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City Of La Mesa

8130 Allison Avenue
619-463-6611

About La Mesa

The City Of La Mesa founded 1869. It is Incorporated 1912. City Government: La Mesa is a "general law" city which derives its power from State law and uses the State Governmental Code to enumerate the City's powers and form of government. In this case, La Mesa employs a "Council-Manager" form of government. In this arrangement, the council is responsible for determining policy, and the City Manager ensures that such policy is implemented.

Recent News

City Of La Mesa News And Announcements Community Police Oversight Board Recruiment

Make a difference in your community! Apply to be part of the Community Police Oversight Board (CPOB). The CPOB provides recommendations on La Mesa Police Department procedures and policies and on matters of public safety within the City.…

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City Of La Mesa News And Announcements : Sandbags Available While Supplies

Residents are responsible for filling their own bags. Sandbags will be available Monday through Thursday, 6:00am-3:30pm and alternate Fridays from 6:00am-2:30pm. Proof of residency is required. Bags and sand are available while supplies last.

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City Of La Mesa News - Time Capsule Reveal

Time Capsule Reveal Join us to experience a blast from the past! A time capsule buried on August, 18 1992 will be opened by the Youth Advisory Commission on Monday, February 13, 2023, at 4:30 PM at La Mesa City Hall. A new time capsule will be…

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City Of La Mesa News - Contactless Payments for Smart Meters

Contactless Payments for Smart Meters Contactless card payments for smart meters in the Downtown Village will be unavailable through April as a firmware update is put in place. The meters will currently accept card payments via the "swipe" method…

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City Of La Mesa News And Announcements LEAP 2023

Are you interested in starting a business in La Mesa? Check out the LEAP Program. It offers grants of up to $20,000.00 for businesses wiling Click Here To View About The Announcements LEAP…

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Volunteer Needed: Sign Up for the 2023 WeAllCount

Purpose The purpose of #WeAllCount is to collect data on the needs of people experiencing homelessness in our community. The count also provides an excellent opportunity to increase awareness of homelessness and to spark action. A successful and…

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City Of La Mesa News News And Announcements 2023 Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Observed

City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 16, 2023. In 1963, Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. stood on the National Mall and shared a dream with hundreds of thousands of demonstrators who had gathered to march for freedom, justice, and…

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City Of La Mesa News - Christmas Tree Recycling

Let EDCO recycle your tree for you! Follow the simple steps above. EDCO will empty your green bin on your normal service day saving you the hassle of disposing of it on your own. Click Here for more…

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La Mesa Park And Recreation Foundation Annual Support Campaign '22

Annual Support Campaign Parks Make Life Better Thank you for supporting the La Mesa Park & Recreation Foundation (LMPRF), which funds free events and activities in La Mesa's parks. We look forward to 2023 and the positive impact the LMPRF…

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City Of La Mesa News And Announcements : Draft Waite Park Master Plan

The draft park master plan was presented to the Community Services Commission on December 14, 2022. The draft document is available for review HERE. Comments can be submitted by email December 16, 2022 - January 8, 2023 to…

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City Of La Mesa New News And Announcements Community Police Oversight Board Recruiment

Ordinance No. 2020-2881 Bylaws Procedures Commendations The La Mesa Police Department would like to know how well we are serving our community. If you have had exceptional service from one of our officers or employees, we would appreciate your…

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