Dear Friends and Second District Residents, 

We recognize that this past month has been a bumpy road with the vaccine roll which faced several challenges. There has been an overwhelming desire to receive a vaccine, yet we have not had nearly enough supply. The vaccine shortage is not only in our County, but across the State and Nation. It is easy to point fingers and blame others, but the reality is we must focus on what we can immediately fix and continue the efforts of getting vaccines into the arms of those who want it.

As many of you know and shared with us, we had serious challenges with the vaccine appointment registration system. When you accessed the County website it took you into the State-run appointment site. The state registration portal either crashed or the appointments filled up quickly (10,000 appointments were filled in less than two hours). Riverside County is working with our IT and County Public Health leaders to develop or leverage an independent registration system from the State.

Thanks to the County Team’s hard work and dedication, we have administered vaccines to our front-line health care workers in Phase 1A (Tiers 1, 2, and 3) in addition to beginning Phase 1B (Tier 1). We are now focusing on our most vulnerable – our senior population, beginning with those 85 and older. Next week we will follow suit by dropping the age criteria to those 80-84 year of age and adding more individuals to answer calls through our 2-1-1. We are also preparing for those ready for second doses.

I’m pleased to share that we are surpassing all our surrounding counties in our administration of vaccines. Over 80% of doses received by Riverside County have been administered to county residents, which is higher than the State average of around 50 percent. As of February 3rd, Riverside County had received 224,200 COVID-19 vaccine doses and 195,173 have been administered at county-operated clinics and a variety of community healthcare partners. This represents a sharp improvement from last week when the county’s vaccination rate was only 46.8 percent which was due larger to a delay in reporting from our medical partners.  For more vaccine information from Riverside County, please visit https://www.rivcoph.org/COVID-19-Vaccine

As you may have heard or read, Governor Newsom announced that Blue Shield in partnership with Kaiser Permanente will be taking over California's vaccine distribution efforts as the outside administrator tasked with ramping up the state's coronavirus vaccine delivery system. Kaiser Permanente will help in the effort to deliver vaccines speedily and equitably across the state of nearly 40 million residents.  Both are nonprofit companies based in Oakland.  

After seven weeks of closures, restaurants, gyms, museums, and other businesses can resume outdoor operations immediately under state guidance. The State’s Regional Stay-at-Home Order was lifted on January 25^th and counties across the state returned to the state’s Blueprint  For a Safe Economy colored tier System. Riverside County is currently in the State’s Purple Tier, along with 53 of the 58 counties in California (99.9% of the population).  This means that businesses like restaurants and gyms can operate outside, while personal care businesses such as hair salons, barber shops and nail salons can operate inside.  To see what is open in Riverside County and to read industry guidelines, please visit covid19.ca.gov/safer-economy.

We look forward to getting people back to work, opening our businesses, returning children to school and working safely, together to accomplish these goals.

At the time of this writing, we are finalizing the selection of our new county Chief Executive Officer (CEO) position to manage and lead us through the county's $6 Billion+ budget, manage 44 departments (20,000+ employees), address all the upcoming state mandates while managing the vaccination rollout and changing economic landscape.  Please watch our social media channels for an official announcement soon.

The Riverside County Second District Supervisor’s office Staff are available Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to assist you. You can reach my office by calling (951) 955-1020 or by emailing District2@rivco.org and staff will assist you promptly.

I encourage you to stay connected by joining District 2 on Facebook @SupervisorKarenSpiegel  or Twitter @SupKarenSpiegel and Instagram @SupervisorKarenSpiegel 

I hope you enjoy this e-newsletter.  Please reach out to my office if we may be of assistance.

Sincerely,

Karen Spiegel
Second District Supervisor

COVID-19 VACCINATION UPDATES

RIVERSIDE COUNTY HEALTH OFFICIALS WILL CONTACT THOSE WHO RECEIVED FIRST DOSE AT COUNTY CLINICS FOR SECOND DOSE APPOINTMENT

Participants must register and have an appointment to get vaccinated

For those who received a first dose at a county vaccine clinic (also called points of distribution or PODs), local health officials will reach out to residents through the contact method provided at the first appointment. At that time, the county will provide instructions for receiving the second dose conforming to the current CDC guideline on timeframes. Residents who received their first dose at private provider, should contact that same provider to schedule their second dose.

Current CDC Guidelines allow up to 42 days for a second dose with either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine and due in part to limited vaccine supply from the state, it may not be possible to get a second dose at the 21 or 28 day mark originally recommended.

The county understands the community’s concern about getting the second dose and constantly works on securing additional doses from the state. At the same time, officials want residents to get vaccinated with at least a first dose for those within the current phase and tier system.

“We know there is a lot of anxiety about getting the second dose and this approach will provide ease of mind to our community with getting an appointment for the second vaccination,” said Board Chair Karen Spiegel, Second District Supervisor.

For more information, please visit www.rivcoph.org/COVID-19-Vaccine.

Residents are encouraged to continue getting tested.  There are several testing sites throughout Riverside County, both walk-in and drive-up services. To find county and state-run locations and make an appointment, go online to gettested.ruhealth.org. For a list of other COVID-19 test sites in your area, click https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/.

NO-COST COVID-19 MOBILE TESTING IN JURUPA VALLEY

A No-Cost COVID-19 Mobile Testing Van that will be stationed at the Jurupa Community Center – 4810 Pedley Rd. every Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Park and follow the signs to the testing area. Pre-register is encouraged and walk-in will be allowed on a limited basis.  Instructions will be provided for a “self-administer testing kit.” Curative, Inc. will have staff to assist you through the quick process.

All safety precautions must be followed by wearing a mask and following social distancing guidelines at all times. Testing results vary, but results are generally reported in 3-5 working days.  If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me the City of Jurupa Valley at (951) 332-6464 or the Jurupa Area Recreation and Parks District at (951) 361-2090. www.curative.com

CORONA TESTING LOCATIONS

2ND APPLICATION ROUND BEGINS FEBRUARY 2ND FUNDING WILL SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESSES THAT HAVE STRUGGLED DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC California’s Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA), part of the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), announced a second round of applications will open at 8:00 a.m. February 2 and will run through 6:00 p.m. February 8. Applicants who submitted all necessary documents in the first round and met eligibility requirements, but did not receive a grant, do not need to reapply; their applications will be rolled over for consideration in the second round.  On January 5, Governor Newsom previewed his Equitable Recovery for California’s Businesses and Jobs plan – part of his proposed 2021-22 state budget – which called for immediate legislative action on $575 million in additional grants for the California Relief Grant Program. This investment will add to the initial $500 million allocation announced November 30, bringing the total amount for the Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program to $1.075 billion. The Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program offers grants up to $25,000 to micro and small businesses and nonprofits that have been impacted by the pandemic. It is not a first-come, first-served program, nor a rolling approval process. Grants will be distributed across the state, with priority given to regions and industries impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, disadvantaged communities and underserved small business groups. All applications will be considered and prioritized based on impact.  Mission-based lenders and small business advisory and technical assistance providers will continue to help small businesses with the application process in multiple languages and formats in the second round. Many of the State-supported small business centers, which prioritize the expansion of technical assistance to underserved business groups, will also be also available to help. For more information on grant requirements and eligibility, please visit CAReliefGrant.com.

RIVERSIDE COUNTY CIVIL GRAND JURY SEEKS APPLICANTS

The Riverside County Superior Court is now accepting applications from qualified citizens interested in being nominated to serve as civil grand jurors for the time period July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

Duties include, but are not limited to, investigating the operations of county government, researching matters of civic concern, and inquiring into public offenses.

A per diem, plus mileage, is paid to defray expenses. Additional information about volunteering for the civil grand jury can found here.

Applications must be postmarked by April 2, 2021, and should be submitted to:

Superior Court of California
County of Riverside
Jury Services Division
P.O. Box 400 Riverside, CA 92502

ANIMAL SERVICES

RIVERSIDE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SERVICES URGES BURRO FANS TO STOP FEEDING - CITATIONS CAN BE ISSUED TO THOSE VIOLATING ORDINANCE

The Riverside County Department of Animal Services (DAS) is issuing a reminder to residents and random passersby near roaming burros to stop feeding the animals. Also, officers will be increasing their patrols in these areas. In 2017, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors adopted an ordinance (No. 934) that prohibited the harassment and feeding of undomesticated burros. The intent of the ordinance was to reduce the contact between burros and the public and, ultimately, protect people and the animals. The city of Riverside adopted a similar ordinance.

The county ordinance allows officers to issue administrative citations and the first violation comes with a $100 fine; a fine of $200 can be issued for the second violation within the same year; and a third infraction within one year comes with a $500 fine. Department of Animal Services Director Julie Bank said she plans to increase the officers’ presence in the areas the burros are known to frequent.

NEW SHELTER HOURS

After a complete and thorough review of  service operations, transactions and an associated time study, Animal Services has decided to adjust the hours of public shelter operations at the Western Riverside County/City Animal Shelter. The adjustment will make the hours consistent with the other shelters. The changes will not affect DAS’ phone center (which is operated from 8am-5pm or field services hours which are 24-7). The new hours will be Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and as always, DAS will be closed Sundays and major holidays. Previously, the hours were 11 am to 4 p.m. The new shelter operations hours took effect on January 28, 2021. For more information, please visit RCDAS.ORG or call (951)-358-7387.

RIVERSIDE COUNTY ASSESSOR-COUNTY CLERK-RECORDER UPDATE

Out of an abundance of caution and following COVID-19 safety protocols, as of December 31^st, 2020, the Riverside County Assessor-County Clerk/Recorder’s (ACR) office is temporarily suspending services at the main office of the County Administrative Center (CAC) located in downtown Riverside. The Palm Desert, Temecula, and Hemet offices are currently open by appointment only. The Hemet office will continue to provide ceremony services by appointment only. All services except for marriage ceremonies will be available at other offices. Assessor-County Clerk/Recorder’s staff will be reaching out to those who had a confirmed appointment at main office location for rescheduling an appointment or changing the location of the appointment. For more information, please visit https://www.asrclkrec.com/ or call (951) 955-6200 or by email: accrmail@asrclkrec.com

PROPERTY TAX POSTPONEMENT PROGRAM The economic downturn resulting from the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has created a burden for many taxpayers in Riverside County.  Limited options to postpone property taxes are available for some residents under California State law.  This state program allows homeowners who are seniors (62 years of age or older), or taxpayers who have a disability, to defer current-year property taxes on their principal residence. There are several requirements for participation in the program, including at least 40 percent equity in the home and an annual household income of $45,000 or less. “This pandemic has caused significant economic hardships for so many of our residents,” said Riverside County Treasurer-Tax Collector Matt Jennings. “Some of our most vulnerable residents, seniors and disabled homeowners on limited incomes, may be eligible for this state program to postpone their taxes.”   The deadline to apply for the state Property Tax Postponement Program is February 10, 2021. Applications and program details can be found online at the State Controller’s website here  or by calling (800) 952-5661.

RIVERSIDE TRANSIT AGENCY

SERVICE CHANGE JANUARY 10, 2021: WHATS NEW

On January 10, RTA continued to operate a reduced schedule due to the coronavirus pandemic and made minor route and schedule changes to maintain performance and improve connections.

ROUTE 24: This route and schedule was adjusted in Old Town Temecula to travel on Mercedes Street between Main and 6th streets. The timepoint on 6th Street has been removed.

ROUTE 27: The 5:57 p.m. and 8:06 p.m. southbound trips departing the Galleria at Tyler was adjusted to depart at 6:03 p.m. and 8:08 p.m. instead. The northbound 7:08 p.m. trip departing Perris Station Transit Center was also adjusted to depart at 7:10 p.m. to improve connections with other routes.

ROUTE 49: The westbound 5:01 p.m. and 6:50 p.m. trips departing the Riverside-Downtown Metrolink Station will be adjusted to depart at 5:08 p.m. and 6:57 p.m. instead. The eastbound 5:56 p.m. trip departing Banana & Cherry avenues will also be adjusted to depart at 6:03 p.m. to improve connections with trains.

TRANSPORTATION UPDATES

WEEKEND CLOSURES - 60 SWARM PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT FEBRUARY 5 TO FEBRUARY 8

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) continues work on the Pavement Rehabilitation Project on State Route 60 (SR-60) as part of the 60 Swarm to repair deteriorated pavement slabs. Weather permitting. 

Friday, February 5 at 10:00 p.m. to Monday, February 8 at 5:00 a.m.

• Connector Closure: Northbound and Southbound I-15 to the eastbound SR-60 connector will be closed.
• Lane Closures: Eastbound SR-60 lanes 4 and 5 closed from the 60/15 interchange to the Etiwanda on ramp.
• Ramp Closures:
  • Eastbound SR-60 Etiwanda on and off ramps closed.
  • Westbound SR-60 Milliken Avenue off ramp closed.

DETOUR INFORMATION:

For northbound I-15 to eastbound SR-60 connector: Use the northbound I-15 to westbound SR-60 and exit at Haven Avenue. Re-enter eastbound SR-60 at Haven Avenue on ramp. 

For northbound I-15 to eastbound SR-60 connector: Use the northbound I-15 to westbound SR-60 and exit at Haven Avenue. Re-enter eastbound SR-60 at Haven Avenue on ramp. 

The speed limit is 55 miles in the project limits and is a “double fine zone”. Signage is posted instructing motorists that the HOV lane will be available for all traffic during the lane closures at the work locations. Construction work may cause minor vibrations and noise during construction hours. We appreciate your patience while crews work diligently to complete the project.

I-15 SLAB REPLACEMENT PROJECT IN CORONA AND EASTVALE SCHEDULED TO BEGIN FEBRUARY 16th

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will begin work on a $22.8 million project to perform slab replacements, mill and overlay ramps and shoulders and perform profile grinding on Interstate 15 (I-15) in Riverside County. The project will span from Nichol Road to .2 miles north of Glen Ivy to .5 miles south of Ontario Avenue to State Route 60 (SR-60) in Corona and Eastvale. The project is scheduled to begin on February 16, 2021.  Weather permitting.

The contractor, Myers & Sons Construction, LLC from Sacramento, will perform slab replacements, mill and overlay and profile grinding on the on and off ramps. The work hours will be 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Monday through Friday, 8:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

The project is expected to be complete in July of 2022.  

NOMINATION DEADLINE EXTENDED FOR CHAMPION FOR CHILDREN AWARD

UP TO $1,000 SPONSORSHIP TO SUPPORT A COMMUNITY EVENT

The nomination deadline for the First 5 Riverside Champion for Children Award has been extended to February 16. The next Champion for Children will be awarded up to $1,000 sponsorship to support a community event. The recipient will also be presented a plaque and certificate by the Riverside County Children and Families Commission sometime in the spring and will be recognized on the F5R website and social media channels.

The award was created to honor and bring awareness to people and organizations whose leadership and advocacy embody the vision of First 5 Riverside. Nominees must be a resident of Riverside County and have lived or worked within the county for at least two years. The person selected will have achievements that align with F5R strategic goals, including quality early learning, comprehensive health and development, and resilient families. 

You may access the form online by using this link. Nominations are open through February 16, 2021. For additional information, please contact Public Information Specialist Sean Pravica, at: 951-203-3097.

AMERICAN HEART MONTH

MAKE HEART HEALTH PART OF YOUR SELF-CARE ROUTINE

Devoting a little time every day to care for yourself can go a long way toward protecting the health of your heart. Simple self-care, such as taking a moment to de-stress, giving yourself time to move more, preparing healthier meals, and not cheating on sleep can all benefit your heart.

And that’s a good thing, because heart disease is largely preventable and focusing on improving your heart health has never been more important. Heart disease is a leading cause of death for women and men in the United States, and many Americans remain at risk of getting it, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). People with poor cardiovascular health are also at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19.

It may be easier than you think to “put your heart” into your daily routine. Each Sunday, look at your week’s schedule and carve out 30 minutes daily for heart-healthy practices. Take an online yoga class, prepare a heart-healthy recipe, schedule your bedtime to get at least seven hours of sleep, or make a medication checklist. Then seek out support from others, even if it’s online or via a phone call, to help you stick to your goals.

Here are few self-care tips to try every day to make your heart a priority:

Self-Care Sunday

Find a moment of serenity every Sunday. Spend some quality time on yourself.

Mindful Monday

Be mindful about your health and regularly monitor your blood pressure or blood sugar if needed. Being aware of your health status is a key to making positive change.

Tasty Tuesday

Choose how you want to approach eating healthier. Start small by pepping up your meals with a fresh herb or spice as a salt substitute. Get adventurous and prepare a simple, new, heart-healthy recipe.

Wellness Wednesday

Don’t waffle on your wellness. Move more, eat a fruit or vegetable you’ve never tried, make a plan to quit smoking or vaping, or learn the signs of a heart attack or stroke. You could be having a heart attack if you have chest and upper body pain or discomfort, shortness of breath, cold sweats, nausea, or lightheadedness. You might be having a stroke if you have numbness in the face, arm, or leg; confusion; trouble talking or seeing; dizziness; or a severe headache.

Treat Yourself Thursday

Treats can be healthy! Try making a dessert with fresh fruit and yogurt. Then stretch your imagination beyond food. Take a few minutes to sit still and meditate, go for a long walk, or watch a funny show. Whatever you do, find a way to spend some quality time on yourself.

Follow Friday

Follow inspiring people and pages on social media, or text a friend to help you stick to your self-care goals. Remember to take care of your mental health, too. If your mental health gets between you and your fabulous self, take action to show your heart some love. Reach out to family and friends for support, or talk to a qualified mental health provider.

Selfie Saturday

Inspire others to take care of their own hearts. Talk about your self-care routine with loved ones or share a selfie on your social media platforms. Having social support and personal networks can make it easier to stick to your healthy goals.

Learn more about heart health and heart-healthy activities, and see what others are doing, at nhlbi.nih.gov/ourhearts.

VETERANS SERVICES

Out of an abundance of caution and following COVID-19 safety protocols, the Riverside County Department of Veterans’ Services will not be providing in person services at the main office location in downtown Riverside. The Department of Veterans’ Services will be providing all services remotely via phone, email, fax, and mail.  The main Riverside office lobby is opened for drop off only pertaining to documents and processing DMV Veterans Verifications. If you need assistance with a DMV Veterans Verification form at the Indio or Hemet branch office, please call in advance to schedule an appointment for curbside service. Veteran Services phone lines and offices will be open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. For more information, please visit https://veteranservices.co.riverside.ca.us/ or call (951) 955-3060.

VIRTUAL SEMINAR ON COVID-19 VACCINES FOR VETERANS AND CAREGIVERS

Join the Elizabeth Dole Foundation's webinar on February 9 at 2:30pm EST. The one hour session will focus on VA’s COVID-19 vaccination rollout plan for Veterans and their caregivers, with an open Q & A for registered attendees. Register at: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_s7bJqV1-RMyNk4BVSBvB-w

STAY INFORMED ABOUT GETTING A COVID-19 VACCINE AT VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA) The VA Loma Linda Hospital is offering the Covid-19 vaccine to veterans 65+ years old. Call 909-825-7084 Extension x5085 to make an appointment. You must have a VA Healthcare card. Contact our office if you want to apply for VA Healthcare.

VA HAS CAPACITY TO ADMINISTER 600,000 DOSES A WEEK VA is delivering vaccines at more than 215 sites across the country, with plans to expand to additional sites as vaccine supplies increase. According to the department, 582,000 first doses and 44,000 second doses of the Moderna or Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine have been delivered to veterans, while more than 401,000 doses have been given to VA employees. An additional 1,200 have been administered to personnel from other federal agencies that work with the VA, according to officials. The Department of Defense has administered about 500,000 vaccine shots to date, according to the Times. To view the full article, please click here.

COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OFFERS FREE TAX PREPARATION

FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Black History Month is an annual celebration of the rich history, contributions and achievements of Black leaders, communities, and cultures. It is a time for recognizing the central role Black and African Americans have and continue to play in U.S. history.

Honoring Black History Month may look and feel a different this year amid the coronavirus pandemic, but there are still plenty of ways to celebrate and partake in events honoring the month:

• Participate in virtual educational events. Throughout the month of February, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) is launching virtual events and conversations that affirm and preserve the accomplishments of African Americans throughout history. Events are free and open to all – but registration is required.
• Become a bone marrow donor. Backdropped by a global pandemic, Black History Month 2021 presents unique opportunities to respond to public health disparities faced by African American communities. According to BeTheMatch, Black and African American patients have only a 23% chance of finding a suitable bone marrow match due to low representation on the registry, compared to a 77% chance for White patients. Increased bone marrow donations which help to build a registry that is as diverse as the patients who need help could mean more lives saved.
• Take virtual field trips. In honor of Black History Month, Google Arts and Culture is offering online exhibits, and virtual tours, including more than 10,000 images, 200 curated digital stories, and 500 videos related to Black history, arts, and culture.. The online experience allows visitors access to more than 80 partner institutions, including: the Civil Rights Movement Exhibit; Frederick Douglass – From Slavery to Freedom: The Journey to New York; the Kansas City Jazz; and A Woman’s Work: Selections from the Hewitt Collection of African American Art. All exhibits are free of charge.
• Read Black stories by and about Black authors. While many libraries remain closed to physical visitation from the public, most local library systems offer digital libraries made up of thousands of e-books available for instant download. Visit your library’s website for more information.
  
  

HIGHGROVE MUNICIPAL ADVISORY COUNCIL (MAC)  BOARD MEMBER POSITIONS - APPLY NOW! Are you interested in what’s going on in the community of Highgrove? If you live within the unincorporated community of Highgrove, be sure to apply for several open Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) positions.  Get to know your Sheriff Deputies, Code Enforcements Officers, School Board Members, Animal Control Specialists and more! Interested parties may apply online at www.rivcodistrict2.org under Boards-Committees & Commissions.

RIVERSIDE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM TO REOPEN LIBRARIES WITH LIMITED SERVICES

The Riverside County Library System (RCLS) will reopen many of its branches to the public on February 8. The library will offer modified services amid new COVID-19 health regulations with physical distancing measures.

During the modified service, patrons will have limited access to the interiors of the libraries for one hour. Library services are currently limited to the borrowing and returning of materials and accessing public computers. 

The libraries have implemented health and safety precautions including requiring masks to be worn by staff and patrons, added wall-mounted hand sanitizer stations, sneeze guards at all transaction counters, floor decals to encourage physical distancing, reduced the amount of available public computers to safely and properly distance patrons, and removed all common area lounge furniture. Based on the number of computers available and space needed for browsing the bookshelves, each location has determined the maximum capacity allowed inside each branch. The libraries will resume normal business hours and will continue to offer digital and curbside service during this time. Additional services and resources will resume as soon as libraries are able to do so in a safe manner.

To find out if your library is open for in-person service, please check the website at www.rivlib.net or by calling 951-369-3003. RCLS is asking all patrons, volunteers, and employees to wear face coverings and continue to follow health and safety standards when entering the facilities.

RCLS is a division of Riverside County Business & Community Services.  For more information, please contact the RCLS at (951) 369-3003 or visit www.rivlib.net.

COMMUNITY EVENTS 

SIGN-UP TO PARTICIPATE IN THE CITY'S FREE TREE-PLANTING PROGRAM

Are you interested in having a free tree planted in the parkway in front of your home? Hundreds of new trees are expected to be planted at no cost to homeowners along City rights-of-way in front of homes, in parks, and on school campuses!

To participate in the City of Norco’s Free Tree-Planting Program, visit www.norco.ca.us/treesignup.

In May 2019, the City of Norco was awarded an urban forest expansion and enhancement grant from CAL FIRE. The grant provides funding for technical expertise, new tree plantings and maintenance over a three-year period. The monies distributed by CAL FIRE are provided through Prop 68, a state bond measure passed in 2018 to fund parks, environmental protection projects, water infrastructure projects, and flood protection projects.

Please Note: The program’s irrigation requirements have been revised. For those that do not have a dedicated irrigation system in the parkway, the City of Norco will water the newly planted tree(s) for one (1) year. After that time period, it will become the responsibility of the homeowner to water the tree(s) so that they continue to flourish and survive.

For more information, contact the City of Norco at (951) 270-5627 or info@ci.norco.ca.us.

CARS AND COFFEE CORONA | SATURDAY'S | CORONA, CA 

February 6TH @ 7:00am - 9:00am
Dates: Every Saturday Morning Location: 2450 Wardlow Road, Corona, CA
Starts: 7:00 AM
Ends: 9:00 AM
Admission: Free
Vehicle Registration: Free

Cars and Coffee Corona is right off the 91.  And the IHOP that shares the parking lot provides hot coffee.  Plus full sit-down breakfast if you like.

The show is easy to get to and just a couple miles from where the 91 and I-15 intersect.  So, with all the nearby shopping, it’s an easy stop while you’re out checking-off your honey-do list.

The parking lot is shared with a strip of businesses next to the IHOP.  And parking encircles that business strip.  So, there’s plenty of room.

It’s a casual show where you might find anything on display.  When I stopped by notable cars included an ’05/’06 Ford GT, lime green Lambo and a very cool modern custom replica Cobra.

A few hot rods that looked like they were done.  And a decent amount of project cars that are still ‘under construction.

Plus the crazy military vehicle pictured below.  That has rear tracks with front wheels and some sort of rolling pin on the front.

In December 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic Regional Stay-at-Home order, the City temporarily suspended the parking enforcement of residential street sweeping and relaxed enforcement of other parking regulations. As the Regional Stay-at-Home order has been lifted, we are asking you to help us reduce pollutants from entering our local waterways and assist us in keeping your neighborhoods clean by not parking on-street during posted Street Sweeping days.

The reinstatement of residential street sweeping and enforcement practices will resume on February 1, 2021. While we ask that all residents comply with parking restrictions on Street Sweeping days, only warning citations for Street Sweeping related violations will be issued for a 30-day period starting on February 1^st. 

We ask that you park responsibly and be courteous to others.

For additional information please visit https://www.riversideca.gov/publicworks/ or call the Call Center at (951) 826-5311.

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