Coastal News

The following was written by Michael Letang a student at SFSU who is also currently living in Oakland. PCT holds such an importance for Michael to gain experience and knowledge that he makes a long commute 2 times a week while being remote the other days! 

If it had been for Pacific Coast TV taking a chance on me I would still be stuck in a warehouse that neighbors a junkyard. So becoming a member of Pacific Coast TV has been everything I had hoped it would be. As a new intern at Pacific Coast TV, I have been warmly welcomed as a member of the coast side community. Pacific Coast TV has offered me the opportunity to put into the world what I want to see in it. By supporting Pacific Coast TV, you are also supporting your local coastside community. Pacific Co

ast TV supports local businesses and non-profits by filming community events and offering advertising on our channel and website to their direct audience.

Funding for Pacific Coast TV is not ‘non-essential’. Because if you took away PEG stations, like Pacific Coast TV, you would be taking away people’s freedom of speech as well. Pacific Coast TV is not the only PEG station, it is however a historical one. At a PEG station in Kauai, they feature cooking shows, important hearings and information for people, 

and it is all produced by people in the local community. 

If you take away PEG stations, like Pacific Coast TV,  you take away workshops that train people in real-life production skills that without it would not be able to get a job and provide. You would be taking away Pacific Coast TV Programs like The Bruce Latimer Show and Spotlight, made by people and business owners in your community who you may even know personally. You would be taking the opportunity away from the community to volunteer at events like Pelican Fest, Fog Fest and Pumpkin Fest, events that build stronger relationships within the community. I am convinced that taking away Pacific Coast TV is really taking something significant away from not only the community but from you and I as well. 

Sincerely,

Michael Letang

BE THERE Saturday, March 24th from 2pm - 5pm for the PCT Open House to show the importance of PCT! Click HERE for more information! 

After a long winter break, Coastside Farmers Market is now back to stay until the end of the year!

This market is a farmer-directed Certified Market designed to link Coastside residents with their neighbors — the Coastside farmers, ranchers, fishermen, and culinary artisans that produce some of the most beautiful, nutritious, and creative food in the world.

Be sure to grab your fresh and local produce from these two locations:

Pacifica: 499-419 Old County Rd, Pacifica, CA 94044 (Every Wed 2-6 PM)

This location offers EBT match, so come on down to support your local farmers and save money too!

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION! 

On the second Saturday of every month, the Habitat Heroes team will work together to remove invasive weeds from our coastal lands. Make a difference in stewarding our open space land. If you're interested in getting involved, please reach out to info@coastsidelandtrust.org for more details.

Be there to be a part of the change and help keep our Earth safe and clean! Don't miss your chance to help our beloved planet on May 10th from 9am - 12pm! 

Meet at the top of the stairs on Esplanade Avenue next to Oceanaire Apartments (100 Esplanade Ave, Pacifica, CA).

Click HERE for more information! 

Cleanup Areas: We’ll focus on the bluffs, the Coastal Trail parklet to the south,  and the nearby streets, where lots of litter and debris collect before the wind blows it into the ocean. Our goal is to pick it up before that happens! When the trail down to the beach is accessible, we will cover as much of the beach as the tides allow.

Supplies: Volunteers are encouraged to bring their buckets and reusable gloves. Extra gloves and buckets for this site cleanup will be provided while supplies last. Because we are never sure of the weather,  bring extra layers, a hat, sunblock, water, and snacks.

Litter:  Bottles, cans, wrappers, packing straps, cigarette butts, and plenty of debris can be found on Manor and Esplanade Streets above the bluff as well as on the bluff.  Esplanade Beach, when accessible, receives a lot of styrofoam and plastic (huge chunks to micro size) from the ocean. Improperly disposed litter includes bottles, candy wrappers, and dog waste bags.

Be there EVERY 3rd Saturday of the month! 

Join PCT on Channel 26 and 27 for the Town Hall Meeting: Age-Friendly Initiative! Be sure to gather your elder loved ones or prepare for your future anytime!

Roy Earnest is a long-time gerontological social worker and program administrator who has worked in a wide variety of community-based nonprofit senior services that were designed to help older adults remain in their homes.

Earnest discussed: 

• What the age-friendly initiative is
• Why did the WHO (World Health Organization) become interested in age-friendly communities?
•  What are the top 4 livability challenges that older adults face on the Coastside? 
• What does the Coastside Age-Friendly Initiative hope to accomplish within the next 5 years? 
• An age-friendly initiative is a movement aimed at making our community more inclusive, accessible, and supportive for older adults.

Do NOT miss the PCT Town Hall Meeting: Age-Friendly Initiative on Channel 26 & 27 or worldwide @ www.PacificCoast.tv! 

CLICK HERE TO WATCH!!

SUPPORT COMMUNITY MEDIA!!

WHAT:

OFIRST TIME in 15 years by the California Public Utilities Commission (which regulates cable)  is listening to the COMPLAINTS of CABLE CUSTOMERS. Many of YOU CALLED IN by phone to give your FEEDBACK!

NOW: 

Now we're asking our community to write to the commission to demand that the Nation's oldest Community Media Center be seen on the HD spectrum of cable!

WHY:

Currently, your Community Media TV (AKA P.E.G. TV channel) is NOT being seen on the HD tier of Cable! Even worse, Cable companies like COMCAST and AT&T make it HARD to even FIND the P.E.G. channels. (P.E.G. stands for Public, Education, and Government TV).

WHAT TO SAY:

All you have to do is write a short NOTE to the P.U.C. and say the following:

• PEG channels MUST be supported financially. Every Cable Company is charged PEG fees for the purpose of supporting PEG channel activity. It is VITAL that these funds are used for the purpose they were intended, to support PEG channel activities. They must go to these uses and not be redirected by Cable companies, cities, or any other entities. 
• My local Community Channel is Pacific Coast TV (PCT)  is currently being displayed on cable via outdated quality, even though PCT delivers our programming in high definition resolution.
• This makes it HARD to find my local TV channel because both our local providers (ATT and Comcast) effectively hide our local channel from view.
• When I can find the channel, the image is COMPLETELY SUBSTANDARD.
• According to state law, community PEG channels are required to be delivered to subscribers in the same format as every other station. A Cable company should not downgrade the channel signal quality of community channels.

HOW TO WRITE IN:

NOTE:

• PEG channels like PCT play a crucial role in government transparency efforts by covering local government meetings and proceedings. They are vital sources of local news and civic engagement and played a critical role in the COVID pandemic by delivering hyper-local government, public health, public safety and educational information.
• The deliberately substandard treatment of PEG channels represents serious harm to California customers. The Commission should address it as part of the customer service requirements it adopts. 

THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT of PCT, YOUR COMMUNITY MEDIA VOICE!

       Pacifica Mayor Sue Vaterlaus talks with "Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse" (CORA) CEO Karen Ferguson about the importance of providing safety, support, and healing specifically for individuals who experience abuse in a relationship and how educating the community breaks the cycle of continuous domestic violence. 

       CORA values honesty and accountability. They offer 24-hour immediate support, safe housing for those in need, mental health services, LGBTQ+ support, legal services, and prevention education. 

       Don't miss our amazing Mayor discussing important issues with Ms. Karen Ferguson this Friday, August 9th at 8:30pm! 

Join us for the Sundance favorite "DAUGHTERS," a moving documentary by Natalie Rae and Angela Patton.

Details:

• Date: July 13th
• Time: 6:30 PM
• Location: Coastal Repertory Theatre, Half Moon Bay, CA
• Tickets: $20

Why Attend?

• Experience a touching story of love and resilience.
• Support Girls For A Change.
• Enjoy a panel discussion with the filmmakers.

Drop-In Tech Help’ supports the acquisition of digital literacy skills for those in need of in-person assistance. Attendees: You're invited to the Belmont Library to ask the tech questions you have. When you arrive you will be paired with a student volunteer to receive free technical assistance. Seniors, adults, families, and just about everyone can stand to benefit from learning to get more familiar with technology! Please be sure to bring your device, charging cable and any relevant passwords for your session.

Note: When attending this service, direct support from a library tech helper may not exceed 15 - 20 minutes due to the increased number of attendees we are seeing weekly. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes.

This event will run on Saturdays at the Belmont Library from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

This is a partnership service put on by The City of Belmont & San Mateo County Libraries.

The Coastside is filled with many individuals who dedicate their life in making a difference in Public, Education, and Government. Now's the time to recognize their hard work and nominate for them for 2024's PCT Honors!

What is PCT Honors?

Each year PCT celebrates the accomplishments of our esteemed honorees in service to our community. As the nation's longest-running Community TV station we are deeply gratified to provide this community "friend-raising" program.

Who can you nominate?

We are looking for those involved in:

1. Public Service (Non-profit leaders, volunteers, activists, etc)
2. Education (Teachers, administrators, and education professionals)
3. Government (Local government officials, employees, and representatives)

How to nominate?

Send an email to martin@pacificcoast.tv with the following information:

• The nominee's name and contact information
• A brief description of their contributions and why you think they deserve to be honored

After the nomination period, stay tuned for the announcement of the PCT Honors recipients and will be hosting an award ceremony later this year. 

Join CuriOdyssey on Sunday's for Sensory Sunday! Inviting all ages for those who are neurodivergent, have sensory access needs, and/or have a difficult time in large groups or museum settings.

Visitors, caregivers, family members, and aides can join us for an afternoon of:

• Exploring the exhibit galleries, zoo, and playground
• Guided science activities and Animal Encounters 
• Varied sensory experiences with keyed map
• Sensory support kits available for use
• Designated break spaces with fidget toys, dimmed lights, and sitting areas. 
• FREE ADMISSION!

Don't miss this opportunity! Click HERE to join the list! 

       Come join one of the various Coast Pride Parades happening from 12pm - 5pm in Half Moon Bay! Half Moon Bay aids in improving the support, visibility, and awareness regarding the LGBTQ+ community of the coastside. Stay tuned for more directional details!

Created by: Shreya Joshi

       Currently the Manor/Esplanade area and Manor bluff is one of Pacifica’s locations most in need of some love! Overlooking magnificent cliffs, magical sunsets and frequent visits by ocean life invite overnight campers. Strong winds swirl litter from the Post Office and Manor shopping center.  

      Esplanade Beach is a natural, relatively untouched and narrow shoreline experiencing erosion below Esplanade Avenue at West Manor Drive. Join the Pacifica Beach Coalition on June 15th to help clean up one of many beautiful beaches.

       Don't miss out on this event !If you're interested in volunteering for a beach clean up this weekend, sign-ups are always open! Please click the following link to sign up!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDkdt-BxduvqZjBTMrC_I9Tt29K41GRMAia8N8qbqRTFnrOQ/viewform

THIS EVENT IS POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE! 

Come join with family and friends for the Pacifica Treasure and Trivia Hunt hosted in collaboration between the Boys and Girls Club, Pacifica Historical Society, and the Terra Nova Education Foundation!

The teams participating in the hunt will visit various cultural, archaeological, and architectural landmarks throughout Pacifica, where they will receive local trivia at each site. The team that returns to Base Camp the quickest with the highest number of correct answers will be the winner!

Scan the QR code to join and get more scheduling details.

Join the tour on the Public Works' facilities and equipment as well as learn about the employees who keep Pacifica a clean and spirited environment to live in!

Let's celebrate the silent forces of these professionals that aid in continuing to create a better life for us all.

As part of wildfire preparedness week, North County Fire Authority with other various agencies will be presenting a wild fire awareness event where they will go over creating defensible spaces around homes, creating evacuation plans, and other safety measures. A Q&A will be happening to answer any concerns by the Representatives from the fire authority, Pacifica Police Department, Fire Safe San Mateo County, and the California Department of Insurance.

Starting this week, Half Moon Bay Mayor Joaquin Jimenez will host regular office hours with his constituents at City Hall. Meetings will be held every Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m. and must be scheduled ahead of time through the city clerk’s office.

To make an appointment, contact Deputy City Clerk Maggie Rodriguez at mrodriguez@hmbcity.com.

Pledge to get out of your car for even just a few days during May!

Come join the Bike To Wherever Days and make a long-term commitment to use your bike whenever you can. Whether it’s your first ride or you’re a professional cyclist, everyone is welcome!?