California Comprehensive Annual Financial Report - City of Temecula
California Comprehensive Annual Financial Report - City of Temecula
California Comprehensive Annual Financial Report - City of Temecula
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<strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Temecula</strong><br />
Letter <strong>of</strong> Transmittal - continued<br />
CAFR Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2009<br />
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submitted a Sphere and Influence Expansion and Annexation Application to the Local<br />
Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO). Additionally, it prepared the <strong>City</strong>’s first<br />
Heritage Tree and Small Wind Energy Conservation Ordinances, and began<br />
development <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Temecula</strong> Sustainability Plan, the Green House Emissions<br />
Inventory and Climate Action Plan, <strong>Temecula</strong> Energy Efficiency Improvement Program,<br />
and the Sustainable Communities Strategy.<br />
The Building and Safety Division automated its inspection processing through the use <strong>of</strong><br />
Accela Wireless technology, in addition to the automation for the processing <strong>of</strong><br />
Certificates <strong>of</strong> Occupancy. This technology also connected the combined resources <strong>of</strong><br />
the building inspectors and code enforcement <strong>of</strong>ficers in performing 18,912 building<br />
inspections.<br />
The Code Enforcement Division continued the enforcement <strong>of</strong> <strong>City</strong> Land Use Guidelines<br />
and <strong>City</strong> Municipal Codes, as well as the abatement <strong>of</strong> nuisances, which includes weed<br />
and abandoned vehicles. The Division implemented Accela Wireless systems for report<br />
monitoring and managing the investigation process for all Code Enforcement Officers<br />
and Park Rangers. It also improved enforcement <strong>of</strong> case documentation and record<br />
keeping practices for foreclosed properties in correlation with the Geographic<br />
Information System (GIS).<br />
Fire Services<br />
The <strong>Temecula</strong> Fire Department has continued to respond to all types <strong>of</strong> fires, medical<br />
emergencies, vehicle collisions, hazardous materials spills, and public assists within the<br />
<strong>City</strong>. The Department is dedicated to protect life, property, and the environment<br />
throughout the <strong>City</strong>. This is accomplished through a comprehensive emergency service<br />
response program utilizing a highly trained work force, progressive technology, and<br />
modern equipment. Fire prevention education also remains a priority, and Fire<br />
personnel attend numerous public safety fairs and community events to educate and<br />
promote fire safety. Fire protection planning staff performed plan checks and<br />
inspections on the many new development projects occurring within the <strong>City</strong> and have<br />
continued development <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Annual</strong> Fire Life Safety Program.<br />
Police Services<br />
The <strong>Temecula</strong> Police Department continued to respond effectively to the law<br />
enforcement and public safety demands <strong>of</strong> this growing <strong>City</strong>. Police maintained a<br />
strong presence in the community with a ratio <strong>of</strong> one <strong>of</strong>ficer for every 910 residents.<br />
The Department continues to be involved in many community special events and<br />
educational programs directed at crime prevention and community outreach. The<br />
Police Activities League (P.A.L.) continues to join together <strong>of</strong>ficers and <strong>Temecula</strong> youth<br />
(ages 7-17). The goal is to provide a variety <strong>of</strong> activities to keep the kids <strong>of</strong>f the streets<br />
and to teach respect for law enforcement. The Department was awarded $98,000 in<br />
grants from the <strong>California</strong> Office <strong>of</strong> Traffic Safety and Department <strong>of</strong> Alcoholic Beverage<br />
Control to increase enforcement <strong>of</strong> DUI and underage drinking violations.<br />
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