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Clark’s Helps You Live Better!

Staff Reports

CHINO – When it comes to health and nutrition, one size does not fit all. Just ask your neighborhood’s health and nutrition market, Clark’s Nutrition and Natural Foods Market who strive to make lives better one customer at a time.
Clark’s equates success not with size but with integrity, responsibility and service.

“The cornerstone of Clark’s market position is to provide reliable scientific information for the consumer’s benefit in making educated and informed decisions resulting in vibrant health,” Clark’s website states.

Spanning three generations, Clark’s Nutrition and Natural Foods Markets was founded in 1972 in Riverside by the Clark family patriarch, Jim Clark, whose vision of healthy living grew into what is today a 60 billion-dollar industry.

Today’s, Jim’s grandchildren have taken over the reins of Clark’s Nutrition and Natural Foods Markets. Grandson Jeff Clark is president, his brother Bruce Clark is vice president of retail development, and their sister Tracy Clark is the director of finance.
Their newest location in Chino, 12835 Mountain Avenue (at corner of Mountain Avenue and Riverside Drive), boasts a large selection of organic, gluten free, grass-fed beef, vitamins and raw foods. They also carry an extensive collection of health and beauty production including, celebrity Suzanne Somers’ skin care and cosmetic line, “SUZANNE Organics.”

Clark’s puts an emphasis on connecting with the community through various in-store and local events.

With locations in Loma Linda, Riverside, Rancho Mirage, and now Chino, Clark’s Nutrition lives up to their motto, “Live Better …We Can Help!”They provide regular free lectures on various health related topics and make-up tutorials with professional make-up artists.

Customers will appreciate their knowledgeable and helpful staff. Clark’s employees undergo a comprehensive in-house training curriculum, and continuing their education “which is now accredited”.
So, for all your health and nutritional needs, look no further than Clark’s in Chino or any of their other I.E. locals. Clark’s is open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day. Stop by for yourselves and experience Clark’s great customer service, knowledgeable staff, and affordable pricing. Whatever your health goals, Clark’s can help! Visit www.clarksnutrition.com.

Give Peace a Chance This Thanksgiving

Pastor Mark Lee of Vantage Point in Eastvale

Pastor Mark Lee of Vantage Point in Eastvale

By Pastor Mark Lee

Millions of Americans will soon be giving thanks while gorging on platefuls of turkey.  Although Thanksgiving became a national holiday in 1863, this feasting tradition can be traced back several hundred years earlier to Plymouth, Massachusetts. In 1621, Puritan settlers celebrated their first good harvest with an impressive banquet. The most remarkable aspect of this first Thanksgiving was that it was made possible by the region’s natives. Despite their obvious differences, the Wampanoag people had helped the settlers survive.

While it is highly likely that the natives were concerned by the Puritans, they overcame their suspicions and reached out. Over the next several weeks, it is possible that many of us will find ourselves in a similar position. Statistics reveal that one of the most stressful aspects of the holiday season is family.  Ancient hostility and old offenses can leave us feeling hurt, angry or anxious.  And, while our complicated relationships are avoidable throughout the year, the holidays often make them inescapable.

Skipping Thanksgiving dinner with the family may be tempting, but the reality is that we all eventually come in contact with “haters.”  When doing so, we need to be honest and apologetic about the role we play in the discord.  And, above all, we need to give grace to those who have wronged us.  After all, how many times have you regretted something you have said or done that was unkind?

One of the most powerful ways to combat tension is with kindness. In Luke 6:35, Jesus says, “Love your enemies, do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return, and your reward will be great.”  Imagine how shocked the settlers were when the natives lent a helping hand. Now, imagine how shocked Grumpy Uncle Bob would be if you gave him the last piece of pumpkin pie. What could be sweeter than a peaceful holiday season?

VantagePoint Church meets at Roosevelt High School on Sundays at 9:30 and 11:00 a.m.

Winning The Holidays!

Courtesy of Clark’s Nutrition

The holidays are that special time of the year where every indulgence is neatly packaged, socially encouraged, and conveniently available. Pumpkin-spiced, chocolate-dipped, rum-soaked, caramel-topped “megatreats” are found everywhere, from the checkout stand to the drive-thru to school fundraisers. And while the odd confectionary indulgence certainly does not make a bad diet, the holidays have become a seemingly endless parade of pies, sweets, drinks, and culinary inventions of bacchanalian proportions. So what to do if your desire is to enjoy the holidays yet still maintain workout, weight, and longevity goals? The first thing to do is be realistic. Setting a goal to drop 20 pounds is setting oneself up for failure. A more realistic goal would be to maintain one’s weight throughout the holidays whilst allowing for plenty of shared festivities and a few indulgences. Here are a few suggestions that will help in the battle to win the holidays:

-Remember there is always strength in numbers. There is nothing wrong with letting others know of your goals and surprisingly, you may find others who have similar goals

-Prepare and bring healthy snacks to school or work

-Portion-Portion-Portion. Try and use smaller plates and cups (bring if necessary)

-Drink a 12 ounce glass (think soda can size) of water before sitting down at the holiday table

-Offer to bring a healthy dish to parties (what host would say no to eggplant parmesan or grilled cucumber and hummus wraps?)

-Have a healthy snack before going to the party or dinner and once there, plan your meal in your head. Lastly, savor every bite.

-Remember to wait 20 minutes before going for seconds (better to skip them altogether)

Remember that the holiday season is strategically followed by the “New-Years Resolution” season. Making better choices during the former means making easier choices during the latter. Also, having a bite of something sweet now is better than a having 10 bites later. Oftentimes, willpower can dissolve later in the night when our bodies start to wind down. It is possible to wipe a good workout off the map with a few mindless spatula-fulls of pumpkin cheesecake. Being active and even ramping up workouts is a very effective way to make those extra calories work in your favor. Try making some personal record (PR) goals during this time of year. A cupcake-fueled sprint or latte-energized bench press may be your best attempt all year.

  • Plan group activities that are not centered on food, like going on walking tours of decorated homes (also, volunteering opportunities are everywhere during the holidays as needs rise drastically)
  • Be the life of the party! Mingle, move, and burn more calories
  • Let your brain, not your stomach do the choosing. Showing up to functions hungry means being mostly defenseless against overindulgence.
  • Be picky. Take a moment to think about what indulgences are worth your extra work.
  • Get a high-quality digestive enzyme. These supplements can mean the difference between burping and “Burpees”. By assisting digestion, enzymes help
  1. Extract vital nutrients from foods
  2. Shuttle undigested foods through our digestive system
  3. Reduce gas and bloating

The holidays do not have to be an automatic “lose my gains and gain weight” season. It can be a time of intense satisfaction when we prove to ourselves that planning really does lead to success. Plan time to be mindful of your goals and increase your holiday cheer.

Riverside: WRCRWA Construction Update

Construction and odor minimization efforts continue at the WRCRWA Treatment Plant.

Courtesy of the City of Eastvale

WRCRWA November Update

Construction and odor minimization efforts continue at the Western Riverside County Regional Wastewater Authority (WRCRWA) Treatment Plant. The WRCRWA team is committed to providing regular updates to the community about the project. In recent weeks, there has been an increase in concerns regarding odors from the facility and this post is an update on actions WRCRWA has implemented and are in the process of doing: 

  1. Installation of tarp enclosure around solids loading structure. WRCRWA installed a tarp canopy system around the loading structure that was completed on Sept. 15. The purpose of the tarp canopy system is to enclose the loading structure where biosolids are loaded into trailers for offsite disposal. With the enclosure, the goal is to contain the odors and to have the air pass through passive carbon filters to reduce odors. However, WRCRWA staff is not satisfied with the effectiveness of the tarp system as originally designed and installed, and our team is in the process of making modifications to the system. Staff has met with the tarp contractor and modifications are in process and should be re-installed the week of Nov. 16.
  2. Facility misters. Staff checks the misters on a weekly basis.  The misters are changed out as they fail. Our goal is to have 100 percent of the misters running 24/7. There is only one misting system at the facility and staff does not have the ability to turn sections on/off independently.
  3. Centrifuge Building & Temporary Air Scrubber. With the expansion of the facility, three new Andritz Centrifuges are being installed to replace the aged Alfa Lavel Centrifuges installed in 1998. Centrifuges dewater the sludge coming out of the digesters prior to loading solids into trailers for offsite disposal. WRCRWA installed a rented temporary centrifuge and has operated it while the Alfa Lavel Centrifuges were removed and the new Andritz Centrifuges installed. The new Andritz units are now in start-up testing, which should be complete within 7 to 10 days.

    At the end of September a Duall rental air scrubber was installed to treat air within the Centrifuge Building. Although this air scrubber has been working continuously since the end of September, the Centrifuge Building has remained open during working hours so the contractors can install the new Andritz centrifuge units. Because the Centrifuge Building has been open during this installation process, effectiveness of the air scrubber has been diminished during the hours of 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Once construction activities have wrapped up in the Centrifuge Building (anticipated within the next seven to 10 days), the building will remain closed (except for the occasional need to move equipment in/out) aiding in the effectiveness of the air scrubber. The following sequence of events will occur:

    1. Removal of the temporary centrifuge
    2. Relocation of the rental air scrubber where the temporary centrifuge was located
    3. Change out of air ducts from the centrifuge building to the relocated air scrubber
    4. Restart of the air scrubber
    5. Closure of the Centrifuge Building

Items a through e will take another few days, with goal to be complete prior to the Thanksgiving holiday. The result will be a totally enclosed Centrifuge Building with full air scrubbing of air within the Centrifuge Building prior to release to atmosphere.

  1. Digester Operation. WRCRWA has successfully converted one of the two digesters to full aerobic process with the second unit acting as pretreatment sludge thickener using the facultative bacteria process. Both digesters are running well; the aerobic with a musty odor expected from an aerobic process and the facultative digester with a deep layer of clear water suppressing odors from it. Once the Andritz Centrifuges have gone through their start-up testing as explained above, WRCRWA staff will begin working towards operating the facility with one aerobic digester. This one digester operation is required to turn over the other digester to the contractor so it can be converted to anaerobic digestion, which will be a fully enclosed process. After the first digester is converted to anaerobic digestion and put into service, the second digester will be turned over to the contractor for conversion to anaerobic.   Staff is working closely with the contractor on the schedule for this effort and once final dates are determined that information will be shared on our website.
  2. Recent manure smells. In recent weeks a property owner west of the WRCRWA facility has initiated the spreading of manure to fertilize a field used for crops. WRCRWA immediately notified the Air Quality Management District (AQMD), and an AQMD inspector visited our site and the surrounding area and confirmed that there were manure smells coming from the west. WRCRWA is in no manner attempting to shift responsibility; however, we want to report on recent activity in the area.

WRCRWA staff is diligently working to control odors at the facility. Significant effort is being made to systematically work through issues at the plant toward interim and permanent improvements. We appreciate your concerns and your patience during construction and are working as quickly as we can to implement all the improvements to control odors.

A tour of the plant is being scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 12, 10 to 11 a.m. We look forward to showing you all the things we have completed and the progress made that has been made.

For more information, contact WRCRWA Administrator Jeff Sims at 951.571.7220 or visit WRCRWA.org.

Time To Live 2 Give This Thanksgiving

Photo courtesy of Live2Give Facebook page Live2Give team is always in need of volunteers. Be a part of the Live 2 Give Crusade.

Photo courtesy of Live2Give Facebook page
Live2Give team is always in need of volunteers. Be a part of the Live 2 Give Crusade.

By Noah Reyes

“I have shown you in every way, by laboring like this, that you must support the weak. And remember the words of the Lord Jesus, that He said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.'” -Acts 20:35

Thanksgiving is a time of giving back and to remember those less fortunate than us.

We have all had our share of adversities and understand how encouraging the help can be when someone is at a low point in their lives. That is the reason my wife Erika and I created the Live 2 Give charity organization. When we got married, we decided that we were going to build our marriage based on creating wonderful memories of helping others. We are so grateful for the people that God has placed in our lives who continue to help in so many ways. The mission of Live 2 Give Crusade, a non-profit organization, is to help people who are in need and could benefit from receiving a helping hand during tough times, and to share compassion with those we serve.

Be a part of our Thanksgiving Live 2 Give Crusade. Last year, we delivered to 56 homes.  Our goal this year is to deliver well over 300! We need your help assembling and filling boxes with food (lunch will be provided). Join us at Eastvale’s Mayor Ike Bootsma’s home on Nov. 22 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.; and from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. we will be delivering the prepared boxes to the homes of nominated families.

Live 2 Give Crusade welcomes small and large-volume product donations — especially food, bottled water, new and lightly used clothing (for children, men and women), blankets, new toys, markers, crayons, coloring books, baby products, gift cards, and other items that could be used to help someone in need. Every item counts! All product donated to Live 2 Give Crusade will be gratefully received on behalf of the people we serve. It is given to people in need and is never sold.

Live 2 Give also hosts a “Sock It To ‘Em” Homeless Outreach Christmas crusade where we deliver blankets, socks, a variety of items that can be used for hygiene purposes, and dog food for pets. During Valentine’s Day, we host a toy drive for foster children.

We need volunteers, donations of canned goods, hygiene items, toys, books, crayons and people that would like to be a blessing to others. We thank you in advance for your support and interest in wanting to impact others. If you have any questions, please call (888) GODS-WRK (888) 463-7975 or visit our website to learn more about what we do, www.live2givecrusade.com.

We look forward to growing this crusade of blessing others and doing the work that God has put forth for us.

What’s W.O.L.F.F. Been Up To?

WOLFF logoBy Patricia Flinn

EASTVALE-The Wives of Law Enforcement and Firefighters (W.O.L.F.F.) have already begun planning a very busy holiday season!

On Thursday, Nov. 5, members of W.O.L.F.F., along with police officers and firefighters from various Southern California agencies, will be delivering plush toys to Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC). The plush toys will be given to children with chronic illnesses by the officers and firefighters, who will also work on crafts and activities with the children. Collection boxes are located at Eastvale City Hall, and Albertson’s Grocery Store. Residents are encouraged to drop-off a plush toy and partner with public safety families to bring joy and a sense of comfort to the children at CHOC.

On Sunday, Nov. 15 from 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., W.O.L.F.F. will host the 5th Annual “A Taste of Fabulous” Holiday Boutique on Patti Ann Court, in Eastvale. The Boutique will feature 30-plus vendors, offering a wide variety of unique and affordable merchandise for everyone on your Christmas list! For more information, email atofabulous@gmail.com or visit https://m.facebook.com/ATASTEOFFABULOUS.

On Thursday, Dec. 3, at 6:30 p.m., W.O.L.F.F. will host a benefit dinner to kick off The Lieutenant Pat Libertone Charitable Giving Campaign. This event will be held at the Cal-Aero Country Club, located in Chino at 14925 Cal Aero Drive, B181.

Lieutenant Libertone was a 32-year law enforcement officer employed by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.  Lieutenant Libertone tragically lost his life on-duty, while keeping the public safe. The Lieutenant Pat Libertone Charitable Giving Campaign was established to give back to the community and to bring a positive image to American law enforcement. To date, 102 law enforcement officers have been killed in the line of duty. Donations will help to benefit local communities and public safety families which The Wives of Law Enforcement and Fire Fighters are dedicated to serving.

To learn more about W.O.L.F.F. or to make a donation, please visit our website at www.eastvalewolff.com.

Nighttime Full Closures – Southbound I-15 at 91

Nighttime Full Closures – Southbound I-15 at 91; Nights of Nov. 12, 13, 16 and 17

Courtesy of RCTC

The Riverside County Transportation Commission’s 91 Project in Corona will require nighttime full closures of southbound Interstate 15 at the 91, starting Nov. 12.

The roadway will close at 10 pm each night and reopen by 5 am the following morning on Nov. 12, 13, 16 and 17. The connecting ramps to the 91 will remain open during the closures.

The closures will allow crews to place temporary support materials for the construction of a bridge that, when completed, will serve as the new express lane connector between the 15 and the 91.

As a detour, motorists may travel east on the 91, use the McKinley Street off-ramp, and then enter the westbound 91 to reconnect to southbound I-15.

Motorists are reminded to allow extra travel time, follow the designated detour and watch for construction workers and signs. Motorists also are cautioned to use reduced speeds when approaching the detour route; speed limits on the 15 and the 91 are 55 MPH, and fines are doubled in construction zones.

The 91 Project is adding regular lanes, tolled express lanes, auxiliary lanes and direct express connectors from the northbound 15 to the westbound 91 and from the eastbound 91 to the southbound 15. Improvements to interchanges, ramps, lanes and surface streets also will be made along the 91 between the Riverside County/Orange County Line in Corona and Pierce Street in Riverside. The new lanes are expected to open in 2017.

For more information, visit sr91project.info or call the helpline at 877-770-9191.

Eastvale’s October Council Meeting Recap

Photo By: Emily Aguilar New Eastvale Motor Cop Aaron Hownbeck was welcomed by Eastvale City Council on Thursday, Oct. 28. (Pictured L-R) Mayor Ike Bootsma, Mayor Pro Tem William Link, Councilman Adam Rush, Officer Hownbeck, Councilman Clint Lorimore and Councilman Joseph Tessari.

Photo By: Emily Aguilar
New Eastvale Motor Cop Aaron Hownbeck was welcomed by Eastvale City Council on Thursday, Oct. 28. (Pictured L-R) Mayor Ike Bootsma, Mayor Pro Tem William Link, Councilman Adam Rush, Officer Hownbeck, Councilman Clint Lorimore and Councilman Joseph Tessari.

“Big Ike” Pumpkin, New Motor Cop Welcomed While Residents Put Brakes on Trucks

By Emily Aguilar

Eastvale – A pumpkin by the name of “Big Ike” was just one of the “spooktacular” moments during Eastvale’s bimonthly City Council meetings. There were also some newly awarded construction contracts for Chandler Street and River Road street improvements as well as discussions on the Hamner Traffic Signal Synchronization Project.
Here are a few highlights from the City Council’s Oct. 14 meeting.

During Presentations and Announcements, the council proclaimed Red Ribbon Week, Oct. 23-31, and Freedom from Workplace Bullies Week, Oct. 18-24. Certificates of appreciation were presented for the City’s 5th Birthday Celebration. Additionally, the Vice-Chair of the Public Safety Commission Chris Hook provided an update and it was decided that a joint workshop will be held.

During the Public Comment, community members discussed their upcoming events. Roth Heng of the Eastvale Garden Group presented the City Council with a pumpkin named “Big Ike.” The group was seeking the Council’s support in creating a community garden in the future. Noah Reyes of Live 2 Give Crusade organization discussed a thanksgiving food drive to be held Nov. 22.

Preparing for the winter storm and revised water efficient landscaping regulations were discussed during the City Council Business. City staff recommended that the City Council prepare an updated water efficient landscape ordinance; propose changes to the City’s regulations to expand the requirement for landscaping plans and permits to cover re-landscaping of existing homes and businesses; and update the City’s zoning code and design standards and guidelines to be consistent with the new landscape ordinance.

During the City Council Communications, Councilmember Rush discussed the bridge collapse on the 91 freeway. Councilmember Tessari discussed the recent annual conference of the League of California Cities. He asked staff to look into hiring an economic development consultant. Councilmember Lorimore discussed the recent annual conference of the League of California Cities. He discussed a tour of the central valley to examine water infrastructure with Western Municipal Water District. Mayor Bootsma expressed his concern for trucks that are speeding in the City. He noted that the City’s 5th birthday celebration was a great success.

The City Council’s Oct. 28 meeting spotlighted a new hire in the Police Department’s Motor Division. Here is a review of what occurred during the Oct. 28 meeting:

Before the meeting, the council agreed to move their closed-session items to the end of the evening.

After closed session, the Community Foundation discussed the city’s military banners. They announced with enthusiasm that they were currently working on four new banners, and are always happy to take in new applications. They took this opportunity to say that two military banners were taken down because they were not placed on the proper street. Afterwards, the Foundation informally presented the new Vice Chair of the Public Safety Commission Don Hook, who will be officially approved in the next meeting.

Someone who was formally introduced to the council by Chief of Police Jason Orin, however, was the city’s new motor officer, Aaron Hownbeck. Hownbeck is a former Marine who fought in Operation Iraqi Freedom, and has trained officers as well. He has served as an officer for 12 years, and he will be monitoring Eastvale drivers who “jeopardize the lives” of our citizens. Hownbeck told the council that he would “hate to see anything happen” to the residents and vowed to keep the city safe.

The Student Liaison Julia Sung announced that all schools in the area had concluded Red Ribbon Week, which promotes drug prevention education and healthy, drug free youth.

Sung also mentioned that Eleanor Roosevelt High School (ERHS) is looking forward to organizing a winter festival, which is still in the planning stages. Updates will be announced as event moves forward.

There were three items for the Public Commentary section of the evening. The first to speak were two Eastvale citizens named Kenith C. and Louis R., who addressed the illegal trucking by Bellegrave and Sumner. The men feel that it is unfair to keep these drivers in their neighborhoods since it is not permitted for them to be there. While the council is aware of the issue, they admit that they are unsure of what they can do. They were especially uncertain of what to do since those trucks come from Ontario; they most likely cross their neighborhood because Eucalyptus is closed off. Although Kenith did display his annoyance with the council, one city manager promised to talk to the two men personally at a later time.

Chamber of Commerce President Arie briefly discussed that membership with the Chamber has increased to 124 members. He also invited the council to attend its chamber meetings every second Friday of the month from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m.

The final presenters were Chris Villamore and her husband, who are in a “battle” with the Homeowner’s Association. They are currently living next to a resident who has six exposed antennas throughout the property. The family has found that they have faulty WiFi access and have trouble using other electronic devices such as their cellphones because of their neighbor’s excessive antennas. Villamore has reached out to countless people ranging from the FCC to the police, all of whom have not helped the couple because the city does not have an ordinance on the sizing and amount of antennas homeowners can display. The council advised the couple to file a report to the city manager, and they promised to look into both this particular situation as well as looking into the municipal code in order to see how they can deal with this problem like this in the future.

All items were motioned in the consent calendar.

The only item in the public hearings was a request to have the Leal Master Plan taken off the calendar to discuss at a later date.

The three items in the city council business, all of which had to do with street projects, were motioned. The items included approving a contract with the All American Asphalt company to work on Chandler Street and River Road improvements, approving a contract with Crosstown Electrical and Data Inc. for the Hamner Traffic Signal project, and finally, approving a grant application submitted to the development of Safe Routes to School master plan.

To conclude the evening, the city manager announced that the city will be working alongside other districts to clean up public spaces such as Walmart, Corona Park, and locations near Citrus Street. Council member Lorimore spoke of his experience at an ERHS event to raise awareness for breast cancer, and stated that he had a good time. Council member Rush stated that he will be going to Washington DC to lobby federal funds that will help with the construction of the 91 freeway.

The next city council meeting will be held Nov. 10 at 6:30 p.m. at Rosa Parks Elementary. City Hall will be closed on Nov. 11 in observance of Veteran’s Day.

A Great-Full Heart

Tim Eaton

Tim Eaton

By Pastor Tim Eaton

Thanksgiving is just around the corner.  Are you ready for it? I don’t mean do you have all the trappings of a fabulous turkey dinner or your plans all set to see family and friends.  I mean are you ready to give thanks?  Have you started already, or do you not yet have enough to be thankful for?  As Thanksgiving approaches do you have a grateful heart or are you continually seeking more?

It’s hard to be grateful when it seems we don’t have enough.  It may seem like there is never enough time, money, resources, or help.  It’s not only hard to be grateful, it’s easy to be scared; scared that there isn’t enough, we won’t have what we need, and won’t get what we want.  When a lack of stuff scares us it isn’t long before we lash out at others – afraid they will take, use, or loose what should be ours.  It’s no wonder that an attitude of scarcity grows like a hunger in us that can never be satisfied.

But is it possible we actually have more than we need?  Maybe we have so much we don’t even realize it could be put to better use.  Perhaps it could be better appreciated instead of squandered.

King David wrote Psalm 23 while he was clearly in danger of being killed by his enemies.  It may have been written during one of the many times he fled his own kingdom to find safety (“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death…in the presence of my enemies”).  It is likely he took little with him for the journey.  From the attitude of scarcity he seems to have nothing.  But David sees life from an attitude of abundance saying things like: “I lack nothing” and “my cup overflows.” His heart is Great and Full, not because of what he has, but because he trusts that God will graciously provide all that he truly needs.  A Great and Full heart is the antidote to the hunger of scarcity.  Have your heart filled every Sunday at Edgewater.

P.S. – Mark your calendars, Comedian Nazareth will be at Edgewater, January 2 and 3.

Edgewater Lutheran Church meets Sundays at 10 a.m., worshiping at Harada Elementary, 12884 Oakdale Street, Eastvale, CA, 92880;http://www.EdgewaterLutheran.org.

Corona PD Seeks Help Finding Stolen Toy Hauler

City of Corona

CORONA – On Sunday, Oct. 25, at about 5:15 a.m. a 32-foot Weekend Warrior trailer with California license plate number 1LL3041 (model FS3200) was stolen from the area of E. Sixth Street and El Sobrante. The trailer was kept in a secured area behind a business. The trailer was used for a child’s go-kart racing program, and stored a go-kart and all the equipment necessary to race. The trailer is missing the cover for the propane tanks and has black “plasti-dripped” wheels.
The Corona Police Department is seeking the public’s help to identify the suspect(s) and the suspect’s vehicle. The pictures below are of the suspect’s truck pulling the stolen trailer at E. Sixth St. and Rimpau Avenue. The truck is believed to be a late 1990’s to early 2000’s model Chevy truck with collision damage on the driver’s side. The truck and trailer were last seen heading west on Quarry Street.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Corona Police Department at 951-736-2330 option 3.

Trailer 1

Photo courtesy: City of Corona

trailer 4

Photo courtesy: City of Corona

Trailer 2

Photo courtesy: City of Corona

Corona: Nightly Closures For E. Grand Blvd.

Courtesy of RCTC

CORONA-The contractor for the 91 Project in Corona began removal of the newly constructed bridge deck over East Grand Boulevard On Oct. 28. The future 91 eastbound bridge may have sustained damage during a bridge lowering operation that injured nine workers on Oct. 9. Atkinson/Walsh Joint Venture (AWJV) has decided to remove the bridge deck and rebuild the bridge to ensure its long-term durability after opening to traffic. Full closures on East Grand Boulevard between Third Street and Joy Street will be required for bridge removal and false work placement from Monday, Nov. 2 to Sunday, Nov. 8, from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. each night. Motorists should expect intermittent nightly closures during the next four weeks as crews replace the bridge deck and work on additional bridges over Grand Boulevard. The contractor will use a “build in place” method to rebuild the bridge deck, rather than the bridge lowering construction that was previously used. This will require reduced clearance under the bridge during construction, and high-profile trucks will not be able to travel under the bridge.
The cost of the demolition and reconstruction will not be borne by taxpayers and the additional work will not cause a delay to the overall 91 Project, which is expected to be completed in 2017.
“This is a wise and prudent decision by the contractor to rebuild the bridge. While it’s in a safe condition now, we need to ensure the long-term durability of the bridge, and the confidence and support of the public,” said Anne Mayer, Executive Director of the Riverside County Transportation Commission.
Of the nine workers hospitalized that night, five have been released. The cause of the accident is currently the subject of three independent investigations including Cal OSHA, Caltrans and KCE Structural Engineers.
Donations are currently being accepted for six of the injured workers, who have signed up for Workers Assistance Funds with the California Transportation Foundation at http://www.transportationfoundation.org/donate.

Less Stress this Thanksgiving: 7 Easy Steps to Your Best Turkey Yet

Courtesy of StatePoint

Selecting, preparing and cooking the centerpiece of your family’s Thanksgiving meal can pile on a lot of stress. However there are some easy ways to simplify the process.

“There are a lot of great choices, but they can certainly be overwhelming during a busy holiday,” says Theo Weening, Global Meat Buyer for Whole Foods Market.

Here are seven basic rules to ensure you have the perfect turkey for your holiday meal.

1. Plan ahead: Frozen turkeys can take several days to fully thaw. The safest method is by placing it on a tray in its packaging to catch drips, and put it in the refrigerator on the lowest shelf. Plan for one full day of thawing for every five pounds of turkey. If you’re short on time, put your turkey in a leak-proof wrapper and submerge it completely in cold tap water. The water should be changed every 30 minutes. Plan for 30 minutes of thawing time per pound.

2. Research: There are many different types of turkey to choose from. Some grocers carry a variety of birds and additionally have in-house butcher experts behind the counter to help you choose what is right for your taste and budget. Here are the five types of turkey found at Whole Foods Market:

• Organic: fed organic feed (that means no GMOs, among other things) and given access to the outdoors.

• Classic: known for their trifecta of flavor, quality, and value.

• Heritage: rich, succulent, old-world breeds cherished for flavor.

• Heirloom: robust flavor with a higher percentage of dark meat.

• Kosher: certified kosher.

3. Size matters: A good rule of thumb is to buy 1.5 pounds of turkey per person, providing everyone a healthy portion while allowing for those sought after leftovers.

4. Read the label: The best birds are raised with the highest standards. This means no antibiotics, no animal by-products in their feed, no added solutions or injections and no added growth hormones. To make it simple, shop at a store that only carries turkeys raised with these standards, such as Whole Foods Market. Their turkeys are also 5-Step Animal Welfare rated.

5. Brine: Soaking turkey in a saltwater solution for four to 24 hours before roasting keeps it tender and juicy. Try a brine kit for a simple and easy recipe.

6. Time it: It takes approximately 13 minutes per pound to cook a turkey at 350 degrees, and the turkey is done once it reaches 165 degrees. Use a meat thermometer and insert it into the thickest part of the thigh (without hitting the bone) to test the temperature.

7. Rest: Wait 30 minutes before carving the turkey. Giving the turkey time to rest allows the juices to redistribute for better flavor.

More turkey tips are available at http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/turkey.

When it comes to choosing and cooking your holiday turkey, preparation is key. Do your research, know what you like, and enjoy the rest.

Eastvale Ranks No. 2 in State for Families

Affordability and Kid-Friendly Amenities Earn Bragging Rights

Photo Courtesy: City of Eastvale Facebook page

Photo Courtesy: City of Eastvale Facebook page


By Monique Valadez

EASTVALE – With high-quality schools, pristine parks, and affordable neighborhoods, Eastvale is the No. 2 in the top California cities for families. It was the only Southern California city that ranked in the top five.

Eastvale earned a final score of 77.76 compared to Folsom’s 77.91 score for the No. 1 best California city for families.

Councilmember Clint Lorimore said that the recognition is honorable and a good indicator of Eastvale’s progress.

“We are constantly striving to improve upon the foundation of a family-friendly environment already established here in Eastvale,” Lorimore said. “Whether talking about our great schools, award-winning parks or our strong sense of community, we feel Eastvale sells itself in terms of being attractive to young families.”

The report of 2015’s Best & Worst Cities for California Families was done by the personal finance website WalletHub.com. The site compared 240 cities in California across four key dimensions: family life & fun, education, health & safety, affordability and socioeconomic environment. Number of fun attractions, divorce rate and unemployment rate were also considered.

According to WalletHub, Eastvale was rated highly in having the most playgrounds per capita, most affordable housing lowest divorce rate and having the most families with kids.

City officials note that the key to their success is actively engaging residents in planning the city’s future and implementing policies that create a family-focused community.

The top five cities for families are Folsom, east of Sacramento; Eastvale, in northwestern Riverside County; and three cities in the East Bay Area — San Ramon, Dublin and Pleasanton, cited the WalletHub report.

Eastvale struck out in having the fewest amount of attractions such as museums, zoos and theaters.

City officials remarked that new developments such as the Leal Property will help bring more entertainment, shopping and dining options to the city.

“Remaining focused on improving traffic flow, public safety and attracting the amenities that residents desire are top priorities as we move forward,” Lorimore added.

The rankings of other neighboring cities included Chino Hills (35), Rancho Cucamonga (53 tied with Brea), Corona (72), Chino (103), Riverside (153) and Ontario (185).

The worst cities are San Bernardino in the 238 spot, Oakland in 239 and Huntington Park in 240.

You can find the full report here: https://wallethub.com/edu/best-worst-cities-for-families-in-california/15993/

Eastvale Community News Complete Edition November 2015

2015-11-EastvaleNews-COVERThe Eastvale Community News covers local news for Eastvale, Norco, Corona, and Chino. Click the following link to access the complete issue in pdf format: 2015-11-EastvaleNews-WEB

Eastvale: CDA Water Line Construction

City of Eastvale

The Chino Basin Desalter Authority (CDA) will be constructing water pipeline on Harrison Avenue & Bellegrave Avenue. Please be advised that traffic delays are to be expected.

Location: Harrison Avenue between 65th Street and north end of Harrison Ave (north City boundary) & Bellegrave Avenue (or along north City boundary) between Harrison Ave and Hamner Ave

Duration: November 4th 2015 thru March 31st 2016
Hours: 8:30am to 3:30pm

Traffic Impacts & Advisories during Construction: 

  • Intermittent Northbound lane closures on Harrison Avenue between Limonite Avenue and Blossom Way (north of Limonite)
  • Partial Northbound and Southbound lane closures on Harrison Avenue – between 65th Street and Limonite Avenue with one lane open in each direction at all times
  • Detour of traffic onto 65th Street for motorists going north from Schleisman Road
  • Local access to residences to be maintained between 65th Street and Limonite Avenue
  • Southbound Harrison Avenue will remain open at all times between Limonite Avenue and 65th Street
  • Intermittent Westbound lane closure at 65th Street
  • Traffic signal on flashing red at Harrison Avenue and 65th Street
  • Limonite Avenue at Harrison Avenue crossing
    The pipeline construction across Limonite Ave will be performed through an underground tunneling method (jack & bore), therefore the Eastbound and Westbound through traffic on Limonite Avenue will remain unaffected. At both sides of the crossing, however, there will be tunneling pits which will require the following:

·         4-week full street closure (except for emergency vehicles) on Harrison Avenue north of Limonite Avenue

·         Northbound lane closure on Harrison Avenue between 65th Street and Limonite Avenue

Please obey all posted construction signs (including the 25MPH speed limit), use alternate routes as advised, drive safely and do not enter the construction work zone.

For additional information, contact the City of Eastvale Public Works Department at 951.703.4470. We appreciate your patience and cooperation.

Note: Construction schedules are subject to change for various reasons including but not limited to: weather conditions, unforeseen emergencies and other acts of nature.

Additional Information
Following the water line project the Southern California Gas Company will be installing high-pressure gas lines within approximately the same vicinity. City staff has been coordinating these two projects closely in order to minimize impacts to traffic and the community. More announcements will follow.

Arrests in False Bomb Threats at Two Corona High Schools

Staff Reports

CORONA – Corona Police have arrested a 17-year-old Lee V. Pollard High School student on suspicion of making two false bomb threats.

On Tuesday, Oct. 20, shortly after 12:07 p.m., the Corona teen called Pollard High School stating there was a bomb on campus. Shortly after the first call, the minor placed a second call stating the bomb would go off in five minutes.

The next day, Oct. 21, at about 2:40 p.m., the same teen placed a call to Corona High School stating that a bombs were placed at all exits and would go off when the final school bell rang.

In both incidents, high school resource officers and school personnel conducted a thorough search of the campus and were unable to locate any explosive devices.
“The Corona Police Department will continue to investigate bomb threats to their fullest extent, as these types of incidents instill fear in students, their parents, faculty, and our community,” said Public Information Officer Sergeant Paul Mercado. “These types of investigations draw significant amounts of public safety resources away from legitimate purposes. Those found to be engaged in making false bomb threats will be held accountable.”
The teen was arrested and taken to Riverside County Juvenile Hall for making false bomb threats and criminal terrorist threats.
The school district will also take disciplinary actions against the student.

“Our district will not tolerate this type of behavior,” said Michael G. Cobarrubias, Associate Superintendent Corona-Norco USD.

Gratitude

Dennis Morales X-ORIGBy Pastor Dennis Morales

“… in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you….”  -1 Thessalonians 5:18

Gratitude is defined as the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation. In other words, gratitude is the attitude of thankfulness. It goes deeper than just saying “thank you” or being “cheerful.”  Gratitude is living fulfilled.  Two men, Paul and Silas, had been falsely accused, beaten, and thrown into prison over the healing of a demon possessed girl (Acts 16).   Their first reaction wasn’t to call their lawyers or to complain to God. Instead they sang hymns and prayed. It was then an earthquake suddenly shook the prison, their chains were loosened, the cell doors then opened, and they were free.  Paul and Silas didn’t see their false imprisonment as a curse.  Their situation didn’t change the way they looked at God.
They knew the hope they had in Christ.  They saw this as an opportunity to worship God.
Why?  It’s because God is in control of all the circumstances surrounding our lives (Romans 8:28).
We also know that God loves us and is always looking out for our eternal benefit (2 Corinthians 4:17–18).  No doubt for some, this year has held much difficulty.  Know that God has given us a hope that does not disappoint (Romans 5:5).  He has assured us that there is future life with Him.  We know a different sustaining through difficulty.  It’s God, our “Strong Tower” (Proverbs 18:10) who sustains us.  We are assured that He and His favor is with us (Deuteronomy 31:6).  The thought of this truth brings fulfillment and gratitude that is lasting.  Thank you Lord.
Calvary Chapel Eastvale meets Sundays, 10:30 a.m., and Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. at Clara Barton Elementary School (7437 Corona Valley Ave, Eastvale).  Visit their website at www.calvaryeastvale.org.

Calvary Chapel Eastvale meets Sundays, 10:30 a.m., and Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. at Clara Barton Elementary School (7437 Corona Valley Ave, Eastvale).  Visit their website at www.calvaryeastvale.org.

Transformed

Pastor Ed Moreno

Pastor Ed Moreno

By Pastor Ed Moreno

I’ve been an avid movie goer for as long as I can remember, which is why it’s surprising even to me that I’ve never gone to see any of the “Transformer” movies; so I would not be someone who could comment on them.

I do, however, know something about what it means to experience transformation.  And I do know “the” real life Transformer who transformed me:  Jesus.

Let me begin at the beginning.  My birth name is Edward Hector Fernando Moreno.  That’s a pretty Hispanic name (as if you couldn’t tell).  I was born and raised in Los Angeles.  My dad physically and psychologically abused my mom, and he hit me so often that I would flinch when he walked by.

The gang infested neighborhoods that I lived in were violent, too.  In a seven year period, I was in about 15 to 20 street fights.  Drug use and a generally immoral lifestyle were also the norm for me.

I was definitely not a college-bound kind of guy, so after high school I immediately entered the work force.  There I found another kind of violence (i.e., the undermining and back stabbing others do to you to get ahead).

By age 19, I literally asked myself: “Is this it?  Is this what life is all about?”  That was the beginning of my search for the real purpose of life.

At age 20, I went with the other brown and black belts at my dojo to go see a new scary movie.  We were “tough” guys and thought: How scary could it be?

Well the movie was “The Exorcist,” and I have to be honest, it scared me a lot.  Because even though I wasn’t raised in a religious home, for some reason I believed that demonic spirits were real and that I was defenseless against them.

For some reason, I also believed that God was real and that he was stronger than the demonic.  So I became determined to go to a church to find out more about God.

The youth pastor had enough presence of mind to hand me an easy to read translation of the Bible before I left that Sunday.  I went to my apartment and started reading through the Gospel of Matthew.

Suddenly, all the lights began to go on.  I was taken with the beauty of Jesus’ life.  I read of a heavenly Father who loved me, even if my earthly father didn’t.   I saw that God had a purpose for my life, and I discovered the meaning of life, which is to love God and serve him gladly.

The next Sunday, when the Pastor gave the opportunity for people to accept God’s offer of salvation through Jesus, his Son, I couldn’t get down the aisle fast enough.

I went home, grabbed the two baggies of marijuana that I had in a drawer, flushed them down the toilet and never looked back.  And the rest, as they say, is history.

The Scripture says that we are a “new creation” in Christ.  I can testify to the truth of that statement.  And as one who has been transformed by the real live Transformer, I can say that now I’m living life with true and lasting purpose.  The old life served no such purpose.

When people feel like they’ll “miss out” on life if they become a follower of Jesus, the crazy thing is that it’s by not becoming a follower of Jesus that they wind up “missing out” on real life – a life of real substance and that has eternal value attached to it.

If you are not a follower of Jesus yet, my prayer is that you will become one soon.  So why not check out a church, and maybe the positive life transforming experience I had will become your experience, too.

New Day Christian Church meets Sundays at 9:30 and 11 a.m.  They are located at 7155 Hamner Avenue, at Schleisman Road, next to the Fire Station.  For more information, call (951) 278-8367, or visit http://www.newdaycc.net.

Angiel Air: Customer Service Is Their Priority

angiel-air-hvac-work truck

Fifteen years experience providing heating, ventilation and AC services that keep your home comfortable and safe. (Photo Courtesy: Angiel Air)

Staff Reports

Eastvale – Summer may have officially come to an end, but the summer heat is lingering.  Not only do you want to ensure that your air conditioning is running at peak performance, but it’s also time to check your heater in preparation for the cooler months ahead.  Angiel Air is ready for your call.

Angiel Air, Inc. is a local, family-owned Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning company that takes pride in the service they provide to their customers. It is their mission to keep their customers happy and satisfied.

When there is a problem, you want it fixed fast, no matter what time of day it is.  Angiel Air is there for you, even after hours and on weekends.

Angiel Air offers competitive pricing and a satisfaction guarantee, providing a complete range of heating, ventilation and air conditioning services for both residential and commercial needs.  With more than 20 years experience in the industry, they are HVAC certified, licensed and bonded.

Angiel Air started their family business in Eastvale more than five years ago, and local residents get free estimates and discounts on all repairs. But Angiel recommends that you don’t wait until something breaks to call them.  By scheduling regular maintenance on your air conditioning and heating units, as well as the cleaning of dryers and air ducts, you not only save money in the long run, but you can ensure that your systems will provide top notch performance when you need them.

Says Jennifer Angiel, CFO of the company, “We love our business!  There is no better satisfaction than fixing an air conditioner when a customer is hot and mad, and making them feel heavenly.”

So don’t wait until you’re hot and mad.  Call Angiel Air today and make sure that you’re air conditioner and heating units are ready to work when you need them.

Call Angiel Air at (909) 923-9086, and be sure to visit their website at www.angielair.net for additional information and local discounts.  Like them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/angielair1, and get great tips, customer reviews, and even more details.

Eastvale’s Military Banner Program

Applications now being accepted

Photo Courtesy: City of Eastvale

Photo Courtesy: City of Eastvale

Courtesy City of Eastvale

Eastvale – The City of Eastvale’s Military Banner Program recognizes and honors Eastvale residents and immediate family members that are serving on active duty in the United States Armed Forces. For the purpose of this program, “Active Duty” is defined as 12 months of continuous service.
To participate in the program, each application will be reviewed to ensure that the following requirements are met before a banner is created and displayed within City limits:

  • Applicant must be a current City of Eastvale resident and include a copy of driver’s license or a current utility bill showing the Eastvale address.
  • Applicant must be an immediate family member of the serviceperson. Immediate family members are classified as the serviceperson’s spouse, parent, child, grandchild, sibling, or legal guardian.
  • Banners can be created with the serviceperson’s portrait or without. Portraits should be of the serviceperson in formal uniform and a minimum of 1MB in size. If emailing the portrait, please ensure the file is a JPG or PNG format. Applicants are responsible for supplying the picture and all pictures will be returned.

Once the application is approved, the Eastvale Community Foundation will create the banner. Banners will remain on display as long as the banner honoree is still on active duty. The installation location and the removal of the banners are the Foundation’s discretion. Banners will be returned to the applicant upon removal, if available.
In the event a service person is killed in the line of duty, his/her banner will be removed and replaced with a “Gold Star” banner indicating their sacrifice, or presented to his/her family at a City Council meeting – depending on the family’s wishes.

The Eastvale Military Banner Program is funded completely by the Eastvale Community Foundation through their fundraising efforts as well as donations from local businesses, residents and supporters. Any donation is greatly appreciated.

Military Banners are printed when donations are made available.  If you are interested in donating to Eastvale’s Military Banner Program, please send your contribution to:

Eastvale Community Foundation
Military Banner Program
12363 Limonite Avenue, Suite 910
Eastvale, CA 91752-3667

Questions can be emailed to: eastvalefoundation@gmail.com