Supervisor Benoit Praises Settlement of Solar Industry Lawsuit
Riverside County Board Chairman John J. Benoit today praised a proposed agreement that would end the solar industry’s lawsuit against the county while making sure solar developers pay for using Riverside County’s property.
Residents have until August 1 to file for unclaimed property tax refunds
Chairman of the Board and Fourth District Supervisor, John J. Benoit, along with Treasurer-Tax Collector, Don Kent, would like to notify Riverside County property owners and businesses that they have until August 1, 2013 to file claims for unclaimed property tax refunds.
Benoit Celebrates Grand Opening of Desert Meadows Apartments
Supervisor John J. Benoit celebrated the grand opening of Desert Meadows, an 80-unit affordable apartment community developed by National Community Renaissance in partnership with the county that has revitalized the corner of Fred Waring Drive and Clinton Street in Indio.
Assistant Interior Secretary Anne Castle announced Friday that the federal government will take a more active role in helping stabilize the Salton Sea by signing a memorandum of agreement with the Salton Sea Authority.
Supervisors Approve 56-Day Solution to Odors Affecting La Quinta Trilogy Residents
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors today approved a plan brought forth by Board Chairman and Fourth District Supervisor John J. Benoit to start a two-month expedited operation to remove the foulest-smelling material at Cal Bio-Mass, a Thermal-based organic material recycling company.
11 Inspiring Seniors to be Honored Friday Before Sold-Out Crowd
Eleven extraordinary seniors will be honored Friday, April 12 before a sold-out crowd of more than 570 people at the 21st annual Senior Inspiration Awards lunch.
Expansion of SunLine Bus Service to North Shore Approved
The Riverside County Transportation Commission this morning unanimously approved the expansion of SunLine Transit Agency’s bus service to North Shore, providing a critical transportation link for residents of the Salton Sea community.
10th Annual Fourth District Youth in Government Day to Pair County Staff with Students
High school students from the Coachella Valley will shadow Superior Court Judges Victoria Cameron and James Hawkins and 43 other county employees that are based in the Coachella Valley during Wednesday’s 10th Annual Fourth District Youth in Government Day.
Improved Transportation Services for North Shore Residents Nears Final Approval
By September, residents of North Shore will likely have a new public transportation link to Mecca, Thermal, Coachella and Indio, and the ability to connect to other Coachella Valley locations by bus, as a result of a federal grant set for Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) approval April 10.
Riverside County Joins Forces with Burrtec and Community Volunteers to Lead Major Duroville Clean-Up
Riverside County is partnering with Burrtec Waste and Recycling Services, LLC and community volunteers to lead a significant community clean-up to remove trash and prevent illegal dumping at Desert Mobile Home Park, known as Duroville, on Saturday, March 30.
Riverside County Planning Commission to Meet in Coachella on County Housing Goals
The Riverside County Planning Commission is holding a meeting in a unique location, at the Coachella Valley Water District in Coachella, to encourage eastern Coachella Valley public participation in the development of the county’s housing goals.
Benoit Requests that Federal Representatives Protect Funds for Rural Communities
Rural Riverside County communities that have historically qualified for grants and loans to improve water quality and build affordable housing are set to lose their eligibility to apply for U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development funding.
Pegasus Riding Academy President Lori Sarner Honored as Woman of the Year
Lori Sarner, president of the Pegasus Riding Academy for the Handicapped, today was presented with special woman of the year honors by the Riverside County Commission for Women and the Board of Supervisors.
Riverside County, Burrtec Lead Duroville Trash Removal Effort
The Riverside County Waste Management Department and Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc. will lead a major effort tomorrow (Wednesday) at 9 a.m. to remove trash piles that have accumulated at Desert Mobile Home Park, known as Duroville.
Supervisors Urge Governor, State Officials to Support Enterprise Zone Program
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors today urged state officials to support California’s Enterprise Zone program and to not enact sweeping regulatory changes that would increase costs to businesses that hire workers in communities with high rates of poverty and unemployment.
Supervisors Ashley, Benoit Support Bipartisan Immigration Reform
Supervisors Marion Ashley and John J. Benoit today announced their support for comprehensive immigration reform and unveiled a resolution in support of a bipartisan plan put forward by a group of U.S. senators.
New Roundabout Improves Traffic Safety in Mecca
Riverside County’s newest roundabout is providing drivers a safer, more efficient and smoother flow through Mecca’s main intersection at Fourth Street and Hammond Road.
Benoit to Open the 67th Annual Date Festival Friday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will welcome fairgoers at Friday’s opening of the 67th Annual Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival.
Supervisors to Meet Wednesday to Propose Reward in Christopher Dorner Case
Chairman John J. Benoit is convening a special meeting of the Riverside County Board of Supervisors for 8:30 a.m. Wednesday to consider offering $100,000 for information leading to the apprehension and conviction of Christopher Dorner.
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.
Grants Available for Youth Organizations to Clean Up Coachella Valley
Youth can raise up to $1,500 for their local organization by participating in a community clean-up program sponsored by Supervisor John J. Benoit, Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc. and the Riverside County Economic Development Agency.
New Medical Volunteer Clinic Fills Gap in Region’s Health Care
The Coachella Valley Volunteers in Medicine now operates from a new clinic built by Riverside County to serve patients who cannot afford health insurance and do not receive medical care through government programs.
Public Welcomed to Tour, Celebrate Major Renovation of Palm Desert Library
The Palm Desert Library, the second busiest of 34 branches in the Riverside County Library System, will celebrate the completion of improvements, including computers and self-check out, that bring high-tech access for the more than 20,000 monthly visitors it serves.
Community Leader Rudy Gutierrez to Represent Coachella Valley Environmental Justice Areas
Eastern Coachella Valley community leader Rodolfo “Rudy” Cruz Gutierrez II began service today as the Coachella Valley’s first representative on the local air district’s Environmental Justice Advisory Group.
Benoit’s Goals for 2013 Focus of Tuesday’s Indio Rotary Lunch
New chairman of the Riverside County Board of Supervisors and longtime Rotarian Supervisor John J. Benoit will share his goals for 2013 with the Indio Rotary Club at their lunch 11:45 a.m. Tuesday at the Fantasy Springs Convention Center in Indio, 84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy.
More Than $50 Million Approved for Air Quality Improvement Projects in Coachella Valley
Supervisor John J. Benoit praised public engagement, outreach and the open process that resulted in more than $50 million in investment in the Coachella Valley unanimously approved today by the South Coast Air Quality Management District Governing Board.
Duroville Replacement Housing Project to be Celebrated Jan. 5
Riverside County officials invite the community to celebrate the grand opening of Mountain View Estates, an affordable housing community in the eastern Coachella Valley, at 10 a.m. Saturday at 68-990 Harrison St. in Oasis.
Less-Polluting School Buses, Salton Sea Odor Monitoring on Air Board’s Agenda Friday
The South Coast Air Quality Management District Governing Board will vote Friday on proposals to replace and upgrade school buses at the Coachella Valley and Desert Sands school districts and to install hydrogen sulfide monitoring stations at the Salton Sea.
Mecca Agricultural Firm Launches Advanced Solar Energy System
Richard Bagdasarian, Inc. today launched an advanced solar energy system that will efficiently generate sustainable energy for its agricultural operations in Mecca.
Benoit to Distribute Food to Eastern Coachella Valley Families
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join in the distribution of turkeys, chicken, canned goods and other foods to 600 needy eastern Coachella Valley families at 3 p.m. Thursday.
Benoit Invites Federal Government to Join Salton Sea Authority
Supervisor John J. Benoit today extended an invitation for U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar to join the Salton Sea Authority.
Benoit to Shop with Children in “Shop with a Firefighter” Sunday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will join the men and women of CAL FIRE to chaperone about 30 children in the “Shop with a Firefighter” program at Walmart in La Quinta, 79-295 Highway 111, at 8 a.m. Sunday.
Benoit’s District Tour Video Now Online at www.RivCo4.org
Supervisor John J. Benoit’s video tour of his district, taking viewers from the “Forever Marilyn” Monroe sculpture in Palm Springs to a water treatment plant on the far eastern end of Riverside County, can now be seen on his Web site, www.rivco4.org.
Classic Cars, RVs and Model Trains to Provide Fun-Filled Saturday at Fairgrounds in Indio
Many activities for a fun-filled Saturday, including a classic car show, can be found at the Riverside County Fairgrounds in Indio at 9 a.m. Dec. 8.
Martha’s Village to Receive $40,000 from County on Thanksgiving
On Thanksgiving, Martha’s Village & Kitchen, a full-service homeless shelter in Indio, will receive $40,000 from Riverside County to fund shelter, food and other basic needs.
First Residents of Mountain View Estates to Move in Friday
At 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 16, 32 families from Duroville will move into new modular homes at Mountain View Estates.
Benoit Responds to Announcement by Granite Construction Inc., Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians
Supervisor John J. Benoit offers the following statement on today’s news of an agreement between Granite Construction Inc. and the Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians.
Benoit to be Honored at Patton Museum’s Veterans Day Ceremony
Supervisor John J. Benoit will be presented with the Founder’s Award at the General Patton Memorial Museum’s 24th Veterans Day ceremony Sunday.
County to Seek Construction Bids for Eagle Canyon Dam Project
The Eagle Canyon Dam and Debris Basin, a flood control project to protect East Palm Canyon Drive in Cathedral City from heavy storm runoff, is on Tuesday’s Board of Supervisors agenda to start seeking bids for a construction contractor.
Benoit to Open Saturday’s Jacqueline Cochran Air Show
Supervisor John J. Benoit will provide welcoming remarks to open the 2012 Jacqueline Cochran Air Show at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport in Thermal (56-850 Higgins).
Mosaic Mural at Thousand Palms Library to be Unveiled Thursday
A mosaic mural made of recycled tile and inspired by the artwork of Thousand Palms children will brighten the entrance to the Art Samson Community Library in Thousand Palms, 31-189 Robert Rd.
Bill Sanchez Takes Office as Planning Commissioner
Guillermo “Bill” Sanchez Jr. was sworn into office Wednesday as Supervisor John J. Benoit’s appointee to the Riverside County Planning Commission.
New Affordable Apartment Homes to be Dedicated Wednesday
Legacy, an 81-unit affordable apartment community in Thousand Palms, will celebrate its official grand opening at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17 at 72-490 El Centro Way.
County Succeeds in Appeal for Millions to Complete Duroville Replacement Housing Project
State finance officials have approved Riverside County’s appeal to use $9.9 million in bond proceeds to complete Mountain View Estates, a replacement housing project for the dilapidated “Duroville” mobile home park in Mecca.
Benoit Praises AQMD’s Thorough Review of Air Quality Improvement Projects
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit on Friday thanked the South Coast Air Quality Management District for its thorough review of 75 applications for $53 million in air pollution reduction credits from the CPV Sentinel power plant mitigation fund.
Benoit Selects Guillermo “Bill” Sanchez Jr. for Planning Commission
Supervisor John J. Benoit announces the selection of Guillermo “Bill” Sanchez Jr., 38, a retail development manager and Coachella Planning Commissioner, as his appointee to the Riverside County Planning Commission.
Hot line established for Mecca flood-damage reports
Continuing the shift from emergency response to recovery, Riverside County broadened damage assessment efforts and set up a hotline that residents and businesses in and around Mecca can use to report damage caused by last week's floods.
Larger New Mecca Fire Station Enhances Service to Community
Members of the community are invited to join Supervisor John J. Benoit, Fire Chief John R. Hawkins and county and CAL FIRE officials at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 18 for the grand opening of Mecca Fire Station #40, located at 91-350 66th Avenue.
Supervisor John J. Benoit and county officials will share information about coordinated efforts and resources available to residents affected by the recent eastern Coachella Valley flooding at tonight’s Mecca Community Council meeting.
Shelter opens in Thermal for flood evacuees; community meeting planned Wednesday at 10 a.m.
An emergency shelter has been opened at Desert Mirage High School in Thermal to house residents from Duroville mobile home park and others who evacuate because of damage caused Tuesday by floodwaters.
County, City Officials Vow to Expedite Eagle Canyon Dam
Riverside County and Cathedral City officials pledged Tuesday to work together to begin building Eagle Canyon Dam within a year in an attempt to prevent the kind of flooding that closed East Palm Canyon Drive in Cathedral City last week.
Benoit to Share County Insights at Sun City Palm Desert Tuesday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will make a special “State of Riverside County” presentation and answer questions from Sun City Palm Desert residents at 4 p.m. Tuesday.
Supervisors Fast-Track Expansion of Health Clinic in Oasis
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors today granted fast-track status to expedite the expansion of a health clinic serving low-income, uninsured migrant workers and families in the agricultural communities of Oasis and Thermal.
Funeral Service for Jim Porras to be Held Saturday
The funeral for Jim Porras will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18 at Destiny Church in Indio, 82-625 Showcase Pkwy., Ste. 100.
Benoit to be Guest Speaker at Friday’s Veterans Breakfast
Supervisor John J. Benoit will present an update on county initiatives pertaining to veterans at the Riverside County Veterans’ Advisory Committee legislative breakfast at 9 a.m. Friday.
Long-time county Planning Commissioner Jim Porras dies suddenly
County Planning Commissioner Jim Porras, 59, died suddenly Friday morning after he awoke early complaining of chest pains.
Workshop to Discuss Allocation of $14 Million+ in New Clean Transportation Funding
A regional committee that funds air pollution control projects is gathering feedback and project ideas to grant approximately $14 million to clean transportation projects in Southern California.
Benoit to Address Young Aviators Saturday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will provide opening remarks Saturday at the Coachella Valley Youth Aviation Education Program, a three-week session that will put the high school students on a fast track to receiving a FAA private pilot’s certificate.
$300 Million Investment Coming to Downtown Indio to Develop Two County Projects
County officials will make a presentation to the Indio City Council tonight highlighting the $300 million investment coming in two county projects that will – barring any unforeseen circumstances – bring construction activity within six months, more than 350 permanent, professional jobs by 2017 and architecturally pleasing structures to downtown Indio.
State Denies Funds to Complete Duroville Relocation Project
The state Department of Finance has denied Riverside County’s appeal for redevelopment funds to complete Mountain View Estates, a housing project designed to relocate residents from the notorious, hazardous living conditions at the so-called Duroville mobile home park, Supervisor John J. Benoit said Friday.
California Bio-Mass Agrees to Changes to Minimize Odor Impacts from Liquid Waste
California Bio-Mass, Inc., a Thermal-based agricultural recycling and organics company, has agreed to reduce the amount of grease waste it accepts and to make other changes to its operation, as the Riverside County Department of Environmental Health continues to investigate odors affecting Trilogy residents in south La Quinta, Riverside County officials announced Tuesday.
Benoit Visits UAE to Open Door for Trade Opportunities
Supervisor John J. Benoit met Thursday with trade representatives at the U.S. Consulate in Dubai to explore potential importing and exporting opportunities between Riverside County and the United Arab Emirates.
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.
Benoit to Host Emergency Preparedness Seminar May 16
Supervisor John J. Benoit will present a disaster planning seminar for seniors, in conjunction with the Riverside County Office on Aging, at 8:30 a.m. May 16 at the Workforce Development Center in Indio, 44-199 Monroe St., Rm. 403B.
Future Alignment of Mecca’s Avenue 66 to be Discussed Wednesday
An informational meeting will be held at 5 p.m. Wednesday at Mecca Elementary School (65-250 Coahuilla St.) to discuss a grade separation project planned near Avenue 66 (State Route 195) and Grapefruit Boulevard (State Highway 111) in Mecca.
Registration Open for Electric Lawn Mower Exchange
Coachella Valley residents can reduce air pollution and save money by exchanging a working gasoline-powered lawn mower for a new battery-electric model.
Benoit Seeks Two Youth Advisory Council Coordinators
Supervisor John J. Benoit has two paid positions available for college students to coordinate and oversee the Blythe and Coachella Valley high school students on the Youth Advisory Council (YAC).
New Sheriff’s Station Serves Growing Eastern Coachella Valley
The new Thermal Sheriff’s Station will be open to the public for tours following the dedication ceremony 10 a.m. Thursday at 86-625 Airport Blvd., just west of Polk Street.
World-Class Motorsports Venue to Break Ground Thursday
A unique motorsports venue, made up of a couple hundred private garage lots built around a 4.5-mile racetrack, is set to break ground Thursday and become the latest world-class attraction in the Coachella Valley.
Chinese Officials Look to Riverside County for Trade, Investment
County officials met with 22 government and business leaders from Beijing recently to establish diplomatic relations and are scheduled for a second meeting with Chinese representatives later this month, paving the way for increased Riverside County exports to China.
Inspiring Seniors to be Honored Friday Before Sold-Out Crowd
Twelve extraordinary seniors will be honored Friday before a sold-out crowd of more than 550 people at the popular Senior Inspiration Awards lunch, marking the event’s 20th year.
Bea Main to be Honored as Woman of the Year Tuesday
The Riverside County Commission for Women will present five women with special women of the year honors at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday during the Board of Supervisors meeting in Riverside.
Benoit to Speak to Desert Hot Springs Rotary Club Thursday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will provide a county update before the Desert Hot Springs Rotary Club at their lunch at noon Thursday at Aqua Soleil Hotel and Spa in Desert Hot Springs, 14-500 Palm Dr.
San Jose Community and Bea Main Learning Center to be Dedicated Friday
A community center providing after-school programs to children and services to residents of three dozen mobile home parks will be dedicated at 4 p.m. Friday.
Office Hours, Bidders’ Workshop Available to Assist Air Quality Project Applicants
PALM DESERT – Supervisor John J. Benoit announced Thursday the availability of local office hours and a bidders’ workshop by South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) staff to answer questions about proposed air pollution reduction projects.
County Medical Center Mobile Clinic Visits 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 5 p.m. Thursday at San Felipe Community and Housing at 67-305 Harrison, Old Highway 86, in Oasis.
Palm Drive/Gene Autry Trail and Indian Canyon Drive Interchanges to be Dedicated March 9
Visitors and local motorists will soon see major traffic relief with the completion of two more interchanges along Interstate 10’s Coachella Valley corridor.
Benoit’s Fair Purchases Help Youth Agriculture Programs
Representing Riverside County, Supervisor John J. Benoit placed winning bids on two show animals at the junior livestock auction held Saturday at the 66th Annual Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival.
Public Invited to Tour New Mesa Verde Water Treatment Facility Wednesday
After spending $11.6 million to provide Mesa Verde residents with an adequate water supply, local officials will join community leaders and members of the public Wednesday afternoon to celebrate.
Thermal Fire Station #39 to Open Wednesday
Members of the community are invited to join Supervisor John J. Benoit and county and CAL FIRE officials in a ceremony at 11 a.m. Wednesday celebrating the grand opening of Riverside County’s newest fire station, Thermal Fire Station #39, located at 86-911 58th Avenue.
Benoit to Open the 66th Annual Date Festival Friday
Supervisor John J. Benoit will welcome fairgoers at Friday’s opening of the 66th Annual Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival.
Date Festival Adds Canada Day: February 23
The County of Riverside is honoring its friends from the north next week with the addition of Canada Day at the Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival.
AQMD Releases RFP for Coachella Valley Air Quality Projects
The South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) today issued a request for proposals for $53 million in air pollution reduction projects, to be funded by mitigation fees from the Sentinel Energy Project under construction near Desert Hot Springs.
County to Conduct Community Clean-Ups Saturday
Residents will have opportunities to dispose of bulky trash items and household hazardous waste at events in Bermuda Dunes and in the Blythe area Saturday.
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.
Celebrity Golf Tournament Will Showcase Special Canada-County Relationship
This weekend, Riverside County will welcome its top trading partner for the Canada California Business Council Celebrity Golf Classic, held for the first time at the Desert Dunes Golf Club near Desert Hot Springs, 19-300 Palm Dr.
Supervisor Benoit Announces Appointment Vacancies
Riverside County Supervisor John J. Benoit is seeking residents interested in serving on county councils, boards, and commissions.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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).
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.).
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.).
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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).
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).
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.”
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).
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.
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.
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.).
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.
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.
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.
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.).
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.
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.
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.
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).
December 15, 2010 - Notice from the Treasurer-Tax Collector
Unclaimed Property Tax Refund deadline extended until January 18, 2011.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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
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).
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).
Benoit Comments on Registrar of Voters
Supervisor John J. Benoit offers the following statement on the election:
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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).
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.
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).
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).
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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).
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).
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
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.
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).
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
John Benoit Sworn in as County’s Fourth District Supervisor
The County of Riverside has five Supervisors again.
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.
