Feb 03
Supervisor Benoit Announces Appointment Vacancies
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit is seeking residents interested in serving on county councils, boards, and commissions.
District News
2012
Jan 24
Ninth Annual Fourth District Youth in Government Day to Pair County Staff with Students
High school students from the Coachella Valley will shadow Supervisor John J. Benoit, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder Larry Ward, Superior Court Judge John G. Evans and 29 other county employees during Wednesday’s Ninth Annual Fourth District Youth in Government Day.
Jan 11
County Medical Center Mobile Clinic Returns to Oasis Thursday
General medical exams, sick child visits and vision screenings are some of the health care services available free of charge to all Riverside County residents from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday at San Felipe Community & Housing at 67-305 Harrison (Old Highway 86) in Oasis.
Jan 10
Volunteers in Medicine to Begin Construction Jan. 17
The Coachella Valley Volunteers in Medicine, which serves the medical needs of an under-served population in the Coachella Valley, will break ground on a permanent clinic at 10 a.m. Jan. 17 in Indio, 82-915 Avenue 48.
Jan 10
Workshops to Focus on Transportation Needs and Planning
The Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) is gathering feedback to help plan projects and public transit services to address the mobility needs of older adults, people with disabilities and low-income individuals.
2011
Dec 29
Benoit Statement on Elimination of Redevelopment Agencies
Supervisor John J. Benoit offers the following statement on today’s California Supreme Court decision eliminating redevelopment agencies
Dec 20
CAL FIRE Brings “Spark of Love” to North Shore Wednesday
Firefighters at Station 41 in North Shore will distribute gifts to more than 125 children in the North Shore community at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at the North Shore Beach & Yacht Club Community Center, 99-155 Sea View Dr.
Dec 17
Supervisor Benoit’s Youth Advisory Council to Spread Holiday Cheer to Foster Children Sunday
Supervisor John J. Benoit’s Youth Advisory Council members will assist For The Children, a nonprofit that supports foster children, in a Christmas party from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Hilton in Palm Springs, 400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way.
Dec 14
Santa to Visit Blythe Area for Special Event Saturday
Families can enjoy a pancake breakfast, a craft workshop and a special visit by Santa Claus at Saturday’s Breakfast with Santa from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Roy Wilson Community & Child Care Center in Mesa Verde, 13341 Mesa Dr.
Dec 13
Benoit to Address California Transportation Commission Visit
Local transportation projects will be highlighted by Supervisor John J. Benoit in welcoming remarks to the California Transportation Commission during the commission’s special visit Wednesday to Riverside.
Dec 12
Workshop to Discuss County Housing Goals Wednesday
The Riverside County Planning Department is seeking public input on the county’s housing goals at an informational workshop to be held at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14 at the City of La Quinta’s City Council Chambers, 78-495 Calle Tampico.
Dec 05
Benoit to be Honored by Alma Mater, Cal State San Bernardino
Supervisor John J. Benoit will be honored by California State University San Bernardino at a dinner benefiting student scholarships at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7 at the Eagle Glen Clubhouse in Corona.
Dec 01
New Mecca Boys & Girls Clubhouse to Open Friday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join county officials, community leaders and representatives of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Coachella Valley at the grand opening of Mecca’s Joel E. Smilow Clubhouse, in a ceremony to be held at 3 p.m. Friday at 91-391 Avenue 66.
Nov 30
Benoit to Ride in Two Holiday Parades Saturday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will ride in the 20th Annual Indio International Tamale Festival Parade and the 20th Annual Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade on Saturday.
Nov 29
Free Flu Vaccine Available in Thermal Tomorrow
A free flu vaccination clinic for seniors and persons with disabilities will be held from 8 a.m. to noon Wednesday at the Jerry C. Rummonds Memorial Community & Senior Center in Thermal, 87-229 Church St.
Nov 28
Community Council Training to Offer Education about County Planning Process, Brown Act
Supervisor John J. Benoit will host a Fourth District Community Council Training Seminar from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1 at the Workforce Development Center in Indio, 44-199 Monroe St., Rm. 402.
Nov 22
Busy Railroad Crossing Gets Initial Funding to Eliminate Vehicle Delays
Riverside County now has funding to complete design and engineering of a grade separation at Avenue 66 and the Union Pacific line in Mecca.
Nov 22
Office on Aging Moves to La Quinta
In order to provide more efficient and centrally located services, the Riverside County Office on Aging has moved its desert satellite office to 78-900 Avenue 47, Suite 200 in La Quinta.
Nov 09
County Medical Center Mobile Clinic Returns to Oasis Tomorrow
General medical exams, sick child visits and vision screenings are some of the health care services available free of charge to all Riverside County residents from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday at San Felipe Community and Housing at 67-305 Harrison (Old Highway 86) in Oasis.
Nov 08
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 Tuesday to approve a comprehensive solar power plant policy requiring large-scale solar developers to pay a $450 per-acre payment to compensate the county for the use of its property and for committing vast tracts of land exclusively to solar development.
Nov 02
New Coachella Valley Rescue Mission to be Dedicated Monday
rvisor John J. Benoit will speak at the ribbon cutting of the Coachella Valley Rescue Mission’s new shelter at 11 a.m. Monday, located in Indio at 47-470 Van Buren St.
Nov 02
Benoit to Open Saturday’s Jacqueline Cochran Air Show
Supervisor John J. Benoit will provide welcoming remarks to open the 8th Annual Jacqueline Cochran Air Show at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport in Thermal (56-850 Higgins).
Oct 19
Supervisors Pass Online Campaign Finance Disclosure Reform
On a vote of 5-0, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors passed Supervisor John J. Benoit’s measure to require political committees and candidates that meet certain financial thresholds to file their campaign reports online.
Oct 19
Benoit’s Aerial District Tour Now Online at www.RivCo4.org
A video featuring captivating aerial and on-site highlights of key local economic development projects, and an update on the county’s pending solar policy, can now be seen on Supervisor John J. Benoit’s Web site, www.rivco4.org.
Oct 12
County Medical Center Mobile Clinic Returns to Oasis Tomorrow
General medical exams, sick child visits and vision screenings are some of the health care services available free of charge to all Riverside County residents from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday at San Felipe Community and Housing at 67-305 Harrison (Old Highway 86) in Oasis.
Oct 10
Benoit to Address Tri-Community Council Meeting Tuesday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will present an update on the budget and efforts to establish a solar policy at Tuesday’s joint meeting of the Indio Hills, Desert Edge and Sky Valley community councils at 6 p.m. at the Indio Hills Community Center, 80-400 Dillon Rd.
Sep 08
County Medical Center to Bring Health Care Services to Oasis
General medical exams, sick child visits and vision screenings are some of the health care services available free of charge to all Riverside County residents from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday at San Felipe Community and Housing at 67-305 Harrison (Old Highway 86) in Oasis.
Sep 07
Foreign Trade Zone Proposed for Eastern Coachella Valley
The Four Winds Tribal Coalition is proposing a 4,500-acre Foreign Trade Zone to serve the eastern Coachella Valley.
Aug 30
Appointees Sought for Desert Mental Health Board
The Riverside County Department of Mental Health is seeking residents living in the Coachella Valley, Blythe area and the Pass area to fill four vacancies on the Riverside County Desert Board of Mental Health.
Aug 24
Economic Development Focus of Friday Rotary Lunch
Local economic development, including the Thermal Motorsports Track and Club, redevelopment projects and the county’s efforts to set the standard on solar policy will be the focus of Supervisor John J. Benoit’s presentation before the Rotary Club of La Quinta at their lunch at noon Friday at Cliffhouse Restaurant (78-250 Highway 111).
Aug 11
Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station Becomes County’s First LEED Gold Building
The new Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station, located at 73-700 Gerald Ford Drive, is the first building constructed by Riverside County to receive the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design gold certification.
Jul 22
Informational Meeting on Mecca Roundabout to be Held Wednesday
A community meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday at Saul Martinez Elementary School (65-705 Johnson St.) to discuss upcoming construction of a modern roundabout at Fourth Street and Hammond Road in Mecca.
Jul 20
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join community leaders to announce support for the lawsuit filed by the League of California Cities and California Redevelopment Association in the California Supreme Court to overturn legislation eliminating redevelopment agencies
Jul 08
Riverside County, Solar Developer Reach Franchise Agreement
Riverside County staff and Desert Sunlight have reached a 30-year agreement to give the solar developer access to county rights-of-way near Desert Center in exchange for annual payments of $600,000, adjusted yearly for inflation, Supervisor John J. Benoit announced Friday.
Jul 05
Cool Centers for Riverside County’s Desert Areas
The Community Action Partnership of Riverside County (CAP) has partnered with senior and community centers to provide cool centers, drop-in sites for vulnerable individuals, the disabled and seniors in need of temporary relief from the summer heat.
Jun 16
Supervisor Benoit Announces Selection of AQMD Interns
Supervisor John J. Benoit announces the selection of Vanessa Tanik, Ashley Vo and Kylee Chang who will begin internships with the South Coast Air Quality Management District.
Jun 10
Firefighter Concessions Keep Blythe Station Open
Riverside County’s fire station in Blythe, which had been slated for closure at the end of this month, will remain open thanks to union concessions that are saving the county $1.6 million, Supervisor John J. Benoit and Fire Chief John R. Hawkins announced today.
May 26
Benoit to Commemorate Memorial Day at East Valley Memorial
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will remember the soldiers who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country Monday at the Coachella Valley Cemetery in Coachella (82-925 Avenue 52).
May 17
Economic Blueprint Focus of Thursday Breakfast Program
Supervisor John J. Benoit and Thomas Flavin, president and chief executive officer of the Coachella Valley Economic Partnership (CVEP), will discuss the Coachella Valley Economic Blueprint at the “Breakfast with the Supervisor” Thursday at Embassy Suites Palm Desert (74-700 Highway 111).
May 13
Supervisor Benoit to Present Awards at Saturday’s 17th Annual Rotary Math Field Day
Supervisor John J. Benoit will acknowledge the winners of the 17th Annual Rotary Math Field Day Saturday at John Glenn Middle School in Indio (79-655 Miles Ave.).
May 13
Benoit to Address Emergency Volunteers Saturday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will reiterate the value of emergency preparedness at the annual Riverside County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Field Day for the Coachella Valley at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, to be held at the Roy Wilson Fire Station and Training Center in Thousand Palms (31-920 Robert Rd.).
May 12
Benoit to Break Ground on Date Palm Drive Interchange
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join state legislators and representatives from the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG), Riverside County Transportation Commission and the City of Cathedral City at the groundbreaking ceremony on the Date Palm Drive Interchange Improvement Project at 9 a.m. Friday on the northeast side of the interchange.
May 10
Benoit to Tout Teamwork at Annual Park Volunteers Luncheon
Supervisor John J. Benoit will speak on the theme of teamwork in local government at Wednesday’s annual gathering of volunteers and staff of the Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District.
May 06
Torres-Martinez, Riverside County to Sign Land-Use Agreement
The County of Riverside and the Torres-Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians Tribal Council will sign a groundbreaking land-use agreement at 9 a.m. May 18 at the Torres-Martinez Tribal Hall (66-725 Martinez Rd., Thermal).
May 03
Board Vote Removes Hub Jail Priority
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed Tuesday to remove the regional detention center as the No. 1 priority on the capital improvement plan, directing staff to look at adding much-needed and less-costly jail beds most likely in Indio and elsewhere in the county.
May 03
Electric Lawn Mower Exchange Kicks Off Saturday in Palm Desert
Coachella Valley residents can reduce air pollution and save money by exchanging a working gasoline-powered lawn mower for a new battery-electric model.
May 03
Benoit to Engage Students in Government during Coachella Valley High School Career Week
Coachella Valley High School seniors will participate in a mock legislative committee hearing chaired by Supervisor John J. Benoit during CVHS Career Week.
Apr 19
Traffic Solution to Interstate 10 Tie-Ups Configured
Caltrans has completed work on two Interstate 10 median breaks that will allow the California Highway Patrol to safely turn around traffic in the event of an emergency that shuts down the freeway.
Apr 12
Board Vote Sets New Direction on Jail Plans
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed Tuesday to pursue smaller, cheaper jail expansion plans and took steps to remove the regional detention center as the No. 1 priority in the county’s capital improvement plan.
Apr 06
Benoit to Participate in North Shore Clean-Up, Activities Saturday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will visit a community clean-up and fair in North Shore at 11 a.m. Saturday.
Apr 06
Construction Begins at Thermal Interchange
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) began construction this week on a new $6.1 million interchange in Thermal at Airport Boulevard on State Route 86S.
Apr 06
Benoit, Ashley to Ask for Halt to Whitewater Jail Planning
Faced with budget shortfalls that could delay a proposed Whitewater detention center for years, Supervisors John J. Benoit and Marion Ashley today announced they will ask board members to halt planning and reconsider options that could add jail beds faster and at a lower cost.
Apr 02
Salton Sea Art on Display in April at Renovated County Landmark
Unique art inspired by the Salton Sea will be displayed throughout April at the Salton Sea History Museum, with an opening reception from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday inside the county’s renovated North Shore Beach and Yacht Club Community Center.
Mar 30
Two Exceptional Role Models for Women Named Riverside County Women of the Year
The Riverside County Commission for Women has selected six women of the year who will be presented with special honors at Tuesday’s Board of Supervisors meeting in Riverside.
Mar 29
Benoit Announces Vacancies on County Boards and Commissions
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit is seeking residents interested in serving on county councils, boards and commissions.
Mar 29
10 Days Left to Buy Senior Inspiration Award Tickets
Tickets are selling fast for the 19th Annual Senior Inspiration Awards, a beloved Coachella Valley tradition recognizing senior citizens who are role models for all ages. The luncheon will be held at the legendary Riviera Palm Springs Resort (1600 North Indian Canyon Drive) at 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 8.
Mar 24
Riverside County to Update Public on Community Involvement in Regional Detention Center Project
Supervisor John J. Benoit and other county officials will speak Saturday at a community forum on the proposed Riverside County Regional Detention Center, providing a timely update on the county’s partnership with the hospitality industry to further study the project.
Mar 03
AQMD Steps Up Odor Investigation in Mecca
In response to odor complaints received from Mecca residents, the South Coast Air Quality Management District has launched an intensive air monitoring and analysis effort to further determine the source and chemical constituents of foul odors in and around the community.
Mar 02
Benoit Presses Transportation Priorities to Federal Officials
Supervisor John J. Benoit is advocating for Riverside County’s transportation priorities during a visit this week to Washington, D.C.
Feb 24
Benoit to Dedicate Major Mayflower Park Improvements Friday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join Blythe area officials and Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District staff in the dedication of the first phase of improvements in a generation to Mayflower Park at 10 a.m. Friday.
Feb 17
Benoit to Speak at Open House of Volunteers in Medicine
Supervisor John J. Benoit will speak at the open house of the Coachella Valley Volunteers in Medicine at 2 p.m. Tuesday at its Indio clinic (81-880 Dr. Carreon Blvd. Ste. B-103).
Feb 11
Benoit to Open the 65th Annual Date Festival Friday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will welcome fairgoers at Friday’s opening of the 65th Annual Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival.
Feb 10
Benoit to Speak at Palms to Pines Rotary Breakfast
Supervisor John J. Benoit will speak before the Palm Desert Palms to Pines Rotary Club at their breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday at Desert Falls Country Club in Palm Desert (1111 Desert Falls Parkway).
Feb 09
Benoit to Highlight Redevelopment Successes to Local Legislators
Continuing his call for state lawmakers to preserve redevelopment agencies, Supervisor John J. Benoit will highlight redevelopment’s benefits at a public hearing held by Assemblyman Brian Nestande and Senator Bill Emmerson at 1 p.m. Friday at the Palm Desert City Council Chambers (73-510 Fred Waring Drive).
Feb 08
Benoit to Speak at Dick Kelly Bridge Dedication
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join local leaders and members of late Palm Desert City Councilman Richard S. Kelly’s family for the dedication of the Portola Bridge at 10 a.m. Friday.
Feb 07
Supervisor Benoit to Again Testify on Redevelopment before Assembly Hearing Today
At a joint hearing on enterprise zones and redevelopment, Supervisor John J. Benoit will offer testimony on Gov. Jerry Brown’s proposal to eliminate redevelopment agencies
Feb 03
Benoit Calls on State to Preserve Redevelopment
Supervisor John J. Benoit implored legislators today to refrain from stripping local governments of their redevelopment funds and look at trimming state spending instead.
Feb 02
Supervisor Benoit to Provide Testimony on Redevelopment before Senate Budget Panel Tomorrow
At the request of his colleagues on the Riverside County Board of Supervisors, Supervisor John J. Benoit will offer testimony on Gov. Jerry Brown’s redevelopment proposal
Feb 01
Nominations Accepted for Riverside County Women of the Year
The Riverside County Commission for Women is seeking nominations for its Women of the Year Awards. The deadline to nominate is Feb. 14.
Feb 01
Supervisor Benoit Announces Battle of the Bands Finalists
Supervisor John J. Benoit today announced the seven finalists that will perform in the Battle of the Bands on the fair’s opening day, Feb. 18.
Jan 31
Benoit Resolution Raises Awareness of Heart Disease
Supervisor John J. Benoit will present a resolution at Tuesday’s Board of Supervisors meeting proclaiming February as American Heart Month and Feb. 4 as Riverside County “Wear Red Day.”
Jan 26
Supervisor Benoit to Observe International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Supervisor John J. Benoit will speak at a ceremony observing International Holocaust Remembrance Day at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Holocaust Memorial in the Palm Desert Civic Center Park (northeast corner of Fred Waring Drive and San Pablo Avenue).
Jan 26
County, CVA to Partner on Detention Center Location Study
Riverside County and the Palm Springs Desert Resort Communities Convention and Visitors Authority (CVA) will partner on commissioning a destination impact study on the proposed location of the Riverside County Regional Detention Center.
Jan 25
Meeting to Discuss Strange Odors in Mecca to be Held Feb. 16
A community meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Feb. 16 at Saul Martinez Elementary School (65-705 Johnson Street) with the Environmental Protection Agency, Riverside County Department of Environmental Health, the South Coast Air Quality Management District and local representatives to discuss the problem of strange odors reported recently at the Mecca campus.
Jan 19
Five Firefighters with Mecca Roots to be Honored at Thursday’s Fire Station Groundbreaking
Five local firefighters who grew up in Mecca and graduated from Mecca Elementary School and Coachella Valley High School will be honored at the groundbreaking of Mecca Fire Station #40 at 10:30 a.m. Thursday in Mecca (91-350 66th Ave.).
Jan 12
Youth in Government Day to Pair County Mentors with Students
High school students from the Coachella Valley will shadow Supervisor John J. Benoit and 27 county employees Thursday in the Eighth Annual Fourth District Youth in Government Day program.
Jan 11
Supervisor Benoit Takes Oath of Office for New Term
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit was sworn into a full, four-year term of office by retired Riverside Superior Court Judge Bill Bailey at the Board of Supervisors meeting this morning.
Jan 06
Residents Have Until Jan. 18 to Claim Property Tax Refunds
Riverside County property owners and businesses have until Jan. 18 to claim old property tax refunds.
Jan 04
Changes to Thermal’s Airport Boulevard to be Discussed
A special Thermal Community Council meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Monday to discuss improvements to Airport Boulevard. The meeting is open to area residents and will be at John Kelley Elementary School in Thermal (87-163 Center St.).
Jan 04
Benoit to Speak at Groundbreaking of Mecca Fire Station
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join county officials and community leaders at the groundbreaking of Mecca Fire Station #40 at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 20.
Jan 03
Riverside County’s Best Young Bands Sought for 2011 Battle of the Bands Competition
The search is on for Riverside County’s best young bands to be featured at the Second Annual Battle of the Bands at the 2011 Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival.
2010
Dec 27
Supervisor Benoit Seeks Community Input on Future of First 5
Supervisor John J. Benoit invites residents to share their vision of the Riverside County Children and Families Commission (First 5 Riverside). The meeting, to be held at 2:30 p.m. on Jan. 6 at the Cathedral City Library (33-520 Date Palm Drive), will help the agency create its new strategic plan.
Dec 16
Supervisor Benoit’s Youth Advisory Council to Spread Holiday Cheer to Foster Children Sunday
Supervisor John J. Benoit’s Youth Advisory Council members will assist For The Children, a nonprofit that supports foster children, in a Christmas party fundraiser at noon Sunday at Hotel Zoso in Palm Springs (150 South Indian Canyon Drive).
Dec 15
December 15, 2010 - Notice from the Treasurer-Tax Collector
Unclaimed Property Tax Refund deadline extended until January 18, 2011.
Dec 14
Supervisors Repeal Plan to Regulate Marijuana Collectives
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors today halted a plan to regulate medical marijuana collectives, leaving in place an existing ban on dispensaries that allows code enforcement officers to crack down on storefront operations popping up around the county.
Dec 03
Supervisor Benoit to Dedicate Blythe Animal Shelter
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join county officials and community leaders at the grand opening of the Blythe Animal Shelter at 10 a.m. Dec. 11 at 245 S. Carlton Ave.
Dec 03
AQMD Awards $1.4 Million to Desert Sands for Bus Upgrades
This morning, Supervisor John J. Benoit voted with his colleagues on the South Coast Air Quality Management District Governing Board to award $1,356,192 to the Desert Sands Unified School District to replace eight old diesel school buses with new compressed natural gas buses.
Dec 03
Supervisor Benoit Announces Gifts for Guns Exchange
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join Palm Springs Police Chief David Dominguez, Palm Springs Mayor Pro Tem Lee Weigel and Assemblyman Manuel Perez at the Gifts for Guns exchange program at 12:30 p.m. Dec. 9 in the parking lot immediately north of the Palm Springs Police Department training center (200 South Civic Drive).
Nov 30
Supervisor Benoit to Speak at Groundbreaking of Coachella Valley Rescue Mission Shelter
Supervisor John J. Benoit will speak at the groundbreaking of the Coachella Valley Rescue Mission shelter at 1 p.m. Dec. 8. The site of the new shelter is 47-470 Van Buren St., Indio.
Nov 29
Benoit Comments on Animal Services Staff Reductions
Supervisor John J. Benoit offers the following comments regarding decreased staffing levels at the Department of Animal Services' Coachella Valley Animal Campus
Nov 29
Benoit to Share Goals, Insights at American Council of Engineering Companies Breakfast
Supervisor John J. Benoit will provide “State of the County” remarks before members of the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC), Riverside-San Bernardino Chapter, at a breakfast to be held at 8 a.m. Friday, Dec. 10 at Desert Willow Golf Resort (38-995 Desert Willow Drive).
Nov 04
Supervisor Benoit to Open Saturday’s Thermal Air Show
Supervisor John J. Benoit will speak at the opening ceremony of the 7th Annual Jacqueline Cochran Air Show at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport in Thermal (56-850 Higgins).
Nov 03
Benoit Comments on Registrar of Voters
Supervisor John J. Benoit offers the following statement on the election:
Nov 01
Benoit to Address Annual Agriculture Dinner
Supervisor John J. Benoit will be the keynote speaker at the 93rd Annual Riverside County Farm Bureau Meeting at 6 p.m. Friday at Desert Falls Country Club in Palm Desert (1111 Desert Falls Parkway).
Oct 21
Benoit to Host Community Council Training Program
Supervisor John J. Benoit will host a Fourth District Community Council Training Seminar from 5:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26 at the Workforce Development Center (44-199 Monroe Street, Indio), Rm 402.
Oct 20
Supervisor Benoit to Speak at Thursday’s Groundbreaking of Coachella Valley I-10 Interchange Project
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join state legislators, representatives from the California Department of Transportation, Coachella Valley Association of Governments and other dignitaries at the groundbreaking ceremony for construction of the Indian Canyon Drive Interchange Improvement Project at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at 20th Avenue, just east of Indian Canyon Drive (north of I-10) in Desert Hot Springs.
Oct 19
Supervisor Benoit Offers Remarks at Thursday’s Indio Job Fair
Supervisor John J. Benoit will speak to employers at the 15th Valley-wide Employment Expo at 8:45 a.m. Thursday at the Fullenwider Building of the Riverside County Fairgrounds in Indio.
Oct 19
Supervisor Benoit, Planning Director to Address Builders
Supervisor John J. Benoit and Planning Director Carolyn Syms Luna will be the featured speakers in the first-ever “Public Officials Luncheon” by the Desert Valleys Builders Association (DVBA) to be held at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday at Desert Willow Golf Resort.
Oct 07
Salton Sea Restoration Focus of Tuesday Breakfast Program
Supervisor John J. Benoit will speak at the “Breakfast with the Supervisor” hosted by the Coachella Valley Mexican American Chamber of Commerce (CVMACC) at 7:30 a.m. Oct. 12 at Embassy Suites in Palm Desert (74-700 Highway 111).
Oct 06
Supervisor Benoit to Dedicate New Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join Sheriff Stan Sniff, Supervisor Marion Ashley, county officials and community leaders at the grand opening and open house of the new Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station at 10:30 a.m. Oct. 12.
Sep 28
Two Events Scheduled Saturday to Beautify East Valley
Coachella Valley residents will have multiple opportunities Saturday to clean up the region and dispose of hazardous waste.
Sep 28
Cathedral City’s sphere of influence (SOI) will be discussed at the regularly scheduled Thousand Palms Community Council meeting, at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Thousand Palms Community Center (31-497 Robert Road).
Sep 20
Benoit Invites Businesses, Residents to Air Quality Briefing Friday
Supervisor John J. Benoit invites the business community and Coachella Valley residents to attend an air quality briefing to be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the UCR Palm Desert Graduate Center (75-080 Frank Sinatra Drive), Room B200.
Aug 26
Supervisor Benoit to Dedicate Roy Wilson Community and Child Care Center
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join county officials and community leaders at the ribbon-cutting of the Roy Wilson Community and Child Care Center at 10 a.m. Wednesday.
Aug 19
Supervisor Benoit to Address AmeriCorps Graduates Friday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will speak to 25 AmeriCorps graduates at 11:30 a.m. Friday at the Indian Wells Country Club (46-000 Club Drive).
Aug 13
New County Loan Program to Attract Business Investment
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors has approved a program to provide up to $2 million in loans to businesses who develop or rehabilitate property or capital equipment used for commercial, industrial, or manufacturing purposes within a redevelopment project area.
Aug 12
Benoit to Speak at ‘Spirit Of '45’ Day Ceremony Saturday
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will speak at a ceremony commemorating “Spirit of ’45 Day” at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Mission Hills Senior Living in Rancho Mirage (34-560 Bob Hope Drive).
Aug 09
Supervisor Benoit to Hold Tri-Palms/Shenandoah Community Meeting Tuesday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will brief community residents about Riverside County Transportation Department road improvements to the Boca Chica Trail/Varner Road intersection at a special meeting to be held at 5 p.m. Aug. 10 at the Tri-Palms/Shenandoah Clubhouse (32-700 Desert Moon Drive).
Jul 29
Supervisor Benoit to Address Family Preservation Court Graduates Friday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will speak to 13 graduates of Riverside County’s Family Preservation Court at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the jury assembly room of the Larson Justice Center in Indio (46-200 Oasis Street, second floor).
Jul 27
Benoit Appoints Beverly Mays to Palo Verde Healthcare District Board
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors today appointed former Blythe City Councilwoman Beverly Mays to the Palo Verde Healthcare District Board.
Jul 27
Benoit Appointed to South Coast Air Quality Management District Governing Board
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors today appointed Supervisor John J. Benoit to the South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) Governing Board.
Jul 22
Benoit Resolution Commemorates ‘Spirit Of ‘45’ Day
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will present a measure at the Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday to commemorate “Spirit of ’45 Day,” recognizing the 65th anniversary of the end of World War II.
Jul 01
Supervisor Benoit Announces Michelle DeArmond As Chief of Staff
Supervisor John J. Benoit today announces that he has appointed Michelle DeArmond as his Chief of Staff.
Jun 28
Supervisor Benoit To Provide Testimony At Today’s Assembly Transportation Committee Hearing
At the request of the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC), Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit is in Sacramento today to offer testimony on Assembly Bill 2098 (Jeff Miller) at the Assembly Committee on Transportation hearing (State Capitol, Room 4202 at 1:30 P.M).
Jun 21
Benoit To Be Honored As Legislator of the Year Tuesday
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will be recognized as Legislator of the Year by the American Red Cross of Riverside County at their 93rd Annual Meeting and Recognition Event on Tuesday, June 22 from 5:00-7:00 PM at the Indian Wells Tennis Gardens (78-200 Miles Avenue).
Jun 14
Supervisor Benoit To Speak At Wednesday’s Palm Springs Rotary Luncheon
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will speak before the Palm Springs Rotary Club at their luncheon at 11:45 AM on Wednesday, June 16 at the Agua Bar and Grill at the Spa Resort Casino in Palm Springs (100 North Indian Canyon Drive).
Jun 03
Supervisor Benoit Urges: Beat the Heat in Cool Centers
Supervisor John J. Benoit today announced the availability of cool centers in Riverside County’s desert areas and encouraged residents to consider using them during peak afternoon hours starting June 15 to relax in a cool environment and decrease electrical use in their homes.
May 17
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join county officials and community leaders in a ceremony marking the completion of the first phase of the Mecca Downtown Street Revitalization Project to be held Wednesday, May 19 at 5:00 PM at 91-279 Second Street in Mecca.
May 14
Supervisor Benoit To Present Awards At Saturday’s 16th Annual Rotary Math Field Day
INDIO – Supervisor John J. Benoit will acknowledge the winners of the 16th Annual Rotary Math Field Day this Saturday, May 15 at John Glenn Middle School in Indio (79-655 Miles Avenue). The awards ceremony is scheduled to begin at 1:00 PM.
May 12
In recognition of National Nurses Week, Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit and Assemblyman Brian Nestande (R-Palm Desert) will honor 70 nurses with a breakfast and awards ceremony at the Annenberg Center Friday, May 14 at 7:30 AM
May 11
Supervisor Benoit To Dedicate Roy’s Desert Resource Center Thursday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join Fifth District Supervisor Marion Ashley, Palm Springs Mayor Steve Pougnet, county and Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) officials in a ceremony dedicating Roy’s Desert Resource Center Thursday, May 13 at 2:00 PM at 19-531 McLane Street in Palm Springs.
May 05
Supervisor Benoit To Host Next Scam Stopper Seminar Friday In Palm Springs
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will host his next Scam Stopper Seminar, with presentations from the Palm Springs Police Department, Riverside County Curtailing Abuse Related to the Elderly (C.A.R.E.) Program, and the Department of Consumer Affairs at the Mizell Senior Center (480 South Sunrise Way) on Friday, May 7 at 9:30 AM.
May 03
Benoit Resolution Commemorates May 11 As Travel Rally Day
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will present a measure at the Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, May 4 proclaiming May 11 as U.S. Travel Rally Day and the week of May 8-16, 2010 as Travel and Tourism Week.
Apr 28
Supervisor Benoit To Dedicate North Shore Beach Yacht & Club Community Center May 1
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join county officials and community leaders at the dedication and grand opening of the North Shore Beach & Yacht Club Community Center and Salton Sea History Museum to be held on Saturday, May 1 at 10:00 AM. The center is located by the Salton Sea on 99-155 Sea View Drive in North Shore.
Apr 27
Benoit Warns About Grant Deed Solicitation Letters
Supervisor John J. Benoit today is warning about a mailing received in the Coachella Valley this week from the “Title Compliance Office” informing residents that, per a recommendation of the U.S. Government Federal Citizen Information Center, they should obtain an official copy of their Grant Deed by a deadline of May 24, 2010.
Apr 27
Supervisor Benoit To Speak At Wednesday’s Solar Energy Class
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join students and representatives of College of the Desert (COD) and First Solar to celebrate the region’s first utility-scale solar training class held on Wednesday, April 28 from 3-4 PM at COD’s Desert Energy Enterprise Center in Palm Springs (3301 Micro Place, I-10 exit Gene Autry).
Apr 13
Supervisor Benoit To Host Home Preservation Summit
Supervisor John J. Benoit will host a home preservation summit on Saturday, April 24, from 9:00 AM-2:00 PM at the Fullenwider Building of the Riverside County Fairgrounds in Indio.
Apr 12
Supervisor Benoit To Speak At Groundbreaking Of New Thermal Fire Station
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join county officials and community leaders at the groundbreaking of Thermal Fire Station #39 in a ceremony to be held on Thursday, April 15 at 10:00 AM. The site is located in Thermal, just off of Polk Street where the proposed “58th Street” road will soon be built.
Apr 07
Supervisor Benoit Launches Redesigned County Website, www.RivCo4.org
PALM DESERT – Supervisor John J. Benoit today announces the launch of his redesigned and enhanced Riverside County web site, www.RivCo4.org. The site was significantly overhauled to offer members of the public helpful information on county projects, county services and important contacts, and events around the district. The comprehensive redesign includes better organization of information, updated graphics and layouts, a Spanish language translation feature, and drop-down menus to provide easier navigation.
Apr 06
Supervisor Benoit To Speak At Groundbreaking Of New Mecca Boys and Girls Clubhouse
MECCA – Supervisor John J. Benoit will join county officials, community leaders, and representatives of the Boys & Girls Club of Coachella Valley (BGCOFCV) at the groundbreaking of the Joel E. Smilow Clubhouse, in a ceremony to be held in Mecca on Monday, April 12 at 3:30 PM. The site is located at 91-391 Avenue 66, adjacent to the Mecca Family Service Center and Community Health Clinic and across the street from the Mecca Library and Sheriff Substation.
Apr 05
Benoit Resolution Proclaims April 2010 as DMV/Donate Life California Month
RIVERSIDE – Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will present a measure at tomorrow’s Board of Supervisors meeting proclaiming April 2010 as DMV/Donate Life California Month and encouraging residents to become organ and tissue donors. Debbie Morgan, Chairman/CEO of the United Organ Transplant Association, and Ana Lopez, manager of the Department of Motor Vehicle’s (DMV) Riverside-Brockton office will accept the resolution.
Apr 01
Supervisor Benoit Announces Internship Opportunities
PALM DESERT – Supervisor John J. Benoit is seeking full-time college students interested in pursuing challenging, real-life opportunities to serve the citizens of the Fourth Supervisorial District as volunteer interns in his Palm Desert Office.
Mar 22
Services Announced For Barry Nestande
Services for Barry Nestande are as follows: Friday, March 26 at 10:00 AM Memorial Service in the Main Worship Center at Southwest Community Church in Indian Wells. Reception immediately to follow.
Mar 20
Statement On The Passing Of Barry Nestande
On Friday afternoon, Barry Nestande, Chief of Staff to Supervisor John J. Benoit, passed away at the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center. Supervisor Benoit offers the following statement:
Mar 17
Benoit To Keynote Thursday’s Hospitality Association Luncheon
PALM SPRINGS –Supervisor John J. Benoit will be the keynote speaker at the Palm Springs Hospitality Association's luncheon, to be held tomorrow, March 18 at the Hilton Palm Springs (400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way) at 11:30 AM.
Mar 10
Benoit To Bring Representative Government To Westfield Shopping Mall Saturday
PALM SPRINGS –Supervisor John J. Benoit will be the keynote speaker at the Palm Springs Hospitality Association's luncheon, to be held tomorrow, March 18 at the Hilton Palm Springs (400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way) at 11:30 AM.
Mar 09
CATHEDRAL CITY – Supervisor John J. Benoit will present opening remarks at the Tenth Annual Youth Summit to be held Thursday, March 11 from 9:00 AM-3:30 PM at Cathedral City’s Doral Desert Princess Resort (67-967 Vista Chino). Four hundred students from across Riverside County will participate in activities encouraging participants to live healthy and happy lifestyles, make good life choices, and prepare for success. They will also learn about peer pressure, prescription drug abuse, internet safety, depression, and suicide.
Mar 08
Benoit To Speak At Community Events Tuesday
PALM DESERT – In the absence of a Tuesday meeting of the Riverside County Board of Supervisors, Supervisor John J. Benoit will be speaking at community events, starting with a breakfast at 7 AM at the Palm Springs SunUp Rotary Club at the Palm Springs Holiday Inn (1800 East Palm Canyon Drive). A longtime Rotarian and Past President of the Indio Rotary Club, Benoit will share an update about his new duties as County Supervisor.
Mar 03
Supervisor Benoit Announces Line-Up Of Scam Stopper Community Events
PALM DESERT – Building on the success of similar recent events in Thousand Palms and Palm Desert, Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will continue his series of Scam Stopper Seminars throughout the Fourth District. Each will feature presentations on identity theft prevention, senior scams, elder abuse, consumer fraud, and county services for victims of elder abuse from partnering agencies – such as the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, Riverside County Curtailing Abuse Related to the Elderly (C.A.R.E.) Program, and the California Department of Consumer Affairs.
Feb 25
Supervisor Benoit To Speak At Friday's Groundbreaking Of Coachella Valley I-10 Corridor Projects
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will join representatives from the California Department of Transportation, Coachella Valley Association of Governments, Riverside County Transportation Commission, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, and other dignitaries at the groundbreaking of significant I-10 improvements Friday, February 26 at 10:00 AM at the southwest corner of Bob Hope Drive and Ramon Road.
Feb 23
Supervisor Benoit To Speak At Community Gatherings This Week
PALM DESERT – Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will be speaking at the Thousand Palms Chamber of Commerce luncheon Wednesday, February 24 at 12:00 PM at Shenandoah Springs’ Tri Palms Clubhouse (32-610 Desert Moon Drive) and will be hosting a community coffee with the Coachella Chamber of Commerce at 8:00 AM Thursday, February 25 at the Starbucks at Jackson Square (83-073 Avenue 48 C-1).
Feb 22
Supervisor Benoit Invites Residents To Open House March 1st
PALM DESERT – Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit invites the community to join him for the open house of his Palm Desert Office, 73-710 Fred Waring Drive (Suite 222) on Monday, March 1 from 5:00-7:00 PM.
Feb 18
Supervisor Benoit Announces Vacancies
PALM DESERT – Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit is seeking residents interested in serving on county councils, boards, and commissions. There are currently vacancies on each of the following boards: Commission for Women, County/City Arroyo-Watershed Committee, Mecca Community Council, Mental Health Board, Riverside County Regional Park and Open Space District Advisory Commission, Veterans Advisory Board, Vista Santa Rosa Community Council, and two vacancies on the County Service Area 104 Advisory Council (Sky Valley CSA) and the IID Energy Consumers Advisory Committee.
Feb 16
Supervisor Benoit’s Youth Advisory Council To Present Another New County Fair Event Thursday
INDIO – Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit announced today that six high schools will be competing in an inaugural event, to be held Thursday, February 18, from 4-7 PM, at the Grandstand Arena at the Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival. The “Best Coachella Valley High School Competition” will feature six-member teams from River Springs Charter, Coachella Valley, Desert Hot Springs, La Quinta, Palm Springs, and Palm Desert High Schools who will compete for the Date Cup Trophy in a variety of athletic and academic contests.
Feb 04
Supervisor Benoit To Organize Fourth District Census Committee
THOUSAND PALMS – Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit is seeking volunteers in the Western Coachella Valley unincorporated communities to assist in U.S. Census outreach as part of Benoit’s new Complete Count Committee (CCC). The first meeting will be held Wednesday, February 10 at 4:00 PM at the Thousand Palms Community Center (31-189 Robert Road).
Feb 03
Supervisor Benoit, YMCA Launch February Drive To Collect Emergency Cell Phones For Seniors
PALM DESERT – Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit today launched a month-long drive to collect cell phones to benefit seniors in the Riverside County Office on Aging 911 Emergency Cell Phone Program. Through Supervisor Benoit’s partnership with the YMCA and Riverside County Office on Aging, donated cell phones will be collected and delivered to at-risk elders for emergency 911 use only. The program will reach seniors who are 60 years of age or older, who live alone or with caregivers, and are no longer able to drive and may have difficulty reaching a stationary phone.
Feb 02
Benoit Resolution Proclaims February 5 Riverside County “Go Red For Women” Day
RIVERSIDE – Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit today announced the introduction of a measure to recognize February 2010 as the American Heart Month and February 5, 2010 as Riverside County “Go Red For Women” Day.
Feb 01
Next Supervisor Benoit Scam Stopper Seminar Scheduled February 16 In Palm Desert
PALM DESERT – Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will host a Scam Stopper Seminar, with presentations from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, Riverside County Curtailing Abuse Related to the Elderly (C.A.R.E.) Program, and California Department of Consumer Affairs on Tuesday, February 16 at 10 AM, at the Joslyn Senior Center (73-750 Catalina Way). A complimentary lunch will be served following the presentation.
Jan 26
Supervisor Benoit Calls For Relief From AB 32’s Job-Killing Regulations
RIVERSIDE – At today’s Board of Supervisors meeting, Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit called upon his colleagues to review the impact of California’s global warming legislation (AB 32) on Riverside County’s economy and draft a letter to Governor Schwarzenegger requesting its repeal and/or suspension. The Board decided to assess the impacts on Riverside County’s economy and revisit the issue on February 9. Yesterday, the Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District, which Supervisor Benoit now serves on, agreed to send a letter to the same effect.
Jan 19
Supervisor Benoit To Dedicate COD’s Desert Energy Enterprise Center Wednesday
PALM SPRINGS – Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will speak at the grand opening of the College of the Desert’s Desert Energy Enterprise Center tomorrow, January 20, at 11 AM. The Desert Energy Enterprise Center is located in Palm Springs at 3301 Micro Place.
Jan 13
Supervisor Benoit To Address Identity Theft, Elder Abuse, Senior Scams In Thousand Palms Thursday
THOUSAND PALMS – Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will be addressing a community presentation on identity theft prevention, senior scams, and elder abuse at the Thousand Palms Library (31-497 Robert Road) Thursday, January 14 at 10:30 AM. The free seminar, hosted by the Riverside County Curtailing Abuse Related to the Elderly (C.A.R.E.) Program, will also cover consumer fraud and county services for victims of elder abuse.
Jan 13
Benoit Statement On Passing Of Rancho Mirage Leader Alan Seman
RANCHO MIRAGE – Fourth District Supervisor John J. Benoit today offered the following comments in regards to the untimely passing of Rancho Mirage City Councilman Alan Seman:
Jan 12
Supervisor Benoit Announces Battle of the Bands Finalists
PALM DESERT – Supervisor John J. Benoit today announced the five finalists for the Battle of the Bands contest, to be held on Friday, February 12 from 12-4 PM. The local bands, selected by the Fourth District Youth Advisory Council, will compete at the Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival for a $1,000 grand prize.
Jan 12
Supervisor Benoit To Dedicate New Bermuda Dunes Community Service Center Thursday
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will be officially dedicating the Bermuda Dunes Community Service Center (78-400 Avenue 42) at a ceremony to be held on Thursday, January 14 at 5 PM.
Jan 07
Supervisor Benoit To Participate In Vista Santa Rosa Community Clean-Up Saturday
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will be thanking volunteers and participating in a clean-up effort Saturday, January 9 at 10:30 AM in the Vista Santa Rosa community. The site is located on the corner of Avenue 62 and Van Buren (from the 86 Expressway, South, exit Avenue 62 to the right).
Jan 07
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit will be formally welcomed as he presents opening remarks before both the Thermal and Oasis Community Councils at a special joint meeting to be held Monday, January 11 at 6 PM in auditorium M-8 of Toro Canyon Middle School in Thermal (86-150 Avenue 66).
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Dec 21
Commission seeks countywide nominations for Women of the Year
Nominations are being accepted for the third annual Women of the Year Awards for each of the five county supervisorial districts.
Dec 16
All Riverside County Residents Can Now Get H1N1 Flu Vaccine
Starting Monday (Dec. 21), all Riverside County residents can walk into 10 county family care centers without an appointment and get the H1N1 flu vaccine.
Dec 15
Mecca Street Paving to Get Under Way Next Week
The County of Riverside, with its contractor Matich Corporation, will begin the highly anticipated Mecca street paving project on Monday, Dec. 21.
Dec 10
Department of Public Social Services Director Susan Lowe explains to newly-appointed Fourth District Supervisor John J. Benoit some of the county programs which are currently available to residents of Mecca. Supervisor Benoit was in the midst of a busy afternoon and evening touring for the first time in his new position the Mecca area. The former Indio CHP commander and state Legislator had ample opportunity to demonstrate his Spanish language skills during his multiple activities in the bustling Mecca community.
New 4th District Supervisor John J. Benoit Tours Mecca Area
Supervisor John J. Benoit toured the Mecca area Wednesday, experiencing first hand both the challenges and the available services in the bustling unincorporated community.
Dec 10
Household Hazardous Waste Event Dec. 12 at Fairgrounds in Indio
The County of Riverside, Waste Management Department is pleased to announce the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 12, which is open to all Riverside County residents. This event will be held at the Riverside County Fairgrounds 46-350 Arabia St., Gate 6, in Indio.
Dec 07
Coachella Valley Water District issues Stormwater Alert
With rain and thunderstorms pelting the valley today, the Coachella Valley Water District is reminding everyone of the potential danger when water flows down the Coachella Valley and Whitewater River stormwater channels.
Dec 02
John Benoit Sworn in as County’s Fourth District Supervisor
The County of Riverside has five Supervisors again.
Nov 04
Governor Appoints John Benoit to Riverside County Board
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointment of Senator John Benoit of Bermuda Dunes to the Riverside County Board of Supervisors, representing the Fourth District.