Apple Valley will release the first draft of its 10-year redistricting map March 1. That draft map, the product of two public hearings, will be the subject of a third public session scheduled for March 8, according to a statement on the town’s website. Adoption of final map is expected …
Read More »San Bernardino keeps trying to find a solution to Carousel Mall
Despite having a development team in place, deciding what to do with the abandoned downtown property has been difficult. Even agreeing on a demolition plan has been an obstacle. Last August, it looked like San Bernardino was on track to solving one of its biggest and longest-running problems. The …
Read More »County to help small businesses hurt by COVID-19
Very small businesses in Riverside County that have been hurt by COVID-19 may be eligible to receive help from the county. The office of economic development is offering $2,500 grants under its Riverside County Microbusiness COVID-19 Relief Grant Program, according to a statement released Friday. A microbusiness must have no …
Read More »Norco removes homeless tracts
Norco has removed four homeless encampments from River Trails Park. The city took action after discovering the encampments included biohazard and combustible materials that could have caused fires. Riverside County sheriff and fire departments, CAL FIRE and the non-profit City Net assisted in the cleanup, which was paid for with …
Read More »Riverside County library adds mobile vans
The Riverside County Library System has added two mobile resource vans to its inventory. Library Connect, which began Tuesday, brings library and literacy services to communities in the county’s western and desert regions 365 days a year, according to a statement on the county’s website. The expansion is being paid …
Read More »City to spend extra funds on public safety, quality of life
Moreno Valley will spend $5.5 million to improve its public safety and quality of life. The city council approved the expenditures at its Feb. 1 council meeting, according to a statement on the city’s website. The spending is part of a first-quarter budget update. It will help pay for a …
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