Vista's High Priority Community Projects
During the time period from 2008 through 2010, the City funded the construction of several significant community projects. Proposition L dollars were used to fund the projects that would otherwise have gone unfunded. Proposition L was passed in November 2006 by Vista voters. The measure is a half-cent sales tax increase that went into effect on April 1, 2007.
Public safety was the top priority for the additional revenue generated by Proposition L. This included the re-opening of two community policing stations, the construction of two new fire stations (Fire Station No. 5 & 6), the renovation of Fire Station No. 1, and the addition of more fire personnel. The City also funded several community priorities that were identified during ASK Vista meetings in 2006. Priorities include constructing much-needed public facilities which include the new Vista Sports Park, the new stage house for the Moonlight Amphitheatre, and the new Civic Center. All of the construction projects have been completed.
Fire Station No's. 5 and 6
The Fire Station Projects was completed in April, 2009, ahead of schedule and under budget. Fire Station No. 1 underwent renovations beginning in April, 2009 and re-opened in May, 2010. Architect: Jeff Katz Architecture. General Contractor: Erickson-Hall Construction.
Moonlight Amphitheatre
Construction on the permanent stage house for the Moonlight Amphitheatre began in September, 2008 and was completed in June, 2009. Design-builder: Sundt.
Civic Center
The new Civic Center was opened to the public in June, 2010. A public grand opening and dedication ceremony was held on June 29, 2010. Architect: Carrier Johnson & Culture. Design builder: Highland Partnership.
Vista Community Sports Park
The last of the community projects to be completed, the Vista Sports Park, was opened on August 21, 2010. Design-builder: Lusardi Construction.