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 Dear Third District Resident,
I hope everyone has had a restful holiday season and great start to the new year. As we transition into 2024 and embrace the new year that lies ahead, I hope it is fruitful and filled with much health, happiness, and prosperity.
In recent news, I am honored to announce that I will serve as the 2024 Riverside County Chairman of the Board of Supervisors, alongside my colleague as Vice Chairman, Fourth District Supervisor V. Manuel Perez. I look forward to conducting the meetings in a professional manner while also highlighting the phenomenal work of our 23,000+ employees as we represent all 2.5+ million residents of Riverside County. Thank you to my colleagues for allowing me this honor. I am looking forward to 2024 and all the progress that is to come along with it.
Sincere regards,
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Save the Date: French Valley Community Fair
Join us at the upcoming French Valley Community Fair at the Rancho Bella Vista Community Center on Saturday, March 2, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. This event will focus on and celebrate how much the unique community of French Valley has grown. Come to enjoy game booths, community resources, live entertainment, food and refreshments, kids zone activities, and so much more!
Click here to learn more.
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January is National Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month
The month of January is an important time to raise awareness of human trafficking and to reflect on how each of us can play a role in the fight against it. Human trafficking is the exploitation of a person for labor, services, or for commercial sexual labor. It is considered one of the fastest growing illegal industries in the world and is estimated to generate approximately $150 billion dollars annually in illicit profits. Consequently, the International Labor Organization reported that an estimated 25 million people were subjected to human trafficking and forced labor daily in 2016.
To help mitigate these malicious crimes, you can report your concerns about a potential trafficking situation or get help for a person who may be a victim through contacting the National Human Trafficking Hotline by calling 1-888-373-7888 or texting 233733.
For more information on human trafficking awareness and prevention, please click here.
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Riverside County Annual Blue Light Ceremony
Last month, we held the annual Blue Light Ceremony inside of the Board Chambers at our County Administrative Center, presented by the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. This momentous occasion commemorates Riverside County law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice to protect and serve their community, as well as show support for their families. The blue light symbolizes our remembrance of those who have passed on and honors the officers who continue their work today.
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Vienza at Europa Village Grand Opening
This past weekend, Third District staff and I celebrated the grand opening of the new Vienza Winery at Europa Village with a ribbon cutting ceremony. This long-awaited expansion introduces the next phase of Europa Village with the introduction of Vienza as their largest addition to the resort yet, while offering samplings of Italian wine. It also encompasses an Italian-styled Delicatessen and Market, an outdoor and indoor tasting room, and a Grand Ballroom. This new addition to the community will serve as a European-inspired destination in the heart of Temecula, further expanding tourism while simultaneously growing our local economy.
We are very excited for the future of Europa Village and cannot wait to celebrate their next endeavor. Congratulations on the grand opening of Vienza at Europa Village!
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Third District Holiday Senior Gift Card Giveaways
Over the holiday season my office partnered with the Riverside County Office on Aging Foundation and Third District cities and communities to host Holiday Gift Card Giveaways for seniors. We held giveaways in Murrieta, Menifee, Anza, Homeland, and Temecula as we were joined by Mayors of each respective cities. At each event, lunch was provided along with a gift card presented to every attendee. Thank you to the Office on Aging Foundation for partnering with us and making the season brighter for our residents.
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Project Touch’s “Shelter from the Storm” – A Mission of Faith Fundraising Dinner
Chief of Staff Robyn Brock, Senior Legislative Assistant Sundae Sayles, and my wife Kathy and I joined community leaders for the Project Touch “Shelter from the Storm-A Mission of Faith” fundraiser dinner last month.
This event helps raise funds to provide transitional housing for families experiencing a crisis in their life and have become on the verge of being homeless. We also received an update at the dinner on the Wildomar Life Restoration Campus Phase 1. My colleague, First District Supervisor Kevin Jeffries, and I each proudly invested $1 million in ARPA funds to provide transitional housing and wraparound care for those experiencing homelessness.
My heart is filled with gratitude for Project Touch as I think about those who will be served by the first phase of this campus — the Third District is thankful for partners like you!
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Community Highlight: Menifee Santa’s Workshop
This month, we would like to highlight a wonderful organization in the thriving Third District.
Menifee Santa’s Workshop is a multi-collaborative organization that makes the holidays bright for local children in need through donations of new, unwrapped toys for children between 0-12 years old. Accompanied by volunteers starting at age 14 years old and up, their annual event encompasses a photo opportunity with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a selection of goodies in the toy room of which children choose a few items sorted by size and age appropriateness, stuffed animals, puzzles, books, and board games, with a coat drive with help from the Lion’s Club and more treats! Our Riverside County Fire department was also in attendance to help sort and facilitate the gifts.
We were grateful to participate in such a wonderful event. Thank you to all the volunteers and organizers for all that you do to help our community!
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Murrieta Market Nights
Head to Downtown Murrieta to enjoy live music, food, street vendors and art at the next Market Night on Thursday, February 2nd from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Downtown Murrieta 395 hosts Market Nights in Downtown Murrieta every first and third Thursday of the month.
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Menifee Library Family Fun Night
Join the Menifee Library on Tuesday, January 23rd from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM for Family Fun Night! This event provides an opportunity for residents to enjoy the library hosted activities that are age appropriate for all alongside family members.
The Menifee Library hosts Family Fun Night every Tuesday!
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Free AARP Tax Services
Visit the Wildomar Library on Saturday, January 27th, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM to receive free tax support services provided by AARP. Services will be conducted by walk-ins only; no appointment is needed.
Please bring all required documents.
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Temecula Library Pro Football Trivia Night
Test your knowledge of professional football history with trivia that will cover game rules, player stats, and team leagues with pizza and treats on Thursday, January 25th from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM at the Ronald H. Roberts Library. Registration opens 2 weeks prior to scheduled event.
Please call 951-693-8900 or visit the receptionist desk at the library to sign up. For ages 18 and up only.
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2024 Tax Essentials for Your Business
Attend the 2024 Tax Essentials for Your Business Seminar on Wednesday, January 31st, from 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM with Supervisor Chuck Washington as a guest speaker at the Temecula Valley Entrepreneur’s Exchange.
Lunch will be provided as key topics regarding key forms and deadlines, the differences between financial reporting and tax reporting, expenses and deprecation, and new updates for 2024 are discussed. Register online to reserve your spot with the link below!
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Sherry Berry Music: Cross That River
Join Sherry Berry Music and the City of Temecula for a performance of Cross That River on Saturday, February 10th at 7:30 PM at the Old Town Temecula Community Theatre. This original musical is based on real history and portrays a significant moment in American history where Black Cowboys lived and helped settle the West.
To purchase a ticket, click the link below!
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Free Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training
Join the Riverside County Emergency Management Department in Winchester to help build more resilient communities through community emergency response team training. The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program educates volunteers about disaster preparedness for the hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills including fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization and disaster medical operations.
For more information on times, dates and locations of these upcoming trainings, click the link below!
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Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP)
Do you need assistance with your water bill? You may be eligible for the low-income water assistance program (LIHWAP) if you are a resident of Riverside County and your household’s income is at or below 60% of the state median income threshold. To learn more about the eligibility requirements and program, click here.
Community Action Partnership Warm Centers
As temperatures continue to fall, Riverside County Community Action Partnership has begun opening warm centers throughout the County, offering residents a warm and cozy place to relax. Warm centers will be open from December 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024. Click here to view available locations open across the county
Boards, Commissions, and Committees Vacancies
Are you looking for a way to become more involved in your community? If so, Riverside County has numerous boards, committees, and commissions comprised of appointed members of the public, who act in an advisory capacity to the Supervisor, in addition to acting as the Supervisor’s representatives to other members of the public. For more information and to apply, click here.
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Solid Waste Management Advisory Council
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Winchester/Homeland Municipal Advisory Council
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In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee
- Flood Control Commission
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Fair Board (National Date Festival)
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Workforce Development Board
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Board of Supervisors Meetings:
Municipal Advisory Council Meetings:
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February 8, 2024 | Winchester-Homeland Municipal Advisory Council | 6:30 p.m. | Francis Domenigoni Community Center
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March 14, 2024 | Winchester-Homeland Municipal Advisory Council | 6:30 p.m. | Francis Domenigoni Community Center
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March 20, 2024 | Anza Municipal Advisory Council | 5:30 p.m. | Anza Community Hall
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Third District French Valley Office
37600 Sky Canyon Drive #505
Murrieta, CA 92563
(French Valley Airport)
For regular Third District updates, visit our Facebook (@supervisorchuckwashington), Instagram (@supervisorchuckwashington), Twitter (@SupWashington), and website (SupervisorChuckWashington.com).
Third District Mission Statement
"Riverside County's Third Supervisorial District provides exceptional service and advocacy through compassionate communication and empowerment."
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