City Briefs
Upcoming Events | Public Access Computers | Household Ideas for Curbing Pollution
Job Opportunities | Monterey Sports Center
Teen Volunteer a City “Hero”
When it comes to volunteerism – Elisabeth Pinkerton talks
the talk and walks the walk.
Who: A high school senior, Elisabeth Pinkerton has been a City volunteer for the
last two years. As a volunteer, she assisted staff and worked with children attending the
summer playground program at Hilltop Park Center. Most recently Elisabeth designed a craft
project for children to work on at Kid’s Fest, a special event for children and
families. The experience she gained in volunteering led her to a paid position this past
summer as a Recreation Leader.
Why volunteer: Her love of working with young children attracted her to the
City’s Volunteen program, where teens assist City staff during the summer.
On volunteering: “I’ve been volunteering since the end of sixth grade.
Sometimes it’s tiring, and I think I could be doing something else, but then I see it
through and feel terrific.
“Volunteering is really rewarding. I’m a better person for it and besides,
it’s fun!”
To volunteer or get more info about volunteer opportunities at the City, call the
City’s Volunteer Program at 646.3719 (dillemut@ci.monterey.ca.us).
Upcoming Events...
At the Library…
- Jan. 11, 10 a.m. – Babies and Play, a Born to
Read Program.
For Parents, expectant parents, babies and their siblings ages 2-5.
- Jan. 17, 7 p.m. – High School Poetry Circle,
hosted by Poet Patrice Vecchione.
For more info on the above events, call 646.3949.
Jan. 26, 3 p.m. – Puppet Show, for kids of all ages (Puppet Art Theater
Company pictured). For more info, call Youth Services at 646-3934. Visit the Library
online at
www.monterey.org/library.
Around town…
- Tuesdays, 4 p.m. in December –
Old Monterey Market Place, downtown Monterey.
- Dec. 15 and 22 – Free wagon rides pulled by
Clydesdale horses, all ages, downtown Monterey.
- Dec. 7-30 – Artists’ Miniatures 2001 exhibit,
at the Monterey Museum of Art, 559 Pacific Street.
Recreation activities…
- Dec. 24-28 – Sports Camp, ages third to sixth
grade,
held at the Monterey Sports Center.
- Dec. 28 – Float Night, for kids of all ages,
held at the Monterey Sports Center.
- Dec. 31-Jan. 4 – Cheerleading Camp, ages third
to sixth grade,
held at the Monterey Sports Center.
- Dec. 31-Jan. 4 – Sports Camp, ages third to
sixth grade,
held at the Monterey Sports Center.
- Dec. 31-Jan. 4 – Winter Holiday Program, ages
5-12 years,
held at Casanova Oak Knoll Park and Hilltop Park centers.
For more info call, 646.3866 or visit www.monterey.org/rec.
Public Access
Computers
People of all ages can explore the World Wide Web and the Library catalog from 14 public
workstations in the Monterey Public Library. Teens can take advantage of free workstations
at the City’s Community Centers for homework and learning fun. Public access
computers are coming to the Monterey Senior Center as well.
Household
Ideas for Curbing Pollution
Landscaping and gardening activities can be major contributors to ocean pollution.
Soils, yard wastes and garden chemicals become part of the urban runoff mix that winds its
way through streets, gutters and storm drains before entering the ocean.
Learn what you can do to make a difference:
Landscaping Tips
- Protect stockpiles and
materials from wind and rain
by storing them under tarps
or secured plastic sheeting.
- Schedule grading and excavation projects during dry weather.
- Prevent erosion by planting fast-growing annual and
perennial grasses to shield
and bind the soil.
Garden & Lawn Maintenance
- Do not over-water. Conserve water by using properly
functioning drip irrigation, soaker hoses or micro-spray systems.
- Place clippings and pruning waste in approved containers for
pick up.
- Do not blow or rake leaves into the street, gutter or storm
drains. These yard wastes carry chemicals into the ocean and clog storm drains, which can
lead to street flooding.
- Do not over-fertilize and do not fertilize near ditches,
streams or other bodies of water.
- Use organic or non-toxicfertilizers.
- Store pesticides, fertilizers and other chemicals in a
covered area to prevent runoff.
- Avoid pesticide and herbicide use as much as possible.
For more info, call the City’s Public Works Department at 646.3920 or visit
www.monterey.org/publicworks.
Job Opportunities Available at City
Interested in working for the City of Monterey? Here’s some information
you’ll need to know.
- Pick up our brochure "How to Get a Job with the City of
Monterey."
- Review current openings. Check out the employment board in
the Personnel Office (399 Madison Street); call our job hotline at 646.3751; or visit our jobs Web page.
- If the position you are interested in is not currently open,
fill out an Interest Card at the Personnel Office. Applications are available in the
Personnel Office or on our Web site and are only accepted for current openings.
Jobs for teens and volunteer positions are also available.
Visit our Web page.
Under Construction
The Monterey Sports Center is open during the expansion. While the
on-site parking lot is closed, the East Custom House Garage located across the street (on
Franklin and Washington streets) offers unlimited customer parking for $1. In addition,
several disabled-parking spaces are available on Franklin Street. For updates, visit www.monterey.org/sportscenter/
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