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Are you looking for ways to celebrate Earth Month? From enjoying nature to making simple changes to your routine that will have a positive impact on the environment, here are five cool ideas for marking the occasion.
Reduce and reuse. You may not realize how much waste you create each day when you use disposable containers, bags and plastic bottles. While recycling is a great thing to do, that process itself takes a lot of energy to support and, unfortunately, not everything makes it to the recycling center. A better way to reduce your waste is by ditching single-use items and opting for more eco-friendly, reusable alternatives.
Make smart swaps. Disposing of hazardous items such as batteries and bulbs can be tricky. Take a walk through your home and swap out items containing hazardous materials, such as bulbs with mercury, to rechargeable or hybrid alternatives. For example, Casio’s LampFree projectors have a hybrid Laser and LED light source which removes the need for hazardous bulbs.
Skip “fast fashion.” Many of your favorite stores likely sell what is known as “fast fashion.” The fast fashion concept is what brings brand new apparel to consumers on a consistent basis, but unfortunately, the mass production of these cheaply made garments takes a toll on the environment. You can secure fashionable finds in an eco-friendly way by taking a look at apps and websites that sell second-hand clothing or even by visiting a consignment or thrift shop for unique finds. Declutter your own closet and give your clothing a second life by making donations to those in need.
Get outdoors. Celebrate the beauty of the planet by getting outdoors. Whether you’re going on a hike, kayaking, or just taking a walk, high-tech wearables can help you make the most of the adventure. For example, Casio’s WSD-F30 Pro Trek Smart Outdoor Watch is durable and water-resistant, and includes apps that support outdoor activities. Such technology can help you track your activity, navigate your surroundings, and even remind you when it’s time to take a water break.
Get your veggies. Pick one day each week to eat a plant-based meal and skip the meat. You’ll be doing the planet a whole lot of good, as the production of meat and animal-based products requires far more water and land use than the production of plant-based foods do. Consider also being more mindful about food waste in your own household, buying only what you need.
Eastvale
– The City of Eastvale has been recently discussing the possibility of creating
Eastvale’s own Police Department, due to the rising expense of the Riverside
County Sheriff’s Department (RSO) contract.
The City stated that creating an Eastvale Police Department could save
millions per year, improve response times, and increase the number of officers
on patrol. In addition, the Council also
discussed the possibility of placing a 1% local sales tax on a future
ballot.
“With Budget Season upon us, the City Council is given the task of evaluating revenues and expenditures; making sure our residents are provided the services they desire, at a reasonable cost,” said Mayor Todd Rigby in a news release. “One of those services, which we hold in the highest priority in, is our law enforcement services. Our city staff shared with the Council what it could look like to establish our own police department, along with increasing patrol hours.”
Eastvale currently
budgets 100 patrol hours of service per day, but are only receiving 90 hours with
the RSO contract because the City doesn’t have control over how and when the
services are provided. Since the City is
only authorized to receive 90 hours per day, Eastvale is about 500 hours short
this year. However, if an Eastvale
Police Department was created and if the 1% sales tax measure was approved, the
City could experience approximately 210 hours of service per day. Without the
1% sales tax increase, the City would experience between 100 to 150 patrol
hours per day.
In addition, City staff
stated that creating a separate Police Department would increase response times
from 7-8 minutes to under 5 minutes.
This response time would apply to Priority 1 calls, such as an immediate
threat to life or property. Also, the
number of sworn officers are expected to increase with a new Police
Department. Eastvale currently budgets
for 32 sworn officers, but the RSO contract only ensures approximately 29
officers. However, this number will
increase to approximately 44 sworn officers in the first year of a new Police
Department, and it could grow to 56-60 officers over a four to five-year period
if Eastvale voters support a 1% sales tax measure.
“The preliminary results show that
creating our own Police Department can save us money, add patrol hours in our
city, improve response times, and retain immediate local control of our law
enforcement services. We would be foolish as a City Council, and it would be a
disservice to our residents, if we did not look further into this option,” said
Rigby.
In a Facebook video announcement on
March 25, Rigby discussed the rising expense of the RSO contract. “Over the last five years, our law enforcement
contract rate has increased by approximately 30%,” said Rigby. The City of Eastvale stated that this
increase is currently outpacing regional index cost of living. “This increase is not sustainable,” added
Rigby.
The current contract with RSO is
$11,825,572, with rising cost predictions, according to the City. The contract with RSO has increased by nearly
75% in the last five years, including patrol hours. In addition, the RSO’s five-year budget
projection is estimated at $74,860,000.
However, a Police Department 5-year projection is $68,310,000, which
would give the City an estimate of $6,550,000 in savings over five years.
Rigby said that the City looked into a feasibility study after they heard that the City of Menifee was experiencing similar issues. When the City of Menifee realized that their contract rate with their Law Enforcement services continued to increase, they decided to conduct a feasibility study then ultimately created their own Police Department. The City of Menifee’s decision prompted the City of Eastvale to do the same. The Eastvale feasibility study was completed for a cost of $10,000 and a peer review was completed for $2,000, which were both approved and authorized by the Eastvale City Manager. A copy of the preliminary draft feasibility study can be viewed at www.eastvaleca.gov under the “What’s New” tab.
The study was presented to the Eastvale
City Council on March 13 at the city’s second budget goal-setting workshop for
the 19/20 fiscal year. This meeting was
public and residents were invited to attend.
At this meeting, the council decided to further evaluate the potential
of an Eastvale Police Department. The
item was discussed again at the Public Safety Commission Meeting on March 26,
where residents were asked to give their input.
“This discussion does
not in any way reflect our satisfaction with the Riverside County Sheriff’s
Department, our RSO Lieutenant that serves as our Police Chief, or the
hard-working women and men who are keeping our city safe every day,” said City
Manager Bryan Jones. “They have helped Eastvale become the 12th Safest City in
California, along with our Neighborhood Watch Program and other strategic
public safety investments,” City Manager Bryan Jones continued. “This is a
matter of fiscal responsibility that our residents are counting on. With the
rising annual contract costs from RSO, it would be irresponsible of us not to
explore this opportunity. There are a lot of factors to consider and we look
forward to engaging the community in this process.”
Also discussed at the
Public Safety Commission Meeting and the City Council meeting was the
possibility of placing a 1% local sales tax on a future ballot. Rigby states that the Police Department and
the local sales tax are “two different items that are not dependent or
contingent on each other.” However, he
says the two items are related in the fact that if Eastvale stays with RSO, the
City’s “revenues will not be sufficient in approximately 2025, so we may need
additional revenue methods.”
If the City were to
consider a local sales tax measure, the generated revenue would stay in
Eastvale and serve the residents and businesses. A City news release stated
that this could generate an additional $9.5 – 10 million in revenue for the
City to enhance services and make strategic investments to grow the City’s revenues
with commercial retail and higher value generating land uses.
“We appreciate the
residents coming out and engaging in these two items,” said Rigby on April 1 regarding
the proposed Police Department and sales tax.
“At last week’s Council meeting, the Council directed staff to continue
to work closely with our residents and to provide workshops where residents can
share their questions, comments, and concerns,” added Rigby. The workshops will be announced via the
City’s website and social media pages.
The discussion will also
continue at the next City Council Meeting and 1st Hearing Budget Adoption,
which will be held on April 24, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. Another City Council Meeting and the 2nd
Hearing Budget & Adoption will be held on May 22, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. Both meetings will be held in the Council
Chambers located at 12363 Limonite Avenue Suite 910 Eastvale, CA 91752. More information can be found at www.eastvaleca.gov. To access a PDF of the City’s Frequently
Asked Questions regarding the Police Department, visit https://www.eastvaleca.gov/home/showdocument?id=12529.
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Eastvale– For the eleventh consecutive year, a popular springtime event will be returning to Eastvale.
On Saturday, April 13 2019, VantagePoint Church will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Roosevelt High School Football Stadium. The celebration will take place between 9 a.m. and 12 Noon.
Easter egg hunts for children of all ages will be held throughout the day, including special sensory hunts for children with special needs. Children with special needs will also be given front-of-the-line wristbands and will have a special designated event entrance.
“This fun-filled event has always drawn a large crowd and
every year the attendance increases,” said Monique Whritenour, Director of Operations
for VantagePoint Church. “In an effort
to build upon our success and better serve our community, we added a few new
features that would enable children of all ages and backgrounds to have access
to the many fun activities.”
In addition to the Easter egg hunts, the event will also include games with prizes, giant inflatable obstacle courses, raffles, and pictures with the Easter Bunny, Belle, Princess Aurora, Spiderman, Kylo Ren, and other Star War Characters.
This year they’ll have a free raffle for a stay at the Great Wolf Lodge.
Admission to the event as well as all of its activities is free. Food will be available for purchase.
While the entire community is invited to attend,
Whritenour believes that families with children ages 12 and under will find it
especially enjoyable.
“The 11th Annual VantagePoint Church Easter Egg Hunt will
provide a wonderful opportunity for Eastvale families to get to know their
neighbors, while providing their children with a positive and fun experience,”
she said. “Of course, our goal is always
to show the community Christ’s love. We
ask for nothing in return.”
They will have Accommodations for Children with Special Needs like:
Short Lines for Event Entrance, Front of the Line Wristbands, and Sensory
Friendly Easter EGG Hunt! Look for the Sign at the Entrance that says, “Special
Needs.”
Roosevelt High School is located at 7447 Scholar Way in
Eastvale, Calif. For more information
regarding VantagePoint Church or the annual Easter Egg Hunt, call (909)
465-9700 x700 or visit www.vantagepointchurch.org.
Diamond Bar- California was a cattle ranch for many years. It has an interesting history dating back to Mexican land grants and a variety of owners. Our church is built on the site where the original ranch house stood. In the 1960’s, Transamerica Corporation bought the ranch and developed it into a beautiful master planned community.
Although
Diamond Bar does not look like a cattle ranch today, there are some other
residents who still call it home. In the past we have seen deer on the hillside
east of our house. We have seen coyotes trotting down our street. And, we
have seen skunks and raccoons.
Our
church property used to have some undeveloped land behind the first
building. Hawks built nests in the tall pine trees and skunks were seen
from time to time.
One
day before a Sunday church service a child approached me with an urgent
message. He said there was a skunk in the church! At first I thought he
was kidding, but when several of us investigated we found a skunk lying in the
return air duct that ran under the floor. We could clearly see him but we
weren’t sure if he was dead or asleep.
What
should we do? Should we evacuate the building or just wait and deal with
the skunk after the service? We decided to wait and not say anything so
we wouldn’t cause a panic and risk waking him up. The service ended without
incident. After people left, a friend helped me investigate. We realized
the skunk was dead. We removed him and buried him in the land behind the
church.
Apparently, he had found his way into the furnace room which had a fresh air grill to the outside. He must have climbed into the return air duct, slid down under the floor and was unable to get back out. We don’t know how long he was there. We actually saw two other skunks on the property that morning. They were probably looking for their lost friend who had disappeared in the church furnace room.
As a pastor, I like to think that everyone is welcome at our church. We encourage friends and guests to attend our services. But, we may need to post a new sign, “No Skunks Allowed”!
This article was written by Pastor Mark Hopper of Efree Church of Diamond Bar. Sunday Services are held at 9:00 am & 10:45 am at 3255 South Diamond Bar Blvd. You can contact the church at 909.594.7604 or visit them online at Efreedb.org
Melanie Smith-Rice of State Farm Insurance in Norco.
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Norco– At the Melanie Smith-Rice State Farm Office, 24-hour good neighbor service is at the forefront. Smith-Rice is confident that she can meet your needs for all insurance and financial services, and promises to wow you with expert professional service.
A State Farm Agent since 1985 and a Corona resident since
1971, Smith-Rice understands the needs of the community and has worked hard to
provide a palette of services that makes one-stop-shopping easy and
affordable. Along with Auto insurance,
Smith-Rice provides Home Owners and Renters Insurance.
“A home is a big investment, so let’s make sure you have
enough coverage at the right rate,” says Smith-Rice. As well, protecting your personal property
may be more affordable than you think.
“The average person has over $200,000 worth of stuff that is probably
not covered under your landlord’s policy.
That’s where our State Farm Renters insurance comes into play,” she
adds.
More important than the care of your property is the care of
your family. Along with Life Insurance,
the Melanie Smith-Rice State Farm Office can provide various types of health
insurance, including Long-Term Care should you become unable to care for
yourself.
And for the business owner, Smith-Rice says, “I understand
the needs of a business owner like you.
Together we can help protect your business and plan a roadmap for your
financial future.
As if all this weren’t enough, the Melanie Smith-Rice State
Farm Office can provide you with financial services such as Mutual Funds,
Annuities, and even Banking (yes, Banking!), including Bank Accounts, Credit
Cards, and Loans.
Don’t wait another minute to help ensure your family’s well
being. Call the Melanie Smith-Rice State
Farm Office today, and get peace of mind in return. A staff of professional experts is standing
by at (951) 734-5290, or Toll-Free at (888) 734-5292. They are located at 2027 River Road in Norco,
in the Stater Bros. shopping center at Second Street and River Road.
God puts angels in our lives, and we call them friends. The other day had been rough. I had been sick for days and trying to hold it together with my autistic boys. It was a day where everything just seemed to go wrong. It could have been the fact I was just so sick.
We moms know, life
doesn’t stop because we are ill. All we can hope for is the kids will be good
and go down early for bed. Though more often than not that’s not the
case.
I was exhausted from
going to the doctor’s and I was so worn
down. My youngest came home from school and had meltdown after meltdown. One of
the tantrums lasted forty-five minutes.
I was screamed at and yelled at. My patience was running thin and I was
about to throw in the towel and say I can’t do this anymore.
Then I received a
text message.
It was a friend of
mine, an angel sent from God, saying she was on her way over to drop something
off. The doorbell rang and there she stood. It could have been all the cold
medicine I was on, but I think I actually saw a heavenly glow around her. She
was holding a pizza for my boys and chicken soup and Starbuck’s tea for
me. I had no words. I wanted to give her a big hug but I knew I
couldn’t pass my germs on. Instead, I got teary-eyed and cried. I was feeling
so blessed.
I was so thankful and I thanked the heavens above. A light had come into my darkness and I knew God was taking care of me. Just a reminder to all of you, don’t give up. You will always have angels around you.
Melody Kraemer is the Editor and Publisher of Macaroni Kid: Jurupa Valley-Eastvale and Macaroni Kid: Riverside. For more information or general encouragement, feel free to email her at: autismmomofboys@gmail.com
His delight is in the law of the LORD, and in His law he meditates day and night.
Psalm 1:2
Pastor Rob Norris, The Crossings
By Pastor Rob Norris
As parents, we need to think about the priorities we are teaching our children by our words and our actions. Ask yourself, If I could pass on my relationship with God to my kids, would they be satisfied with what they receive? If my children could never experience anything more than what I have today, would they be given enough to navigate themselves successfully through life? Would they experience God? One thing I have learned is that your children will listen to what you say, and they will do what you tell them, but they will become who you are. If your daily experience with Christ is less than you want your children to possess, they probably won’t ever have it either. Your model should be the man in Psalm 1–the one whose “delight” is in spending time with God and His Word (verse 2). The one who “meditates” on the things of God through the ins and outs of the day. The one who keeps him- or herself “firmly planted” by those “streams of water” (verse 3). Live It: Share honestly those things that are distracting you right now from your relationship with Christ. How are you showing your children the reality of truly walking with Jesus Christ? Meeting @ 10:00 at River Heights Intermediate School 7227 Scholar Way, Eastvale CA. Trusting and believing with you. Pastor Rob
February was American Heart Month, and an excellent reminder that there are many easy steps you can take to improve your heart health.
Unfortunately, nearly half of all U.S. adults are living with high blood pressure, putting them at an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, according to the American Medical Association (AMA).
“During American Heart Month, we urge all Americans to take control of their heart health by knowing and monitoring their blood pressure levels and making healthy lifestyle changes that can significantly reduce the serious health consequences associated with high blood pressure,” says Barbara L. McAneny, M.D., president of the AMA. “We know that by empowering more patients to monitor and control their blood pressure, we will continue to help improve the health of patients, while reducing health care costs.”
To help you get started, Dr. McAneny and the experts at the AMA are offering six tips for this American Heart Month and beyond.
Know your blood pressure numbers. Visit LowerYourHBP.org. The site contains tools, resources and information for both patients and physicians, and was launched by the AMA as part of an effort to reduce the number of Americans who have heart attacks and strokes each year. Having a better understanding of your numbers and taking necessary steps to get your high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, under control will reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke.
Commit to manage high blood pressure. Work with your doctor to create an individualized treatment plan that includes healthy lifestyle changes that you can realistically stick to long-term to help you maintain a lower blood pressure and lower your risk for negative health consequences.
Be more physically active. Regular physical activity can help reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure. It is recommended that healthy adults 18 to 65 years of age get at least 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity, or 75 minutes a week of vigorous-intensity activity.
Eat a healthy diet. Making simple dietary changes can help you manage or prevent high blood pressure. These changes should include eating less sodium, reducing the amount of packaged and processed foods you consume (especially those with added sodium and sugar), reducing consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages and eating foods that are rich in potassium.
Maintain or achieve a healthy weight. Being overweight can put you at an increased risk for developing high blood pressure. Take steps to maintain a healthy weight.
Drink in moderation. When consuming alcohol, do so in moderation as defined by the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans — up to one drink per day for women and two drinks per day for men, and only by adults of legal drinking age.
American Heart Month serves as an important reminder that living a heart-healthy lifestyle is possible. By paying attention to risk factors like your blood pressure, weight and more, you can reduce your risk for heart disease.
When love and romance are in the air, talking about finances may be the last thing on one’s mind. However, experts say that regular conversations about money are essential for healthy finances and healthy relationships.
Unfortunately, 47 percent of Americans say their spending equals or exceeds their income, and 45 percent do not have enough savings to cover at least three months’ worth of living expenses, according to a 2018 study by the Center for Financial Services Innovation. To help you and your partner get the conversation started and get your finances on track, the professionals at Wells Fargo are offering eight tips:
Pay yourself first: With each paycheck, set aside some income for savings — about 5 to 10 percent is a good target. Whether it’s for a rainy-day fund or the downpayment of a house, you and your partner can discuss how to prioritize savings for the greatest impact. This may also be a good time to discuss whether it makes more sense to have a joint account or retain individual savings accounts.
Track your spending: Do you know where your money is going each month? Online tools and apps make tracking easier than ever before, helping you gain insights into your individual and combined spending habits so you can adjust where necessary.
Create a safety net: Do you have emergency savings that would cover three to six months’ worth of expenses? This is a basic measure of financial security that you and your partner can work on building together.
Pay down your high-interest debt: Honest conversations about debt can be especially hard for many couples. But transparency is not only ethical, it can serve as the first step to confronting the issue head-on. To tackle debt proactively and save money in the long run, it helps to be strategic, starting with the highest-interest debt that’s costing you the most first.
Pay on time, every time. If you’re like many couples, you have dreams for your future. Paying bills on time will improve and maintain your credit score, which will open the door for greater financial opportunities down the line and help you make these dreams a reality.
Know where your credit stands: Check your free credit report annually and spot trends.
Review your insurance annually: Protect what counts, by checking your coverage annually and making updates to your policies as your circumstances change (i.e. you get married, buy a home, have children, etc.).
Save for a better retirement: Save at least 10 percent of your income each year for a more comfortable retirement. More tips and financial resources can be found by visiting http://www.wellsfargo.com.
Bottom line: while it’s not always easy to address financial matters, doing so can save your relationship headache and heartache down the line.
Eastvale– Safety continues to be a top focus for the City of Eastvale and we are prioritizing community safety in an effort to maintain a safe environment for our community to live, work, play, and shop. We are working hard to enhance the safety in our community through collaborative endeavors that include advancements in public safety, investments in technology, and the active participation of residents in the Neighborhood Watch Program.
Additional Motorcycle Officer and Additional Patrol Hours
The Eastvale City Council heard the community’s desire for
increase public safety and in February 2018, they approved an additional
Motorcycle Officer position to enhance the safety of our roadways. Most recently,
we welcomed our second Eastvale Police Department Motorcycle Officer, Deputy
Lionel Murphy, who will be joining our current Motorcycle Officer, Deputy Paul
Lonthair in keeping our streets safe through enforcement. City Council also
approved 10 additional patrol hours, which equates to two additional deputies
and are anticipated to come in the next year.
“We would like to welcome our new Motorcycle Officer, Deputy
Lionel Murphy to the Eastvale Police Department family. I am confident that the
addition of Deputy Murphy will help reduce the number of traffic collisions and
increase the overall safety of the city.”
ALPR (Automated License Plate Reader) Program
We believe advancements in technology is one of the most
crucial parts of public safety. The City of Eastvale is in the process of
implementing an ALPR (Automated License Plate Reader) Program. ALPR cameras
will be installed on patrol vehicles as well as various entry and exit points
to the city. This tool will help our Police Department combat and deter crime,
assist with investigations, and help identify wanted vehicles.
Streetlight Acquisition
We also believe that increased visibility through lighting
is another important part of safety and are pleased to announce that the City
of Eastvale purchased 4,078 streetlights located within city limits from
Southern California Edison (SCE). Previously, these streetlights were owned by
SCE and maintained by the Jurupa Community Services District. With the
partnership of the Western Riverside Council of Governments, the City of
Eastvale will acquire all eligible streetlights in Eastvale. As part of the
acquisition, the City looks forward to retrofitting each streetlight with Light
Emitting Diode (LED) fixtures; an environmentally friendly alternative to
traditional lighting. LED lights align with the City’s strategic goal to
enhance public safety by using less energy and producing a more natural light
on street surfaces. Acquisition of these street lights will also serve as a
revenue stream for the City of Eastvale while we bring better cell phone and
internet carrier service to the city.
Neighborhood Watch Program
We know that community safety cannot be fully achieved
without the help from our community and Eastvale is the only city in the nation
to have every residential neighborhood engaged in the Neighborhood Watch
Program. In 2017, Mayor Todd Rigby, Mayor Pro Tem Brandon Plott, and community
member, Don Pettinger began the implementation of the Neighborhood Watch
Program in an effort to bring residents together to help combat and deter crime
in their neighborhoods.
Today, all twenty-nine neighborhoods in Eastvale have
Neighborhood Watch Groups established, there is a total of 60 Block Captains
who meet quarterly, and every neighborhood entry and exit have Neighborhood
Watch signs installed. Social media has played a key piece to the Neighborhood
Watch Program and residents have shared valuable information through the
“Eastvale Crime Watch & Reporting” Facebook page. In addition to
communicating through social media, Neighborhood Watch Meetings take place
throughout the year and have approximately sixty-five residents in attendance
on average.
“On behalf of the Eastvale Police
Department, I would like to thank the community for their continued support and
for sharing valuable information with us, which has led to the immediate
apprehension of several suspects,” Chief Tim Martin said.
The significant decrease in mail thefts was the first of
many success stories that the Neighborhood Watch Program experienced. With the
increase of communication and residents implementing crime prevention measures
to their homes, the average mail thefts reported per month decreased from
twenty-six in 2017 to six in 2018.
Camera Database Program
One of the other successes the Neighborhood Watch Program
has had is their camera database program which allow residents to input their
surveillance system information in a database for law enforcement access.
Approximately ten different arrests have been made with the help of this
database in place. This program truly shows the amount of pride residents have
for the city they live in and that they are passionate about being a part of
enhancing safety in their community. Residents can share their surveillance
system information to be included in this database by visiting:
http://bit.ly/eastvalecameradatabase.
Proactive Enforcement
Lastly, the safety in our community would not be possible
without the continued proactive efforts made by the Eastvale Police Department.
We recently recognized our local Special Enforcement Team (SET) and the
Marijuana Eradication Team (MET) for an award recently received by the
California Narcotics Officers Association for outstanding Quality of Life
Investigations involving indoor marijuana grow houses. We are incredibly
grateful for the deputies who serve our city every day to keep us safe and
maintain the quality of life in Eastvale.
Aggressive Solicitation Ordinance
To address aggressive solicitation, City Council adopted an
“Aggressive Solicitation” ordinance on May 2018 and also installed “It’s Ok To
Say No To Panhandling” signs throughout the City. We want residents to feel
comfortable enjoying our community and the aggressive solicitation ordinance
seeks to enhance resident safety by prohibiting solicitation in an aggressive
manner. This ordinance allows deputies to respond to incidents of solicitation
that either put the person being asked for money in danger or are done in such
a manner to make an individual feel as if they have no choice but to donate
money.
“As a community, it is important for us to partner together
in achieving a safer city,” Mayor Todd Rigby said. “With the residents
embracing the Neighborhood Watch Program, the City installing new technology,
and the Police Department increasing patrol hours and adding an additional
Motorcycle Officer, we are seeing the results of a safer community. I look
forward to the continued involvement of our community in being committed to
keeping our residents, businesses, and visitors safe in our city.”
“Together, we can send a message that Eastvale has created a
multiprong approach of preventing and solving crime to enhance the quality of
life and safety,” City Manager Bryan Jones said. “I am confident that all of us
in Eastvale will continue to collaboratively invest our time and energy in
resources to elevate community safety. We all deserve the opportunity to thrive
in the place we call home!”
The City of Eastvale would like to remind its residents and
businesses to be vigilant by reporting suspicious and criminal activity as soon
as its seen to the Eastvale Police Department. If you see something, say
something. Maintaining a safe environment is a team effort and we are grateful
for our team that is made up of our Eastvale Police Department, residents,
businesses, and partnering agencies. Together, we are best.
Results will help City leaders determine future priorities and community engagement efforts
By Olivia Applegate, City of Eastvale
The City’s inaugural Community Satisfaction Study shows that residents are highly satisfied with the quality of life in Eastvale and say it is an excellent place to raise a family.
The overwhelmingly positive results of the survey were received by the City Council at a special meeting on Wednesday, February 27, 2019. The random sampling of 1,178 residents gathered opinions on issues such as transportation, development, public safety, and the effectiveness of City communications.
“Thank you to our residents for providing valuable input regarding our city in the Communication Satisfaction Study,” Mayor Todd Rigby said. “We are pleased with how satisfied our residents are with our City and the services we provide, but we are not complacent with the results. The positive feedback we received symbolizes how well we work together as a team with our City staff, City Council, Law Enforcement, Fire Department, developers, businesses, and most importantly, our residents; all taking an active part in this success. We will use this information to address future planning, funding opportunities, and outreach in Eastvale as we continue to improve our city. We know and understand that our residents desire a better dining experience and are actively working to bring this to our community. Your voice matters, and we welcome your continued feedback, always.”
Among the findings:
• 90% of residents give Eastvale high scores for quality of life and as a place to raise a family.
• 82% are satisfied with City services such as park maintenance, fire protection, emergency medical services, and community events.
• A majority say City staff are professional, accessible, and helpful.
• 71% say Eastvale’s top funding priority should be maintaining local streets, improving intersections, and synchronizing traffic signals.
• City-to-resident communication and engagement is strong; most residents would like to see a smartphone app that allows them to report issues, receive updates, etc.
• 35% of respondents say they long for more dining and shopping options.
The independent survey was conducted by True North Research Inc. of Encinitas, Calif., from January 19 through February 4. Participants were recruited via mail, email, and phone, and the data was collected online and by telephone, in English, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese.
“The intention of this survey was to give residents a voice in City government and we would like to thank everyone who participated in the study,” City Manager Bryan Jones said. “Understanding residents’ interests, concerns, and needs will help us accomplish the priority goals identified in the City’s strategic plan and exceed Eastvale’s expectations every day.”
“Then He came and touched the open coffin, and those who carried him stood still…”
Luke 7:14
Photo Courtesy: Pexels
By Pastor Dennis Morales
There is no arguing that one of the most painful occurrences in life is losing a loved one. Jesus came upon a widow who had just lost her only son. . According to old Jewish custom, the women would precede a funeral procession because women were believed to have brought death into the world in the line of Eve. This widow would be the first person He would see and He looked at her with compassion (Luke 7:13). It was custom for family members and friends to come and touch the coffin, which would halt the procession, and say a few words of comfort to the survived. Then the procession would continue. According to custom, Jesus stood at the procession and touched the coffin. Jesus tells the woman “do not weep.” He then tells the young man in the coffin to “get up.” “So that he who was dead sat up and began to speak” (Luke 7:15). What Jesus did was unprecedented. Under normal circumstances the funeral procession would have continued. But when Jesus stopped the funeral procession, and it never continued! Jesus essentially stopped death in its tracks. This is what Jesus has done for all mankind through the Cross. He has halted the effect of sin and eternal death upon all those who believe in Him (Jn 3:16). Jesus’ death on the Cross defeated sin and He further punctuates this by His Rising from the dead. In this is the Easter message. (1 Corinthians 15:21-22, 55-57) Calvary Chapel Eastvale meets Sundays 8:30 and 10:30am/Wednesdays 7pm @ Clara Barton Elementary (calvaryeastvale.org). EASTER SERVICES: Good Friday @ 7pm and Easter @ 9:30am
with Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Photo Courtesy: Hello Fresh
By Hello Fresh
Cooking Time: 35 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition: 630 Calories
Ingredients:
Butter-
2 tbsp
Olive
Oil- 2 tsp
Vegetable
Oil- for frying
Brussels
Sprouts- 16 oz
Sweet
Potatoes- 4
Chili
Peppers- 2
Sour
Cream- 8 tbsp
Panko
Breadcrumbs- 1 cup
Blackening
Spice- 2 tbsp
Chicken
Cutlets- 20 oz
Honey-
2 tbsp
1 PREP. Place a foil-lined baking sheet on upper rack
and preheat oven to 425 degrees. Wash and dry all produce. Trim and halve
Brussels sprouts. Dice sweet potatoes into ½ inch cubes. Thinly slice chilies,
removing ribs and seeds for less heat.
2 COOK SWEET POTATOES. Place
sweet potatoes in a large pot with enough salted water to cover by 2 inches. Bring
to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain thoroughly and return
to pot. Using a potato masher or fork, mash with 2 TBSP butter and half the
sour cream until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Keep covered until ready
to serve.
3 ROAST BRUSSELS
SPROUTS. Meanwhile, toss
Brussels sprouts on preheated baking sheet with a large drizzle of olive oil
and a pinch of salt and pepper. Arrange cut sides down and roast until browned
and tender, 20-25 minutes.
4 BREAD CHICKEN. Place
panko in a shallow dish or bowl; season with salt, pepper, and half the
Blackening Spice. Pat chicken dry with paper towels; season with salt, pepper,
and remaining Blackening Spice, then brush evenly with remaining sour cream.
Working in batches, coat chicken in panko mixture, pressing to adhere. Heat a
¼-inch layer of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat (use a nonstick pan if
you have one).
5 COOK CHICKEN. Once
oil is hot, add chicken to pan (working in batches if necessary), reduce heat
to medium, and cook until golden brown, 5-7 minutes per side. Transfer to a
paper-towel-lined plate. Season with salt and pepper.
6 SERVE. Divide
Brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes between plates. Top with chicken. Drizzle
chicken with honey. Garnish with chilies (to taste—they’re spicy).
Eastvale– The City of Eastvale was proud to announce that they have been ranked on the Top 50 Safest Cities in California list for 2019, based on a study conducted by SafeWise. Eastvale was ranked 12th among the 482 cities in California.
To identify the fifty safest cities in California, SafeWise
reviews FBI crime report statistics and population data. Their evaluation is
based on the number of reported violent crimes (aggravated assault, murder,
rape, and robbery) in each city. If there was a tie between cities, they also
factored in the number of property crimes (burglary, arson, larceny-theft, and
motor vehicle theft). To be equitable, they also calculated the rate of crimes
per 1,000 people in each city. This made it easier to directly compare the
likelihood of these crimes occurring in cities with vastly different
populations. Learn more about how SafeWise ranks their Safest Cities reports by
visiting: http://www.safewise.com.
“We are proud to be recognized as the 12th safest city in
California! As the City Council and I met last year, we decided to continue
with having Public Safety as a top priority in our strategic plan,” Mayor Todd
Rigby said. “We have and continue to make significant investments in public
safety to include Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Cameras, the Street
Light Acquisition, our Neighborhood Watch Program, additional Motorcycle
Officer, and additional patrol hours to name a few. As these investments are
implemented, we hope to continue to rise on that list of safest cities in the
state. We are sending a loud message to criminals and our residents, that
Eastvale will continue to invest in our community to protect and keep our
residents safe.”
The City of Eastvale would like to remind its residents and
businesses to be vigilant by reporting suspicious and criminal activity as soon
as it is seen to the Eastvale Police Department. If you see something, say
something. Maintaining a safe environment is a team effort and city is grateful
for their team that is made up of our Eastvale Police Department, residents,
businesses, and partnering agencies. Together, they’re the
best.
Eastvale’s Michele Nissen Named Acting City Manager
By City of Corona
Corona– The Corona City Council agreed to accept the resignation of City Manager Darrell Talbert today. In closed session, the City Council unanimously approved a resignation and release agreement with Mr. Talbert, effective today.
Mr. Talbert is a lifelong Corona resident and has spent
nearly 25 years serving the City of Corona.
His career with Corona began in 1994 where he spent 12 years as a City
Council Member and served 3 times as the Mayor in 1997/98, 2001/02 and
2004/05. Since 2008, Mr. Talbert has
served the City in various capacities as the Deputy Director of Community
Development, Director of Redevelopment, Administrative Services Director,
Assistant City Manager and for the last 4 years as City Manager.
“Mr. Talbert has accomplished too many things during his
career in Corona to adequately summarize them and do him justice, but it goes
without saying that his love of this community will be felt here for decades to
come. He has served the City through
many tough times, and I speak for the entire City Council in stating that we
wish him well and thank him for his dedication and service to our community,
“said Mayor Jason Scott.
Assistant City Manager Michele Nissen will serve as the
Acting City Manager until the City Council has an opportunity to interview and
select an Interim City Manager who will serve the City during a nation-wide
search for a permanent City Manager. We
anticipate that the selection of an Interim City Manager will take several weeks
and the recruitment for a permanent City Manager may take several months.
Again, the City of Corona would like to thank Mr. Talbert
for his many years of service and dedication to Corona and we wish him all the
best.
Corona – 1/15/19 – CARF International announced that Avant-Garde Foster Family Agency in Corona, CA has been accredited for a period of three years for its Foster Family and Kinship Care (Children and Adolescents) Governance Standards Applied.
This high level of accreditation is awarded to the agency
based on the ability to conform to rigorous CARF standards. This achievement is
an indication of the organization’s dedication and commitment to improving the
quality of the lives of the persons served.
Avant-Garde Foster Family Agency is a non-profit 501(c)3
foster care agency founded in 2003 and located at 1655 East 6th
Street, Suite A-4C, Corona, CA 92879. They currently service Riverside, San
Bernardino, and Orange Counties.
CARF is an international, nonprofit accreditor founded in
1966 that set standards of excellence for human service organizations whose
programs and services cover the spectrum from youth to older adults in a
variety of settings.
For more information about the accreditation process, please
visit the CARF website at www.carf.org.
For additional information, contact Regina Aguilar at
951-735-5300.
Some people may think I’m crazy by taking my autistic boys
to a Harlem Globetrotter game. What was I thinking about taking my boys out to
a loud and crowded place? It’s a place that is filled with lots of people
and loud noises. It’s a place where people may not understand my autistic
children who screamed just a little and kicked the back of someone’s chair.
It’s all good though. I get questioned all the time
about places I take my boys. Such as, “But they have autism, are you sure this
is a place for them? Yes, it’s a place for them. Mind you I may not be
able to watch the entire show. I may have to walk in the hallways a bit, and I
may spend some time making sure the seats in front of us aren’t kicked.
My patience may be pushed to the limits, and I may even cry a bit.
Are you wondering, why put me through this? Is it even worth
going? The answer is Yes, it’s worth everything I do.
By exposing my autistic boys to an environment which they
may not be as comfortable in, over time they will become more comfortable.
We all are uncomfortable one time or another, more often
than not probably. So why should it be any different for my boys? With my
boys, I just have to ease into things a little slower and gradually.
I may not have seen all of the show this time, but I have to say I did see more than the last event we attended. I believe in the future we will be able to sit and watch an entire show/event; it just takes patience and God by our side.
Melody Kraemer is the Editor and Publisher of Macaroni Kid: Jurupa Valley-Eastvale and Macaroni Kid: Riverside. For more information or general encouragement, feel free to email her at: autismmomofboys@gmail.com
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