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SDG&E Brush and Branch Trimming around Power Poles

San Diego Gas & Electric
Brush and Branch Trimming around Power Poles
Pala Reservation
March 28-31, 2022

Beginning on Monday, March 28, 2022, Davey Tree Service will be trimming brush and branches around SDG&E power poles. Crews may be working near your home or neighborhood.

USE CAUTION

Use caution around crews as they work to protect our power poles and reduce the risk from overgrown brush and trees.

Pala Band of Mission Indians
For more information, contact the Pala Band of Mission Indians:
760-891-3500 | www.palatribe.com

 

Pala Band of Mission Indians Pala Environmental Department SDG&E Brush Branch Trimming Power Poles

SDG&E Services during COVID-19 Stay at Home Order

Update on SDG&E Services
COVID-19 Stay at Home Order

Stay at Home Order
On March 19, Governor Newsom ordered all Californians to stay at home in an effort to slow the transmission and contain the spread of the novel coronavirus. The order exempts Californians working in 16 federally identified critical infrastructure sectors, including the Energy Sector. Under Governor Newsom’s order, work necessary to the operation and maintenance of gas and electric systems is so vital to the United States that its incapacitation or destruction would have a debilitating effect on security, national economic security, national public health or safety, or any combination thereof.w

Necessary Work
As a provider of critical infrastructure services, it is imperative during this pandemic that SDG&E and its contractors are permitted to perform work necessary to operate and maintain the systems and networks that provide power to our customers. This work may include survey, field and construction work as well as vegetation management and other maintenance services. We look forward to working with you to ensure that your residents continue to receive safe and reliable energy service as they shelter in place.

Safety Precautions
In accordance with county health restrictions, our workers will practice appropriate social distancing whenever possible and will utilize recommended hygiene measures, including the use of personal protective equipment as needed.

If you have any questions, please contact the Pala Environmental Department.

Pala Environmental Department
For more information contact the Pala Environment Department:
760-891-3510 | ped@palatribe.com | ped.palatribe.com

Pala Band of Mission Indians
For more information contact the Pala Band of Mission Indians:
760-891-3500 | www.palatribe.com

Governor’s Executive Order

Order-3.19.20-attested-EO-N-33-20-COVID-19-HEALTH-ORDER

SDG&E Drone Assessments of Utility Poles

San Diego Gas & Electric
Drone Assessments of Utility Poles
Pala Reservation
Beginning on January 6, 2020

Beginning on January 6, 2020, SDG&E crews will be working in Pala for approximately three weeks to conduct drone assessments of utility poles for fire vulnerability as part of the Drone Investigation, Assessment, and Repair (DIAR) Program.

WHAT TO EXPECT

SDG&E vehicles parked on roads with crews nearby. There may be some temporary background noise and dust while the drone is operating. There will be no disruption to electrical service. SDG&E crews will check in with Pala Tribal Law Enforcement each day that they are on the reservation.

WHAT YOU WILL SEE

SDG&E crews consisting of one drone pilot and one camera operator on the ground near power poles. Small, quad-copter drones equipped with cameras flying above and near power poles.

Pala Environmental Department
For more information contact the Pala Environment Department:
760-891-3510 | ped@palatribe.com | ped.palatribe.com

San Diego Gas & Electric DAIR Program
For more information contact the San Diego Gas & Electric DAIR Program:
844-765-6388 | sdge.com/drone-program

Pala Band of Mission Indians Pala Environmental Department SDG&E Inspections

Info - SDGE DIAR Program

Propane Tank Maintenance July 2018

Propane Tank Maintenance
July 30, 2018 – July 31, 2018

Fallbrook Propane will be performing tank maintenance on Monday, July 30 and Tuesday, July 31 from 9 pm until 4 am.

The tanks are located in the western parking lot of the Pala Casino.

During this time, you will see flames. DO NOT BE ALARMED. The Pala Fire Department is working closely with Fallbrook Propane to ensure the safety of Pala residents and Pala Casino patrons.

Contact the Pala Fire Department with questions or concerns: 760-742-1632.

Pala Cool Zones

Pala Cool Zones
Pala Fire Department
Pala Fitness Center

During excessive heat, Pala has established two cool zones:

Pala Fire Department: Training Room or Main Station (depending on meetings)

Pala Fitness Center: Break Room or Basketball Courts

Call the Pala Fire Department at 760-742-1632 or the Pala Fitness Center at 760-891-3503 for more information.

Suspending Burning Permits

PROCLAMATION
SUSPENDING BURNING PERMITS AND OTHER USES OF OPEN FIRE
Effective at 8:00 am on May 14, 2018

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE PROTECTION
CAL FIRE
San Diego Unit
PROCLAMATION
SUSPENDING BURNING PERMITS AND OTHER USES OF OPEN FIRE

May 11, 2018

Due to the extreme menace of destruction by fire to life, improved property, or natural resources caused by critical fire weather and acute dryness of vegetation; and/or fire suppression forces being heavily committed to control fires; and, under authority vested in me by the Director of the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection as per section 4423.1 of the Public Resources Code, I hereby suspend, except within the incorporated cities, the privileges of burning by permit and other uses of open fire in the geographic area described as:

ALL STATE RESPONSIBILITY AREA LANDS WITHIN THE COUNTY / COUNTIES OF SAN DIEGO

Campfires within organized campgrounds or on private property that are otherwise permitted will be allowed if the campfire is maintained in such a manner as to prevent its spread to the wildland.

In accordance with section 4423.2 of the Public Resources Code, state rangers or other authorized agents of the Director of Forestry and Fire Protection may issue restricted temporary burning permits whenever it can be shown that burning or use of open fire is essential for reasons of public health, safety, or welfare.

This order shall become effective at 8:00 am on May 14, 2018, and remain in effect until I formally terminate this proclamation.

Tony Mecham
Unit Chief
Monte Vista Unit

Road Repairs Continuing in Pala

Road Repairs
Pala Reservation
Through May 11, 2018

The Pala Band advises the community to expect detours and delays for road repairs continuing through May 11th. Please use caution.

To expedite the completion of the project, please keep vehicles off the streets.

Road sealing, patching, speed hump installation, and striping are taking place on these dates and locations:

  • April  23rd – 25th:  Road sealing: Moro Road, Chutnicutt Road
  • April  26th: Speed hump striping: Moro Road, Chutnicutt Road
  • April 26th – 27th: Asphalt patching and speed humps: Remijio Street, Robles Way, Oak Drive
  • April  30th – May 1st: Road sealing: Trujillo Road, Owlinguish Road, La Chusa Road, Quashish Road, Sycamore Lane
  • May  2nd: Speed hump striping: Trujillo Road, Owlinguish Road, La Chusa Road, Quashish Road, Sycamore Lane
  • May 3rd – 4th: Road sealing: Nejo Road, Jackson Circle, Nolasquez Way, Smith Lane, Robles Way, Remijio Street
  • May 7th – 8th: Speed hump striping: Nejo Road, Jackson Circle, Nolasquez Way, Smith Lane, Robles Way, Remijio Street
  • May 9th – 10th: Road sealing: Henderson Road
  • May 11th: Speed hump striping: Henderson Road

The Pala Band appreciates the cooperation and patience of residents and visitors to the Pala area during this project. For additional information and updates visit www.palatribe.com.

ROAD REPAIRS
CONTINUING THROUGH MAY 11TH
EXPECT DELAYS AND DETOURS