Category Archives: Eastvale

Eastvale: The Seasons of Love

Pastor Mark Lee Vantage Point Church

Pastor Mark Lee of Vantage Point Church in Easvale

BY PASTOR MARK LEE

In the popular 80’s song, “Love Stinks,” the J. Geils Band sings, “And so it goes, ‘til the day you die. This thing they call love, it’s gonna make you cry.” At no time does this seem truer than during the month of February. While the greeting card industry bombards consumers with images of chubby, arrow-wielding babies, many people are left filled with dread at the thought of facing yet another Valentine’s Day.

It has been said that romantic love, much like nature, goes through seasons. If your plans for February 14th include crying into a pint of Häagan Dazs, you are most likely in the midst of a season of winter. Whatever your relationship status may be, love during this particular season can be hard and gloomy. And what do most people do when the months turn cold? They either move to a warmer climate, or they hibernate. But it doesn’t have to be this way.

While winter may appear to be a time of stagnation, it is important to remember that each season serves a purpose. During the cold of winter, the earth is getting ready for the spring. And while it may be hard to see on the surface, beneath the ground the roots are growing deeper and stronger. The same can be said for love. Instead of hibernating, embrace this season of difficulty for what it is: A period of preparation.

Ecclesiastes 3:1 says, “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” If your season of preparation is lasting longer than you had hoped, don’t give up. Spring is right around the corner and the blessings are greater than you could ever imagine!

Vantage Point Church meets at Roosevelt High School on Sundays at 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m., and 11:30 a.m.

EASTVALE : Suspect Leads Police on Chase Through Eastvale

BY: JENNIFER MADRIGAL

Eastvale – The streets of Eastvale were alive with the sound of a helicopter and sirens early this morning. Residents reported hearing sirens and a helicopter circling the Citrus Ave. area around 3am.
According to one Eastvale resident who lives near Citrus /Sumner, “ a black vehicle crashed into a car in my neighbor’s driveway . Then the person inside the vehicle ran out of the vehicle towards their backyard and jumped over the fence to the trail/park area behind”.
As posted to our Eastvale Community News Facebook Page by a resident who lives on Morning Mist near Citrus/ Sumner, “ When I woke up this morning at 4, I heard the helicopter so I peeked out my window and saw about 8 police vehicles, an ambulance and a fire truck. They were here until about 5:30am when they were towing a vehicle from my neighbor’s driveway”.
Another resident posted to our Facebook, that she too was awakened by the incident, “ Two officers were banging on our door this morning. They had a police dog and wanted to search our backyard for a suspect. The helicopter was flying overhead”.
A suspect was in custody, according to the Riverside Sheriff’s Department, as of 8:30am this morning. This is an on-going investigation and more information, such as what charges will be filed, and if there are any more suspects, will be released later.

Eastvale: Medical Plaza Making Big Progress

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Mark Bertone, left, Chairman of San Antonio Community Hospital’s Board of Trustees, Jason Cooke, Strategic Medical Properties, meets at the medical center site with Pat Timmins, Project Superintendent, Lusardi Construction, Harris F. Koenig, and Bryce Stafford, Strategic Medical Properties. (Photo courtesy of Barbara Isenhart)

EASTVALE SAN ANTONIO MEDICAL PLAZA

Eastvale – San Antonio Community Hospital’s medical plaza project in Eastvale has been progressing nicely. Several construction milestones have been reached, including the tilt-up of the walls that took place on February 5. With this type of construction, the walls are formed adjacent to the foundation and a large crane lifts them into place one at a time. Precision is required to ensure that the walls are erected in just the right order, much like a puzzle. Intensive planning was required before the first wall was lifted into place and secured.

Eastvale Mayor Ike Bootsman was on hand to witness this major milestone, as was Harris Koenig, President and Chief Executive Officer of SACH, and Mark Bertone, Chairman of the hospital’s Board of Trustees.

Eastvale San Antonio Medical Plaza will be located in Lewis Retail Center’s Eastvale Gateway South Shopping Center, on Limonite Avenue, just west of Interstate 15. The location allows the hospital to expand its healthcare services to meet the needs of residents in Eastvale, south Ontario, Norco, and surrounding communities. Eastvale San Antonio Medical Plaza is anticipated to open in late 2014.

Eastvale: Crime Recap

STAFF REPORTS

The following crime incidents have been reported by the Riverside County Sheriff Department and by residents on our Eastvale News Facebook page (www.facebook.com/Eastvale CommunityNews). One of the ways our Facebook page is used is by informing the community about crimes happening in the City, so we can work together to report suspicious activity to the Sheriff’s Department in order to keep crime low. Here is a recap of the local crime last month:

On Jan. 7, a City of Eastvale resident reported that someone went through their side gate to their back yard twice in one week, resulting in their dogs being let loose and a mountain bike stolen from their backyard. Another Eastvale resident suggested that they should always lock their gate to make it more difficult for burglars to come in, since this has happened several times before in Eastvale.

On Jan. 11, at 4:04 p.m., deputies assigned to the Jurupa Valley Sheriff’s Station responded to a burglary in progress in the 5800 block of Hamner Avenue, in the City of Eastvale. Deputies arrived within minutes and located a male subject inside of a residence, who appeared to be gathering several pieces of property from inside the residence.  Deputies made several announcements for the subject to exit the residence, but he refused.  A short while later, the male subject exited the residence and attempted to flee the location.  After a brief foot pursuit, the subject was apprehended while attempting to hide in the carport of a nearby residence. The suspect, Adam Barefield, 19, a transient from Eastvale, was arrested for burglary and resisting an officer as well as for an outstanding felony warrant for burglary and was later booked at the Robert Presley Detention Center.

On Jan. 13, at around 9:30 p.m., an Eastvale resident reported on our Facebook page that there were sirens in Eastvale and asked what happened. Our Social Media Department answered that there were two responses near Schleisman Avenue and Archibald Avenue. One response was for medical aid for a teenager and the other was for a report of someone who hurt themselves. We reported there was no danger to the community.

Also on Jan. 13, deputies responded to the 4000 block of Sundance Lane in the city of Norco regarding a theft of a UPS package from the residence’s front porch. The victim captured video of the theft on a home surveillance system. Deputies assigned to the city of Norco Community Oriented Police and Problem Solving (COPPS) Team conducted an investigation which resulted in identifying the suspect in the video. On Friday, Jan. 17, at 4 a.m., a search warrant was executed in the 10000 block of Gramercy Place, in the City of Riverside. As a result of the search warrant, evidence related to the theft was recovered. The suspect was identified as Angela Maria Desiderato, 31, of Riverside, who was arrested for possession of stolen property related felony arrest warrant and booked into jail at the Robert Presley Detention Center.

crime recap pic1On Jan. 14, at 6:25 p.m., a search warrant was served by officers assigned to the city of Eastvale’s Special Enforcement Team after new information was obtained regarding an investigation for illegal residential marijuana grow operations in the City of Eastvale. During the service of this search warrant, two subjects were detained inside the residence. Officers discovered the residence had been modified for the sole purpose of cultivating, processing and packaging marijuana for sales.  Officers seized 398 marijuana plants, five pounds of processed marijuana and packaging material.  Additionally, electricity was being bypassed around the meter, causing a serious fire hazard and resulting in approximately $6000 a month in stolen electricity. The suspects were identified as John Tran, 27, of Los Angeles, and Vinh Tran, 26, of San Gabriel. Both were arrested for conspiracy, cultivation and possession of marijuana for sales, and grand theft of utilities and booked in jail at the Robert Presley Detention Center.

On Jan. 23, deputies assigned to the Eastvale Special Enforcement Team, assisted by the Riverside County Gang Taskforce and Probation Department, conducted a probation compliance sweep on persons residing within the city of Eastvale.  During this operation, compliance checks were conducted at 30 residences, resulting in three felony arrests. During this operation, deputies seized narcotics and narcotic paraphernalia. Cynthia Gomez, 23, of Eastvale, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and violation of probation. Anthony Rodriguez, 32, of Eastvale, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and violation of probation. Ashly Hawkins, 20, of Eastvale, was arrested for possession of heroin, under the influence of a controlled substance, and violation of probation. All three subjects were booked into the Robert Presley Detention Center.

On Jan. 25 at Hamner Avenue and Alhambra Street between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m., the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department / Jurupa Valley Station / Norco Office conducted a DUI/Driver’s License checkpoint. While conducting a sobriety checkpoint, a driver identified as Jon Thomas, advised he had a suspended license.  Upon conducting a records check of his vehicle, it returned stolen out of the City of Corona on Jan. 22.  As a result of this investigation, Thomas was arrested for an outstanding felony warrant, driving on a suspended license, possession of a stolen car, possession of drug paraphernalia, being under the influence of a controlled substance, and driving under the influence of a controlled substance.

In addition to the arrest, 517 vehicles screened out of the 571 vehicles that went through the checkpoint, four DUI-Alcohol suspects were arrested, one DUI-Drug impaired suspect was arrested, one suspect was arrested for illegal drugs (possession/transportation/sales), two drivers were cited/arrested for operating a vehicle unlicensed or while suspended/revoked, three citations were issued and one person was arrested on other Criminal Charges. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department / Jurupa Valley Station / Norco Office will be conducting another DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint on Saturday, February 15, 2014 from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. in their ongoing commitment to lowering deaths and injuries upon our streets and highways.

On Jan. 30  in the 12800 block of Thornbury Lane, Eastvale at 9:30 a.m., the Eastvale Special Enforcement Team served a search warrant after previous investigation. During the search, Lou Zhong Wu, a suspect, was detained inside the residence. The residence had been modified for the purposes of cultivating, processing and packaging marijuana for sales. 1170 marijuana plants, 26 pounds of processed marijuana and packaging materials were seized. Electricity was bypassed around the meter, causing a serious fire hazard and resulting in $8700 a month in stolen electricity. The suspect was arrested and booked.

Anyone with information regarding any of these incidents is asked to contact the Jurupa Valley Station at (951) 955-2600.

Eastvale: Did You Know….

BY STAFF REPORTS

Eastvale – Did you know that City Municipal Code Sec. 8.12.020 says that it is unlawful for any minor (any person under 18 years old) to be present in any public place or on the premises of any establishment within the city during curfew hours, which is 10 p.m. until 6 a.m. the following day.

According to the Code, it is also unlawful for any parent or guardian of a minor to knowingly permit, or by insufficient control to allow, the minor to be present in any public place or on the premises of any establishment within the city during curfew hours.

Some exceptions would include: if the minor was accompanied by the minor’s parent, guardian or responsible adult; on an errand at the direction of the minor’s parent, guardian or responsible adult, without any detour or stop; engaged in, going to or returning home from an employment activity without any detour or stop; on the sidewalk abutting the minor’s residence; engaged in, going to or returning home from an official school, religious, or other recreational activity supervised by adults, sponsored by the city, a civic organization or another similar entity that takes responsibility for the minor, or involved in an emergency, to name a few.

For more information about a minor’s curfew, including additional exceptions and enforcement, please visit the Municipal Code page on the City’s website: www.eastvaleca.gov/index.aspx?page=170

Eastvale: Residential Fire Confirmed as Marijuana House

BY: JENNIFER MADRIGAL

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Firefighters respond to residential fire in Eastvale. (Photo courtesy of Mimi Perez)

Eastvale – On Monday night, February 10th, at 6:25p.m. the Eastvale Fire Department responded to a home on fire in the 12000 block of Craigburn Circle in Eastvale. The fire was extinguished and fire personnel’s investigation discovered that the residence contained an indoor marijuana grow operation. According to a press release from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, Eastvale Police Department was notified. A search warrant was obtained and served by officers assigned to Eastvale’s Special Enforcement Team. Officers were able to seize 1103 marijuana plants and 35 lbs of processed marijuana. Electricity was also being bypassed around the meter, which may have been the cause of the fire.

The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department is committed to the safety of the citizens of Eastvale and will be vigilant in investigating all crimes of this nature. Anyone with information about this incident please contact Officer Javier Morando at the Jurupa Valley Station at 951-955-2600.

Tips for Spotting Pot Houses:

  • Windows often covered from inside residence
  • Commercial grade air conditioners and electrical equipment may be seen being moved or installed (especially by individuals other than uniformed utility workers may be accessing the electrical vaults near the street).
  • Lights and televisions are set on timers, and turn on and off at the same time every day
  • People come and go and leave within a few hours. Often pull in and out of the garage and immediately shut the door.

Eastvale: National Signing Day Celebrated at Roosevelt

National Signing Day 2014 Roosevelt High School

Students signing their letters during National Signing Day at Roosevelt High School

The National Signing Day ceremony at Eleanor Roosevelt High School took place on Jan. 5. In attendance were parents, coaches, friends, and teachers.

Alexis Barile read a letter from Roosevelt principal, Jeremy Goins, who was unable to attend the ceremony.

“Athletes here today have shown excellence in their sports and as a group of young men and women who have succeeded in the classroom,” Barile read from the letter.

The coaches then introduced their players. Among those signing letters were:

Joe Muriel, Missouri Valley University – football

Muriel plays quarterback and set all of ERHS’s quarterback records, including records for completions, yards, and other career and season records.

Marcus Williams, University of Utah – football

Williams plays as both a receiver and free safety. Williams made three interceptions in a single game. He also plays basketball.

Kionce Roberts, Azusa Pacific University – football

Coach Barile says Roberts is an “exceptional young man.”

Taelin Webb, CSU Northridge – basketball

Coach Webb described his son, Taelin, as someone who “works so hard and does what he’s supposed to do.” This was the first year Coach Webb coached his son.

Delainey Thompson, Texas A and M University – softball

Delainey currently holds every pitching record at ERHS.

Angela Mitchell, San Diego State University – soccer

Coach Wilson, who was unable to attend, said in a letter that Angela “has an amazing ability to use her humor to encourage teachers, coaches, etc.” and that her “athleticism has no ceiling.”

Riley Brieno, Marymount California University – soccer

Coach Wilson, described Riley’s most important qualities as “passion and commitment … you see it in everything she does.”

Elena Morrison, CSU Bakersfield – soccer

Coach Wilson described Elena as having an “aggressive work ethic, aggressive attitude in the way she plays,” and that she chases after “everything she wants. She has that kind of passion in her.”

Jada Helberg – CSU Bakersfield – water polo

Coach John Souza “[this] young lady worked harder than any girl I’ve ever seen work.” Jada Helburg played on the ERHS water polo team all four years of her high school career.

The coaches and parents in attendance parents then lined up behind their children, and on the count of three, all nine players signed their letter of intentions.

Eastvale: Car Thief Allegedly Poses As Repo Man

Eastvale: Car Thief Allegedly Poses As Repo Man

By Michael Armijo 11:15 am, Mon. Feb 10. 2014

Eastvale – A resident reported that a man came to her door early this morning and told her he was there to repossess her car, but she quickly called his alleged bluff.

“I followed up with my finance company and they said I was in good standing,” said the alleged victim, who asked to not be identified. “They then advised me to contact my local police because (this company) wasn’t even associated with my finance company.”

She then said she called police and found out she wasn’t the only alleged victim.

“When an officer arrived he said someone posing as a repo guy stole a brand new Camaro recently while no one was home,” she said.

According to the Riverside Sheriff’s Department (RSD), there were no other reports of theft by Repo, but they couldn’t narrow a search and Deputies haven’t completed the day’s report yet.

“We cover the entire Riverside County,” the Watch Commander said in a phone interview this morning. “The Deputies are still (patrolling).”

When we contacted the company who allegedly tried to confiscate the vehicle their spokesperson said: “We are licensed and bonded, and would never take any vehicle. We cannot disclose information due to privacy, but we always have proof.”

The alleged victim also claims that there was no paperwork and no plates on the vehicle.

Here is some interesting information on vehicle repossession from The Department of Consumer Affairs’ Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS)

Who can repossess a vehicle?

In most cases, a person must be registered with BSIS and have a BSIS identification card to legally recover collateral (a vehicle, boat, motorcycle RV or other types of collateral). Ask to see this ID card. In some cases, a bank, auto dealership, financial lender, or other legal owner will send employees to recover property. Under California law, in-house employees who are on the regular payroll of the legal owner are not considered repossession employees and do not need to be licensed by BSIS.

How can I check someone’s repossessor license?

You can call the Department of Consumer Affairs’ Consumer Information Center at (800) 952-5210, or BSIS at (916) 322-4000; You can also verify license information online at http://www.bsis.ca.gov.

What does a contract have to do with repossession?

When you sign a contract for a secured loan to buy a car, boat, motorcycle, RV or other merchandise, you agree to make payments and meet the terms of the contract. The terms may include the seller’s (or legal owner’s) right to repossess that collateral if you don’t make the payments.

Can a vehicle be repossessed on private property?

In most cases, yes. However, it is against the law for the repossessor to go into a private building, such as an enclosed garage, or into a fenced or locked area, without permission from the legal owner of the building or locked area.

For more information, and to know your rights, sign onto: http://www.bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/cons_grepos.pdf

Eastvale: Is A Police Substation In Eastvale’s Future?

BY GLENN FREEMAN

More than three years after incorporation, some have wondered whether Eastvale, a city of nearly 60,000 residents, should have its own police substation. The young city currently contracts with the Riverside County Sheriff for policing services and are based at the department’s Jurupa Valley station.

Situated on Mission Boulevard near Valley, the station is approximately eight miles from the Gateway shopping center, where Eastvale’s City Hall is located. The station serves the cities of Jurupa Valley and Norco as well as nearby unincorporated communities, including Highgrove, Home Gardens, Coronita, and El Cerrito. There is also a separate substation in Norco.

Michele Nissen, Public Information Officer for Eastvale, points out that although officers begin their shifts with daily briefings at the Jurupa Valley station, “they head to Eastvale where they remain until the end of their watch. I think there is a misunderstanding that they come and go throughout the day from the Jurupa Valley Station, which is completely incorrect,” Nissen said in an email.

Lieutenant Mike Yates of the Jurupa Valley station confirmed that officers spend their entire shift in Eastvale following the daily briefing. He also said the average response time for priority one calls in Eastvale is 6.27 minutes.

Regarding the substation, Nissen says that due to budget constraints, there are no current plans to build one, and that to do so would be “cost prohibitive.”

Eastvale Planning Commissioner Joe Tessari says the idea of a substation “has been on the radar.” He agrees the current city budget makes it difficult to establish one in the immediate future. “However, we should keep it as a long term goal,” Tessari says.

Tessari expanded by saying he would like to see planning started on setting aside funds for a civic center, which he says would likely include a city hall and police substation. “A one-stop service center for the general public…Possibly 4-5 years down the road,” Tessari says, mentioning that any resolution with the state over the Vehicle Licensing Fees could help fund such a project.

In the meantime, Tessari, who was a candidate to fill the city council seat vacated by former councilmember Kelly Howell, suggests Eastvale could explore other options, including the possibility of sharing space at the current Sheriff’s substation in Norco.

“I’m not sure there is space (in Norco), but if our officers could change into their uniforms and park vehicles there, this would help save travel time,” says Tessari, explaining current patrol allocations from the Sheriff includes travel time to Eastvale from the Jurupa Valley station.

Located behind the Stater Bros. shopping center on Hamner Avenue near Fourth Street, the Norco substation is about two miles from Eastvale’s southern city limit and approximately five miles from Eastvale City Hall.

According to Captain Danny Feltenberger, who oversees the Jurupa Valley station, there are 27 full-time equivalent sworn positions in the Eastvale department. Finance documents for 2013-14 posted on Eastvale’s website indicate the contract will consume $6.17 million from the city’s overall general fund budget of $10.7 million.

In comparison, Chino Hills contracts with San Bernardino County Sheriff for its police. The city’s public safety budget for 2013-14 is $11.26 million and includes 38 deputies, according to Denise Sesma of the Chino Hills station.

Elsewhere, the cities of Diamond Bar and Walnut in eastern Los Angeles County both contract with Los Angeles County Sheriff for policing services, sharing a substation in Walnut. Finance documents for 2013-14 posted on the respective city websites indicate Diamond Bar pays $5.91 million for 21 deputies, and Walnut pays $2.87 million for 8 deputies.

“As for a substation (in Eastvale), that is a decision for the city to ponder and decide.  I would offer my input if asked. But ultimately, the decision and any associated costs would be decided and borne by the city of Eastvale,” says Capt. Feltenberger.

Eastvale: One Impossible Possiblity

BY PASTOR ROB NORRIS

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Pastor Rob Norris (image courtesy of Google Images)

“Bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, whoever has a complaint against anyone; just as the Lord forgave you, so also should you.”

 Colossians 3:13

Are there things that someone has done to you that you think you could never forgive?

You are not alone. Ron Luce, president of Teen Mania Ministries, shares a story that many can identify with.

Ron came to faith in Christ as a teenager after enduring an abusive home life. Not long after his conversion, God began to convict him of his need to forgive his mom for the evil things she had done and said to him as a boy. Things like hitting him in the face, crushing a cigarette butt out on his back, telling him when he was 13 years old, “Why don’t you do me a favor and kill yourself?”

Initially, Ron reacted with typical human disbelief. How could he forgive his mom? She didn’t deserve it. But in time, God broke through, and Ron decided he needed to forgive his mother.

So Ron started carrying around Scriptures on little cards–verses about forgiveness he could meditate on and memorize. He began desperately praying that God would give him the ability to give up his right to punish her. It wasn’t easy, and it didn’t happen overnight. But one day as a senior in high school, he remembers praying, “Lord, You need to reach my mom and touch her, because I love her.”

He couldn’t believe what he’d just said. “I love her?” He had never spoken those three words before in his entire life! “But I do love her. I do love my mom, and You’re the One who put it there, Lord. You must have done it.”

We can forgive, because He forgave us. He shows us a better way. A way of freedom from bitterness and punishment. Christ does it through us, and He can do it through you.

Live It:

What impossible injustices–things you’ve grown weary of dealing with on your own–do you need to hand over to Christ? Make a list and ask Him to lead you to full forgiveness.

Pray

Pray for whatever He must do in you to free you to forgive.  Meeting at River Heights Intermediate School,

Sundays @10:00 7227 Scholar Way, Eastvale, CA 92880 951-847-6836 http://www.atthecrossings.com.  Trusting and Believing with you!

Pastor Rob

 

Eastvale: High School Happenings

BY REZA MORENO

It’s the beginning of a new year and winter sports are jump-starting with a brand new season at Eleanor Roosevelt High School. The boys’ varsity soccer team is kicking off their season with a great start by winning a pre-season game. Captain Stephen Rainsbury has a goal of qualifying for CIF and finishing in the top three. They had a great opening by beating Santiago 1-0 on Jan. 14, but suffered a loss to their rivals, Norco High, 2-0. “A loss we intend to avenge at home,” said Rainsbury. These great athletes have a chance to accomplish their goals at their upcoming games.

As for the girls’ varsity soccer team, the team did an excellent job in their first tournament pre-season by coming in first place. Although the girls had lost their first two league games against Santiago on Jan. 14 and against Norco on Jan. 17, the girls are trying their best to make it to CIF this year. Head coach Wilson, wants to see her team gain confidence and receive great results from all of their hard work. “I want the team to at least beat every team just once,” says Captain Elena Morrison.

This year, the boys’ basketball team was invited to the Kingdom of the Sun Tournament in Ocala, Florida. The team played a game in Ocala that they won in double overtime. The team this season is relatively new; only four players have been on the team since their freshmen year. Captain Adam Turner’s goal is to win league and put a league championship banner in the gym. Their coach, Vonn Webb, has multiple years coaching at the high school and collegiate level under his belt, but this is his first year coaching at Roosevelt. The team did really well beating Santiago on their first league meet, 43-40, and also beating Norco, 74-57. The team played a rough game against Centennial on Jan. 22, with a score of 50-84. On Friday, Jan, 24, the boys won against Corona, 85-82.

The girls’ varsity basketball team is already having a fantastic start to their season. For their first tournament at Wilson High from Nov. 25, 2013 to Nov. 30, 2013, the team took third. In other tournaments, the girls gradually dominated for first place. From Dec. 16, 2013 to Dec. 21, 2013 at ERHS, the team took second place, and in their very last tournament, the Roosevelt girls took first place out of 16 teams. Their current record is 14-2, which means they have a great chance of making it to CIF. Although they lost to Norco 35-47 and Centennial 49-70, the girls did win their first league meet with Santiago, 51-40. Then on Jan. 24, the girls beat Corona, 57-38.

The girls’ water polo team is ready to begin their season and bring home a win. Overall their pre-season was great. The team has already played two tournaments, where they took seventh overall at Los Altos and second place at Western High. They played Santiago on Jan. 15, and even though they lost 16-11, they showed the rest of the teams in their league that they are a threat. Captain Jada Helberg says, “We have a strong group of girls who know how to play and that shows when we all play together as a team.” The girls’ played against their rival, Norco, and beat them 18-8, on Jan. 22. On Jan. 27, the girls won against Corona 18-8. Coach Souza’s goal for the team is to place in the top three this year.

The community of Eastvale has some amazingly talented athletes, and not just from the high school. There are many athletes that take the next step in college, like Kelsey Young, who grew up here. He is now playing football as a junior at Stanford University. Young feels honored playing for such an outstanding institution with a top-notch athletic program. “Football is a full-time job, but then so are the academics. You have to be highly responsible to balance both”, says Young, who has wanted to play professionally since he was eight years old. He adds, “I learned that you can’t manipulate your future. All you can do is put yourself in the right position and work for the best outcome.” Kelsey has advice for future athletes that dream of taking their skills to the next level, “If you believe it then you can achieve it. Sounds cliché, but it’s true. Start applying the choices of your life to be aligned with what you want to accomplish and be persistent. You’ll be surprised at what heights you can reach.”

Eastvale: Residential Burglary, Possession of Stolen Property, Possession of Burglary Tools

Date of Incident: 02/05/14 Time of Incident: 4:54 p.m.
Location of Incident: 6000 block of Wells Springs Street, Eastvale
Reporting Officer: Sergeant Brandi Swan
File Number: EV140360038
Details:
On Wednesday, February 5, 2014, at 4:58 p.m., Eastvale officers responded to the 6000 block of Wells Springs Street to investigate an audible burglary alarm. A search of the residence revealed a burglary had occurred and numerous items were taken from inside. Information was obtained of a vehicle used during the commission of the crime, which was a gray Pontiac Grand-Am.
While continuing to investigate the burglary, officers spotted the Pontiac Grand Am driving in the area and a traffic enforcement stop was conducted. The driver of the vehicle was contacted and identified as Victor Saizholguin, a 19 year old Hispanic male, residing in Eastvale.
A search of the Pontiac was conducted and property belonging to the residence on Wells Springs Street was located, as well as additional items of stolen property from at least one other residential burglary.
A search warrant was obtained and executed at Saizholguin’s residence in the city of Eastvale, attempting to locate other stolen items.
As a result, Saizholguin was arrested for residential burglary, possession of stolen property, and possession of burglary tools. Saizholguin was booked at the Robert Presley Detention Center and is being held on $35,000 bail.
Saizholguin did not act alone and additional suspects are sought. Anyone with information on this case is encouraged to call Deputy Michelle Shamhart at the Eastvale Police Department by calling (951) 955-2600.
Additionally, the Eastvale Police Department is holding several items of stolen property where the owner has not been identified. Those residents who have been recent victims of a burglary are encouraged to view the City of Eastvale/Persons of Interest webpage at http://www.eastvaleca.gov/index.aspx?page=164 to view the recovered items. If any of your property is recognized, please contact the Eastvale Police Department as soon as possible for recovery.

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Inland Empire: Technology and Social Media

BY RAMON AGUILAR

I like to say that I have seen enough incidents that involved students with today’s technology to prepare me for when my six-year-old daughter grows up and is surrounded by her peers with unlimited access to technology and social media.

As an educator inside the classroom, I always explained that using their smart phones or iPods to listen to music while they do their work, was a privilege. I made sure they understood the difference between the letter of the law and the spirit of the law. The letter of the law, which follows district policy, states that there are no electronics allowed to be powered up on campus. The spirit of the law is up for interpretation, which means that they are allowed to use their electronic devices to listen to music, but not to text or surf the web.

Unfortunately, teenagers are unable to control themselves and do go ahead and break the spirit of the law guidelines, thus causing an all electronic policy to be implemented and enforced. Teenagers have a high tendency to display a sense of entitlement when it comes to their electronics. They will literally tell you that it is their devices and that have the right to use them as they please. I see this issue as one of many, but definitely not the most severe issue or liability.

When I first started working out of the classroom as a Dean of Discipline at the high school level, I dealt with three to five electronic issues every single week. The least severe were when students would use the electronics in class without permission and I was asked to intervene. I would ask student to turn over the electronics to me and I would have to notify parents of the incident. Parents and students were notified in writing the school policy on electronics, and were warned that next time the electronic would be kept until parents came by the school to pick it up themselves. Other alternatives were that students were given the option to do four hours of clean detention on Saturdays in order to receive their devices, this was the most favorable for parents, many insisted that their child do time for the crime.

The other serious issues were students carrying around electronics which placed them in danger. Often, they were attacked by other students in order to steal the items from them. I lost count on how many times students would exit the bathroom during lunch time, where they had just been assaulted by other students. Especially the boys, who would often come out bruised and bleeding from their heads or noses.

Lockers being broken into during PE were the most popular ways that these opportunist thieves would attack and steal all items left inside the lockers. As a school official, I would have to remind parents of students that were robbed, that school policy states that the school site would not be responsible for items of value, especially electronics. It was a hard lesson for both parents and students, especially when families work so hard to save money to provide these types of items for the students.

I have to admit that I took great pleasure in catching all the thieves and assaulters that were involved in these aforementioned incidents. I am fortunate that during my short time with the California Highway Patrol as an officer, I obtained the skills and experiences that allowed me to work effectively and collaborate with school police in these types of incidents.

The most serious incidents were the ones that the victims were unaware that they had become victims. This is commonly referred to as “sexting”. Every time we would encounter phones with pictures of underage girls revealing parts or all of themselves in a compromising picture, these would cause a very complicated situation. As a parent, I would want to know if my children have been victimized by having their pictures online.

It has been said that our children are less likely to be vulnerable to online strangers or being a victim of some other form of online bullying, if we as parents developed open communication with our children. In my opinion, if our children were able to trust us about their problems, they would also be more likely to trust us and respect our rules and guidelines when it came to using technology and social media.

Eastvale: Advanced Improvements Provides Comfort To Your Home

STAFF REPORTS

Eastvale – Advanced Improvements are experts in heating and air conditioning, water heating, water filtration, and solar power. For over 20 years, they have been providing eco-friendly, energy saving, home and office comfort solutions to the Riverside, Orange, San Bernardino, San Diego and Los Angeles counties. Advanced Improvements’ mission is to build top quality home and office improvement projects on time, with exemplary customer service, and within your budget. Right now, Advanced Improvements is offering specials and discounts on a variety of their products.

Water Heating: Advanced Improvements carries a full line of different models and types of water heaters. They offer everything from traditional tank type water heaters and tankless water heaters, to the new hybrid water heaters and eco-friendly solar water heaters. Advanced Improvements specializes in tankless water heaters, claiming the title of the largest tankless water heater installation company in the nation. They have installed over 10,000 tankless water heaters over a period of 10 years.  Take advantage of their $500 off a Rheem Tankless Water Heater coupon or their $100 off a Rheem Tank Type Water Heater coupon.

Water Filtration: Advanced Improvements offers water filtration systems that protect against hardness elements, iron, rust, sediment and a variety of other substances that may be present in your water. Their systems are high flow and low maintenance machines that are designed for high performance. Ask about their $500 off coupon for Anti-Scale and Carbon Water Filtration Systems.

Heating and Air: Advanced Improvements has trained professionals that provide expert analysis, top quality equipment, and skilled installation or repair of your heating and air conditioning equipment. They can give your home a heating or cooling system that is not only reliable, but efficient. They also offer heat pumps, gas furnaces, package units, air handlers, and cooling coils. Their current heating special will allow you to get $1500 off in factory rebates for qualifying systems. Also, ask about their $75 special for a winter tune-up of your system.

Solar: Whether you’re looking to go completely off the power grid, or just reduce your carbon footprint, Advanced Improvements can help by providing you with solar solutions.  They offer both solar electric (photovoltaic) and solar thermal (solar water heating) technologies. See page 12 for more details about solar power. Also, If you become a solar customer, you can win a free iPAD if you refer a friend.

GO GREEN: You can also GO GREEN with Advanced Improvements, as they provide eco-friendly energy saving, green products for your home and business. They can help you go completely independent with solar power, replace your heating and cooling system with a new, high-efficiency unit, or lower your energy usage by installing a tankless water heater.

Advanced Improvements stands behind their products and services and is committed to excellence.  They are also committed to the community.  Owners Jason and Athena Hayes have lived in Eastvale for over seven years, and as homeowners, they love to see Eastvale flourish.  Advanced Improvements was the platinum sponsor for the Eastvale Community Foundation’s 1st Annual Golf Tournament recently, and they will continue to invest in the city and support its growth. Make sure to ask about their $500 off coupon for Eastvale residents only.

Make your home or business comfortable today, with Advanced Improvements (Contractor State License Board #947761).  Their office is located at 1200 North Barsten Way, Anaheim, 92806, but they can be reached at (888) 863-9504, or visit their website at http://www.AdvancedIMP.com. See their ad on page 12.

 

Eastvale: What Makes A City?

What Makes A City?

By K.P. Sander

Eastvale – Ever wonder what makes a city a city? From Jamestown to Eastvale (from the Garden of Eden, really), people have been setting up towns, cities, counties, states, districts and countries in an effort to hang up that “Home Sweet Home” sign and make a life.

It used to be, you pioneered your way to a spot you liked, pitched a tent, and started building a home. Someone else came along, liked your idea, and became your neighbor, and so on. Eventually brains were challenged by brawn and the hierarchy established itself.

Our very own mayor, Ike Bootsma, comes from a pedigree of Dutch settlers who had that pioneering spirit that said, “What if…?”

Nowadays, as with Eastvale, pretty sure you don’t just stick a flag in the ground and declare it a city. You need a visionary to see it, a mayor to govern it, a manager to care for it, laws to protect it, engineers to build it, amenities to keep it and citizens to live it.

It’s a bit of a privilege to live in Eastvale. One of the babies of Riverside County, it was officially incorporated in October of 2010. Eastvale’s much older siblings surround it with a lot of experience and history – Norco was established in 1964, Corona in 1886, Ontario in 1891, and Chino in 1910. Although Eastvale is peppered with nostalgia, there are not many hand-me-downs; everything is brand new, as is apparent by all the new homes, shops, restaurants and businesses coming to life throughout the city (read “Here We Grow Again” for details). It’s exciting to watch a city actually grow up all around you.

But what actually makes a city work? Where does the money come from, and who decides what happens?

Cities are governed by elected officials – a mayor and council members. They function in a congressional style, proposing bills, holding votes, and passing laws to keep the city on track with its own strategic goals and objectives and in alignment with state and federal regulations. Eastvale specifically strives to establish a solid fiscal foundation, optimize economic development potential, maintain an excellent level of public safety, and provide high quality public facilities and infrastructure, as stated in their Annual Operations document.

In general, cities make money from taxes and fees charged to residents and businesses (licenses, vehicle registration, fines, sales tax), and a portion of property taxes. In 2011, Eastvale, along with Jurupa Valley, Menifee and Wildomar lost approximately $14 million overall when California Legislature voted to redirect vehicle license fee revenues from the city income to law enforcement grants. While this could potentially be the end of Jurupa Valley’s incorporation, Eastvale seems to remain stable.

Eastvale’s Mission Statement reads: “The mission of Eastvale is to provide exceptional customer service to its citizens and businesses and to continue to attract new businesses to invest and locate in order to build a strong, stable community with an excellent quality of life and a vital business community.” It appears Eastvale has done an excellent job of staying true to its goals in its short life. As you look all around the City you see signs of a thriving present, and a bright future.

Refer to this table for a comparison between Eastvale and Diamond Bar, a city of similar size and population. What Makes A City Spreadsheet

Eastvale: City Council Recap 01.22.14

By Jennifer Madrigal

Eastvale – This month, there were two city council meetings. Here is a recap of what happened at both meetings:

The Jan. 8 meeting was attended by Council Members Ric Welch, Jeff DeGrandpre and Bill Link, along with Mayor Pro-Tem Adam Rush and Mayor Ike Bootsma. The invocation was led by Pastor Mark Lee of Vantage Point Church. There was a presentation by Darin Acevedo with Eastvale Pop Warner of a framed jersey to the City of Eastvale in appreciation for all their help. Michael Armijo of Eastvale Community News gave an update on the newspaper and on the Eastvale Chamber of Commerce.

Consent Calendar was passed 4-0-1 with Link abstaining. Item 5.2 which amends the zoning code to allow the placement of temporary signs in the public right of way, subject to Limits on Time, Place and Manner, was pulled for discussion. Motion was carried 4-1 with Welch voting No.

There were no Public Hearing items, or Old Business items. The New Business Items section was as follows:

8.1: Reaffirm or Select New Appointments to the Eastvale Community Foundation: 5-0 to re-affirm current appointments.

8.2: Reaffirm or Select New Appointments to the Planning Commission: 5-0 to reaffirm current appointments. They opened up an application for the vacant position and voted to decide on a replacement at the Jan. 22 city council mtg.

8.3: Reaffirm or Select New Appointments to the Public Safety Commission: DeGrandpre expressed concern about current functioning of the commission and would like another look at its operation and an outline of expectations. Bootsma also asked the commission to set meeting dates permanently for the commission. Motion was carried 5-0 to move this item to the Feb. 12 City Council Meeting.
8.4: Mayor Appointments to Outside Boards/Commissions: This list of appointments can be found on the City of Eastvale website.

The City Manager did not give a report and the meeting adjourned at 7:02 with closing comments from the Council. The information above was taken from the City of Eastvale Council minutes.

The Jan. 22 City Council meeting was attended by Council members Welch and Link, along with Mayor Pro-Tem Rush and Mayor Bootsma. Council Member De Grandpre was absent. The invocation was led by Pastor Ed Moreno with New Day Christian Church.
During the Presentation section of the meeting, the City of Eastvale recognized City of Eastvale volunteers for their service and dedication to helping the city.
The consent calendar with items 5.1 – 5.10 was approved 4-0-1.

The Public Hearing Section of the meeting began with Item 6.1 General Plan amendment, change of Zone, Major Development Review and Conditional Use Permit for the development of an Arco Gas Station facility, A convenience store, restaurant, and drive-through automatic car wash facility in one building, a second building for a sit-down restaurant, and a third building for a drive-through restaurant on an approximately 1.7 acre site. A second Conditional Use Permit is also being requested for the operation of a gasoline service station with concurrent sale of beer and wine in the Arco AM/PM convenience store. The City Council approved the project by approving resolutions 14-05-14-08 with a vote of 4-0-1. This property is located on the corner of Hamner and Riverside Drive.

Council Members asked about the high traffic of the industrial area on that street and whether that had been considered in the plans. In response, they were advised that it is probable that Riverside Drive will be widened in that area to four lanes or about 60-70 feet curb to curb. Council Member Welch also shared that there will be a trail consistent with Jurupa valley Equestrian trails in that area and that Jurupa Valley (not JCSD) will be in charge of landscaping and maintaining it.
During the Public Hearing Section of the meeting, a representative for the above project spoke about his general happiness and excitement for this project to proceed. He also shared that for building two of this project, they had tenants like Subway and Starbucks in preliminary discussions.

Eastvale Planning Commissioner Larry Oblea

Larry Oblea was appointed as the new Planning Commissioner at the Jan. 22 council meeting. (Photo Courtesy: City of Eastvale)

The Old Business Items section of the meeting began with Item 7.1: Appointment of Planning commissioner to replace William Link. The council approved Jeff DeGrandpre’s candidate, Larry Oblea as a new City Planning commissioner. Mr. Oblea came highly recommended with great references from his time as a planning commissioner for the City of Santa Fe Springs.

New Business item 8.1 Selection and award for consultant for Traffic Engineering On-Call Support- Iteris, Inc. was passed 4-0-1. Iteris, Inc. will now handle traffic signal design and operation on the 56 traffic signals throughout Eastvale. The cost is tied to specific projects as they occur. Item 8.2 Ordinance relating to establishing speed limits on city streets was also approved 4-0-1. This item calls for the amending of speed limits on three more sections of Eastvale. These speed limits were determined after a traffic study was conducted. Council Member Link questioned how these speed limits are determined. City Manager Jacobs explained that the speed limit is based on the speed that 85% of the vehicles travel on that stretch of road. Thus the speed limit will be adjusted on the following sections of road: 65th to Hamner to 35 mph, Hamner Citrus/Schleisman to 50 mph and Schleisman to Archibald to 50 mph.

The City Manager’s Report was given by Carol Jacobs. She announced that the 3rd Annual State of the City Address will be held at Roosevelt High School on March 27. She also announced that the City will be starting a pilot program with code enforcement on the weekends. They will be keeping track of code violations and having code enforcement at different periods throughout the weekend in order to see what time period is most effective. According to Jacobs, “This new weekend program is expected to be painful to start as most new enforcement usually is.”

Eastvale City Hall Volunteers 2014

City Council recognizes City of Eastvale Volunteers at the Jan. 22 council meeting.
(Photo Courtesy: City of Eastvale(

During the Council Communications portion of the meeting, the Vehicle License Fee issue was discussed. Council Member De Grandpre and Mayor Pro-Tem Rush were able to get a support letter from the California Association of Governments to Senator Roth and they are hopeful it will help improve the chance of the bill passing. Welch and Bootsma again thanked the volunteers to the City of Eastvale for all their help and Bootsma expressed his desire for some type of annual event to recognize these volunteers. The meeting was adjourned at 7:10 pm.

Eastvale: Here We Grow Again: What’s Left?

By K.P. Sander

Eastvale – 2014 is off and running and Eastvale is heading toward its fourth year (officially incorporating in October 2010) as a prominent city in Riverside County. The beautiful city is virtually unrecognizable from a decade ago when dairies ruled the roost, and Eastvale is beginning to show a cosmopolitan flair.

But what’s left? There is still some land left to be developed and some amenities to be had. If you read the ‘Interview with Bill Link’ article on www.anapr.com, you know, as our newest City Council Member and former member of Eastvale’s Planning Commission, he is committed to developing the land in our fair city for long-term financial sustainability, as well as what is best for the residents.

We have a multitude of new housing projects moving forward, including Copper Sky (DR Horton) at Schleisman Road and Scholar Way; the Trails at Eastvale (Richland Communities), Archibald and 65th Street; Cleveland Square (KB Homes), on Limonite at Scholar Way; and perhaps the most luxurious community, The Palms (Lennar Homes), at Citrus Avenue and Granja Vista del Rio Road, where street improvements have kept traffic measured for some time.

Estancia West (Lennar Homes)

Estancia West (Lennar Homes)

With some homes ready as early as March 2014, The Palms includes three distinct collections coming to Eastvale in neighborhoods set in lush landscaping just south of Eleanor Roosevelt High School: Estancia East, Estancia West, and the Desi Collection, named after esteemed actor, musician and producer, Desi Arnaz. Still central to this project is the beautiful Spanish-style home once owned by Arnaz when he retired to this area as a horse breeder. Jurupa Community Services District (JCSD) now owns the home and is preserving it as a jewel in the Eastvale crown, with its use yet to be finalized.

Just east of The Palms, the Eastvale Community Park at Citrus and Hamner avenues is nearly ready for its Grand Opening. The 45 acres of Phase I has Sports Fields, Concession Stands, Picnic Areas, Restroom Facilities and plenty of parking. The park also includes the much anticipated connection to the Eastvale Trail at Riverwalk Park, completing another link in the Santa Ana River Trail which will extend from the San Bernardino Mountains to the Pacific Ocean.

Around the corner from the new park onto Hamner Avenue at “A” Street, Eastvale’s first actual church building is nearing completion. New Day Christian Church’s 8,530 square foot worship center and adjacent 3,000 square foot assembly area will bring more urbanization to the 4.36 acre lot next to the Fire Station. Other prominent churches such as Edgewater Lutheran Church, Vantage Point, and Life Church still worship at local Eastvale Schools.

Speaking of Fire Stations, Eastvale will be getting a second station for its more than 57,000 residents and projected future growth. The new station will be constructed on a recently purchased 1.75 acre lot at Chandler Street and Selby Avenue. The property will also include a second building that will house Eastvale’s Emergency Operations Center. Construction is anticipated to begin sometime within the next two years.

So obviously Eastvale is flourishing and has a lot going on, but what about a future Civic Center, the Arts, a Police Station inside city limits, more upscale restaurants, and a car wash that you don’t have to drive through? There are a lot of nice-to-haves, but there are still things we need like schools, industrial parks, a possible hotel, and other businesses that generate jobs and revenue.

There is still land available for some major developments. The substantial piece of property on the northwest corner of Limonite and Hamner avenues is under specific discussion. The Leal Property has a lot of potential. According to the website, http://www.lealspecificplan.com, this property is “An opportunity for the City (of Eastvale) to re-imagine the Leal Property as a Regional Destination”, or a unique entertainment, shopping or recreation experience for which people are willing to travel long distances. The first step is a Vision Plan, which will determine the best direction for the City.

Just think of the possibilities. Indeed, Eastvale is truly becoming a destination city with much ado for the future.

Eastvale: Police Shut Down Another Marijuana House

Marijuana found inside an Eastvale residence. (Riverside Sheriff's Dept.)

Marijuana found inside an Eastvale residence. (Riverside Sheriff’s Dept.)

BY JENNIFER MADRIGAL

Eastvale – After a relatively quiet period, the Eastvale Police Department has been successful in shutting down yet another marijuana grow house. The house was located on the 12800 block of Thornbury Lane in Eastvale.

According to a press release from Riverside County Sheriff’s website, the house was part of an ongoing investigation. Once it was confirmed the residence was being used as part of an illegal residential grow operation, officers obtained a search warrant for the residence.

The Eastvale Special Enforcement team served the search warrant on Thursday, Jan. 30 at 9:30 am. During the search, Lou Zhong Wu, a suspect was detained inside the residence. The residence had been modified for the purposes of cultivating, processing and packaging marijuana for sales. Seized were 1170 marijuana plants, 26 pounds of processed marijuana and packaging materials. Electricity had been bypassed around the meter causing a serious fire hazard and resulting in $8700.00 a month in stolen electricity, according the press release.

Lou Zhong Wu, 52, of Monterey Park, was arrested and booked into jail. He was booked into the Robert Presley Detention Center in Riverside for conspiracy, cultivation and possession of marijuana for sales, and grand theft of utilities.

This investigation is ongoing and any information should be reported to officers Angeles and Thompson at the Jurupa Valley Station at 951-955-2600.

Inland Empire: “All You Need Is Love…”

By Pastor Tim Eaton

The Beatles made the words famous but the sentiment has been around since the dawning of romance. The trouble is that life seldom follows this sentiment. In fact, just about every heartbreaking story begins with love.

What begins as love can fade quickly. It seems like most everything around us is designed to drain the last drop of love and romance out of our lives. Long hours of work (or worries about lack of work), busing the kids all over town, trying to keep the house clean, paying the bills; all of this leaves us exhausted and frustrated, making love the last thing we feel for anyone.

It’s true. We need love. Love is what we seek from the most important relationships in our lives. Still, it’s not enough to make those relationships work. What we need is a love with faithful endurance. But what does that look like? Time, attention and action. That’s what love looks like to those who feel it from us, and what it looks like on our calendar. Without these things, love quickly fades into a distant memory leaving only heartbreak behind.

The Beatles may have written one of the greatest songs about love of all time, but the greatest love of all time is seen in Jesus: “God is love”. This is how God showed his love to us. He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him,” (1 John 4:8-9). He didn’t just begin to love, he continues to love: “The Lord is right and true; he is faithful in all he does,” (Psalm 33:4). What we need is His love; an unending, consistent love.

Reconnect with the one who will always love you, Sundays at 10am.

Pastor Tim Eaton
Edgewater Lutheran Church
Sundays at 10am
Harada Elementary
12884 Oakdale Street
Eastvale, CA 92880
http://www.EdgewaterLutheran.org

Eastvale: Create a Valentine’s Day to Remember

By Nicole Gilles, RD, CDE, CSR

Have you ever wondered what would really make your Valentine happy? You’ve tried the chaotic restaurant scene in the past, only to leave feeling uncomfortably full, tired, and stressed from the overcrowded restaurant and crazy parking lot.

This Valentine’s Day, show how much you care through actions instead of food. Skip the busy restaurant and store-bought chocolates. Instead, schedule some quality time with those you love. After all, it’s the time we spend together that creates memories, not high fat food and chocolates. If your loved one is feeling stressed, make time to snuggle up on the couch with their favorite movie. Or give them a back massage to relieve stress and aching muscles.

Maybe your Valentine would like a meal prepared for them. Consider making a romantic dinner for two at home with candles and flowers. Preparing meals at home empowers you to choose healthier foods and smaller portions. When you make the effort, your Valentine will feel the love in their heart and not on their hips. After all, food only lasts a second on the lips, but years on the hips.

Has your child already requested Valentine cards to pass out at school? If so, think about pairing the cards with healthier food options like pretzels instead of candy, or even non-food options like stickers or small toys. Providing non-food options will subtly show the next generation how we can celebrate without depending on food. Food should be used to fuel our bodies to keep them healthy and strong, as opposed to making emotional connections to temporarily improve our moods while permanently affecting our health.

The more you separate food from emotions, the happier and healthier you and your family will be. So give the gift of true love this Valentine’s Day and show your emotions through your actions instead of unhealthy food.

If you would like to slim down this spring, look no further than local Eastvale resident, Nicole Gilles. Nicole is the owner of Happy and Healthy Nutrition and she is dedicated to helping you achieve your health and weight goals. As a Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Expert, and Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition, Nicole is qualified to help you learn how to cope with emotional eating and learn to eat for your body’s individual needs. Happy and Healthy Nutrition members discover when to eat, how to eat, and how to lose weight and keep it off permanently. Start today, for a happy and healthy tomorrow!

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