MEETING PROGRAM
City Seeks Residents Input in Preparation of 5 Year Plan
12/4/2008
AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA ANNOUNCES DETAILS OF 2009 ROUTE
Santa Clarita to Pasadena Stage Seven Includes Second Highest
11/26/2008
SANTA CLARITA RECREATION PROGRAM CAPTURES CHAMPIONSHIP TROPHY
CITY RESIDENTS BENEFIT FROM RECENT METROLINK UPGRADES
SANTA CLARITA’S CENTRAL PARK LIGHTS UP SCORE BOARD
11/25/2008
MCLEAN NAMED VICE CHAIR FOR ORANGELINE
Unanimous Vote to Appoint Councilmember McLean as Vice Chair
11/19/2008
CITY TO HOST KIDS NIGHT OUT
11/18/2008
SANTA CLARITA NAMED LOS ANGELES COUNTY’S MOST BUSINESS FRIENDLY CITY FOR 2008 BY LOS ANGELES ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
11/17/2008
OLD TOWN NEWHALL’S WEEKEND OF WONDERLAND FUN
Festivities Await You Friday December 5th and Saturday December 6th
11/14/2008
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA LAUNCHES ONLINE RETAIL STORE
Santa Clarita Branded Merchandise Now Available!
OCTOBER 2008 IS STRONG MONTH FOR FILMING IN SANTA CLARITA
City of Santa Clarita Film Office Sees Increases in Film Permits, Film Days, and Economic Impact for the Month
11/13/2008
AIR FORCE WEEK AND THE AIR FORCE FILM FESTIVAL TAKE PLACE IN SANTA CLARITA THIS WEEKEND
11/12/2008
DRAFT HOUSING ELEMENT COMES TO CITY PLANNING COMMISSION STUDY SESSION
11/10/2008
SPECIAL FROM THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA!
Skate Park Wake Planned for Park Closure!
11/7/2008
CITY PREPARES TO DROP, COVER AND HOLD
11/5/2008
CITY TAKES MOMENT OF SILENCE AT 2008 VETERANS DAY CEREMONY
10/31/2008
ONE VALLEY ONE VISION WORKSHOPS SLATED
CITY PARTICIPATES IN FREE DRIVE THRU FLU SHOT CLINIC
10/29/2008
CITY’S ECONOMIC DIVISION RECIEVES HONORABLE MENTION AWARDS AT INTERNATIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL CONFERENCE
CITY OFFERS AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE TO LOCAL YOUTH
10/22/2008
CANYON COUNTRY PARK NOW OPEN AFTER REMODELING
Changes Made in Compliance with American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards
CITY’S 9th ANNUAL HALLOWEEN FIESTA
10/20/2008
CITY TRANSIT LAUNCHES EMERGENCY TEXT SERVICE FOR COMMUTERS
U-Text Keeps Commuters Informed of Urgent Route Changes
CITY AMPS UP STREET SWEEPING SERVICES AS FALL LEAF SEASON ARRIVES
10/16/2008
CITY CELEBRATES THE FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE AQUATIC CENTER
What’s Happening with the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) in Santa Clarita?
ONE VALLEY ONE VISION STUDY SESSION MEETING SLATED
10/14/2008
CITY RECEIVES FULL FUNDING FOR SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROGRAM
10/13/2008
CITY AWARDED STATE GRANT FOR BICYCLE TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM
Revised - CITY TRAFFIC ALERT!
10/8/2008
SANTA CLARITA YOUTH SUMMIT PROVES SUCCESSFUL
The Summit Lesson of “Respecting Ourselves and Respecting Each Other” is Heard
OAKTOBER!
City to Celebrate Month of Oak Trees with Numerous Events
10/6/2008
SANTA CLARITA COUNCILMEMBER NAMED TO STATE BOARD
Marsha McLean Represents North L.A. County on League of California Cities Board
CITY CELEBRATES “A SEASON OF DIVERSITY”
SANTA CLARITA’S NEW PARKMOBILE RIDES INTO TOWN
CITY OFFERS EMERGENCY TEXT SERVE TO RESIDENTS
Santa Clarita Launches New e-Alert System
10/1/2008
SANTA CLARITA WINS 2008 CLEAN AIR AWARD
Santa Clarita Named a ‘Model Community’ by AQMD
9/29/2008
SANTA CLARITA EXCURSION TO REAGAN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY
Day Trip to Library Set for November 1st
9/26/2008
CITY COUNCIL TO HOLD SPECIAL MEETING REGARDING BENZ DIVERTER
9/25/2008
L.A. AND ORANGE COUNTIES FACE POSSIBLE UNITING
Orangeline Board of Directors Votes Unanimously
9/24/2008
CITY FOCUSES ON CREATING COMMUNITY FOR HEALTHY KIDS
Two Fall Events Scheduled to Provide Affordable Health Care to Local Youth
SANTA CLARITA’S STREET ART FESTIVAL PAINTS THE TOWN
Featured Artists Create Masterpieces Along City’s Main Street
9/22/2008
FALL TOWN HALL MEETING PROGRAM
Mayor Kellar to Host Town Hall Meetings in Four Communities of the City
TEEN SCENE TAKES A LOOK INSIDE THE TEEN BRAIN
9/19/2008
DOWNTOWN NEWHALL LIBRARY WORKSHOP MEANT TO REFINE PLANS
Second Workshop to Take Place at Hart Park
9/18/2008
SANTA CLARITA NAMED ONE OF L.A.’S TOP 5 MOST BUSINESS FRIENDLY CITIES FOR 2008
Los Angeles Economic Development Commission Recognizes City
9/10/2008
EXTREME NEIGHBORHOOD MAKEOVER BLOCK PARTY IN EAST NEWHALL!
City’s New Program Aimed at Improving Neighborhoods
9/5/2008
CITY AND VOLUNTEERS TEAM-UP TO CLEAN-UP SANTA CLARA RIVER
The 14th Annual River Rally Meant to Preserve Natural Estuary
9/3/2008
SANTA CLARITA HOME TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA’S BEST FALL EVENTS
Distinctive Regional Offerings Provide Countless Weekend Getaways
ANNUAL STATE OF THE CITY LUNCHEON SLATED
“Now Playing Your Requests” Theme of 2008 Event
8/29/2008
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA CONTINUES TO RANK AMONG TOP 25 RETAIL MARKETS IN CALIFORNIA
CITY TO HOST ENTERPRISE ZONE WORKSHOP
Business Professionals Invited to Attend Free Event
8/14/2008
CITY’S SAVE OUR YOUTH PROGRAM PRESENTS ANTI-GANG EVENTS
COMMUNITY INVITED TO DOWNTOWN NEWHALL LIBRARY WORKSHOP
First Workshop to be Held at Hart Park
8/8/2008
SANTA CLARITA LIFEGUARDS WIN CALIFORNIA SWIM COMPETITION
Third Consecutive Year of Wins for Santa Clarita Lifeguards
NOTICE OF STREET CLOSURE SET FOR END OF AUGUST
Ongoing Project to Affect Valencia Blvd. Traffic
8/7/2008
MAJOR CRIME DOWN OVER 16% IN SANTA CLARITA
First Six Months of 2008 Reveal Downward Trend for Part I Crimes
8/6/2008
CITY’S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MANAGER RECEIVES INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION
Jason Crawford Selected as New Economic Developer of the Year!
8/4/2008
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA TRANSIT BEGINS RIDE WITH NEW TRANSIT CONTRACTOR
Effective Today MV Transportation to Operate City Transit Services
7/31/2008
SANTA CLARITA FIGHTS CRIME WITH THE ‘NATIONAL NIGHT OUT’
SANTA CLARITA’S FIRST ‘SHRED DAY’ IS A SUCCESS
The Fifty-One Tons of Trash the Event Collected is Set to be Recycled
CITY PLANTS FIRST PHASE OF EXTREME NEIGHBORHOOD MAKEOVER
7/25/2008
CHILD CARE RESOURCE CENTER (CCRC), SANTA CLARITA MAYOR BOB KELLAR & ASSEMBLYMEMBER CAMERON SMYTH PROMOTE ‘MATTER OF MINUTES' INITIATIVE BY HIGHLIGHTING THE DANGERS OF NON-TRAFFIC-RELATED AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENTS
Local officials and VIPs take part in a powerful news conference to demonstrate how automobile-related accidents kill hundreds of children each year
7/24/2008
CITY TO HOST SUMMER FOOD DRIVE FOR SCV FOOD PANTRY
More SCV Families turning to SCV Food Pantry for help
7/23/2008
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA ANNOUNCED AS HOST CITY FOR EXPANDED 2009 AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA
World-Class Professional Cyclists Will Return to California in February to Compete Across 800 Miles of the State in Nine-Day Stage Race
7/21/2008
CITY TO EMBARK ON TREE REFORSTATION PROJECT
Trees Damaged by the Buckweed Fire to be Replaced
SANTA CLARITA’S PLANNING COMMISSION STUDY SESSION TO AIR ON CHANNEL 20
City Will Televise OVOV Discussions
7/18/2008
SANTA CLARITA’S NEWHALL COMMUNITY CENTER KARATE TEAM EARN WORLD CHAMPION TITLE
7/16/2008
THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA’S STREET SIGN GIVE-AWAY
Over 200 Old Street Signs to be Given Away to Local Non-Profits
7/10/2008
THIRD ONE VALLEY ONE VISION MEETING SLATED
7/9/2008
SANTA CLARITA FILM OFFICE SETS ALL-TIME RECORD FOR LOCATION FILMING PERMITS IN FISCAL YEAR 2007-2008
7/1/2008
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA CELEBRATES PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH
TWO DAY CRICKET CAMP LEAVES BENCH WARMING BEHIND!
6/26/2008
SANTA CLARITA ENTERPRISE ZONE HITS 1-YEAR MILESTONE
6/25/2008
CITY’S SISTER CITY GOLF TOURNAMENT TO RAISE FUNDS FOR THE PHILIPPINES
Proceeds to go toward Building Hospital for needed Healthcare
6/24/2008
THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA HONORED WITH PRESTIGIOUS 2008 LOS ANGELES ARCHITECTURAL AWARD
Project Team Recognized For World-Class Design and Enhancing the Urban Fabric of Los Angeles
6/23/2008
EXTREME NEIGHBORHOOD MAKEOVER COMES TO SANTA CLARITA!
City’s New Program Aimed at Improving Neighborhoods
6/18/2008
CITY PLANS TO SUBMIT GRANT PROPOSAL FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT
City Asks for Public Comments on Application
6/12/2008
CITY’S SECOND ONE VALLEY ONE VISION STUDY SESSION SCHEDULED
ONE OF A KIND SHOPPING EXPERIENCE AVAILABLE AT THE FINE CRAFT SHOW
Returning the Weekend of June 21st to Orchard Park
6/11/2008
SCHOOLS OUT FOR SUMMER, DO YOU HAVE YOUR PASSPORT?
City’s Transit Division Partners with Local Retailers for July Bus Pass Program
6/6/2008
WORLD RECORDS BROKEN AT THE SANTA CLARITA AQUATIC CENTER
6/5/2008
PLANET SOCCER DONATES TO SANTA CLARITA’S OWN NEWHALL COMMUNITY CENTER
CITY TO BREAK GROUND FOR $25 MILLION EXPANSION PROJECT
Sports Complex To Add a New and Larger Skatepark, Gymnasium
SANTA CLARITA HOSTS A WEEKEND OF FAMILY FUN AT LAKE CACHUMA
City’s 14th Annual Lake Cachuma Family Camp
6/4/2008
CITY OF VICTORVILLE UNANIMOUSLY SUPPORTS HR 5887
Councilmember Laurene Weste Presents Request for Support
5/28/2008
CITY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR COMMISSION AND PANEL SEATS
5/27/2008
CALL TO ARTISTS FOR THE CITY’S GOLDEN VALLEY BRIDGE ART PROJECT
SANTA CLARITA NAMED ONE OF THE TOP 100 BEST PLACES TO RAISE A FAMILY
5/23/2008
CITY’S SALES TAX NUMBERS DOWN SLIGHTLY FOR END OF 2007
5/21/2008
WIND IN THE CITY TODAY CAUSES HAVOC
5/20/2008
A NEW TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT FOR THE SANTA CLARITA VALLEY:
Plans Are Underway for Services Now and Well Into the Future!
5/19/2008
CITY TO HOST FREE LAMP EXCHANGE
Offered to Residents who own Hazardous Halogen Torchiere Floor Lamps
5/16/2008
THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA ANNOUNCES UPDATES TO THE EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM
5/13/2008
CENTRAL PARK ENTRANCES TO BE TEMPORARILY CLOSED
CITY TO HOST THE 5th ANNUAL BIKE TO WORK DAY CHALLENGE
Riding into Town on Thursday, May 15
5/9/2008
CITY’S EXECUTIVE TEAM KNOCKS OUT GRAFFITI!
5/8/2008
THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA’S TOURISM OFFICE RECEIVES HONOR AS BEST ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM IN THE STATE
APRIL 2008 IS BEST APRIL ON RECORD FOR CITY OF SANTA CLARITA FILM OFFICE
5/2/2008
SANTA CLARITA OFFERS A ONE DAY, LOW COST DOG VACCINATION CLINIC
5/1/2008
CITY TO HOST BUILDING SAFETY WEEK OPEN HOUSE
Residents and Construction Professionals Invited to Attend Open House
4/30/2008
VALENCIA AUTO CENTER REVS UP FOR TEST-DRIVE RALLY OFFERING LOCAL SCHOOLS THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS
4/25/2008
CITY TO HOST SECOND ANNUAL COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR
Free Informational Workshops and Health Screenings Available
4/22/2008
TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE FOR THREE COWBOY FESTIVAL EVENTS
Enjoy Santa Clarita’s Western Heritage at Walk of Western Stars, Silver Screen Cowboys and Art at Hart Events
THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA ENCOURAGES RESIDENTS TO KEEP SANTA CLARITA CLEAN!
4/21/2008
THE 2008 COWBOY FESTIVAL RIDES BACK INTO SANTA CLARITA FOR THE 15TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION
CITY TO HOST BUILDING SAFETY WEEK OPEN HOUSE
Residents and Construction Professionals Invited to Attend Open House Tuesday, May 6, 2008
4/18/2008
SANTA CLARITA PROMOTES GREENER LIVING ON EARTH DAY
DISASTER DOESN’T WAIT, PREPARE IN 2008!
BURRTEC TO WITHDRAW APPLICATION FOR MATERIALS RECOVERY FACILITY AT SIERRA HIGHWAY SITE
4/15/2008
ECLECTIC SOUNDS OF THE OL’ WEST FEATURED AT THE SANTA CLARITA COWBOY FESTIVAL
4/11/2008
CITY TO HOST THIRD ANNUAL “EVENING OF REMEMBRANCE”
Youth Remembered at the Youth Grove on Wednesday, April 16, 2008
SANTA CLARITA CITY COMMUNITY DRILL
Residents Encouraged to Participate in a City Wide “Drop, Cover and Hold” Drill
4/10/2008
CITY TO HOLD NATIONAL ANTHEM DODGER DAY AUDITIONS
SANTA CLARITA RANKS AS 11TH FASTEST GROWING RETAIL MARKET IN CALIFORNIA
4/9/2008
WALK OF WESTERN STARS TO HONOR THREE LEGENDS OF THE SILVER SCREEN!
Actor Bruce Boxleitner Slated to Present at City’s Annual Event at the Hyatt
4/8/2008
ONE VALLEY ONE VISION STUDY SESSION SLATED
4/4/2008
SANTA CLARITA COWBOY FESTIVAL OFFERS FLAVORS FROM THE OL’ WEST
4/3/2008
STUDENTS MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Rio Vista Clean-up a Success
CITY HOLDS VOLUNTEEN ROUND-UP
Local Students Asked to Volunteer for City’s Cowboy Festival
4/2/2008
ARBOR DAY 2008 CELEBRATION
City of Santa Clarita to Receive Tree City USA and Growth USA Awards
4/1/2008
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA AWARDED $435,000 FOR SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL GRANT PROGRAM
City is Awarded Grant for Second Straight Year
CITY’S AQUATIC CENTER INVITES COMMUNITY MEMBERS TO PARTICIPATE IN UNDERWATER HOCKEY
3/26/2008
CITY AND RIO VISTA STUDENTS TEAM UP TO CLEAN UP
3/19/2008
SANTA CLARITA CITY COUNCIL APPLAUDS LOS ANGELES CITY COUNCIL’S VOTE AGAINST LAS LOMAS
3/17/2008
CITY OFFERING A TRIP TO THE THEATER
Tickets to see Mamma Mia now on Sale
3/14/2008
CALIFORNIA PARK AND RECREATION SOCIETY HONORS THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA WITH THREE AWARDS
Santa Clarita Wins Top Prize of Creating Community Award of Distinction
CAMP CLARITA OFFERS SUMMER FUN TO YOUTH
Camp Clarita Registration begins March 20
3/10/2008
CITY/DEVELOPERS TO HOST OPEN SPACE DEDICATION
Golden Valley Ranch is Largest Open Space Acquisition in City’s History!
NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE
Golden Valley Bridge to be Temporarily Closed to Through Traffic For Filming
CITY INFO AND REQUESTS NOW ONLINE VIA e-SERVICE!
Santa Clarita’s eService Online Request System Offers 24-Hour Customer Service
3/7/2008
NOTICE OF WEEKEND ROAD CLOSURE
I-5 Southbound Offramp Closure
OLD TOWN NEWHALL DRAWS FOUR NEW BUSINESSES
Four New Businesses Join the Mix in Old Town Newhall
3/6/2008
CITY RECOGNIZES MARCH AS TRAFFIC SAFETY AWARENESS MONTH
3/3/2008
CITY TO HOST COMMUNITY MEETING FOR MAIN STREET IMPROVEMENTS
Public to Comment on Streetscape and Landscape Conceptual Designs
2/29/2008
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA LAUNCHES SCHOOL WATCH PROGRAM
“If You See Something, Say Something”
SANTA CLARITA REACHES STATE-MANDATED RECYCLING GOALS!
Preliminary Waste Diversion Numbers Released by State
2/27/2008
LOS ANGELES COUNTY RESIDENTS ELIGIBLE FOR TAX RELIEF
Wildfires Yield Retroactive Tax Relief and Extend Resident’s Filing Deadlines
COMMUNITY MEETING SET TO DISCUSS NEW DOWNTOWN NEWHALL LIBRARY
2/25/2008
CITY SALES TAX REPORT FOR THIRD QUARTER 2007
Santa Clarita Sees Gains in Restaurants, Discount Stores, and Office Equipment
NEWHALL COMMUNITY CENTER CELEBRATES 2007 BOY OF THE YEAR
CITY AQUATICS CENTER JUNIOR OLYMPICS FEATURED SWIMMER
2/22/2008
LOCAL OFFICIALS TO PARTICIPATE IN READ ACROSS AMERICA
Tesoro del Valle Elementary Celebrates Dr. Seuss’s Birthday
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA NOW ACCEPTING ADDITIONAL NAMES FOR THE YOUTH GROVE
2/20/2008
LOCAL TRAFFIC IMPACTS FEBRUARY 23 & 24 AS AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA ROLLS INTO SANTA CLARITA
Santa Clarita Residents and Businesses Urged To Plan Ahead to Avoid Traffic Impacts
2/8/2008
STREET SALES HURT LOCAL BUSINESSES
Illegal Street Vending to be Targeted for Valentine’s Day
2/6/2008
OVER 5,000 SCHOOL CHILDREN PARTICIPATING IN AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
Santa Clarita Children to Compete in Amgen Tour of California Themed Contests
2/5/2008
CENTER KARATE KIDS PREVAIL
Newhall Community Center’s Karate Team Come out on Top at National Tournament
2/4/2008
AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA EXCURSION
2/1/2008
GIN BLOSSOMS TO HEADLINE SANTA CLARITA “ROCK THE BIKE” CYCLING EXPO AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
Saturday Night Street Party Anchors Full Weekend of Events in Santa Clarita Surrounding the Amgen Tour of California Professional Bicycle Race
LOJACK DONATES POLICE TRACKING COMPUTERS
Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff Station Doubles Its Ability to Find Stolen Vehicles
1/31/2008
“HIT THE TRAIL” COMMUNITY BIKE RIDE/RALLY SATURDAY SLATED FOR FEBRUARY 2ND
Community Rally at Bridgeport Park to Feature Free Food, Giveaways and fun
1/25/2008
“HIT THE TRAIL” COMMUNITY BIKE RIDE/RALLY SET TO KICK OFF COUNTDOWN TO AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA
Mayor Kellar to Lead Ride Along City Bike Trail System
Calling All Volunteers
City to Host Volunteer Meeting for the 2008 Amgen Tour of California on Monday, January 28
1/22/2008
Enterprise Zone Banners Hit the Streets
Lobbyist Registration Now Open
1/18/2008
Public Works Announcement
Motorists Traveling along The Old Road and Magic Mountain Parkway should Expect Traffic Delays
1/17/2008
Teams Announced for 2008 Amgen Tour of California Professional Road Cycling Race
Most Diverse, Accomplished Field Ever Assembled for a Race on U.S. Soil to Compete in February 17-24 Stage Race
1/11/2008
Kool & The Gang Live In Concert at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center.
Celebrate Good Times with Legendary R&B Super Group
1/10/2008
City to Visit J. Paul Getty Center
Community Encouraged to Sign up for Getty Excursion on Saturday, February 2, 2008,
City's Newhall Metrolink Station Selected as Metro Survey Site
Survey to Identify Bicycle and Pedestrian Access Needs
1/9/2008
Council Member Marsha McLean Appointed to County Library Commission
15th Annual Cowboy Festival Rides Back Into Town
1/4/2008
City Parks Commission Meetings to be Televised
1/2/2008
Get Ready for the Rain!
Sand and bags available at Fire Station 73 on San Fernando Road
