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Community input is at the heart of the City of Rancho Cucamonga’s latest update to the plans for Central Park.
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Protect One of Rancho
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May is National
Mental Health
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Public Safety
Personnel Open
New Training Facility
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Volume 14, Issue 2 Summer 2018
July 2017 marked the beginning of a
community participation process designed to
facilitate updates to the Central Park Master
Plan. The vision for this important resource is
ever changing, and this latest update meets
the most current needs of the community by
creating a plan for buildable segments that can
be completed over time as funding is available.
Planning for Central Park began in 1987.
Though funds are currently not available to
expand Central Park, updating the Master Plan
with a vision for a fiscally and environmentally
responsible park space helps outline the
path for planning activities in the meantime.
Opportunities in our search for potential grants,
donations, and other funding sources are
greater using the newly developed plans for
buildable segments of space and amenities in
3-10 acre improvements.
The 2012 elimination of Redevelopment
Agencies cost Rancho Cucamonga over $100
million in cash that was saved over many years
and earmarked for projects like the construction
of Central Park. Since then, City efforts
refocused on balancing community input and
available financial resources to ensure Central
Park remained a priority.
Central Park Master Plan Update Process
City staff and RJM Design Group began
conducting community workshops and online
surveys in August 2017. Each successive
workshop built upon input from the previous to
prioritize park programs and facilities. The City
held a Report Back in February 2018 to present
its findings during a formal presentation of the
revised Master Plan and provide an opportunity
for community members to ask questions.
What’s Next for the Central Park
Master Plan?
An environmental impact report (EIR) will
examine the programs and uses described in
the updated plan. This report will inform the
public and public agency decision-makers of
significant environmental effects of proposed
projects, identify possible ways to minimize any
effects, and if necessary, describe reasonable
alternatives to those projects. This is the
first ever Central Park Master Plan update to
undergo an EIR. It is estimated that the report
will take 12-18 months and that the final Central
Park Master Plan and EIR will be adopted and
certified by the City Council by late 2019.
Staff will also begin looking for funding
partners and opportunities to apply for grants
for construction of each of the smaller segments
of the plan. One such opportunity could be a
grant from the State of California, if voters
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A common theme among some residents is
frustration over a lack of information. “I didn’t
know; you never told me” is sometimes shorthand
for that frustration. In these busy days, with more
channels of communication than ever before, and
information flowing 24/7, the communication
process is often more, not less, difficult.
Let’s review the key elements of communication.
The initial sender encodes or creates
the information and selects a channel of
communication by which to send the message.
The receiver receives, reads/listens, and decodes
the message. Finally, the receiver may provide
feedback to the sender on the information.
Community participation is a value prized by the
City Council, and a key goal for City staff, and the
recent Central Park Master Plan Update is a great
example. Community dialogue and engagement
was used to create a new vision for how and
when Central Park funding becomes available.
We utilized community workshops, newspaper
articles, surveys, questionnaires, social media
postings and more. Despite all of those channels
of information and more than six months of
work, the City still received feedback that people
were unaware of what was happening. Why?
Once the sender (City) selects a channel of
communication and sends the information, if the
receiver (resident) is not tuned into that channel
at that moment then the message may not be
received. With more channels than ever before,
the likelihood that any one individual is listening
at a given time is, in many ways, smaller than ever.
The City is now looking for similar participation
and engagement for the North Eastern Sphere
Annexation Proposal. Are you interested? Do
you want to be an informed participant in
helping to guide the future of your City? Help us
communicate with you by:
• Signing up for email newsletter subscriptions
at www.CityofRC.us
• Follow our social media accounts on
Facebook, Twitter, NextDoor, and Instagram
• Sign up for FlashVote to participate in surveys
at www.FlashVote.com/CityofRC
• Look for public hearing notices or other
mailings on community workshops
• Check the City website page often for featured
topics
Remember, we want to improve communication
but we need your assistance to find the best
channel(s) through which to communicate.
— John R. Gillison
City Manager
approve Proposition 68 on the June 2018 ballot. Proposition 68 authorizes $4 billion in
general obligation bonds for state and local parks, environmental protection and restoration
projects, water infrastructure projects, and flood protection projects. Some of this money
may go to each city based on population, and other funds could likely be available through
a competitive grant process, similar to the funding and process the City obtained for Los
Amigos Park.
As they say, “Rome was not built in a day,” and neither will Central Park. This community
driven Master Plan gives City leaders a roadmap for developing Central Park as funding
becomes available, with an anticipated buildout over the next 15-30 years.
For more information on the Central Park Master Plan visit www.CityofRC.us/reVISION.
City Manager’s Message
Open Budget Dashboard to Promote Local Government Transparency
A brand new tool brings City budget information directly to you.
In order to improve the transparency of the City’s budget and financial information, and
promote public trust, the Finance Department and Department of Innovation and Technology
(DoIT) recently implemented Socrata’s Open Budget Dashboard. This Dashboard creates
an interactive environment that allows visitors on the City website to easily explore the
operating budget – which is comprised of the City General Fund, Library Fund, and Fire
District Operational Funds. Rather than flipping through pages of reports, the dashboard
enables citizens to:
• View budgetary and actual data as charts and tables.
• Access detailed breakdowns of expenditure funding or revenue allocations.
• Generate comparisons of budgetary data with actuals.
The Dashboard includes data for the current year’s adopted budget, as well as the prior
two years’ adopted budgets, amended budgets, and actual revenues and expenditures.
The data hierarchy flows from the fund level down to the account level, with departmental
level summaries in between. The available data will be updated periodically after the annual
adoption of the City’s budget and at conclusion of the annual financial audit.
Data can be shared through social media, and it can be exported to spreadsheet software
for data analysis. Overall, the City hopes that the Dashboard will provide our citizens with
a user-friendly environment to review
the City’s budgetary and financial
information on a more detailed-level
than ever before. Depending on the
usage of the application, the non-
operating budget for the City, which
includes the Capital Improvement
Program budget, may be added at a
future date. Questions regarding the
Dashboard can be directed to the
City’s Finance Department at (909)
774-2430. View the dashboard at
http://budget.cityofrc.us.2
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Protect One of Rancho Cucamonga’s Natural Attractions
Summer is here and so is the busy season at the North Etiwanda Preserve.
The North Etiwanda Preserve has many visitors all year long, but the summer season is the busiest.
The Rancho Cucamonga Police Department wants to ensure everyone who visits the Preserve is
safe, which is why the rules and regulations set by the San Bernardino County Special Districts
Department are closely followed and enforced.
The North Etiwanda Preserve is managed by the San Bernardino County Special Districts
Department and our City staff and law enforcement are proud to contribute to its work ensuring
visitors have a safe, enjoyable experience. The Preserve has limited parking and amenities because
it is not a park. Parks provide a recreation space for people, parties, sports, and playgrounds while
preserves allow nature to thrive and protect it from destruction.
Do:
• Check the weather • Wear socks and sneakers
• Pack sunblock and bug spray • Pack plenty of snacks and water
• Pack a small First Aid Kit • Park your vehicle in the designated parking area
• Lock vehicles and do not leave any • Take plenty of pictures and have fun
valuables in plain sight
Don’t:
• Bring dogs or leave them in vehicles • Operate off-highway vehicles or motorcycles
• Ride horses • Trailblaze
• Ride mountain bikes • Park or camp overnight
• Light fires, open flames, or fireworks • Harvest or destroy plants
• Capture or harm the animals • Hunt or shoot
• Operate drones
We want to remind everyone that RCPD and the City of Rancho Cucamonga do not control
Preserve operations. Those found inside the Preserve during closed hours are subject to citation
and vehicle towing. Please make sure to park in a designated parking area and not in a “No
Stopping” zone. Any other locations are subject to vehicle code and municipal code enforcement.
Vehicles are not allowed to park south of the entrance parking gates, including the dirt area east of
Etiwanda Avenue, which is private property. Keep an eye out for the many visible “No Stopping”
and “Parking Violators” signs posted along Etiwanda Avenue. For hours of operation, please visit
the San Bernardino County Special Districts website at www.specialdistricts.org or check the hours
of operation posted at the Preserve.
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Choose Team RC for a Rewarding Career
We invite you to join us for a series
of workshops designed to help you in
your job search with the City of Rancho
Cucamonga or other local governments.
These employment workshops will provide
advice on how to improve your job search,
application, resume, and interviewing skills.
The workshop includes a series of 3 sessions:
Session #1: Skills for Your Job Search –
Learn how to improve your job search with
the City of Rancho Cucamonga by utilizing
networking skills, social media, personal
branding, and more.
Session #2: Owning an Interview – Learn
how to prepare for a structured, behavioral-
based interview – the format used by most
local governments including the City of
Rancho Cucamonga.
Session #3: Enhancing Your Application
& Resume – Learn how to complete and
enhance your City of Rancho Cucamonga
application by answering supplemental
questions and including your resume and
cover letter. Bring a copy of your resume for
hands-on guidance.
Join us on any of the following dates:
May 14, 2018, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Biane Library Art Studio
12505 Cultural Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
June 18, 2018, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Biane Library Art Studio
12505 Cultural Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
July 17, 2018, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Archibald Library Tech Center
7368 Archibald Avenue
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Visit the City of Rancho Cucamonga
Job Opportunities Facebook page for
more details about the sessions. You
can also RSVP for a session online at
www.facebook.com/teamrcjobs.
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month
The conversation about mental
health affects us all and Healthy RC
is committed to spreading the word.
Join Healthy RC and communities nationwide
to celebrate National Mental Health Awareness
Month in May. As many as one in five Americans
are affected by mental health conditions.
Unfortunately, the stigma associated with
mental illness keeps many people from seeking
treatment for themselves or their loved ones.
Nearly 60 percent of adults with a mental
illness didn’t receive mental health services in
the previous year. Healthy RC partners with
organizations and schools to help promote
awareness of mental health, reduce the stigma
associated with it, and promote overall health
and wellness for individuals and the community.
There are many ways you can get involved
with promoting mental health awareness. Over
the last several months, Healthy RC, the Healthy
RC Youth Leaders, Community Champions, and
our community partners collaborated to dispel
the stigma associated with mental health by
organizing various mental health symposiums
for the community. The next Mental Health
Symposium is planned for May 22, 2018 at
Central Park from 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Join us
in our initiative to destigmatize mental health
during May’s Mental Health Awareness Month!
Healthy RC Leads Efforts to Fight Cyberbullying
Recent studies show that at least 60 percent of high school students report
having been bullied electronically in the last 12 months.
In the age of the internet, cyberbullying is a real problem and many families are unsure of
how to address it with their children and support them with resources. In order to make it easy
for families to ask for help approaching the topic of mental health, Healthy RC and the City of
Rancho Cucamonga hosted a free mental health symposium on cyberbullying in January at the
Victoria Gardens Cultural Center.
The symposium is part of the larger #YourMindMatters Healthy RC strategy and mental health
campaign that aims to increase awareness and build a community-wide culture of support
around mental health. The event featured a teen panel on the culture of cyberbullying with
Healthy RC Youth Leaders, Sarah Delaney Degner, 9th grader at Alta Loma High School,
Catherine Domond, 12th grader at Rancho Cucamonga High School, and Love Bradley
7th grader at Summit Intermediate School. These students set the stage for a meaningful
discussion with community members about how cyberbullying influences teen mental health
issues such as anxiety, depression, and suicide. Catherine Domond offered compassionate
advice for community members and said, “I would tell the kids to respect everyone online and
avoid comments where it might hurt other people.” This event is an important step forward in
breaking down the stigma associated with mental health.
Guest speaker Clark Morrow, Crime Prevention Program Coordinator for the San Bernardino
County Sheriff’s Department, informed parents and teens about preventive measures to
protect victims from Internet predators and cyberbullies. He shared that “Regardless of the
school, regardless of the age of the individuals involved, we see it everywhere. It’s becoming
a huge issue because it’s affecting so many young people emotionally, and psychologically.
It’s resulting in teenage suicide. We need to do something about it.” Morrow encourages
parents to visit www.safesmartsocial.com to monitor your child’s use of social media. Morrow
also reminds parents to look for signs that their child is being cyberbullied. He or she could
act nervous or show anxiety when receiving a text, email, or instant message. The child may
withdraw or lash out in anger toward family and others. If the student shows signs of depression,
tries to find excuses to avoid school, or spends less time online or on electronic devices, he or
she could be trying to avoid the confrontations altogether.
A mental health services and resource fair gave participants an opportunity to learn more
about local support services and available programs, including the RC Family Resource Center,
San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health, the Anti-bullying Institute, and San
Bernardino County 211. Healthy RC encourages all families to take the first step to start a
conversation about mental health and reach out for support. You are not alone and Healthy
RC is committed to improving the quality of life for its residents. The next Mental Health
Symposium event is scheduled for May 22, 2018. For a complete list of mental health resources
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Healthy RC Recycle Tuesday
Turn your recycling into a family fun
homerun.
The Rancho Cucamonga Quakes and Healthy
RC are partnering to increase beverage container
recycling with a special ticket promotion on
Recycle Tuesdays. Baseball fans are invited to
bring 10 beverage containers with a California
Redemption Value (CRV) to any Tuesday evening
home game during the Quakes regular 2018
season (except July 3rd) and receive one club
level ticket. Fans can sign up to participate in the
Healthy RC Recycle Tricycle race or just kick back
and enjoy the game. Start saving your bottles and
cans so you don’t miss a Recycle Tuesday! For
additional information about Quakes tickets call
(909) 481-5000 or visit www.rcquakes.com.
Recycle Tuesday Schedule:
April 24
May 1, 22, 29
July 10, 31
August 14, 21
Get Connected with Healthy RC
Volunteer with Healthy RC and make an impact in your community.
The Healthy RC initiative is a community program designed to improve lives across Rancho
Cucamonga. You can be part of the team working hard to make our community healthy and
vibrant. Check out the list below for some of the Healthy RC volunteer opportunities. For
more information on upcoming events and available resources, please call (909) 774-2043
or visit www.HealthyRC.com.
• Healthy RC Steering Committee: Dedicated residents, local businesses, non-profit
agencies, City and County staff, hospitals, and community groups working together
to develop action plans, events, programs, policies, and teams that focus on the eight
community health priorities identified by our residents. Meetings are held on the 4th
Tuesday of the month from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Central Park, Creative Corner
Room.
• Mental Health Subcommittee: Develops strategies and initiatives
to destigmatize mental health and direct resources available
through mental health campaigns and symposiums. Meetings are
held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at City Hall, Chaffey Room.
• Compassionate Community Subcommittee: Develops strategies
to create a culture of compassion by collaborating to share ideas,
suggestions, and plan community events, programs, and fun
challenges for the city. Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the
month from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. at City Hall, Tri Communities
Room.
• Community Schools Model Subcommittee: Develops strategies
to make stronger families and healthier communities by
supporting students and families with non-academic barriers like
violence, hunger, and homelessness. Meetings are held on the 4th
Tuesday of the month from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Central Park,
Creative Corner Room.
• Evaluation Subcommittee: Coordinates and integrates evaluation
activities to track Healthy RC’s progress over time by identifying,
prioritizing, and monitoring health outcomes. Meetings are held
on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. at
City Hall.
• Community Champions: Provides leadership training and
fosters civic engagement among Latino residents to develop and
implement policies and programs to address health priorities.
Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the RC Family Resource Center.
• Youth Leaders Empowers middle and high school students
to represent their peers to take action to promote a healthier
community. Applications for Youth Leaders will be available
beginning summer 2018.
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Senate Bill 1 Makes it Easier to Get Around Rancho Cucamonga
Local roads set to benefit
from new state funding for
road repair.
The City of Rancho Cucamonga
will re-pave a number of streets
throughout the City this summer.
The improvements to two streets
in particular are possible thanks to
the Road Repair and Accountability
Act of 2017 (SB1). SB1 provides
new funding for the repair of roads,
freeways, and bridges throughout the
state. The City of Rancho Cucamonga
expects to receive approximately $1.3
million from SB1 in 2018 and will use
it to repave 6th Street (from Milliken
Avenue to Charles Smith Avenue)
and Jersey Boulevard (from Haven
Avenue to Rochester Avenue). These
new funds will also allow the City to
expand the Local Streets Program
by freeing up existing funding and
helping to improve not only our major
streets but those closest to our homes
as well.
For more information on these and
other Capital Improvement projects
throughout the City, please visit the
Engineering Services page on the City
website at www.CityofRC.us.
Public Safety Personnel Open New Training Facility
Rancho Cucamonga firefighters and law enforcement can now hone their skills at
the All-Risk Training Center.
The innovative facility known as the regional All-Risk Training Center (Center) located at the Jersey
Fire Station is finally open after nearly three decades of planning. The collaboration between Rancho
Cucamonga Fire and Police Departments helps our first responders adapt to the needs of our changing
community while maximizing their skills and capabilities through joint training.
The Center was part of the original Jersey Fire Station Master Plan developed in 1989, and includes
practical, adaptable, and reusable amenities for training public safety personnel. A collection of buildings
and props housed there can be reconfigured to replicate hotels, residences, apartments, senior living,
warehouses, strip mall centers, towers, and more. This versatility allows for frequent, realistic training
with high-level intensity that is centrally located in the City so that first responders are still available
for emergencies. This facility also brings new opportunities to train with our regional partners in law
enforcement, fire service, community colleges, and more.
The design and construction costs were set aside incrementally throughout decades of careful planning
and budgeting, and are fully funded by Fire District Capital Reserves. The Center’s design focuses on
durability and sustainability – including innovative and environmentally conscious features that can
withstand the intensity of continuous training and exercises.
Local police also gain a location in which they can use simulated ammunition to hone their skills in a
realistic environment without causing damage to the facility. The Fire District is also exploring private
partnerships with movie studios that could capitalize on the versatility of the props and environmentally
friendly facility that features on-site water reclamation and an innovative smoke filtration system. The Fire
District is also teaming up with Chaffey College to offer an innovative academy-style fire inspection and
prevention program that is not offered anywhere else.
“We are excited to collaborate with the Fire District on this Prevention Academy concept,” said James
Sloan, director of Chaffey College’s Fire Technology program. “The idea of a career in fire prevention
is growing amongst students. Local fire departments have also shared that candidates for entry level
positions don’t have the necessary technical knowledge to begin a career in prevention.”
The community can join training classes at this facility to learn about fire prevention as well as emergency
preparedness. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training courses, offered twice a year,
teach a variety of skills necessary for personal preparedness in a disaster. Similarly, Business Emergency
Resiliency Training (BERT) courses will host members of the business community to share emergency
planning efforts and ensure their disaster resiliency. The Fire District’s annual Open House in October also
provides an opportunity for families to learn fire prevention and other risk reduction advice.
For more information, please visit the Rancho Cucamonga Fire District or Rancho Cucamonga Police
Department web pages at www.CityofRC.us.
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You Can Help Make a More Sustainable RC
Participate in a sustainability survey and
help us measure our carbon footprint.
The Sustainable Community Action Plan (Plan)
approved in April 2017 provides the direction and
future goals for environmental sustainability in Rancho
Cucamonga. The Plan was truly community-based and
rooted in input received from residents, local businesses,
community organizations, elected officials, and regional
agencies. City staff engaged each of these stakeholders
using a community survey and forum, public meetings,
and community Task Force and interdepartmental
meetings.
We have already made a significant amount of progress toward accomplishing the goals
identified in the Plan. Below are a few statistics that showcase some positive environmental
efforts that improve the quality of life in our community:
• 30 Parks and 303 acres of park space
• 51,895 Passenger tires recycled for rubberized asphalt paving
• 955 Electric vehicle charging sessions at City facilities
• 15,000 Streetlights retrofitted to LED resulting in $1.3 million saved in energy costs
• 5 families received no-cost solar through Grid Alternatives partnership
Moving forward, our efforts will focus on measuring our environmental footprint. You can help
by participating in a survey. Please visit www.bit.ly/greenrc to take part.
For more information, please contact Deborah Allen at Deborah.Allen@CityofRC.us or
(909) 774-2047 or visit www.CityofRC.us/SustainableRC.
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XT Green
The City of Rancho Cucamonga is proud to make
concerted efforts to become a more sustainable
community, and is committed to attracting new and
innovative green technology companies and careers to
the city. This is why we are so excited for XT Green to join
our thriving manufacturing community.
XT Green uses a patented technology to recycle carpets
that would otherwise end up in landfills. The company
then turns the recycled carpet into other materials like
“nylon and polypropylene pellets that will save 13.2
million gallons of oil annually and provide a greenhouse
gas emissions reduction benefit equivalent to planting 2.5
million trees.”
As a recipient of the CARE/California Carpet Stewardship
Infrastructure Grant, this advanced manufacturer
has already made a name for itself in the world of
environmentally responsible manufacturing. XT Green
is a prime example of the revolutionary manufacturing
processes happening right here in Rancho Cucamonga.
Collection Service Makes Homes Healthy and Safe
Protect your home by properly disposing of unused household
hazardous waste.
Keep your home healthy and safe by properly disposing of unused household
cleaners, paint, used motor oil, and electronics at the City’s Household Hazardous
Waste Collection Facility.
The facility only accepts waste from residents of Rancho Cucamonga or San
Bernardino County. There is a limit of 15 gallons or 125 pounds of waste per trip.
Waste must be in containers no larger than 5 gallons. Business waste is not accepted.
It is illegal to abandon hazardous substances outside the facility when it is closed.
Residents can use any of the other participating collection facilities in the county and
days and hours of operations may vary. Call 1-800-OILYCAT (1-800-645-9228) or visit
www.TooToxicToTrash.com for more information.
The Rancho Cucamonga collection facility
– located at 8794 Lion Street, off 9th Street
between Vineyard and Hellman – is open
on Saturdays only, from 8:00 a.m. to noon.*
Call the Environmental Programs info line at
(909) 919-2635 for a complete list of
acceptable items, transportation guidelines,
and holiday closure information.
*Please Note: The HHW collection facility
will be closed on May 26, 2018.
Summer Reading
Program 2018: Reading
Takes You Everywhere!
Are you ready for summertime fun at the library?
This year’s Summer Reading Program theme is
“Reading Takes You Everywhere.” Library staff
invite readers of all ages – from infants to teens to
adults – to travel to other countries, planets, and
deep into their own imaginations by reading at
the library from June 4th to July 22nd. Children’s
weekly performances promote reading, literacy,
and exploration through library books. Sign up at
one of our library locations to track your family’s
reading and win awesome prizes! For more
information visit www.CityofRC.us/library or call
(909) 477-2720.
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Star Wars Reads Day
On May 26th the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library will once again
team up with Victoria Gardens to present the 11th annual Star Wars Reads
event. This large-scale Star Wars themed event inspires readers of all ages
to join the Force and become lifelong readers. Activities will take place
from noon to 5:00 p.m. at the Paul A. Biane Library, Victoria Gardens
Cultural Center, and Victoria Gardens. Thousands of people enjoy this
signature library and community celebration that promotes literacy for all
ages. Highlights of the event include a character procession, Darth Vader
storytime, live music, Star Wars crafts, photo opportunities, games, and
special guests. Star Wars Reads is an amazing event for the entire family.
For more information visit www.CityofRC.us/library or call (909) 477-2720.
www.CityofRC.us
10500 Civic Center Dr., P.O. Box 807, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 · (909) 477-2700 • Fax (909) 477-2846
An Inside Look at Summer Events
Rancho Cucamonga strives to provide families with fun-filled summer nights, and this
summer will not disappoint! The community favorite, 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, kicks
off the fun, and is a family tradition for many. The Summer Concerts and Movies series packs
several weeks of free family-friendly entertainment featuring a popular entertainment lineup.
We are excited to share some of the details that go in to bringing this summer fun to our
community.
Concerts and Movies in the Park
Concerts and Movies in the Park is produced annually in July and early August. Every year,
the Special Events Staff do their best to plan a series that the community will enjoy.
Beginning in early winter, staff review attendee surveys from the previous summer to make
sure movie and band selections meet community interests. Staff also attend an annual band
expo to meet potential entertainers for the series. Many hours go in to listening to music
samples and sorting through well over 100 bands before selecting the lineup. Popular movies
are strongly considered for Movies in the Park, but there are sometimes distributor restrictions
on availability and when certain movies can be shown. Careful planning is critical to obtaining
the required permissions to publicly show each movie. Even with these challenges, staff
remain committed to making the best possible selections. Pre-show activities and
raffle opportunities are also crowd favorites, and staff work hard to plan themes
that correlate with each movie. We extend a special thanks to our event sponsors
for their support. Their commitment helps the City provide quality entertainment
at no or low cost.
4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
The 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular is a highly anticipated event and planning
begins in late winter each year. Planning efforts include contracting with a
pyrotechnics company, pre-event meetings
with the fire and police departments, securing
performers, and organizing the on-field games.
Last year, attendees experienced parking
challenges due to construction of the Goals
Soccer Center and the new RC Sports Center at
the Epicenter Sports Complex. We want to once
again thank those who were inconvenienced and
shuttled to the event for their patience. This year
we are excited to provide options for additional
on-site parking in an effort to improve on last year’s
experience. As July 4th draws closer, be on the
lookout for event details. Tickets go on sale May
29th, and will be available for purchase online at
www.RCpark.com, in person at the Lewis
Family Playhouse Box Office, or over the
phone at (909) 477-2752. For information on
these and other City events be sure to visit
www.RCpark.com.
Summer 2018 Movies Series Lineup:
July 9 - August 3
Mondays: Los Amigos Park, 8625 Madrone Avenue
Tuesdays: Victoria Gardens, Chaffey Town Square
Fridays: Red Hill Community Park Amphitheater
Lego Batman (PG), Week of July 9th
Despicable Me 3 (PG), Week of July 16th
Coco (PG), Week of July 23rd
Sherlock Gnomes (PG), Week of July 30th
Summer 2018 Concert Series Lineup:
Red Hill Park
Pop Gun Rerun (80s Tribute) July 12th
Cold Duck (Dance Band) July 19th
The Answer (Classic Rock) July 26th
Rockstars of Tomorrow (Variety) August 2nd
Mark Easterday Band (Country) August 9th