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Quarter 4 Newsletter, December 2023
Board of Supervisors adopted new rules for short-term rentals with a focus on Wine Country and Idyllwild
On Dec. 12, the Board of Supervisors formally adopted new rules for the County’s Short-Term Rental ordinance that would include caps on new short-term rentals in Idyllwild and Wine Country; age and capacity limits; density and distance requirements of short-term rentals; ownership limits, and a lottery system for allowing new short-term rentals in each area when there is capacity.
The new rules take effect on January 11, 2024.
Applications for new short-term rentals in the areas that were under the moratorium are not yet being accepted.
The County will open the Tier 1 application period on February 1, 2024. The application window will be open for 90 days. Once the 90-day period has concluded, the County will begin making determinations on the requests.
Fifteen days in advance of the application window opening, the Planning Department will publish instructions on how to apply and what is required on our website and social media channels.
Visit us at planning.rctlma.org for more information.
Ribbon-cutting celebrated opening of the final phase of the Clinton Keith Road extension project
Since the mid-1990s the County of Riverside Transportation Department with the cooperation of several cities and local agencies, initiated an ambitious project to extend Clinton Keith Road from the 215 freeway to Highway 79 to address the need for a six-lane, east-west corridor due to an increase in traffic demand and rapid growth in the French Valley and Murrieta area.
The $88 million project, which began in 2001, was constructed in four phases as funding became available and now, Clinton Keith Road is completed and open to traffic.
To celebrate, Third District Supervisor Chuck Washington, the Riverside County Transportation Department and local dignitaries held a ceremonial ribbon cutting in October on the newly constructed French Valley Creek bridge between Leon and Benton roads.
“Riverside County is the fastest growing county in the state, and much of that growth has occurred right here in the Third District,” Washington said. “This project will provide improved access to French Valley, Lake Skinner, and Wine Country for residents and visitors alike.”
This final phase of the extension project extended Clinton Keith Road from Leon Road to Highway 79 and connected with the existing intersection of Highway 79 and Benton Road as the fourth leg of the intersection when it officially opened to traffic in December. Improvements also include the construction of two large drainage culverts and two water quality detention basins for storm water management.
Before the extension of Clinton Keith Road, the only two east-west roads between the 215 freeway and Highway 79 were Los Alamos Road, a two-lane rural winding road, and Scott Road which was heavily congested. Funding for the project came from a variety of sources including the Riverside County Transportation Commission (Measure A), the Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee (TUMF), Community Facilities District, and developer fees. Officials and staff of the cities of Murrieta, Temecula, Menifee and Wildomar also participated in and contributed to the success of the project.
The Clinton Keith Road extension project will serve 14,000 vehicles per day with a long-range projection of more than 35,000 vehicles per day.
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Supervisor Karen Spiegel and Transportation unveil anti-glare fence in Temescal Valley
Second District Supervisor Karen Spiegel and the Transportation Department unveiled a new anti-glare fence on Nov. 20 for the safety and well-being of members of the Glen Eden Sun Club and the broader Temescal Valley community.
The 6-feet tall anti-glare fence was championed by Supervisor Spiegel and installed by the Transportation Department as a necessary measure to counteract the hazards associated with an intense glare from the oncoming traffic of Interstate 15 that previously affected the area. The fence was installed along De Palma Road in 17 days. The fence begins a half-mile south of Indian Truck Trail to .27 miles north of Horsethief Canyon Road.
"We would like to thank Supervisor Spiegel for listening to our concerns regarding the dangers of making left-hand turns from Glen Eden Road onto DePalma Road. The bright glare from on-coming traffic on DePalma and the 15 Freeway posed a definite threat," says Steve Spencer, President of Glen Eden Sun Club. "Supervisor Spiegel worked with the community to install an anti-glare fence to alleviate the hazard. The anti-glare fence is not just a barrier against the oncoming headlights; it's an example of what we can accomplish when we work together for the collective good. Supervisor Spiegel's leadership in this project is greatly appreciated and underscores future opportunities for cooperative efforts that respond to the needs of the Temescal Valley community."
The Glen Eden Sun Club is a premier naturist resort dedicated to promoting a wholesome and joyful environment. The club is a haven for individuals and families who embrace the naturist lifestyle.
"It's essential that we address the needs and concerns of our community with proactive and innovative solutions," said Supervisor Spiegel. "This anti-glare fence stands as a tribute to our joint commitment to improving the quality of life for the residents of Temescal Valley and the dedicated members of the Glen Eden Sun Club. When we collaborate and listen to one another, we create an environment where everyone thrives."
Transportation Performance Measures July - September 2023
Successful outcomes for Code Enforcement cannabis team
Supervising Code Enforcement Officer Jennifer Morris discusses illegal and legal cannabis and highlights cannabis statistics for Fiscal Year 22/23 in this video.
- More than 300 cannabis cases were handled by Code Enforcement in Fiscal Year 22/23
- 45 cases were sent to litigation in Fiscal Year 22/23
- Nearly 250,000 cannabis plants were removed voluntarily or under court order in partnership with law enforcement in Fiscal Year 22/23
- More than $700,000 in settlements was obtained, bringing the money back to our communities to fight illegal cannabis and protect legal cannabis operations
Code Enforcement celebrated Code Enforcement Officer Appreciation Week
The State of California proclaimed the second week of October as Code Enforcement Officer Appreciation Week and our department recognized its officers for their dedication to our residents, businesses, and visitors.
“I would like to thank the hard-working men and woman on our team who make it their mission each and every day to improve the quality of life for all of our residents,” said Director Robert “Bob” Magee.
Code Enforcement is responsible for 56 unincorporated communities from Green River to the Colorado River, with a population exceeding 400,000 residents. Officers enforce the County's rules, regulations, and ordinances related to land use and zoning, illegal businesses, and community preservation issues. Our officers are trained and experienced in dealing with the day-to-day calls that they receive for multiple issues, which range from unpermitted event venues like weddings, concerts, and rodeos, to illegal cannabis grows and dispensaries, and illegal street vending.
Code Enforcement officers are committed and trained professionals who share the goals of preventing neighborhood deterioration, enhancing communities, ensuring safety, and preserving property values through knowledge, training, and an application of housing, zoning, and nuisance laws. While law enforcement reacts to quickly address and eradicate an immediate problem, Code Enforcement plays the long game, holding property owners responsible for the condition of their properties. Code Enforcement seeks to strike a balance between enforcement and compliance by engaging in a community-oriented approach geared toward achieving voluntary compliance.
Code Enforcement recognized its Administration staff, the Cannabis Task Force, the Tire Team, the Special Enforcement Team, the Short-Term Rental Team, and four District teams for their work to improve our County.
This year, Code Enforcement launched a “Learning with Code Enforcement” video series on YouTube to help educate the public about the ordinances and rules our officers are charged with enforcing. The videos range from topics such as waste tires to occupied recreational vehicles, accumulated rubbish, and cannabis.
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Aviation welcomed 100 students at French Valley Airport
On Oct. 2, the Aviation Division hosted 100 second graders from the Summit Academy Elementary School in Temecula at the French Valley Airport. The kids were able to watch planes take off and land and had the opportunity to climb into and experience multiple aircraft and a helicopter. They tried on pilot headsets and learned about how pilots communicate. They even got to learn all about aircraft fueling and got to sit in the fuel truck and see how it operates.
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