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Norco: DUI/ Driver’s License Checkpoint Nets 4 DUI Arrests

Riverside County Sheriff’s Department

Norco  – The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department/Jurupa Valley Station/Norco Office conducted a DUI/Driver’s License checkpoint on July 11, 2015, at Hamner Ave. and Commerce St., between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m.  Checkpoints are placed in locations that have the greatest opportunity for achieving drunk and drugged driver deterrence and provide the greatest safety for officers and the public.

DUI/Driver’s License checkpoints have been shown to lower DUI deaths and injuries.  A major component of these checkpoints are the deterrent effects it has on those who might drive drunk or drug impaired, bringing about more awareness and encouraging everyone to use sober designated drivers.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), checkpoints have provided the most effective documented results of any of the DUI enforcement strategies, while also yielding considerable cost savings of $6 for every $1 spent.  Ninety percent of California drivers approve of checkpoints.

Checkpoint results:

  • 598 Vehicles through the checkpoint
  • 549 Vehicles screened
  • 4 DUI suspects arrested
  • 7 Drivers arrested for operating a vehicle unlicensed
  • 3 Drivers arrested for operating a vehicle on a suspended license
  • 2 Misdemeanor warrant arrests
  • 6 Vehicles towed

The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department/Jurupa Valley Station/Norco Office will be conducting additional DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint throughout the year, in our ongoing commitment to lowering deaths and injuries upon our streets and highways.

The checkpoint was funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  Report Drunk Drivers – Call 9-1-1!

Details:

Norco, CA – The Norco Sheriff’s Office will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint on July 11, 2015, at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 8:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.

The deterrent effect of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) checkpoints is a proven resource in reducing the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol or drug involved crashes. Research shows that crashes involving an impaired driver can be reduced by up to 20 percent when well-publicized DUI checkpoints and proactive DUI patrols are conducted routinely.

In California, this deadly crime led to 802 deaths in 2012 because someone failed to designate a sober driver. Nationally, the latest data shows nearly 10,000 were killed by an impaired driver.

Officers will be looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment, as well as checking drivers for proper licensing.  Motorists should only be slightly inconvenienced. Specially trained officers will be available to evaluate those suspected of drug-impaired driving.

Recent statistics reveal 30 percent of drivers in fatal crashes had ingested one or more drugs.  A study of active drivers showed more tested positive for drugs that may impair driving (14 percent) than did for alcohol (7.3 percent). Marijuana was the most prevalent drug, at 7.4 percent, slightly more than alcohol.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), checkpoints have provided the most effective documented results of any of the DUI enforcement strategies, while also yielding considerable cost savings of $6 for every $1 spent. Nearly 90 percent of California drivers approve of DUI checkpoints.

DUI Checkpoints are placed in locations based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests, affording the greatest opportunity for achieving DUI driving deterrence. Locations are chosen with safety considerations for the officers and the public.

Drivers caught driving impaired can expect the impact of the arrest to include jail time, fines, fees, DUI classes, and other expenses that can exceed $10,000.  The DUI arrest is public information and can expose the violator to a degree of public embarrassment.

Funding for this checkpoint is provided to the Norco Sheriff’s Office by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, reminding everyone to “report drunk driver/call 911.”

Summer Fun

By K.P. Sander

Eastvale – Summer Fun is upon us, and local cities have been working hard to bring you the very best in entertainment to make your summer just a little more enjoyable…and they’re FREE!
So pack up the kids, and bring along a blanket or some chairs, and a few snacks, and head on over to a plethora of entertainment opportunities. There’s nothing like a little summer fun under the stars.

CHINO SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Chino City Hall Front Lawn, 13220 Central Ave
Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m.
Bring chairs, blankets; food vendors on site
July 9: Eclipse – Top 40 Band
July 16: Soto – Latin style band
July 23: Rock Fantasy – Rock & Roll Band (LA2015 Special Olympics Community Celebration)
July 30: Hot August Night – Neil Diamond Tribute Band
Aug. 6: Rumours – Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band
Aug. 13: DSB – Journey Tribute Band
More Info: http://www.chinokiwanis.com

EASTVALE CONCERTS IN THE PARK
Harada Heritage Park, 13099 65th St
Fridays, 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Bring chairs, blankets; food vendors on site
July 10: Paul Justin & The Saloonatixx – Country Band
July 17: Red Not Chili Peppers – Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute Band
July 24: Mick Adams & The Stones – Rolling Stones Tribute Band
July 31: Cold Duck – Top 40 Band
Aug. 7: DSB – Journey Tribute Band
Aug. 14: Neon Nation – 80s Band
Aug. 21: No Duh – No Doubt Tribute Band
Aug: 28: Joshua Tree – U2 Tribute Band
More Info: (951) 727-3524

NORCO ROCKS – SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PARK
Pikes Peak Park, 111 6th Street; enter at Gate 4
Fridays, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Bring, chairs, blankets; food vendors on site
July 17: Superlark – Classic Rock
July 31: Suspect – Classic Rock
Aug. 14: Rockstars of Tomorrow
More Info: (951) 270-5632

Norco Astronomy Night 2015

Staff Reports

Norco – Come join the City of Norco Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services and the Riverside Astronomical Society for a fun night of star gazing, and learn about the wonders of the night sky.

Astronomy Night 2015 will be held on Tues., June 23, at the Corydon Staging Area – directly across from Fire Station # 57 – on Corydon Avenue in Norco. The event will be from 8:30 to 10 p.m., and is free to the community.

Please note that the event may be subject to cancellation due to inclement weather.

For more information regarding this event, please call (951) 270-5632, or visit www.norco.ca.us.

Summer Fun

By K.P. Sander

Eastvale – Memorial Day – the unofficial start of summer – has come and gone and the school year is quickly coming to a close.

Summer Fun is upon us, and local cities have been working hard to bring you the very best in entertainment to make your summer just a little more enjoyable…and they’re FREE!

So pack up the kids, and bring along a blanket or some chairs, and a few snacks, and head on over to a plethora of entertainment opportunities.  There’s nothing like a little summer fun under the stars.

 

CHINO SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Chino City Hall Front Lawn, 13220 Central Ave

Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m.

Bring chairs, blankets; food vendors on site

July 9: Eclipse – Top 40 Band

July 16: Soto – Latin style band

July 23: Rock Fantasy – Rock & Roll Band (LA2015 Special Olympics Community Celebration)

July 30: Hot August Night – Neil Diamond Tribute Band

Aug. 6:  Rumours – Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band

Aug. 13: DSB – Journey Tribute Band

More Info:  www.chinokiwanis.com

 

EASTVALE CONCERTS IN THE PARK

Harada Heritage Park, 13099 65th St

Fridays, 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Bring chairs, blankets; food vendors on site

July 10: Paul Justin & The Saloonatixx – Country Band
July 17: Red Not Chili Peppers – Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute Band
July 24: Mick Adams & The Stones – Rolling Stones Tribute Band
July 31: Cold Duck – Top 40 Band
Aug. 7: DSB – Journey Tribute Band
Aug. 14: Neon Nation – 80s Band
Aug. 21: No Duh – No Doubt Tribute Band

Aug: 28: Joshua Tree – U2 Tribute Band

More Info:  (951) 727-3524
NORCO ROCKS – SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PARK

Pikes Peak Park, 111 6th Street; enter at Gate 4

Fridays, 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Bring, chairs, blankets; food vendors on site

June 5: Yard Sale – 70s and 80s Band

June 19: Krazy Kirk and the Hillbillies – Bluegrass

July 3: Silverados – Country

July 17: Superlark – Classic Rock

July 31: Suspect – Classic Rock

Aug. 14: Rockstars of Tomorrow

More Info:  (951) 270-5632

Silverlakes: Back In Action

(Photo By: Randi Hauser) Spring has sprung in Norco as Silverlakes comes back to life after a long and fallow rest.

(Photo By: Randi Hauser)
Spring has sprung in Norco as Silverlakes comes back to life after a long and fallow rest.

By K.P. Sander

Norco – Think back to a year ago, when the Silverlakes Equestrian Center hit another barricade on a long and bumpy road.  Since the project began construction in 2007, it seems like one thing after another has prevented the 122-acre recreational facility from being completed.  The story – from financing issues to mistrust and lawsuits – has had a lot of drama.

On Thurs., Mar. 5, Eastvale’s Mayor Ike Bootsma announced that the project was a go.  “Funding is secured; bonds have been sold; and construction is going to start next week,” he said.  “Tournaments are scheduled to begin in September.”

As construction began once again on the barren field the week of March 9, interest has been renewed on the sports park that will ultimately contain an equestrian center capable of stabling and hosting world-class (possibly Olympic) events, 25 soccer fields, a 5,000-seat indoor stadium, an outdoor arena and event center, picnic areas, and more.  This beautiful sports mega-center could also bring in over $35 million to the City of Norco, and attract over a half million visitors…a boon for Norco, and Eastvale as well.

Steve King, Planning Director for the City of Norco, said that the project has definitely been approved.  “Synthetic and natural grass fields will be the first phase, along with some sand equine arenas,” he said.

The sports fields will be finished for use this year, and then other phases will commence construction thereafter.

Balboa Management Group, which has been at the helm (albeit on and off again) of construction for more than seven years, has secured $20 million in financing, according to the City of Eastvale.

Despite the ups and downs of Silverlakes, it’s not difficult to become re-enamored with anticipation over what is to come.  Citizens throughout Eastvale and Norco – and far beyond – will enjoy watching the construction process and look forward to enjoying the first fruits of the park come September.

As Eastvale’s Interim City Manager, Michele Nissen puts it, “Norco’s Silverlakes project has been a long-time coming, and we are happy to see the project start moving forward again.  Once this project is complete – assuming it is built out as planned – the regional benefits will be tremendous.  Invariably, there will be temporary construction inconveniences to Norco and Eastvale citizens, which go hand in hand with a project of this scope and magnitude.  This is a very exciting development that is poised to positively impact the trajectory of both cities.”

Well said.  This is definitely a project, that when completed, will place our communities in a more prominent place on the map.

 

 

Norco- Chili Cook-Off & Craft Beer Festival

Norco-Fire and Ice 1st Annual Chili Cook-Off and Craft Beer Festival

Norco-Fire and Ice 1st Annual Chili Cook-Off and Craft Beer Festival

Head over to Norco this Saturday for the Fire and Ice 1st Annual Chili Cook-Off & Craft Beer Festival! See the flyer for additional details.

Norco: Wee People Playschool

City of Norco

Are you looking for a safe environment where your child can grow emotionally, intellectually and socially while helping prepare them for kindergarten? Wee People Playschool does just that! The City of Norco Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services is offering this recreational program for children ages 3-5 years old. During Wee People, children learn shapes, colors, alphabet, sight words, name recognition, cooperative play skills and manners, while exercising their fine and gross motor skills and much more.

Wee People Playschool is offered Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:30am to 1:30pm or Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 2pm. For an 8 week session, Norco Residents fee for M/W/F session is $320 and the non-resident fee is $330. The Norco Resident fee for T/TH session is $275 and the non-resident fee is $285. Fees are subject to change. Registration is taken on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Wee People Playschool is held at the Norco Community Center located at 3900 Acacia Ave, Norco CA 92860. For more information please call (951) 272-1619 or visit www.norco.ca.us

 

 

Norco: Car Show and Sock Hop August 9th

Join the fun at Rock Around Norco! Car Show & Sock Hop on Saturday August 9th, 2014.

The car show is from 3pm-6om at the Bob’s Big Boy parking lot at 3521 Hamner Blvd. and the Sock Hop is 7pm-10pm at the Riley Gymnasium Plaza, 3950 Acacia Ave, Norco.

The family event is presented by the City of Norco, Department of Parks, Recreation & Community Services and Bob’s Big Boy. Proceeds benefit the George A. Ingalls Veteran’s Memorial Plaza.

For more information call 951-270-5632 or visit http://www.norco.ca.us.

rock-around-norco-2014

NORCO: Vehicle Theft Suspects Arrested

INFO. COURTESY RIVERSIDE SHERIFF’S DEPT.

Julie Stewart

Julie Stewart

Tayler Jenkins

Tayler Jenkins

On Tuesday, July 15, 2014, about 11:45 a.m., deputies assigned to the Jurupa Valley Station, Norco Sheriff’s Office, responded to the 2200 block of Vista Ridge in the city of Norco. This was in reference to a stolen vehicle investigation. Upon arriving, deputies located the stolen vehicle parked in the driveway of a residence. As the deputies continued with their investigation, they were able to locate and identify the suspects, who were found hiding in the residence.

The following suspects were arrested and booked into Robert Presley Detention Center:

Lawrence Piper – 30 years old – Possession of stolen property, burglary, & two felony warrants for Parole Violations.
Julie Stewart – 28 years old – Possession of stolen property, burglary, & a felony warrant for possession of controlled substance.
Tayler Jenkins – 23 years old – Possession of methamphetamine & Violation of probation.
The Norco Sheriff’s Office is committed to the safety of the citizens of Norco and is vigilant in combating crime. Anyone with information about this case can contact Deputy Nicholas Padilla #2781 at 951-270-5673.

NORCO: Life Saving Click It or Ticket Mobilization Begins in Norco

RIVERSIDE SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE

Norco, CA – The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department / Jurupa Valley Station / Norco Office wants to remind motorists to Click It or Ticket. In order to enforce this reminder, beginning today Monday, May 19th, deputies will be joining in the 2014 national seat belt enforcement mobilization and cracking down on motorists who are not belted.

Even with a seatbelt usage rate of 97.4 percent, California still has 800,000 or more who aren’t buckling up. In a crash, they stand a 50 percent greater chance of being killed than those who have taken the two seconds to buckle in. In an ongoing effort to reach those remaining safety hold-outs, police, sheriff and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) departments across the state will be taking part in Click It or Ticket from May 19 through June 1.

“Our roadways will be packed with motorists this Memorial Day weekend as people travel to spend time with family and friends. We want to ensure that everyone arrives at their destination safely,” said Lieutenant Daniel Hedge. “Take a few extra seconds and put your seatbelt on to ensure your safety.”

According to new data released from the Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), fatalities are up nationwide for the first time in five years. In 2012, 10,335 people who were killed in motor vehicle crashes were not wearing their seat belts. NHTSA data also details how more traffic vehicle deaths occur at night. In 2012, 61 percent of passenger vehicle occupants killed during the nighttime hours of 6:00 p.m. – 5:59 a.m. were not wearing their seat belts.

“Wearing a seat belt is one of the easiest and best things you can do to protect yourself in the event of a car crash,” said Rhonda Craft, Director of the California Office of Traffics Safety. “Taking a few moments to properly secure yourself and all your passengers before going on your way could mean the difference between life and death.”

The cost for a seat belt violation in California for unbuckled vehicle occupants over age 16 is a minimum of $161 for a first offense. The penalty fees for failing to properly buckle up any child under the age of 16 is a minimum $490 per child for a first offense, plus a violation point will be added to the driver’s record. If the parent is not in the car, the driver gets the ticket.

For more traffic safety information, visit the California Office of Traffic Safety at http://www.ots.ca.gov or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Click It or Ticket mobilization, http://www.nhtsa.gov/ciot.

Norco – Attempted Murder on a Police Officer

Ernest Perez Photo From: Riverside County Sheriff's Dept.

Ernest Perez
Photo From: Riverside County Sheriff’s Dept.

PRESS RELEASE FROM RIVERSIDE COUNTY SHERIFF”S DEPT.

On April 29, 2014, a deputy assigned to the Norco Office was dispatched to a suspicious person call in the 800 block of Sixth St. Upon arrival, the deputy was directed to Hillside Avenue, where he saw 30-year-old Ernesto Perez from Corona. The deputy determined that Perez was intoxicated to the point where Perez was unable to care for himself and attempted to arrest him for public intoxication.

While attempting to take Perez into custody, Perez fought the deputy. During the struggle, Perez was able to remove the deputy’s baton and at one point during the fight, threatened to kill the deputy. The deputy was able to wrestle the baton from Perez’ grasp and it went flying across the ground. Several bystanders came to the deputy’s aid and were able to secure the baton.

Assisting deputies arrived and they were able to take Perez into custody. Both Perez and the deputy received minor injuries and were treated by medical staff. Perez was booked at Robert Presley Detention Center after receiving a medical clearance for his injuries.