General Manager John Curry notes, “The setting of expectations, some of these improvement projects will take time and resources to complete. They will not happen overnight, but both the Staff and the CSD Board of Directors are committed to doing the necessary work to maintain and improve SSCSD facilities so that all residents can enjoy them. We are also committed to doing this in an open, constructive and financially responsible manner. Feel free to reach out to me anytime with your comments and concerns. My contact information is (661) 822-3268 at the CSD office and my email address is: jcurry@stallionspringscsd.com. Even though we all have different concerns and ideas for our community, not all can be fulfilled but I can promise to listen to everyone with an open mind and try to come up with constructive, realistic solutions to your concerns.”

CERT

Do you have a plan, an evacuation plan for your family during emergency conditions or a potential disaster in Stallion Springs such as a wildland fire? What about your animals, large and small. Do you have an evacuation plan for them, a destination for them where they will be safe? Stallion Springs CERT is in the process of formulating an Emergency Evacuation / Communication Plan geared toward our “critters” and we would like to partner with our residents in putting that plan together.

Stallion Springs CERT will host an informational gathering on Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. in the Stallion Springs EOC (Board Room), 27800 Stallion Springs Drive. We are fortunate to have the assistance of Fiona Nelson BSc, zoologist and longtime emergency planner.

The Wednesday, April 5 training in Stallion Springs is not limited only to those who have completed the CERT Basic Training. Preparation needs to be part of our whole community. Please plan to participate and bring your friends and neighbors. Come along and find out how to help yourself. If you have any questions or concerns, this will be the time and place to have those addressed.

Neighborhood watch

The meetings have changed to the second Thursday, at 6:30 p.m .: next meetings: April 13 and May 11 Meetings are held at: CSD Board Room, 27800 Stallion Springs Drive. All are welcome, bring your friends and neighbors. Meet our SSPD and get the latest updates on how to prevent crime in our neighborhood.

Police Report

During the month of February the Stallion Springs Police Department had 73 calls for service and completed 5 want and warrant checks. The department had 9 reports, three call outs, 75 officer initiated investigations, 13 field interviews and four medical assists. There were eight arrests and one citation was issued, 13 field interviews and four medical assists. The CSU completed 52 vacation house checks, nine infrastructure checks and 6 school bus watches.

In the event of a life threatening emergency call 911. The Stallion Springs Police Department is dispatched through the Kern County Sheriff’s Office.

For non-life threatening issues, please call (661) 861-3110. You may contact us by email or using the contact information provided on the CSD website, If you wish to make an appointment to speak with an officer contact the CSD at (661) 822-3268. Appointments maybe canceled at any time due to limited police staffing.

Weed Abatement

Spring is here and the weeds will soon follow. Make sure you clear your property by June 15, which is the State of CA deadline. If you have any questions or need further clarification on clearance requirements, you can contact the fire department or district office. Let’s be proactive and keep Stallion safe from the threat of fire.

Spring Clean-up Day

Saturday, May 13 from 9 to 1 p.m. Time to clean up around the home and bring your large, bulky items to Stallion Springs CSD parking lot for easy disposal and recycling paper shredding and bulky waste drop off. Bulky item pick-up for senior and disabled adults please call by Wednesday, May 10 to be placed on the pickup list. The CSD will not accept, household hazardous waste, construction waste, asphalt, concrete, tires, alkaline, batteries, fluorescent tubes or light bulbs.

Stallion Springs Board of Directors

Meet on the third Tuesday of every month. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, April 18, at 6 p.m. at the CSD Board Room.

e