Jul 31
Three Appointed to Represent Valley at IID Board
Three well-known Coachella Valley residents have been appointed by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors to serve on the IID Energy Consumers Advisory Committee.
News Archive July 2008
2008
Jul 31
It didn’t last long, but it caused a significant amount of debris to be dumped on Highway 111. The powerful summer thunderstorm prompted an emergency call to the Riverside County Transportation Department for help, and ended with a letter of gratitude from Cathedral City Mayor Kathleen DeRosa.
Rivco Trans Department Gets Attaboy From Mayor
Quick response by the Riverside Country Transportation Department during the recent flooding along Highway 111 in Cathedral City has elicited a letter of gratitude from that city’s mayor.
Jul 30
These photos show the inside of the high tech graffiti van which is now on the job helping to wipe out this visual blight in the Coachella Valley. In the upper photo, “graffiti painter” Jimi Cardinal has a look at the computer to show him the locations of the reported problems. In the lower photo, he’s beginning the process of mixing the precise hue of paint to match the color of an existing block wall. This state-of-the-art eradication tool enables the technicians to quickly, accurately and efficiently blast off the existing graffiti without painting an entire block wall or side of building. The results are expected to yield an almost undetectable repaint—unlike some of those unsightly paint-over jobs we’ve seen in the past. The public’s help is requested: If you spot graffiti anywhere, call the toll-free graffiti hotline at 866 732-1444. Keep that number handy in the car and at home. Refrigerator magnets are available free at Supervisor Roy Wilson’s 4th District office in Palm Desert, 73-710 Fred Waring Drive.
High Tech Van to Help in Fight Against Taggers
The County of Riverside’s Economic Development Agency has a brand new tool to help combat graffiti in the Fourth District.
Jul 28
Assessor Says Property Declines Not as Great as Some Think
There may be some misinformation being disseminated about the decline in property values and the resultant potential tax savings to real property owners, according to Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder Larry Ward.
Jul 23
Desert Palms Community Council Set for Initial Meeting
The arduous process of selecting five finalists for seats on the Desert Palms Community Council is complete, and now the group is looking forward to its first meeting, date yet to be announced.
Jul 22
'Rock The Wells Ball' to Benefit Angel View
A local band showcase benefiting Angel View Crippled Children’s Foundation is set for Saturday, August 2 at the Indian Wells Country Club.
Jul 21
Three Judges Appointed; Two Replace Indio Judges
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointment of John G. Evans, Jorge C. Hernandez and L. Jackson Lucky IV to judgeships in the Riverside County Superior Court. Two of the three replace longstanding judges at the Larson Justice Center.
Jul 21
CVEP Luncheon Explores Valley's Future Economy
The Coachella Valley Economic Partnership (CVEP), in partnership with the University of California Riverside Palm Desert Campus and the Building Industry Association, is presenting an Investor Luncheon next Monday, July 28 at the Desert Willow Golf Resort in Palm Desert.
Jul 18
Applicants sought for Palm Springs Board and Commissions
Palm Springs residents have an opportunity to help lead their community by becoming a member of one of the City Council’s boards and commissions. Residents are needed to fill openings on the Airport Commission, Personnel Board, Rent Review Commission, and Resource Conservation Commission.
Jul 17
Second Annual 'Celebrate Healthy Families' Event Planned
The Second Annual “Celebrate Healthy Families” to prevent child abuse and to celebrate recovery from addiction will be held Saturday, Sept. 20 at the Palm Desert Community Park.
Jul 14
Max Schoenrock, left, President of the Board of the Desert Alliance for Community Empowerment receives Economic Development Administration award from 45th District U.S. Representative Mary Bono Mack and Assistant Secretary Sandy Baruah of the Economic Development Administration. The prestigious award was presented to the DACE organization during a ceremony in Coachella on Saturday.
'DACE' Recognized for Excellence by Federal EDA
The Desert Alliance for Community Empowerment (DACE), headquartered in Coachella, was presented an award by the U.S. Economic Development Administration and Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack.
Jul 10
Supervisor Wilson Works to Save Indio Mental Health Center
Fourth District Supervisor Roy Wilson is fighting to fend off potential closure of the Indio Mental Health Rehabilitation Center, which is facing the budget axe.
Jul 10
Board of Supervisors Pick Replacement for Parrish
The Board of Supervisors has tapped a 26-year Riverside County employee to succeed Larry Parrish as county executive officer, county officials announced today. William G. Luna has served as assistant county executive officer since 2007 and will assume his new duties when Parrish retires on July 30.
Jul 10
Summer School Students to Learn About Mosquito Control
The Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District is reaching out to students and their teachers this summer with field trips to Skeeter H.Q. in Indio, to learn about mosquitoes and other vectors.
Jul 10
County Teen Leaders to Gather in Desert Hot Springs
Teen leaders from all over Riverside County will be meeting in Desert Hot Springs on July 24 for the eleventh annual Youth Commission Retreat.
Jul 10
Rivco’s EDA Chief Elected to Statewide Panel
Robin Zimpfer, Riverside County’s Assistant Executive Officer for Economic Development, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the California Association for Local Economic Development (CALED). The election is for a 3-year term.
Jul 09
Ben Laflin, center, receives an award for his decades of service to the Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District, as a member of the Board of Trustees. Presenting the award to Laflin, accompanied by his wife Patricia, is CVMVCD President Dr. Bruce Underwood. Laflin, an internationally recognized expert in plant pathology and date cultivation, was first appoint to the Board in 1951.
Mosquito District Pays Tribute to Ben Laflin
It may seem hard to believe, but recently retired Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District Board member Ben Laflin was originally appointed to his post on that panel back in 1951.
Jul 08
Green Building 101 Courses Offered at COD
Two introductory courses on sustainability, green building design and the LEED rating systems are scheduled for July 17 or 24.
Jul 08
Desert and Riverside Animal Shelters New Hours Announced
Starting Monday, July 7, the Riverside and Thousand Palms animal shelters are closed on Mondays.
Jul 03
County Animal Services Offers Fourth-of-July Pet Tips
Fireworks freak out our four-legged friends. Animal Services' senior behaviorist has a few tips.
Jul 03
Rivco Set to Crack Down on Illegal Fireworks
With sizzling temperatures increasing the chance of wildfires, county officials are reminding residents that all fireworks are illegal in Riverside County, even on the Fourth of July.
Jul 02
Supervisors Grapple with Titanic Agenda; 4th District Items Historic
Approval of a nearly $5 million land acquisition in Palm Springs for a future home for the homeless and purchase of the historic North Shore Yacht Club property were only two items on the extremely weighty Riverside County Board of Supervisors Agenda on Tuesday.
Jul 01
Business Disaster Preparedness Class Set For July 11
Are you prepared to stay "open for business" in the event of a disaster
Jul 01
Supervisors Name July 'Recreation and Parks Month'
In a move which corresponds with the leisure time of summer, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors gave a nod to the importance of recreation in the lives of residents.