About Crest CA

 

Crest is a unique, rural mountain community in San Diego County perched on the eastern border of the city of El Cajon, CA and the western border of Alpine, CA.

Originally known as Suncrest and La Cresta from 1928 to the early 1960s, Crest is located at an altitude of 1620 feet above sea level.   It wasn’t until the 1950s when the elementary school was proposed, the volunteer fire station was built, and a water district established, that folks joined forces to create the single community of Crest, CA.

Today this small community  of 2600 residents retains its small town flavor. Residents keep the vibrant community flowing through their volunteer efforts with the Crest Community Association, Crest Fire Safe Council, Kiwanis, and  the Crestridge Reserve.

 

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October 1, 2024UncategorizedCREST NEWS October , November and December are filled with activities.  Check the Crest Community Newsletter below for updates and future events. **Click here for the October issue of the Crest Community Newsletter.** Upcoming Events Join us at the Crest Clubhouse, Tuesday, October 29th for a community taco dinner.  All invited.      [...] Read more...
August 17, 2024UncategorizedCrest Upcoming Events: Reflective Sign Distribution – We Need your help. Can you help out for an hour (during the week or a Saturday) so people can pick up their reflective signs? Please email Diana Griffin at Email: queenieglass@gmail.com Crest Upcoming Activities. -Mark your calendars: Mark your calendars  September 7 – Music Night – CCA Clubhouse September 14 – Recycling – Including e-waste (location: La Cresta Liquor Parking lot from 9-12  September 19- CCA Meeting 6PM September 20 – Volunteer Appreciation gathering  September 28 – Crest Clean Up – Must Register Clean Up – Must register October 19 – Open Mic Night November 1-5 – Voting at CCA clubhouse November 19 – Music Night December 8 – Crest Christmas Crestival Did you know the San Diego County Sheriff’s Senior Volunteer Patrol provides these services for our community Checks your home for broken windows, open doors, garage, or other suspicious activity. Hides newspapers and packages away from public view. Calls for a deputy assistance if there is a problem Upon return, receive a welcome home letter listing the dates your home was checked. Visits the homebound (You Are Not Alone- YANA). Assists in locating Alzheimer’s patients. For more information call: Alpine Station 619-659-2600         [...] Read more...
August 8, 2024UncategorizedCrest Clean Up Day – September 28 8-1 – Free to Crest Residents CREST CLEAN UP DAY – SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 – 8AM – 1 PM FREE TO CREST RESIDENTS Crest Fire Safe Council received a community grant from Sunrise Powerlink Fire Mitigation Group. TRASH DISPOSAL -Trash that can go in the landfill. NO HAZMAT (paint, oil, batteries, etc). Drop off at at Crest School – 2005 Suncrest. – if we see you putting in HAZMAT you will be asked to leave immediately. CHIPPING– Located southwest of South Lane Park CURBSIDE CHIPPING LARGE ITEM PICK UP All details in the survey below – You must complete survey to participate. (Click link below) hCREST CLEAN UP DAY – SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 – 8AM – 1 PM FREE TO CREST RESIDENTS Crest Fire Safe Council received a community grant from Sunrise Powerlink Fire Mitigation Group. TRASH DISPOSAL -Trash that can go in the landfill. NO HAZMAT (paint, oil, batteries, etc). Drop off at at Crest School – 2005 Suncrest. – if we see you putting in HAZMAT you will be asked to leave immediately. CHIPPING- Located southwest of South Lane Park CURBSIDE CHIPPING LARGE ITEM PICK UP All details in the survey below – You must complete survey to participate. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1q9JMg7Dzka7-q31Jgf0t2zkQQgl6obheobK9kKL5Hvc/edit CREST CLEAN UP DAY – SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 – 8AM – 1 PM Crest Clean up Day – September 28, 2004 8-1 pm FREE TO CREST RESIDENTS Crest Fire Safe Council received a community grant from Sunrise Powerlink Fire Mitigation Group. TRASH DISPOSAL -Trash that can go in the landfill. NO HAZMAT (paint, oil, batteries, etc). Drop off at at Crest School – 2005 Suncrest. – if we see you putting in HAZMAT you will be asked to leave immediately. CHIPPING- Located southwest of South Lane Park CURBSIDE CHIPPING LARGE ITEM PICK UP All details in the survey below – You must complete survey to participate. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1q9JMg7Dzka7-q31Jgf0t2zkQQgl6obheobK9kKL5Hvc/edit   Thank you Questions, please email queenieglass@gmail.com   Thank you Questions, please email queenieglass@gmail.com [...] Read more...
June 8, 2024UncategorizedSo Much News for June/July 2024 Crest’s 78’s July 4th Celebration will soon be here.  Step up and volunteer and join in on this festive event.   If everyone pitches in we guarantee another successful event. [...] Read more...
June 4, 2024UncategorizedClick below to print a copy of the form. https://crestca.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/MARKERS-2.pdfC [...] Read more...
May 19, 2024UncategorizedCrest Clean Up Day/Chipping is Coming Up – Saturday June 8 9-12 CREST CLEAN UP DAY/CHIPPING IS COMING UP – SATURDAY  JUNE 8 FROM 9-12 Crest Fire Safe Council received a community grant from Sunrise Powerlink Fire Mitigation Grant Program We are offering the following services: Chipping/Curbside Chipping (Complete Tree Services CA) Household Trash/Tire Disposal – NO HAZMAT OR BUSINESS REFUSE – This will be held @ Crest Elementary School Big Appliance Pick-up (Independent Hauling) We would like to be able to accommodate everyone so asking you to fill out the survey link below. IF YOU ARE REQUIRING CURBSIDE CHIPPING OR BIG APPLIANCE PICK-UP YOU MUST COMPLETE THE FORM BELOW. We will be contacting you individually to organize these services.  Curbside chipping may be scheduled from 2-5 June. If you are adverse to filling out forms- please email Diana Griffin.  Email: Queenieglass@gmail.com Please click  here to complete form   [...] Read more...
February 4, 2024UncategorizedClick here for Crest Community Association February Newsletter.  Check it out for all the latest community news. [...] Read more...
January 14, 2024UncategorizedCrest Services on the Hill La Cresta Restaurant & Taco Shop1331 La Cresta BlvdCrest, CA 92021619-938-3436 La Cresta Liquor1335 La Cresta BlvdCrest, CA 92021619-444-7504 Crest Foods & Liquor1103 La Cresta BlvdCrest, CA 92021(Deli, Pizza, Gas)619-444-8132 Crest Community Church2198 Suncrest BlvdPhone 619-442-3736Pastor Ray Blair Facebook: Crest Community Churchwww.Crestchurch.netWorship Service Sunday 10:45  a.m. St Louise de Marillac Catholic Church2005 Crest DrivePhone 619-444-3076Pastor Fr. BurniaWorship Service Saturday: 5:30 p.m. Worship Service Sunday 8:00 a.m and 10:30 a.m. [...] Read more...
January 9, 2024Crest / Crest community Association / Crest Fire Safe Council / Sub-Regional Planning Group / UncategorizedAn informative meeting regarding the new proposed Fire Station 18 was held at the Crest Planning meeting Monday, January 9, 2024. If my note taking is accurate this is what I learned. The Crest station was built in 1948 and updated a couple times in the 1970s and beyond which were not necessarily permitted. While it is functional, it is not reliable,  not particularly safe, nor a desirable layout. The new fire station will be two stories with two bays, two deep with a design that fits the community providing curb appeal. It will include a conference room and additional space for growth. They will create a modular station and the staff will stay on the hill while the building takes place. There are currently three crews covering 24 hours a day.  They reiterated no benefit assessment taxes will be used for this building. It will be completed in phases over multiple budget cyles. Currently there is $810,000 budget from the facilities replacement budget and a $500,000 grant from Assemblywoman Waldron. They will keep the community informed via  the San Miguel website (we will let you know when they have it in place – Smgfire.org) Attached is the timeline. [...] Read more...
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October 9, 2023Crest / Crest community Association / UncategorizedCrest Christmas Event – December 10 10-6 pm Santa is coming to the Crest Craft Show Hello Everyone!We need lots of help with this year’s CREST CHRISTMAS CRAFTS, which will be held on Sunday, December 10th, from 10am-6pm. We are looking for VOLUNTEERS to help with the following: PRIOR TO THE EVENT: (DATES TBD)Decorate (put up lights, put up Christmas trees, etc). Paint advertising signs. Bake Cookies. Can be done now and frozen.Advertising (Facebook, Nextdoor, distribute flyers, etc).Put sandwich boards out the morning of the event (or night before).RAFFLE: Need Donations Complete basketsItems for Baskets (New, slightly used, artwork, painted rocks, use your imagination)Gift CardsCash Donations to purchase items for basketsEmpty Gift Boxes or BasketsDAY OF EVENT:Sell cookies/drinks.Sell Raffle tickets.Take photos of families/kids with Santa (using their own phones).General help/clean-upWe need YOUR help to ensure a successful event.  Even if it is only an hour…we can find a job either before, during or after the event for you to help with.Please tell your friends, family neighbors and co-workers about this event and ask for their help as well.Thanks and hope to see you soon! Julie Russell,Asst. Event Director661-332-9148 Debbie Smith – dsncrest@gmail.com   [...] Read more...
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June 28, 2023UncategorizedYou need to add a widget, row, or prebuilt layout before you’ll see anything here. 🙂CCA Membership form Click here to print a  paper copy of the membership form    [...] Read more...
June 11, 2023Crest / Crest community Association / Crest July 4th Event / July 4 Info / UncategorizedClick Here for more  July 4th 2024  News [...] Read more...
June 1, 2023Clubhouse Rental / Crest / Crest community Association / Crest Fire Safe Council / Crest July 4th Event / July 4 Info / Uncategorized2023 Crest Community Newsletters Read about Crest Happenings for the 2023 year: June Newsletter  – Find the latest July 4th news regarding vendor information and volunteer information for our great upcoming event. May Newsletter April Newsletter March Newsletter February Newsletter January Newsletter Wildfire Safety Fair  -June 2023  [...] Read more...
January 17, 2023UncategorizedCrest Fire Safe Council – News from Cal FireUpdated Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map – 2007 vs 2023 [...] Read more...
July 7, 2022Crest community Association / The Crest Sun NewsletterJuly 2022 Happenings – Mark Your Calendars Hey Crest – Don’t forget these Crest Events: July 9 – Recycle Event – 9 am- 12pm – Crest Clubhouse – Donate your CRV bottles, cans and glass and help support your clubhouse.  July 9 – Music Night at the Clubhouse – 6:30 – 9:30 – All invited July 16 – The 2022 Wildfire Safety Fair in Alpine/Viejas East Parking area.  In-person this year with a lot of new and great information, presentations, give aways, great food and more!  Come out and say hi. July 21 6:00 pm Crest Clubhouse – Crest Community Association Meeting – All invited July 30 – Saturday -Crest Custom Cruise – 4-7 pm – Nancy Jane Park – Custom and Classic vehicles welcome.  Last Friday of each Month Crest Library – Check out the many summer activities on the Crest Library Facebook page. Check out the latest housing market update for May and June thanks to Rayna Mack (below) [...] Read more...
July 18, 2020UncategorizedEvacuation Information for Crest Residents: Click here for the Suncrest Trail Evacuation Map  This is an emergency evacuation route that will only be  opened and used with permission of the authorities. If you have already signed up for our emails and emergency alert call system or you are brand new to the offerings of the Crest Fire Safe Council, here is information you will need. Information regarding the latest fire updates, can be found by checking the following websites:  www.crestca.com Nextdoor Crest The Crest Sun Newsletter Facebook Page Broadcastify’s app East County Magazine SDG&E Local dispatches on Cal Fire and San Miguel Fire Dept. Under “Fire Evacuation Information” Attached you will see a printable copy of our Crest evacuation map. One of the most important things is to plan ahead for the safety of your family and animals- and have a  “to go” bag packed and ready with items that you can find on the Red Cross site, preparesandiego.org. Many preparers have suggested that you dedicate a closet where you can keep together most of the items from the list at the Red Cross site. One Call Now Emergency Call System for Crest If you are signed up to receive calls in the event of an emergency,  you will receive a call from Crest Fire Safe Council (CFSC) , it will display 619-442-7378 which stands for “44-CREST”.  This is our ID for the company that sends out the call.  Do not call this number as there will be no one at the clubhouse to take the call. If you are not already getting our emergency alerts, please sign up for our free program by clicking the link at the bottom of the  www.crestca.com website. . Please be  sure you have set up the voice mail or answer machine on your phones so that if you are not available, our system can leave our important message. We are a 501(c)3 and can accept donations which help us pay for our call system.  All information is protected and not shared by anyone at the CFSC. If you want Crest email communication, please leave that on the www.crestca.com site as well. Donations can be mailed to: CFSC 113 Noth Park Drive EL Cajon, CA 92021 Thank you, Kandhy Franklin 619-977-1566 [...] Read more...