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Eastvale Community News Complete Edition November 2017

The Eastvale Community News covers local news for Eastvale, Norco,  Corona, and Chino. Click the following link to access the complete issue in pdf format: ALL.EastvaleNews.11-2017

Halloween Auto Accident

Photo courtesy: Eastvale Resident

By Anthony Saude

Eastvale – Riverside County Fire Department responded to a call at Halloween night about an automobile accident on the corner of Schleisman and Cedar Creek in the city of Eastvale.

Captain Schmidt from the original Eastvale Fire Station 27 on Hamner said “the call came in at approximately 9:30 pm and we were out there until after midnight”.

“Truck 17 from Glen Avon, Fire Engines from Station 31 and 27, all the same Fire Department, were dispatched to the scene said the Captain”. “Three people were trapped in the vehicles and had to be extricated using the “Jaws of Life” said Captain Schmidt. Capt. Schmidt said “the victims suffered minor injuries and were transported via ambulance to a local hospital to treat their injuries”. “The intersection was partially closed off to traffic while the firefighters continued working” the Captain added.

An Eastvale Resident posted: “Unfortunate accident on Halloween night. Fire department is continuing to free the last passenger. Corner of Schleisman and Cedar Creek. Many accidents have happened in this corner, city of Eastvale needs to put a stop light/sign on this intersection” Another resident had this to say, “I have to tell you this city amazes me more and more every day. My husband and I heard the accident and ran out of the house quickly. There were already people running over to assist help. Calls to 911 were being made. What didn’t stop was the flood of neighbors that kept heading over to help in whatever way they could. There were dozens of neighbors that ran and jumped in to help. I even said to my husband who are all these people that keep coming. He just said “they are our neighborhood”. Thank goodness we have good and caring people surrounding us.

14 Years Of Carpet Cleaning Experience

By Michael Armijo

 

Eastvale – Honesty and integrity are always a factor in business and are sought out continuously. But how some people get there is through longevity and experience. When you have all four of those elements you have no choice but to be successful in your field. Extreme Carpet Care clients have boasted they’ve received all four of those components. Honesty, integrity, longevity and especially experience. A great reason to get your carpets cleaned at a reasonable price. “Robert was great and did a wonderful job on the carpet in our new home,” said Daniel Radillo, who recently had his carpets cleaned in the home he bought in neighboring Jurupa. “I was budgeting for new carpet, but had to wait, but glad I did. Extreme Carpet Care saved that carpet and now I won’t need to purchase new carpet until next year, I am so thankful.” Extreme Carpet Care has a unique slogan, simple and honest: “If it comes out, we can get it out.” Their workmanship can speak for itself and their introductory special will allow you to try them out. For only $85 they’ll deep clean 3 rooms and a free hallway. That’s an entire house in many areas or high traffic rooms in larger homes. Their van mounted high powered equipment doesn’t bury the dirt but instead deep cleans and removes it with deep suction while using quality, environmentally friendly products. “You can try us at the great rate, which includes pre-spotting and deodorizer,” added Robert. “We will add carpet protection for 2 rooms ($15 a room) and get a 3rd room protected for FREE. Where else can you find $30 for added protection against stains?” Call 909.376.3766 today and have Robert and his team deep clean and protect your carpets at an affordable rate and with over 14 years of experience behind them.“If it can’t be cleaned we’ll be honest and not take your money,” he added. “We know we’ll be back to have that new carpet cleaned in the future by being honest today.”

Toys Needed For Christmas Gift Mart

Eastvale – It may not feel like Christmas yet in California, but we are only 5 weeks away from our VantagePoint Church Christmas Gift Mart Outreach Event. This amazing event will help 400 low-income families in the Inland Empire give their children Christmas gifts they might not otherwise be able to afford.  This Sunday, October 29, 2017, we will have a “fill the truck toy drive” at Eleanor Roosevelt High School from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. We need 2,100 toys/gifts to make this event work. Every donation helps!

Here are a couple of reminders:

  • We are asking for gifts to be valued between $15-$30
  • Unable to shop? We can take cash donations and turn them into toys for you.
  • Unable to be there Sunday? No problem, you can drop off your donation the following Sunday at VantagePoint Church’s ConnectionPoint or come by the church office on Monday.

For more information, please visit vantagepointchurch.org or call 909-465-9700.  Thank you for helping us be Living Proof of a Loving God!

Can You Stop A Barking Dog?

Photo courtesy: Google Images

By Marissa Mitchell

Last week, a woman in Eastvale posted her frustration on the city Facebook page regarding a very loud dog her neighbors have.

What to do about neighboring barking dogs – particularly when they consistently disturb the peace of surrounding residents – can be a relevant question for many.

If a person calls Animal Control, this will not do much to alleviate the immediacy of the barking noises. Animal Control will mail a form to the complaining resident, one that stipulates that the dog is disturbing the peace. That form, in turn, will be sent to the address of the dog’s owner, after which the reporting resident will have to attend court to finally issue a citation. This process can take quite a while.

Those affected by the barking of a neighbor’s dog may take the old-fashioned approach of simply asking the dog owner/neighbor to control their dog’s barking, perhaps through a bark collar. This may or may not be effective depending of the type and receptivity of the person approached. If so confronted, the dog owner may also voice a concern of humane animal treatment, since dog collars are suspected on some level of incurring pain to the animal.

One resident responded to the Facebook complaint by suggesting a “Sonic Bird House Bark Control” sustainable outdoors. This essentially is a bark collar but in a birdhouse form, one that can be placed outdoors, in one’s own yard, without breaking down because of weather. If a person uses this, he or she is essentially controlling the barking of a neighbor’s dog without that neighbor’s permission through ultrasonic sound waves.

Back in 2009, Riverside County – Eastvale and Norco included – approved an anti-nuisance ordinance aimed at silencing noisy dogs by increasing fines for owners up to $500 and including remedies such as obedience training. This process, however, does go through Animal Services and through the Court process, as described above.  The law is meant to expedite the process by allowing an administrative hearing officer, sometimes a practicing attorney in arbitration, to hear the complaints and make the decisions quickly, but this is not always the case.

In Chino Hills, residents are instructed to contact the Inland Valley Humane Society. In Chino, citizens must call Animal Control, and if after hours, a police officer will be dispatched, but only if the caller reveals his or her identity. Generally, simply a warning is issued initially. The same process is outlined for Diamond Bar residents. Thus, there doesn’t seem to be any one expedient way to handle barking dogs in one’s neighborhood, and, while there is some sort of process, it will not be quickly remedied through the government.

What Does 4% vs. 6% Mean?

Gil Rivera offers a 4% Total Commission for Sellers. For more information, go to sellyourcasa.com or call (877) 888-SOLD (7653).

By Sarah Sanchez

 

Southern California – What does 4% opposed to 6% really mean? If you’re selling your home, you’ll pay a 6% commission to the realtors. But with Gil Rivera from SellYourCasa.com you’ll only pay 4% for the SAME AMOUNT OF WORK! So if your home sells for $500,000, at 6% you’ll fork over $30,000 for commission. With Gil Rivera you’ll only pay $20,000 for both realtors to split. That’s a savings of $10,000!!

Rivera’s Sellers love the fact that he offers a discounted commission, but with full service.  Rivera’s offer of 4% Total Commission for Sellers includes 2.5% to the Buyer’s Agent and 1.5% to Rivera’s office.  Most Realtors negotiate a 6% commission because they have to split the fees with their brokerage. But, as Rivera is the Broker, he passes on the savings to the Seller. This will save Sellers thousands of dollars in commission fees.  His team offers full service for that discounted rate including high quality flyers, professional photos, open houses (as allowable by Seller), and extended advertising coverage on the Internet and social media.

Now, more about what you’re getting from Gil Rivera at SellYourCasa.com: It’s important to know all aspects of your business.  For Gil Rivera from SellYourCasa.com, he absolutely knows every aspect of buying and selling a home.  He is a reliable, experienced, and an affordable Realtor, Broker, and Certified Appraiser.

Rivera sells houses, condos, and two to four unit investment properties in Riverside, San Bernardino, Los Angeles, and Orange counties. He just recently sold another home in Eastvale last month. He also does real estate appraisals for banks, estates, trusts, divorces, attorneys, refinances, home purchases, and probate/inheritance for tax purposes. In addition, Rivera has assistants that work with him who are fluent in Spanish and Chinese, helping to reach people of different dialects all over Southern California.

Rivera’s philosophy is to “treat my clients the way I want to be treated.” In fact, Rivera said that he became a Realtor because he did not like the way his Realtor treated him when he was buying his home. Rivera shows respect for his clients at all times. He listens to what they say, so that he can better serve them.

Rivera also does not push his Buyers into a sale. Rivera said, “I always tell Buyers: ‘You will know right away when we walk into the house that’s meant for you’.  Whether it takes a week or months, my Buyers will always be satisfied with their purchase and never pressured into it.”

Rivera’s current promotion is, “We will SELL your house in four weeks at highest value! We only request a listing period of four weeks, while most other Realtors ask for a six month listing.” Rivera says that “Buyers need to know that they do not need to pay their Realtor any fees for representing them on a purchase. The Buyer’s agent is paid by the Seller, not the Buyer.

Check out Rivera’s website at http://www.SellYourCasa.com to see how many different cities Rivera has sold in and for additional information about his company. You can also call the toll free number at (877) 888-SOLD (7653), or cell phone number (909) 967-4525. He also currently has large freeway billboard signs throughout the San Gabriel Valley and Inland Empire.Call today for a free market evaluation.

Did You Know?

Eastvale Street Sweeping Reminder

City of Eastvale

Eastvale – The City of Eastvale contracts through Waste Management with Dickson Street Sweeping for street sweeping services. This service ensures that all City-approved arterial, residential, industrial and alley roadways are kept clean. Maintaining clean streets keeps the City of Eastvale beautiful and complies with the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements. Residents maybe unaware of the storm water pollution (polluted runoff) problem, and the threat it poses to the local Santa Ana River, lakes and streams.

Street parking is prohibited during the days and times identified on the street sweeping sign posted at the main entrance(s) to each development. The “No Parking Zone” is enforceable during the block of time identified on the posted sign, regardless of the location of the street sweeper on the scheduled route. Street sweeping services will continue rain or shine and will not take place on holidays. Vehicles parked on the street during those days and between the posted hours will be cited under section 10.20.040-Parking prohibited-street sweeping. The fine amount is $50.00. For residents who wish to contest their citations, please follow the instructions located on the back of the citation.

Residents are encouraged to pay close attention to the street sweeping sign(s) posted at the entrance of your development. If you wish to view the street sweeping maps for the community, please visit the Street Sweeping page on the City’s website, www.EastvaleCA.gov/residents/street-sweeping. For more information regarding the street sweeping schedule, general street maintenance or service, please call Eastvale City Hall at (951) 361-0900.

 

Here We Grow Again

City of Eastvale

 

KB Homes – The Lodge, Residential Development Project No. 10-0124

Project Location: Northwest Corner of Limonite Avenue and Scholar Way 205 detached single-family homes on approximately 40 acres.

Planner: Malinda Lim PC approval on March 18, 2015 to add tempered glass panels along Scholar Way Approved Phase II Master Home Plan on December 3, 2015.

HOA Landscape Maintained Areas for the northern portion approved on March 17, 2016. Revised HOA Landscape Maintained Areas for Phase 2 approved on April 28, 2016.

Approved an application to relocate the parking lot for the model home complex because the parking lot has been sold to a homebuyer.

Under construction Symmetry model homes now open Phase I completed.

Phase II under construction.

 

Walmart – Project No. 12-0051

Project Location: Southeast corner of Limonite and Archibald Avenues (APN 144-030-039) Proposal for the development of a 177,000 +/- sq. ft. retail store and several outparcels on 24.78 acres CEQA: EIR Planners: Eric Norris Project was reviewed by the Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission and received a conditional finding of conformance with the Chino Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan. Public review of DEIR available from September 27 to November 17, 2016.

On March 15, 2017, the Planning Commission reviewed and recommended approval of the project to City Council. City Council public hearing on April 12, 2017, with a staff recommendation to continue the hearing to April 26, 2017. City Council approval on April 26, 2017. Notice of Determination recorded on April 27, 2017. Approval letter, final conditions, signed resolutions, and stamped plans sent to applicant on May 1, 2017. A lawsuit has been filed by the group, “Eastvale United,” challenging the City’s approval of the project. No court date has been set. City Council approval on April 26, 2017. 2 nd reading for Change of Zone Ordinance on May 10, 2017

 

LBA Realty Industrial Building Major Development Review Project No. 14-1077

Project Location: North of Cantu-Galleano Ranch Road 1,000 feet east of Hamner Avenue. (APN 160-020-033 and 156-050-025) Major Development Review for a 446,173 sq. ft. industrial building on APN 160-020-033 (approximately 24 acres) and overflow parking on APN 156-050-025. CEQA: EIR Planner: Cathy Perring/Yvette Noir Formal application submitted on October 20, 2014. Draft EIR 45-day review period ended Monday, January 25, 2016. At-risk building plans submitted on January 6, 2016; civil plans submitted January 12. Planning Commission approval and EIR certification received April 20, 2016. Issue had arisen re: COA #28 with respect to guard shack location. Staff worked with the applicant over the last couple of months to find an acceptable design that will accommodate adequate truck stacking. Received acceptable solution to allow five trucks to stack on-site, July 7, 2016. Approved revised construction plans on December 22, 2016. Updated burrowing owl survey and mitigation bank contract received on February 6, 2017. Grading permit issued on February 16, 2017. Pre-construction meeting was held February 28, 2017.

 

Goodman Commerce Center Business Park NEC Planning Commission approval on August 5, 2015. Leasing is Attachment Page 9 Map ID Project Notes Current Activity of Bellegrave/Hamner Project No. 15-0551 **see Project No. 11-0271 (No. 2 on this list)

Project Location: Northeast corner of Bellegrave and Hamner Avenues. Proposal for the development of a Business Park.

The development includes 8 buildings totaling approximately 191,356 square feet. The business park will accommodate professional offices, light industrial and light assembly uses. CEQA: Former EIR Project Planner: Eric Norris/Cathy Perring Approval letter sent on August 11, 2015 Construction drawings for all eight buildings approved by Planning on January 30, 2016. Received CDA well site construction and landscape plans. Planning approved revised elevation for Buildings 3 and 4 on April 24th . Construction of Goodman Business Park is complete. Confirmed tenants in the business park (per Goodman) are: · Platinum Collision (Auto-collision Repair) · VW / Audi / Porsche · Provident Realty (Residential Real Estate) · James Lin Motorsports (Off-road Accessories) · Eastvale Academy (Children’s Learning Center) · American Electric Supply (Electrician) · World Financial Group (Financial and Insurance Services) · Hong-Chau T Lee (Optometry) · C-Quence (Jujitsu) · Eastvale Athletics (CrossFit)

 

The Ranch Specific Plan Amendment, Major Development Review, and Tentative Parcel Map (Commercial Portion) Project No. 15-0783 **See Project No. PLN 16-00011 for The RanchIndustrial Portion (No. 21 on the list)

Project Location: Northeast and Southeast corners of Hellman and Limonite (Kimball) Planning Commission reviewed and recommended approval to City Council on November 4, 2015. Approved by City Council on December 9, 2015. Second reading by City Council on January 13, 2016. Approval letter sent following CEQA 30-day statute of limitation ending on January 12, 2016. No challenge was filed. Grading and construction has started. Attachment Page 10 Map ID Project Notes Current Activity Avenues. Moons Site (APNs: 144-010-008-0, 144-101-013- 4) and Rodriguez Site (APN: 144-010-009-1) Specific Plan Amendment to modify existing boundaries for The Ranch SP No. 358 for Planning Areas 1 through 6, land use designation for Planning Area 5, and revisions to allowable uses. No revisions to Planning Areas 7 through 9 are being proposed. This request also included review for: Major Development Review for six (6) industrial buildings totaling 985,000 SF on six (6) parcels, Tentative Parcel Map No. 36787 to divide approximately 97 gross acres into 14 legal parcels CEQA: EIR Addendum Planners: Cathy Perring See notes for Project No. PLN 16-00011 for information on development of the industrial portion of the project. On February 19, 2016, a new owner purchased the six (6) light industrial business park lots that were approved on November 4, 2015 (project #21 on this list). The commercial sites will be developed by the original applicant. Meeting with applicant on October 18, 2016 to discuss status of commercial portion of The Ranch. Staff met with applicant for commercial portion of The Ranch on March 22, 2017 to discuss uses and layout of Planning Areas 2, 3 and 6. Applicant inquired about CUP requirements on May 25, 2017 for a car wash and mini-mart tenant.

Possession of Stolen Property

Riverside County Sheriff’s Department

On Wednesday, October 18, 2017, about 9:06 AM, a resident called to report a vehicle theft of his dirt bike motorcycle. The victim informed officers that his dirt bike motorcycle was stolen from the inside of his garage. The victim posted a picture of the stolen dirt bike, via social media. Numerous residents of Eastvale reported both on social media and through calls for service with dispatch as to seeing two individuals riding on the reported stolen dirt bike.

About 7:00 PM, the victim was notified, via social media, that his stolen dirt bike was placed at a corner near his residence. Deputies assigned to the city of Eastvale conducted further investigation regarding the pictures that were posted on social media. The suspects were identified as eighteen-year old Destin J-Brent and a fifteen-year old juvenile both of Eastvale.

On Thursday, October 19, 2017, Destin J-Brent was booked into Robert Presley Detention Center for possession of stolen property and the juvenile was booked into Juvenile Hall for possession of stolen property.

The Eastvale Police Department would like to thank the vigilante citizens of the community of Eastvale. The leads generated by the citizens of Eastvale helped solve this crime. The power of social media is a great tool for law enforcement as well as community members to be informed with crime in their communities.

Anyone with additional information is encouraged to call Corporal Torres at the Jurupa Valley Station, 951-955-2600. Persons who wish to report criminal activity and wish to remain anonymous can call crime stoppers at 800-78-CRIME (800-782-7463) or 800-47-DRUGS (800-473-7847). You can also leave anonymous information at http://www.riversidesheriff.org/tipline or http://www.wetip.com Opens in New Window.

Citizens may also submit a tip using the Sheriff’s CrimeTips online form.

Costco Inks Deal To Open

Photo courtesy: Google

Staff Reports

 

Eastvale – The last hurdle has been cleared for the long awaited Costco project to move forward without any further negotiations. The city of Eastvale agreed to increase the $2.5 million to $4.5 million in future sales tax to be paid to the centers developer of the Goodman Commerce Center in November of 2016. One month after Eastvale officials agreed to the sales tax refund for the developer Costco has signed a deal to be the project’s retail anchor.

Costco will occupy 10 of the 40 acres set aside for retail in the 205-acre project.  The original pact for the $2.5 million in sales tax from the project was to help pay for street and other infrastructure improvements but the increase in the sales tax was needed to attract the likes of a big box retailer the size of Costco. City officials are very excited and grateful to be getting a Costco this will be a big deal for the city on a couple of different levels, first there is the projected $1.1 million in sales tax annually. Also when companies like Costco commit to be the anchor of the shopping center it all but guarantees other well respected, high revenue retailers will be interested in bringing their businesses to the city. Total infrastructure costs — including street improvements, sidewalks, and water, sewer and utility poles — are expected to be $36 million, according reports by the city. The City Council only agreed to the proposal as long as the lease with Costco was signed by September 30 and the store open by the end of 2018. The City also said they are going to do everything in their power to make it happen even sooner.

Total Care Heating And Air

By Anthony Saude

Corona– Total Care Heating and Air (TCHA) is more than just a catchy slogan, “Your wife is HOT, show her you care fix the air”, they are a full service plumbing, heating and air conditioning company. TCHA is a family owned business that has been open for the past 29 years. Four generations of tradesman are here to help with all your air conditioning and heating and plumbing needs. They pride themselves in providing superior service and customer relationships. At TCHA you can expect prompt and courteous service 6 days, a week and emergency service on Sundays.  Whether it is a new installation or a repair for your current equipment TCHA is the right AC company for the job. Plumbing has been in the family since the 1940’s and great pride is taken in that fact at the office by everyone. Their featured services include Air Conditioning, Heating, Duct Cleaning and Plumbing. Living in the Inland Empire can be very hot and people tend to put things off until they are broken, which of course is when the A/C companies are extremely busy. TCHA has a preventative maintenance plan that was created to help customers avoid the huge repair bills that dirty or inadequate equipment ultimately cost you. When the time comes to replace costly equipment, and it will, the financial burden can be too much for the customer to pay all at once. This is why TCHA offers Electric & Gas Industries Association (EGIA) Financing Program, a program developed by contractors, for Contractors. Historically the process a contractor had to use for a homeowner to get financed was labor intensive and very confusing. EGIA has put together what they believe is the simplest application processes in the history of the industry. They have made it possible for contractors to get approval for a reasonable payment while they are still in the home with the customer.  Indoor Air Quality Facts:The average 6 room house collects 40 pounds of dust a year (Discover Magazine)Air ducts have more germs than a chicken coop (American Lung Association)EPA claims indoor air has been found to be up to 70% more polluted than outdoor air (EPA)Children are more likely than adults to be affected by polluted indoor air (Dept. of Consumer Affairs)A build up of 0.42 inches of dirt on a heating or cooling coil can result in a decrease in efficiency of 21% (EPA)9 out of 10 heating, ventilating, air conditioning systems failures are caused by dust and dirt (Louisiana Coop Extension Service)Many people have allergic reactions to pollen, bacteria, dust mites, mold, and animal dander. Allergies including hay fever and asthma affect 41 million Americans or about one out of six people.The air inside your home is usually 10 times dirtier that it is outside. Major health issues can arise if you don’t make sure your equipment gets an A+ rating from the guys at Total Care Heating and Air. Servicing all of Southern California you can reach them at 844-438-8682 or request an estimate on the website https://www.totalcarehvac.com/ call them first, you won’t be disappointed. Their address is 2867 Sampson Ave, Corona CA 92879

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Eastvale Crime Recap: September 2017

INCIDENT: ANNIVERSARY OF UNSOLVED FATAL HIT AND RUN ACCIDENT

WHEN: 9/6/2017

WHERE: Limonite Avenue between Lucretia Avenue and Wineville Avenue, Jurupa Valley

 

ORIGINAL INCIDIENT: On Tuesday, September 6, 2016, at 2:06 a.m., deputies from the Jurupa Valley Police Department responded to the area of Limonite Avenue and Lucretia Avenue, in reference to a reported traffic collision.  Deputies arrived on scene within minutes, along with personnel from Cal Fire, and located a deceased male in the roadway. The investigation revealed the decedent, whom is a resident of Jurupa Valley, was riding his bicycle westbound on Limonite Avenue when he was struck from behind by a vehicle.  The vehicle did not stop and fled the scene.  Limonite Avenue between Lucretia Avenue and Wineville Avenue, was closed for seven hours due to the investigation.  The name of the deceased male is being withheld until the next of kin can be notified. Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Deputy Ditfurth of the Jurupa Valley Station Traffic Team at (951) 955-2600.

 

UPDATE: One year later, this fatal hit-and-run traffic collision remains unsolved. In the early morning hours, of Tuesday, September 6, 2016, Forrest Holmes, a resident of Jurupa Valley, was riding his bicycle westbound on Limonite Avenue when a vehicle struck him from behind then immediately fled the scene. As part of their investigation, the Jurupa Valley Traffic Team obtained video surveillance from a nearby store. The video showed Holmes riding his bicycle westbound on Limonite Avenue, then seconds later, a white, or light colored sedan is seen driving at a high rate of speed, also westbound Limonite Avenue in the same lane of traffic as Holmes was riding his bicycle in.  To date, the involved vehicle and driver have not been identified, and there are no new leads in this case.  The Jurupa Valley Traffic Team is hoping to solve this case with the help from the public. They are asking for someone to come forward with a credible tip, or to admit they were the driver of the vehicle that night. Anyone with information about the traffic collision is again being asked to contact Deputy Ditfurth #3988 at the Jurupa Valley Police Station Traffic Division at 951-955-2600, or may also submit a tip using the Sheriff’s CrimeTips online form.

 

 

INCIDENT: INDOOR MARIJUANA CULTIVATION/ THEFT OF UTILITIES

WHEN: 9/6/2017

WHERE: 1200 Block of Columbia, Eastvale

DETAILS: On September 6, 2017, at 3:00 PM, patrol deputies assigned to the city of Eastvale were summoned to a residence in the 12000 block of Columbia, Eastvale, reference a possible possession of stolen property investigation.  While at the residence, they located evidence of an illegal, indoor marijuana grow. The Eastvale Special Enforcement Team was notified and a search warrant was granted for the location. Members of the Jurupa Valley Station’s Special Enforcement Team, served the search warrant around 7:20 PM. Evidence of illegal marijuana cultivation along with an electrical bypass to steal electricity were located inside of the residence. There were no persons at the location during the investigation. Over 1600 marijuana plants were located inside the residence. The investigation is on-going. Anyone with further information regarding this case is urged to contact Deputy Kiley Hansen at the Jurupa Valley Sheriff’s Station, (951) 955-2600.

INCIDENT: AT RISK MISSING PERSON

WHEN: 9/6/2017

WHERE: 3700 Block of Quartz Canyon Rd., Jurupa Valley

DETAILS: On September 6, 2017, at 3:08 PM, deputies assigned to the city of Jurupa Valley Police Department were dispatched to the 3700 block of Quartz Canyon, regarding a missing person.  A case worker from the Good Samaritan Hospital in Bakersfield, CA reported 61-year-old Mario Garcia Sanchez had not arrived at his new care facility in Jurupa Valley.  Mr. Sanchez is described as a Hispanic male adult, 5’09” tall, thin build, with a salt and pepper buzzed haircut.  He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt, shorts, and black Nike flip flops.  Mr. Sanchez was seen walking in the area on video surveillance, but he never arrived at his destination.  Mr. Sanchez does have some medical issues and he may appear dazed and confused if located.

INCIDENT: SEXUAL BATTERY INVESTIGATION AND ARREST

WHEN: 9/12/2017

WHERE: 1200 Block of Hamner Ave., Norco

DETAILS: On Tuesday, September 12, 2017, at 3:52 p.m., deputies from the Norco Sheriff’s Office responded to a business in the 1200 block of Hamner Avenue, in the City of Norco. Upon arrival, deputies learned an adult male suspect had sexually assaulted two adult females and one juvenile. All three incidents occurred inside of the business, while the victims were shopping. The suspect was able to flee the location prior to the arrival of the deputies. Store security camera footage captured the suspect on video.  On Saturday, September 16, 2017, about 3:57 p.m., deputies were advised the suspect had returned to the business and left after being inside the store for several minutes. Deputies were able to develop investigative leads that led to the identification and location of the suspect. On Sunday, September 17, deputies contacted the suspect at his residence in the city of Eastvale. The suspect was identified as Miguel Muro, age 30. The suspect was subsequently arrested for several counts of sexual battery and booked at the Robert Presley Detention Center. The Norco Sheriff’s Office is concerned there may be additional victims who might have been assaulted by the same suspect. They are encouraged to contact Deputy Robertson of the Norco Sheriff’s Office at 270-5673. Citizens may also submit a tip using the Sheriff’s CrimeTips online form.

 

INCIDENT: WANTED GANG MEMBER IN POSSESSION OF FIREARM AND DRUGS

WHEN: 9/21/2017

WHERE: Dirt Field near 34th St. and Wallace St., Jurupa Valley

DETAILS: On September 21, 2017, about 1:45 PM, members of the Riverside County Sheriff Department’s Region 7 Gang Task Force contacted a Hispanic male adult living in an abandoned motorhome in a dirt field near 34th Street and Wallace Street in Jurupa Valley. Task Force officers recognized the male as 29 year-old Jurupa Valley resident Miguel Angel Aguilar. Task Force officers also recognized Aguilar as being a member of a criminal street gang. Aguilar was also being sought for an active PRCS or Post Release Community Supervision felony warrant and an additional felony warrant for vehicle theft.  Task Force officers conducted a probation search of the motorhome and located a loaded firearm and methamphetamine. Aguilar was arrested and later booked into the Robert Presley Detention Center for the following charges:

  • Felon in possession of a firearm
  • Felon in possession of drugs with a loaded firearm
  • Gang member in possession of a loaded and unregistered firearm
  • Felon in possession of ammunition
  • Under the influence of methamphetamine while armed
  • Two outstanding felony warrants

 

INCIDENT: INDOOR MARIJUANA CULTIVATION, THEFT OF UTILITIES, POSSESSION OF UNREGISTERED FIREARM

WHEN: 9/21/2017

WHERE: 6400 Block of Emerald Downs, Eastvale

DETAILS: On September 21, 2017, at 4:00 PM, members of the Jurupa Valley Station’s Special Enforcement Team served a search warrant in the 6400 block of Emerald Downs in the city of Eastvale. Evidence of illegal marijuana cultivation along with an electrical bypass to steal electricity were located inside of the residence. The following suspects were arrested and booked into the Robert Presley Detention Center for cultivation of marijuana, possession of cocaine, theft of utilities and possession of an unregistered firearm:

  • Yong Heng Huang, 20-year-old resident of Eastvale
  • Jia Jun Li, 20-year-old resident of Eastvale
  • Jing Feng Ma, 20-year-old resident of Eastvale
  • Da Yi Xiong, 21-year-old resident of Pasadena

 

 

Candlelight Vigil

Photo by Will and Darlene Stickles

The Candle light vigil was held on October 5, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. in the Eleanor Roosevelt High School front parking lot.  The vigil was heartfelt and well attended. Many people shared experiences, offered condolences, and gave respect to those who have passed during this terrible tragedy.

Eastvale Community News Complete Edition October 2017

The Eastvale Community News covers local news for Eastvale, Norco,  Corona, and Chino. Click the following link to access the complete issue in pdf format: EastvaleNews.10-2017

Local Victims Identified After Las Vegas Shooting

Staff Reports

Police Officials states that on October 1st, Stephen Paddlock, 64, opened fire on a crowd of more than 22,000 concertgoers from his hotel room on the 32nd floor of the Mandalay Bay Hotel. At least 59 people were killed during the La Vegas shooting and more than 500 have been injured. Members of the local community were among those killed, injured, or witnessed the horrific event.

Rocio Guillen

Eastvale resident, Rocio Guillen, was killed during the shooting. Guillen had four children and was engaged to Chris Jaksha.  Reports also state she recently had a baby.

Three GoFundMe accounts have been setup for Rocio’s families. The first account was setup Rocio’s oldest son, with the help of his aunt.  An updated description on the GoFundMe page stated that the funds will go towards Rocio’s funeral service and be given to all four of her children.  Here is the link to this account: https://www.gofundme.com/support-for-marcus-chris. A second GoFundMe account was created by longtime family friends of Rocio’s fiancé. The funds will be given to Rocio’s fiancé and all four children: https://www.gofundme.com/4irnbc8. The last GoFundMe account was setup by Rocio’s cousin, Valerie, to help pay for funeral costs: https://www.gofundme.com/rocio-guillen-rocha. All three GoFundMe accounts have been confirmed to be legitimate.

Family friend, Rebecca Prunk McNeal, is also collecting donations for Rocio’s two infant children: a 18 month-old and a 2 months-old.  She requested community members drop off wipes, Enfamil Gentleease formula, applesauce or fruit type pouches, juice boxes, or toddler type bars and yogurt melts (non-perishable items) or Target, Walmart and grocery gift cards. A Facebook post stated they had quite a few diapers donated.

The donations can be dropped off at the following locations:

  • Chino Hills North drop off location: 3393 Tupelo St. Chino Hills
  • Chino Hills South drop off location: 16656 Longacre Ave Chino Hills
  • Eastvale location: 13862 Almond Grove Ct. Eastvale 92880

Chris Roybal

It was reported that a United States military veteran who lived in Corona was also killed.  Chris Roybal, 28, previously served in Afghanistan and attended the concert to celebrate his 29th birthday.  However, he was one of the 59 people who were killed during the event. A friend of Chris’ setup this GoFundMe account for funeral costs: https://www.gofundme.com/chris-roybal-family-relief-fund. This account has been confirmed as legitimate.

Austin Davis

 

Another young man also lost his life at the concert. Austin Davis, 29, was loved by many. His mom is a staff member at Eleanor Roosevelt High School.  Staff members of ERHS setup the following GoFundMe account for his memorial: https://www.gofundme.com/austin-davis-memorial-fund.  This account has been confirmed as legitimate.

 

Brad Powers

Among those who were injured was San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department’s employee Sergeant Brad Powers.  He is a “19-year veteran, assigned to the Fontana Station,” stated Sheriff John McMahon. “He is currently in critical but stable condition, being treated at a Las Vegas area hospital. I want to thank everyone who came to Brad’s aid. Please keep him and his family in your thoughts and prayers,” continued McMahon. This GoFundMe account was setup by a family friend: https://www.gofundme.com/powers-assitance-fund. This account has not been confirmed as of yet.

 

 

 

Michael, Summer and their baby girl

Ontario Police Officer and former Eastvale resident, Michael Gracia, was shot in the head, but miraculously survived.  He was taken to surgery, along with his girlfriend and mother of his child, Summer. They recently had a daughter together. A recent report states that Michael and Summer have been released from the hospital and Michael was transported to a rehabilitation center for additional treatment.  A GoFundMe account was created by a friend who is raising money for medical bills and general bills: https://www.gofundme.com/michael-gracia-and-summer. This account has been confirmed as legitimate.

 

 

Rick Uribe and his wife

Rick Uribe of Chino was also injured: shot twice in the stomach on the right and left side. An update stated he is currently on a breathing machine to help stabilize his body but will hopefully be removed in the next 24 hours, starting his long road to recovery. This GoFundMe account was setup by Rick’s daughter to help pay for bills as her dad recovers: https://www.gofundme.com/x8yht-ricks-road-to-recovery. This account has been confirmed as legitimate.

Jason McMillian is another local resident that was shot.  He is a Riverside County Sheriff’s Deputy, a father, and a fiancé. Jason and his fiancé Fiorella were both injured but are improving. Jason has a long recovery ahead so a GoFundMe was setup to cover the costs of his medical bills: https://www.gofundme.com/jason-mcmillan  This account has been confirmed as legitimate.

Rocky Palermo, of Diamond Bar, was shot in the back at the festival. Since doctors thought surgery would be too risky, he has to live with shrapnel in his back forever.  He was recently released from the hospital and a GoFundMe account was setup to help with medical expenses not covered by insurance: https://www.gofundme.com/rocky-palermo-medical-fund. This account has been confirmed as legitimate.

Many local members of the community attended the event but thankfully, weren’t physically harmed.

Eastvale resident, Brittany Calderon, described her experience at the concert: “I was there listening to Jason Aldean. About 4 songs in, we heard noise that sounded like fireworks. We thought nothing of it, so the show went on and everyone stayed calm. A few seconds later, we heard the noise again and this time we knew they were gunshots. We ran as fast as we could to the nearest exit. There was a mob of hundreds of people running for their lives while the gunshots were going nonstop. My friend and I found a “safe spot” across the street behind a big rig and as we as well as maybe 15 others thought we were safe, we heard more gunshots and they sounded really close to us so we ran and ran and ran. I don’t recall everything, but I jumped a fence, hid in an apartment complex, in a construction that was pitch black, a mob of us broke through a glass door, then ran to the Hooters Hotel. We all hid in their restaurant where I came across a young woman who had been shot on her arm and leg. (She was literally right next to me.) During this whole incident I had been so calm, up until I got into Hooters. I absolutely lost it. That was when I decided to call my mom to tell her what was happening. Someway somehow, we got out of the hotel and had a random man give us and as two others a ride away from the strip.”

Calderon describes how she felt when she returned home, “No injuries at all, just very mentally traumatized at the moment. This event was absolute devastating. I did not think I was going to make it but here I am.”

Pastor Mark Lee of VantagePoint Church shares the experience that Eastvale resident, Adam De Corte had.  De Corte is the church’s Pastor of Hospitality and he said, “We didn’t know what was going on. All we heard was pop, pop, pop until finally we realized that it wasn’t fireworks. People were dying. It’s one thing to talk or read of evil. It was something completely different to be caught right in the middle of it. I didn’t know what to do.” Lee’s Facebook post continued as he talked about the three things he can do for Las Vegas: pray for those involved, refuse to lose hope, and fight evil with good.

Local resident, Jana Elizabeth, wanted to help the community members affected by this tragedy.  She is a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in grief and loss counseling and posted the following message on various Eastvale Facebook groups: “I would like to offer my services pro bono for up to four sessions to anyone who has been affected by the incidents in Las Vegas. I can be contacted at 909-248-3671. Prayers to all those affected by this heinous crime.”

Avery Centre Counseling group also offered free counseling group sessions via Eastvale Facebook groups. “Free group sessions the rest of the week to help those affected by this tragedy. Please contact http://www.averycentre.com or on Facebook: The Avery Centre. 909-597-2226. We’re here for you!”

An Eastvale Candlelight Vigil will also take place for Las Vegas Victims on Thursday, October 5, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. The vigil will be held in the Eleanor Roosevelt High School front parking lot to honor those impacted by this tragic event.

“This is a tremendous loss for our community,” Mayor Joe Tessari said about the event in a recent statement. “I think all of us are aware of someone in the city who was either taken from us, injured or present when this horrific crime occurred. It’s time for us to, again, give our love and support to those who have been directly affected by this tragedy.” Tessari continued by saying “one of the characteristics I love most about Eastvale is how we come together to lift up members of our community in times of crisis.”

Corona Fire Evacuees Allowed To Return to Homes

By Anthony Saude

 

Inland Empire – Firefighters from Riverside and Orange counties are battling a brush fire that began Monday afternoon on the shoulder of the eastbound 91 Freeway near the Riverside-Orange county line. After four days of battling the fire, heat and wind in the hills above a Corona neighborhood the fire officials have increased the containment report to 45% as of Thursday morning.

Authorities received a report of the fire shortly before 1 pm on September 24 that a fire was burning in east Anaheim just west of the Green River Road exit. About 1900 firefighters, police and personnel have been attacking the wind-driven flames with hoses ont the ground and dropping water from aircraft overhead.  The over 1500 residents that were evacuated in the Corona area have been cleared to return to their homes as of September 26. Coronits, John Adams, Prado View, Eisenhower and Franklin elementary schools; and Cesar Cahavez Academy and Citrus Hills Intermediate School of CNUSD are still closed as of Wednesday.

Firefighters are continuing to build and reinforce the fire line, mop up hot spots and patrol the fire perimeter”, all according to a news release from the Orange County Fire Authority. Even though the fire hasn’t gotten any larger they have fire authorities have not updated to full containment. Historically until there is a physical line, some sort of break that will keep the fire from spreading has been built all around the fire. Firefighters would prefer to err on the side of caution before claiming full containment.

There haven’t been any injuries reported to date due to the fire and only one home was damaged and the trailer of a semi-truck was destroyed.

Although their neighborhoods were burning and the future of their homes were uncertain the residents had nothing but praises for the hard work and diligence the firefighters and all personnel responsible for their protection. Fire trucks in almost every driveway to protect the homes, dozens were saved thanks to the efforts of these community heroes. A unified command was composed of the Anaheim, Corona, and Los Angeles County fire departments, the OCFA, U.S. Forest Service and Cal Fire.

The Riverside County Board of Supervisors declared a local emergency Tuesday for the Canyon Fire that order will increases stat and federal assistance in the firefight. The cause of the fire is still unknown at this time.

https://www.coronaca.gov/government/departments-divisions/fire-department/canyon-fire-update will give you current updates about the fire and Corona roads and school information.

Facebook activated its “safety check” feature for users in the vicinity of the fire as a way to “check on friends or mark yourself safe,” according to the social media platform.

 

Raahauges Shooting Enterprises In Eastvale

To learn more about available lessons, activities, events, and more, call (951) 735-7981 or visit http://www.raahauges.com.

Staff Reports

Eastvale – Raahauges Shooting Enterprises offers a variety of shooting options & fun for the whole family. From beginners to more advanced skill sets, explore some of our main services or call for more information. And they’re right here in Eastvale, off River and Hellman.
​​Bring your favorite shotgun to Raahauge’s 25-station Sporting Clays course. There are Ten stations are great for warm-up or practice. The other 15 stations offer more challenging target flight to perfect you technique.

The private bays are built up with dirt and wood. You or your group will be assigned a bay for your 2 hours by a range master. There is a separate 100 Yard Rifle Range that has eight seats available. All the targets are 100 yards away at these stations and they are for rifle practice only.

Mike Raahauge Shooting Enterprises hosts a Sporting Clays Fun Shoot on the second Sunday of each month. It is open to the public and it is also a chance for the National Sporting Clays Association (NSCA) members to register their targets. The office opens at 7:30 am on fun shoot days and shooting starts at 8 am.

Fees are as follows:

$32 per person

$12 for 17-and-under and Active Duty Military personnel with valid identification.

If there no one is waiting in line when you are finished with your 2 hours of shooting, you are welcome to stay longer.

For the handgun enthusiast we offer an annual Pistol Membership:

$550 for Individual or a family, a family being adult with 17 years old and under members.

If the 100-yard Rifle Range is available, you are more than welcome to use it at no additional charge.

Guest fee is $32 a person. Good on Weekdays Only. *ONLY CALIFORNIA LEGAL GUNS ARE ALLOWED

How to Optimize Your Home Office

By StatePoint

The old 9-to-5 isn’t what it used to be. As more companies embrace telecommuting, a growing number of employees are finding that even in the professional realm, there’s no place like home.

Here’s how to set up a home office for success.

• Commission floor plans. It’s a good idea to have plans drawn up by an architect. Knowing your exact square footage has tax-savings implications: If your home office is your principal workplace, you may qualify for a home office tax deduction (for what the IRS calls “business use of your home”) based on the overall area of that space. Plus, an architect may be able to see beyond walls to find potential spatial configurations you might not have considered.

• Define your workspace. Working from home may be an escape from the monotony of cubicle land, but it’s still important to define your workspace. If it’s not possible to turn an existing room into your office, consider using an uncluttered portion of your basement, attic or garage. A tax deduction applies only to space used exclusively as a home office, so simply putting a desk in your living room doesn’t make you eligible, nor will it prevent distractions.

• Get comfortable. Don’t just grab an extra dining room chair. Chair designs have improved thanks to ergonomic research over the last half century. Choose one that will keep your posture vertical and your mind sharp.

• Get lit. Ideally, your home office will have at least one window, but also invest in a swing-arm desk lamp to provide ample illumination for concentrated tasks.

• Clear clutter. Avoid toppling stacks of documents and make the recycling bin your new best friend. A small filing cabinet should be able to hold all your records, and many home furnishings can be repurposed if a filing cabinet feels too corporate.

• Grow something. Not only are there health benefits associated with keeping plants indoors, they’ll be there when you need to take a break. A little gentle pruning can prove meditative, and can be a good way to refocus.

• Keep a schedule. Online newsfeeds and day-to-day housework can be distracting. Approach working at home with the same level of professionalism you’d bring to an office setting. Display a clock and wall calendar for visual reminders of deadlines.

• Communicate. Responding promptly to emails and calls lets co-workers know that you’re reliable. Substitute face-to-face time with FaceTime (or another video-enabled communication service). Thanks to such technology, you can share space with co-workers a continent away.

• Take breaks. Anyone familiar with water cooler chatter knows that offices are highly social. That’s an aspect of your day that can feel like it’s missing. So step outside every few hours; wave to your neighbor or walk to a coffee shop.

For more home office tips, visit topicarchitecture.com.

By adopting a few design strategies and organizational habits, you can get your best work done from your home office.

 

Youth Basketball League-Register Now!

City of Norco

Is your child a basketball hopeful? Register her or him for the 2017-2018 Youth Basketball Season.  Register now!.

  • Pee Wee League (Co-ed):  Boys/Girls born 2012 & 2013
  • Instructional League (co-ed): Boys/Girls born 2010 & 2011
    Registration deadline for Pee Wee and Instructional has passed. 

For Ages 8-13 for “C”,”B”, “A” Divisions.

  • Boys and Girls “C” born 2008/2009
    (Boys and Girls born in 2007 and in the 4th grade are eligible-proof required)
  • Boys and Girls “B” born 2006/2007
    (Boys and Girls born in 2005 and in the 6th grade are eligible-proof required)
  • Boys and Girls “A” born 2004/2005
    (Boys and Girls born in 2003 and in the 8th grade are eligible-proof required)
    Registration deadline for Divisional leagues is Thursday, November 2, 2017.

    Registration Fees are $100 resident / $110 non-resident per participant. All games are held at Riley Gymnasium located at 3950 Acacia Ave, Norco 92860. NO REFUNDS issued after last day of registration. Please register at Parks and Recreation office at 2870 Clark Ave., Norco, CA Monday-Thursday, 10:00am to 3:00pm.
    For more information please contact  Emendez@ci.norco.ca.us

Dreaming Dreams

Pastor Rob Norris, The Crossings

Pastor Rob Norris, The Crossings

By Pastor Rob Norris

 

So then, while we have opportunity, let us do good to all people.
Galatians 6:10

 

I think one of the greatest needs in the Christian community is for individual men and women to dream some dreams about how they can use their talents to impact people’s lives for Christ.

Let me tell you about a family that is making a difference. A small family ministry called Standing with Hope provides prosthetic limbs for below-the-knee amputees, not only in the United States, but also in Ghana, Africa.

The process of adding “skin” covering to make a prosthetic look real can cost thousands of dollars—far too costly for an outreach whose goal is to help as many people as possible be able to walk again. That’s where the family’s 15-year-old son, Grayson Rosenberger, comes in. While noodling over an entry idea for a nationwide science contest, Grayson came across one of his mom’s old, discarded prosthetic legs. He found that by wrapping it in a very common household item, he could give the mechanical limb a realistic shape.

His inexpensive solution? Bubble wrap.

Total cost for application? About one dollar.

No, it doesn’t look like skin. But with the right hose or stockings, the prosthetic leg can be made to look real. And for poverty-stricken adults and children in Africa who are often ostracized and teased for the primitive, bare-bones appearance of a fake leg, this is a confidence-creating alternative.

Bubble wrap. Who’d have thought?

Could it be that there’s a right-under-your-nose opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives—right where you are? Could it be that, if you slowed down and set your mind on seeking God for a way you could really serve Him, He might lay out an idea that’s so simple, you’ll be shocked you didn’t think of it earlier?

Just think. Bubble wrap.

 

Live IT

Every person and every couple has an assignment from God—a ministry. What’s yours? If you can’t articulate your ministry, plan a time when you can begin to pray and think together.

Pray

Express your availability to God, and ask Him to show you the best way to serve.

 

Meeting @ 10:00 at River Heights Intermediate School 7227 Scholar Way, Eastvale CA.

Trusting and believing with you.

Pastor Rob